Program

AAIC Neuroscience Next’s unique program is presented in a hub format that connects both global and local communities.

Attendees can tune into the virtual core scientific program from anywhere in the world. You can also participate in person at one of 12 hubs, which offer poster presentations, networking sessions and skills workshops.

The 2025 hubs are:

• Barcelona, Spain*
• Belgrade, Serbia
• Buenos Aires, Argentina*
• Ibadan, Nigeria*
• Indianapolis, U.S.*
• Nairobi, Kenya
• New Delhi, India*
• Pittsburgh, U.S.*
• Porto Alegre, Brazil
• Santiago, Chile*
• Thessaloniki, Greece
• Yaoundé, Cameroon*

*These hubs will be broadcast live on the virtual platform.

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Awards

The Alzheimer’s Association is proud to celebrate the individuals who have made significant contributions to dementia science through two awards at AAIC Neuroscience Next. These awards recognize the work of mentors in neuroscience, as well as those who are just beginning their career in this vital field. The number of nominations received by a nominee does not influence the AAIC Neuroscience Next award decisions.

Award nominations have closed.

The Alzheimer’s Association Excellence in Neuroscience Mentoring Award

This award honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the mentoring of dementia scientists, through either research, career or personal mentorship. The nomination of early career investigators and individuals who have led mentorship initiatives for underrepresented groups in dementia science is particularly encouraged.

Eligibility criteria:

• The nominee must demonstrate a current or past affiliation to a major academic or research/treatment institution(s). Affiliations to government, industry and non-profit organizations are eligible.
• The awardee must be able to attend AAIC Neuroscience Next to receive the award and deliver a presentation that speaks to the importance of mentorship.
• Self-nominations are eligible.
• Members of the AAIC Neuroscience Next Scientific Program Committee are not eligible.

The AAIC Neuroscience Next 'One to Watch' Award

This award recognizes the next generation of leaders in neuroscience; the students, postdoctoral researchers and early career investigators who are trailblazers in scientific thinking, collaboration, communication and/or outreach. The nomination of individuals who are facilitating diverse perspectives in dementia science is particularly encouraged.

Eligibility criteria:

• Student, postdoctoral researcher or early-career investigator within seven years of their terminal degree.
• The awardee must be able attend AAIC Neuroscience Next to receive the award and participate in a panel discussion.
• Self-nominations are eligible.
• Members of the AAIC Neuroscience Next Scientific Program Committee are not eligible.