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Author: Prof. Robert Peter Biney & Dr. Thomas Amatey Tagoe Affiliations: Department of Pharmacotherapeutics and Pharmacy Practice, University of Cape Coast, Ghana; Department of Physiology, University of Ghana, Ghana Key themes: • Neuroscience development in Ghana • Early foundations in physiology and neurosurgery • Research on stress, neurotoxicity and disease • Capacity building and internation…

The Lundbeck Foundation’s Neurotorium has launched its Clinical Education Grants call, supporting nonprofit educational projects for health care professionals in psychiatry and neurology. Grants of up to 100,000 DKK (approximately $15,000 USD) per year (for up to three years) are available for initiatives that strengthen clinical competencies in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of neurolo…

IBRO is excited to announce the awardees of the IBRO 2026 Collaborative Research Grants! These grants are designed to support the collaborative efforts of selected emerging research groups, covering various associated costs, including travel, accommodation, subsistence, and other direct collaboration expenses. This year, IBRO received 74 applications worldwide. Following a rigorous evaluation pro…

In this interview, we speak with Hilda Lomeli, corresponding author of the volume 587 Neuroscience cover-winning article ‘The Smarce1 subunit of the BAF complex performs distinct, stage-specific functions during zebrafish retinal development’. Following an initial internal selection that shortlisted four finalists, the winning cover was chosen through a public vote on social media. The image […] …

Author: Professor Áine Kelly Affiliations: Trinity College Dublin, Ireland Key themes: • History of neuroscience in Ireland • National scientific contribution • Research diversity • Academic legacy and mentorship • Global scientific impact Reflection #15 Though neuroscience may be a relatively modern discipline, Ireland has a long and distinguished history as a contributor to humanity’s […] The p…

At the International Brain Research Organization (IBRO), we are recruiting a Head of Advancement to lead our global fundraising and partnership strategy. Based in Brussels, this role will focus on securing donor funding, sponsorships and strategic partnerships to support our mission of advancing neuroscience worldwide. The selected candidate will also oversee the development of funding […] The po…

The International Brain Bee (IBB) will host its 2026 NextGen program at the FENS Forum 2026 in Barcelona from July 6–10, 2026. Designed for top performers from the IBB World Championship, the highly selective program provides participants with direct access to the global neuroscience community. Through conference participation, engagement with leading researchers, and visits to […] The post IBB N…

Are you a neuroscience researcher with a PhD or equivalent industry experience? Neuromatch is seeking volunteer Professional Development Mentors for its July 2026 online summer courses in Computational Neuroscience, Deep Learning, and NeuroAI. The commitment is just three hours in total (three one-hour sessions), all delivered online. Mentors will share their career journeys with early-career […]…

Early-career MRI researchers based in the Global South are invited to apply for the Global Scholars Program, an initiative led by the Oxford University Centre for Integrative Neuroimaging (OxCIN). The program aims to strengthen international collaboration and support the development of emerging talent in neuroimaging. Each year, between two and five researchers are selected to […] The post Applic…

Author: Dr. Roustem Khazipov; Dr. Pavel Balaban Affiliations: Inmed (INSERM UMR1249), Aix-Marseille University, France; Kazan Federal University, Russia; Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia Key themes: • Neuroscience journal founding • International collaboration • Scientific networks evolution • Research continuity • Cross-border cooperation Reflection #14 The founding of the Neuroscience journa…

A plant compound found in yams, chickpeas and lentils could provide protection against seizures in epileptics, new research published in Neuroscience has found. Some sufferers of epilepsy drink alcohol as a coping mechanism, but this can exacerbate seizures, making them more frequent and severe. However, plant compound diosgenin, a steroid-like molecule found in some foods, […] The post Could eve…

Missed the abstract submission deadline for the FENS Forum 2026? You still have another opportunity! Late-breaking abstract submissions will be open from 15 April to 27 April, giving you a chance to submit your work. Join the Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS) at Europe’s largest neuroscience meeting, taking place 6–10 July in Barcelona. Stay […] The post Submit now your late-br…

Nominations are now open for the Society for Neuroscience (SfN) 2026 Named Awards and Prizes. These prestigious awards recognize outstanding contributions to neuroscience research, education, outreach, mentoring, and leadership across career stages and disciplines. SfN’s Named Awards celebrate scientists whose discoveries advance our understanding of the brain, as well as individuals whose dedica…

The 29th Annual Meeting of the Korean Society for Brain and Neural Sciences (KSBNS) will take place at the Daejeon Convention Center in Daejeon, a leading hub of science and innovation in Korea, from September 6–8, 2026. The event is organized by KSBNS and welcomes neuroscientists, clinicians, and students from around the world. The meeting […] The post Join the 29th KSBNS annual meeting in Daeje…

Three leading societies – the Australasian Neuroscience Society (ANS), Biological Psychiatry Australia (BPA), and the Australasian Cognitive Neuroscience Society (ACNS) – have joined forces to co-host the 2026 Australasian Neuroscience Alliance Conference (#NeuroAlliance2026). The conference will take place at the Hilton in Sydney from November 29 to December 2, 2026. This year’s program features…

As preparations for the IBRO 2027 World Congress gather pace, we are pleased to introduce the members of the Regional Host Committee (RHC) led by the Southern African Neuroscience Society (SANS). The RHC will play a key role in supporting the organization of the congress. With a strong presence in Cape Town, the committee will […] The post Introducing the Regional Host Committee for the IBRO 2027…

Author: Dr. Sarah Spencer Affiliations: School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 3083 Key themes: • Global contribution to neuroscience • Scientific impact and ranking • Historical perspective in research • Innovation in neuroscience methods • Ongoing research excellence Reflection #13 Australia has a 60,000-year scientific history, with the world…

IBRO Neuroscience Reports turns 10: a decade of open and global research Posted on 7 April 2026 Posted on 7 April 2026

Institute of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Addiction survey Posted on 7 April 2026 Our member, the Institute of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Addiction, wants your input! 🧠 Share your insights to help shape its 2026 Research Priority Plan and with it the future of neurosciences, mental health and addiction research in Canada. The survey will remain open until 18 May 2026 – take it today!

Meet IBRO at the 19th Annual Canadian Neuroscience Meeting Posted on 7 April 2026 IBRO is heading to Montreal, Canada for the 19th Annual Canadian Neuroscience Meeting! Whether you’re looking for funding, seeking the right home for your next manuscript, or wanting to join a global conversation on mental health research, we have something for you. There are four ways to connect with us: Visit IBRO…