CRANIA Conference 2023 Recap

Attendees were treated to a one-of-kind panel discussion about deep brain stimulation moderated by CRANIA scientist Dr. Alfonso Fasano

Over 250 people attended the second annual CRANIA Conference at the Microsoft Conference Centre on September 13.

The conference served as a platform for students and professionals to exchange ideas and expand their network through engaging workshops and captivating symposiums about the future of neuromodulation.

Attendees were also treated to a one-of-kind panel discussion about deep brain stimulation moderated by CRANIA scientist Dr. Alfonso Fasano which featured patient advocate and CRANIA Conference keynote speaker Benjamin Stecher, Toronto Western neurosurgeon Dr. Suneil Kalia and industry representatives (Abbott, Boston Scientific, and Medtronic).

Here are a few images from the event.


CRANIA co-director Dr, Luka Milosevic kicks off the conference 


Keynote speaker Benjamin Stecher addresses the audience


Dr, Stephanie Iwasa discusses advances in the effects of electrical stimulation on neural stem cell expansion 


Dr, Alfonso Fasano moderating a panel discussion


CRANIA trainee Kiah Spencer during her 3MT


Dr. Nir Lipsman gives his keynote speech


CRANIA trainee Arjun Balachandar delivering his 3MT.