The field of interest is the application of the concepts and methods of the physical and engineering sciences to biology and medicine. This field covers a very broad range from formalized mathematical theory through experimental science and technological development to practical clinical applications. It includes support of scientific, technological and educational activities.

The IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society has 47 chapters and members in 70 countries worldwide. Their 6 conferences include the IEEE EMBS Annual International Conference and the annual IEEE EMBSS UKRI Postgraduate Conference on Biomedical Engineering and Medical Physics.

Society membership includes:

- IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering (electronic)*
- IEEE Transactions on Information Technology in
   Biomedicine (electronic)*
- IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and
   Rehabilitation Engineering (electronic)*
- IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine
   (print)

*Students only