Chapters
Further SfN’s mission at the community level.
About Our Chapters
SfN’s 75 active chapters around the United States and the globe further SfN’s mission at the community level by providing opportunities for neuroscientists to network, educate communities about neuroscience, and engage in local advocacy.
Chapters take-on a range of activities throughout the year, including:
- Networking opportunities for students, academics, researchers, and other professionals
- Chapters Workshop at SfN’s annual meeting to exchange best practices and advice
- Public outreach and educational activities, such as Brain Awareness Week and Brain Bees
- Advocacy activities to promote the importance of neuroscience
Get Engaged
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Start or Reactivate a Chapter
Interested in starting or reactivating a chapter? If there is no chapter in your area, you may submit a petition to start a new chapter. In the event the local chapter is inactive, you may reactivate the existing chapter.
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Advocate with your Chapter
Get involved with your local SfN chapter and help to coordinate advocacy activities to promote the importance of neuroscience.
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Submit nomination for the Next Generation Award
The Next Generation Award recognizes SfN chapter members who have made outstanding contributions to public communication, outreach, and education about neuroscience.
