Excited to be in Ottawa to talk about brain research with members of Parliament, Senators and Senior staff - great dinner tonight with #neuroadvocates in advance of #CANHillDay26 tomorrow
#SfNHillDay may be wrapping up, but the work doesn't stop here.
This week, SfN Members and #NeuroAdvocates met with members of Congress and their staff to champion protecting NIH-funded research and scientists' ability to conduct their vital work, increased funding in FY 2027.
The work continues! 🧠
Today, SfN Members and #NeuroAdvocates pressed on in their efforts for protecting NIH-funded research & scientists' ability to conduct their vital work, increased funding in FY 2027 and more as they met w/ members of Congress and their staff.
#SfNHillDay
Advancing neuroscience and curing disease are not partisan goals, they're shared ones.
#SfNHillDay is a chance for #NeuroAdvocates to bring their passion to Congress, turning scientific discovery into conversations with the people who shape policies that affect our lives.
#neurosky #brainweek
#SfNHillDay is off to a great start!
SfN Members and #NeuroAdvocates spent the day meeting with members of Congress and their staff, advocating for protecting NIH-funded research and scientists' ability to conduct their vital work, increased funding in FY 2027.
#neurosky #brainweek
Celebrating the brain means protecting the science behind it.
#SfNHillDay kicks off today as ECPAs along with other SfN Members and #NeuroAdvocates meet with members of Congress & their staff to advocate for the funding & policies that keep research moving forward.
#brainweek #neurosky
SfN welcomes the 2026 class of Early Career Policy Ambassadors! 🎉
This group of #NeuroAdvocates is ready to make their mark, bringing fresh perspectives and energy to critical conversations about neuroscience funding and policy.
Stay tuned to hear more about their impact!
🔗 vist.ly/4r2j6
As an SfN Early Career Policy Ambassador, you'll engage with Congress on science funding, develop advocacy expertise, lead initiatives at your institution, and connect with fellow #NeuroAdvocates!
Submit your application by Wednesday, January 7.
🔗 vist.ly/4jeg9
#neurosky #neuroskyence
The ECPA Program puts your voice where it matters.
Develop advocacy skills, lead activities at your institution, and build connections with fellow #NeuroAdvocates!
Submit your application by Wednesday, January 7.
Apply now! vist.ly/4ia7m
#neurosky #neuroskyence
SfN celebrates the accomplishments of the #NeuroScholars and #NeuroAdvocates!
The Neuroscience Scholars Program and Early Career Policy Ambassadors program develop the next generation of leaders who are advancing neuroscience through their research and advocacy.
#SfN25 #neurosky #neuroskyence
Whether Congress is in session or in recess, there’s always an opportunity to engage with your representatives and support robust NIH funding.
Use these resources below to help you navigate: vist.ly/49q8f
#ECPA #NeuroAdvocates
It was great hosting Kade Smith from the office of Representative Julia Letlow, Ph.D. recently at Louisiana State University. We were excited to show you some of the great research funded by the NIH right here in Baton Rouge as a follow up to #SfNHillDay. #NeuroAdvocates #neuroscience #biomedical
We urge #NeuroAdvocates to engage w/ university leadership & elected officials to preserve our scientific enterprise.
Together, we can help safeguard neuroscience research.
Read the full letter from SfN President, John Morrison, PhD.
🔗 bit.ly/44Izkvz
#NeuroSky #AcademicChatter
Special thank you to all #ECPA2025 members involved in this article – Joseph Hennessey, Nicole D’Souza, Alex Rich, Blakely Lockhart, and Showmick Paul.
Learn more about SfN’s advocacy efforts here: www.sfn.org/advocacy
#NeuroAdvocates #NeuroSky
“I need continued support to carry out this work.”
At #SfNHillDay 2025, #NeuroAdvocates shared personal stories to highlight the real impact of neuroscience research—and why sustained funding is critical.
Read now on Neuronline🔗 bit.ly/42JunA1
A huge thank you to the #ECPA2025 class and all other #NeuroAdvocates for their amazing dedication to advocacy.
#NeuroSky
That's a wrap on #SfNHillDay 2025!
📊 Here's a quick glance at what SfN members & fellow #NeuroAdvocates accomplished:
🧠 57 Congressional office meetings completed.
🧠 29 states represented
🧠 49 researchers, clinicians, and students participated as advocates.
#NeuroSky
#SfNHillDay momentum builds!
Today, SfN members and fellow #NeuroAdvocates continue meetings with members of congress and their staff to advocate for crucial initiatives that protect and advance #neuroscience research.
#NeuroSky
#SfNHillDay begins!
This week, Early Career Policy Ambassadors (ECPAs) along with other SfN Members & #NeuroAdvocates are meeting with members of Congress & their staff to advocate for #neuroscience research!
These are a few crucial initiatives they will be advocating for.
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#NeuroSky
Why does this matter? Policymakers' decisions directly impact research funding. United voices help advance neuroscience priorities and scientific discovery.
Join the nearly 2,000 #NeuroAdvocates and make your voice heard!
🔗 bit.ly/3FewP9F
#NeuroSky #SfNHillDay
SfN welcomes the 2025 class of Early Career Policy Ambassadors!
This group of #NeuroAdvocates is ready to make their mark, bringing fresh perspectives and energy to critical conversations about neuroscience funding and policy.
Stay tuned to hear more about their impact!
🔗 bit.ly/3WZO6cF
#Neurosky
Federal restrictions & funding freezes threaten vital research and halts scientific progress that benefits all Americans.
Join fellow #NeuroAdvocates in urging Congress to protect congressionally approved funding & ensure uninterrupted support for the scientific workforce.
👇 #NeuroSky