SFN Neuroscience 2026, the Annual Meeting of Society for Neuroscience, returns to Washington DC, United States from 14 November 2026 to 18 November 2026, bringing the meeting community together. It connects specialists, practitioners and industry leaders, and has grown into a key date on the sector's calendar. As an annual event, it gives the community a regular moment to come together. It is staged by Society for Neuroscienc, whose experience shows in every detail of the programme.

Choosing Washington DC as the host city gives SFN Neuroscience 2026 a real sense of place. Visitors get the dual benefit of a focused professional programme and a destination worth exploring. Travel logistics are kind to visitors: Washington DC is easy to reach by air and easy to get around once you arrive. Accommodation ranges from business hotels near the venue to characterful stays in the centre, suiting every budget. Once the day wraps up, Washington DC has no shortage of restaurants, sights and things to do. Washington DC is among the most prominent event cities in United States, making it a natural choice for a gathering of this kind.

Attendees can dive into Neuroscience, Neurology, Brain Research, Brain Health and Neurotechnology through curated talks, live demonstrations and hands-on showcases. The format mixes main-stage keynotes with smaller, focused breakout tracks. Dedicated networking spaces make it easy to meet peers and build new connections.

It is a rare chance to learn from leading voices, discover what's next and grow your network in a single visit. SFN Neuroscience 2026 continues to be a meaningful meeting point for researchers, operators and enthusiasts.

Whether you attend for a single day or the full run, planning your visit in advance helps you make the most of your time on site.

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