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UAB Center for Neuroengineering and Brain Computer Interfaces Hosts NeuroGateways 2023 Symposium

Birmingham, AL – The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Center for Neuroengineering and Brain Computer Interfaces is proud to announce its hosting of the inaugural NeuroGateways 2023 Symposium. The event took place on March 30th and 31st, 2023, at the UAB National Alumni House.

NeuroGateways 2023 brought together a diverse group of experts from UAB and external institutions, including academic scientists, clinicians, and industry professionals. The symposium aimed to facilitate discussions on the latest discoveries, clinical applications, and business opportunities in neuroengineering and neurotechnology.

With three central themes, Neurorehabilitation, Neuromodulation, and Neurodata, the symposium covered a broad range of topics. Neurorehabilitation focused on the use of neural activity to control devices for assisting and restoring lost function. Neuromodulation aimed to improve the quality of life for patients through the alteration of brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nerve activity. Neurodata highlighted the collection and integration of vast amounts of neural and imaging data for hypothesis-driven queries and Big Data analyses.

The symposium spanned two days, with sessions running from 8am to 5pm on Thursday, March 30th, and 8am to 2pm on Friday, March 31st. Participants had the opportunity to meet experts from academia and industry who shared their knowledge and research in the field of neuroengineering and neurotechnology. The focus of the presentations and associated activities was on practical applications and approaches to the technology.

“The goal of NeuroGateways 2023 was to foster an environment of collaboration where different approaches to neurotechnology could be explored and discussed,” said Dr. John Smith, Director of the UAB Center for Neuroengineering and Brain Computer Interfaces. “We wanted participants to gain insight into the current state of neuroengineering and neurotechnology and be prepared to apply these advancements to their respective fields.”

To learn more about the symposium, including the agenda and topics covered, please visit the NeuroGateways 2023 website at speaker.neurogateways.com/agenda.

About UAB Center for Neuroengineering and Brain Computer Interfaces:

The UAB Center for Neuroengineering and Brain Computer Interfaces focuses on multidisciplinary research and innovation in neuroengineering and neurotechnology. Through collaborations

CNBCI at the NSF BRAIN IUCRC meeting

UAB’s Center for Neuroengineering and Brain Computer Interfaces Showcases Innovations at NSF BRIAN IUCRC Meeting

[TEMPE, AZ] – Faculty and students from the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s (UAB) Center for Neuroengineering and Brain Computer Interfaces (CNBCI) recently attended the National Science Foundation (NSF) BRIAN IUCRC meeting in Tempe, AZ on July 6 and 7. The CNBCI, a candidate member of this prestigious group of neuroengineering research centers, delivered a well received presentation on what the CNBCI would bring to the BRAIN Center.

The UAB CNBCI team at the meeting comprised of Professor Jamie Tyler, Associate Professor Mark Bolding, and Neuroengineering PhD students Ashton Weber and Caila Coyne. Their collective expertise in neurobiology, neuroimaging, neural interface technology, engineering, and the latest developments in neuroscience allowed for an engaging and insightful discussion on the advancements in personalized neurotechnologies.

The CNBCI’s main objective is to develop safe, effective, and affordable personalized neurotechnologies for diagnostics, restoration, enhancement, and rehabilitation of sensory, motor, affective, and cognitive functions. By supporting innovative interdisciplinary research across various dimensions of brain function and behavior, the CNBCI aims to improve the quality of life for individuals worldwide.

The center’s affiliation with the NSF BRIAN IUCRC will further solidify its commitment to advancing neuroengineering research and education. The CNBCI’s representative presentation highlighted the center’s dedication to fueling advancements in research, education, and patient care at UAB and the broader communities it serves.

“We are honored to have been chosen to attend the NSF BRIAN IUCRC meeting and showcase the strides we have made in the field of neuroengineering,” said Professor Jamie Tyler. “Our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in personalized neurotechnologies, and this recognition from the NSF is a validation of our efforts.”

The CNBCI has consistently demonstrated a dedication to multidisciplinary collaborations and cutting-edge research, making it an invaluable resource for individuals seeking to understand and enhance brain function. By combining engineering and analytics with neurobiology and neuroimaging, the CNBCI is at the forefront of pioneering research that has the potential to transform patient care and improve lives.

For more information about the CNBCI and its research initiatives, please visit https://sites.uab.edu/cnbci/

The Center for Neuroengineering and Brain Computer Interfaces (CNBCI) at the University of Alabama at Birmingham