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  • CNS Innovation Institute

    Unifying neurological education and advanced data science techniques for research and practice improvement.

  • The Congress of Neurological Surgeons is leading the advancement of innovation in neurosurgery—integrating emerging technologies, data science, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to improve research, education, and patient care.  

    Computational techniques such as Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are poised to revolutionize healthcare. The CNS recognizes that obtaining training in basic and advanced data science requires exposure to diverse developments in this environment as well as opportunities for mentorship.

    The Big Data session at the 2018 CNS Annual Meeting and the data science scholar program (2020) were the early initiatives marking the inception of a program at the forefront of these emerging technologies.

    The newly launched CNS Innovation Institute Fellowship formalizes and expands these initiatives into a two-year, structured program. Fellows engage in a series of in-person and virtual experiences focused on innovation development, mentorship, and industry collaboration—advancing ideas toward practical application.

  • Programs & Initiatives

    CNS+

    Machine Learning and AI in your pocket

    CNS is revolutionizing neurosurgical practice with a groundbreaking AI-enhanced interface integrated into the CNS+ app.

    How AI Will Improve the CNS+
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  • Neuro Innovate

    Announcing the 2026 Neuro Innovate course, presented by the University of Chicago Department of Neurological Surgery and endorsed by the CNS. 
    This program will explore the latest advancements in neurotechnology and neuroscience innovation.

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    CNS Annual Meeting

    The CNS Annual Meeting helps neurosurgeons stay up to date on innovations in the field to empower and help them make the greatest impact for their patients.

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    Artificial Intelligence in Neurosurgery Course

    This course provides a framework for answering neurosurgical questions using data science models.

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    Data Science Scholar Program

    The CNS Scholarship in Data Science opens up training opportunities in basic and advanced data science.

  • The CNS continues to develop educational programs at the CNS Annual Meeting, novel courses, online courses, and scholarship programs in Data Science.

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