Torstein Meling, the EANS President, and Peter Hutchinson, President of the SBNS (Society of British Neurological Surgeons), discuss how the two societies can collaborate and support each other. They highlight the crucial role EANS has played in supporting other national societies in areas such as training, education, innovation, new technologies, and techniques, all with the aim of supporting neurosurgery trainees and ensuring the highest quality of patient care.
We can work together to build neurosurgery in Europe and beyond!

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EANS President Torstein Meling and Marisa Gandia, Chair of the Individual Membership Committee, discuss the value and opportunities available to our Individual Members within the EANS community. They highlight how Individual Membership supports professional development, encourages engagement across Europe, and strengthens the neurosurgical community.

We invite you to join EANS as an Individual Member and take an active role in shaping the future of neurosurgery in Europe.

The IM Committee is inviting all EANS Individual Members to vote in the election of new IM Delegates. These Delegates will work alongside the Committee in the next term to promote and develop the Individual Membership network. Your vote counts. Your involvement matters.

Join Torstein Meling, President of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS), and Wilco Peul, Co-Chief Editor of Brain & Spine – the official journal of EUROSPINE & EANS – as they discuss the exciting growth and future vision of the journal. With a newly increased Impact Factor of 2.5 (up from 1.9) and a CiteScore of 2.1 (up from 1.1), Brain & Spine is rapidly establishing itself as a leading journal for cutting-edge research in neurosurgery and spine care. 

Wilco Peul emphasises that every EANS member should be proud of having their own high-quality journal. Discover how Brain & Spine aims to serve both the global neurosurgical community and EANS members by promoting innovation, scientific excellence, and collaboration. 

Are you a young neurosurgeon with research to share? Learn what steps to take to submit your paper and contribute to a growing body of impactful knowledge. 

Submit your paper now and be a part of this exciting journey! 👉 https://bit.ly/44BdYyG

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Torstein Meling, President of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS), and Jacques Morcos, President of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS), discuss the successful collaboration between the two societies especially through the EANS-AANS Resident Exchange Program 2025. Through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the program provides complimentary registration for neurosurgical residents selected by either association to attend courses organised by the partner society.

Additionally, Jacques extends a special invitation to European neurosurgeons to attend the AANS Annual Meeting – AANS Congress 2025, taking place from 25-28 April 2025, in Boston. The theme of the event, "Power of One – Impact of Many," underscores the significance of global collaboration in neurosurgery. 

Jacques also encourages neurosurgeons from AANS to attend the EANS 2025 Meeting in Vienna. The conversation explores the mutual benefits of learning from colleagues on different continents, with both leaders acknowledging the enormous value of sharing diverse perspectives and practices.

Katrin Rabiei, Chair of the Research Committee, and Giovanni Raffa, Chair of the Young Neurosurgeons' Committee, invite you to the 14th Annual EANS Young Neurosurgeons’ Meeting and Research Course, taking place in Sicily, Italy, from 3 to 5 May 2025.

This year, we will kick off the research course, running it as a cycle. We will focus on preclinical research and laboratory research methodology, with experts teaching what preclinical research is and how translational research applies to neurosurgery.

Participants will also have the opportunity to attend hands-on workshops on 3 May, covering various topics, including:

• Microsurgical Resection of Brain Tumors
• Endoscopic Endonasal Trans-sphenoidal Surgery
• Endoscopic Spine Surgery
• Advanced Decompression and Instrumentation in Spinal Oncology

Microvascular Sutures and Bypass

These workshops will feature the latest technologies for training, including virtual reality (VR).

In addition, there will be oral sessions led by experts from across Europe, providing valuable insights into contemporary research and practice.

Register now to learn from leading experts, connect with your peers, and engage in discussions and networking opportunities. Join us in forming collaborations that may shape the future of research in the European neurosurgical community!
Register here https://bit.ly/41alO1L

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For me, sharing bad news with my patients will never feel ‘good' or even ‘ok' and will remain a challenge. It is not a solution to become less empathic. I try to stay optimistic, and work on novel solutions for our neurosurgical patients, who deserve better outcomes.

My advice for trainees would be to stay true to yourself, remain empathic and try to think in possibilities instead of limitations!

The most rewarding part is restoring function to someone's life and, at times, changing someone's life for the better, relieving and alleviating pain.

Inspiring the next generation is also one of the most fulfilling aspects of my experience. Sometimes, a completely random person will approach you and say that you’ve inspired them or that they look up to you.

One of the biggest challenges I faced was balancing a sound professinal and family life. The most rewarding aspect for me is when the EANS community makes me feel truly part of the family and values my contributions.

My message to young women aspiring to step into leadership roles is this: Set clear goals, prepare thoroughly, and create the space you need to thrive. 

Remember, excellence knows no gender!

One big challenge was to make a name for myself especially in very male dominated societies and in my speciality of spine surgery. In the beginning it was very hard to earn the respect and recognition of colleagues as well as course participants. With stamina, a strong will and very hard work I managed to stand where I am today holding prominent positions in various national and international societies (AOSPINE, DGNC, DWG, EANS, EUROSPINE). 

Another enormous ongoing challenge is being head of a department, especially building and leading a team. To build a strong and motivated team took me several years and it is still work in progress. One key to success was to bring more diversity into my team thus creating an inclusive welcoming environment. Right now, I have a gender-equal team coming from 8 different ethnic backgrounds. As chair of the EANS Diversity in Neurosurgery Committee I am therefore strongly committed to improve gender equity and diversity in neurosurgery.

So far, I have been fortunate enough to have experienced many rewarding moments as a neurosurgeon, but also as a person. I feel rewarded every time I am helping a patient with my surgical handicraft, academically I was rewarded by becoming professor and being chair & faculty in many training courses around the globe, esp. the EANS Training Courses (TCs). As a head of department, I am rewarded every time I feel the team spirit and collegiality within my team. But luck is not a stroke of fate: “Diligence is the mother of good luck.” (Benjamin Franklin).

My advice for aspiring neurosurgeons is: never give up your dream! With the right mind set, the right plan and hard work you can achieve almost anything. Look out for mentors, try to build a network. Your heart needs to be fully committed to this wonderful specialty.

If you don´t burn for it, neurosurgery is not for you!

Despite the challenges, my career in neurosurgery has been incredibly rewarding. I have had the opportunity to pioneer change, acting as a role model for young female neurosurgeons and supporting them. Additionally, achieving a work-family life balance has been an essential part of my journey, proving that it is possible to excel in both my professional and personal life.

To the next generation of women aspiring to pursue a career in neurosurgery, my message is simple: overcome the barriers. Neurosurgery is not defined by gender; it is defined by skill, passion, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Push forward, stand firm in your abilities, advocate for yourself and others, and never let anyone limit your potential. Seek mentors and strive to become one yourself. Lift others as you rise, because the success of one is the success of many. Your patients need your expertise, and the world needs your contribution. Never forget that you have the power to make a difference.

Join Torstein and Claudius as they discuss the upcoming EANS2025 Annual Congress in Vienna! This year's theme, Embracing Collaboration in Neurosurgery, highlights the power of teamwork in advancing the field. Discover how collaboration through various channels and the latest innovations will shape the scientific programme.

Vienna, a city renowned for its rich history, vibrant culture, and top-tier quality of life, is the perfect setting for this exciting event. The congress will take place from 5 to 9 October, during the beautiful autumn season—an ideal time to experience the city's charm. The Vie Con venue, located near the famous Prater, offers a fantastic atmosphere for networking and having fun.

This year's event will feature Keynote speakers who will focus on the importance of collaboration, exploring how coming together as a team can achieve greater success than working solo. Through this congress, the EANS aims to foster a friendly, supportive environment, showcasing the power of collective effort in neurosurgery.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with the global neurosurgery community.

See you in Vienna!

Throughout its 50+ history, the EANS has been supported by women in important positions, contributing to the association’s growth.

Two women holding crucial positions in the association throughout the years, Valentini Amarantidou, the EANS Executive Director and Stephanie Garfield-Birkbeck, the EANS Past Executive Administrator, explain how EANS has been evolving all these years, expanding its educational programmes, forming a strong association of 3000 individual members, while creating life-long friendships. From the era of faxes to the era of emails & AI recently, EANS has been growing into a strong community.

Enjoy the discussion between Valentini and Stephanie when they met on the occasion of the EANS Annual Congress in Barcelona.

Do you strive to find the funding for your research? You can still apply for the EANS Research Fund and secure the research funding you are looking for and accelerate your career as a neurosurgeon!

Tobias Mederer @TobiasMederer received the EANS Research Fund last year in Barcelona for his research on minimal-invasive tumor monitoring in circulating cell-free DNA from plasma and CSF as a biomarker in meningioma. 

🔬 Last day to submit your application: 10 April 2024 ▶️ https://bit.ly/49SX8gd

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Are you also eager to start this beautiful adventure?  Alessandro Boaro received the EANS Research Fund last year for his research on Machine learning approaches for the refinement and integration of intraoperative neuromonitoring criteria. 

Join the EANS Family to continue sharing, researching and thriving in Neurosurgery.

🔬 Last day to submit your application: 10 April 2024 ▶️ https://bit.ly/49SX8gd

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Hamid-Reza Niknejad received the EANS Research Fund last year for his research on Intra-operative Ultrafast Doppler Ultrasound for the Evaluation of Ischemia: A Monocentric Pilot Study. 
If you are aspiring to be the next lucky winner, apply now for the funding you need to support your research! 
Join the EANS Family to continue sharing, researching and thriving in Neurosurgery. 
🔬 Last day to submit your application: 10 April 2024 ▶️ https://bit.ly/49SX8gd

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Anna Baukje Lebouille -Veldman received the EANS Research Fund last year for her research on the use of Artificial Intelligence in classifying and predicting cervical spine deformity in patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis. 

Why wait?  You can become an EANS Member and apply for the funding you need to support your research! 

Join the EANS Family to continue sharing, researching and thriving in Neurosurgery! 
🔬 Submit your application by 10 April https://bit.ly/49SX8gd

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 Apply Now for the 2024 EANS Research Fund. Both laboratory and clinical research projects are eligible for funding and each successful applicant receives €10,000. 🔬 Deadline for Submissions: 31 March https://bit.ly/49SX8gd

Obada T. Alhalabi, a 3rd-year Neurosurgical resident at the University Hospital Heidelberg (UKHD), received the EANS Research Fund last year for his research work on Spinal Cord Injury: Selective VEGFR inhibition improves functional outcome and modulates the phosphoproteomic and histological landscape after traumatic spinal cord injury in a rats.

Apply Now for the 2024 EANS Research Fund!

Last year, Pablo Andrade was funded for his research on the Identification of cellular signalling cascades in antemortem Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease brains by stereotactic surgical techniques. 
Both laboratory and clinical research projects are eligible for funding and each successful applicant receives the sum of €10,000. 

Deadline for Submissions: 31 March https://bit.ly/49SX8gd

Watch Nicolas Sampron (EANS Section Panel Member), Mary Solou ( EANS Trainee), Martin Stienen (EANS YN Meeting Faculty Member) and Katrin Rabiei (EANS Research Committee Chair) speaking about their experience at the EANS Annual Congress that took place last year in Barcelona. Excitement, knowledge sharing, and ideas sparking, that can blow one’s mind, this is the essence of the EANS Congress. 

Keep in mind that the registration for the next #EANS2024 Congress in Sofia opens soon! 

Join the EANS Family – a colourful, open, diverse, always evolving and always on-the-move neurosurgical community! 

Niklas Marklund, a member of the EANS Executive Board with a special role in the management of the EANS Research Fund, welcomes applications for the 2024 EANS Research Fund. 

The EANS Research Fund aims to nurture young researchers. The seed grants are available to EANS Individual Members in all member countries to encourage European cooperation and collaboration. Both laboratory and clinical research projects are eligible for funding. There is a maximum of one application per applicant. 

Seed grants will be awarded across the various neurosurgical specialties addressing operative surgery (microsurgery), brain injury, vascular neurosurgery, oncology, spine surgery, functional neurosurgery, peripheral nerve surgery, cerebrospinal fluid disorders, paediatric neurosurgery and pre-clinical neuroscience.

The deadline for submissions is 31 March 2024.
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