The AIMS Meeting [Annual International (bio)Medical Students Meeting] is the largest biomedical conference in Europe entirely organised by medical students, gathering nearly a thousand participants from across the globe every year.
Hosted annually in Lisbon, Portugal, and promoted by the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Lisbon’s Student Committee, the AIMS Meeting stands as a unique academic and cultural landmark.
More than a scientific congress, it underscores the value of medical education for all health sciences students, fostering innovation, knowledge exchange, and collaboration. By bridging borders and disciplines, the AIMS Meeting provides a platform where the biomedical leaders of tomorrow connect, learn, and inspire one another.
From in-depth Modules that dive into specialised areas of medicine, to thought-provoking Keynotes delivered by leading figures in science and healthcare, and Roundtables that open space for debate across disciplines, each session is crafted to broaden perspectives and spark curiosity.
Workshops turn theory into practice through hands-on medical and scientific training. Guided by professionals, they range from clinical skills and surgical techniques to cutting-edge innovations, offering interactive and immersive learning that goes beyond the classroom.
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Competitions bring knowledge to the test, challenging students in clinical reasoning, scientific innovation, and research excellence. With great prizes at stake, these contests are both an opportunity to showcase talent and to push boundaries.
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“Getting the chance to share the Ninja Nerd story and our mission with such an engaged group of medical students was one of the proudest moments of my career. The organization was outstanding, the audience was curious and energized, and the conversations really showed how much these students care about the future of medicine. It was an honor to be part of an event led by students who are so passionate about learning, collaboration, and making an impact!”
“My experience with the AIMS meeting has been extraordinarily good. I have to say, from the beginning, I was impressed by the students organizing it so carefully, discussing with me beforehand what we would be talking about, planning it, and then receiving me here in Lisbon and bringing all the speakers together. I was very impressed with many innovations. It’s not just a typical session where the speaker talks, but also roundtables, ‘Ask Me If You Can’ and more workshops – I think this is very good.”
“The organization has been amazing! People have been so helpful and kind, and everything has gone smoothly. The building is fantastic, the questions were amazing, and the audience seemed really engaged. I really enjoyed the whole session, and scientifically, it was a wonderful experience. I feel like we could have talked all afternoon.”
“This initiative taken by the medical school is amazing! I was giving the talk to medical students, most of them from Portugal, but there were also international students, which made the experience unique. I think the organization did such a wonderful job, so thank you for inviting me.”
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