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Lima was recognized for seminal contributions in biological and agricultural engineering education by integrating community work into the curriculum through service-learning. She was among 82 new members of the AIMBE College of Fellows recognized recently at a formal ceremony in Washington, D.C., for their outstanding achievements in medical and biological engineering. Lima and her students work with East Baton Rouge Parish public school students, teachers, parents and administrators to design, implement and raise funds for “dream playgrounds,” created by the elementary school students. Her service-learning project goal is to design and build a safe playground for every parish public school, all of which will be accessible to children with disabilities and will incorporate the children’s own creativity. To date, Lima and her students have designed and/or constructed 13 playgrounds with the assistance of numerous community groups and funding agencies. “We are delighted to welcome the 82 newly elected fellows of AIMBE,” said College of Fellows Chair Nicholas Peppas. “They represent some of the most imaginative and distinguished bioengineers in the field. Their contributions have had a major impact in biomedical devices and processes, treatment of diseases and public policy related to all aspects of bioengineering.” The College of Fellows leads the way in technological advancement, advocating for public policies in medical and biological research and development to benefit the public. Since 1991, AIMBE Fellows have helped to revolutionize medicine, engineering and related fields that enhance and extend lives worldwide. The college includes leaders in industry as entrepreneurs, directors of research and development and members of the corporate boardroom. Within academia, AIMBE Fellows are regularly recognized for their contributions in teaching, research and innovation. Also, Fellows are members of the National Academy of Engineering, the Institute of Medicine and the National Academy of Sciences. AIMBE was founded in 1991 to establish a clear and comprehensive identity for the field of medical and biological engineering, which is the bridge between the principles of engineering science and practice, and the problems and issues of biological and medical science and practice. For more information, contact Jan Shoemaker, LSU Center for Community Engagement, Learning, and Leadership director, at 225-578-4245 or jshoema@lsu.edu. -30- |
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