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Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · Aug 1

🚨 #FENS2026 NEW DATES 🚨

First, Formula 1 sent us from Madrid to #Barcelona. Now the Tour de France Grand Départ has us switching gears again—we're updating our dates to 6-10 July 2026! 🗓️

Find out more 👉: https://loom.ly/zMkMKcA

🔔 Stay tuned!

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Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 12h

What can you expect?
🔬 Tailored interactive sessions
🤝 A community of peers to share experiences and ideas
👥 Small-group sessions limited to 20 participants

#FENS #Leadership #AcademicTraining #Neuroscience

Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 12h

This six-week online course is designed to strengthen your leadership, communication and lab management skills with support from expert coaches and FENS Kavli Scholars. 🧠

Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 12h

🔔 Last day to apply!

Don’t miss your chance to join the #FKNE Online Training Series for New PIs in Europe!

🗓️ Deadline: 15 October 2025
Apply now 👉 https://loom.ly/TB-ddHs

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Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 14h

🗓️ 15 October 2025 13:45 - 16:15 | Coordination & Support Action BrainHealth Final Conference. Within this session, don’t miss 'Panel 1: Structuring the Brain Health Ecosystem' (14:15 - 14:45) with Tomás Ryan, Chair of FENS Advocacy Committee.

👉 Find out more here:

Discover FENS at the 5th edition of the Brain Innovation Days

15 – 16 October 2025, the 5th edition of the Brain Innovation Days will take place in Brussels, Belgium. This event is an initiative led by the European Brain Council. Over two days…

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Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 14h

🗓️ 15 October 2025, 12:00 - 12:20 | Why Representation Matters in Brain Health & Brain Research with Francesca Cirulli, past FENS Treasurer and past Chair of @network-alba.bsky.social, and Aikaterini Fotopoulou, winner of the ALBA-FKNE Diversity Prize 2025.

Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 14h

🇧🇪 The 5th edition of the Brain Innovation Days is taking place 15–16 October 2025 in Brussels, Belgium, an initiative led by the European Brain Council!

Here’s where you can catch #FENS during the event.👇

Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 17h

💭 Want to learn more about the #ExchangeFellowship and the benefits it could have for your career?

🎙️ Listen to our #FENSVoices podcast episode to hear from three researchers who have lived the experience firsthand!

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FENS Voices | Podcast Episode: All about the Exchange Fellowships Programme

Have you ever dreamed of going abroad to conduct neuroscience research? Do you feel like working in a lab in a foreign country would be exactly the boost that your career needs? Well then…

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Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 17h

💶 Grant amount: Up to EUR 4000
🎓 Eligibility: Master's/PhD students or early postdocs based in Europe
⏳ Duration: 4 weeks - 4 months
🌍 Cross-border exchanges only

Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 17h

💭 Are you interested in expanding your #NeuroscienceCareer beyond borders?

Today is the last day to apply for the #FENS / #IBRO–PERC #ExchangeFellowships, offering hands-on training in leading European labs. 🧠

🗓️ Deadline: 15 October 2025
👉 https://loom.ly/DhYSWlQ

@ibroorg.bsky.social

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Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 1d

🧠 For the 2026 edition, we’re looking for creative, cross-disciplinary projects that highlight the importance of #Neuroscience research and spark public curiosity about #BrainScience.

#BAW #BrainResearch

Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 1d

🔔 Apply for the #BrainAwarenessWeek 2026 Grants!

💭 Are you organising a #BrainAwarenessWeek event in Europe?
There’s still time to apply for financial support of up to EUR 1,000 offered by #FENS in collaboration with the @danafoundation.bsky.social.

🗓️ 15 Oct 2025
👉 https://loom.ly/kwUsyd8

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Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 1d

🧠 Join us in promoting the #FENSForum, gain hands-on experience in event communication, and expand your professional network in the neuroscience community.

Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 1d

🚨 Call for #FENS2026 Social Media Ambassadors!

💭 Are you passionate about #neuroscience and social media?
Then you could be one of our #FENS2026 Social Ambassadors!

🗓️ Deadline: 14 November 2025
👉 https://loom.ly/lsOt59E

#FENS #BrainResearch #NeuroscienceConference #ScienceCommunication

Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 1d

And join the ALBA Session and Award Ceremony today👇
 🗓️ 13 October 2025, 13:55–14:40

#ResearchExcellence #Neuroscience #BrainResearch

Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 1d

Don't miss the chance to meet @ejneuroscience.bsky.social Senior Editor Antoine Adamantidis at the FENS booth! 👇
🗓️ 13 October 2025, 12:40 - 13:55 
🗓️ 14 October 2025, 10:00 - 12:20

Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 1d

Come to the #FENS booth (3.113) and the ALBA booth (3.112) to learn more about different initiatives and opportunities for #neuroscientists! 👥

Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 1d

🇳🇱 Exciting days at #ECNP2025!

🧠 #FENS and @network-alba.bsky.social are currently at the 38th @ecnp.eu Congress, and the first few days have been full of wonderful discussions and interesting meetings!

👉 https://loom.ly/mCYYT7E

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Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 4d

🚨 Exciting news for future #FENS2026 sponsors!

The Sponsorship Prospectus for the upcoming #FENSForum in #Barcelona is available. 🇪🇸

👉 Explore your opportunities here: https://loom.ly/Dnocqb0

#FENS #BrainResearch #NeuroscienceConference

Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 5d

Areas of interest include:
🔹 The neuronal basis of MMN
🔹 Predictive processing in sensory and cognitive systems
🔹 Developmental changes, clinical applications, and more!

Shape the future of MMN research. 🧠

#FENS #Neuroscience #BrainResearch #CallForPapers

Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 5d

🌟 Deadline Extended!

✍️ You now have more time! The deadline for contributing to @ejneuroscience.bsky.social's special issue on 'The Neuronal Basis of Mismatch Negativity (MMN) and Its Clinical Applications' has been extended.

🗓️ 1 December 2025
👉 https://loom.ly/63HXza4

Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 5d

🔬 This selection highlights the creativity, expertise, and scientific contributions of the Spanish #neuroscience community!

#FENS #BrainResearch

Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 5d

🗞️ New @ejneuroscience.bsky.social Virtual Issue!

Marking the 20th Meeting of the Spanish Society of Neuroscience, held 3–5 September, #EJN proudly presents this virtual issue, showcasing recent studies by researchers from Spain. 🇪🇸

👉 https://loom.ly/GLwDeKk

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Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 6d

Her groundbreaking research is transforming our understanding of women’s health by uncovering the molecular mechanisms behind hormone-responsive systems.

Meet all the #FENS2026 speakers 👉

FENS 2026 Speakers - International Neuroscience Conference

Confirmed speakers for the FENS Forum 2026 in Barcelona. The international neuroscience conference exploring all domains in brain research.

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Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 6d

🌸 Holly Ingraham | Plenary Speaker

On 9 July at #FENS2026, Prof. Holly Ingraham (UCSF) will explore how sex #hormones shape the brain and body across the female lifespan, a crucial yet long-overlooked area in #neuroscience.

Federation of European Neuroscience Societies - FENS @fens.org · 7d

This prestigious award recognises neuroscientists who advance #BrainResearch while championing diversity and equal opportunities in science. It also seeks to bring forward voices from countries underrepresented in #neuroscience conferences and publications. 🌐

#FENS #ResearchExcellence