Europe hosts the world's second-largest #neurotechnology sector, yet has no EU strategy to govern it.

On April 13, we're co-hosting a high-level event in Brussels with @cfg-thinktank.bsky.social and @eesc.bsky.social to change that.🧠

Be part of the conversation👉
www.braincouncil.eu/event/europe...

🧠 Brain Awareness Week is here! #BAW2026
Every year, the Dana Foundation unites the world through #BrainAwarenessWeek to raise awareness around brain science.
At EBC, we advocate for #BrainHealth through research, advocacy & innovation. Explore our projects 🔎 www.braincouncil.eu

🧬 On #RareDiseaseDay, we were happy to launch a study on Neurofibromatosis Type 1, in partnership with NF Patient United.

NF1 is a rare genetic disease with no cure affecting 250,000+ people in Europe, yet the barriers patients face are still poorly mapped.

🔍 www.braincouncil.eu/projects/ret...

EBC and Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna are delighted to share the launch of our Rethinking #MyastheniaGravis Advocacy Paper, which was released during our Rare Disease Day event.

Read the Paper and delve into the stakeholder's insights here 👉 www.braincouncil.eu/ebc-launches...

Curious about the future of #brainhealth research in Europe?🧠

On March 19, join us for special event in Brussels during #BrainAwarenessWeek 2026, hosted by @epbrainhealth.bsky.social!

Register now!👉
www.braincouncil.eu/event/europe...

📢On 24 Feb, the Committee on Public Health (SANT) of the @europarl.europa.eu will hold a public hearing on #neurological health.

EBC has been invited to speak on why a 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 is an investment Europe cannot afford to delay.

🔗 www.europarl.europa.eu/committees/e...

📢 Following the European Brain Council's February Board Meeting last Friday, we are delighted to announce the election of our first President-Elect, Prof Sameer Zuberi (@epnsnews.bsky.social)

We congratulate Professor Zuberi on this new appointment!

🔍 Learn more: www.braincouncil.eu/ebc-board/

📢 The Rethinking Schizophrenia Country Profile of Denmark is out!

Explore the full 🇩🇰 Country Profile to learn more about policy priorities, emerging opportunities and recommendations for advancing schizophrenia care across Europe: braincouncil.eu/rethinking-s...

Last week, EBC travelled to Davos during the @weforum.org and participated in strategic sessions that are reshaping how the world thinks about #brainhealth as an economic infrastructure. 🧠

🔍 Read about EBC's engagement in Davos:
www.braincouncil.eu/davos-2026/

Next week, EBC is heading to Davos, where the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum will take place.

EBC will join global leaders at sessions advocating for #brainhealth as essential to economic prosperity and long-term societal wellbeing.

🔍 Find out more: braincouncil.eu/event/ebc-in...

We are #hiring two passionate interns for our Communications, Advocacy & Policy team in Brussels!

✔️Communications & Events Intern

✔️Policy & Advocacy Intern

Ready to make an impact? Apply by January 25th: braincouncil.eu/about-us/opp...

Our Rare Disease Day 2026 Event is taking shape and registrations are filling fast!

📅 Feb 24, Brussels
🧠 Multidisciplinary experts sharing insights on #RareBrainDisease research, care & policy

Programme & registration: braincouncil.eu/event/rare-d...

❄️ As 2025 comes to a close, we wish our entire community a joyous holiday season and a healthy, prosperous New Year.

The year ahead will be pivotal for #brainhealth in Europe. Thank you for your dedication and partnership in advancing our shared mission. ✨

EBC attended the #SakharovPrize ceremony at @europarl.europa.eu honoring brave journalists Mzia Amaglobeli & Andrzej Poczobut, imprisoned for truth. The right to health depends on human rights. We stand in solidarity. 📌 www.braincouncil.eu/ebc-at-sakha...

🧠 Denmark's Youth Mental Health Blueprint: Key Insights Available!

10-year psychiatry plan, 35% budget boost, nationwide early intervention (OPUS). Highlights: early intervention works, gaps at age 18 transition, 15-year mortality gap needs addressing.

🔗 www.braincouncil.eu/event-highli...

On Universal Health Coverage Day, EBC joins @who.int in advocating for #HealthForAll. Over 50% globally lack essential health services; 1 in 4 face financial hardship for care. Health is a right, not a privilege. Time for action! 🌍

Learn more: www.who.int/campaigns/un...

EBC contributed to a new @euractiv.com article on rethinking myasthenia gravis for person-centred care across Europe. Learn how our multistakeholder project is advancing policy for rare neurological conditions.

📰Article: www.euractiv.com/opinion/how-...
💡Project: www.braincouncil.eu/projects/ret...

🧬 HEREDITARY #XMAS Giveaway! ✨

To thank you all for your support throughout the year, the HEREDITARY project is celebrating the holiday season with a special giveaway of exclusive project materials!

Good luck to all, and happy holidays! ❄️🎁

EBC was proud to participate in the @oneneurology.net webinar where our Executive Director Frédéric Destrebecq joined experts to discuss neurology advocacy post-UNGA HLM on NCDs and the WHO Global Status Report.

Learn more: oneneurology.net

EBC at the European Parliament: Supporting Coordinated Care for Rett Syndrome. Our Executive Director joined experts and policymakers to discuss a new white paper on improving care coordination for rare neurological conditions across Europe.

Read more: www.braincouncil.eu/ebc-endorses...

🔵 The wait is almost over! Our first 2 Calls for Proposals open January 8th, 2026!

🔬 Call 1: #Neurological, #mental & sensory disorders
🧠 Call 2: #Neurodegenerative disorders

Find out more about eligibility & consortium requirements here: www.brainhealth-partnership.eu/calls/

41 million EU adults live with migraine, a leading cause of disability that's often stigmatized & neglected in healthcare.

The EMHA Roadmap 2025 calls for an EU Neurological Health Strategy, better access to treatment & increased research funding.

www.braincouncil.eu/ebc-endorses...

🧠 Rethinking Schizophrenia in Denmark
Dec 8 | 16:00-17:30 CET | Webinar

Co-organised with the Danish Brain Council, we will bring together experts and patient advocates to discuss early intervention, integrated care & digital health solutions.

Register here: www.braincouncil.eu/event/rethin...

Building Coordinated Care Pathways for Rett Syndrome: A Call to Action in Europe

We are pleased to invite you to the 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝘁 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺, dedicated to improving care coordination for individuals living with #RettSyndrome.

☑️Register to attend: events.crai.com/socialrettsy...

💬 As we gather for EBC's General Assembly, President Suzanne Dickson reflects on a transformative period for brain health advocacy—from Brussels to the United Nations - as well as the road ahead.

📝 Read the letter: www.braincouncil.eu/letter-from-...

EBC was happy to contribute to an article for @euractiv.com, highlighting why Europe urgently needs a coordinated EU #Brain Plan to unite fragmented initiatives, align funding and policy and accelerate progress for patients.

📰 Read the full article: www.euractiv.com/news/europes...

🧠 Rethinking Schizophrenia: Denmark Country Profile
📅 8 Dec 2025 | 16:00-17:30 CET
📍 Virtual

Co-organised with the Danish Brain Council, in this webinar we'll explore early intervention & innovative treatments for young people with schizophrenia.

Register here: www.braincouncil.eu/event/rethin...

Join @pareascience.bsky.social tomorrow, on 4 November 2025, in Brussels (and online) for 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗟𝗮𝗴𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 “𝗠𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲.”

🗓️ Tuesday, 4 November 2025
📍 Norrsken Brussels + online

Register here & learn more: parea.eu/events/nov4

Every 2 seconds, someone has a stroke. With 1.9 million brain cells dying each minute, fast action is critical. Yesterday was the World Stroke Day (29 October); know the signs: Facial weakness, Arm weakness, Slurred speech = Time to act. Quick response saves lives. Read more: worldstrokecampaign.org

At the recent #BIDays Policy Opening, one clear message arose: #BrainHealth is not just a health issue - it is an economic & strategic imperative for Europe's future.

Event Highlights👉www.braincouncil.eu/the-brain-as-a-strategic...