The Neurological Field Continues to Update

In recent years, there has been tremendous growth in new diagnostic information, pharmacological and neurosurgical treatments for neurological disease, as well as a greater understanding of brain function. Our news section informs you of ongoing topics with a potential worldwide influence. In addition to this section, we inform through our social media platforms to keep connect with our member more easier than before. 

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  • World Federation of Neurology News
    We inform you on our projects and activities, the journal updates, the WFN committee update and more...
  • Neurology News
    Update on interesting news and current activities with worldwide scope. From the history of neurology through the modern technology that shape neurology nowadays.

World Federation of Neurology News

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17 Oct 2025

WHO Report Finds Neurological Conditions Now Affect Over One-Third of the World’s Population

A landmark report from the World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed that more than one in three people worldwide — over 3 billion individuals — are living with a neurological condition, making these disorders the leading cause of illness and disability across the globe.
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15 Oct 2025

World Federation of Neurology Elects Professor Steven Lewis as its Next President

The Council of Delegates of the World Federation of Neurology (WFN) has elected Professor Steven Lewis as its next President. A highly respected neurologist from the United States, Professor Lewis currently serves as Secretary General of the WFN and will commence his four-year presidential term on 1 January 2026.
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20 Oct 2025

Young Voices Shine at WCN 2025 Seoul

Prof. Tissa Wijeratne, WFN Trustee, spoke with WFN President Prof. Dr Wolfgang Grisold and two young researchers from Indonesia during WCN 2025 in Seoul to see why attending the World Congress is important to them as young medical students, and the importance of innovation, mentorship, and young voices shaping the future of neurology.

Neurology News

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24 Oct 2025

PNS Announces 2026 Call for Training Grant Applications — Deadline 5 January

The PNS Laura Feltri Training Grants Program offers funding to junior investigators to develop a 2-year project under a PNS Member mentor. New in 2026, PNS will offer up to three 2-year training grants.

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21 Oct 2025

Connect Globally at ICNMDigital 2025 – Advancing Neuromuscular Insights

The International Congress on Neuromuscular Diseases (ICNMD) returns online on 20–21 November 2025, bringing together leading experts and clinicians from around the world. This two-day event provides a unique opportunity to connect globally, explore cutting-edge neuromuscular research, and exchange knowledge that will shape future care and therapies.



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1 Oct 2025

Outcome measures in CIDP: A scoping and mapping review

This study aimed to provide a comprehensive overview of clinical outcome assessments (COAs) used in CIDP.
 

International Meetings & Events

20 Nov 2025 - 21 Nov 2025 Connect globally, explore Neuromuscular Insights at the 2-day online congress. More details...
29 Nov 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 Tbilisi State University Conference Center Tbilisi Georgia The International Neuroscience Conference (NEURO-2025) is the largest international neuroscience meeting in Georgia held in conjunction with the 6th Annual Meeting of the International Center for... More details...
8 Dec 2025 - 11 Dec 2025 The EGG Brussels Belgium The EBRAINS Summit 2025 takes place from 8-11 December in Brussels. Join us for four days of insightful discussions, advanced neuroscience, and cross-disciplinary networking in the heart of Europe. More details...
19 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2026 Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas Australia The World Federation of Neurology (WFN) Aphasia, Dementia and Cognitive Disorders (ADCD) Specialty Group will hold its next biennial meeting in Noosa Heads, Australia, at Peppers Noosa Resort &... More details...
6 Jul 2026 - 11 Jul 2026 The international Society for the history of neurosciences invites you to it's 30th meeting More details...
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