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Get Ready for the 2026 BRAIN Initiative Conference!
The conference is almost here. Download the conference app, review the Know Before You Go page, and access the Poster Abstract Book to plan your experience and make the most of your time onsite.
The 11th BRAIN Conference convenes grant awardees, staff, leadership from the BRAIN Initiative’s federal and non-federal partners, and anyone interested in neuroscience and BRAIN Initiative-funded research. Conference participants will discuss the latest scientific developments and exciting research priorities for technology-driven innovation in neuroscience. This biennial event provides a forum for collaboration, discussion, and coordination across the BRAIN Initiative community.
Why Attend?
The BRAIN Initiative Conference fosters connections with the BRAIN community and provides opportunities to share and receive information about the impact of BRAIN-funded research.
Who Should Attend?
- Federally funded and non-federally funded BRAIN Initiative investigators and trainees
- Non-federal organizations and groups with missions that align with that of the U.S. BRAIN Initiative
- Scientists, researchers, trainees, and clinicians interested in the BRAIN Initiative
- Federal staff
- Members of Congress
- Patient and advocacy groups
- Media
- Anyone interested in neuroscience or BRAIN-funded research
Networking
You’ll have several opportunities to make the most out of this year’s conference by engaging with poster presenters, speakers, and interacting with peers at the Early Career Networking Event.
Tuesday, August 11, 5:00 - 8:00 PM Eastern Time, Optional Networking Event:
The Early Career Networking Event is an opportunity for trainees and early-career investigators to socialize and network with one another and the BRAIN Initiative staff.
Plenary Speakers
Human Brain Dynamics in Naturalistic Environments: From Intracranial and Wearable Neurotechnology to Closed-Loop Therapy
Nanthia Suthana, Ph.D., Duke University
Neural Mechanisms of Natural Spatial Behavior in Freely Flying Bats
Michael Yartsev, Ph.D., University of California, Berkeley
Thank you to the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH) for their contribution and support for this year’s BRAIN Initiative Conference
Sign language interpreting services are available upon request. Individuals who need interpreting services and/or other reasonable accommodations to participate in this event should contact BRAINConference@ninds.nih.gov. Requests should be made five days in advance of the event.
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Program inquiries: BRAINConference@ninds.nih.gov
Logistics and attendee support inquiries: BRAINConference@rippleeffect.com