Chairman's Message

Dear Colleagues, Distinguished Guests, and Partners,   

It is my distinct honor and great pleasure to announce the 16th Mind-Body Interface International Symposium and 2026 ISNPR Regional Meeting, to be held in the vibrant city of Taichung on November 14–16, 2026. Organized by the Mind-Body Interface Research Center (MBI Lab & Care) at China Medical University Hospital, we are proud to continue our longstanding partnership with the International Society for Nutritional Psychiatry Research (ISNPR) and the Taiwanese Society for Nutritional Psychiatry Research (TSNPR).

Building upon our legacy of excellence, this year’s theme—“Transforming Mind-Body Medicine: From Lab to Life: AI, Neuromodulation, and Lifestyle Medicine”—marks a pivotal shift from theoretical discovery to actionable breakthroughs. In the rapidly evolving landscape of the 2020s, the integration of Artificial Intelligence and digital innovation has redefined the boundaries of healthcare. Our mission for this symposium is to bridge the gap “From Lab to Life,” accelerating the journey of translational neuroscience into the hands of those who need it most.

This year, we explore the cutting edge of Digital Intelligence as a catalyst for precision. We will delve into how Clinician-in-the-Loop AI platforms are revolutionizing interventions and how digital biomarkers are enabling objective, home-based health monitoring. From the neuro-circuitry of adolescents to the neurocognitive resilience of the elderly, we are showcasing scalable solutions that bring high-tech care into daily life.

The 16th MBI Symposium remains the premier interdisciplinary stage for Translational Neuroscience. Our program features a comprehensive fusion of:

• Precision Lifestyle Medicine: Integrating the latest evidence in Nutritional Psychiatry and Precision Exercise to treat and prevent brain disorders.
• Advanced Neuromodulation: Exploring the next generation of non-invasive brain stimulation guided by real-time neuroimaging.
• Bio-Psycho-Immunology: Unraveling the molecular secrets of the gut-brain-microbe axis and metabolic processes.
• Industry & Policy Innovation: Highlighting the pathways for Patent Strategy, Intellectual Property (IP) development, and Academic-Industry Collaboration to turn scientific excellence into sustainable health technologies.

We cordially invite biomedical researchers, clinicians, technology innovators, and policymakers to join this inspiring dialogue. For our governmental and industry partners, this symposium offers a unique window into the future of Precision Wellbeing and a platform to foster strategic alliances that will shape the healthcare economy.

Experience the world-renowned hospitality of Taichung and join us in this transformative journey. Let us work together to harness Digital Intelligence, ensuring that every breakthrough in the lab leads to a better life for all.

We look forward to welcoming you to Taichung in 2026!

Sincerely yours,

Kuan-Pin Su, M.D., Ph.D.

Chairman, 16th MBI International Symposium Director, Mind-Body Interface Research Center (MBI-Lab & Care), China Medical University Hospital, Taiwan