Brain surgery requires an exceptional level of precision. However, during an operation, the brain can shift slightly, causing the tumor to move from the position shown in the medical images taken before surgery. This phenomenon is one of the main challenges faced by neurosurgical teams.

To help overcome this issue, Miguel Hernández University (UMH) is leading the Braindersy project, an innovative technology designed to determine the tumor’s location more accurately while surgery is taking place. The initiative is supported by the Regional Ministry of Industry through Ivace+i Innovation and involves the collaboration of technology institutes and specialized companies.

The system combines a helmet equipped with very low-power microwave antennas, which are completely safe for patients, with a personalized digital model of the brain. Using advanced algorithms, the information collected during the operation is processed within minutes to update the tumor’s position and display it through augmented reality.

With this technology, surgeons will be able to adapt their decisions in near real time, improving the precision of the procedure and helping to enhance patient safety. The project is also supported by European funding through the Feder Comunitat Valenciana 2021–2027 programme, fostering the development of innovative solutions for the medicine of the future.