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  3. The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to solicit public input on the barriers and solutions to reducing publication bias (i.e., the preferential dissemination of statistically significant or otherwise exciting studies) in biomedical research. Dissemination of positive as well as null studies (studies where the primary endpoint or key finding does not reach statistical significance) is vital for scientific progress and accurate assessment of cumulative evidence. However, formal dissemination of null studies is rare. Thus, we are seeking input on potential solutions that will address publication bias across biomedical research fields. Responses are due April 1st, 2024. You can learn more and submit responses here: https://go.nih.gov/2JgCwlV
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    The objective of this meeting is to promote the dissemination of all rigorously obtained biomedical research results by identifying novel interventions to reduce publication bias, which is the preferential dissemination of statistically significant or otherwise exciting studies. Such null studies, where the primary endpoint or key finding does not reach statistical significance, are especially rare in the literature. Dissemination of both positive and null studies, however, is vital for scientific progress and for accurate assessment of cumulative evidence. To Register for this event click HERE This workshop will bring together a diverse cross-section of individuals who promote scientific rigor and transparency and are invested in mitigating publication bias. Attendees from various sectors, including active researchers, publishers, science societies, funders, and the broader scientific community, will provide their perspectives on the extent and consequences of publication bias in biomedical research, current interventions to improve dissemination of null results, barriers to success, and lessons learned that could improve future endeavors. Over two days of interactive discussions, participants will seek to identify strategies that could accelerate change toward better valuing all rigorously conducted studies, independent of the experimental outcome. For additional information, including the link to view the meeting on NIH videocast, please visit the Agenda page. NINDS is also requesting public input on potential solutions for reducing publication bias against null studies via a Request for Information. Responses are due April 1st, 2024. You can learn more and submit responses here: https://go.nih.gov/2JgCwlV. Meeting Times: Monday, May 20 | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Tuesday, May 21 | 8:45 AM to 4:15 PM Location: Neuroscience Center Building (NSC) 6001 Executive Blvd, North Bethesda, MD 20852 Helpful Links: Agenda Logistics
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    Register for “How to Make and Present A Poster for Neuroscience 2024” and Other Tall Tales by selecting the attached link. In this one-hour long webinar, we will discuss key points of poster preparation and presentation, including where to start, how to visualize your ideas using text and figures, how to present to different audiences, how to handle questions and discussions at your poster, and how to follow up with your audience. Each speaker will share a 10-minute presentation and there will be time for open discussion and Q&A with attendees. * This is a previously recorded webinar that was used for Neuroscience 2023 which took place in Washington, D.C. All of the information shared in this webinar is still relevant and can be applied to Neuroscience 2024. Questions asked during this broadcast will be answered live using the Q&A in Zoom.
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    Register for “How to Submit an Impactful Abstract for Neuroscience 2024” and Other Tall Tales by selecting the attached link. Join Program Committee Chair Laura Colgin, Program Committee Member India Morrison, and Trainee Advisory Committee Member J. Alex Grizzell as they discuss how to put together an impactful abstract for Neuroscience 2024, which will be held in Chicago on October 5 – 9. During this webinar, you will learn some insightful tips on submitting your abstract, and the presenters will be available to answer any questions you may have.
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    Register for “Prefrontal Regulation of Safety Learning during Ethologically Relevant Thermal Threat” and Other Tall Tales by selecting the attached link. Join this interactive session as Anthony Burgos-Robles and Ada Felix-Ortiz discuss their paper, “Prefrontal Regulation of Safety Learning during Ethologically Relevant Thermal Threat”, with eNeuro Editor-in-Chief Christophe Bernard. Attendees can submit questions at registration and live during the webinar. Below is the significance statement of the paper published on January 25, 2024 in eNeuro and authored by Ada C. Felix-Ortiz, Jaelyn M. Terrell, Carolina Gonzalez, Hope D. Msengi, Miranda B. Boggan, Angelica R. Ramos, Gabrielle Magalhães, and Anthony Burgos-Robles This study provides new insights on the role of prefrontal cortical processing for threat and safety learning during thermal challenge. For this, a novel behavioral paradigm was implemented in which laboratory mice learned that a particular spatial zone was associated with either a noxious cold temperature (“thermal threat”) or a pleasant warm temperature (“thermal safety”). Manipulations of neuronal activity revealed that the prelimbic and infralimbic subregions of the medial prefrontal cortex bidirectionally regulated memory formation for the thermal safety zone, but not for the thermal threat zone. In addition, the influence of these cortical regions during safety memory formation was altered when mice underwent a stress treatment to produce a disease-like state. Registration is now open for all upcoming webinars. The webinars are complimentary for SfN members and $15 for nonmembers. Activate your account to receive member access to webinars.
  10. Jayalakshmi Viswanathan

    AI in Neuroscience

    This is a great question to consider and discuss, because AI has the potential to exacerbate the existing rigor and reproducibility crisis, or to ameliorate it. As a contractor doing Program Development at NIA, I work on the Alzheimer's Preclinical Efficacy Database, or AlzPED (https://alzped.nia.nih.gov/) and analysis of publications in the field of testing Alzheimer's therapeutics in animal models shows the trends of poor rigor and reporting practices that are not getting better over time (atleast not fast enough). A crucial aspect of AI/ML models is that junk-in means junk-out - that is, the integrity of the data that models are trained on will dictate the utility and validity of these models. In considering how AI may intersect with rigor and reproducibility - it does come down to how scientists may use any other tool. Researchers, journals, non-profits, and funding agencies need to work to improve the rigor and reproducibility crisis, and as suggested previously, develop best practices, standards, and accountability measures for AI in parallel.
  11. Jayalakshmi Viswanathan

    Spreading Neuroscience Throughout all Communities

    I'd like to raise 2 points for consideration and discussion of this topic. 1) I've learned a lot about neuroscience communication since the publication of my book, Baby Senses. I've been trying to learn from the artist and children's fiction writers communities how to make science more engaging. I often find that non-fiction can come across as dry and boring while fiction - even while being factual - can come across as enchanting and interesting. I've myself been using principles of story telling, art, and narrative creative non-fiction to get a lay audience interested in science, and have, for BAW 2024, used puppets to engage very young audiences in sensory neuroscience (in a collaborative project). 2) While communicating to communities traditionally under-represented in STEM and neuroscience, it is important to go in with a nuanced and considered approach. Once, when I was TAing a summer high school biology/histology class for first nations students during my Masters, I came out of the class thinking I had been incomprehensible. I kept attempting to make the session interactive and waiting for their response without understanding that culturally it is unusual for first nation communities to participate in interactions without "electing" a representative to speak for the group. This was very eye opening for me - when I read the teacher evaluations, the students still rated my class as one of the best they'd been to, which was completely contrary to my impressions. All this to say, when I approach neuroscience communication, I try to meet people where they are at and use a nuanced approach since minorities in science can feel easily discouraged from neuroscientific careers and a one-size-fits-all approach doesn't work.
  12. Jayalakshmi Viswanathan

    Seeing into the Synapse: an eye-opening discussion

    Dr. Matthew Dalva is the Presidential Chair, Director of the Tulane Brain Institute and Professor of Cell and Molecular Biology. His research is focused on synapses biology. His lecture Seeing into the Synapse was an introduction to the study of synapses – how they form, how they are maintained, and what are the factors that affect their attributes (such as size and strength). One fascinating aspect of synapses is that they are quite sparse. While a single dendritic spine (protrusions from dendrites at the end of which synapses may form) may touch about 12 different axons, only one forms the synapse. To investigate questions like how decisions about synapse formation and maintenance are executed at the molecular and nano scales, Dr. Dalva discussed a series of experiments. The role of ephBs and ephrinBs (found in dendritic filopodia) in synapse formation was highlighted using knock-out animal models resulting in 40% fewer spine synapses, and the restoration of these proteins rescued synapse formation. Subsequent modeling of the role of EphB signaling demonstrated that while rapid photoactivation of this protein results in the retraction of filopodia to seek new targets, slow and sustained activation of this protein triggers synapse formation indicating that the rate of activation is the key to determining synapse formation. Next, Dr. Dalva discussed elements of structural features of a synapse and using super-resolution synaptic imaging shed light on the nano-scale order within synapses. The beautiful images of the synapses and quantification of these revealed nanocolumns of clustered proteins which determine synaptic strength/integrity – there was a correlation between number of the nanoscale column structures and size of the spine. Further investigation from his lab revealed that physical processes like liquid-liquid phase separation can play an important role in how proteins cluster to form these nanocolumns and determine synapse strength, both at the pre-synaptic and post-synaptic sites. As a neuroscientist and a neuroartist, I was very excited to tune in to this SfN webinar in March 2024. The title drew me in on multiple levels, the primary being curiosity to understand the synapse, the point of connection between neurons that forms the building blocks of all the amazing feats of nervous systems. I was also hoping for beautiful images of neuroart, and this lecture did not disappoint on any level. The lecture spanned many aspects of synapse biology – protein-protein interaction, structure-function relationships, biophysics, temporality of synapse formation, etc., and the rich discussions during the Q&A further expanded it. The discussion covered topics related to how synapse elements might be changing and how they can be measured during development, aging, disease, etc., as well as how these nanoscale elements might generalize across type of neurons (excitatory vs inhibitory). I would recommend this lecture to all neuroscientists with an interest in synapse biology.
  13. I think there are 2 main ways to do this. The first is to create opportunities, from elementary school to the final years of graduation, integrating neuroscience into their lives and conveying the concept that neuroscience is not restricted to the laboratory or operating room. Neuroscience is all around us, it explains what we are! I think it should be taught like mathematics, geography, etc. I believe that also creating jobs and opportunities for employment, for studying at universities, is also a great idea, bringing the community together to take up positions, be interested in science, whether through extension courses. Regarding underserved communities, I think that outreach programs are vital. It is important that leaders in neuroscience, in the health area, educators, etc., get closer to vulnerable populations, going to these places, talking to people, understanding what they need, their desires, carrying out educational programs. Involving the leaders of these communities is a great strategy, and the experiences that can be shared are always rewarding. Many people need is just a chance for someone to believe in them, and if we have the chance to be this someone is just amazing
  14. valeria muoio

    AI in Neuroscience

    I think the general principle of scientific research must always be ethics, and the neuroscientist must keep this in mind. So, I cannot conceive of a world where neuroscience is not linked to ethics, even though I know that this is not always true. I believe that the full use of ChatGPT without it being only instrumental for ideas (or helping with creativity blocks - who hasn't never had them?) is wrong and it goes against the ethical principles of intellectual property or creativity, of expression of science as a whole. ChatGPT does not obey the rules of academia, and still does not obey the rules of science. That said, the reality is that ChatGTP , Leonardo and others are here to stay. And if so, we should see it naturally and as a sign of the cultural revolution and the passage of time. And better than anything else, Neuroscience aways had thrived in challenge times. We have all the tools to adapt, so neuroscience and neuroscientists will adapt to this new cultural and intellectual transformation.But we need to have rules and establish standards of conduct about the instrumental , not protagonist, use of artificial intelligence .We need to stablish good practices and make use of verification tools (like AI detector programs).There are already good artificial intelligence detectors and I believe that they may be useful for scientific websites and accontable neuroscience journals . ChatGTP is a cultural , intelectual and social transformation . And like everything in humankind history, we must learn to adapt in a good and ethical way. Neuroscientists can play an important role in this adaptation and ajust ChatGTP to this new world of us.
  15. valeria muoio

    Supporting Accessibility in Neuroscience

    I think leaders in the brain science community should lead efforts to include everyone. We need embrace all kinds of people because brain science does best when it has lots of different minds working on challenges together! People with different physical or mental traits, whether that features make things hard for them or help them , are really important for making the science world more interesting. I see this not only in this scientist's story 9which is amazing and inspiring), but in my own family too. My sister is an amazing doctor, despite having one-sided deafness, which she got as an adult. It was tough for her to deal with this new way of hearing, and it changed how she sees the world. But she had to adapt, and it also brought out new talents in her, making her better at her job. As a doctor, she got better at feeling things, seeing things, analizing patient's anatomy, all very important skills for her work. So, even though she was great before she lost her hearing, now she's even better. I admire her for inspiring her students and other doctors. And as an impaired hearing surgeon, she got really interested in brain science and I tease her that she is an honorary neuroscientist. I believe that it's our job to help people to adapt, embrace and live tho the fullest.
  16. Daisy Gallardo

    What are you Researching?

    As a third-year PhD student, my work is focused on investigating neurodegeneration in an Alzheimer's disease (AD) mouse model. AD is characterized by the progressive accumulation of amyloid plaques, tau tangles, and neuronal death. While much attention has been directed towards targeting neurotoxic extracellular amyloid accumulations, the recently approved therapy, "Lecanamab," has only shown modest efficacy in slowing cognitive decline. Therefore, there remains a significant unmet need for therapies that can effectively reduce or delay disease progression. In my research at Dr. Oswald's Steward's lab, we are shifting our focus towards neuron-intrinsic interventions, aiming to reduce neurons' vulnerability to degeneration. The lab has previously published on the ability to induce neuronal growth in adult neurons by activation of the mTOR pathway. This led to our interest in inducing cell growth as a potential neuroprotective method in the context of Alzheimer's disease. The idea is that by reverting neurons to a cell growth state, a "youthful" state, this may lead to a reduction or delay in neuronal death. We're hopeful that this will result in a deeper understanding of the mechanisms underlying neuronal dysfunction in AD.
  17. This travel grant opportunity is open to undergrads, grad students, PhD students, post-docs, MD students and residents training in psychiatry. Winners will be able to present their research at the 29th annual Wisconsin Symposium on Emotion hosted by Dr. Ned Kalin and Dr. Richie Davidson on April 17-18, 2024. Application Deadline is Sunday, March 10, 2024. More information on this program can be found on the Wisconsin Symposium on Emotion website.
  18. In recent years, the neuroscience community has become more diverse. In her article, "My Experience as a Deaf Person in Science," Melody Schwenk recounts her experience studying neuroscience as a student who is deaf. What are some ways the neuroscience community can be more accessible, whether that is within the deaf community or otherwise?
  19. Sam Staples

    AI in Neuroscience

    With the rise of AI programs such as ChatGPT, how can neuroscientists remain accountable to scientific rigor?
  20. What are some ways you and the Neuroscience Community can further the dissemination of neuroscience understanding and practice not only in your community, but also in underserved communities?
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    Register now for Neuronal Population Encoding of Identity in Primate Prefrontal Cortex by selecting the attached link. Join this interactive session as Keshov Sharma and Lizabeth Romanski discuss their paper, “Neuronal Population Encoding of Identity in Primate Prefrontal Cortex”, with JNeurosci Editor-in-Chief Sabine Kastner. Attendees can submit questions at registration and live during the webinar. Below is the significance statement of the paper published on November 14, 2023 in JNeurosci and authored by Keshov Sharma, Mark Diltz, Theodore Lincoln, Eric Albuquerque, and Lizabeth Romanski. Primates are unique in their ability to process and utilize complex, multisensory social information. The brain networks that support this are distributed across the temporal and frontal lobes. In this study, we characterize how social variables like identity and expression are encoded in the neural activity of the ventrolateral prefrontal cortex (VLPFC), a prefrontal region of the macaque brain. We found that most single neurons do not appear to encode these variables, but populations of neurons display similar activity patterns that are primarily differentiated by the identity of the conspecific that a macaque is attending to. Furthermore, by employing dynamic, audiovisual, multisensory stimuli, our experiment better approximates real world conditions, making our findings more generalizable.
  22. Japhet Kineze

    What are you Researching?

    Nigeria faces a critical shortage of neurological care, making it extremely difficult for individuals to access high-quality treatment. Additionally, student interest in pursuing a career in neurology has declined. This situation is particularly concerning in war zones, where access to care and resources is even more limited. My research passion lies in understanding how armed conflict hinders access to quality neurological care and neuroscience education, particularly in war-torn regions of Nigeria. By gathering critical data on this issue, I aim to inform improvements in learning environments, student support systems, and financing mechanisms for neurological medical treatment. Through my healthcare and technology startup, NeuralVillage, I aim to combine neuroscience, genetics, and architecture to improve the quality of life for individuals suffering from neurological and neurosurgical diseases across Africa and beyond. By leveraging research and education, we will deliver accessible, secure, and affordable digital healthcare services. Furthermore, I plan to actively participate in policy-making, focusing on the needs of medical professionals, educators, and students at university teaching hospitals in conflict-affected states of Nigeria. My vision is to expand this initiative to other neighbouring countries and, ultimately, reach even the most remote communities. I believe that, as scientists, by broadening our reach, we can bridge the gap between neuroscience and education, raise awareness of neurological care, and secure funding for sustainable projects in this critical field. I am open for collaboration. Please feel free to reach out.
  23. valeria muoio

    What are you Researching?

    As a neurosurgeon, I feel deeply dissatisfied with the treatment available to treat our patients. We certainly need to increase our therapeutic arsenal. I believe that this dissatisfaction is the driving force behind my work (I believe that many colleagues share this feeling) I currently have 3 lines of work and research 1. neurooncology: we look for therapeutic targets for childhood tumors that are more prevalent in pediatrics, such as medulloblastoma and ependymoma 2. cerebral palsy and movement disorders (especially in children). Children with cerebral palsy have many problems with locomotion and motility (especially spasticity and dystonia). The most commonly used treatments today (drugs and surgeries such as DBS (deep brain stimulation) still need to be greatly improved. My team is researching new interventions in the connectome of these children, such as new targets, microfocused ultrasound and different brain stimulation techniques. 3.Education: training new generations is a fundamental factor for the development of neuroscience, as well as ensuring a healthy environment where minds can offer their best. My passion is to help new neurosurgeons and healthcare students embrace neuroscience in a happy and responsible way
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    Register for How to Navigate the Peer Review Process by selecting the attached link. You’ve chosen your journal and submitted your paper, but what happens next? Join this hour-long webinar to hear Editors-in-Chief Sabine Kastner (JNeurosci) and Mariela Zirlinger (Neuron) discuss how editors and reviewers are assigned, desk rejections, and responding to reviewer feedback. Attendees are encouraged to submit questions at registration and live during the webinar. This webinar is part of a series from SfN Journals and Elsevier covering topics related to the publishing process.
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    Register for How to Put Together an Abstract for Neuroscience 2024 by selecting the attached link. In this one-hour long webinar, you will learn key points of drafting and submitting a scientific abstract. Learn how to prepare your submission for Neuroscience 2024, including what information to include, key deadlines, and what materials you need to submit. Bring your questions as there will be time for open discussion and Q&A with attendees.
  26. Dr. Nana Voitenko's journey from a background in Math and Physics to working in a neuroscience lab is a testament to following one's passion. Her story is inspirational and teaches us that dedication to science can overcome any adversity. Dr. Voitenko persevered and shifted her focus to improving the medical education system. Her actions not only demonstrate hope for a better future but also her dedication to building a brighter tomorrow. Along with continuing her work despite tumultuous times, she is also contributing to the betterment of her country by developing an implant for damaged nerve restoration. I am grateful that I haven't encountered any obstacles that have affected my work and education thus far. Nonetheless, I find Dr. Voitenko's courage and commitment to be truly admirable. As a medical student who is trying to build up my career, I have learned to persevere and stay dedicated, even when faced with difficult circumstances.
  27. Dr. Nana Voitenko and her lab were making an effort to continue their research, in any way possible, while fearing for their own and other family members' lives. The effort to save cell cultures, chemicals, and other research materials during the power outage while dealing with the immense mental stress brought on by the war emphasizes their dedication to science. This is truly inspiring as a PhD student when, currently, my only constraint for scientific progress is time. Their experiences put into perspective the ease with which I can continue doing research on a daily basis. The biggest takeaway from this, regarding how to navigate obstacles in research, regardless of how minor, is to adapt and pivot. Focus on areas that you can control or make progress on. One example is Dr. Voitenko's transition to developing a "European style" medical school to enhance the training of medical students. She also made use of SfN’s amazing community and led a meaningful change to the issue of male scientists needing funding but not being able to leave the country.
  28. Sai Lavanya Patnala

    Meet the 2024 Community Leaders!

    Hello everyone! My name is Lavanya and I am a medical student from India. My budding interest in Neurology brought me here. I am excited to be a part of this amazing online community and to be a Neuronline community leader. As a Neuronline community leader, I hope to actively engage in conversations and learn from everyone's perspectives. During my first year at medical school, I had the most fun learning neuroanatomy. The dissection of the brain and its structures fascinated me. It was much later, during the COVID-19 pandemic that I first realized my interest in Neurology. What began as a casual exploration of online courses transformed into a genuine passion for Behavioral Neurology. I believe that there is a vast scope of research at the intersection of neuroscience and behavior. As I nurtured this interest, I became more curious and observant of my daily life. I was inspired to conduct a study to find the prevalence of migraine, its disability, and its impact on sleep quality among undergraduate medical students. I am currently an intern and have just begun my journey to residency. Although I am not actively involved with any ongoing neuroscience research right now, I am excited to learn from all the community leaders worldwide and understand the scope of research going on in the field. I am enthusiastic to interact with experienced scientists and learn their worldview, as well I am excited at the prospect of any collaboration. Apart from my curriculum, I enjoy cooking and baking. I also occasionally make short video content. I believe the food we eat not only affects our gut health but, also majorly affects our mood and energy levels. My goal for this year is to integrate my passion for cooking with my interest in Neuroscience. Looking forward to interacting with everyone throughout the year!
  29. Somewhere Over the Rainbow: The Dreams We Dare to Dream for ALS Can Come True This webinar features Eva L. Feldman, MD, PhD, a clinician scientist whose career in neurology and neuroscience focuses on understanding the underlying causes of ALS and other neurodegenerative diseases, as well as the factors that determine disease susceptibility versus disease resilience. Updates in Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) Ann McKee, PhD, describes the emergence of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) as a distinct disease over the past 20 years in this joint webinar with the American Physiological Society (APS), SfN, Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS), American Autonomic Society (AAS), and InsideScientific. Networking, Mentoring, and Diversity in Neuroscience From the point of view of a developmental neurobiologist and university vice president promoting communications and diversity, this session will discuss the importance of networking, mentorship, and the need for diverse role models to inspire the next generation of neuroscientists worldwide. Introducing the 2024 Neuronline Community Leaders! The Community Leaders' program is a group of active SfN members who are interested in cultivating the sharing and discussion of resources among SfN members on the Neuronline Community. Read more about the program and the new cohort of Community Leaders!
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