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Marquette Engineering Professor Elected to AIMBE College of Fellows
Dr. Hu Yang recognized for innovations in biomedical engineering and education
Apr. 14, 2026 at 3:22pm
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A visually striking abstract representation of the innovative biomedical engineering research and education that earned Dr. Hu Yang a prestigious fellowship.Arlington TodayDr. Hu Yang, chair of the Marquette University and Medical College of Wisconsin Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering, has been inducted into the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE)'s prestigious College of Fellows. Election to the AIMBE College of Fellows is considered one of the highest professional distinctions in the field, honoring those who have made outstanding contributions to engineering and medicine research, practice, or education.
Why it matters
AIMBE is a leading voice advocating for the value of medical and biological engineering, and membership in its College of Fellows is a significant recognition of Dr. Yang's pioneering work in areas like nanomedicine, gene and drug delivery, and pharmaceutical engineering. His election further elevates Marquette University's reputation as a hub for innovative biomedical research and education.
The details
Dr. Yang was nominated, reviewed, and elected by his peers in the AIMBE College of Fellows for his 'innovative contributions to pharmaceutical formulation and engineering, and to advancing biomedical engineering education and training.' Over the past 21 years, he has conducted groundbreaking research, holds 5 U.S. patents, and has published over 120 refereed journal articles with over 6,900 citations.
- Dr. Yang was inducted into the AIMBE College of Fellows on April 13, 2026.
- The formal induction ceremony took place during the AIMBE Annual Event at the Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel in Arlington, Virginia.
The players
Dr. Hu Yang
Chair of the Marquette University and Medical College of Wisconsin Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering, and the Dr. Robert D. and Dr. Patricia E. Kern Professor in Biotechnology and Bioengineering.
Dr. Kristina Ropella
Opus Dean of the Opus College of Engineering at Marquette University.
American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE)
The authoritative voice and advocate for the value of medical and biological engineering to society, with a mission to recognize excellence, advance public understanding, and accelerate medical and biological innovation.
What they’re saying
“This is a tremendous honor for Dr. Yang and well-deserved for his contributions to the fields of biomedical engineering and pharmaceuticals as a researcher and educator.”
— Dr. Kristina Ropella, Opus Dean of the Opus College of Engineering at Marquette University
What’s next
Dr. Yang will be formally inducted into the AIMBE College of Fellows at the organization's Annual Event in Arlington, Virginia on April 13, 2026.
The takeaway
Dr. Yang's election to the prestigious AIMBE College of Fellows is a testament to his groundbreaking research and innovative contributions to the fields of biomedical engineering and pharmaceutical formulation. This honor further solidifies Marquette University's reputation as a leader in biomedical education and research.
