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Call for Abstracts: Medical Symposia at the 17th Days of BHAAAS! Call for Abstracts: Medical Symposia at the 17th Days of BHAAAS!
BHAAAS States: Bosnia and Herzegovina Deserves Stability, Not Labels BHAAAS States: Bosnia and Herzegovina Deserves Stability, Not Labels
Zlatan Akšamija: We Are No Longer Educated on How Knowledge Is Acquired; Our Natural Curiosity Is Atrophying Zlatan Akšamija: We Are No Longer Educated on How Knowledge Is Acquired; Our Natural Curiosity Is Atrophying

Bosnian-Herzegovinian American Academy of Arts and Sciences

BHAAAS is a voluntary non-profit, non-governmental, non-partisan, multi-ethnic, and multi-cultural organization whose purposes are exclusively educational, scientific, and charitable, as defined under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code.

Bosnian-Herzegovinian American Academy of Arts and Sciences was founded in Charlotte, North Carolina, on November 3, 2007.

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Dear members of BHAAAS,

I am honored to take the helm of the Bosnian-Herzegovinian-American Association of Arts and Sciences (BHAAAS), an organization that has become my scientific “home away from home” and my main connection to like-minded researchers in my native Bosnia and Herzegovina. View Message

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For sixteen years, the Days of BHAAAS have been a substantial, high-quality, and successful conference.

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Find out about BHAAAS online mentorship program - WHO CAN APPLY - HOW TO APPLY - Who are BHAAAS Mentors

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Bosnian-Herzegovinian American Academy of Arts and Sciences was founded in Charlotte, North Carolina, on November 3, 2007.

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IN MEMORIAM

We remember Dr. Faruk Turkić, an outstanding pathologist and physician who passed away on September 10, 2025. For more than 50 years, he was devoted to pathology, serving for many years as Head of the Department of Pathology at Zenica Cantonal Hospital, and later continuing his work at Tešanj General Hospital. He made a particularly important contribution during and after the war in Bosnia and Herzegovina, working on exhumations and the identification of victims. His humanistic mission is continued today by his daughter Majda Turkić, a long-standing member of BHAAAS.

Call for Abstracts: Medical Symposia at the 17th Days of BHAAAS!

See the list of medical symposia, instructions for medical abstracts submission, important dates and guidelines for abstract review and acceptance. NEW: E-poster submission option

BHAAAS States: Bosnia and Herzegovina Deserves Stability, Not Labels

The Bosnian-Herzegovinian American Academy of Arts and Sciences (BHAAAS), a respected and non-partisan organization bringing together scientists, physicians, engineers, and artists of Bosnian and Herzegovinian origin in the United States, has issued a statement in response to recent political remarks and institutional challenges concerning Bosnia and Herzegovina and its position in the international context.

Zlatan Akšamija: We Are No Longer Educated on How Knowledge Is Acquired; Our Natural Curiosity Is Atrophying

Prof. Dr. Zlatan Akšamija was recently elected President of the Bosnian-Herzegovinian American Academy of Arts and Sciences (BHAAAS), succeeding Dr. Adnan Begović in this role. As a teenager, he fled war-torn Bosnia and Herzegovina with his family to the United States, where he now lives and has built his academic career. His doctoral dissertation, “Thermal Effects in Semiconductor Materials and Devices,” was supported by a scholarship from the U.S. Department of Energy.

BHAAAS Legacy

A long-standing tradition of excellence

BHAAAS Days are the most important activity organized by the Bosnian-Herzegovinian American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

Over the years, BHAAAS Days have grown into a respected international conference.

Over the past 16 years, this event has brought together more than 1,000 participants from 30 countries through numerous symposiums, special events, and a dedicated student program.

BHAAAS Days are a platform for networking, unforgettable encounters, and the exchange of ideas between local and international experts from various fields of science and art.

After 16 successful conferences, BHAAAS proudly continues building bridges between the homeland and the world.

 See you at the 17th BHAAAS Days!

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Dr. Sanda Vujnić: Why early reaction in sepsis is crucial

Our member, Dr. Sanda Vujnić, prepared an article on the occasion of September 13, World Sepsis Day, with the aim of raising public awareness about this serious and often overlooked health threat. BHAAAS members and the Knowledge for Health platform actively follow current topics, strive to be available to the media and the public, and contribute with their expertise to improving citizens’ awareness. We thank them for their dedication and support.

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BHAAAS Member Prof. Svjetlana Bukvich Premieres New Work with Carolyn Dorfman Dance and Singer Davor Ebner

Carolyn Dorfman Dance presents Prologue: A Dance of Hope - The Story of Max Heller, a powerful fusion of dance, music, and theater. Featuring electroacoustic compositions by Sarajevo-born composer Svjetlana Bukvich and Bosnian singer Davor Ebner, this project is a cultural bridge between BiH and its US diaspora. Premiering in January 2025, it honors Heller’s legacy as a Holocaust survivor, immigrant, and trailblazing mayor who fought segregation in Greenville, South Carolina.

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Namik Hrle, one of the speakers at the 4th Future Leaders Summit in Sarajevo

A member of BHAAAS, Namik Hrle from Banja Luka, Vice President of Development in IBM's Software Department and Director of the Development Laboratory in Germany, holder of 77 patents, will be one of the speakers at the 4th Future Leaders Summit (FLS), which will take place on December 13 and 14 in Sarajevo.

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BHAAAS Member Dr. Tijana Tufek Memišević at the World Urban Forum in Cairo

Last week, Cairo hosted the 12th World Urban Forum (WUF12), one of the most significant global events focused on the challenges of urban development. The theme of the forum, "It All Begins at Home: Local Responses for Sustainable Cities and Communities," brought together over 35,000 participants from around the world, including experts, policymakers, activists, educators, decision-makers, and government representatives.

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Research by Prof. Ismar Volić in the documentary "Counted Out" with the slogan "Math is Power"

The documentary "Counted Out" explores the intersection of mathematics, civil rights, and democracy, highlighting how an understanding—or lack thereof—of mathematics affects society's ability to tackle key challenges such as healthcare, climate change, misinformation, and elections.

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Exceptional contribution to neuroradiology: BHAAAS member dr. Zulejha Merhemić Honored as a fellow of the European society of neuroradiology

Radiology diagnostics specialist, Dr. Zulejha Merhemić, a long-time member of BHAAAS, has been honored as a Fellow of the European Society of Neuroradiology. Dr. sc. Merhemić, the first person from Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) to achieve this prestigious level of membership, has been actively contributing to the development and promotion of the medical field for over 20 years. In addition to her work in BiH, she has made a significant impact as a visiting professor at foreign universities, sharing her extensive knowledge and experience with students and colleagues.

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Admir Mašić, member of BHAAAS, became a full professor at the famous MIT in Boston

Admir Mašić, a chemist and scientist originally from Bosnia and Herzegovina, has been promoted to the position of full professor at the famous Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the United States of America. Admir is a member of the Bosnian-Herzegovinian-American Academy of Arts and Sciences - BHAAAS and the International Academy of Sciences and Arts in BiH - IANUBIH, and he is the winner of this year's WITec Paper award.

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Eldina Nizamić, MD spoke about the 15th Days of BHAAAS for N1 Newsnight

The president of BHAAAS, Eldina Nizamić, MD was a guest on N1 in Newsnight and spoke about the significance and activities of the Bosnian-Herzegovinian-American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and about the upcoming 15th Days of BHAAAS, which will be held from June 20 to 23 in Sarajevo. More details at the link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Sw-biVdvGI&ab_channel=N1BiH

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