Exploring the brain’s complexity through technological and molecular innovation, neurobiotechnology & brain engineering focuses on decoding neural function and repairing or enhancing the nervous system. From brain-computer interfaces and optogenetics to neuroprosthetics and neural organoids, this multidisciplinary field merges bioengineering, neuroscience, and biotechnology. Researchers in Neurobiotechnology & Brain Engineering are advancing treatments for neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s, epilepsy, and spinal cord injuries through stem cell therapies, gene editing, and neural regeneration strategies. Additionally, wearable neurodevices and biosensors offer real-time monitoring of brain activity, supporting applications in mental health, cognitive enhancement, and rehabilitation. The field not only deepens our understanding of brain physiology but also introduces cutting-edge tools for neural repair and augmentation.
Title : Why do 90% of the drugs fail in development? An analysis of 82+ submissions; and a case study of immunotherapy
Narendra Chirmule, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), India
Title : Eliminating implant failure in humans with nano chemistry: 45,000 cases and counting
Thomas J Webster, Brown University, United States
Title : Evaluating cell compatibility and subcutaneous host response of silk fibroin–chitosan plug composites as potential resorbable implants
Luis Jesus Villarreal Gomez, Universidad Autonoma de Baja California, Mexico
Title : Steps and strides: Cross-species insights into movement and injury
Babak Faramarzi, Western University of Health Sciences, United States
Title : Ancient wisdom, modern science: Biotech services transforming ayurveda
Prashant Sakharam Bhokardankar, Datta Meghe Ayurvedic Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, India
Title : Scientist’s computational lawyer
Julia Sidorova, Instituto Carlos III de Salud (CIBER-EHD), Spain