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Neuroscience Meeting Planner Now Available
Navigate Neuroscience 2009 using the online Neuroscience Meeting Planner (NMP). Search full text abstracts of oral and poster presentations and create itineraries through the NMP.
SfN's Diversity Grant Renewed
SfN received grant funding from the NIH/NINDS to continue the Neuroscience Scholars Program (NSP) for an additional five years. The NSP began in 1981 and reflects SfN’s ongoing commitment to advancing diversity in neuroscience. The Program offers 3-year fellowships to underrepresented minority students and postdoctoral trainees, including travel support to the SfN annual meeting, funding for career enrichment activities, and mentoring and networking opportunities.
Neural Pathway Missing in Tone-Deaf People
Nerve fibers that link perception and motor regions of the brain are disconnected in tone-deaf people, according to new research in the August 19 issue of The Journal of Neuroscience. Experts estimate that at least 10 percent of the population may be tone deaf – unable to sing in tune. The new finding identifies a particular brain circuit that appears to be absent in these individuals. View press release.
Neuroscience 2009: Early Registration Savings Available Until September 24
Neuroscience 2009 advance registration for members and nonmembers is open until September 24. Before registering online, have your member ID number and password ready. Request missing ID or password. Registration is required to book a hotel reservation.
Become a Fan of SfN’s New Facebook Page
The Society for Neuroscience invites you to join the official SfN Page on Facebook. Connect with neuroscientists from around the globe, view the latest SfN posts, and find up-to-date information about Neuroscience 2009. Sign up today.
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Publications
Annual Report - SfN's FY2008 report
Brain Briefings - A newsletter exploring clinical applications of neuroscience
Brain Facts - A primer on the brain and nervous system. Download the new edition!
Brain Research Success Stories - A series describing neuroscience advances and the impact of federal funding
Neuroscience Nexus - SfN's biweekly e-newsletter, August 21 issue
Neuroscience Quarterly - SfN's member newsletter, Summer 2009 issue
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