British Society for Neuroendocrinology
@bsneuroendo
British Society for Neuroendocrinology - promoting research and learning on the interplay between endocrine and nervous systems. neuroendo.org.uk
The BSN Committee regrets to inform members that Professor Bob Millar has passed away. Bob was a towering figure in our community and his contributions to neuroendocrinology were immense. We send our heartfelt condolences to his family, many friends + colleagues.
What is JNE's main strength? "Society-owned journals allow scientists to be in control of publishing research that serves science and society." #LoveMyJNE @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social chatted with JNE Editor-in-Chief @mikelehman.bsky.social to find out more:
2 weeks to register! Hear Prof Carlos Diéguez Gonzalez @cimususc.bsky.social, BSN's 2026 Alison Douglas Lecturer, speak on hypothalamic regulation at #NeuroendoCelebrate2026 this Sept. Register to hear from emerging scientists + celebrate 35 yrs of the BSN by 31 July: neuroendo.org.uk/Neu...
We're delighted to announce Paula-Peace James-Okoro as the BSN 2026 Julia Buckingham Award prize winner. Paula will be presenting research on Endogenous GIP Attenuates Nausea-Related Avoidance Behaviours in Mice at #NeuroendoCelebrate2026. www.neuroendo.org.uk...
📢 Limited poster presentation slots reopened! Showcase your work + get feedback from senior scientists at our Early Career Researcher Meeting, #NeuroendoCelebrate2026 in Manchester, 2-3 Sept. Submissions close once all slots have been filled. SUBMIT: neuroendo.org.uk/Neu...
Have you seen our Postdoctoral Fellowship Grant Writing Toolbox🖋️? Created by our early career researcher Sub-committee, this toolbox gives tips and guidance for writing your first fellowship application. DOWNLOAD: www.neuroendo.org.uk...
Found an interesting conference you’d love to attend but aren’t sure how to finance? 🔬 Get up to £1000 towards your travel costs with our international conference travel grant. Deadline 31 July 2026 Apply: neuroendo.org.uk/grants
Are you working on a neuroendocrine research project?🧠🔬 💸Get up to £8,000 support for consumables/other research costs to enable you to carry out the best possible neuroendocrine research project. Deadline 31 July Apply: neuroendo.org.uk/grants
Are you planning a neuroendocrine meeting & need extra funds to run it/bring in a wider community, e.g. via travel grants? Apply for the JNE Symposium grant for up to £5k at any time. As part of the grant, recipients publish a JNE Special Issue. www.neuroendo.org.uk...
Did you know we have a host of Neuroendocrine Briefing publications to be freely used for teaching & public communication? Two pages long, they focus on topics incl kisspeptin, neurosteroids + oxytocin. Want to write one for us for £200? Get in touch: www.neuroendo.org.uk...
🎉 We're proud to announce the Journal of Neuroendocrinology Impact Factor has increased from 4.1 to 5. Thanks to all the editors, authors and reviewers who have made this possible & the societies, associations, and meeting organisers who champion JNE. www.neuroendo.org.uk...
"It was a great opportunity to meet emerging researchers, discuss their ideas, and then see how their research developed over subsequent years." - Prof Dave Grattan on our 2019 ECR event Submit your abstract for our #NeuroendoCelebrate ECR meeting: neuroendo.org.uk/Neu...
Early Career Travel Grant deadline extended to 15 June (to match abstract submission deadline) for our ECR Meeting #NeuroendoCelebrate2026. Get up to £200 (£450 for non-UK based ECRs) for travel and accommodation. Apply + submit your abstract by 15 June: neuroendo.org.uk/Neu...
Could sleep be a central regulator for brain disease? 😴 Find out in Dr Matei Bolborea's blog highlighting findings from a recent highly downloaded @jne-editor.bsky.social review. www.neuroendo.org.uk...
🎉🎉🎉Congratulations to former BSN Trustee Prof Helen Christian who has won the Society for Endocrinology 2027 Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award! 🎉🎉🎉
What really happens after you hit “submit” to journals like @jne-editor.bsky.social? Editor Mike Lehman will lead a workshop on "Pulling Back the Curtain on Science Publishing" in our ECR Meeting #NeuroendoCelebrate2026 this Sept! Submit your abstract: www.neuroendo.org.uk...
Nominations are now open for our Trustees and Deputy ECR Representative! “This role gives you a seat at the table with influential scientists." – Rebecca Dumbell, ECR Rep 2019-2020 BSN members check your emails for more info.
Science is a long game. There will be laughter and there will be frustration. In his plenary lecture at our Early Career Researcher Meeting #NeuroendoCelebrate2026, Prof Gareth Leng will share how, for him, laughter has mostly won. Submit your abstract: www.neuroendo.org.uk...
The Michael Harbuz Prize is a great opportunity for all our outstanding emerging neuroendocrinologists 🧠. Winners get: 🔬30 min lecture at #NeuroendoCelebrate2026 🖋️JNE Early Career Perspective article 💸£750 🧡1yr BSN membership Apply by 1.5.26: neuroendo.org.uk/pag...
Ready to shine in the world of neuroendocrinology? 🌟 Apply for the Julia Buckingham Award, recognising the achievement & potential of ECRs. Winners get: 🔬 15-min lecture at #NeuroendoCelebrate2026 💸 £375 🧡 1-year BSN membership Apply by 1.5.26 www.neuroendo.org.uk...
Ready to shine in the world of neuroendocrinology? 🌟 Apply for the Julia Buckingham Award, recognising the achievement & potential of ECRs. Winners get: 🔬 15-min lecture at #NeuroendoCelebrate2026 💸 £375 🧡 1-year BSN membership Apply by 1.5.26 www.neuroendo.org.uk...
Are you a strategic and values-driven leader ready to shape the future of a thriving scientific society? We're seeking an inspiring new CEO to lead the BSN's continued growth, strengthen our partnerships & support our global membership. Apply by 16.4.26 www.neuroendo.org.uk...
We're delighted Prof Carlos Diéguez Gonzalez CiMUS is the 2026 Alison Douglas Lecturer! 🎉 Carlos will speak on hypothalamic regulation at our ECR meeting, #NeuroendoCelebrate2026 in Manchester this Sept. Keep an eye out for registration opening soon! www.neuroendo.org.uk...
Here’s what previous mentees have said about our ECR Mentor Scheme open for enrolment: “Fantastic scheme to get advice from more experienced academics in an informal manner”. Find your mentor: www.neuroendo.org.uk... Closes 31 March 26
“My mentor gave me valuable information related to my research, my career development and article/review design.” – Lora Martucci Our Early Career Mentor Scheme is open for enrolment! Find your mentor: www.neuroendo.org.uk... Closes 31.3.26
🎉 We're going to be toasting to 35 years of the BSN as we know and love it at our ECR event #NeuroendoCelebrate2026 this Sept in Manchester with a celebratory dinner (registration opening soon). What do you love about BSN - your friendly, welcoming society? Comment below.
We're getting excited about our upcoming ECR Meeting #NeuroendoCelebrate2026 this Sept in Manchester. We've got our usual prizes opening soon & some great speakers lined up, incl Prof Gareth Leng Gareth Leng & Prof Carlos Diéguez Gonzalez CiMUS Registration opening soon!
Our Early Career Mentor Scheme is open for enrolment! "I got so much great guidance about postdoc applications, how to network efficiently and ECR awards to apply for.” – Celine Camon Find your mentor: www.neuroendo.org.uk... Closes 31 March 2026
🎉 We're going to be toasting to 35 years of the BSN as we know and love it at our ECR event #NeuroendoCelebrate2026 this Sept in Manchester with a celebratory dinner (registration opening soon). What do you love about BSN - your friendly, welcoming society? Comment below.
We're delighted Prof Carlos Diéguez Gonzalez CiMUS is the 2026 Alison Douglas Lecturer! 🎉 Carlos will speak on hypothalamic regulation at our ECR meeting, #NeuroendoCelebrate2026 in Manchester this Sept. Keep an eye out for registration opening soon! www.neuroendo.org.uk...