In January 2026, BrainMind will host Bending the Arc of Neuroinnovation, a private gathering during J.P. Morgan Week where a curated community of entrepreneurs, scientists, and investors will help shape the future of neurotechnology for the benefit of humanity.

The day will feature hands-on neurotech demonstrations, startup lightning pitches, and thought-provoking breakout discussions with leading voices in neuroscience, technology, and venture. Designed to spark collaboration and inspire responsible innovation, this gathering will explore how today’s breakthroughs can bend the arc of neuroinnovation toward a more conscious and impactful future.

Schedule

January 12th, 2026

3:00 - 4:00 PM - Experiential Neurolab
4:30 - 5:30 PM - Lightning Pitches
5:30 - 6:30 PM - Light Dinner, Demos, and Networking
6:30 - 7:00 PM - Musical Performance
7:00 - 8:00 PM - Asilomar-Inspired Breakouts
8:00 - 9:00 PM - Social hour

Experiential Neurolab

The gathering will include a hands-on Experiential NeuroLab with exciting inventions and technology demonstrations. Participating companies include:

Lightning Pitch Presenters

Breakout Discussions

Special breakout discussions will offer participants the opportunity to dive more deeply into the Asilomar workshop themes that will continue in March. These roundtables will bring together subject-matter experts and attendees to explore emerging questions, workshop ideas in progress, and build collaborative momentum ahead of the March sessions.

The Melody of San Francisco

Our upcoming salon will take place at The Melody of San Francisco, a thoughtfully restored historic church in the heart of San Francisco. With its vaulted ceilings and luminous charm, The Melody of San Francisco provides an intimate and inspiring space for meaningful dialogue and connection.

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