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2026 Annual Meeting & Exposition

SFB 2026 Annual Meeting & Exposition

Biomaterials at the Crossroads: Connecting Science, Industry, and Innovation

March 25-28, 2026
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Welcome!

The Society For Biomaterials is excited to host its 51st anniversary at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta from March 25-28, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia. The theme for the SFB 2026 Annual Meeting is Biomaterials at the Crossroads: Connecting Science, Industry, and Innovation. We look forward to welcoming you to Atlanta very soon!

Sincerely,

Angela Throm, PhD                                    
2026 Program Committee Co-Chair 
Medtronic 

Susan Thomas, PhD 
2026 Program Committee Co-Chair 
Georgia Institute of Technology 

Save the Date

Save the Date

Thank You for Joining Us at the Society For Biomaterials 50th Anniversary Celebration! 🎉

That's a Wrap on the 2025 SFB Annual Meeting & Exposition!

Thank you to those who attended the SFB 2025 Annual Meeting & Exposition in Chicago, Illinois! It was wonderful celebrating our 50th Anniversary with you. Please mark your calendars and save the date for the 2026 Annual Meeting & Exposition in Atlanta, Georgia, March 25th - 28th, 2026.

To request a Certificate of Participation, please email info@biomaterials.org. 

SFB By The Numbers

1,200+

Attendees

30+

Countries
Represented

200+

Oral
Presentations

400+

Poster
Sessions

30+

Exhibitors

Exhibitors & Sponsors

Join us as a sponsor or exhibitor at SFB 2026 —your chance to connect with global leaders in biomaterials, showcase your innovations, and position your brand at the forefront of the field. Secure your spot today and be part of the future of biomaterials!

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Testimonials

SFB is a well-run, well attended, and diverse conference. The forum for discussion SFB provides not only includes education for students and those interested in biomaterials, but also incorporates the relevance, importance, and challenges of applying biomaterials sciences in industrial applications.
G. Lawrence Thatcher (he/him/his)
President and CEO
TESco Associates, Inc
The SFB Annual Meeting is the place to be for biomaterials scientists from all over the world, a perfect combination of leading edge science and networking with friends and colleagues.
Milica Radisic, PhD (she/her/hers)
Professor and Canada Research Chair
University of Toronto
TESco has been a strong supporter of SFB for decades because we believe they play an important and relevant role in the education and sharing of biomaterials science and business experience for those interested in the biomaterials field. TESco’s team looks forward to this conference every year as an opportunity to network with experts in the field, meet clients and to reach students just entering.
Chris Thatcher (he/him/his)
Vice President
TESco Associates, Inc
SFB is truly at the intersection of career development and scientific innovation! The meetings cultivate an environment of belonging that's present from the pre-meeting workshops to each of the scientific sessions.
Erika Moore, PhD (she/her/hers)
Assistant Professor
University of Florida, Department of Materials Science & Engineering
I applaud the conference’s commitment to diversity as a driver for innovation in the session topics, presenters, and attendees. I felt inspired, heard, and hopeful for the future of biomaterial innovation.
Isaac Rodriguez, PhD (he/him/his)
Co-Founder & Chief Science Officer
SweetBio
The Biomaterials BASH was a phenomenal event! The Maryland Science Center was wonderful, the food was delicious, and the addition of the water taxi transportation was fun and exciting! What a great way to end an already dynamic meeting.
Guillermo A. Ameer, ScD ( he/him/his)
Professor
Northwestern University
It was heartening to see the Society for Biomaterials give the important subjects of innovation and DEI collective airtime in the plenary opening session. These topics are foundational and will continue to be transformational for all of us. It was a robust and open discussion which sets the stage for continued attention in future meetings.
Amar Sawhney, PhD (he/him/his)
Co-Founder and Managing Partner Incept LLC
Being able to connect and collaborate with other industry professionals and academics in the biomaterials space provided me the opportunity to participate in stimulating scientific conversations and network with my peers. This is truly the place to further your knowledge and understanding of biomaterials science.
Allen Y. Wang, PhD (he/him/his)
Principal Scientist/Global Technical Lead
Johnson & Johnson MedTech
SFB meetings rock! I always learn about new ideas and techniques in research and professional development, and am able to network with colleagues and make new acquaintances.
Dr. Joel Bumgardner (he/him/his)
Chair of the Biomedical Engineering Department
University of Memphis
Attending SFB meetings has been crucial to my research career. I have made powerful networks through SFB and gained leadership skills through my involvement with the organization!
Marian Ackun-Farmmer, PhD (she/her)
Postdoctoral Researcher
University of Maryland

Discover Atlanta

Experience the best of Atlanta during your stay at the SFB 2026 Annual Meeting & Exposition. From vibrant neighborhoods and world-class dining to historic sites and cultural attractions, there’s something for everyone to explore and enjoy.

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