Events from 09.09.2026 – 12.06.2027 – European Brain Council (EBC) https://www.braincouncil.eu/events/ Network of key players in the Brain Area Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:46:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 34th International Congress of Clinical Neurophysiology (ICCN26) https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/iccn2026-congress/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=iccn2026-congress Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.braincouncil.eu/?post_type=tribe_events&p=58781 The International Federation of Clinical Neurophysiology (IFCN), in collaboration with their host society the Colombian Association of Electrodiagnostic Medicine (ACME), are delighted to welcome you to the 34th International Congress of Clinical Neurophysiology (ICCN 2026), taking place in Cartagena, Colombia, from 8-12 September 2026. The ICCN is the world's premier congress for clinical neurophysiology, [...]

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The International Federation of Clinical Neurophysiology (IFCN), in collaboration with their host society the Colombian Association of Electrodiagnostic Medicine (ACME), are delighted to welcome you to the 34th International Congress of Clinical Neurophysiology (ICCN 2026), taking place in Cartagena, Colombia, from 8-12 September 2026.

The ICCN is the world’s premier congress for clinical neurophysiology, bringing together experts from across the globe to share advances in research and clinical practice. The Forum programme is currently being developed by the Scientific Committee, co-chaired by Professors Tankisi and Guterriez, with the goal of combining recent research advances with the best clinical teaching to deliver both breadth and depth to the neurophysiology community.

ICCN 2026 will feature an exciting programme of plenary lectures, scientific symposia, technical workshops, educational sessions, career development opportunities, and networking events against the stunning backdrop of Cartagena’s rich colonial history and Caribbean charm. This marks the first visit of an ICCN to Colombia, reflecting the IFCN’s commitment to spreading best practice and education in Clinical Neurophysiology throughout the world.

Don’t miss the best of Clinical Neurophysiology in this unique and beautiful part of Colombia, where scientific excellence meets cultural discovery and professional collaboration flourishes into lasting friendships.

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]]> Brain Days at the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA81) https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/unga81/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=unga81 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.braincouncil.eu/?post_type=tribe_events&p=60723 Important: The event is at capacity for in-person attendance. If you are no longer able to join us in-person, please inform us as soon as possible by clicking here, so we can transfer your registration to someone else. Please follow the link below to join us online.  Programme Join Online [...]

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Important: The event is at capacity for in-person attendance. If you are no longer able to join us in-person, please inform us as soon as possible by clicking here, so we can transfer your registration to someone else. Please follow the link below to join us online. 

Brain disorders — neurological and mental alike — remain among the greatest and fastest-growing challenges facing societies worldwide. Together, they affect billions of people, constitute the leading cause of ill health and disability globally, and exert profound impacts on health systems, economic resilience, education, productivity and social cohesion. As populations age, demographic and workforce pressures intensify, and societies navigate rapid technological and social transformation, the imperative to advance brain health across the life course has never been clearer. Increasingly, brain health is being recognised not only as a health and research issue, but as a societal, economic and development priority central to human capital and sustainable development.

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Momentum is building. In recent years, brain health has gained growing recognition in global and regional policy agendas — from its increasing visibility within discussions on non-communicable diseases, to its emergence in debates on neurotechnology, brain capital and its socioeconomic repercussions on current and future generations. Major developments such as the launch of the European Partnership for Brain Health, growing discussions on the brain economy at the World Economic Forum and G7/G20 levels, the expansion of national brain strategies, and the rise of new global coalitions and research initiatives all point to a field entering a new phase of maturity and ambition. The initiatives and collaborations catalysed during the Brain Days at UNGA80 further reinforced this momentum, underscoring the value of sustained international dialogue and coordinated action.

This growing traction comes at a critical time. The coming years will be decisive in shaping the post-SDG agenda, the UN’s emerging vision for the future, and broader global governance frameworks for health, innovation and sustainable development. It is in this broader context that the Brain Days at UNGA81 will again serve as a platform to bring together policymakers, scientists, innovators, patient advocates, funders and international organisations to help advance a shared global agenda. Brain Days will take place on 23rd & 24th of September, 2026, at Cure. in New York City. Structured around two interconnected pillars, this year’s event will explore global collaboration in brain health research and innovation — including funding, science diplomacy and international partnerships — and the broader societal and policy dimensions of brain health, including brain capital, prevention, resilience and pathways towards greater recognition at United Nations level. Building on discussions initiated in previous editions while looking firmly ahead, the event will aim not only to showcase progress, but to create a space for active discussion and catalyse concrete next steps for collective action.

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]]> EFNA Conference https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/efna-2026-conference/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=efna-2026-conference Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.braincouncil.eu/?post_type=tribe_events&p=61214 The EFNA Conference will take place in Dublin, Ireland, on 25-26 September 2026. Organised by the European Federation of Neurological Associations (EFNA), the inaugural conference marks a new milestone in the Federation's 25-year commitment to championing the rights and needs of people living with neurological disorders across Europe. Held during Ireland's Presidency of the [...]

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The EFNA Conference will take place in Dublin, Ireland, on 25-26 September 2026. Organised by the European Federation of Neurological Associations (EFNA), the inaugural conference marks a new milestone in the Federation’s 25-year commitment to championing the rights and needs of people living with neurological disorders across Europe.

Held during Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union, the conference will bring together people living with neurological disorders, patient organisations, policymakers, clinicians, researchers and industry representatives to co-create a more inclusive and impactful neurology landscape in Europe.

Further information on registration, the scientific programme, abstract submission and accommodation is available on the official conference website.

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]]> EANS 2026 Hamburg Congress https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/eans-2026-hamburg-congress/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=eans-2026-hamburg-congress Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.braincouncil.eu/?post_type=tribe_events&p=60594 The European Association of Neurosurgical Societies is delighted to welcome you to the EANS Congress 2026, taking place in Hamburg. The EANS Congress is one of Europe’s leading neurosurgical meetings, bringing together clinicians, researchers and healthcare professionals from across the world. Held at the Congress Center Hamburg, the 2026 edition will take place under [...]

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The European Association of Neurosurgical Societies is delighted to welcome you to the EANS Congress 2026, taking place in Hamburg.

The EANS Congress is one of Europe’s leading neurosurgical meetings, bringing together clinicians, researchers and healthcare professionals from across the world. Held at the Congress Center Hamburg, the 2026 edition will take place under the theme “Responsibility, endurance and resilience”, reflecting the core values guiding neurosurgical practice, research and education.

The congress will provide a platform for scientific exchange and international collaboration, while addressing the latest developments in neurosurgery, including advances in areas such as artificial intelligence, neurostimulation and personalized approaches to treatment. The Japanese Society for Neurosurgery will join as the first official guest society, highlighting the global dimension of the meeting.

Plenary Session: EANS Alliance in Neurosurgery Symposium

Wednesday, 30 September 2026 | 09:00 – 11:00 CET | Congress Center Hamburg, Hall 3

 

RISE Europe Panel Discussion

Friday, 2 October 2026 | 14:00 – 15:00 CET | Congress Center Hamburg, Hall 1

EBC President, Prof. Suzanne Dickson, will speak on funding in Europe as part of this session led by RISE Europe, alongside EBC Board Member and FENS Advocacy Committee Chair, Tomás Ryan, speaking on EU competitiveness and the European neuroscience research landscape.

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Additionally, EBC will be present among the Exhibitor booths throughout the entirety of the congress! Whether you want to discuss our ongoing projects, learn more about our mission, or explore future events and collaboration opportunities – come find us!

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]]> 39th ECNP Congress https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/39th-ecnp-congress/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=39th-ecnp-congress Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.braincouncil.eu/?post_type=tribe_events&p=60598 The European College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ECNP) is delighted to welcome you to the 39th ECNP Congress, taking place in Munich, Germany, from 10–13 October 2026. As one of Europe’s leading meetings in neuroscience and psychiatry, the ECNP Congress will present a high-quality scientific programme covering a broad range of cutting-edge topics, from fundamental research [...]

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The European College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ECNP) is delighted to welcome you to the 39th ECNP Congress, taking place in Munich, Germany, from 10–13 October 2026.

As one of Europe’s leading meetings in neuroscience and psychiatry, the ECNP Congress will present a high-quality scientific programme covering a broad range of cutting-edge topics, from fundamental research to clinical applications. The programme is designed to deliver the latest advances and foster exchange across disciplines within the brain research community.

ECNP Congress 2026 will feature a diverse selection of scientific and industry sessions, appealing to a wide range of participants. Most sessions will also be accessible to virtual attendees, ensuring broad participation and engagement from the global community.

Camp Fire: CA32 - Beyond mental health: innovating schizophrenia prevention and care through a brain health lens

Tuesday, 13 October 2026 | 13:05 – 13:50 CET | Green Hub

As part of the Campfire Session ‘Beyond mental health: innovating schizophrenia prevention and care through a brain health lens’, Agata Szulc, MD, PhD, Head of the Department of Psychiatry at the Medical University of Warsaw, will participate as an expert. Her research focuses on brain functioning in mental disorders, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, with particular interests in neuroimaging and neuroinflammation.

The session will be moderated by Pavel Mohr, Professor of Psychiatry and Clinical Director at the National Institute of Mental Health in Prague.

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During the entire ECNP congress | B0.27

Additionally, EBC will be present among the Exhibitor booths throughout the entirety of the congress! Whether you want to discuss our ongoing projects, learn more about our mission, or explore future events and collaboration opportunities – come find us!

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]]> Patient Community Day 2026 https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/patient-community-day-2026/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=patient-community-day-2026 Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.braincouncil.eu/?post_type=tribe_events&p=61315 Date: 23 October 2026 Location: Toronto, Canada & Online Patient Community Day is a free event organised by ECTRIMS and dedicated to people living with multiple sclerosis (MS), neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD), myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody-associated disease (MOGAD) and related neurological conditions, as well as their families, caregivers and the wider community. Held [...]

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Date: 23 October 2026

Location: Toronto, Canada & Online

Patient Community Day is a free event organised by ECTRIMS and dedicated to people living with multiple sclerosis (MS), neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD), myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody-associated disease (MOGAD) and related neurological conditions, as well as their families, caregivers and the wider community. Held alongside the annual ECTRIMS Congress, the event aims to make the latest scientific developments accessible through clear, patient-friendly presentations delivered by leading experts.

Designed to be inclusive and accessible, Patient Community Day is available both onsite and online with free registration. The programme will be delivered in English with AI-powered simultaneous translation in more than 50 languages, while session recordings with subtitles will be made available one week after the event, allowing participants worldwide to access the latest research and discussions.

As a Supporting Partner, the European Brain Council (EBC) is pleased to promote this initiative, which aligns with our commitment to improving access to reliable scientific information and empowering people living with neurological conditions through education, collaboration and knowledge exchange.

The full programme for Patient Community Day 2026 is now available. Explore the sessions, speakers and key topics by visiting the official programme page.

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]]> Irish Presidency Event – Breaking Down Silos Through Lived Experience: A Value-Driven Future for Brain Health https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/breaking-down-silos-through-lived-experience-a-value-driven-future-for-brain-health/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=breaking-down-silos-through-lived-experience-a-value-driven-future-for-brain-health Mon, 26 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0000 https://www.braincouncil.eu/?post_type=tribe_events&p=60710 Date: 26 October 2026, 09:00 - 18:00 Location: Irish National Stud & Gardens, Kildare, Ireland Across Europe — and in Ireland in particular — brain health is emerging as one of the defining health, social and economic challenges of our time. Brain conditions already affect millions of citizens, placing growing pressure on health systems, [...]

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Date: 26 October 2026, 09:00 – 18:00

Location: Irish National Stud & Gardens, Kildare, Ireland

Across Europe — and in Ireland in particular — brain health is emerging as one of the defining health, social and economic challenges of our time. Brain conditions already affect millions of citizens, placing growing pressure on health systems, workforce participation and long-term productivity. At the same time, rapid advances in neuroscience, digital health and prevention are opening a window of opportunity to transform outcomes if decisive and coordinated action is taken now. For Ireland, with its strong life sciences ecosystem, active patient and carers community, commitment to innovation and focus on health system sustainability, the moment is particularly timely to shape the next phase of Europe’s response.

In the framework of the Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU, this event will be a co-creation process engaging people with lived experiences, their caregivers, researchers, clinicians and policymakers aiming to demonstrate how more connected, people-centred approaches to brain health can deliver better outcomes, greater system efficiency and stronger societal resilience. The discussion will highlight practical solutions that can be scaled across Member States while reflecting national strengths and priorities.

Crucially, the event will demonstrate that the Irish and broader European brain community are aligned and ready to act. Across disciplines and sectors, stakeholders are increasingly united around a shared vision: breaking down silos, placing lived experience at the centre of policy and care and accelerating the translation of research into real-world impact. What is now needed is clear political backing to match this momentum.

By spotlighting Ireland’s leadership potential within a broader European effort, the event aims to catalyse concrete next steps toward more coordinated action on brain health, research and innovation. The message is clear: the tools, evidence and partnerships are already in place — and with timely support from policymakers, Europe can move decisively toward healthier brains, more resilient societies and sustainable health systems for the decades ahead.

The event programme and additional information will be added soon.

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]]> Brain Innovation Days https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/brain-innovation-days-2026/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=brain-innovation-days-2026 Wed, 18 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.braincouncil.eu/?post_type=tribe_events&p=60831 We are delighted to bring the brain community together once again for the 6th edition of the Brain Innovation Days, a dynamic two-day event designed to inspire collaboration and accelerate innovation across the brain ecosystem. On 18–19 November 2026, this year’s event will take place at Area 42 in Brussels, offering a vibrant setting [...]

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We are delighted to bring the brain community together once again for the 6th edition of the Brain Innovation Days, a dynamic two-day event designed to inspire collaboration and accelerate innovation across the brain ecosystem.

On 18–19 November 2026, this year’s event will take place at Area 42 in Brussels, offering a vibrant setting for creativity, knowledge exchange and partnership-building. The programme will feature inspiring plenary discussions alongside interactive sessions designed to spark dialogue, collaboration and new ideas across the brain community.

Innovation Hall

The Innovation Hall is the vibrant networking hub of the Brain Innovation Days, where attendees can discover cutting-edge technologies, breakthrough research and emerging solutions shaping the future of brain health. It is the perfect place to connect with innovators, researchers, clinicians, industry leaders and investors in a dynamic networking environment beyond the plenary programme.

Are you developing an innovative solution, product or service in the brain space? Apply to showcase your work in the Innovation Hall and connect directly with a multidisciplinary audience of experts and decision-makers.

Pitch Competition

The Pitch Competition highlights some of Europe’s most promising brain health start-ups and entrepreneurs. Attendees will have the opportunity to discover innovative solutions tackling neurological and mental health challenges and hear pitches from emerging ventures shaping the future of the field.

Start-ups are invited to apply for the chance to present before an expert jury, gain valuable visibility and feedback, and connect with investors, researchers, clinicians and industry leaders at the event.

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]]> 17th Congress of the European Paediatric Neurology Society (EPNS) https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/17th-congress-of-the-european-paediatric-neurology-society-epns/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=17th-congress-of-the-european-paediatric-neurology-society-epns Tue, 06 Apr 2027 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.braincouncil.eu/?post_type=tribe_events&p=61695 The European Paediatric Neurology Society (EPNS) is delighted to welcome you to the 17th EPNS Congress, taking place in Barcelona, Spain, from 6–10 April 2027.The congress will bring together more than 2,000 participants from around the world, including leading professionals, researchers and experts in paediatric neurology. Under the scientific leadership of Dr. Carmen Fons and [...]

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The European Paediatric Neurology Society (EPNS) is delighted to welcome you to the 17th EPNS Congress, taking place in Barcelona, Spain, from 6–10 April 2027.

The congress will bring together more than 2,000 participants from around the world, including leading professionals, researchers and experts in paediatric neurology. Under the scientific leadership of Dr. Carmen Fons and her team, the programme will explore the latest developments and emerging challenges in the field, with a focus on topics including artificial intelligence, rare diseases, neurodevelopmental disorders, advanced therapies, new diagnostic technologies, bioethics, neurogenetics, neuroimaging and epigenetics.

To register for participation, please complete the registration form.

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]]> 13th Congress of the European Academy of Neurology – Gothenburg 2027 https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/13th-congress-of-the-european-academy-of-neurology-gothenburg-2027/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=13th-congress-of-the-european-academy-of-neurology-gothenburg-2027 Sat, 12 Jun 2027 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.braincouncil.eu/?post_type=tribe_events&p=61837 The 13th Congress of the European Academy of Neurology - Gothenburg 2027 -  will take place in Gothenburg, Sweden, from 12–15 June 2027, bringing together neurologists and healthcare professionals from across Europe and beyond for four days of scientific exchange, education and collaboration. With the overarching theme “Transforming Neurology: Embracing Every Brain”, the congress [...]

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The 13th Congress of the European Academy of Neurology – Gothenburg 2027 –  will take place in Gothenburg, Sweden, from 12–15 June 2027, bringing together neurologists and healthcare professionals from across Europe and beyond for four days of scientific exchange, education and collaboration.

With the overarching theme “Transforming Neurology: Embracing Every Brain”, the congress will explore the latest advances across the full spectrum of neurology, with a particular focus on the frontiers of treatment and the opportunities offered by rapidly evolving science and technology. Topics will include genetics, immunology, neuroprotection and precision medicine, as well as disease-modifying therapies, personalised interventions and integrated digital health approaches.

A comprehensive scientific programme of lectures, symposia, workshops and interactive sessions will showcase new insights and developments in neurological research, diagnosis, treatment and patient care, while providing opportunities for discussion and exchange with experts and colleagues from around the world.

Against the backdrop of Gothenburg, EAN 2027 will offer an inspiring setting to discover the latest developments in neurology, share knowledge and connect with the wider neurological community.

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