natHACKS 2024 Neuro Fundamentals

​Hosted by: NeurAlbertaTech (NAT)

​📅 Date: Thursday, November 14
⏰ Time: 11:00 PM - 12:00 AM MST
🌐 Location (In-Person): Dinwoodie Lounge, Students' Union Building, 8900 114 St NW, Edmonton, AB T6G 2J7
🔗 Virtual: https://neuralberta.tech/live

​Dive into the essentials of neuroscience and neurotechnology in this foundational workshop. Participants will explore the basic structure and function of the nervous system, along with the workings of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). The session will also cover current research trends and emerging technologies in neurotech. This workshop provides a solid grounding for anyone interested in further exploring the field.

​Speaker: Ruby Prinsen 

​Ruby is a psychology PhD student at the University of Alberta, with an MSc from the University of Edinburgh. Ruby has an interdisciplinary background in embodied cognition, with experience in a variety of methods, including neurotechnology and qualitative research. Her research primarily focuses on the dynamic nature of social interactions and how they change with familiar others. Ruby is also the Director of Education for NeurAlbertaTech.

​About NeurAlbertaTech:

​​​​​​NeurAlbertaTech (NAT) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting education, collaboration, and innovation in neurotechnology through accessible, hands-on learning and project support. Encompassing three student chapters across Alberta, NAT has empowered thousands of young innovators through its various programs, which include hackathons, speaker events, and workshops.