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2026 BRAIN Initiative Conference

Join us at the 2026 BRAIN Initiative Conference.

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The 2026 BRAIN Initiative® Conference convenes grant awardees, staff, leadership from the BRAIN Initiative’s federal and non-federal partners, and anyone interested in neuroscience and BRAIN Initiative-funded research. Conference participants will discuss the latest scientific developments and exciting research priorities for technology-driven innovation in neuroscience. The conference provides a forum for collaboration, discussion, and coordination across the BRAIN Initiative community. This conference is free and open to the public.

Poster Abstract Submissions Are Open! Submit your poster abstracts today. Spaces are limited and will be assigned on a first-come-first-serve basis. Submit by June 28, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

Symposia Submissions Are Open! Submit your proposal today by June 21, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

Photo and Video Contest is Open! This unique contest is an opportunity to showcase the stunning, colorful, and inspiring images captured by today’s advances in neurotechnology. Submissions are due by July 2, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

Location: Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center

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