MxW Symposium (User Meeting) 2025
A One-Day Event of Breakthrough Discovery and Meaningful Community Exchange.
Join us on
July 8th in Vienna!
As a global leader in the HD-MEA field, we are beyond excited to welcome back the MEA Meeting this year in beautiful Vienna. To celebrate this special occasion, we are thrilled to announce our MxW Symposium (User Meeting) at the MEA Meeting, taking place on July 8th.
This event is designed to bring our community together for an insightful day of exchange, networking, and groundbreaking science.
Join us for captivating scientific talks from leading experts, a series of innovative flash talks, and the latest breakthroughs in neuroengineering and 2D/3D modeling. Afterward, relax and network with fellow MxW community members at our social event, offering a perfect opportunity to connect and unwind!
Speaker Lineup
Scientific
Topics
Neural Stem Cells
and Organoids
Brain
Development
Disease Modeling
and Drug Discovery
Cutting-Edge
Neuroengineering
Advanced Electrophysiology
Techniques
Computational
Neuroscience
Program
Details
Tuesday, July 8 | Session 1 & 2
08:45 - 09:15
Registration and Welcome Coffee
09:15 - 09:25
Welcome Address
Dr. Urs Frey & Dr. Marie Obien |
MaxWell Biosystems, Switzerland
Welcome Address
09:25 - 09:45
Scientific Talk
Enhancing HD-MEA Data Interpretation via Cell-Type Annotation from Fluorescence Imaging
Prof. Kenta Shimba | The University of Tokyo, Japan
09:45 - 10:05
Scientific Talk
Scalable Platforms for Longitudinal Electrophysiology of Brain Organoids
Prof. Mircea Teodorescu and Prof. Sofie Salama | University of California Santa Cruz, USA
10:05 - 10:25
Scientific Talk
Bottom-Up Neuroscience – a Practical Approach
Prof. Janos Vörös | Laboratory of Biosensors and Bioelectronics, ETH Zurich, University of Zurich, Switzerland
10:25 - 10:45
MxW Updates
MaxWell Biosystems, Switzerland
10:45 - 11:15
Snack Break
Session II – Neural Dynamics and Restoration
11:15-11:30
Selected Short Talk
Insulative Compression of Neuronal Tissues on Microelectrode Arrays by Perfluorodecalin Enhances Electrophysiological Measurements
Dr. Tomoya Duenki | The University of Tokyo, Japan
11:30 - 11:50
Flash Talks
Giulia Amos | ETH Zürich, Switzerland
Yuki Miyahara | The University of Tokyo, Japan
Dr. Camilla Bosone | Neurolentech, Austria
Torben W. van Voorst | VU Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Yusaku Yamagishi | The University of Tokyo, Japan
11:50 - 12:10
Travel Grant Winner Talk
Modeling SYNGAP1-Related Disorder Using Patient-Derived Neural Organoids on High-Density Microelectrode Arrays
Dowlette-Mary Alam El Din | Johns Hopkins University, United States
12:10 - 12:30
Scientific Talk
Unpacking the Network Burst
Prof. Dr. Julio Martinez-Trujillo | Western University London, Canada
12:30 - 12:50
Scientific Talk
A Glutamate-Based Retinal Prosthesis to Recover Visual Functions in Retinitis Pigmentosa
Dr. Elisabetta Colombo | Istituto Italiano di Technologia (IIT), Italy
12:50 - 13:10
Inspirational Talk
Let’s Get Connected: Building Networks with Brain Organoids on HD-MEAs
Prof. Yoshiho Ikeuchi | The University of Tokyo, Japan
13:10 - 13:15
Closing Remarks
13:30 - 17:50
Boat Ride and Networking Lunch
Venue
TU Wien’s Faculty of
Electrical Engineering
The conference will take place at the TU Wien’s Faculty of Electrical Engineering located in Gußhausstraße 27-29, 1040 Wien.
Travel
Within Vienna, the conference venue is easily accessible by public transport:
09:20 - 09:30
Underground lines U1, U4 to Karlsplatz
Dr. Urs Frey & Dr. Marie Obien |
MaxWell Biosystems, Switzerland
09:20 - 09:30
Tramway lines 1, 62, Badner Bahn to Karlsplatz and 2, 71, D to Oper/Karlsplatz
Dr. Urs Frey & Dr. Marie Obien |
MaxWell Biosystems, Switzerland
09:20 - 09:30
Bus lines 4A, 59A to Karlsplatz
Dr. Urs Frey & Dr. Marie Obien |
MaxWell Biosystems, Switzerland
TU Wien’s Faculty of Electrical Engineering
Gußhausstraße 27-29,
1040 Wien
Austria
Join us for an unforgettable Boat Cruise along the beautiful Danube River, the perfect way to relax, soak in the stunning views, and connect with fellow attendees.
Best of all? It’s included in the registration fee for all MxW Symposium participants!
Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to create new memories, build lasting connections, and enjoy a well-deserved break. Spots are limited, registration will come soon, stay tuned and set sail with us!
During the tour, indulge in a delightful standing lunch on board, the perfect way to recharge and enjoy a glass of wine while taking in the views. Marvel at Vienna’s stunning skyline, historic landmarks, and charming riverside neighborhoods, all from the comfort of the boat!
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