Welcome to the March 2026 edition of the President’s Corner, our eanNews series, in which I answer your questions about the EAN and its various initiatives.
This month we have a nice variety of questions, on our Research Fellowship programme, the forthcoming Brain Health Day, and of course the rapidly approaching 12th Congress of the European Academy of Neurology. As always, I am delighted to be able to provide my answers below.
If you would like a question answered, please keep an eye out for our upcoming posts inviting submissions for next month’s edition, or reach out anytime via email.
Best wishes,
Elena Moro, EAN President
How does the EAN Research Fellowship support young neurologists who are still uncertain about committing to a long-term academic career? Does the fellowship offer exposure to both clinical and research pathways?
By providing participants with grants of €2,000 per month and up top €500 in travel expenses, the EAN Research Fellowship can be an invaluable source of support for young neurologists, especially for those who may otherwise not have the resources to be able to undertake such a placement. Undertaking a temporary fellowship in a European academic neurological department abroad can be a formative experience for fellows, giving them an opportunity to expand their horizons, not only in terms of experience and training in neurology, but also personally. It is also a necessary step towards an academic career, for which it is known to be especially important to have experience abroad. Using the EAN Research Fellowship to conduct further research, or as part of a PhD, can have a huge impact and provides an opportunity to connect with many researchers and clinicians, making it one of the stepping stones toward your future academic path, as shown by our many reports from past participants.
The fellowship may support training and experience for European neurologists in any area of basic, clinical or applied research in neuroscience, as long as the application demonstrates that the experience or training will provide clear value to the participant or their home department beyond what would be available in their own country or institutions.
What exactly happens on Brain Health Day? Will it all be about brain health policy?
On Brain Health Day (18 March 2026) there is not just one type of thing happening — it is a full day of multiple, public-facing events all focused on improving brain health in Europe, policy being one of many topics discussed. The schedule includes:
• In the morning, the European Brain Health Summit organised by the EAN, in which strategies for prevention, lifespan brain health and coordinated action across research, care and society will be discussed
• In the early afternoon, an exhibition at the European Parliament organised by the EAN-led Brain Health Mission, showcasing why brain health matters for wellbeing, productivity and resilience, with practical ideas on prevention and early intervention
• In the late afternoon, a session on A European Vision for the Brain, organised by the European Brain Council and the Federation of European Neuroscience Societies, focusing on care, research, and innovation linked to upcoming EU funding and policy frameworks.
So, while policy is a major theme, the day also highlights awareness, advocacy, prevention, brain economy, science, and practical solutions for brain health.
Are there still reduced fees for this year’s EAN Congress?
Yes! The early registration fee, which offers discounts on all categories of onsite participation, is available until 22 April. In addition, EAN members benefit from further reductions (including virtual participation free of charge). If you are not already a member, please note that to take advantage of members’ fees, your membership application must be approved before 31 May, so it is best to take care of this right away. Sign up, register, and come join us in Geneva!
EAN Membership: Join – ean.org
Congress Registration: Registration – ean.org
