Get ready for a revolutionary twist in the world of technology and healthcare! Dr. Jamil El-Imad, a trailblazer in digital therapeutics and neurotechnology, will be sending his AI-powered digital twin, affectionately known as AI Jay, to take centre stage at the Arab Youth Technology Fellowship in Abu Dhabi on October 7, 2025. This cutting-edge digital avatar will deliver the keynote address titled “Shining the Light on Software as a Therapy: The Mental Health Revolution We Are Ignoring,” and yes, you can talk to him!
Due to an unexpected family medical situation, Dr. El-Imad won’t be able to join in person. But fear not! He’s utilising state-of-the-art AI and virtual reality technologies to ensure his wisdom is still front and centre. AI Jay has been meticulously crafted from decades of Dr. El-Imad’s research, insights, and even his voice—and can converse in over 50 languages, including Arabic and English, as well as Chinese, most European languages, Japanese, Korean, and more—enabling inclusive, real-time dialogue with a truly global audience. AI Jay is not just a digital copy but an engaging conversationalist who can answer your burning questions.
Widely recognised as a global leading voice in neurotechnology, brain–computer interfaces, virtual reality, digital therapeutics and systems design, Dr. El-Imad is a serial inventor, futurist and thought leader. A visiting research fellow at Imperial College London, he has published extensively, filed multiple patents, and founded several ventures at the intersection of healthcare and technology. His mission has consistently been to democratise mental healthcare through accessible, scalable, and personalised solutions—a vision that is brought to life with the debut of AI Jay at the Arab Youth Technology Fellowship.
The keynote will shine a spotlight on the incredible potential of digital therapeutics and neurotechnology in tackling the global mental health crisis. Expect lively discussions on personalised, scalable, and safe healthcare solutions like virtual reality, brain–computer interfaces, and artificial intelligence—all designed to democratise mental health care and ignite the imagination of the next generation of innovators.
After the keynote, AI Jay will dive into a live, AI-moderated Q&A session, where attendees can interact directly with him. Ask your questions, seek advice, or just see how well the digital twin can hold a conversation! It’s a unique opportunity to engage with technology that extends Dr. El-Imad’s expertise beyond physical boundaries.
Dr. El-Imad’s innovative approach exemplifies the exciting convergence of AI and healthcare, showing how digital twins can serve as accessible experts—providing personalised guidance, answering questions, and offering support remotely, all while healthcare professionals oversee these interactions.
The Arab Youth Technology Fellowship event promises to inspire young entrepreneurs and innovators with groundbreaking technologies that are set to change the face of health and wellbeing around the globe.
