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.
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
For sixteen years, the Days of BHAAAS have been a substantial, high-quality, and successful conference.
Bosnian-Herzegovinian American Academy of Arts and Sciences was founded in Charlotte, North Carolina, on November 3, 2007.
Mahira Tanović, MD, FACS, a long-standing member and former President of the Bosnian-Herzegovinian American Academy of Arts and Sciences (BHAAAS), has been appointed President of the National Association of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the first professional organization of this kind operating at the national level.
Under the auspices of the Office of the Sarajevo Canton Government for Diaspora Affairs, an agreement was signed on the implementation of a project within the Program for Supporting Cooperation Projects and Strengthening Ties with the Diaspora and Countries of the Region in Sarajevo Canton for 2025. The purpose of the agreement is to strengthen institutional cooperation and connect the Bosnian and Herzegovinian diaspora with academic, scientific, and professional institutions in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The beneficiary of the funds is the Bosnian-Herzegovinian American Academy of Arts and Sciences (BHAAAS).
Air pollution continues to be one of the most serious public health challenges in Bosnia and Herzegovina, with long-term consequences for the health of the population, especially in urban areas. On this topic, Prof. Dr. Nedžad Haračić, a long-time expert in the field of air quality control and a new member of BHAAAS, spoke for Hayat TV.
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.
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!
Mahira Tanović, MD, FACS, a long-standing member and former President of the Bosnian-Herzegovinian American Academy of Arts and Sciences (BHAAAS), has been appointed President of the National Association of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the first professional organization of this kind operating at the national level.
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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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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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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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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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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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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, 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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