Prof. Dr. Surjo Soekadar's research explores how neurotechnologies can be used in the treatment of neurological and psychiatric disorders. Neurotechnologies are technological and computer-assisted tools that analyze brain signals and are capable of modifying them in a targeted manner. Neurotechnologies include brain-computer interfaces, the application and development of which is at the center of Prof. Soekadar's work. In his previous research, Prof. Soekadar enabled quadriplegic patients with complete finger paralysis to eat and drink independently using a brain/neural-controlled hand exoskeleton.
His second professorship enables him to further expand this work in Berlin. In addition, he will establish a 'NeuroTech Open Innovation Hub' in Berlin, aimed at testing, commercializing, and integrating innovations into healthcare in Germany.
“With this professorship, we are creating a unique platform for the development and clinical testing of neurotechnological innovations,“ emphasizes Professor Soekadar. “Our goal is to make new therapies quickly accessible and to establish Berlin as a global leader in neurotechnology and its translation into practice”.
