European Brain Council

🚨 Press Release: 100 Organisations Call on Policymakers to Place the Brain Higher on the European Policy Agenda 🚨 Today, the European Brain Council (EBC), together with its member organisations, national brain councils and supporting partners, urge policymakers to take action and place the brain higher on the European policy agenda. The current international and European momentum on Brain Health is an unprecedented opportunity to drive concrete policy changes that would directly benefit all European citizens, change the lives of the millions of people living with a brain disorder but also their families’ and carers’, while strengthening the EU’s competitiveness and role as a global leader in brain research. Under the No Health Without Brain Health campaign, we are calling for:  ✅ The Creation of an European Parliament Intergroup on Brain Health & Research, ✅ Continued Creation of National Brain Plans and a Comprehensive European Brain Strategy. 🗞 Read the full press release & show your support: https://lnkd.in/eViGux7d 🌍 Access the press release in your own language: https://lnkd.in/ebZ8JDrN 🔗 Learn more about the campaign, our policy asks and supporters: https://lnkd.in/eBYEKAZN #NoHealthWithoutBrainHealth #OneHealth #Neurology #MentalHealth

📢 The European Brain Council had the chance to attend the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) 2024 Congress which was held from 13-17 October 2024 in Sofia (Bulgaria). This year, the theme was “Innovation, Education, Leadership”, reflecting the current need to thoroughly discuss the future of neurosurgery in connection with technological advances that can improve neurosurgical education, training and treatment, aiming to create the next leaders of neurosurgery in Europe and all over the globe. Prof. Suzanne L Dickson and Dr. Ricardo Chavarriaga were eager to contribute to the discussion on EBC's advocacy work in the #brain space, as well as the ethics of neural data and neuroprosthetics. EBC was also present at the Congress with a booth in the exhibition area, where we shared more information about ongoing projects, latest activities, and upcoming events! 🔎Look back at the #EANS2024 congress: https://lnkd.in/eDQwd38p

🧠 Exploring the mysteries of the #brain with Steven Laureys : Frédéric Destrebecq, EBC's Executive Director, was in discussion with renowned neuroscientist and author at an event at TheMerode. The captivating conversation touched upon topics such as the link between #consciousness and being human, as well as the influence of #mindfulness on mental well-being and the physical brain. Steven Laureys uses neuroimaging to study neuroplasticity and recovery from brain disease and trauma but also in sleep, dreaming, anesthesia, hypnosis, trance and psychedelics. Additionally, his work focuses on understanding the power of the #mind as studied in Buddhist monks, astronauts, entrepreneurs, and top athletes. EBC was delighted to have been invited to this exceptional discourse, continuously striving to promote dialogue between scientists and society. 🔎 https://lnkd.in/eT6YKv4g

Registration is open for the online policy event "Let's Start", organised by the Oxford Health Policy Forum, which brings together key experts in the field of schizophrenia! 📅 7 November 2024 🕙 14:30-15:45 CET 🌐 Online Earlier this year, the report "Schizophrenia: Time to Commit to Policy Change" was launched. It was immediately recognised as a critical addition to the ongoing policy discussions. Consequently, it has now been endorsed by 14 leading organisations, including EBC. On 7 November, join the conversation on how we all can start driving policy change at global, regional and local levels! The speakers will explore in detail their perspective on how the recommendations can improve the lives of people living with #schizophrenia. Register for this event by emailing: lindsay.perera@oxfordhealthpolicyforum.org

📢 EBC took part in the World Orphan Drug Congress Europe #WODC in Barcelona! Vinciane Quoidbach, EBC Research Project Manager, discussed the #Aspire4Rare EU Action Plan in a panel discussion on #RareDiseases. This participation accompanies EBC's co-authorship to the Aspire4Rare Global Report. This action plan will be a significant milestone for people living with rare disorders, however, while the community continues to advocate for this vital progression there remains urgent work to be done. Aspire4Rare proposes a Rare focussed health system framework with associated measurement approaches and good practice examples which can serve as a practical tool right now to support action on national policies such as rare disease strategies. 🔎 You can access the Global Report here: https://lnkd.in/eX_j_evQ

“We need more emphasis on shared decision making and that also implies a lot of emphasis on information provision.” Wiesje van der Flier At the heart of the Rethinking #Alzheimer's Disease Perspective Paper is the patient-centered philosophy. We advocate for a paradigm shift that prioritises the needs, values and experiences of people living with Alzheimer’s and their families. This entails early and accurate detection and diagnosis, using a personalised approach – the right treatment for the right person at the right time - and most innovative or advanced treatment plans, shared decision-making and holistic care strategies. Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/e_iSYZwN

Prof. Claudio Lino Bassetti, EBC's Vice-President, addressed the European Parliament Subcommittee on Public Health (SANT) meeting in Brussels on neurological health, presenting not only on the burden of neurological disorders but the increasing momentum around prioritising brain health and brain capital in Europe and beyond. Multiple MEPs participated actively in the discussion: Tomislav Sokol,  Vytenis Povilas Andriukaitis, Aurelijus Veryga, Stine Bosse, Tilly Metz, Anja Hazekamp, Vlad Voiculescu, Manuela Ripa, Letizia Moratti, Christine Anderson, Laurence Trochu, Andras Kulja MD, raising the importance of a holistic approach on brain health in many sectors. Watch the subcommittee session 👇 https://lnkd.in/e9MGnGKD Read our press release: https://lnkd.in/eJRvakhr

EBC is pleased to announce that Prof. Claudio Lino Bassetti, EBC Vice President and Board Member of the European Academy of Neurology, has been invited to speak in front of the European Parliament Subcommittee on Public Health (SANT). 📍 17/10/2024, 9:00-12:30 This invitation comes as a key milestone in our common efforts to place the brain higher on the EU policy agendas, through the development of an EU Coordination Plan for the Brain and the establishment of an EU Parliament Intergroup on Brain Health and Research, through the #NoHealthWithoutBrainHealth campaign. The meeting will be livestreamed, so do not hesitate to join us online tomorrow: 👇 https://lnkd.in/e9MGnGKD

💬 "It’s both very important and an opportunity that we keep a competitive environment within Europe for brain research."   🧠 At the EBC Brain Awareness Week Event 2024: No Health Without Brain Health, Dr. Morten Grunnet, Prof, PhD, DrSci, Vice President and Head of Neuroscience of Lundbeck, discussed the challenges and opportunities for European brain research and innovation. 📺 Watch the video: https://lnkd.in/dvZ2nfgP  Learn more about the #NoHealthWithoutBrainHealth campaign: https://lnkd.in/eBYEKAZN

The 2024 congress of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) starts this weekend in Sofia! #EANS2024 The congress theme will be “Innovation, Education, Leadership”, reflecting the current need to thoroughly discuss the future of #neurosurgery in connection with technological advances. The aim is to further neurosurgical education and treatment, and to guide the next leaders of neurosurgery in Europe and all over the globe.  🧠 EBC will be part of a session titled “Building Brain Health in Europe”: Prof. Suzanne L Dickson, EBC's President, will highlight the role of EBC in the advocacy of Brain Health and Dr. Ricardo Chavarriaga will explore the ethics of neuroprosthetics. 📍Make sure to pass by the EBC booth #38 in the exhibition area where you can learn more about our ongoing projects, latest activities, and upcoming events! Learn more here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e4Rix8d2