#FENS Leadership in Action! 🧠
The FENS Executive Committee gathered in Copenhagen this week for dynamic discussions on strategic planning, impact and how best to serve the neuroscience community! 🇩🇰
👉 Discover more about FENS leadership here: buff.ly/rhl2daq
🌟 Perspectives from #neuroscientists across networks such as #FENS, FKNE, @network-alba.bsky.social and IBRO further highlight diverse experiences of mentorship and its impact.
📚 New article from #EJN - The European Journal of Neuroscience | Open to all for 90 days!
🔬 Emma Yhnell and Dorothy Tse discuss how mentoring supports career development, builds a sense of belonging and helps navigate challenges in academia.
💭 Want to learn more?
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🎨 Art and Science submissions are NOW OPEN!
🧠 Are you using art to communicate neuroscience? Share your project and take part in an initiative that connects science and society.
🇪🇸 Selected projects will be featured in a poster at #FENS2026.
🗓️ Deadline: 15 May 2026
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🚨 Late-Breaking Abstract Submissions are NOW OPEN! 🧠 Have new results you are ready to share? This is your opportunity to present your latest research and findings at Europe’s largest neuroscience meeting and to be part of the conversations shaping the future of the field. 🇪🇸 Join us at #FENS2026 on 6–10 July in Barcelona to connect with leading experts, exchange ideas and showcase your work to an international audience of neuroscientists! 👉 Learn more and submit your late-breaking abstract here: https://fensforum.org/fens-forum-2026-late-breaking-abstract-submission/
🚨 Late-Breaking Abstract Submissions are NOW OPEN!
🧠 Have new results you are ready to share? This is your opportunity to present your latest research and findings at Europe’s largest neuroscience meeting and to be part of the conversations shaping the future of the field.
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🌍️ The results will be discussed at the "Differences Spark Innovation" hybrid event on 24 April 2026!
🔗 Register here: buff.ly/6pwNXdJ
🤝 The results show that supportive institutions can boost both mental health and productivity, with differences in experiences between regions and identities.
🌟 This study offers actionable steps to create more inclusive research environments.
@network-alba.bsky.social @ibrojournals.bsky.social
🧠 New #ALBA study!
🌐 ALBA’s Gender & Sexual Diversity Working Group surveyed over 400 LGBTQIA+ individuals who study or work in neuroscience.
🔗 Learn about the survey: buff.ly/qLfHHS0
👉️ Read the published results: buff.ly/xqeZltz
🎧 Curious about how the #ExchangeFellowship can support your career development? 🎙️ In this episode of the #FENSVoices podcast, three researchers share their experiences and insights from the programme. 🔗 buff.ly/ma8Nedq
💶 Funding of up to EUR 4,000
🎓 For master’s students / PhD students / early-career postdocs based in Europe
⏳ From 4 weeks to 4 months
🔁 Only cross-border exchanges
🌟 Final reminder to apply for the #FENS / #IBRO–PERC Exchange Fellowships!
🧠 This programme allows you to gain laboratory experience in another country by offering funds for short-term research visits within Europe.
🗓️ Deadline: 15 April 2026
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@ibroorg.bsky.social
🧠 Missed the abstract submission deadline for #FENS2026? You’ve still got a chance! Late-breaking abstract submissions will be open from 15-27 April, giving you the opportunity to present your latest findings at Europe’s largest neuroscience meeting. 🌟 📍 Join us at #FENSForum 2026, taking place 6–10 July in #Barcelona 🇪🇸 👉 Find more information and get ready to submit your abstract here: https://buff.ly/fi1Kcbl
🧠 Missed the abstract submission deadline for #FENS2026? You’ve still got a chance!
Late-breaking abstract submissions will be open from 15-27 April, giving you the opportunity to present your latest findings at Europe’s largest neuroscience meeting. 🌟
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Early registration for the Brain Conference on 'Neural Foundations of Communication' is open until 20 April 2026!
🗓️ 5 - 8 October 2026
📍 Crete, Greece
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@brainprize.org
🌟 #FENS Open Calls! 🌟
Looking to advance in your career journey? FENS is here for you! Check out our open calls to stay up to date on opportunities in #neuroscience!
👇️ Start swiping to see more opportunities!
🔗 See the full list here: buff.ly/vfFrVEP
🚨 3 DAYS left to apply for travel support to #FALAN2026!
✈️ #FENS #TravelGrants are open for the FALAN meeting, taking place in Santiago, Chile from 31 August – 3 September 2026.
💶 Receive up to EUR 1,240 plus a waived registration fee.
🗓️ Deadline: 13 April 2026
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🚴♂️ Since Barcelona will host the Grand Départ of the Tour de France 2026 on 4–5 July, accommodation across the city is expected to fill up quickly, so it’s a good idea to book early.
Start planning now and get ready for an exciting #FENSForum in Barcelona! 🇪🇸
🏨 Planning your trip to #FENS2026 in #Barcelona? Now is the perfect time to secure your stay! A wide selection of hotels is available for FENS Forum participants, with options to suit different budgets and preferences, all conveniently connected to the #FENSForum venue. 👉 Find your hotel here: https://fensforum.org/hotel-information/ 🚴♂️ Since Barcelona will host the Grand Départ of the Tour de France 2026 on 4–5 July, accommodation across the city is expected to fill up quickly, so it’s a good idea to book early. Start planning now and get ready for an exciting #FENSForum in Barcelona! 🇪🇸
🏨 Planning your trip to #FENS2026 in #Barcelona? Now is the perfect time to secure your stay!
A wide selection of hotels is available for FENS Forum participants, with options to suit different budgets and preferences, all conveniently connected to the #FENSForum venue.
👉 buff.ly/GzTfxFB
Applications for stipends to attend to the ‘Introduction to Experimental Neuroscience’ course in Bordeaux, France close on 13 April 2026! Apply today to receive stipends of up to 750 EUR available for students located in Europe.
🌟 Reminder to apply for #FENS/IBRO-PERC stipends to attend short courses organised by the FENS Schools Network!
Stipend applications will soon close for:
🔶 Introduction to Experimental Neuroscience
🗓️ Deadline: 13 April 2026
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@ibroorg.bsky.social @univbordeaux.bsky.social
🌟 Claustrum and cognitive control
This study explores the claustrum activation across during highly demanding cognitive tasks and how this might be related to how cognitive processes are compromised in neuropsychiatric disorders.
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🏃 Running and stress recovery
This research shows that running reduced behavioural changes caused by chronic stress in mice, restoring serotonergic receptor activity and highlighting potential targets for treating stress-related psychiatric disorders.
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🔬 Auditory cortex asymmetry
This study suggests how basic developmentally defined structures, such as cortical columns, remain untouched by the auditory cortex lateral specialisation, while intracortical connectivity shows diverse hemispheric asymmetries.
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📚 New research from #EJN – The European Journal of Neuroscience! 🧠 Swipe and discover three new research reports revealing exciting findings in #neuroscience: 🔬 Auditory cortex asymmetry This study suggests how basic developmentally defined structures, such as cortical columns, remain untouched by the auditory cortex lateral specialisation, while intracortical connectivity shows diverse hemispheric asymmetries. These differences may be linked to how the auditory cortex functions are specialised between hemispheres. 🔗 https://buff.ly/AloWOdI 🏃 Running and stress recovery This research shows that running reduced behavioural changes caused by chronic stress in mice, restoring serotonergic receptor activity and highlighting potential targets for treating stress-related psychiatric disorders. 🔗 https://buff.ly/5CASxGn 🌟 Claustrum and cognitive control This study explores the claustrum activation across during highly demanding cognitive tasks and how this might be related to how cognitive processes are compromised in neuropsychiatric disorders. 🔗 https://buff.ly/anhRO7r 🗞️ Stay up to date with the latest research in #EJN: https://buff.ly/H0dYd4k
📚 New research from @ejneuroscience.bsky.social!
Discover three new research reports revealing exciting findings in #neuroscience. 👇️
🗞️ Stay up to date with the latest research in #EJN: buff.ly/QgfhCA3
This year's theme is "Brain in Context":
🗓️ 4-5 July 2026
🧠 How do internal, genetic, and environmental factors shape brain function and development?
🌟 Join keynote talks, workshops, and develop your network
🌍️ Institut d’Estudis Catalans in Barcelona, Spain
📢 Final Reminder for #ENCODS2026 regular registrations! Regular registrations for ENCODS2026 will close on 10 April 2026! This year's theme is "Brain in Context": 🧠 How do internal, genetic, and environmental factors shape brain function and development? 🌟 Keynote talks, workshops, and opportunities to discuss your work and develop your network in the neuroscience community. 🌍️ Institut d’Estudis Catalans in Barcelona, Spain 🗓️ 4-5 July 2026
📢 Final Reminder for #ENCODS2026!
Regular registrations for ENCODS2026 will close on 10 April 2026!
👉 Read more and register here: buff.ly/IO9dfwk
@encods2026.bsky.social
🇪🇸The winners will deliver lectures at #FENS2026 in Barcelona.
👏 Congratulations to all awardees! We look forward to hearing more about their work.
🏆 FENS-EJN Award 2026
🔹 Alain Chédotal ( @alainchedotal.bsky.social )
🏆 FENS-EJN Young Investigator Prize 2026
🔹 Sarah Mondoloni ( @smondoloni.bsky.social )
🔹 Roisin McMackin ( @roisinmcmackin.bsky.social )
🔹 Felix Leroy ( @leroyfelix.bsky.social )
🗞️ In partnership with @ejneuroscience.bsky.social and @wiley.com, these prestigious awards highlight excellence across the field of #neuroscience.
🌟 #FENS-#EJN Awards 2026: Meet the winners! FENS is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 FENS-EJN Award and FENS-EJN Young Investigator Prize, recognising excellent scientific work in neuroscience and outstanding contributions. 🧠 🗞️ In partnership with EJN – The European Journal of Neuroscience and Wiley, these prestigious awards highlight excellence across the field of #neuroscience. 🏆 FENS-EJN Award 2026 🔹 Alain Chédotal 🏆 FENS-EJN Young Investigator Prize 2026 🔹 Sarah Mondoloni 🔹 Roisin McMackin 🔹 Felix Leroy 🇪🇸The winners will deliver lectures at #FENS2026 in Barcelona. 👏 Congratulations to all awardees! We look forward to hearing more about their work. 🔗 Read more about the awards and winners here: https://buff.ly/Vl5IAcU
🌟 #FENS-#EJN Awards 2026: Meet the winners!
FENS is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 FENS-EJN Award and FENS-EJN Young Investigator Prize, recognising excellent scientific work in neuroscience and outstanding contributions. 🧠
🔗 Read more about the winners here: buff.ly/1eFUuOb
🏆 In 2025, he was awarded the Eric Kandel Young Neuroscientists Prize. His work has also been supported by @embo.org, HFSP and @wellcometrust.bsky.social, and received the Eppendorf and Science Prize for Neurobiology.
🔬 His lab integrates behavioural, systems and cellular approaches to uncover how internal states shape brain function and support adaptive social behaviour.