Conference History
A look back at the previous editions of the IEEE Biomedical Circuits and Systems Conference, which brought together researchers working at the crossroads of medicine, biology, and engineering.
| Year | Location | Country |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Cleveland, Ohio | USA |
| 2017 | Torino | Italy |
| 2016 | Shanghai | China |
| 2015 | Atlanta, Georgia | USA |
| 2014 | Lausanne | Switzerland |
| 2013 | Rotterdam | the Netherlands |
BioCAS has long served as a meeting point for researchers exploring the intersection of medicine, biology, and engineering. The conference brings together academic scientists, practicing clinicians, and industry partners who share an interest in biomedical circuits and systems. Over successive editions it has built a reputation for encouraging dialogue across disciplines, with technical sessions designed to bridge laboratory discovery and clinical application. Attendees often find that the cross-pollination of ideas is as valuable as the formal program itself, fostering collaborations that extend well beyond the event itself and into ongoing research projects.
Across previous editions, BioCAS has traveled to a diverse range of host cities, reflecting the international character of the biomedical circuits community. Each location has offered its own scientific and cultural context, enriching the experience for participants who travel from across the globe. The conference has been hosted in venues across multiple continents, demonstrating the broad geographic reach of the field. This variety has helped cultivate a global network of scholars and engineers united by shared technical challenges and a common interest in advancing healthcare through innovative electronic systems and device-level engineering.
The technical program typically emphasizes circuits, systems, and signal processing techniques tailored to biomedical applications. Sessions explore topics such as implantable devices, wearable sensors, neural interfaces, and low-power analog and digital design for life sciences. Tutorial offerings and special sessions provide deeper engagement with emerging themes, while live demonstrations allow researchers to showcase working prototypes. This combination of theoretical discussion and hands-on presentation supports a well-rounded view of the field, helping newcomers and established investigators alike stay informed about recent developments shaping biomedical electronics research.
A consistent thread through the conference series is the focus on intelligent symbiosis between human physiology and engineered systems. Presentations often examine how devices can interface safely with the body, how signals can be processed reliably in noisy biological environments, and how miniaturization can support new clinical capabilities. Symposia, workshops, and keynote addresses invite reflection on the broader implications of these technologies for healthcare delivery, patient monitoring, and the evolving relationship between technology and the living systems it seeks to support.
Continuity across editions is maintained through a dedicated organizing committee and the support of sponsoring societies and patrons. Each year, contributions from volunteers, reviewers, and program chairs help shape a coherent scientific agenda that builds on prior work while welcoming fresh perspectives. The event history reflects not only a sequence of locations and dates but also a sustained effort by the community to advance the field. Looking back over the years offers perspective on how biomedical circuits and systems research has matured and where the community may head next.
A Continuing Series
Each year, BioCAS has convened an international community of researchers, clinicians, and industry partners. The 2019 edition was held in Nara, Japan, under the theme “Intelligent symbiosis of man and machine to improve health.”