Building Bridges: Israeli Neurotech Students Visit Providence 2026

In-Person Event: Thursday, July 30, 2026, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Location: Social Enterprise Greenhouse, Davol Sq Unit 100, Providence, RI 02903

Building Bridges: Israeli Neurotechnology Students Visit Providence

Discover the Future of Neurotechnology

Innovation knows no borders.

This summer, students from Brown University and Ben-Gurion University of the Negev came together in Providence for an intensive two-week Neurotechnology Hackathon. Working side by side in interdisciplinary teams, they combined neuroscience, engineering, entrepreneurship, and creativity to develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges.

Now, we invite you to experience the results.

Join us for an inspiring evening where the students will present the innovative projects they developed during their two-week collaboration. Guided by faculty mentors and professionals from academia and industry, the teams tackled some of today's most exciting challenges in neuroscience and neurotechnology while learning from one another across cultures, disciplines, and backgrounds.

Come meet the students, hear the stories behind their projects, and discover how international collaboration is helping shape the next generation of innovation.

What to Expect

During the showcase, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Meet the student teams from Brown University and Ben-Gurion University of the Negev.

• Hear presentations about the innovative neurotechnology concepts they developed during the program.

• Learn how interdisciplinary collaboration and entrepreneurial thinking can help solve real-world neuroscience challenges.

• Ask questions and interact directly with the students after their presentations.

What People Said About Last Year's Event

Julie Sullivan Owens, CEO of Social Enterprise Greenhouse, attended last year's showcase and shared her thoughts:

"I was truly blown away by the innovative ideas pitched by the students last year, and I can't wait to see what they have in store this year. If you want to feel inspired, please join us!"

Admission and Registration

The event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

Whether you're interested in neuroscience, healthcare, entrepreneurship, innovation, higher education, or simply enjoy learning about groundbreaking ideas, we invite you to join us.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Register Today by going to the link or scan the QR Code

Why Neurotechnology Matters

Neurotechnology is one of the fastest-growing areas of science and innovation. By combining neuroscience with engineering, artificial intelligence, computer science, and medicine, researchers are developing technologies that are transforming our understanding of the human brain.

These advances have the potential to improve the diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders, enhance rehabilitation, improve mental health, and create entirely new approaches to personalized medicine. The ideas presented by these students represent the next generation of thinking in this rapidly evolving field.

Building Global Connections Through Innovation

Some of the world's greatest innovations begin when talented people from different countries and disciplines come together to solve complex problems.

The collaboration between Brown University and Ben-Gurion University demonstrates the power of international partnerships to inspire creativity, accelerate discovery, and prepare tomorrow's scientific and entrepreneurial leaders.

Programs like this strengthen the growing partnership between Rhode Island and Israel while creating opportunities for future collaborations among universities, researchers, healthcare organizations, entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders.

Looking Ahead

Today's student projects represent much more than classroom exercises. They are early examples of ideas that could one day improve lives around the world.

By encouraging collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurship, programs like this help prepare future leaders who will continue advancing neuroscience and neurotechnology while strengthening international partnerships for years to come.

About Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU), located in Beersheba, Israel, is one of Israel's leading research universities and an internationally recognized center for innovation. BGU is renowned for excellence in neuroscience, engineering, medicine, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.

Through groundbreaking research and global partnerships, Ben-Gurion University continues to advance scientific discovery while helping shape the future of technology, healthcare, and innovation.

To learn more, click on this lin/: https://www.bgu.ac.il/en

About Brown University and the Carney Institute for Brain Science

Brown University is internationally recognized for excellence in research, education, and innovation. The Robert J. and Nancy D. Carney Institute for Brain Science brings together neuroscientists, engineers, physicians, computer scientists, and entrepreneurs to better understand the brain and develop technologies that improve human health.

The Brown–Ben-Gurion University Neurotechnology Hackathon reflects the Institute's commitment to interdisciplinary research, experiential learning, and international collaboration, providing students with an opportunity to work on meaningful challenges alongside leading faculty members and industry professionals.

Learn more: https://carney.brown.edu

About the Rhode Island–Israel Collaborative (RIIC)

The Rhode Island–Israel Collaborative (RIIC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening business, academic, research, healthcare, and innovation partnerships between Rhode Island and Israel.

Through strategic collaborations, educational initiatives, and professional exchanges, RIIC connects universities, researchers, entrepreneurs, businesses, and community leaders to promote innovation, economic growth, and lasting international relationships.

Learn more: https://www.theriic.org

Email: info@theriic.org

About Social Enterprise Greenhouse

Social Enterprise Greenhouse is Rhode Island's leading nonprofit organization supporting entrepreneurs and enterprises that create positive social, environmental, and economic impact.

Through mentoring, education, networking, and access to resources, Social Enterprise Greenhouse empowers innovators to transform ideas into sustainable ventures that strengthen communities throughout Rhode Island.

Learn more: segri.org 

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Register Today by going to the link

or scan the QR Code