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About the Congress
The Brain and the Chip is an international world research conference focused on the latest advances in neurotechnology, intracortical neural interfaces, brain-computer interfaces, neural engineering, and translational neuroscience.
The meeting brings together leading researchers, clinicians, engineers, industry professionals, and young scientists from around the world to discuss emerging technologies that are transforming the understanding and interaction between the human brain and advanced electronic systems. We aim to bring together experts from diverse disciplines, including neural engineering, intracortical brain-computer interfaces, microelectronics, artificial vision, neurosurgery, neurology, materials science, neural-inspired artificial intelligence, and ethics, to foster collaboration promote knowledge exchange, and explore the latest developments in intracortical interface technologies.
We also plan to invite representatives of the blind community, individuals with spinal cord injury, and journalists to actively participate in and contribute to the discussions.
Special emphasis is placed on translational research and real-world clinical applications aimed at improving the quality of life of people with sensory and neurological disorders.
The Brain and the Chip serves as a platform for scientific exchange, innovation, and international collaboration, featuring keynote lectures, research presentations, technology showcases, and discussions on the future challenges and ethical implications of neurotechnology.
About the Biomedical Neuroengineering Group
The Biomedical Neuroengineering Group at the Miguel Hernández University (UMH) is a multidisciplinary research team dedicated to advancing the field of neurotechnology and developing innovative solutions for people with sensory and motor disabilities.
Our work combines expertise in neuroscience, medicine, engineering, artificial intelligence, rehabilitation sciences, and biomedical technologies to design next-generation neural interfaces and neuroprosthetic systems. One of our main research focuses is the development of cortical visual neuroprostheses aimed at restoring functional vision in profoundly blind individuals through direct interaction with the visual cortex.
The group has extensive experience in translational and interdisciplinary research, bringing together engineers, neuroscientists, surgeons, physiologists, and clinicians to address the complex relationship between biological systems and advanced technologies. Our projects are supported by national and international institutions, including European research programs and collaborative initiatives in neuroengineering and artificial vision.
Beyond visual neuroprosthetics, our research areas include brain-computer interfaces, biomedical electronics, rehabilitation robotics, medical imaging, adaptive communication systems, and advanced neural stimulation technologies.
Through innovation, collaboration, and clinical translation, we aim to contribute to the future of neuroscience and improve quality of life through cutting-edge neurotechnology.
