The CLARA Symposium on AI for Brain Health brings together leading researchers and experts from neuroscience, artificial intelligence, molecular biology, clinical research, and high-performance computing to explore how AI can transform brain research and improve brain health. Hosted by the Paris Brain Institute, the symposium reflects the interdisciplinary vision of CLARA, connecting AI, data science, computational methods, and biomedical research. The programme will explore advances in molecular biology, novel approaches to phenotyping, and the potential of health data and supercomputing for brain research.
As part of the symposium, the CLARA Science Café will provide an opportunity for early-career researchers to present their work through posters and pitches, exchange ideas, and build connections with peers and senior researchers. A Quadruple Helix Round Table will also bring together representatives from the public sector, academia, industry, and patient organisations to discuss perspectives and opportunities for collaboration in AI for brain health. Through keynote sessions, scientific exchange, and networking, the symposium will foster collaboration and highlight new opportunities for AI-driven research in brain health.
Who should not miss this event:
- Researchers and professionals in neuroscience, clinical medicine, molecular biology, genomics, informatics, AI, HPC, and quantum computing
- Students, PhD candidates, and postdocs from STEM fields
- Industry representatives, startups, and innovation stakeholders in AI, healthtech, and computing (including pharma and biotech)
- Academic partners of CLARA
- Representatives of public administration and research institutions
- Healthcare providers, incl. GPs and hospitals
- Patient organizations, nonprofits, and the general public
Main organiser of the event:
CLARA Symposium
Wednesday, 13 November 2026 | 8:30 - 18:30
Venue: Paris Brain Institute and online
Registration & Coffee
Start the day with a coffee, meet fellow participants and make your first connections before the scientific programme begins.
Opening & Welcome
- Prof. Stéphanie Debette, MD, Executive Director | Paris Brain Institute (ICM)
- Prof. Václav Snášel, Director, CLARA | International Neurodegenerative Research Center (INDRC)
Keynote Session | AI and Molecular Biology
- Dr. Laura Cantini, CNRS Researcher & Group Leader | Institut Pasteur
- Dr. Stanislav Mazurenko, Head Researcher, CLARA | International Clinical Research Center (ICRC)
Coffee break
Take a break, grab a coffee and continue the conversation with fellow participants.
Keynote Session | Novel Approaches to Phenotyping
- Dr. Judith Abécassis, Junior Principal Investigator | Inria Saclay
- Dr. Milan Němý, CLARA Tenure Track Position Holder | Czech Technical University (CIIRC CTU)
CLARA Science Café | Poster Pitches
Meet the next generation of researchers as they introduce their work in short, focused poster pitches.
CLARA Science Café | Networking Lunch & Poster Session
Grab some lunch, explore the posters and talk directly with the researchers behind the work.
Quadruple Helix Round Table
What does AI for brain health look like from different perspectives? Representatives from research, industry, public administration and patient organisations come together to discuss challenges and opportunities.
Who will join the discussion? We’ll reveal the participants soon. Stay tuned.
Coffee Break
Another chance to recharge, exchange ideas and make new connections.
Keynote Session | Health Data and Supercomputing Facilities
- Dr. Emmanuel Bacry, Scientific Director, Health Data Hub | CNRS, Université Paris-Dauphine - PSL
- Dr. Stephan Hachinger, Team Lead Research Data Management, CLARA | Leibniz Supercomputing Centre (LRZ)
Closing Remarks
Wrapping up the day with key takeaways, new ideas and plenty of questions to take forward.
Networking & Drinks
No more slides, just good conversations. Stay with us for an informal end to the day, drinks and new connections.