British Neuroscience Association

02/03/2026

📢 Submissions are now open for BNA2027

The British Neuroscience Association invites the global neuroscience community to submit proposals for symposia and workshops at the International Festival of Neuroscience (BNA2027), taking place in Belfast, 25–28 April 2027.

BNA2027 will bring together researchers, clinicians, industry partners, policy-makers and funders to shape the future of neuroscience.

✔ Showcase cutting-edge research or expertise
✔ Support Early Career Researchers
✔ Contribute to a diverse, inclusive international programme

🔗https://www.bna.org.uk/events/bna2027-international-festival-of-neuroscience/session-submission-guidelines-bna2027.html

09/02/2026

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On International Epilepsy Day, the BNA is committing to raise awareness of epilepsy and support understanding of the science behind disorders.

To mark Purple Day (26 March), alongside Campden Instruments we’ll be hosting a free, one-hour webinar exploring how advances in living brain slice research are transforming epilepsy research and informing future therapies.

🧠 Inside the Epileptic Brain: What Living Brain Slices Are Revealing About Seizures
🔗 Register here: https://www.bna.org.uk/events/ems-event-calendar/inside-the-epileptic-brain-what-living-brain-slices-are-revealing-about-seizures.html

06/02/2026

Remembering Professor Annette Dolphin (1951–2026)

Professor Dolphin was a leader, mentor, and inspiration to the neuroscience community. From her research in neuropharmacology to her dedication to the BNA, she enriched the lives of colleagues and friends alike.

https://www.bna.org.uk/resource/annette-dolphin-1951-2026.html

This event brings together researchers, industry professionals, and policy stakeholders to explore how credibility is defined, demonstrated, and upheld across the diverse landscape of neuroscience research.

23/01/2026

Neurophysiology can feel like one of the toughest parts of neuroscience, but it doesn’t have to be.


Join Dr Paul Hubbard (Newcastle University Medical School) for a focused training session introducing the core principles of neurophysiology in the brain and spinal cord.

This session is designed for neuroscience students and early-career practitioners looking to better understand how neurones and glia communicate, and how changes in brain physiology lead to disease.

You’ll explore:
• Core neurophysiological principles
• Neuronal communication and synaptic function
• Application to clinical conditions, including motor neurone disease and Guillain-Barré syndrome

📅 26 February 2026 | 🕑 2–5 pm (Online)

Certificate of attendance included.
Register here: https://www.bna.org.uk/events/ems-event-calendar/introduction-to-neurophysiology.html

12/01/2026

With abstract submission deadlines approaching for and the BNA Members’ Meeting, we’ve put together a guide to help you submit a strong abstract.
Dr Dayne Beccano-Kelly, BNA Meetings Trustee and experienced reviewer, also shares his top tips.
Learn why submitting an matters, how to maximise your chances of selection, and how to showcase your research to the neuroscience community.

Read the guide here:
https://www.bna.org.uk/resource/submitting-an-abstract.html

Share your work, get feedback, and boost your neuroscience career

07/01/2026

Did you know? Membership of the BNA includes free membership of the Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS).

📅 If you’re registering for or presenting a poster, make sure you’ve requested your FENS ID from us before 20th January to access reduced registration rates.

Not yet a BNA member? Join today to save on hashtag .

https://www.bna.org.uk/about-us/our-partnerships/international-partners.html

22/12/2025

As 2025 draws to a close, we’d like to thank our members and wider community for another inspiring year of connection and collaboration. Through the BNA, we’ve seen new partnerships form, ideas shared, and the neuroscience community grow stronger together.

Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Lohri, Lunar New Year, or simply taking time to rest, we wish you a peaceful and restorative festive season and a successful 2026. We look forward to reconnecting in the new year.

03/12/2025

The BNA is delighted to partner with UK Gut-Immune-Brain Axis Network+ to highlight this excellent opportunity for our community. This upcoming event explores the fascinating intersection of food and brain health - an area of growing importance in neuroscience, public health, and everyday wellbeing.

A great chance to hear from experts, connect with colleagues, and deepen understanding of how what we eat shapes how our brains function.

How does your Christmas Dinner shape your gut, brain and immunity? 🎄🍽️

Join us for Feast for Thought – a festive deep dive for all with short talks and questions on food & health!

📅 11th Dec, 7pm-8pm
🎟️ Book now: https://feast-for-thought.eventbrite.com

01/12/2025

Ready to showcase your neuroscience research? Submit your abstract for the BNA Members’ Meeting 2026 by 10 February and join a community driving the future of neuroscience. Posters, rapid-fire talks, and research communications. Your ideas matter!

Submit your abstract here: https://www.bna.org.uk/events/ems-event-calendar/bna-members-meeting-2026.html

24/11/2025

Thinking about moving beyond academia? or switching sectors entirely? This session brings together researchers who’ve successfully transitioned between academia and industry to share what they wish they’d known earlier.
You’ll learn how to:
• Identify and map your transferable skills
• Set realistic short- and long-term career goals
• Explore new sectors or roles with confidence
• Access practical resources for ongoing development
Featuring speakers from: University of Cambridge, Alzheimer’s Research UK, UCL, DeepMirror & ODDI.
📅 2 December | ⏰ 12–1pm
🔗 Find out more via the BNA Events link in our bio.
 

14/11/2025

The British Neuroscience Association is delighted to announce that Professor Sarah Tabrizi, MD PhD FMedSci FRS , Director of the UCL Huntington's Disease Centre, has won the Outstanding Contribution to Neuroscience Award for 2025.

Her pioneering research has delivered unprecedented hope to those affected by ’s disease. The BNA extends its warmest congratulations to Professor Tabrizi on this exceptional achievement.

Read more about Professor Tabrizi’s work and the award here.

https://www.bna.org.uk/resource/professor-sarah-tabrizi-wins-the-outstanding-contribution-to-neuroscience-award.html

Professor Tabrizi will deliver her Prize Lecture at the BNA Festive Symposium, taking place on 9th December 2025 at Canary Wharf, London. Ticks are available here: https://www.bna.org.uk/events/festive-symposium-2025/programme.html

10/11/2025

Curious about how research culture really works behind the scenes? Join us on 26th Nov for a thought-provoking REPAIR Project session diving into the structural inequalities that shape who gets funding, recognition, and opportunities in academia.
💡 Expect a research-driven conversation unpacking real barriers early-career researchers face, from eligibility criteria and review transparency to the impact of caring responsibilities and career breaks.

We’ll break down what fairness should look like, and why equity, intersectionality, and inclusivity matter more than ever.
You’ll also hear from an expert panel sharing practical steps toward building research environments that genuinely support diverse talent across neuroscience.

Register here: https://www.bna.org.uk/events/ems-event-calendar/structural-inequalities-in-research-funding-and-recognition.html?_gl=1*1rvi5kj*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTAwOTM3MTI4Ny4xNzYyNTIzNDg2*_ga_R4TP3JVC8V*czE3NjI1MjM0ODYkbzEkZzEkdDE3NjI1MjM2ODckajU3JGwwJGgw