Launching soon: MB:Pathways, a new transitional chapter for trainees across North America who want to engage with Mission:BRAIN but don’t have a local chapter. More updates to come.

The wait is finally over! We are thrilled to officially announce the program schedule for of the Suturing Mission at Humanitas University! 🗓️✨ This isn’t just another workshop—it’s a global leap forward in neurosurgical education. Don’t miss out! 👀🧠

Celebrating the 2025 Mission:Brain Abstract Winners — students whose work reminds us why this community exists: to push neuroscience forward, expand access worldwide, and lift the next generation of innovators.

Two-Dollar Tuesdays begin today — a small way for all of us to come together and give $2 toward safer neurosurgical care worldwide. If you want to join in, we’d love to have you. Support: buff.ly/hw5aRuD

Meaningful impact doesn’t come from one moment — it comes from steady commitment. Mission:BRAIN is building a community of 1,000 monthly supporters at $5/mo to help sustain our programs and expand access to neurosurgical care worldwide. Join the movement: buff.ly/nZbupZ2

The LHHINNS Scholarship deadline is now January 28, 2026. This program supports trainees in underserved regions with mentorship, education, and pathways to grow in neuroscience and neurosurgery. Please share this opportunity with anyone who might benefit. Apply: buff.ly/uXjBUfD

We’re thrilled to introduce Mission:Brain Pathways (North America) — a new program built to expand access for students passionate about global neurosurgery, leadership, and service. Keep your eyes peeled for updates on how to get involved. 🔗 Learn More: buff.ly/JW0ULKK

🎟️ Ticket prices are here! In order to allow as many people as possible to participate in the event, we decided to offer different packages with different prices. All information is listed here, make your choice wisely 👀 See you at the event! 🗓️✂️

✨ Why join the Suturing Mission? Joining the Suturing Mission event will allow you to get hands-on practice with incredible and advanced models! This is your chance to get up close and personal with neurosurgery, even as an undergrad student! 🙌

🌍✂️ The Suturing Mission is coming to Milan! We’re thrilled to officially announce the Suturing Mission at Humanitas University on November 22–23, 2025! This isn’t just another workshop. It’s a global leap forward in neurosurgical education. The countdown begins.

Dr. Winny Costa Mapour, a 2024 WINS Scholarship recipient, leads My Path to Neurosurgery — a lecture series about mentorship, perseverance, and purpose in global neurosurgery. Register: buff.ly/hrBAQcL

✨ Big things are on the horizon… and we can’t wait to share it with you! 🧠💡 An incredible journey in the world of medicine and a truly unforgettable experience in neurosurgery is coming your way soon! 🥼🧬 Stay tuned… something amazing is about to be revealed! 👀

The Lisa Hannegan Humanitarian International Neuroscience & Nursing Scholarship (LHHINNS) is now open! Apply today and carry forward a legacy built on service, empathy, and global impact. 🔗 Learn more and apply: www.missionbrain.org/scholarships...

🌍 Applications open Oct 27 — the Lisa Hannegan Humanitarian International Neuroscience Scholarship! Up to $6,000 for junior neurosurgeons, residents, students & scientists advancing global neurosurgery and health equity. 4 awards - 2 U.S. & 2 international!

We’re proud to partner with Future Healers to connect youth impacted by gun violence with opportunities in neuroscience and healthcare. Together, we are expanding access to health education worldwide — empowering 800+ students to dream bigger and lead the future of medicine. ✨

We’re proud to celebrate Dilmareth Natera, member of the Mission:BRAIN WINGS Team, for receiving the Natus Resident/Fellow Award for Neurocritical Care at #CNS2025! 💙 Her work continues to inspire innovation and global collaboration in neurosurgery. 🧠✨

Support education, empower communities, and enter for a chance to win a 2026 Kia Seltos EX! 💙 All proceeds benefit the We Love Foundation, driving opportunities for students in need. 🎟️ Get your tickets or donate: buff.ly/94fMf7E #missionBRAIN #WeLoveFoundation

It’s a rarity that so many from the mission:BRAIN community are in one place — and what a fantastic time it was to come together. 💙 Grateful for the energy, inspiration, and shared purpose that continue to move our mission forward. 🌍🧠 #missionBRAIN #GlobalNeurosurgery #WINGS #CNS2025

Congratulations to Dr. Michael Lawton on his upcoming book, Seven Cavernomas — five years in the making. 💙🧠 A masterpiece that explores the brain as its own cartography of complexity and connection. Available January 2026. 🌍 #missionBRAIN #Neurosurgery #BrainCartography

A mix of candids, posed smiles, and unforgettable moments from #CNS2025 💙🧠 Grateful for the collaboration, connection, and community that make mission:BRAIN so special. 🌍✨ Support our work advancing global neurosurgery: buff.ly/vjzXDdF

A wonderful afternoon at the mission:BRAIN Global Luncheon! 💙 Grateful for the collaboration, connection, and shared purpose among neurosurgeons, residents, and students driving our mission to advance global neurosurgery. 🌍🧠 #missionBRAIN #CNS2025 #GlobalNeurosurgery

What an incredible presentation by our CEO, April Sabangan, at #CNS2025! 💙 Her passion for advancing global neurosurgery and healthcare equity continues to inspire us all. 🎥 Watch the full talk now: buff.ly/CyThgRR #missionBRAIN #GlobalNeurosurgery #Leadership

Proud to celebrate our incredible mission:BRAIN chapter members presenting their research at #CNS2025 💙 Your work in advancing global neurosurgery and healthcare equity inspires us all. 🌍 #missionBRAIN #GlobalNeurosurgery #Neurosurgery #Research #CNSConnects

A huge thank you to CNS for the booth and to all the incredible Mission:Brain volunteers who made it possible! 💙 Your energy and compassion continue to power our global mission. 🌍 #MissionBRAIN #CNS2025 #CNSConnects #GlobalNeurosurgery #Volunteers

“Today, I spoke about the global efforts led by our Mission:Brain Student Chapter Program — building capacity and closing access gaps in LMICs.” — JP Navarro Garcia de Llano 🎥 Watch his talk here: buff.ly/y0MLY45 #MissionBRAIN #GlobalNeurosurgery #CNS2025

Thank you to everyone who made WINGS such an inspiring event! 💙 Your voices and vision are shaping the future of neuroscience through mentorship, advocacy, and global collaboration. Together, we’re moving brain health forward — one connection at a time. 🌍

CNS Week kicks off tomorrow! 🧠 Follow along to see what’s happening, who’s speaking, and where Mission:Brain is making an impact. You can even join the WINGS event live!

We are excited to announce that Dr. Juan Pablo Navarro Garcia de Llano, Global Outreach Director of the Mission:BRAIN Foundation, will present at CNS 2025 in Los Angeles! Join us at CNS 2025!

Mission:Brain Asia Summit 2025 is coming up — a three-day virtual gathering designed to inspire, educate, and unite the global neurosurgery community. 🔗 RSVP: buff.ly/GpsooOl

Excited to partner with Future Healers Kiddos in Louisville, KY! They support youth impacted by gun violence and connect them to medicine + healthcare — together we’ll treat, educate, and empower the next generation. ✨

🌏 Asia Regional Highlight On August 15, 2025, Mission:Brain Asia hosted a seminar on Parkinson’s & DBS at Aga Khan Univ, uniting 140+ participants across Asia. Grateful to Dr. Bajwa & Dr. Hameed for sharing insights that inspire the next gen of neurosurgeons. 🧠✨

✨ A Mission:Brain Baby ✨ We’re overjoyed to welcome the first Mission:Brain baby! Our own Sheila Sichani Tye just welcomed her daughter, Lyla Kiana Tye, into the world. 🌎 🩷 Join us in celebrating this milestone with Sheila and her family!

🌍 Africa Regional Highlight The Mission:BRAIN Ilorin Conference 2025 made history as Nigeria’s first student-led neurosurgery conference! From skills labs to research to national media, Ilorin proved how young leaders are bridging brain health gaps across Africa 💙 Full story: buff.ly/vxBq3dG

🌍 Mission:BRAIN Suturing Mission – Global Liaison Team Applications Open The Global Suturing Mission is now accepting applications for its 2025–2027 Global Liaison International Team. 🔗 Apply: buff.ly/p6Jaspf

🌍 Mission:BRAIN Global Suturing Mission – Global Liaison Team Applications Open The Global Suturing Mission is now accepting applications for its 2025–2027 Global Liaison International Team. 🔗 Apply: buff.ly/p6Jaspf

🌎 ✨ We're thrilled to welcome Igdaliah Otitoola and Diana Ochoa as our newest members of Global Empowerment Programs! 🎉 Welcome, Igdaliah and Diana! We are beyond excited to see the incredible impact you'll make! 💙

Join us in our upcoming Live Zoom Lecture Series! Saturday, Sep 13th at 8 AM PT / 11 PM ET / 1500 UTC, led by mission:BRAIN scholar and 2023 LHHINNS recipient, Dr. Victor Lu. 🔗 Register: buff.ly/Ttqg1oI

Mission:Brain is looking for a passionate individual for our Assistant Director of Global Education and Research position. (remote, volunteer). 🔗 Details & Apply: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

🌍✨ Excited to welcome Alexa Precilla and Ali Azan as our new Global Outreach Associates! 🎉 They’ll join Dr. Juan Pablo Navarro Garcia de Llano in expanding Mission:BRAIN’s global impact and empowering the next generation of leaders. 🌐💙

🌍 Save the Date! Mission:BRAIN is excited to host “Beyond Borders: Global Neurosurgery Engagement for Residents” Hosted by Mission:BRAIN in partnership with CNS 2025. 📅 Monday, October 13, 2025 🕛 12:20–1:50 PM 🚨Only 50 spaces available 🔗 RSVP: buff.ly/xx2ndvf

Join us in our upcoming Live Zoom Lecture Series! Saturday, Sep 6th at 7 AM PT / 10 PM ET / 1400 UTC, led by mission:BRAIN scholar and 2024 WINS recipient, Dr. Mabel Banson. She’ll be speaking on: "My Path as a Female Neurosurgeon" 🔗 Register to attend: buff.ly/cRwNedv

Mission:BRAIN is excited to join the Blue Sky community.