The 2025 Suisun Neuroscience Summit

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October 8th-12th, 2025

Solano Yacht Club, Suisun City, CA

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Jay Gunkelman, Emeritus QEEG-D

History of the Suisun Neuroscience Workshops and Conferences

In late 2018, an exciting collaboration ignited in the serene landscapes of Suisun, CA, as Jay Gunkelman and Mary Tracy partnered to launch the inaugural Suisun EEG/qEEG Workshop, aptly titled “Back to Basics.” This event attracted a vibrant assembly of enthusiastic neuroscience students and professionals, many of whom had been inspired by Jay himself. They gathered in his charming hometown to immerse themselves in the captivating world of EEG analysis under his expert guidance. 

What began as a singular workshop has blossomed into a celebrated annual tradition known as the “Suisun Summit,” held each year in tribute to Jay’s international presence and expertise in the EEG world. With a dynamic focus on the intricacies of EEG analysis, the interpretation of quantitative EEG (qEEG), and cutting-edge discussions on advances in neurofeedback and neuromodulatory techniques, the Summit has become a must-attend event for any passionate student of neuroscience. In addition, we celebrate Jay’s birthday each year with a catered event that raises thousands of dollars to support student research in EEG and qEEG. Join us as we continue to explore and expand the frontiers of brain science at this inspiring gathering!

Opening Keynote Speaker

Overview

My presentation will be focused on the cutting-edge research and clinical results demonstrating neurofeedback’s powerful role in managing Parkinson’s symptoms.

I have the privilege of discussing:

  • Strategies to address freezing of gait and improve balance
  • Research-backed techniques for reducing cognitive decline, apathy and other non-motor symptoms
  • How biofeedback empowers individuals to regain control over their daily lives

As a clinician dedicated to advancing solutions for Parkinson’s, it was inspiring to share practical insights and highlight the decades of research supporting this innovative approach.

Lisa Tatayrn, MSc

Keynote Speaker:

“Biofeedback and Neurofeedback  for Parkinson’s-Related Symptoms”

Lisa Tatayrn, MSc

Clinical Neuroscientist and Neurofeedback Specialist, Director SMARTPD Program

Leigh Steinberg

Closing Keynote Speaker:

Leigh Steinberg, AKA “Jerry McGuire”

Closing Keynote Speaker

Overview

Leigh Steinberg, premier sports agent, entrepreneur, and Chairman and founder of Steinberg Sports and Entertainment, is best known for his work building athletes into stand-alone brands. Often credited as the real-life inspiration for the Oscar winning film Jerry Maguire, Leigh has represented some of the most successful athletes and coaches across football, basketball, baseball, hockey, boxing, golf, and more.

Leigh’s passion for improving athlete health and safety has led him to host annual Brain Health Summits, uniting athletes, medical experts, and researchers to address traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Leigh will expand his knowledge and expertise of sports heath and safety by sharing his personal journey with us along clinical lines.

We Welcome Our International Colleagues!

Silvana Markovska-Simoska

NON-EPILEPTIFORM DISCHARGES IN CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER

Silvana Markovska-Simoska, Macedonia

Non-epileptiform discharges (NEDs) in EEG studies of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) represent a significant area of research, appearing in approximately 30-60% of children with ASD and highlighting atypical neural activity without overt seizures. These discharges, including slow waves and asymmetries in background rhythms, are often associated with altered neural connectivity and may correlate with the severity of ASD symptoms…

Silvana Markovska-Simoska

A MULTIDIMENSIONAL APPROACH FOR EPILEPSY: NEUROFEEDBACK IN A RELATIONAL FRAME

Lisa Bortolotto, Italy

Epilepsy, a prevalent and complex neurological disorder, presents significant challenges in diagnosis, treatment, and adaptation for both individuals and their families. This presentation explores an assessment approach incorporating physiological, objective, subjective, and relational indexes…

Silvana Markovska-Simoska

NEUROINFLAMMATION AND BRAIN HEALTH

Santiago Brand, Singapore

This presentation will focus on some of the variables that can generate neuroinflammation and how integrative interventions, like photobiomodulation (PBM) and neurofeedback can reduce neuroinflammation and improve brain health.

Silvana Markovska-Simoska

Z-SCORE NEUROFEEDBACK AS AN INTERVENTION FOR PERSISTENT POST-CONCUSSION SYMPTOMS: EFFECTS ON NEUROMETABOLIC AND COGNITIVE OUTCOMES

Andre Avila, Australia

Up to 50% of mild traumatic brain injury cases experience persistent postconcussion symptoms (PPCS), frequently involving cognitive dysfunction. Emerging research indicates altered neurometabolism underlies PPCS. Neurofeedback has recently been shown to improve neurometabolic markers in depression, highlighting its potential in PPCS treatment.

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Speaker’s Line-Up

(Stay tuned for updated pics and abstracts as we complete our program!)

Donna Sansone

Introduction to International QEEG Board Certification

Jay Gattis and Kabran Chapek

Concussion Rescue

Isabella Harvison & Jay Gunkelman

My personal journey with epilepsy

Jay Gunkelman

Cross-frequency coupling and consciousness

Santiago Brand

Neuroinflammation and Brain Health

Lisa Tataryn

AI Development of NFB Protocols

Shari Johannson

Epilepsy case study

Tiff Thompson and Nick Dogris

Current advances in stim technology

Andre Avila

Z-Score NFB as an intervention in post-concussive symptoms

Lisa Bortolotto

A multidimensional approach for epilepsy

Silvana Markova Simoska

Non-epileptiform discharges in children with autism spectrum disorder

Debra McClendon

The power of integrating multiple modalities in the treatment of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and concussions.

Hotel
Accommodations

Hampton Inn & Suites Suisun City Waterfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Suisun City Waterfront

2 Harbor Ctr, Suisun City, CA, US

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Suisun City, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Suisun City, an IHG Hotel

355 Civic Center Blvd, Suisun City, CA 94585 US

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Travel Information

Solano Yacht Club, Suisun City, CA

Solano Yacht Club

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Directions from Hampton Inn & Suites Suisun City Waterfront to Solano Yacht Club in Suisun City, CA:

  1. Exit the hotel and turn left onto Lotz Way.
  2. Turn left onto Main Street (heading west).
  3. Continue on Main Street for about 0.2 miles (2 blocks).
  4. Turn right onto Solano Street.
  5. The Solano Yacht Club will be on your left in about 400 feet.

It’s just a short 3-minute walk (or a 1-minute drive)—very convenient!

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Directions from Holiday Inn Express & Suites Suisun City to Solano Yacht Club in Suisun City, CA:

  1. Exit the hotel and turn right onto Civic Center Blvd.
  2. Turn left onto Driftwood Drive and continue for about 0.1 miles.
  3. Turn left onto Main Street (heading west).
  4. Continue on Main Street for about 0.3 miles (3 blocks).
  5. Turn right onto Solano Street.
  6. The Solano Yacht Club will be on your left in about 400 feet.

It’s just a short 3-minute walk (or a 1-minute drive)—very convenient!

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