
THE
BRAIN OPTIMIZATION
SUMMIT 2026
October 11th | MBC BioLabs
San Francisco, CA
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE LATEST BRAIN TECH
Welcome to The Brain Optimization Summit’s second annual event! It will take place in one action packed Sunday during SF tech week.
Hear from top founders, scientists, and clinicians in neurotech, AI, wearables, deeptech, biotech, and healthtech. Emerge with a plan for optimal brain health today and a glimpse into what’s to come for your sharpest future self.
Food, beverages, interactive and networking sessions will be provided throughout the day.

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BRAIN
FOCUSED

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This event is meant for those in a position to significantly impact the neurotech industry, whether as an entrepreneur, life sciences executive, investor, researcher, influencer, or government representative.
Interested in showcasing your products/services?

OUR SPEAKERS
See below for our confirmed speakers for 2026. More speaker updates coming soon!

Paola Telfer
Founder & CEO
Sens.ai

Antonio Forenza, PhD Founder and CEO
AWEAR

Laura Glickman, PhD
Co-founder & CEO
Adjuvia Therapeutics

Mike Olson
Chairman Of The Board Cityside Journalism Initiative

Natalise Kalea Robinson
Co-Founder & CEO
Parallel Health

Ronjon Nag, PhD
President, Adj. Professor
R42 Group, Stanford

Christin Glorioso, MD PhD
Co-founder & CEO
NeuroAge Therapeutics
THEMES COVERED
Optimizing the brain requires both breakthrough science and new technology. The Brain Optimization Summit will explore the key topics that leaders across neuroscience, therapeutics, and tech need to know in order to turn cutting-edge research into real tools for sharper cognition and better brain health. Join us as we explore the following topics:
- AI for Brain Optimization
- Brain-Computer Interfaces
- Neurotherapeutics & Drug Development
- Diagnostics & Neuro Biomarkers
- Cognitive Trackers & Wearables
- Brain Aging & Longevity
- Peak Cognitive Performance
- Neurodegenerative Disease
- Deep Tech & Health Tech Innovation
- Funding Neuro Startups
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