The NeuroCollective Symposium
May 14, 2025 | Florida Atlantic at Jupiter
Uniting Minds. Empowering Discovery. Showcasing the Future.
Florida Atlantic University at Jupiter, the Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience, The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology, and the ZEISS Microscopy Solutions Center proudly present:
The NeuroCollective Symposium — a celebration of discovery driven by the next generation of neuroscientists.
This collaborative, cross-institute event highlights the vibrant trainee community of our tri-institutional campus, bringing together high school students, undergraduates, postbacs, graduate students, and postdocs as they push the boundaries of neuroscience through innovation, advanced imaging, and shared expertise.
Event Highlights
Plenary Speaker: Jason Shepherd, Ph.D.
Talk Title: "Virus-like Intercellular Synaptic Plasticity"
Dr. Shepherd is a renowned neuroscientist and Presidential Endowed Chair at the University of Utah. His groundbreaking research explores how memory-related genes like Arc function through retrovirus-like mechanisms, revolutionizing how we understand communication between neurons.
Career Panel Lunch
Meet and connect with scientists across academia, industry, and government in small-group breakout sessions over lunch.
Trainee Talks & Poster Session
Trainees are invited to submit abstracts for poster presentations or oral talk consideration. Selected speakers will receive an honorarium and present alongside Dr. Shepherd in the Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute auditorium.
Reception & Networking
Wrap up the day with our evening poster reception at Max Planck, a chance to explore groundbreaking research while networking with peers and mentors.
Schedule
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Lunch & Breakout Sessions with Career Panelists (The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute )
1:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Talks featuring Plenary Speaker and 4–6 Selected Trainee Presenters (Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute, FAU)
4:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Poster Session & Reception (MPFI)
Trainee Abstract Submissions
- Poster and Talk Submission Deadline: April 23, 2025
- 4-6 Abstracts will be selected for talks.
- Oral presenters will receive an honorarium.
Join The Collective
Come be part of a growing movement where science, technology, and talent converge to shape the future of neuroscience.
Registration is FREE and open to all researchers and trainees.