Everything Neuroscience (ΣN)

THIS YEAR'S THEME

NEUROPHYSIOLOGY

The 11th annual EN Conference centred around the theme of Neurophysiology, presenting a dynamic and comprehensive exploration of the field. This was the first year NAUS decided to host the event during the winter semester. The event served as a conduit for introducing a wide range of neurophysiology research topics to a diverse audience, including undergraduate and graduate students, visiting scholars, professors, and the interested public.

SPEAKER SESSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS

KEY THEMES ΣN 2024:

Memory Engrams & Neural Plasticity – Insights into how neuronal membership in memory engrams evolves with time and experience
Astrocytes & Memory Processing – Advances in computational glioscience and implications for brain function
Neuroendocrinology & Metabolic Disorders – Mechanistic effects of high-fat diets and industrial chemicals on hypothalamic neuronal function and obesity
Genetics of Reading Disabilities – Neural cell models, functional risk genes, and links to childhood-onset cognitive and psychiatric disorders
NMDA Receptors & Neuropsychiatric Disorders – Molecular mechanisms underlying schizophrenia, autism, GRIN disorder, and emerging therapeutic strategies
Translational Epilepsy Research – Bridging animal models to human applications through neural synchrony and pharmacological interventions

SPEAKERS

Speaker

DR. SHEENA JOSSELYN

Dr. Sheena Josselyn shared insights into her pioneering work on memory formation in mice, shedding light on how neuronal membership in an engram can evolve over time or with new experiences.

Speaker

DR. MAURIZIO DE PITTA

Dr. Maurizio De Pittà offered a lecture on the role of astrocytes in memory processing, discussing his advances in computational glioscience and its implications for understanding brain function.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS & SPECIAL THANKS

A huge thank you to:

🎤 Our incredible speakers for sharing their expertise
🎓 Our attendees for engaging discussions and making the event a success
🧠 The NAUS Executive Team for organizing this year’s ΣN Conference
💡 Our sponsors & partners for supporting neuroscience education and innovation

📸 And a special thank you to Lili Castiblanco for taking photos during the event
💜 See you next year at ΣN 2026!

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