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May 14 2026 -

GRI-UK Conference 2026

First ever GRI-UK Conference

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May 18 2026 -

Pint of Science

Pint of Science is a grassroots non-profit organisation that brings research out of the ivory tower and into where people are - the pub!

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May 18 2026 -

International Brain Health Conference 2026

Through the lenses of public health, personalised medicine, and early detection, the conference will examine emerging tools, biomarkers, and service models that enable earlier, more effective intervention and support brain health across the life course.

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May 20 2026 -

How 11-year-olds helped discover secrets of healthy brain ageing?

What can a school test taken at age 11 reveal about your life 80 years later? As part of Local Heritage Month, discover one of Scotland’s most remarkable stories—where ordinary schoolchildren from 1947 became part of a world-leading study into memory, ageing, and the human mind.

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May 20 2026 -

Neural regulation of feeding – exploring the contribution of astrocytes

INCR Seminar with Prof Kate Ellacot from the University of Exeter

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May 21 2026 -

Euan MacDonald Centre Spring Academic Afternoon 2026

This event is a great chance to connect with colleagues, spark new collaborations, and share ideas in a relaxed, friendly setting. Whether you’re a lab scientist, technician, clinician, nurse, clinical researcher, psychologist, funder, or simply interested in MND research, come along.

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Jun 02 2026 -

Engineering biology to improve health

This Academy of Medical Sciences event is open to anyone with a stake in the future of life sciences and healthcare innovation, including researchers across all academic career stages.

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Jun 02 2026 -

Alzheimer's beta-secretases: pathology, pharmacology, and evolution at the dawn of the nervous system

INCR Seminar Series with a research talk by Prof Christopher Southan

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Jun 03 2026 -

Dementia Masterclass

Join the BNA Dementia Masterclass for an in-depth exploration of the latest advancements in dementia research. This session brings together a renowned panel of leading experts to share cutting-edge insights and diverse perspectives. Engage in interactive discussion with speakers at the forefront of dementia research.

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Jun 10 2026 -

Open Evening at The Anne Rowling Regenerative Neurology Clinic

Come along to this unique clinic that unites patients, University researchers as well as NHS doctors and nurses to improve our understanding of degenerative diseases such as MS. Find out how they work together to advance drug discovery, patient care and the search for cures. Free to attend, no booking required - just turn up!

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Jun 11 2026 -

Neuroscience Day 2026

Neuroscience Day is our annual flagship event. Up to 400 colleagues from the University — from undergraduate students to senior professors — join this one-day conference. It showcases the breadth of research taking place at Edinburgh through a variety of talks, posters, exhibitions and networking opportunities.

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Jun 25 2026 -

2026 ASXL Research Symposium and Family Conference

The ASXL Research Symposium & Family Conference brings together scientists, clinicians, families, and caregivers to advance understanding of ASXL-related disorders, including Bohring-Opitz Syndrome (ASXL1), Shashi-Pena Syndrome (ASXL2), and Bainbridge-Ropers Syndrome (ASXL3).

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Jun 27 2026 -

Neuroreceptor Mapping 2026

This is the XV International Symposium on Functional Neuroreceptor Mapping of the Living Brain. NRM has been a cornerstone meeting for the neuro-PET community since its first gathering in 1995, bringing together researchers from around the world to share advances in molecular imaging of neuroreceptors.

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Jun 30 2026 -

Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) in Research - Summer School 2026

Are you wondering where to begin with Patient Public Involvement (PPI) in research? Are you brand new or just looking to build confidence when it comes to PPI and not sure how you should be doing it? Then the PPI Summer School is for you. (9am to 1pm each day)

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Jul 02 2026 -

Interdisciplinary Summer School 2026

What is the nature of cognition across different systems? What is the origin of life? What makes AI systems work? How should we think about causality? What makes an idea, a method or a model truly rigorous?

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Jul 04 2026 -

European Neuroscience Conference by Doctoral Students

ENCODS 2026: Brain in Context

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Jul 05 2026 -

Young PI Symposium 2026

Register before 28 February 2026! Are you a junior PI or a postdoc transitioning to independence? Join the 2nd Young PI Symposium happening 5 July in Barcelona, just before FENS 2026.

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Jul 06 2026 -

FENS Forum 2026: Meet us in Barcelona!

Barcelona

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Jul 07 2026 -

Drop-in Activity: Brain Lab

Run by the Montagne Lab, this FREE public engagement workshop will explore how the brain works, what it’s made of, and how it changes in conditions such as dementia. Come and join in a series of fun, hands-on activities!

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Jul 10 2026 -

How can an understudied gene teach us to fight dementia?

Come and hear about recent progress in clinical and pathological research, as well as developments in disease modelling. Get the opportunity to hear about the experience of living with ITM2B-associated dementia. There will be opportunities for posters and flash talks. The aim is to setup a network of ITM2B researchers to aid resource sharing and opportunities for development.

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