NITO BFI in the world - international cooperation
Our international collaboration helps to promote and strengthen the field of biomedical laboratory sciences.
International cooperation strengthens both the professional development of biomedical laboratory technicians and the profession's position globally. NITO BFI actively participates in international forums and networks, and collaborates with sister organisations to exchange knowledge, promote professional standardisation and contribute to high-quality health services – across national borders.
NITO BFI - Nordic cooperation
NITO BFI participates with the exchange of experience and discussion with the other Nordic biomedical laboratory organizations in the Nordic Medical Laboratory Group (NML).
NITO BFI - European cooperation
The European Association for Professions in Biomedical Science (EPBS) has been established to promote best practice and ethics among biomedical laboratory scientists, who work in clinical diagnostics and research in Europe.
European Association for Professions in Biomedical Science, EPBS
NITO BFI - International cooperation
In addition to being an important professional arena, the International Federation of Biomedical Laboratory Science (IFBLS) is a central meeting place and decision-making forum for the organization's many members.
International Federation of Biomedical Laboratory Science, IFBLS
What is bioengineer called in English?
NITO BFI uses Biomedical Scientist (BS) as the English translation of the title bioengineer.
Common English titles for management positions:
- Chief Biomedical Scientist: Chief Biomedical Scientist, or Head of (Biomedical) Department
- Senior Biomedical Engineer: Senior Biomedical Scientist
What is the English term for NITO Department of Biomedical Laboratory Sciences?
The English term is:
- NITO The Norwegian Institute of Biomedical Science
How does NITO engage internationally?
International cooperation is important to NITO. In an increasingly international labour market, it is important that employees talk to each other and inspire each other across national borders.