Workshops We Host

Discover Our Workshops

Our workshops offer practical, in-depth training on NIRx technologies and applications. Explore upcoming sessions to see where you can learn new skills, exchange ideas, and connect with our team face-to-face.

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Capitol Illumination:
Shedding Light on the Working Brain with fNIRS

Date: June 10 - 11, 2026

Location: Gallaudet University, Washington DC

Join us for a two-day fNIRS workshop for beginners and advanced users in the Washington DC area aiming to improve their neuroimaging skills

What you can expect:

• Hands-On Training: Learn how to set up and collect data in your own fNIRS experiment, and learn about how to record fNIRS from participants of varying age ranges and needs.

• Innovative Research Talks: Hear from our team and from our invited guest speakers, Dr. Anjana Bhat and Dr. Rachel Romeo.

• Poster & Research Blitzes: Present ongoing or prospective research through five-minute poster or research blitz talks and engage in discussion and feedback with fellow attendees. 

Please submit all blitz submissions HERE. All submissions due May 15, 2026.

• Networking: Join local researchers for an opportunity to connect, share ideas, and build collaborations for new and innovative research.

Whether you're new to fNIRS or looking to expand your expertise, this workshop offers a focused blend of practical training and cutting-edge insights into research using fNIRS in the Washington DC area.

UK fNIRS Introduction course & workshop

Date: July 16, 2026

Location: Institute of Sport, Exercise and Health (1st floor)
University College London
170 Tottenham Court Road, London, W1T 7HA

As the use of Functional Near Infrared Spectroscopy continues to grow each year, we are excited to offer our expertise to ensure that everyone can use this equipment to its full potential. In light of this, we have developed a one-day introductory course on fNIRS that is open to anyone interested in Near Infrared Spectroscopy, including students, postgraduates, researchers, new users, and other professionals.
All fNIRS enthusiasts are welcome!
Please note this is an on-site course and online participation is not possible.

This introduction course will be held prior to the ISENS 2026 conference.

PROGRAM

The fNIRS introduction course will be divided into two different parts:

• Theoretical background — learn more about:

  • The theory and technology behind fNIRS

  • fNIRS applications in the fields of neuroscience, psychology, and sports science

  • Applicable experimental setup and analysis methods

• Practical hands-on session with Artinis & NIRx devices and a walkthrough of Brite Connect and Aurora software: Put the acquired theoretical knowledge into practice and perform different fNIRS experiments from set-up to simple data analysis.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

• Attendance to the course is £30 per participant, lunch included.

• This fNIRS introduction course has limited spots for 25 participants. Therefore, we operate on a ‘first come, first served’ policy.

Deep Dive into fNIRS Hyperscanning: From Collection to Analysis

Date: August 3 - 4, 2026

Location: University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California

Join us for an immersive two-day workshop exploring the cutting edge of functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) and hyperscanning research. Hosted by NIRx Medical Technologies in collaboration with Dr. Elisa Baek and the University of Southern California, the interactive event features leading fNIRS and hyperscanning experts, including Dr. Hendrik Santosa and Dr. Shannon Burns, and offers hands-on experience with the latest methodologies and analytical strategies. Designed for both newcomers and experienced researchers across disciplines, the workshop provides practical insights to drive meaningful, real-world impact.

Early bird registration closes May 31st, so get your tickets now!

fNIRS Data Analysis Workshop

Date: September 16 - 18, 2026

Location: University of Nebraska Lincoln, Center for Brain, Biology and Behavior (CB3)

Join us for a 3-day fNIRS data analysis workshop for beginners and advanced users aiming to improve their fNIRS Data Analysis skills!

Join us for a workshop focused on functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) data analysis, ideal for both beginners and advanced users aiming to enhance their fNIRS data analysis capabilities. Hosted by Dr. Yingying Wang at University of Nebraska Lincoln.

What you can expect:

• Hands-On Training: Learn how to set up and analyze your own fNIRS data, and learn about how to record fNIRS from participants of varying age ranges and needs.

• Innovative Research Talks: Hear from our team and from our invited guest speakers, Dr. Ingo Helmich, Dr. Yingying Wang, and Dr. Androu Abdalmalak.

• Data Analysis Deep Dives: Explore essential techniques for preprocessing and analyzing your fNIRS data to maximize the impact of your research. Make use of the data analysis open office hours with our experts.

Whether you are new to fNIRS or looking to expand your expertise, this workshop offers a focused blend of practical training and theory!

Registration costs includes breakfast and lunch on Wednesday and Thursday, and breakfast on Friday.

Early bird registration closes July 1st, so get your tickets now!

fNIRS Workshop: From Theory to Hands-on Practice

Date: September 25 - 26, 2026

Location: Department of Psychology (Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin)

Join us for a two-day, in-depth fNIRS workshop designed to take you from foundational concepts to real-world application.

Organized by the Student Network for Neuroscience, PsyFaKo e.V. & FSI Psychology HU Berlin in collaboration with NIRx, this workshop combines theory, experimental design, and extensive hands-on training.

On Day 1, participants will explore the fundamentals of fNIRS, including how it works, how it compares to other neuroimaging modalities, and how to design robust experiments. You’ll also get an overview of NIRx systems and see real study examples. The afternoon is dedicated to practical sessions, where you will work in small groups on setting up experiments, building caps, inserting optodes, and running paradigms such as Stroop tasks and hyperscanning.

Day 2 focuses on data quality and analysis. You’ll learn how to assess fNIRS data, identify common pitfalls, and understand what to look for during piloting and analysis. The workshop will also include a preview of advanced tools such as Satori, along with expert guidance from NIRx support.

This workshop is ideal for researchers, students, and professionals looking to gain practical experience with fNIRS systems and improve the quality of their experimental design and data analysis.

The workshop primarily targets early-career researchers, including students and early-stage PhD candidates. Selection will be based on prior experience, with preference given to those with less experience.

Spaces are limited to ensure a high level of interaction and hands-on experience.

Social Neuroimaging in Action: fNIRS Workshop in Budapest

Date: September 28 - 29, 2026

Location: Eötvös Loránd University Faculty of Education and Psychology

Join Artinis·NIRx and NBT‍ for a two-day, hands-on workshop on functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), taking place on 28–29 September 2026 at Eötvös Loránd University, Faculty of Education and Psychology in Budapest.

This event will bring together researchers from Israel and Central Europe to explore the latest approaches in social neuroimaging.

Participants will gain practical experience with mobile neuroimaging techniques, physiological data integration, and hyperscanning, alongside valuable methodological insights to support their own research.

4th Annual Meeting of the Society for fNIRS Norge

Date: October 30, 2026

Location: University of Bergen, Room 4.41, Christies gate 18, 5007 Bergen, Norway

After the great success of the previous events, get ready for the 4th Annual Meeting of the Society for fNIRS Norge, a one-day event focused on showcasing innovative applications of fNIRS within the Norwegian research community.
This will also mark the occasion for launching a broader Northern European fNIRS community initiative planned for next year.

Beyond presenting your most recent results, you're encouraged to share insights, challenges and opportunities to stimulate feedback, discussion and networking.

The workshop will also be available for online participation.

Join us at the University of Bergen for a full day of innovation and collaboration!

AGENDA
Details of the program and registration will be shared soon!

Contact: Karsten.Specht@uib.no; consulting@nirx.net

fNIRS in Motion: Harnessing Physiology for Better Brain Signals

Date: November 10, 2026

Location: Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences

Hands-on fNIRS workshop covering physiological noise, signal processing, and best practices for physical activity research.

Functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) is increasingly central to research on physical activity and brain health — but collecting clean, interpretable data in dynamic, real-world settings comes with unique challenges. Physiological noise from heart rate, respiration, and movement can obscure the very signals we are trying to measure.

This interactive pre-conference workshop, held ahead of the Nordic Conference on Physical Activity and Brain Health (Stockholm, November 11–12, 2026), is designed for researchers and students who want to move beyond data collection and gain confidence in physiological signal processing for fNIRS.

Through live demonstrations and interactive exercises, participants will explore how systemic physiological signals — including cardiac and respiratory activity — are embedded in fNIRS data, and learn practical strategies to identify, separate, and remove them.

The workshop draws on the combined expertise of fNIRS manufacturers, Artinis and NIRx, covering both hardware considerations and software-based processing pipelines.

What to expect:

• An introduction to fNIRS physiology and the sources of physiological noise

• Demos with fNIRS and devices for physiological recordings from Artinis - NIRx.

• Interactive sessions on physiological data processing and signal cleaning techniques with various software (e.g. Satori, Matlab)

• Interactive discussion on best practices for active and dynamic measurement contexts

• Social event following the workshop, sponsored by Artinis - NIRx!

Whether you are new to fNIRS or looking to sharpen your analytical workflow, this workshop offers practical tools and expert guidance directly relevant to brain health research involving physical activity.