UCLA Faculty Nasim Annabi and Jun Chen Honored as AIMBE Fellows
Nasim Annabi, Jun Chen Named AIMBE Fellows for Medical and Biological Engineering Advances
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Nasim Annabi and Jun Chen, faculty members at UCLA Samueli School of Engineering, have been elected as fellows of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE). This recognition honors their significant contributions to medical and biological engineering, placing them among the top 2% in their field.
- 01Nasim Annabi and Jun Chen are elected as AIMBE fellows for 2026.
- 02Annabi is recognized for her work on biomaterials in surgical repair and drug delivery.
- 03Chen is honored for his research on magnetoelasticity in soft materials.
- 04AIMBE recognizes only the top 2% of medical and biological engineers.
- 05Song Li is appointed as chair-elect for the AIMBE College of Fellows.
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Nasim Annabi and Jun Chen, both associate professors at the UCLA Samueli School of Engineering, have been elected to the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) College of Fellows for 2026. This prestigious honor recognizes their exceptional contributions to the fields of medical and biological engineering, which represent the top 2% of professionals in this area. Annabi was acknowledged for her significant advancements in the development and clinical application of biomaterials aimed at surgical repair, regenerative medicine, and targeted drug delivery. Her innovative research has led to the creation of multifunctional biomaterials with adjustable properties, enhancing tissue engineering and drug delivery systems. On the other hand, Chen has been recognized for his pioneering work in giant magnetoelasticity within soft materials, which has potential applications in flexible, self-powered bioelectronics that can transform personalized healthcare and sustainable energy solutions. Additionally, AIMBE announced the new board of directors, including Song Li, who will serve as chair-elect for the College of Fellows.
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The recognition of Annabi and Chen enhances UCLA's reputation in medical and biological engineering, potentially attracting more research funding and collaboration opportunities.
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