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SUMMARY:BAW’ 19 Event – “Mood and Food: Exploring the gut-brain connection”
DESCRIPTION:One of EBC’s annual activities is to hold an outreach event for Members of the European Parliament and the general public during the Brain Awareness Week (BAW). This global campaign is held in March every year and aims to increase public awareness on the progress and benefits of brain research. \nThis year we focus on “Mood and Food: Exploring the gut-brain connection”. Join us in the European Parliament in Brussels (JAN 3Q Brasserie) on the 6th of March from 18:00 to 20:00. \nThis Brain Awareness Week event will focus on the connection between mood and food\, exploring the relationship between what you eat and how it can affect your mood and daily function. Held as a reception this year\, the event will combine food\, informal presentations and discussion with experts in this growing field of research. \nThis event is kindly hosted by MEPs Marian Harkin (ALDE\, IE) and held in partnership with the European Dana Alliance for the Brain (EDAB) and the Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS). \nWe look forward to welcoming our speakers\, Dr. Alejandro Arias-Vasquez (New Brain Nutrition Project)\,  Kimberley Wilson (Monumental Health\, NHS Mental Health Trust Governor) and moderator Prof. Patrice Boyer (EBC Vice President). \n  \n \n  \n  \nRegistration is now closed* \n*Entry is still possible for those with European Parliament access badges
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/baw-19-event-mood-and-food-exploring-the-gut-brain-connection/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190311
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190318
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
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SUMMARY:Brain Awareness Week 2019
DESCRIPTION:Brain Awareness Week (BAW) is the global campaign to increase public awareness of the progress and benefits of brain research.\nEvery March\, BAW unites the efforts of partner organizations worldwide in a celebration of the brain for people of all ages. Activities are limited only by the organizers’ imaginations and include open days at neuroscience labs; exhibitions about the brain; lectures on brain-related topics; social media campaigns; displays at libraries and community centers; classroom workshops; and more. \nMark your calendars for future BAW campaign dates:\nMarch 11-17\, 2019\nMarch 16-22\, 2020
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/brain-awareness-week-2019/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190410
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
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SUMMARY:27th European Congress of Psychiatry
DESCRIPTION:The 27th European Congress of Psychiatry\, organized by EBC member the European Psychiatric Association\, will take place on 6-9 April 2019 in Warsaw\, Poland. \nThe EPA Congress in 2019 is guided by the Congress motto\, “Psychiatry in Transition – Towards New Models\, Goals and Challenges”. EPA 2019 will facilitate discussion and educational forums on a range of topics in the field of psychiatry\, psychology\, social work and clinical trials. \nEBC will be present in Warsaw with an exhibition stand (#26) and a joint EBC-EPA Symposium on the 9th of April (13:15 – 14:45\, Hall A)\, co-chaired by EBC President Prof. Monica di Luca and incoming EPA President\, Prof. Philip Gorwood. The session will cover “Parkinson’s Disease and Psychiatry”\, featuring presentations by Prof. Fanni Geibl (Neuropsychiatric Symptoms in Prodromal and Early Parkinson’s Disease) and Prof. A. Leentjes (Depression: Risk Factor or Early Symptom in Parkinson Disease?).
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/27th-european-congress-of-psychiatry/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190509
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190510
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200306T140805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200306T140805Z
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SUMMARY:3rd Forum of the Scientific Panel for Health: ‘Enabling health equality in Europe – the role of health research’
DESCRIPTION:Based on interactions with stakeholders during conferences and workshops\, the Scientific Panel for\nHealth set out a vision for the future of health and biomedical research in two consensus documents:\n‘Better Research for Better Health’ in 2016\, and a proposal ‘Building the Future of Health Research’ in\n2018. \nHealth is a fundamental right. Yet health inequalities within Europe and across regions are significant\nand remain present. Can increased engagement with health research inform and support more effective\nprevention measures and improve access to appropriate healthcare\, and thereby reduce inequalities? \nThe forum explores the current situation\, barriers in participation and engagement with health research\,\nand potential ways forward\, with different examples.
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/3rd-forum-of-the-scientific-panel-for-health-enabling-health-equality-in-europe-the-role-of-health-research/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190509
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190511
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200306T140541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200306T140541Z
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SUMMARY:5th Academy of National Brain Councils
DESCRIPTION:The 5th Academy of National Brain Councils will be held in Dubrovnik\, Croatia on 9-10 May 2019. \nThe online registration form can be accessed here.
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/5th-academy-of-national-brain-councils/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190514
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200306T140457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200306T140457Z
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SUMMARY:International Conference on Neurological Disorders and Neurorestoration
DESCRIPTION:The International Conference on Neurological Disorders and Neurorestoration will be held from 10th-13th May 2019 in Dubrovnik\, Croatia. \nThis unique international meeting will cover a wide range of areas connected to neurology\, neuroscience and neurorestoration\, such as neuroinflammation\, neurodegeneration\, ischemic diseases\, paroxysmal and extrapyramidal diseases. The School of Medicine of the University of Zagreb\, supported by all clinics for neurology of the Zagreb Clinical and Hospital Centers\, is the main organizer of the conference. \nThe conference will be organized in conjunction with the 5th Academy Meeting of National Brain Councils that will be held from 9th-10th May. \nFurther information can be accessed here.
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/international-conference-on-neurological-disorders-and-neurorestoration/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190629
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190703
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200306T140404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200306T140404Z
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SUMMARY:EAN Congress 2019
DESCRIPTION:The 5th Congress of the European Academy of Neurology (EAN) will take place from 29 June to 2 July 2019 in Oslo\, Norway. This years’ congress bring together over 6000 neurologists from across Europe and the world. \nEBC will be present with a stand in the Exhibition Hall (Stand #C28) and with a presentation in the Scientific Theatre on our latest project\, The European Brain Research Area (EBRA). Join us at the Scientific Theatre on Sunday\, 30 June at 12:00. \nFurthermore\, EBC President\, Prof. Monica Di Luca\, will speak at the “Challenges for Women in Neurology” event\, also held on 30 June at 13:00-14:30 in Room Amsterdam. \nThe MULTI-ACT Project\, which EBC is also part of\, will be presented at the Scientific Theatre on 30 June at 11:00.
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/ean-congress-2019/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190711
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200306T140305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200306T140305Z
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SUMMARY:Regional Meeting of National Brain Councils – 10th July 2019 – Belgrade\, Serbia
DESCRIPTION:The Regional Meeting of National Brain Councils (NBCs) will be held on 10th July in Belgrade. This meeting will bring together NBCs\, scientific societies and patient groups operating in South-East Europe in order to exchange views on common challenges and the rationale for enhancing stakeholder cooperation between patients\, brain researchers and clinicians at national level. What is more\, the meeting will enable discussion on joint cross-border projects and initiatives aimed at promoting brain health and supporting brain research. \nThe event will be organized in conjunction with the FENS Regional Meeting 2019 that will be held from 10th-13th July. \nThe online registration form can be accessed here.
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/regional-meeting-of-national-brain-councils-10th-july-2019-belgrade-serbia/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190911
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200306T140154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200306T140225Z
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SUMMARY:ECNP Congress 2019
DESCRIPTION:The annual Congress of the European College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ECNP)  will be held on 7-10 September 2019 in Copenhagen\, Denmark. It is Europe’s premier scientific meeting for disease-oriented brain research\, annually attracting between 4\,000 and 6\,000 neuroscientists\, psychiatrists\, neurologists and psychologists from around the world. \nFor further information on the congress and to register\, please visit: https://2019.ecnp.eu/
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/ecnp-congress-2019/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190912T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200306T135038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200306T135038Z
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SUMMARY:Brexit: the European Parliament’s role in prioritising patients\, public health and heath security across Europe – Room A3G2\, European Parliament\, 10h.00 to 12h.00\, 12 September 2019
DESCRIPTION:At a critical time when there is a very strong risk of a no-deal scenario\, the big questions concerning Brexit for patients across the whole EU remain unanswered. This event will focus on explaining to new MEPS the challenges of safeguarding public health and health security. It will also highlight what the European Parliament can do to follow up on its resolution from 14 March 2018 to ensure that the new European Commission is aware of the challenges and is acting to mitigate the risks. \nPlease register your attendance here by 6 September 2019.
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/brexit-the-european-parliaments-role-in-prioritising-patients-public-health-and-heath-security-across-europe-room-a3g2-european-parliament-10h-00-to-12h-00-12-september-2019/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190922
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200306T134928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200306T134928Z
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SUMMARY:13th European Paediatric Neurology Society (EPNS) Congress
DESCRIPTION:On 17-21 September 2019\, the European Paediatric Neurology Society (EPNS) – one of EBC’s newest members – will hold its 13th Annual Congress in Athens\, Greece. \nEPNS is a society for physicians with a research or clinical interest in Paediatric Neurology. With more than 1\,500 members\, the EPNS is a thriving and growing society which continues to play an important role in and beyond Europe by promoting training\, clinical care and scientific research in the field of Paediatric Neurology. \nFor further information\, please visit the EPNS 2019 website. To register\, follow this link.
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/13th-european-paediatric-neurology-society-epns-congress/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190926
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20190918T080334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200229T141353Z
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SUMMARY:IBRO World Congress of Neuroscience 2019
DESCRIPTION:The International Brain Research Organisation\, IBRO\,  will hold its World Congress of Neuroscience on 21-25 September 2019 in Daegu\, South Korea. \nThe IBRO World Congress has been held every four years since 1982. It is one of the most prestigious international meetings attended by over 3500 neuroscientists from around the world. It is a fascinating opportunity for participants to share the latest information and knowledge in the diverse areas of the brain research and neuroscience. \nIBRO aims to promote neuroscience research and communication among researchers around the world. One of its foremost emphases is on supporting education of young investigators in developing countries. \nFor further information on the congress and how to register\, please visit the official website: http://www.ibro2019.org/
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/ibro-world-congress-of-neuroscience-2019/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190929
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20190918T080444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200229T141351Z
UID:1130-1569283200-1569715199@www.braincouncil.eu
SUMMARY:EANS Congress 2019
DESCRIPTION:The European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) will hold its annual congress in Dublin\, Ireland this year\, from 24 – 28 September 2019. \nEANS is both an independent federation of European national neurosurgical societies and a fast-developing association of individual neurosurgeons from around the world. It is a professional community whose aim is to enhance the quality of neurosurgical patient care through training\, education and research\, and a key way in which this objective is met is by facilitating the exchange of scientific information at the highest level through the organisation of meetings\, symposia and educational courses – with the annual Congress. \nLearn more about the congress and how to register on the official website.
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/eans-congress-2019/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191107
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20191023T132510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200229T141348Z
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SUMMARY:Launch of "RethinkingMS"
DESCRIPTION:The EBC project Rethinking MS in Europe: Prioritising integrated services for people with multiple sclerosis in Europe will launch at the upcoming MEP Interest Group on Brain\, Mind and Pain-hosted event on Ensuring Equitable Access to Treatment\, Services and Support. \nBuilding on the findings from the 2017 Value of Treatment report\, this project develops a multidisciplinary consensus around practical and sustainable policy responses to MS at the European level and deeper analysis with four country profiles examining the burden of MS in Denmark\, Italy\, Romania and Spain\, and four corresponding policy planning tools to support implementation of recommended policies. \nThe project aims to create greater visibility for the unmet needs experienced by people with MS\, with a particular focus on: timely diagnosis and personalised treatment; interdisciplinary and coordinated care; and adaptable support in daily life including rehabilitation and social protection. \nSee the event agenda below and please register here.
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/launch-of-rethinkingms/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191113
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20191023T132708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200229T141344Z
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SUMMARY:MULTI-ACT Event: Does your research impact society responsibly?
DESCRIPTION:On 12 November 2019\, the EU-funded MULTI-ACT project – in which EBC is heavily involved – will host its first project-dedicated event in Brussels\, Belgium. The project\, which began in May 2018\, aims to increase the impact of health research on people with brain diseases by creating and implementing a new model allowing for the effective cooperation of all relevant stakeholders. \nAfter one and a half years of work\, a number of work packages have completed their work and will have plenty to present on the day. The focus of the event will be the following: \n• A new governance criterion allowing effective cooperation of all relevant stakeholders in multi-stakeholder research initiatives and transformative governance; \n• Innovative guidelines for effective patient engagement across the health research and innovation path; \n• A new tool for the assessment of the research impact across different dimensions including excellence\, efficacy\, social\, economic and patient reported dimension and to better tie the research results to the objectives of the initiative. \nTo learn more about the project\, please visit the MULTI-ACT website and social media channels. \nAn agenda & registration page will follow soon. For logistical details\, please see below: \nVenue:\nUniversity Foundation/Fondation Universitaire\nRue d’Egmont 11\, 1000 Brussels \nDate & Time:\n12 November 2019\n10:00-14:00 (Registration & welcome coffee begins at 9:30)
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/multi-act-event-does-your-research-impact-society-responsibly/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191206
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20191023T132759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200229T141244Z
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SUMMARY:EBRA: Year 1 – Project Event
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date:  \n5 December 2019 \n10:00-13:30 \nBrussels \nOne year into the EU-funded EBRA (European Brain Research Area)\, the project will host its first event. Project Coordinators\, European Brain Council\, and partners Human Brain Project\, JPND and ERA-NET NEURON cordially invite you to join us on 5 December 2019 to learn more about the project\, designed to create a catalysing initiative for brain research stakeholders (researchers\, clinicians\, patients\, governments\, funders and public institutions) to streamline and better co-ordinate brain research across Europe while fostering global initiatives. \nThe event will focus on the achievements of the first year of the project and will include the presentation of the first round of successful clusters\, associations of research projects directed towards basic research\, clinical research and/or methodological approaches under a common topic\, and disease and/or thematic area. \nFor more on the project\, please visit the EBRA website. \nA detailed agenda and registration will follow closer to the date. A networking lunch will directly follow the presentations.
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/ebra-year-1-project-event/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191211
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200229T141419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200820T120758Z
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SUMMARY:The Digital Transformation of Healthcare in Europe
DESCRIPTION:Using digital tools to deliver care more cost-effectively presents a massive opportunity to relieve Europe’s strained healthcare systems. European Commission President-Elect Ursula von der Leyen has made clear her ambition to ensure that the next five-year EU legislative cycle (2019-2024) harnesses the potential of digital innovation to drive improvements in all aspects of healthcare: pledging to create a European Health Data Space\, and to adopt legislation on AI in the first 100 days of office. \nThe upcoming event\, “The Digital Transformation of Healthcare in Europe: Unlocking the potential of digital solutions for patients\, healthcare providers and health systems”\, will bring together leading players to debate the biggest challenges and opportunities facing the digital transformation of healthcare in Europe\, and how EU initiatives and stakeholders can best work together to address them over the next five years. \nThe invitation-only event (followed by a cocktail reception) will be held on 10 December 2019\, 17:00 – 19:00 at the Fondation Universitaire\, 11 rue Egmont\, 1000 Brussels. \nParticipants include: \n\nIoana-Maria Gligor\, Head of Unit\, European Reference Networks and Digital Health\, DG SANTE\, European Commission\nMEP Eva Kaili (S&D\, Greece)\nMember State representative (tbc)\nCatherine Estrampes\, CEO of GE Healthcare Europe\nBoris Brkljačić\, President of the European Society of Radiology and Professor of radiology and Vice-Dean at University of Zagreb School of Medicine\nFrédéric Destrebecq\, Executive Director of the European Brain Council\nCeri Thompson\, Deputy Head of Unit\, eHealth\, Well-being\, and Ageing\, DG CNECT\, European Commission\n\nModerated by Petra Wilson\, Senior Advisor at FTI Consulting \nPlease RSVP your attendance to Morten.vonGlan@fticonsulting.com
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/the-digital-transformation-of-healthcare-in-europe/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200214
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200229T140633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200229T140633Z
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SUMMARY:3rd triMS.online conference\, 13 February 2020
DESCRIPTION:The triMS.online conference is a global\, virtual event that recreates an international conference experience by presenting attendees with a fantastic opportunity to learn about and discuss the latest research in the field of MS\, but without the expense of travelling! \nThe triMS.online conference offers attendees: \n\naccess to high-quality research updates and materials during the online event and afterwards;\nspace to discuss current trends and developments\, and to debate controversial topics;\nopportunities to network with colleagues\, exchange opinions and learn more about MS;\nthe opportunity to submit posters on your research to be displayed in the virtual poster hall;\nfree time to explore the poster hall and virtual exhibition booths.\n\nRegister here. \nFor more information and the full programme please visit: https://www.trimsonlineconference.com/
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/3rd-trims-online-conference-13-february-2020/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200219
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200229T140554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200229T140554Z
UID:4120-1581984000-1582070399@www.braincouncil.eu
SUMMARY:Brain Health as a Global Priority – Time for the EU to Act Now
DESCRIPTION:On 18 February 2020\, EFNA together with EBC and EAN\, will hold the event “Brain Health as a Global Priority – Time for the EU to Act Now” in the European Parliament\, Brussels from 11am to 1pm in Room 6Q1\, hosted by Jarosław Duda\, EPP. \nClick here to REGISTER. \nThe event is held under the patronage of Members of the European Parliament [EP]: \n\nEwa Kopacz\, Vice President of the EP\, European People’s Party [EPP]\nMairead McGuinness\, Vice President of the EP\, European People’s Party [EPP]\nFrédérique Ries\, Vice-Chair\, Renew Europe [RE]\nKateřina Konečná\, European United Left–Nordic Green Left [GUE/NGL]\nTilly Metz\, Group of the Greens/European Free Alliance [EFA]\n\nThe event looks to explore the following: \nIs brain health a global priority?\nIn the Political Declaration on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)\, which arose from the United Nations (UN) High-Level Meeting on NCDs in 2018\, all Governments recognized that ‘mental disorders and other mental health conditions\, as well as neurological disorders\, contribute to the global burden of NCDs. It resulted in adding mental and neurological health as the ‘5th NCD’\, complementing global efforts to combat cancer\, CVD\, diabetes and chronic respiratory diseases. This has been reinforced in the recent 2019 UN Declaration on the Universal Health Coverage\, where ‘mental disorders and other mental health conditions as well as neurological disorders’ have been identified as an ‘essential component of UHC’. Additionally\, the World Health Organisation (WHO) is also now building a new Brain Health team to operate from its headquarters in Geneva. The question now is how can we ensure this progress can be translated into policy action at EU and member state level? \nHow do we make brain health an EU priority? \nIt is clear that we can no longer afford to soft-pedal the agenda of brain health\, which has been largely neglected in the Union’s efforts in addressing NCDs. We need to follow the data and work together towards effective and implementable solutions. We will discuss these issues at the event\, with key actors engaged in health promotion and disease prevention at the global and EU level. This will include representatives from WHO\, EU Member States\, NCD global and European advocacy groups\, patient organizations\, clinicians and more\, along with Members of the European Parliament and European Commission. It will allow for an expert-led\, action orientated discussion aimed at identifying challenges and opportunities laying ahead of EU in the years to come. \nThe draft agenda is available below:
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/brain-health-as-a-global-priority-time-for-the-eu-to-act-now/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200323
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200229T134258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200229T134703Z
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SUMMARY:Brain Awareness Week 2020
DESCRIPTION:Brain Awareness Week is the global campaign to foster public enthusiasm and support for brain science. Every March\, partners host imaginative activities in their communities that share the wonders of the brain and the impact brain science has on our everyday lives. In 2020\, Brain Awareness Week will take place on March 16-22. \nBrain Awareness Week was founded by the Dana Alliance for Brain Initiatives (DABI) and the European Dana Alliance for the Brain (EDAB)\, and is coordinated by the Dana Foundation. \nAnnually\, EBC partners with EDAB\, FENS and others to organise at least one major Brain Awareness Week event in the European Parliament\, highlighting the importance of brain research in Europe through various topics involving the brain. More details regarding the 2020 event will follow. \nTo learn more about previous BAW events\, please see the following links: \n2019 – “Mood and Food: Exploring the gut-brain connection”\n2018 – “Expanding Brain Research in Europe: Education\, Behaviour and Brain Development”\n2017 – “Expanding Brain Research in Europe: A societal Need?”
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/brain-awareness-week-2020/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200318
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200319
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200229T135303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T141105Z
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SUMMARY:Cancelled - Brain & Cancer: exploring the mysteries of their connection
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: On Monday\, 2 March\, the European Parliament took the extraordinary decision to close its doors to all external visitors for at least the next three weeks as COVID-19 sweeps across Europe. Consequently\, this event has now been cancelled. We value the importance of the topic we were meant to cover and hope that awareness on the subject can still be raised in the future. \n– \nOn 18 March 2020\, EBC will hold its annual Brain Awareness Week event\, “Brain and Cancer: exploring the mysteries of their connection“ jointly organized between EBC\, Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS) and European Dana Alliance for the Brain (EDAB)\, in the European Parliament in Brussels. The event is kindly hosted by MEPs Petra de Sutter (Greens\, BE)\, Tomislav Sokol (EPP\, HR) and Frédérique Ries (Renew\, BE). \nIn this event we would like to address the close relationships between brain and cancer. The general idea behind the topic is that brain research not only has the fundamentals to understand brain cancer but\, even more generally\, the burdens of cancer\, which have immense implications in mental health and neurological aspects. \nThe brain is not only the site of many different types of tumours\, but with its complexity the brain is guiding all our actions including our reactions to distressful situations. The level of distress ranges from being able to adjust to living with cancer to having a serious mental health problem\, such as major depression. \nIn addition\, neurological complications caused by systemic cancers—those arising outside the nervous system—can cause signs and symptoms that are more distressing and disabling than the cancer itself and\, if left untreated\, can be fatal. \nWe will tackle cancer from a “brain” perspective\, by first discussing how fundamental neuroscience research on development and differentiation can be informative for the genesis of brain tumours but also discussing neurological and psychiatric complication of systemic cancer. \nSpeakers will include: \n1.Dr Laura Andreae (FENS-Kavli Scholar)\n2. Kathy Oliver (International Brain Tumour Alliance)\n3. Prof. Riccardo Soffietti (European Association of Neuro-oncology and Member of the EAN Scientific Panel on Neuro-Oncology)\n4.  Prof. Isabelle Merckaert (Psychosomatic and Psycho-Oncology Research Unit\, Université Libre de Bruxelles) \nThe Joint statement on making cancer related complications and comorbidities an EU health priority\,  will also be presented by Antonella Cardone\, Director of the European Cancer Patient Coalition
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/brain-cancer-exploring-the-mysteries-of-their-connection/
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SUMMARY:“Huntington’s disease and the Covid-19 pandemic – a difficult combination” - EHA & ERN-RND webinar
DESCRIPTION:Special webinar organised by the European Huntington’s Disease Association (EHA) and  the European Reference Network for Rare Neurological Diseases (ERN-RND): \nDate: Monday April 6\nTime: 4 pm – 5.30 CET\nTopic:  “Huntington’s disease and the Covid-19 pandemic – a difficult combination”\nJoin the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/284555212 \nThere is no need to sign up in advance to the webinar. \n  \nFurther details: \nThe current situation related to the Covid-19 pandemic causes a lot of strain and isolation on Huntington’s disease (HD) patients and their families.  All the restrictions imply big changes in daily life and the routines are hard to maintain.  We hear that families struggle\, feel scared and isolated. \nIn order to support you in this situation\, EHA and ERN-RND are organizing a webinar  on  Zoom with a panel of multi language HD experts from a variety of European countries well-known in the HD community and active members of the European HD Network (EHDN). \nThe webinar will give you information about the specific risks for HD patients\, update on consequences for the ongoing HD studies and trials\, and some advice on how to cope with this new situation. The experts are there to answer any question you have in your language. \nConfirmed speakers: \n\nAstri Arnesen – European Huntington Association\nProfessor Bernhard Landwehrmeyer (Neurologist) – Germany\nAlzbeta Muehlbaeck (Neuropsychiatrist ) – Germany/Slovakia\nProfessor Anne-Catherine Bahoud Levi (Neurologist) – France\nProfessor Hugh Rickards (Psychiatrist) – UK\nDr Yuri Seliverstov – Russia\nNatalia Grigorova (Psychologist) – Bulgaria\nFilipa Julio (Neuropsychologist) – Portugal\nDr Alzbeta Muehlbaeck (Neuropsychiatrist) – Germany\nProfessor Maria Judit Molnar (Neurogeneticist) – Hungary\nDr Jose Lopez Sendon (Neurologist) – Spain\nDr Lasse Philstrøm (Neurologist) – Norway\nRamona Moldova (Neuropsychologist ) – Romania\nDr Wioletta Krysa (Geneticist ) – Poland\nProfessor Ferdinando Squitieri (Neurologist) – Italy \nThe primary target audience are patients and patients’ family members but clinicians are also very welcome to attend. \nhttp://www.ern-rnd.eu/?p=7032 
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/huntingtons-disease-and-the-covid-19-pandemic-a-difficult-combination-eha-ern-rnd-webinar/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200527
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200229T135349Z
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SUMMARY:6th Congress of the European Academy of Neurology
DESCRIPTION:Overarching Theme: Time for Action: Predict\, Prevent\, Repair \nThe 6th Congress of the European Academy of Neurology (EAN) goes virtual. \nAbstract submission is open! The extended deadline for abstract submission is January 15th 2020. \nThe Scientific Programme and information on the Presidential Symposium and Brain Prize lecture can be found here \nFor more information please consult the EAN Congress Website
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/6th-congress-of-the-european-academy-of-neurology-paris-france-may-23-to-26-2020/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200525
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200229T135537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200504T133439Z
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SUMMARY:EBRA & RethinkingMS at EAN Congress 2020
DESCRIPTION:EBC projects EBRA and RethinkingMS will be presented during the Scientific Theatre at the upcoming EAN Congress 2020\, which is going to be held virtually. \nBoth presentations will take place on Sunday\, 24 May at 14:00 (EBRA) and 14:30 (RethinkingMS). Further details on the presentations are included below: \nEBRA (European Brain Research Area): Harmonising brain research and funding initiatives in Europe \nPresented by Dr Kristien Aarts\, European Brain Council \nThe European Brain Council (EBC) launched the EBRA (European Brain Research Area) project at the end of 2018. EBRA aims to bring key players in brain research together – JPND (EU Joint Programme – Neurodegenerative Disease Research)\, Human Brain Project (HBP) and ERA-NET NEURON – to discuss how fragmentation in both funding and research can be reduced\, as well as to identify where the gaps in knowledge are and how we can facilitate translation. A landscape of existing brain research projects\, based on the funding portfolios of JPND\, HBP\, NEURON\, Horizon 2020 and EU Framework Programme 7 will be provided. Active brain research clusters will be identified and supported in their activities and research strategies across European brain initiatives will be aligned during the development of a Shared European Brain Research Agenda (SEBRA). Through such effective and efficient collaboration and cooperation among the various initiatives\, EBRA believes that brain research will achieve its full impact. Preliminary results will be presented. \nMore information: https://www.ebra.eu/ \n  \nRETHINKING MS in Europe: prioritising integrated services for people with multiple sclerosis \nPresented by Vinciane Quoidbach\, European Brain Council \nThe European Brain Council (EBC) and The Health Policy Partnership (HPP) have been working together to create RETHINKING MS\, a new project calling for change in how Multiple Sclerosis care and support is organised. The project began in 2018. EBC and HPP collaborated with experts from across Europe to build an interdisciplinary consensus around sustainable policy and regulatory responses to MS at the European level. This formed the basis of the core report\, RETHINKING MS in Europe: prioritising integrated services for people with multiple sclerosis. Building on the findings from the EBC 2017 Value of Treatment report\, this pan-European policy narrative identifies key challenges in MS care and makes recommendations for how they can be addressed. Results from the health services research and country situation assessment will be presented. \nMore information: https://www.braincouncil.eu/rethinkingms/
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/ebra-rethinkingms-at-ean-congress-2020/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200524T093000
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200229T135438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200508T102847Z
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SUMMARY:Severely affected patients in neurology and psychiatry: Detecting - Managing - Refining   -   Virtual Meeting   - Special Session\, EAN Congress\, 24 May 2020
DESCRIPTION:EBC will hold the Special Session (virtual meeting) entitled “Severely affected patients in neurology and psychiatry: Detecting – Managing – Refining” as part of the 6th EAN Congress on Sunday 24th May from 08:00 – 09:30 AM. \nA wide range of commonalities exist in the domains of neurology and psychiatry as regards to the management of patients living with severe neurological or mental conditions. Such diseases greatly impact the lives of those affected. The aim of this session is to look into developing appropriate solutions and strategies that benefit patients in neurology and psychiatry. For that purpose\, the session will bring together different perspectives on common aspects and challenges related to diagnosis and management as well as refinement of treatments and long-term specialist care of severely affected patients in neurology and psychiatry. \nThe session will be chaired by Ms Joke Jaarsma\, Treasurer of EBC and President of the European Federation of Neurological Associations. \nSpeakers include: \n\nProf. David B. Vodusek\, European Academy of Neurology – The Perspective of Neurology\nProf. Philip Gorwood\, European Psychiatric Association – Similarities in Psychiatry\nProf. Bruno Dubois\, Salpétrière University Hospital – National plans against neurodegenerative diseases in France and management of severe patients\n\n  \nThe session can be followed online by registering to the EAN congress here. \n 
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/ebc-special-session-severe-patients-in-neurological-and-psychiatric-disorders-ean-congress-24-may-2020/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200623T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200623T153000
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CREATED:20200608T132026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200608T132133Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Enhancing the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease through digital technologies – 23rd June 2020\, 13:30 – 15:30 CEST (2 hours)
DESCRIPTION:Alzheimer’s disease (AD)\, which is the underlying cause in 70% of dementia cases\, has a severe impact on individuals as well as their relatives and society at large. Yet\, despite the high prevalence of AD dementia across Europe\, it is often challenging to detect AD before clear symptoms emerge. When this condition is diagnosed\, it has in many cases already caused significant nerve damage leading to impaired memory\, thought processes\, behaviour and social skills. \nThe emergence and development of digital health technologies creates new opportunities for enhancing the early detection of AD as well as addressing the lifestyle-related risk associated with AD dementia. In the light of this\, the AD Detect and Prevent consortium will organize the webinar “Enhancing the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease through digital technologies” that aims to address key questions such as: How does AD affect individuals as well as the people around them? What are the main challenges in detecting AD before the onset of clear symptoms? How can lifestyle-related factors affect a person’s risk of developing AD dementia? What potential role could digital technologies play in enhancing the early detection of AD?  \n  \nPlease find the programme below: \nIntroduction\nKim Baden-Kristensen – CEO & Co-founder\, Brain+ \nTestimony\nHelen Rochford-Brennan – Chair\, European Working Group of People with Dementia \nApplying digital technologies in detecting cognitive decline\nProf. Masud Husain – Professor of Neurology & Cognitive Neuroscience\, Oxford University \nPitfalls and challenges in early detection\nProf. Martin Rossor – NIHR National Director for Dementia Research and Principal Research Associate\, UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology \nCognitive and neuroimaging challenges associated with preclinical Alzheimer’s disease\nProf. Eric Salmon – Medical Director\, GIGA Cyclotron Research Centre\, University of Liege \nIntroduction to AD Detect and Prevent\nProf. Masud Husain – Professor of Neurology & Cognitive Neuroscience\, Oxford University & Ulrik Ditlev Eriksen – Co-Founder\, COO & CSO\, Brain+ \nOpen discussion\nModerated by Kim Baden-Kristensen – CEO & Co-founder\, Brain+ \n\n  \nThe webinar will be held on Tuesday 23rd June 2020 from 13:30 – 15:30 CEST (2 hours). \nRegister for the webinar here.
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/webinar-enhancing-the-early-detection-of-alzheimers-disease-through-digital-technologies-23rd-june-2020-1330-1530-cest-2-hours/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200704
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SUMMARY:EPA 2020 Virtual Congress
DESCRIPTION:To adapt to the current situation\, the EPA Board has decided to transform the 28th European Congress of Psychiatry in Madrid into a fully virtual meeting that will offer the mental health community the possibility for educational exchanges\, scientific news and best practice updates while protecting the safety\, health\, and well-being of all congress participants. \nwww.epa-congress.org
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/epa-2020-virtual-congress/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200707T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200707T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T234646
CREATED:20200609T095354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200609T115750Z
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SUMMARY:EPA 2020 Virtual Congress- Workshop: The Value of Treatment for Eating Disorders: A Joint EPA & EBC Project
DESCRIPTION:The European Brain Council (EBC) initiated a two-year research project (2015-2017) on the Value of Treatment for Brain Disorders. The European Psychiatric Association (EPA) together with Gamian Europe proposed “Eating Disorders” as a new case study to include the topic of “Transition of Care across age groups and services”. This has involved a care Pathway Analysis followed by an Economic Evaluation Study. It is hoped that the project will lead to policy recommendation on how to improve the care pathway. In this workshop we will present the findings from the midway milestone and offer the opportunity for feedback and discussion with the wider European community. \nChairs: \n\nPalmiero Monteleone\, Italy\nJanet Treasure\, United Kingdom\n\nSpeakers: \n\nEva Bonin: The Economic Analysis\nUmberto Volpe: The Transition Into Care: Reducing the Duration of Untreated Illness\nFernando Fernandez-Aranda: Policy Considerations From the Professional Perspective. 1\nPhilip A. Gorwood: Policy Considerations From Professional Perspective. 2\nMiia Männikkö (presenter)\, Laura Ferraro & Miia Männikkö (authors): Policy Considerations From the Family and Carer\n\nFind further details here. \n 
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/epa-2020-virtual-congress-workshop-the-value-of-treatment-for-eating-disorders-a-joint-epa-ebc-project-3290/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200716
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CREATED:20200229T135627Z
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SUMMARY:FENS 2020 Virtual Forum
DESCRIPTION:The FENS Forum of Neuroscience is Europe’s largest international neuroscience conference. The Forum scientific programme covers all domains in modern brain research. The FENS 2020 Virtual Forum is the biggest virtual neuroscience meeting of its kind and will feature a high quality scientific programme and provide delegates with exciting opportunities to learn\, interact\, grow and network. Following the live event\, an extended on-demand access of three months will allow delegates to go back and enjoy all sessions and events.
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/fens-forum-2020-special-interest-event-global-research-collaboration/
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SUMMARY:FENS Forum 2020 – Special Interest Event: Global Research Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:In the framework of the upcoming FENS Forum 2020\, EBC will co-organize a series of activities within Forum on the topic of Global Research Collaboration\, highlighting the existing partnerships within research—specifically\, brain research—in the European Union\, the United States and Asian countries such as China\, South Korea\, Japan and possibly others. \nThe Special Interest Event will fall on 13 July\, from 9:30-10:30 GMT. It will focus on highlighting the existing partnerships within research—specifically\, brain research—in the European Union\, the United States and Asian countries such as China\, South Korea and Japan. \nFurthermore\, the event will explore and showcase existing global collaboration as well as the potentials for continued expansion and how global research collaboration can support brain research. Various initiatives aimed at reinforcing global research collaboration\, including in the brain research space\, have been launched in recent years. The International Brain Initiative (IBI)\, which brings together the major “brain initiatives” across the globe\, was launched with the ambitious aim of progressing ethical neuroscience research through international cooperation and knowledge sharing. The EBC-led Horizon 2020 project establishing a European Brain Research Area (EBRA) aims to reduce fragmentation in brain research and foster synergies through enhanced coordination of brain research efforts at the EU and global levels. In order to foster alignment and better co-ordination of research strategies across the European brain initiatives\, a Shared European Brain Research Agenda (SEBRA) will be developed under the EBRA project. The SEBRA will focus on research opportunities and research and innovation gaps to be addressed in the field\, priorities for action in the short and long term and research areas that would benefit most from cross – initiatives cooperation. It is through meetings/events such as this one that EBC and EBRA hope to feed into the formation and definition of global cooperation and initiatives with the potential of feeding into a SEBRA. Furthermore\, the EU has launched several Scientific and Technical (S&T) agreements with countries across the globe that provide frameworks for robust research cooperation and enable the development of strategies for enhancing collaboration in a wide range of areas. \nChaired by EBC President\, Prof. Monica Di Luca\, the session will include presentations from Prof. Tracy Bale\, President of the International Brain Research Organisation (IBRO) and Prof. Mohamed Hassan\, President of the World Academy of Sciences as well as pre-recorded video messages on the importance of continued international collaboration in brain research from top country representatives\, including EU Commissioner for Innovation\, Research\, Culture\, Education and Youth\, Mariya Gabriel; US National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke Director\, Dr Walter J. Koroshetz; Society for Neuroscience (SfN) President\, Prof Barry Everitt; FENS President\, Prof Carmen Sandi and more. \nThese will be followed by a live panel discussion and Q&A\, featuring
URL:https://www.braincouncil.eu/event/fens-forum-2020-special-interest-event-global-research-collaboration-2/
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