Ayyalusamy "Rams" Ramamoorthy, Ph.D., poses at FAMU-FSU College of Engineering in Tallahassee, Florida on May 22, 2025. Ramamoorthy was elected Fellow of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE). (Scott Holstein/FAMU-FSU College of Engineering)
FAMU-FSU Engineering professor inducted into elite organization representing top 2% of biomedical engineers worldwide
Ayyalusamy (Rams) Ramamoorthy, a professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering, Florida State University and the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL), has been inducted into the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering College of Fellows.
This honor is awarded to only the top two percent of engineers in these vital fields, recognizing their outstanding contributions to “engineering, medicine research, practice and education.”
Leading Research in Protein Aggregation and Age-Related Diseases
“We are proud to see Professor Ramamoorthy recognized for his outstanding contributions to the field,” said Bruce Locke, chair and distinguished chemical and biomedical engineering research professor at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering.
According to Locke, Ramamoorthy’s research enhances our understanding of the structure and function of membrane-associated proteins and the aggregation processes linked to age-related diseases such as Alzheimer’s, type 2 diabetes and Parkinson’s disease.
“This recognition also highlights the significance of Professor Ramamoorthy’s work in developing membranes and polymer-based materials for protein structural determination and drug delivery,” Locke added.
Breakthrough Research in Type 2 Diabetes
The AIMBE College of Fellows represents a prestigious community of leaders who have pioneered technological advancements and innovative approaches to bioengineering education.
Ramamoorthy’s current research addresses some of the most challenging problems associated with Type 2 diabetes. Leading a dedicated team at the college, he has delved into the intricate effects of insulin on amylin aggregation and the resultant toxicity—a critical aspect in understanding the pathophysiology of Type 2 diabetes.
Recognition for Excellence in Magnetic Resonance Research
In 2023, he was elected a fellow of the International Society of Magnetic Resonance (ISMAR) for his novel and impactful contributions to magnetic resonance. The Institute of Chemistry at the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS CHIMIE) also selected him to present pioneering research in top French laboratories in 2024, underscoring the global recognition of his work.
Elite Fellowship Among Distinguished Peers
With an impressive academic background that includes a doctorate in chemistry from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur and a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania, Ramamoorthy’s formal induction into the AIMBE College of Fellows took place during the AIMBE Annual Event held in Arlington, Virginia, on March 31, 2025. He joined an elite cohort of 171 colleagues from the Class of 2025, representing a diverse membership that spans over 30 countries.
AIMBE Fellows are celebrated for their intellectual and technical prowess and substantial influence in academia, industry, clinical practices and government. Among the distinguished members are four Nobel Prize laureates, 27 Presidential Medal of Science and/or Technology and Innovation awardees and numerous inductees into the National Academy of Engineering, Medicine and Sciences.
Advancing the Future of Medical Engineering
Ramamoorthy’s induction into the AIMBE College of Fellows is a personal milestone and a significant recognition of the vital work at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering. His pioneering research continues to push the boundaries of knowledge and innovation, promising advancements that could reshape the future of medicine and health.
As he accepts this prestigious honor, the scientific community looks forward to his ongoing contributions and leadership in the evolving landscape of medical engineering.
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