Center for Neuroengineering and Brain Computer Interfaces Innovate & Launch: Neurotech Entrepreneurship Workshop

📅 Friday, November 7, 2025

📍 UAB Hospital Highlands Media Center, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Join us for an inspiring day of innovation, learning, and collaboration in the neurotechnology space. This workshop brings together students, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to explore the intersection of neuroscience, engineering, and business.

Schedule Overview

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Morning Session: Inspiration & Insights

Keynote lectures on neuroengineering entrepreneurship, design thinking, team building, technology transfer, and the entrepreneurial mindset. Includes a 15-minute networking break.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Working Lunch: Roundtable Discussions

Interactive discussions with speakers and mentors. Share your ideas, receive feedback, and ask questions in small group settings.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Afternoon Session: Student Start-Up Pitches 💰 CASH PRIZES

Watch student teams pitch their neurotech innovations and compete for cash prizes! Includes feedback from expert judges and closing remarks.

Featured Speakers

Jamie Tyler

CNBCI

Welcome & Overview

Lloyd Cooper

Design: From Concept to First Prototypes

Vivek Lal

UAB

Building a Founding Team

Patrick Murphy

UAB

The Entrepreneurial Mindset

Additional speakers on technology transfer and economic development

Event Highlights

💡 Expert Insights

🤝 Networking

🎯 Pitch Competition

👥 Mentorship

🔧 Hands-On Learning

💰 Cash Prizes