Steven Abramowitch and Aaron Batista inducted into AIMBE College of Fellows Pittsburgh, 20 April 2026 18:50 PM Europe/Amsterdam Steven Abramowitch and Aaron Batista inducted into AIMBE College of Fellows Two Swanson School of Engineering professors were inducted into a prestigious class of fellows this week. Steven Abramowitch, John A. Swanson professor of bioengineering and associate chair for undergraduate education, and Aaron Batista, George M. and Eva M. Bevier professor of bioengineering, were both selected as members of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) 2026 College of Fellows. Steve Abramowich Steven Abramowich Abramowitch was elected for pioneering research integrating biomechanics and clinical translation to transform women's pelvic health, and for advancing diversity in bioengineering. Abramowitch studies pelvic floor biomechanics, focusing on how events like pregnancy, aging, and menopause affect soft tissue structure and function. His lab examines how these changes contribute to pelvic floor disorders and whether current treatments effectively address the underlying issues. “I don’t think I ever set out to become an AIMBE fellow, but when your peers begin to recognize your work in this way, it’s incredibly validating.” Abramowitch said. “It’s a reminder that you’re part of a much larger community that values and supports this work.” Aaron Batista Aaron Batista Batista was elected for his contributions to uncovering neural population principles that govern motor learning. His research focuses on brain-computer interfaces that restore autonomy and control for individuals with motor and speech impairments, while also advancing fundamental understanding to inform next-generation improvements. He’s also involved in the Simian Collective, a new group that promotes and advocates for nonhuman primate research in neuroscience. “I’m tremendously proud of this honor.” Batista said.”I understand that AIMBE members are particularly involved in political advocacy on behalf of bioengineering and medical research, so it will be an honor for me to leverage my AIMBE membership to advocate for the importance of neuroscience and neural engineering research to improve brain health.” Abramowitch, Batista, and 166 other colleagues, including Julie Phillippi , a ssociate professor of cardiothoracic surgery with a secondary appointment in bioengineering, were elected to AIMBE fellows in a formal induction during the AIMBE Annual Event at the Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel in Arlington, Virginia on April 13, 2026. About AIMBE Election to the College of Fellows is among the highest professional distinctions accorded to medical and biological engineers, comprised of the top two percent of engineers in these fields. College membership honors those who have made outstanding contributions to engineering and medicine research, practice, or education and to the pioneering of new and developing fields of technology, making major advancements in traditional fields of medical and biological engineering or developing/implementing innovative approaches to bioengineering education. AIMBE is the authoritative voice and advocate for the value of medical and biological engineering to society. AIMBE’s mission is to recognize excellence, advance public understanding, and accelerate medical and biological innovation. No other organization brings together academic, industry, government, and scientific societies to form a highly influential community advancing medical and biological engineering. AIMBE’s mission drives advocacy initiatives into action on Capitol Hill and beyond. Contact Anna Ligorio External Relations Manager University of Pittsburgh, Swanson School of Engineering Department of Bioengineering acl73@pitt.edu Newsroom Share this page Steven Abramowitch and Aaron Batista inducted into AIMBE College of Fellows Share on: X Share on: Facebook Share on: LinkedIn Latest news 23 Apr 2026 Four Swanson School Students Named NSF Graduate Research Fellows 21 Apr 2026 Kurt Beschorner Named American Society of Biomechanics (ASB) Fellow 16 Apr 2026 Connecting Sectors for More Intelligent Sensing 15 Apr 2026 Bioengineering Faculty earn SSOE named professorships, fellowships 13 Apr 2026 Two Pitt Materials Science Students Receive Ellwood Scholarships 09 Apr 2026 New Shoots for an Old Building Material Some modules are disabled because cookies are declined. Accept cookies to experience the full functionality of this page. ACCEPT COOKIES We use cookies to optimize the website, no personal information is stored. DECLINE COOKIES ACCEPT COOKIES