The 2026 IEEE International Conference on Biomedical Engineering, Computer and Information Technology for Health (BECITHCON 2026) concluded on Wednesday at the International University of Business Agriculture and Technology (IUBAT).
The IEEE Bangladesh Section and the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (EMBS) Bangladesh Chapter jointly organized the conference, with IUBAT serving as the host institution. The event brought together researchers, academics, physicians, engineers, industry professionals, and students from both Bangladesh and abroad.
Professor Dr Abdur Rab, vice chancellor of IUBAT, served as chief adviser. Professor Dr Shaikh Anowarul Fattah, professor of EEE at BUET and chair of the IEEE EMBS Bangladesh Chapter, served as TPC chair, while Dr Celia Shahnaz, professor of EEE at BUET and vice chair of the IEEE EMBS Bangladesh Chapter, served as general chair.
Professor Dr Mohammed Imamul Hassan Bhuiyan, professor of EEE at BUET and chair of the IEEE Bangladesh Section, and Professor Dr Md Monirul Islam, professor and head of the Department of Civil Engineering at IUBAT, served as organizing chairs.
Dr Khadiza Akter, associate professor and coordinator of the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) at IUBAT and TPC secretary of BECITHCON 2026, delivered the welcome address.
The conference featured international researchers and speakers, including several IEEE Fellows. Its program comprised eight invited lectures, 31 technical sessions, and a Technical Expert Forum focusing on advancements in biomedical engineering, artificial intelligence, healthcare technology, medical imaging, biomedical devices, and health informatics.
An IEEE Humanitarian Technology Program was also held as part of the conference, highlighting technology-based solutions for community development and improved quality of life.
Professor Selina Nargis, chief patron, treasurer, and director of administration of IUBAT, chaired the closing session and delivered the vote of thanks to the organizers, authors, session chairs, participants, and contributors.
The organizers presented Best Paper Awards for outstanding research contributions during the closing ceremony.
The organizers expressed hope that BECITHCON 2026 will foster international research collaboration and inspire young researchers to contribute to technology-driven healthcare innovation in Bangladesh and beyond.
Why it matters
The conference strengthens Bangladesh's engagement in global biomedical engineering research and promotes technology-driven healthcare innovation.