Who We Are

The BioCommunications Association (BCA), is an international association of photographers, videographers, illustrators and graphic designers who create visual media for medicine and science. Our mission is to enhance professional competency and advance the profession through the education and development of our members.

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Nathan Pallace goes back to his roots

Photos by ©Erin Reid Coker Since its establishment on 1931 the ethos of the BioCommunications Association has al…

BCA Members Image Gallery

Did you know as a BCA member benefit you can have your own image gallery? BCA provides members with a space to promot…

AI and ethical codes of conduct, an essay

Felice Frankel one of our 2024 International Symposium on Biomedical and Scientific Imaging presenters has written an…

Member Profile: Taylor Parker

What is your primary line of work? I am a photographer for Mayo Clinic providing patient photography and video in sur…

Member Profile: Ellie Young, FIPT

What is or was your primary line of work? Teaching the history and craft of the handmade photograph. What got you ins…

Behind the image

Visualize the beauty of science and medicine

Behind the image showcases the beauty and complexity of medicine and science through the eyes of professional photographers, videographers and illustrators. The quality of their work reflects how much they love what they do and sharing with it others. Learn more about how the image was made and about the person who made it.

 

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Become involved in a Professional Association that will develop your career


BCA is more than pretty pictures - it is learning and sharing specialized imaging techniques and supporting imaging professionals at every stage in their careers:

  • Attend Conferences
  • Enter BioImages
  • Opportunities to Present
  • Networking
  • Job Postings
  • Publish your Work
  • Grant Funding
  • Career Development
  • Certification