The Scholarship applications for the African Biomedical Engineering Mobility are now open! A total...
Our Achievements
The 2021 ABEC Design School was digitally held in the second week of November on Zoom. During the...
A total of 72 projects, from 22 institutions distributed over 13 countries of Africa, Europe and...
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the results of the second stage of ABEC Design competition 2019 are online! For...
The Consortium: The Story So Far
2012 - Launch of the African Biomedical Engineering Consortium (ABEC)
Since its inception, ABEC has played a significant role in advancing biomedical engineering in Africa, fostering collaboration, research, and innovation in healthcare technology across the continent.
Development of Low-Cost Medical Devices
Over the years, there have been several initiatives and projects focused on developing low-cost medical devices tailored to the needs of African communities. These include innovations such as portable ultrasound machines, solar-powered medical equipment, and mobile health technologies aimed at improving healthcare accessibility and affordability.
Expansion of Telemedicine Services
Telemedicine has gained traction in Africa as a means to address healthcare access challenges, particularly in remote and underserved areas. Various initiatives have been launched to expand telemedicine services, enabling patients to access medical consultations, diagnosis, and treatment remotely using digital technologies.
Emergence of Health Tech Startups
The past decade has seen a rise in health tech startups across Africa, focusing on innovative solutions to healthcare challenges. These startups leverage technologies such as mobile apps, artificial intelligence, and wearable devices to improve healthcare delivery, patient engagement, and health outcomes.
2024 - Investment in Biomedical Research and Education
There has been increased investment in biomedical research and education in Africa, aimed at building research capacity, training skilled professionals, and fostering innovation in healthcare. Universities, research institutions, and government agencies have launched programs and initiatives to support biomedical research and education across the continent.