In February 2024, the inaugural ceremony and seminar of the Asia-Pacific Biomedical Engineering Consortium (APBEC) were held at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

The consortium brings together the expertise and resources of Tsinghua University, Seoul National University, The University of Tokyo, National Taiwan University, National University of Singapore, and Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. It aims to advance biomedical engineering for the benefit of the Asia-Pacific region and beyond. By fostering multidisciplinary approaches, the consortium seeks to address complex challenges in healthcare, medical technology, and innovative solutions to improve human health and well-being.

Through joint research projects, knowledge exchange programs, and collaborative education initiatives, the consortium will promote the sharing of expertise, resources, and best practices among member universities. This will enable students, faculty, and researchers to engage in cross-cultural learning experiences, leverage diverse perspectives, and develop groundbreaking solutions to address pressing healthcare needs.