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In Memoriam Ragnar Stien, MD (1938-2026)

21 Oct 2026

It is with deep sadness that we mark the passing of Professor Mark Hallett, MD, an eminent neurologist, researcher, and global leader whose work profoundly advanced the understanding of human movement and motor control.

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Journal of the Neurological Sciences issue 490 now available

24 Sep 2026

Vol. 490, November 2026 now available

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PNS 2027 Training Grant Applications Is Open

23 Sep 2026

We are delighted to announce that the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy (FPN) is partnering with the PNS to fund an additional grant through its Emerging Investigators Program.

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World Neurology: August issue now available online

16 Sep 2026

Welcome to the August 2026 issue of World Neurology, the official newsletter of the World Federation of Neurology (WFN). The WFN has been busy since our last issue representing neurologists and brain health on multiple fronts.

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Journal of the Neurological Sciences issue 489 now available

13 Aug 2026

Vol. 489, October 2026 now available

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Assessing Trainees’ Satisfaction With Clinical Research Teaching in Neuroepidemiology

28 Jul 2026

This cross-sectional study evaluated participant satisfaction across seven recent international neuroepidemiology training courses using an online questionnaire completed by 64 health care professionals, primarily early- to mid-career individuals.

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Brain Health Without Borders

24 Jul 2026

The second meeting of the International Alliance on Brain Health (IABH), held in Buenos Aires under the patronage of the World Federation of Neurology (WFN) and the World Psychiatric Association (WPA), convened an international multidisciplinary forum to address brain health as a defining medical, economic, and societal challenge of the 21st century.

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New WHO guidelines: Up to 45% of dementia risk could be prevented or delayed

20 Jul 2026

Geneva, 15 July 2026 - The World Health Organization (WHO) today released updated guidelines on reducing the risk of cognitive decline and dementia, providing countries with evidence-based recommendations to help prevent or delay the onset of dementia across the life course.

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