List of Awardee　–　BrainConnects 2024

Oral presenter

1. Siti Hajar Binti Zabri - Investigating reward-related functional connectivity in late adolescents through an N-back task using functional MRI.

2. Randy Aliwarga - 99mTc-TRODAT-1 SPECT/CT Molecular (Nuclear) Neuroimaging for Dopamine Metabolism: First Clinical Experience in Bandung.

3. Dr Sarah Jane A. Jimenez - Brain Research Agenda Setting and its Role in Promoting Advanced Technologies in a Developing Country; The Philippine Experience

Poster presenter

1. Nurin Rahwani Binti Abdul Rashid - Correlation between inferior occipital gyrus and subjective drug craving in former drug addicts: An fMRI study

2. Teoh Wen Zhing - Effects of Spatial Smoothing on Brain Activity Pattern in an Auditory fMRI Study 

3. Nursyafiqah Binti Roslan - Exploring the quiet mind of former drug addicts using fMRI

Brain art artists

1. Miss Rayneshia Elaura

Title: Neurographic Genesis

Explanation: This artwork explores the origin and development of neural connections through neurographics. It adjacents the natural evolution of Homo Sapiens with the technologically augmented existence of Homo Technologicus, symbolising an AI-human hybrid. Set in the era of artificial intelligence, the piece delves into the intersection of human and artificial neurological development, showcasing their intertwined yet distinct pathways.

2. Miss Nur Hafizah Binti Mohad Azmi

Title: Blooming Wisdom: The Genetic Garden of a Strong Mind

Explanation: A captivating sculpture that seamlessly merges the delicate beauty of a flower with the intricate structure of DNA, symbolizing the harmony between nature and human intelligence. Emerging from a robust brain at its core, elegant DNA helices intertwine with the stems and petals of a beautifully detailed flower, symbolizing the blossoming of ideas and knowledge. This unified piece celebrates the dynamic interplay between our biological heritage and intellectual achievements, highlighting the strength that comes from embracing both our natural origins and the boundless possibilities of human creativity.

3. Miss Nor Azra Binti Md Din

Title: Kid’s imagination

Explanation: Simple art from the kid’s imagination to the mother’s touch depicting colourful brain that resembles their colourful life.