About ECNP

ECNP is an independent scientific association dedicated to the science and treatment of disorders of the brain. It is the largest non-institutional supporter of applied and translational neuroscience research and education in Europe. Read more...

ECNP offers membership to established scholars in the field and all those with an active interest in applied and translational neuroscience. Corresponding membership is also open for those not resident in Europe.  To the membership pages

ECNP organises a wide range of scientific and educational activities, programmes and events across Europe, promoting the exchange of high-quality experimental and clinical research in applied and translational neuroscience and fostering young scientists and clinicians. View agenda

New! ECNP Knowledge Hub

Your central resource for cutting-edge neuroscience insights:

  • A central online resource for researchers and clinicians in applied neuroscience
  • Access educational courses, webinars, and podcasts on the latest developments in the field
  • Easy to navigate and searchable by topics, interests, and resources

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NEWS

ECNP-PsychX talk: David Nutt 

The upcoming ECNP-PsychX talk is titled: 'the growing role of psychedelics in neuropsychopharmacology'. Attend this online talk for free on 2 December 2024, 16.30 CET.

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Immuno-Psychiatry online webinar

Join us for an insightful online webinar organised by the ECNP Network Immuno-NeuroPsychiatry on Monday 9 December at 14.00 CET. The session, titled 'Immuno-Psychiatry: T Cell Pathogenesis and Novel Immune Therapies for Mood Disorders', will explore the latest advancements in the field.

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On-demand sessions — 37th ECNP Congress

Registered participants can access the congress platform until 18 December 2024 at 12.00 CET via the congress platform.

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New Frontiers Meeting

Targeting neural circuits in psychiatry

Applications for in-person participation and virtual registration are open! Join us as we delve into how circuit-based insights are transforming psychiatric diagnosis and treatment.

When: 23-24 March 2025
Where: Nice, France, and by livestream

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BRAINS ON BRAINS Podcast

My incredible journey with lithium

With an over 50 year career Janusz Rybakowski offers invaluable insight for young scientists and his remarkable journey researching the lithium mode of action.