executive-board – Belgian Biomechanics

Governance & Faculty

Executive Board

The committee leading our specialized operations and teams.

Bernardo Innocenti (ULB)

Conference Team

Emmanuel Audenaert (UGent)

Research Award Team

Erik Cattrysse (VUB)

PhD Event Team

Kevin Deschamps (KUL)

Spokesperson BAB Communication Team

Véronique Feipel (ULB)

Liaison & Corporate Team

Sophie De Mits (UZGent)

Treasurer

Strong Leadership

The Belgian Alliance for Biomechanics (BAB) is guided by a Dedicated Executive Board of leading researchers, academics, and industry professionals.

Our Executive Board ensures that the organization remains true to its core definition: advancing the interdisciplinary science that applies principles of mechanics to understand, alter, and improve the movement, structure, and function of biological systems.

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The primary role of the Executive BoardIs to conduct the daily operation of the Alliance. We are responsible for organizing national conferences, fostering corporate relationships, maintaining clear communication channels, and organizing targeted events for PhD researchers across Belgium.

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Conference Team

Responsible for the organization and execution of the annual BAB national conference, ensuring high-quality scientific discourse and networking opportunities.

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Liaison & Corporate Team

Building and maintaining strong relationships with industry sponsors, ensuring financial sustainability and bridging the gap between academia and industry.

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PhD Event Team

Dedicated to organizing specialized educational and networking events tailored specifically for PhD researchers and students in biomechanics.

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Communication Team

Managing internal and external communications, social media, the BAB website, and ensuring all members stay informed and connected.

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BAB Award Team

Recognizing scientific excellence and doctoral achievements in biomechanics through prestigious honors, grants, and research awards.