Honoring the Legacy of Prof. Banu Onaral
Date: Friday, January 30, 2026
Location: Drexel University, Skyview Lounge (McAlister Hall, 3250 Chestnut St, 6th floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104) with remote/online participation opportunity
Host: Drexel University | School of Biomedical Engineering, Science & Health Systems
Join us as we commemorate the first anniversary of Professor Dr. Banu Onaral’s passing with a day dedicated to the science, innovation, and community she inspired.
Banu Onaral devoted her life to advancing biomedical engineering, entrepreneurship, and global innovation ecosystems. As the founding leader of Drexel’s School of Biomedical Engineering, Science & Health Systems, she championed translational research that improves lives, from optical brain monitoring to global health technologies and commercialization pathways.
The Banu Onaral Research Symposium celebrates her enduring legacy by bringing together distinguished colleagues, former trainees, students, and collaborators from around the world.
This day-long event highlights:
- Advances in wearable neurotechnologies, clinical translation, and human performance
- Stories of mentorship, innovation, and impact from her global community
- Showcases of projects supported by the Banu Onaral Global Innovation Fellowship
- A collective reflection on her transformative influence in science, education, and entrepreneurship
Next steps:
Submit your Abstract (Deadline: January 16, 2026)
The tentative program outlines the structure for this inaugural annual symposium, combining scientific sessions, personal tributes, and global partnership showcases, and subject to change. For questions or comments, please contact .