2nd European Conference on Biomedical and Veterinary Engineering
"Engineering for all of us - how engineering may enhance the well-being of both humans and animals!"
WELCOME SPEECH
Dear Colleagues and Friends,
It is our great pleasure to welcome you to the 3rd European Congress on Biomedical and Veterinary Engineering (BioMedVetMech), to be held on October 24–25, 2026, in Zagreb, Croatia, under the auspices of the Croatian Society for Orthopedic Engineering (ORTHOING).
This year’s congress theme, “Engineering for All: How Engineering Enhances the Well-Being of Humans and Animals,” reflects our shared commitment to advancing technologies that improve health, quality of life, and clinical outcomes across species. BioMedVetMech 2026 will bring together experts from a wide range of disciplines to explore the latest developments in biomedical and veterinary engineering, including innovative medical and veterinary technologies, advanced treatment techniques, targeted healthcare solutions, translational research, product development, entrepreneurship, and emerging opportunities for funding and collaboration.
A defining feature of this congress is its interactive and forward‑thinking program. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in group work with leading specialists, attend workshops and hands‑on training sessions, and explore exhibitions featuring cutting‑edge products from suppliers and manufacturers. Our Industrial Corner will further strengthen the connection between academia and industry, fostering partnerships that support the development and commercialization of new technologies for the benefit of both humans and animals.
As in previous years, the congress will take place in Zagreb, the dynamic capital of Croatia. Positioned at the crossroads of Eastern and Western Europe, Zagreb offers a unique blend of cultural heritage, Mediterranean charm, and contemporary urban energy. Visitors can look forward to a vibrant gastronomic scene, rich artistic and cultural offerings, and a welcoming, safe environment.
We are proud to build on the success of BioMedVetMech 2022, which brought together professionals from diverse fields and resulted in the publication of the Springer proceedings “Advances in Biomedical and Veterinary Engineering.” This volume remains a valuable contribution to the scientific community and a testament to the impact of our shared work.
On behalf of the entire Organizing Committee, we warmly invite you to join us at BioMedVetMech 2026. We are confident that this congress will serve as an inspiring platform for knowledge exchange, skill development, international collaboration, and the creation of lasting professional relationships and friendships.
We look forward to welcoming you to Zagreb in October 2026.
Sincerely yours,
Petra Bonačić Bartolin, PhD
Chief Executive Officer, BIOMEDVETMECH
University of Zagreb
Prof. Michael Sutcliffe, PhD
Scientific Program Chair
University of Cambridge
Prof. Matthew J. Allen, PhD
Veterinary Medicine Program Chair
University of Cambridge
Prof. Andrew Amis, PhD
Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Engineering Program Chair
Imperial College London
Prof. Jonathan Jeffers, PhD
Orthopedic Engineering Program Chair
Imperial College London
Prof. Ratko Magajrević, PhD
Biomedical Instruments Program Chair
University of Zagreb, FER
Prof. Vida Demarin, PhD
Neuroplasticity Program Chair
HAZU – HASA
Dr. Kirsten Häusler, PhD
Veterinary Medicine Program Chair
University of Tennessee
Prof. Željka Lučev Vasić, PhD
Health Informatics Program Chair
University of Zagreb, FER
Meet the Organizing/Scientific Committee
Petra Bonacic Bartolin, PhD
Chief Executive Officer of BIOMEDVETMECHResearcher at the Imperial College London
Prof Matthew J Allen, PhD, MD
Veterinary Program ChairScientist and Professor at the University of Cambridge
Prof Michael Sutcliffe, PhD
Scientific program ChairScientist and Professor at the University of Cambridge
Prof Andrew A Amis, PhD
Biomechanics Program ChairScientist and Professor at the Imperial College London
Prof Ratko Magjarevic, PhD
Health Informatics Program ChairScientist and Professor at the University of Zagreb
Prof Vida Demarin, PhD, MD
Neurology Program ChairCroatian Academician, Scientist, Professor of Neuropsychiatry
Dr. Kirsten Häusler, PhD, CCRP
Veterinaryu Engineering Program ChairUniversity of Tennessee
Prof Jonathan Jeffers, PhD
Orthopedics Engineering Program ChairScientist and Professor at Imperial College London
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Multidisciplinary field
Biomedical and veterinary engineering is an area that forms a bridge between engineering, veterinary and human medicine.
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Science and industry collaborations
Congress offers an opportunity for synergies between scientists and Industry representatives.
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Knowledge transfer
The transfer and expansion of knowledge is one of the main goals of the BIOMEDVETMECH Congress.
The Congress is supported by
