About this Event
Join Mission:BRAIN's Women in Neuroscience Global Symposium (WINGS 2026), bringing together neuroscientists, neurosurgeons, trainees, and allies from around the world for a day of connection, learning, and impact.
Through keynote talks, panels, and small-group Mentorship Circles, we aim to advance women in neuroscience and promote greater equity and access to neurological care worldwide.
ATTEND IN PERSON OR ONLINE
In person at the Marriott Marquis Washington, DC. Includes the full program, breakfast, and your choice of Mentorship Circle.
Online by live stream. Includes the keynote, featured talks, and panels. Your Zoom link arrives by email as soon as you register. Mentorship Circles are in person only.
Mentorship Circles: Choose one topic when you register:
- Redefining Leadership
- Innovation & Research Frontiers
- Equity & Advocacy
- Mentorship & Legacy
- Global & Patient-Centered Neurosurgery
Registration is free. Learn more: missionbrain.org/activities/wings
Agenda
🕑: 08:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Registration & Breakfast
🕑: 08:30 AM - 08:40 AM
Introduction
🕑: 08:45 AM - 09:10 AM
Keynote Speaker
Info: Dr. Gelareh Zadeh
🕑: 09:15 AM - 09:35 AM
Featured Speaker
Info: Dr. Ann Parr
🕑: 09:40 AM - 10:10 AM
Introduction of WINGS Scholars
Info: Dr. Nazira Allanazarova, Dr. Rahman
🕑: 10:13 AM - 10:33 AM
Honored Speaker
Info: Dr. Alexa Canady
🕑: 10:36 AM - 11:16 AM
Panel 1: Redefining Leadership, Innovation, and Equity
Info: Dr. Almas Khattak, Dr. Odette Harris, Dr. Eliane Dos Santos, Dr. Eve Tsai
🕑: 11:26 AM - 12:10 PM
Snacks + Mentorship Circles
🕑: 12:15 PM - 12:55 PM
Panel 2: Allies
Info: Dr. Michael Lawton, Dr. Yang, Dr. Han · Moderators: Ms. April Sabangan, Dr. Paola Suarez-Meade
🕑: 12:55 PM - 01:00 PM
Closing Remarks
Event venue & nearby stays
Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, 901 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, United States
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