British Neuroscience Association

16/07/2025

We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of Professor Steven Rose (1938–2025), co-founder of the British Neuroscience Association and a pioneering figure in neuroscience.

Professor Rose made extraordinary contributions to our understanding of the brain, publishing over 300 research papers and 17 books, including the award-winning The Making of Memory. He was also a passionate advocate for socially responsible science, co-founding the European Neuroscience Association (now part of Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS) and helping shape the direction of neuroscience across Europe.

He leaves behind a remarkable legacy, as a scientist, educator, author, and activist.

We invite you to read the obituary, written by his colleagues Dr John Lagnado and Dr Radmila Mileusnic:

https://www.bna.org.uk/resource/steven-rose-1938-2025.html

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The BNA is saddened to announce the passing of Professor Steven Rose, one of the founders of our organisation. Our thoughts are with his family at this time.

09/07/2025

Whether you're preparing to publish your first paper or looking to improve your publishing success, this webinar will equip you with the insights needed to approach academic publishing with confidence.

This webinar is especially beneficial for early career researchers who are new to the publishing process or want to improve their understanding of how to navigate it successfully.

Led by Co-Editors-in-Chief Dr Claire Durrant and Dr Kate Baker at Brain and Neuroscience Advances, this one hour webinar will give attendees an overview of the journey toward publishing your neuroscience.

https://www.bna.org.uk/events/ems-event-calendar/publishing-in-a-neuroscience.html

26/06/2025

BNA Training Academy presents: 'Publishing in a Neuroscience Journal - 10 Steps to Success'

📚Learn how to plan, write, and publish your scientific paper. Perfect for early-career neuroscientists new to publishing or looking to sharpen their skills

This webinar will be led by Dr. Kate Baker, Co-Editor-in-Chief of Brain and Neuroscience Advances 🧠

📅 Tues 15 July 2025 | 13:00 - 14:00 (BST) | Online Webinar

FREE for BNA Members and £15 for Non-Members
-Join the BNA to access free registration

Secure your spot today ⭐
https://www.bna.org.uk/events/ems-event-calendar/publishing-in-a-neuroscience.html

20/06/2025

🌈 Happy Pride Month from the BNA! 🧠✊

The theme for Pride 2025 is Activism and Social Change - and we believe that creating an inclusive neuroscience community is activism.

The BNA is proud to support every neuroscientist and brain enthusiast, and with EDI (Equality, Diversity & Inclusion) at our heart, we’re committed to building a field where everyone feels they belong.

🌟 Change starts with understanding. We know that LGBTQIA+ individuals and other underrepresented groups can face unique barriers in their careers.

One simple way our members can help? Log in to our new website and complete your profile. By completing your demographic information in your BNA profile, you’re helping us advocate for better support, representation, and policies across the sector.💻

Let’s push for progress and build a neuroscience community that reflects and respects everyone, this month and always. 🌍🥼

20/06/2025

🌈 Happy Pride Month from the BNA! 🧠✊
The theme for Pride 2025 is Activism and Social Change - and we believe that creating an inclusive neuroscience community is activism.

The BNA is proud to support every neuroscientist and brain enthusiast, and with EDI (Equality, Diversity & Inclusion) at our heart, we’re committed to building a field where everyone feels they belong.

🌟 Change starts with understanding. We know that LGBTQIA+ individuals and other underrepresented groups can face unique barriers in their careers.

One simple way our members can help? Log in to our new website and complete your profile. By completing your demographic information in your BNA profile, you're helping us advocate for better support, representation, and policies across the sector.💻

Let’s push for progress and build a neuroscience community that reflects and respects everyone, this month and always. 🌍🥼

https://www.bna.org.uk/

10/06/2025

DATA PROTECTION:

On 18th June solicitor and partner Stephen Brett from Anderson Law LLP will be hosting the next BNA Training Academy webinar on data protection.

Stephen advises on a range of issues, including intellectual property and data protection matters, working closely with universities, research funders, healthcare charities, and NHS Trusts.

Join us on 18th June 2025, 12:00 - 13:00 (BST) for a GDPR-focused session exploring how to appropriately use patient data in research and the commercialisation of datasets. This is a fantastic opportunity to ask questions about the legal landscape surrounding patient data and get answers directly from a legal expert.

This course is open to all: FREE for BNA members and just £15 for non-members.

Register here
https://www.bna.org.uk/mediacentre/events/data-protection-webinar-using-patient-data-for-research-and-innovation/

28/05/2025

Our recent webinar with Scientifica is now available on our YouTube channel.

This webinar is designed for postdocs and early-career researchers, especially if you’re working in electrophysiology or related techniques.

Click the link to learn how to prepare during your postdoc, apply for faculty roles, secure your first grant, and set up your own lab.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMPa-mFUjnA

Hear from speakers:
- Professor Alicia D'Souza, Imperial College London
- Dr. Sam Centanni , Wake Forest University
- Dr. Russell Morton, The University of New Mexico
- Dr. Claire Durrant, The University of Edinburgh

Hosted by: Adam Jackson, Scientifica

21/05/2025

We're thrilled to welcome as the inaugural Organisational Member of the BNA.

We look forward to working closely with MSD to create meaningful opportunities for knowledge exchange, translational impact, and scientific discovery.

www.bna.org.uk/mediacentre/...

21/05/2025

Join Professor Tara Spires-Jones alongside an esteemed panel of experts who will share cutting-edge insights and diverse perspectives.

https://www.bna.org.uk/mediacentre/events/bna-training-academy-dementia-masterclass/

14/05/2025

The BNA Training Academy presents: Dementia Masterclass in London🎉

Gain access to a wealth of knowledge on the cutting-edge advances in dementia research, from world-leading experts:

-Professor Tara Spires-Jones, University of Edinburgh, UKDRI
-Professor Jonathan Schott, University College London
-Professor Carol Brayne CBE, University of Cambridge
-Professor Henrik Zetterberg, University of Gothenburg, University College London, UKDRI
-Professor Paresh Malhotra, Imperial College London
-Professor Katie Lunnon, University of Exeter

And hear about the lived experience of dementia from Alzheimer's Research UK Ambassador, Shaheen Larrieux

🗓️Wednesday 4th June, 8:30 - 17:00 (BST)
📍 Wellcome Collection, London UK

As always, BNA Members have access to discounted registration.

In-person | CPD accredited | Open to all | Spaces limited

Register today to secure your place:
🎟️ https://www.bna.org.uk/mediacentre/events/bna-training-academy-dementia-masterclass/

Cognition

13/05/2025

🗓️ Tuesday 20th May | 🕓 16:00 - 17:00 (BST) | 💻 Online & Free

Are you ready to lead your own research lab? Join the BNA and Scientifica for a free, interactive webinar designed for postdocs and early-career researchers. Hear directly from successful P*s as they share practical insights on landing faculty positions, securing grants, and building your lab from the ground up.

Hear from speakers:
- Professor Alicia D'Souza, Imperial College London
- Dr. Sam Centanni, Wake Forest University
- Dr. Russell Morton, The University of New Mexico School of Medicine
- Dr. Claire Durrant, The University of Edinburgh

Hosted by:
Adam Jackson, Scientifica

This webinar is perfect for those in electrophysiology or related fields. Bring your questions and join the live Q&A

Register now and take the next step in your research journey 🥼
https://www.bna.org.uk/mediacentre/events/webinar-from-postdoc-to-pi-navigating-the-path-to-success/

08/05/2025

With over 350 poster submissions from 16 themes, researchers from across the neuroscience community shared their findings and early-stage ideas with our global audience at . 🧠🌍

We’re delighted to recognise outstanding work across multiple categories, selected by our judges Dr Dorothy Tse and Dr Dayne Beccano-Kelly, co-chairs of the BNA2025 Programme Organising Committee:

📋 Traditional Poster Prizes - Celebrating completed research projects:
• Undergraduate: Sebastian Monge, Washington University in St. Louis
• Postgraduate: Constantinos Eleftheriou, The University of Edinburgh

📝 Preregistration Poster Prizes - Recognising study plans and hypotheses submitted before data collection begins:
• Undergraduate: Phoenix Pavlik, King's College London
• Postgraduate: Becky Tyler, University of West London

⚡ Flash Poster Prize - Awarded for dynamic 3-minute presentations using a single slide to highlight key findings:
• Daniel Goodwin, University of Bristol

🔓 Open Science Poster Prizes - Honouring research that demonstrates transparency, reproducibility, and open research practices:
• Undergraduate: Zaw Wunna, University of Leeds
• Postgraduate: Donna Lloyd, The University of Manchester

Congratulations to all prize winners🏆

And a huge thank you to every poster presenter - your research, collaboration, and commitment to science communication continue to push neuroscience forward.🌟