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Local, national and international events of interest to the community

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Aug 25 2026 -

The Brain Conference: Cancer Neuroscience

Registration is now open for the Brain Conference Cancer Neuroscience. Explore cutting-edge research on how the nervous system and cancer interact, reshaping our understanding of neuroscience and oncology. Register by 2 March 2026

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Aug 28 2026 -

Scottish Neuroscience Group Meeting

A mix of talks from PhD students and early-career researchers from across Scottish universities, including Edinburgh, St Andrews, Dundee, Strathclyde, Aberdeen, Glasgow, Heriot Watt and more.

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Aug 31 2026 -

The DORA introductory course on responsible research assessment

The introductory responsible research assessment (RRA) course aims to empower anyone to challenge existing assumptions around research quality and impact, by introducing them to the concept of responsible research assessment, its foundational principles, and how RRA aims to improve evaluation practices.

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Sep 01 2026 -

93rd Harden Conference: Endosomal-lysosomal network dysfunction in neurodegeneration

This meeting aims to generate new insight into the latest advances in the endosomal-lysosomal system to enhance the rate of discovery in neurodegenerative research. Researchers from all career stages across the academic and industrial sectors will come together to exchange ideas, share cutting edge methodologies and technical knowledge, and formulate new collaborations. This meeting will also facilitate the establishment of an ongoing network of researchers interested in the endosomal-lysosomal system to push forward diagnostic and therapeutic strategies in this rapidly moving area of research.

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Sep 02 2026 -

BACN Annual Meeting

The BACN Annual Conference, which has been running for over 20 years, is an opportunity for researchers in the field of cognitive neuroscience to share knowledge and network.

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Sep 03 2026 -

Study of Behavioural Phenotypes 28th International Research Symposium (SSBP)

Organised by the Patrick Wild Centre, the theme of this conference is Translational Synergies: Bridging Fundamental Science and Clinical Research in Genetic Neurodevelopmental Conditions, with keynotes from both clinical academics and fundamental neuroscientists. Abstract submission closes Saturday 16 May 2026

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Sep 07 2026 -

Clinical Genomes Scotland Meeting

Recognising the major developments over the past five years in the application of genome technologies and information to healthcare, including the rapidly falling costs of genome sequencing.

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Sep 09 2026 -

UK Stroke Research Workshop 2026

SAVE THE DATE! Abstract submission: Sunday 7 June 2026

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Sep 11 2026 -

NeuroBioUK

NeuroBioUK is an annual one-day event for the neuronal and glial cell biology community in the UK. We want to build a platform where we get to hear about the latest work with an emphasis on early career speakers (PhD, Post-doc and Junior PIs) selected from submitted abstracts, and networking between scientists with a common interest.

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Sep 14 2026 -

Berlin Single Molecule Biophysics Course

Are you considering single molecule experiments for your project, but not sure where to start? Would you like to know how to record activity of single ion channels? Or how to perform TIRF experiments? Or you just want to learn how to analyse single molecule data?

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Sep 16 2026 -

Genomics of Brain Disorders

This meeting will bring together international scientists and clinicians working across psychiatric, neurodegenerative, and neurodevelopmental disorders to explore how genetic variation shapes brain function and disease across the lifespan. By integrating perspectives from diverse disease areas, the conference aims to identify shared principles and emerging insights across brain disorders.

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Sep 16 2026 -

European Geriatric Medicine Society Congress 2026

The theme for the 2026 congress is “Optimizing Function: a Key to Healthy Ageing”

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Sep 18 2026 -

The Alzheimer Scotland Conference 2026

Continuing on from Dementia Awareness Week, the conference theme is ‘Better Care, Full Stop’ which builds on the charity's recent campaigning work.

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Sep 21 2026 -

AI for Brain Health

The Generative AI Laboratory (GAIL), the Centre for Doctoral Training in Biomedical AI (Ai4Bi) and Edinburgh Medical School invite you to a one-day event exploring how AI is transforming brain health. This event will showcase breadth of work and expertise of researchers across the University, alongside speakers from industry and academia.

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Sep 28 2026 -

Membrane Contact Sites in Cellular Homeostasis

This meeting will focus on mechanisms underlying membrane contact site formation, remodelling and function, showcasing advances in the field from both leading academics and early-career researchers. Membrane contact sites are important interaction hubs with key roles in inter-organellar signalling, organelle biogenesis, lipid distribution, small molecule exchange, and metabolic rewiring and represent a cornerstone of modern cell biology research.

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Sep 29 2026 -

LERU Members’ Horizon Europe Cluster 5 Infoday & Brokerage Event

This LERU members-led initiative will support early engagement with the Horizon Europe Cluster 5 2027 Work Programme and help participants build competitive consortia. It will bring together researchers, industry representatives and other key stakeholders from across Europe. The event is coordinated by the University of Cambridge.

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Sep 30 2026 -
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Sep 30 2026 -

Communicating Science and Shaping Research: the role of PPIE

This event will explore the importance of Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) in shaping research, improving communication, and building partnerships that lead to more impactful science.

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Oct 05 2026 -

The Brain Conference on Neural Foundations of Communication: Integrative Approaches Across Species

This interdisciplinary conference brings together leading researchers exploring the neural and behavioral foundations of communication across species. Featured speakers studying human language will present their work, along with experts who focus on a range of diverse animal models, and those leveraging AI, jointly exploring the mechanisms of vocal learning, perception, and production.

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Oct 05 2026 -

47th Edinburgh Clinical Neurology Course

This is annual course with a practical emphasis, for anyone with an interest in neurology, has now been running in Edinburgh for over 40 years. The course covers a wide variety of topics from Edinburgh and UK-wide expert speakers. Register before 13 September 2026

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