AI for brain health About the event The University of Edinburgh is marking two remarkable milestones: 300 years of the Edinburgh Medical School, and its place in the history of AI, it was the first place in Europe to research and teach AI more than 60 years ago. To celebrate this shared legacy, the Generative AI Laboratory (GAIL), the Centre for Doctoral Training in Biomedical AI and Edinburgh Medical School invite you to a one-day event exploring how AI is transforming brain health. This event will showcase breadth of work and expertise of researchers across the University, alongside speakers from industry and academia. What we mean by "brain health" We will take broad view of brain health, looking at many areas of neurological disease, such as epilepsy, neurodegenerative diseases and neurodevelopmental conditions. Across the day, we'll examine how AI can support innovation at every stage of the brain health pathway, including: Risk stratification – identifying who is most at risk Early detection and diagnosis – spotting conditions sooner and more accurately Prevention – reducing risk where possible Treatment and care – developing better pathways, including personalised medicine We will explore how these advances can lead to improved patient outcomes and wider societal benefits – while remaining clear-eyed about the challenges and responsibilities that come with using AI in healthcare. Who should attend This event has been designed with a wide audience in mind, including: Academics and researchers working in AI, neuroscience, neurology, informatics and related fields Clinicians and healthcare professionals Those working in industry PhD students and early-career researchers The day offers a valuable opportunity to build new collaborations, share expertise and help shape the future of AI-driven brain health research at Edinburgh and beyond. Visit events page below for full agenda and bookinghttps://gail.ed.ac.uk/news-and-events/events/ai-for-brain-health Sep 21 2026 09.00 - 16.15 AI for brain health Celebrating the University of Edinburgh's place in medical and AI research history with a look into the conjoining of these fields with a focus on brain health and the future of this exciting area of research. John McIntyre Conference Centre, Pollock Estate, Edinburgh, EH16 5AY More info and booking This article was published on Monday 17 August 2026
AI for brain health About the event The University of Edinburgh is marking two remarkable milestones: 300 years of the Edinburgh Medical School, and its place in the history of AI, it was the first place in Europe to research and teach AI more than 60 years ago. To celebrate this shared legacy, the Generative AI Laboratory (GAIL), the Centre for Doctoral Training in Biomedical AI and Edinburgh Medical School invite you to a one-day event exploring how AI is transforming brain health. This event will showcase breadth of work and expertise of researchers across the University, alongside speakers from industry and academia. What we mean by "brain health" We will take broad view of brain health, looking at many areas of neurological disease, such as epilepsy, neurodegenerative diseases and neurodevelopmental conditions. Across the day, we'll examine how AI can support innovation at every stage of the brain health pathway, including: Risk stratification – identifying who is most at risk Early detection and diagnosis – spotting conditions sooner and more accurately Prevention – reducing risk where possible Treatment and care – developing better pathways, including personalised medicine We will explore how these advances can lead to improved patient outcomes and wider societal benefits – while remaining clear-eyed about the challenges and responsibilities that come with using AI in healthcare. Who should attend This event has been designed with a wide audience in mind, including: Academics and researchers working in AI, neuroscience, neurology, informatics and related fields Clinicians and healthcare professionals Those working in industry PhD students and early-career researchers The day offers a valuable opportunity to build new collaborations, share expertise and help shape the future of AI-driven brain health research at Edinburgh and beyond. Visit events page below for full agenda and bookinghttps://gail.ed.ac.uk/news-and-events/events/ai-for-brain-health Sep 21 2026 09.00 - 16.15 AI for brain health Celebrating the University of Edinburgh's place in medical and AI research history with a look into the conjoining of these fields with a focus on brain health and the future of this exciting area of research. John McIntyre Conference Centre, Pollock Estate, Edinburgh, EH16 5AY More info and booking This article was published on Monday 17 August 2026
Sep 21 2026 09.00 - 16.15 AI for brain health Celebrating the University of Edinburgh's place in medical and AI research history with a look into the conjoining of these fields with a focus on brain health and the future of this exciting area of research.
