Networking, Public Outreach, and Advocacy
Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) Short Course: Responsible Use of AI in Neuroscience Research and Education
Organizer/Moderator: Richard Hunter, Lucia Notterpek, Patrick Hof, Christophe Mulle, Eric Levine, Michael Fox, Joshua Gold, Lique CoolenSpeaker: Susan Hao, Grace Lindsay, George Harston, Srikanth Ramaswamy, Sabine Kastner
Location: WCC 150
The increased popularity of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning, including generative AI tools, has important implications for neuroscience research and education. This timely short course will cover AI in relation to the following subtopics: (a) data acquisition/analysis; (b) manuscript, grant writing, and publishing; and (c) trainee/student education. Experts will discuss machine learning, data recording and analysis, plagiarism/image manipulation risks, funding agency policies, and mentor-mentee relationships in the context of AI.
NeuroJobs Career Center
Organizer/Moderator: Society for NeuroscienceLocation: WCC East Salon
The on-site SfN NeuroJobs Career Center connects employers with a pool of well-qualified candidates seeking opportunities ranging from postdoctoral and faculty positions to neuroscience-related jobs in industry and other areas. Job seekers and employers can take advantage of private interview booths and computers for posting and applying for jobs. For prices and more information on how to set up a NeuroJobs account, visit www.SfN.org/neurojobs. On-site payment can be made by credit card only.
Brain Awareness Campaign Event: Understanding the Impact of Neuroscience Outreach
Organizer/Moderator: Society for NeuroscienceSpeaker: Manuella Yassa
Location: WCC Hall E
Celebrate brain awareness and share your outreach activities with Brain Awareness Week organizers from around the world. Recognize Brain Awareness Video Contest winners. Join Manuella Oliveira Yassa for a keynote address as she shares her perspectives on leveraging program evaluation to understand the impact of neuroscience outreach across multiple segments of the neuroscience ecosystem. Explore how this understanding can empower us to use evidence-based approaches to improve existing outreach programs and design new ones.
Diversity Poster Session
Organizer/Moderator: Society for NeuroscienceDate & Time: Saturday, November 11, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Location: WCC Halls A-C
Join a special poster session and networking event featuring participants of the Neuroscience Scholars Program - NSP, ENDURE, D-SPAN, and SPINES. The Neuroscience Scholars Program (NSP) is a two-year training program open to underrepresented graduate students and postdoctoral researchers.
Early Career Policy Ambassador (ECPA) Poster Session
Organizer/Moderator: Society for NeuroscienceLocation: WCC Halls A-C
The Early Career Policy Ambassador (ECPA) Program poster session will feature poster presentations from current ECPAs highlighting their neuroscience advocacy and policy work. The ECPA program is a 10-month program that allows early career scientists to meet with their policymakers and gain the necessary skills to advocate for science and to encourage those in their personal networks to join the conversation.
Faculty for Undergraduate Neuroscience (FUN) Poster Session
Organizer/Moderator: Society for NeuroscienceLocation: WCC Halls A-C
The FUN poster session will feature presenters from the Faculty for Undergraduate Neuroscience. FUN is an international organization supporting neuroscience research and education at the undergraduate level.
International Fellows Poster Session
Organizer/Moderator: Society for NeuroscienceLocation: WCC Halls A-C
The International Fellows poster session and networking event will feature participants of the International Brain Research Organization – IBRO, Japanese Neuroscience Society – JNS, and Federation of European Neuroscience Societies – FENS.
Trainee Professional Development Awards (TPDA) Poster Session
Organizer/Moderator: Society for NeuroscienceLocation: WCC Halls A-C
The Trainee Professional Development Awards (TPDA) poster session and networking event will honor award-winning posters from undergraduate and graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.
Support contributed by: BrightFocus Foundation, Burroughs Wellcome Fund, Tianqiao and Chrissy Chen Institute, Developmental Studies Hybridoma Bank, Friends of SfN Fund, Gatsby Charitable Foundation, Eli Lilly and Company Foundation, Rainwater Charitable Foundation, Science Translational Medicine/AAAS, John I. Simpson Fund, Society for Neuroscience, Nancy Rutledge Zahniser FundCareer Development Topics: A Networking Event
Organizer/Moderator: Society for NeuroscienceLocation: WCC Halls A-C
Experienced neuroscientists will answer attendee questions on a wide range of topics at this informal, roundtable event. Topics include work-life balance, securing grants, setting up a lab, choosing a postdoctoral position, and careers outside of academia, among others. Nearly 30 tables will be offered at the event. During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to rotate among the tables that are of interest to them. Neuroscientists at all career stages are encouraged to attend.
NeuroJobs Career Center
Organizer/Moderator: Society for NeuroscienceLocation: WCC East Salon
The on-site SfN NeuroJobs Career Center connects employers with a pool of well-qualified candidates seeking opportunities ranging from postdoctoral and faculty positions to neuroscience-related jobs in industry and other areas. Job seekers and employers can take advantage of private interview booths and computers for posting and applying for jobs. For prices and more information on how to set up a NeuroJobs account, visit www.SfN.org/neurojobs. On-site payment can be made by credit card only.
NeuroJobs Career Center
Organizer/Moderator: Society for NeuroscienceLocation: WCC East Salon
The on-site SfN NeuroJobs Career Center connects employers with a pool of well-qualified candidates seeking opportunities ranging from postdoctoral and faculty positions to neuroscience-related jobs in industry and other areas. Job seekers and employers can take advantage of private interview booths and computers for posting and applying for jobs. For prices and more information on how to set up a NeuroJobs account, visit www.SfN.org/neurojobs. On-site payment can be made by credit card only.
Chapters Workshop
Organizer/Moderator: Shannon FarrisLocation: Westin (formerly Renaissance – 999 9th St.) - Rock Creek Blrm A
During this year’s Chapters Workshop, experienced chapter leaders and SfN representatives will share best practices in an informal roundtable format on “Chapter Management.” Attendees will enjoy interactive and engaging discussions focused on chapter continuity, outreach strategies, and chapter-SfN relationship guidelines. New chapter leaders or those considering starting or reactivating a chapter are especially encouraged to attend this unique networking event.
Animals in Research Panel: From Bench to Bedside
Organizer/Moderator: Katalin GothardSpeaker: Bornali Kundu, Joshua Gordon, Scott Imbrie, Charles Greenspon
Date & Time: Monday, November 13, 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Location: WCC 206
For decades, animal research has led to groundbreaking discoveries in neuroscience and resulted in life-saving treatments. Hear from clinical researchers as they showcase their work with animal models of human disorders and from patients on how they have been helped by technologies and treatments only made possible through animal research.
NeuroJobs Career Center
Organizer/Moderator: Society for NeuroscienceLocation: WCC East Salon
The on-site SfN NeuroJobs Career Center connects employers with a pool of well-qualified candidates seeking opportunities ranging from postdoctoral and faculty positions to neuroscience-related jobs in industry and other areas. Job seekers and employers can take advantage of private interview booths and computers for posting and applying for jobs. For prices and more information on how to set up a NeuroJobs account, visit www.SfN.org/neurojobs. On-site payment can be made by credit card only.
Celebration of Women in Neuroscience Event
Speaker: Tomomi Karigo, Marguerite Matthews, Eartha Guthman, Jean KingLocation: Westin (formerly Renaissance – 999 9th St.) - Potomac Blrm 3
The annual Celebration of Women in Neuroscience Event honors female leaders in neuroscience. This year's event will feature a moderated panel discussion focused on intersectionality in neuroscience and how women from across multiple backgrounds navigate the challenges of career transitions.
The Advocacy Forum: Congressional Neuroscience Caucus Briefing — The Invisible Threat: Understanding, Recognizing, and Treating PTSD
Organizer/Moderator: Lori McMahonSpeaker: Barbara Rothbaum, Chantelle Ferland, Charles Marmar, Kerry Ressler
Location: Capitol Visitors Center North Congressional Meeting Room 268
From veterans to your next-door neighbor, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can affect anyone at any age and cause severe disruptions to everyday life. Hear from an expert panel of speakers on the latest fundamental research and discoveries into PTSD, how to best recognize and treat this neuropsychiatric disorder moving forward, and how Congress can play a role in advancing new discoveries and therapies for PTSD.
Publishing and Researcher Evaluation
Organizer/Moderator: Gail Rodney, Society for Neuroscience, Jasna Markovac, . ElsevierSpeaker: Sacha Nelson, John Foxe, Christopher Colwell, Devon Crawford, Beatriz Luna
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 14, 3–5 p.m.
Location: WCC 207B
In the “publish or perish” paradigm, where, when, and how scientists publish their results can have serious impacts on the future of their research and careers. As new journals are created, publishing models evolve and diversify, and new performance metrics emerge, the decision on where or how to publish, or how to judge a scientist's output, becomes even more complicated. This session will discuss common ways researchers and articles are evaluated in hiring, promotion, and funding decisions, including impact factor, h-index, and other bibliometrics, as well as some emerging alternatives. An interactive panel discussion and Q&A will follow.
Members' Business Meeting
Organizer/Moderator: Society for NeuroscienceLocation: WCC 202B
Join us at the Members' Business Meeting! Take advantage of this opportunity to share your thoughts and suggestions with the Society's leadership and learn more about SfN's latest accomplishments and how to get involved in SfN committees.
NeuroJobs Career Center
Organizer/Moderator: Society for NeuroscienceLocation: WCC East Salon
The on-site SfN NeuroJobs Career Center connects employers with a pool of well-qualified candidates seeking opportunities ranging from postdoctoral and faculty positions to neuroscience-related jobs in industry and other areas. Job seekers and employers can take advantage of private interview booths and computers for posting and applying for jobs. For prices and more information on how to set up a NeuroJobs account, visit www.SfN.org/neurojobs. On-site payment can be made by credit card only.
