Initiatives
SfN fulfills its mission to advance the understanding of the brain and the nervous system through, education, outreach, career, advocacy, and growth initiatives.
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Increasing Women in Neuroscience (IWiN)
SfN is committed to promoting the representation of neuroscientists of all segments in our activities.
Professional Development Opportunities
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Trainee Professional Development Award
For undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows who are presenting abstracts at Neuroscience 2025. The 2025 application window is now closed. Please contact tpda@sfn.org with any questions.
Career Support
SfN provides a wealth of resources to contribute to career success for neuroscientists and to recognize lifetime achievements in the field.
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Awards and Grants
SfN awards more than $500,000 each year to help neuroscientists further their careers and to recognize members who support them.
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Find professional development, scientific training, and career advice resources for all career stages.
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Educator Support
SfN supports educational initiatives to increase neuroscience education in schools, reward scientific achievements among secondary students, and recognize public outreach.
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Public Education Programs
By supporting and encouraging scientific education programs, we help the public to explore the universe between the ears.
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Early Career Award
For students, postdoctoral fellows, and scientists in the field for a decade or less who have contributed remarkable research or achievements in neuroscience.
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Find a Neuroscientist
Learn how you can volunteer to bring neuroscience into your community's classrooms
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Public Outreach
SfN supports educational initiatives to increase neuroscience education in schools, reward scientific achievement among secondary students, and recognize public outreach.
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Brain Awareness Campaign
A worldwide celebration of the brain that brings together scientists, families, schools and communities.
