Radboud University organizes a one-week immersive course to explore how neurotechnologies shape everyday life through key clinical applications. Through lectures, hands-on demonstrations, and user interactions, participants examine the technical, clinical, and ethical dimensions of neurotechnology, supported by expertise from Radboud University and NeurotechEU partners.
The Radboud Summer School will take place between 29 June - 3 July 2026 on-site, at Radboud University (Netherlands). Each day will center on a major clinical use case: Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), Cochlear Implants, Peripheral Nerve Stimulation, Epilepsy Neuromodulation, and Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs), and will combine foundational lectures, hands-on demonstrations, and interactions with a real user.
The course leverages Radboud University and NeurotechEU partners to provide a multi-perspective view and build competence in translational neurotechnology and responsible innovation.
Learning objectives
- Understand the fundamentals of electrophysiology relevant to neurotechnology (neuronal signaling, stimulation principles, and recording basics) and apply this knowledge to interpret device operation.
- Explain and compare the clinical indications, core components, and operating principles of major neurotechnologies: DBS, cochlear implants, peripheral/vagus nerve stimulation, epilepsy devices, and BCIs.
- Critically evaluate patient impact and outcome measures (clinical endpoints, quality-of-life metrics) through case studies and evidence-based discussion.
- Engage in interdisciplinary dialogue with patients, clinicians, and engineers to identify ethical, accessibility, and design considerations for responsible neurotechnology innovation.
