HAPPENING TOMORROW! Join this webinar for early-career neuroscientists on science advocacy and policy engagement, led by former SfN Early Career Policy Ambassadors. Aug 6, 1–2PM EDT. Don't miss it — register now: vist.ly/5dpwr

ICYMI: Meet Maya Sapiurka, PhD, a scientific and technical writer at USP, in our latest #CareersInNeuroscience profile. Learn how her curiosity led to neuroscience, a rewarding career beyond academia, and translating complex science into accessible content. Watch now at: vist.ly/5djf3

Where are they now? Catch up with an NSP alum as they share their journey to a career in academia. ▶️ Watch now on Neuronline: vist.ly/5diyt

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Join this interactive webinar to learn how to write clear, compelling research summaries for funding applications, faculty positions, and public communications. Gain practical tips from science communication experts and bring your questions for the live Q&A. 🔗: vist.ly/5dex7

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HAPPENING TOMORROW! Join Dr. Dzirasa as he discusses the challenges and opportunities that shaped his career, his innovative research on understanding and regulating brain function, and the role of scientific discovery in creating positive societal impact. Register now: vist.ly/5crvk

HAPPENING TOMORROW! Where you publish shapes your research's visibility, credibility & impact. Join researchers & editors as they break down journal fit, quality signals, and how to read impact metrics. Bring your questions and share your perspective. Register Now:⬇️ vist.ly/5cmyn

ICYMI: Meet Derek L. Buhl, PhD, Scientific Director at AbbVie, in our latest #CareersInNeuroscience profile. Explore his path to industry, the skills that shaped his career, and why strong connections matter when transitioning beyond academia. Read on Neuronline: vist.ly/5cga2

Choosing a journal for your research? Join experienced researchers and editors, July 28, 12 pm EDT for a discussion about assessing journal fit, identifying credible signals of quality, and evaluating impact metrics. Register: https://neuronline.sfn.org/professional-development/beyond-impact-factor

Early-career neuroscientist? Learn how to turn your science into policy impact. Join former SfN Early Career Policy Ambassadors for this webinar on advocacy, science communication, and connecting with policymakers. Aug 6, 1–2PM EDT. 🔗: vist.ly/5c99k

Protecting brain health can often start with improving everyday habits. What have you done to rest and reset this #WorldBrainDay? Let us know in the comments below! Learn more about the benefits of resting in this article from @brainfacts.org: vist.ly/5c64v #neurosky #neuroskyence

Give Your Brain a Break

Discover the role sleep and rest play for your brain.

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Mental health is an important component of brain health. So, this #WorldBrainDay we're asking: in 2026, is social media more helpful or more harmful to our mental health? Comment below or join this discussion on Neuronline! 👇 vist.ly/5c5ew

Happy #WorldBrainDay 🧠The activities we do matter: They change our brains. Sandrine shares her favorite brain fact, plus one thing she believes everyone should know about the brain. #AskaNeuroscientist

Your brain has billions of neurons. Put a few of them to work with this #WorldBrainDay quiz

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🧠 It's #WorldBrainDay! Brain health is essential to how we learn, work, connect, and thrive. Every discovery brings us closer to earlier diagnoses, better prevention, and care that reaches every community. Put your curiosity to the test with this quiz. 🔗 vist.ly/5c44s #neurosky

HAPPENING TOMORROW! Mentorship matters—at every career stage. Join our live AMA webinar with neuroscientists from Season 3 of Think Alike? 🎧 Ask about finding mentors, growing your career, & strengthening mentor-mentee relationships. Come with questions. Leave with insight. vist.ly/5buta

Join Dr. Kafui Dzirasa as he shares his journey from aspiring engineer to a globally recognized neuroscience leader. Discover how his work at the intersection of neuroscience and engineering is advancing brain research and creating meaningful societal impact. Register now: vist.ly/5bgt4

HAPPENING TOMORROW! Want to connect with policymakers during the August congressional recess? Learn how to plan in-district meetings and lab tours, craft compelling advocacy messages, and build relationships with congressional offices. Register now: vist.ly/5bby8

HAPPENING TOMORROW! Join the discussion with Ulrike Basten and #JNeurosci Reviewing Editor Monica Rosenberg on July 14, 2 P.M. EDT Register Now ⬇️ vist.ly/5b36z

ICYMI: What is neuroarts, and how can it benefit health and wellbeing? Watch our on-demand webinar with the NeuroArts Blueprint Initiative. 🎨🧠 The speakers also shared answers to additional audience questions—now available on Neuronline! vist.ly/5axt6

Mentorship can shape your career at any stage. Join our live AMA-style webinar with neuroscientists from Season 3 of Think Alike? Bring your questions about mentoring, and building strong mentor-mentee relationships from scientists across career stages. Register now: vist.ly/5at63

Join the next #ResearchInConversation webinar series as Ulrike Basten discusses her #JNeurosci paper on decision-making and psychological resilience with RE Monica Rosenberg 🗓 July 14 | 2 PM EDT 🔗 Register: https://neuronline.sfn.org/scientific-research/positive-choice-bias-and-resilience

Congress is in recess this August—make it count. Join this webinar to learn how to plan in-district meetings and lab tours, craft impactful advocacy messages, and build relationships with congressional offices. Led by SfN Advocacy + CRD Associates. Register now: vist.ly/5ai37

Meet Maya Sapiurka, PhD, a scientific and technical writer at USP, in our latest #CareersInNeuroscience profile. Learn how her curiosity led her to neuroscience, how she built a fulfilling career beyond academia, and how she makes complex science accessible. Watch now at: vist.ly/5a9bd

Take a deeper look at the people behind the science. Go beyond the science with our Meet - the - Expert series—featuring SfN talks that share the careers, challenges, and insights of leading neuroscientists navigating a changing field. vist.ly/5a478

Meet-the-Experts

Get a personal glimpse into the careers and mindsets of leading scientists who are solving complex challenges and navigating evolving field opportunities.

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ICYMI: What if we’ve been overlooking a key brain building block? 🧠 Lipids make up 50%+ of its dry weight and shape memory, signaling & disease. Community Leader Grace Valentine Olagunju explores lipidomics’ impact on brain health. Read the full article on Neuronline 📖: vist.ly/59r3m

The comment period on the proposed OMB rule closes July 13. Your input can help protect merit-based science funding. Join fellow #NeuroAdvocates and submit a comment today: vist.ly/59mbt #neurosky #neuroskyence #scisky #medsky

Register for the next #ResearchInConversation webinar, "Positive Choice Bias and Resilience," July 14, 2PM EDT 🔗 Register: https://neuronline.sfn.org/scientific-research/positive-choice-bias-and-resilience 📄 Read the paper: https://doi.org/10.1523/JNEUROSCI.1734-25.2026

What platforms do you spend most of your time online right now? We’re on all three—follow us wherever you are 👇 🐦 X: @NeuronlineSfN 🧵 Threads: @neuronline.sfn 🦋 Bluesky: You're Here!📍

ICYMI: Explore these chapter spotlights and more on Neuronline to learn more about chapter leaders and how chapters fit into the SfN mission. vist.ly/5986d

Happening Tomorrow! The future of research depends on scientists staying informed and engaged. Don't miss this members-only town hall with SfN's Advocacy Team and legislative advisors. The session will not be recorded, so join us live for the conversation.

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📣 SfN Members: Don’t miss out! Join SfN’s Advocacy Team & legislative advisors tomorrow for a members-only off-the-record town hall to discuss the stakes of the recently proposed OMB rule & explore next steps in maximizing your effectiveness as a #NeuroAdvocate. 🔗 vist.ly/58r98