American Concrete Institute (ACI) – University of Toronto Chapter
NeurotechUofT Student Design Team
NeurotechUofT (NTUT) is the University of Toronto’s only student design team dedicated exclusively to neuroengineering. Our objective is to advance undergraduate innovation in neurotechnology while providing hands-on experience in biomedical engineering and neuroscience. We achieve this through collaborative R&D projects, technical workshops, design sessions, hackathons, mentorship programs, networking events, and industry partnerships. Members work on technologies including prosthetics, biosignal processing, neuromodulation, and assistive devices alongside clinicians, researchers, and engineers.
Key Accomplishments for 2025-2026
1. Prosthetic Arm Workshop (75 attendees)
NeurotechUofT hosted a large-scale Prosthetic Arm Workshop introducing students to biosignal-driven prosthetics and biomedical system design. Participants gained hands-on exposure to EMG acquisition, actuator systems, and neuroengineering fundamentals through guided demonstrations and design activities. CPSIF funding supported workshop materials and outreach, enabling broader accessibility and engagement. The event strengthened undergraduate interest in biomedical engineering and provided students with practical exposure beyond the classroom.2. URSA NeuronMove v2 & Post-Stroke Rehabilitation Project Showcase (75 attendees)
NTUT presented its NeuronMove v2 Parkinsonian assistive device and Post-Stroke Rehabilitation (PSR) system at the Undergraduate Research Symposium & Awards (URSA) showcase. Students demonstrated developments in EEG/EMG integration, prosthetic control, and rehabilitation-focused biomedical systems. The showcase connected attendees with ongoing translational neuroengineering research while highlighting CPSIF-supported R&D initiatives and collaborations with clinicians and researchers affiliated with Krembil Brain Institute and UHN.
NeurotechUofT hosted a large-scale Prosthetic Arm Workshop introducing students to biosignal-driven prosthetics and biomedical system design. Participants gained hands-on exposure to EMG acquisition, actuator systems, and neuroengineering fundamentals through guided demonstrations and design activities. CPSIF funding supported workshop materials and outreach, enabling broader accessibility and engagement. The event strengthened undergraduate interest in biomedical engineering and provided students with practical exposure beyond the classroom.2. URSA NeuronMove v2 & Post-Stroke Rehabilitation Project Showcase (75 attendees)
NTUT presented its NeuronMove v2 Parkinsonian assistive device and Post-Stroke Rehabilitation (PSR) system at the Undergraduate Research Symposium & Awards (URSA) showcase. Students demonstrated developments in EEG/EMG integration, prosthetic control, and rehabilitation-focused biomedical systems. The showcase connected attendees with ongoing translational neuroengineering research while highlighting CPSIF-supported R&D initiatives and collaborations with clinicians and researchers affiliated with Krembil Brain Institute and UHN.
3. Fireside Chat with Dr. Andres Lozano & Dr. Bryson (15 attendees)
NeurotechUofT organized an exclusive fireside chat featuring Andres Lozano alongside Dr. Bryson, focusing on neuromodulation, neurotechnology innovation, and translational medicine. Students engaged directly with leading clinicians and researchers, discussing emerging therapies, research pathways, and entrepreneurship in neuroengineering. CPSIF support enabled the organization of this professional development opportunity, strengthening mentorship connections and exposing students to real-world applications of engineering in neuroscience.
CPSIF Funding Impact
CPSIF funding played a critical role in expanding NeurotechUofT’s community programming and student engagement initiatives this year. Funding enabled us to host free technical workshops, networking events, seminars, and showcases that collectively engaged over 400 student participants across engineering and neuroscience disciplines. Support from CPSIF helped cover event logistics, workshop materials, venue resources, outreach, and accessibility-related costs, allowing students to gain hands-on exposure to neuroengineering, connect with clinicians and industry professionals, and participate in experiential learning opportunities that extend beyond the classroom. We are sincerely grateful to the funding areas and donors for supporting undergraduate innovation and community-building at U of T Engineering.
URSA NMv2-PSR Project Showcase. Photographer: Sunny
Baylis Medtech Networking Event. Photographer: Louise
R&D Post-Stroke Rehabilitation Device Design Freeze Presentation. Photographer: Ritchie
AI in Neuroscience Seminar. Photographer: Fateen
Prosthetic Arm Workshop. Photographer: Jim Xu
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