The Brain Charity

On March 12th, 2025, we were thrilled to welcome 188 attendees and 23 stallholders to Head Matters 2025 — The Brain Charity’s biggest open day yet! 

This year’s event focused on showcasing new technology and digital innovation in neurology. It was a day full of inspiration, insight, and cutting-edge advancements in neurological care, and we couldn’t have asked for a better turnout. 

We were also honoured to have the Lord Mayor of Liverpool officially open Head Matters for us. 

Incredible guest speakers 

A huge thank you to our expert speakers who delivered thought-provoking and impactful talks throughout the day: 

• Professor Damien Coyle – AI-enabled brain-computer interfaces for awareness assessment after brain injury and neurotechnology applications. 

• Alex Keyter – How people with neurological conditions can use AI to improve their lives. 

• Professor Penny Lewis – Sleep engineering for health and cognition. 

The groundbreaking insights these speakers shared were extremely interesting. The future of neurology is truly exciting, and we were proud to be part of the conversation. 

Panel discussion: AI – friend or foe? 

One of the highlights of the day was the panel discussion, chaired by former BBC Radio Merseyside host Roger Phillips. The session, featuring our guest speakers, Georgina Carr (Chief Executive of the Neurological Alliance), and Pippa Sargent (CEO of The Brain Charity), sparked a lively discussion about the future of AI. 

The conversation explored the opportunities and challenges AI brings to people with neurological conditions, leaving everyone with plenty to think about for the future. 

Live demonstrations showcasing cutting-edge neurotech

Throughout the day, visitors had the chance to experience some of the most innovative and groundbreaking neurotechnology demonstrations in our Neuro Gym. These included: 

ONION.AI – An AI health companion app revolutionising personal health management. 

ADDHERE Technologies – An ADHD diagnosis app. 

University of Liverpool – MetaHumans avatars. 

Spire Healthcare – Nevro spinal cord stimulation for chronic pain relief. 

HMA Technologies & University of Liverpool – Exoskeleton technology demonstration. 

It was great to witness how these technologies are reshaping the way we understand and manage neurological conditions. 

A huge thank you to our stallholders 

We were joined by 23 fantastic organisations that provided valuable resources and support for those living with neurological conditions. Their presence made the event even more special, and we thank them for their contributions. 

Together, we raised £700 

Thanks to your generosity, we raised £700 for The Brain Charity through café sales and tombola takings! This will go a long way in supporting our vital work helping those affected by neurological conditions. 

We’d love your feedback 

Your thoughts and feedback are important to us. Help us make next year’s event even better by sharing your experiences with us: Feedback Form. 

Missed it? Don’t worry 

Head Matters will return in 2026, and we can’t wait to see you there! Stay tuned for more details. 

Thank you once again to everyone who attended, participated, and made Head Matters 2025 such a resounding success. 

We’re already looking forward to next year’s event, where we’ll continue to explore new advances in the world of neurology and its impact on the lives of those with neurological conditions.