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Jacobs Institute Where ideas to stop vascular disease become groundbreaking realities. Vascular disease is the killer lurking in the corner of every American family room.

And it’s killing too many of us. Too many mothers, fathers, uncles and aunts. Too many joke-makers, storytellers and hug-givers. At the Jacobs Institute, we’re reinventing the way vascular disease research, prevention, and treatment has always been done. By breaking down the barriers between clinical experts, engineers, regulators, students, patients, and researchers, we harness the power of colla

boration to create pioneering technologies and get new ideas out of the lab and into the hands of the people who need them most. We believe when the best minds in the industry work together, we can inspire a new standard of care for patients, a more efficient way to innovate, and a holistic vision for health. We believe, together, we can significantly reduce the devastating impact of vascular disease — and save thousands of lives. To learn how you can help fight back against vascular disease, visit jacobsinstitute.org

After a busy day at work, seven members of the Jacobs Institute staff joined thousands of Western New Yorkers at an even...
06/16/2026

After a busy day at work, seven members of the Jacobs Institute staff joined thousands of Western New Yorkers at an event that’s best described as “one part run, one part party”.

Buffalo is one of 16 sites around the world that takes part in the JP Morgan Chase Corporate Challenge. The 3.5 Mile Run/Walk around Delaware Park promotes health, networking, and camaraderie.

Our runners were a few of the 7,000 that came out to the Parkside neighborhood, and most of the fun is getting together with friends and colleagues at the tents in the park afterwards.

The JP Morgan Chase Foundation made a donation to 43 North in an effort to continue innovation in Buffalo after the race.

The Jacobs Institute helps our clinical partners share their knowledge around the world with other physicians in their f...
06/12/2026

The Jacobs Institute helps our clinical partners share their knowledge around the world with other physicians in their field.

This morning, Jim Herr from our Creative Media Center assisted in the broadcast of Dr. Vijay Iyer performing a mitral valve clip to the Structural Heart Summit 2026 in Mumbai, India.

Dr. Iyer was able to demonstrate the procedure to more than 400 people at the conference, describing what he does to save lives here in Buffalo. Physical distance does not stop the spirit of collaboration that drives our mission at the Jacobs Institute.

Right now, engineers and physicians are in the same room, discussing how better medical devices are designed.The first C...
06/12/2026

Right now, engineers and physicians are in the same room, discussing how better medical devices are designed.

The first Catheter Design & Clinical Immersion Course, presented in partnership with MedTech Education, is happening here at the Jacobs Institute, bringing together engineers, design experts, and physicians for two days of hands-on learning and clinical insight.

Participants are exploring the catheter design lifecycle through a combination of technical instruction, physician interaction, and real-world clinical perspectives designed to help bridge the gap between engineering and patient care.

At our reception, clinical partners spent time sharing ideas and insight with attendees. At one point, Dr. Vijay Iyer could even be spotted breaking out a sheet of paper with Damien Carr to sketch out some ideas.

Engineers are getting the chance to step out of their labs and immerse themselves in a real-world clinical environment. This is a unique chance to engage directly with physician device users to figure out what works, what doesn’t and why. This course goes beyond traditional classroom learning and is meant to create conversations that can influence future product development and innovation.

Eight students. Three departments. One summer of learning. We're excited to welcome our interns to the Jacobs Institute....
06/10/2026

Eight students. Three departments. One summer of learning.

We're excited to welcome our interns to the Jacobs Institute. Working across our engineering, education, and communications teams, they'll gain hands-on experience, collaborate with mentors, and contribute to meaningful projects that support our mission.

Internships are about more than observing. They're about learning through real-world challenges, building professional relationships, and translating their classroom knowledge into practice.

Over the coming months, these students will be working alongside our staff, physicians, engineers, and partners while exploring careers in medical innovation and healthcare. They each have their own project they’re working on along with a staff mentor throughout the season.

We're looking forward to seeing and showing off what they accomplish this summer.

Swipe through to meet our 2026 summer interns.

Two events. Two communities. One Buffalo.This weekend, Jacobs Institute team members spent time at two very different ev...
06/08/2026

Two events. Two communities. One Buffalo.

This weekend, Jacobs Institute team members spent time at two very different events; but both reflected something important about Buffalo.

On Friday, a group of staff volunteers joined the 26th annual Fruit Belt Clean-a-Thon, helping support a community that’s long been our neighbor and an important part of this city's history.

On Sunday, team members participated in Buffalo's Pride Parade, celebrating inclusion, visibility, and the many individuals who help make our community stronger.

These events may have looked different, but both were opportunities to step away from our daily work and engage with the people and neighborhoods that make Buffalo the City of Good Neighbors.

At the Jacobs Institute, innovation doesn't happen in isolation. Being an active and engaged member of our community is an important part of who we are.

06/04/2026

One week from today, device engineers will have the opportunity to do something they rarely get to do: ask the physicians using their devices exactly what works, what doesn't, and why.

June 11–12, the Jacobs Institute and MedTech Education will bring engineers directly into the clinical environment for the Catheter Design & Clinical Immersion Course.

⚠️ Final spots remain.

Attendees will observe procedures, engage with physician device users, explore catheter design and manufacturing concepts, and gain insights that can influence future product development.

We're also grateful for the support of Qosina Corp whose sponsorship is helping make this unique educational experience possible.

🎥 In the preview below, Dr. Snyder explains to Damian Carr how feedback from end users reaches product designers today, and why bringing physicians and engineers together can be a game changer for innovation.

If you've been considering attending, now is the time to secure your spot.

🔗 Register now: https://zurl.co/lDlBe

Today's medical students are tomorrow's neurosurgeons.This weekend, aspiring neurosurgeons gathered for the UB Neurosurg...
06/04/2026

Today's medical students are tomorrow's neurosurgeons.

This weekend, aspiring neurosurgeons gathered for the UB Neurosurgery & & Spine Group Neurosurgery Sub-Internship Training Camp, gaining hands-on experience with neurosurgical techniques, simulation, procedural skills, and mentorship from faculty and residents.

The Jacobs Institute was proud to support the program by providing a collaborative environment where students could learn, practice, and build connections within the neurosurgical community.

Swipe through to see some of the day's highlights.

06/01/2026

In a couple weeks device engineers get a unique opportunity; the chance to ask the physicians using their devices exactly what works, what doesn't, and why.

Less than two weeks remain until the Catheter Design & Clinical Immersion Course. June 11–12 at the Jacobs Institute, presented in partnership with MedTech Education.

⚠️ Limited spots remain!

This one-of-a-kind experience goes beyond traditional engineering education; bringing attendees directly into the clinical environment to observe procedures, interact with physician device users, and gain insights that can help shape better medical technologies.

🎥 In the preview below, Dr. Kenneth Snyder and Damian Carr discuss why physician engagement and clinical immersion are critical components of successful catheter design.

🔗 Register now: https://zurl.co/qMUOM

Some of the most important conversations at the Jacobs Institute don’t start in the conference rooms. This morning, the ...
05/29/2026

Some of the most important conversations at the Jacobs Institute don’t start in the conference rooms. This morning, the JI team welcomed new Chief Operating Officer Will Sutton with a casual meet-and-greet breakfast in our café collaboration space.

One of the things that makes the Jacobs Institute unique is the culture created in spaces like this; where conversations happen organically, ideas are exchanged freely, and you never quite know who you’ll end up connecting with over coffee.

The breakfast gave staff the opportunity to meet Will in an informal setting, ask questions and hear about his outlook for the future.

Strong organizations are built on more than strategy and expertise. They’re built on connection, accessibility, and collaboration. This morning was a great reflection of that culture in action.

Welcome to Buffalo and the Jacobs Institute, Will.

05/27/2026

What happens when engineers get direct access to the physicians using the devices they design?

That’s the conversation behind our upcoming Catheter Design and Clinical Immersion Course at the Jacobs Institute.

In this short clip, faculty members Damian Carr and Dr. Kenneth Snyder discuss why engineers need to engage doctors early in device design to improve patient care.

This two-day immersive experience with MedTech Education gives engineers the opportunity to:
• Observe live clinical cases
• Engage directly with physicians
• Explore catheter materials and manufacturing methods
• Gain hands-on prototyping experience
• See how device design decisions impact real-world procedures
• Network during a reception sponsored by Qosina Corp

Because the best medical devices are built with both engineering precision and clinical perspectives.

📍 Buffalo, NY
📅 June 11–12
Register here: https://zurl.co/AeY6x

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