Dear colleagues,
We are pleased to invite you to organize a medical symposium as part of the 17th Days of BHAAAS, which will be held June 4–7, 2026, in Sarajevo.
The BHAAAS medical program has always been one of the largest and most dynamic components of our annual meeting, bringing together experts from Bosnia and Herzegovina and the global diaspora to share knowledge, discuss current topics, and promote collaboration across medical disciplines.
As part of the 16th BHAAAS Days, held in June 2025 in Sarajevo, a workshop titled “Interdisciplinary Approaches to Flood Risk Management” was organized and led by BHAAAS member Assoc. Prof. Dr. Venera Simonović.
We are delighted to announce Call for Papers for Technical and Natural Sciences Symposia at the 17th Days of BHAAAS, scheduled to take place from June 4th to 7th, 2026, in Sarajevo. Days of BHAAAS will again include the International Symposium on Innovative and Interdisciplinary Applications of Advanced Technologies (IAT 2026).
As part of the lead-up to the 16th Days of the BHAAAS, a special Biology Student Conference will be held on June 11–12 at the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, University of Tuzla. This event aims to empower young biologists through presentations, workshops, and expert lectures, highlighting the value of interdisciplinary research and student engagement in science.
An exciting roundtable on ethical standards in the construction industry hosted by BHAAAS
On June 19, 2024, the Bosnian-Herzegovinian-American Academy of Sciences and Arts (BHAAAS) held a dynamic round table on the topic "Code of Ethics in Construction". It was moderated by dr. Venera Simonović, the event brought together experts from government, academia and non-governmental organizations to address important issues such as integrity, transparency and accountability in the construction sector.
Participants explored real-world challenges, including lack of oversight, corruption, and unqualified professionals risking public safety. Key recommendations included establishing a national engineering chamber to enforce ethical standards and promote sustainable, responsible construction practices.
The discussion also highlighted the need for a more environmentally conscious approach, emphasizing sustainable materials and reducing construction waste in order to protect Bosnia's natural and cultural heritage.
Stay tuned for more updates as BHAAAS continues to foster dialogue on the critical issues shaping our future.
Eldina Nizamić, MD president of BHAAAS, was a guest on the FACE TV program and announced the upcoming 15th Days of BHAAAS.
During the conversation, Eldina Nizamić pointed out, among other things, that the Bosnian-Herzegovinian-American Academy of Arts and Sciences was created as an initiative of a group of enthusiasts to connect experts from the BiH diaspora with colleagues in BiH and the region with the mission of exchanging knowledge and experiences.
For years, the Medicine and Health Division of the Bosnian Herzegovinian American Academy of Arts and Sciences has been a strong network of medical professionals engaged in an exciting exchange of knowledge and experiences.