UCT's Surgical Society, along with the Neuroscience Institute and the Cortex Club, present:

Brains and Bytes talk
Join us for a groundbreaking talk by Prof Tim Denison, Royal Academy of Engineering Chair at Oxford University and co-founder of Amber Therapeutics, who is a pioneer of brain engineering and neurotechnology, with over 100 U.S. patents.

The talk will be followed by a panel discussion of expert neuroscientists, led by Professor Graham Fieggen (Director of the Neuroscience Institute, Head of the Division of Neurosurgery at Groote Schuur Hospital and the University of Cape Town) where they will unpack the revolutionary impact that brain-computer interfaces will have on the future of neurosurgery.

From neuro-navigation systems and robot-assisted surgery to augmented reality and AI integration, Prof. Fieggen and team will explore how cutting-edge technologies are transforming surgical practice, enhancing precision, and improving patient outcomes. Drawing on real-world cases from one of Africa’s leading neurosurgical centers, this session offers a unique glimpse into the next frontier of brain and spine surgery.

Whether you’re a future neurosurgeon, tech lover, curious student, or a computer/AI enthusiast—this is a conversation you don’t want to miss!!