AIMBE
November 24, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact: Sarah Mandell (program@aimbe.org)
WASHINGTON, DC — The American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) announced today the selection of 9 Emerging Leaders in recognition of their distinguished achievements in medical and biological engineering. They will be formally honored during AIMBE’s Annual Event on April 11-13, 2026.
The goal of AIMBE’s Emerging Leaders Program is to increase AIMBE’s engagement with exceptional professionals that are underrepresented in medical and biological engineering (MBE), recognize outstanding rising leaders in MBE, and serve as a pathway for leaders to AIMBE’s College of Fellows. Emerging leaders will have a unique opportunity to network and engage with AIMBE Fellows at the Annual Event and receive direct mentoring from current AIMBE Fellows.
AIMBE is committed to fostering an inclusive pipeline of leaders in medical and biological engineering. This program not only recognizes outstanding talent but also ensures that diverse perspectives are represented within our field. We look forward to the impact they will make in advancing biomedical innovation and equity.
2026 AIMBE Emerging Leaders:
- Margaret Bennewitz, Ph.D., West Virginia University
- Pilar de la Puente, Ph.D., Sanford Research
- Valeriya Gritsenko, Ph.D., West Virginia University
- Abigail N. Koppes, Ph.D., Northeastern University
- Jessica Oakes, Ph.D., Northeastern University
- Ana Porras, Ph.D., University of Florida
- Tyler Ray, Ph.D., University of Hawaii at Manoa
- Danling Wang, Ph.D., North Dakota State University
- Catherine F. Whittington, Ph.D., Worcester Polytechnic Institute
ABOUT AIMBE
Established in 1991, the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) is a non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C., representing the most accomplished individuals in the fields of medical and biological engineering. No other organization can bring together academia, industry, government, and scientific societies to form a highly influential community advancing medical and biological engineering. AIMBE’s mission is to provide leadership and advocacy in medical and biological engineering for the benefit of society.
