​Committee recruitment
Deadline: 6th May
As this year is coming to a close, it’s time to organise a new committee for SUNS. Applications are open to all members, including past members of the committee.
Click here to know more about the committee positions.
Committee members must be enthusiastic team-players, eager to participate in the running of the society, as well as educational and research events, both online and in person where possible.
To apply, you need to fill out the google form.
Past Events
Freshers Fair
University of Edinburgh, University of Glasgow, University of Aberdeen
We were delighted to meet all new faces, freshers or not, and introducing everyone to SUNS!
Conference
15th March 2025
Old College, University of Edinburgh
Deadline: 20th February
We’re super excited for the upcoming SUNS Conference 2025 - Advancements in Clinical Neuroscience! This event will bring together brilliant minds to explore research, innovation and technology.
Join us for inspiring talks, hands-on workshops and a chance to present your own research!
Do you want a chance at presenting your research at our National Conference for Neurology and Neurosurgery? The top 3 submission will be chosen to give oral presentations at our conference for a chance to win exclusive prizes across Scotland! Be sure to submit all types of research as our society aims to help all interested to get into research.
Research 101 series
18th January 2025
Online
Dr Rabiei will discuss the different types of research, ranging from case studies to meta-analyses; it will cover the ethics and importance of research and go over how to write research papers.
This session is ideal for anyone interested in getting started in research or brushing up on their skills and is not one to miss!
8th February 2025
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Online
Want to learn more about research and referencing literature?
Join us for the next talk in our Research 101 series where Shyam will be giving us a breakdown of referencing types and an interactive live tutorial of using EndNote - all critical skills for anyone wanting to engage with research!
1st February 2025
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Online
Eager to get started with research but unsure where to begin? SUNS is here to help! Join us for the second talk in our Research 101 series ‘How To Get Started’, where we will break down how to get involved in research as a medical student, how to start your own projects, and how SUNS can help you get involved in research.
Online
15th February 2025
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Want to learn more about publishing and presenting your research?
Join us for the next talk in our Research 101 series where students Emilia and Ma’arij discuss their experiences, tips and advice on how to publish and present research. They will be covering information on topics such as abstract writing, oral and poster presentations.
Neurosurgical
Workshops
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12th October 2024
Old College teaching room 9 and 10,
University of Edinburgh
30th November 2024
40 George Square Room 3.18
University of Edinburgh
1st March 2025
40 George Square room 7.01, University of Edinburgh
ICP monitoring workshop
The workshop will allow attendees to learn about the fundamentals of intracranial pressure, its monitoring, shunt systems and clinical applications - extremely valuable knowledge for anyone interested in a career in neurosurgery or neurology!
Teaching will be led by Mr Ahmed, an ST6 in neurosurgery, as well as Dr Krivankova, an ST1 in neurosurgery, both from NHS Lothian.
Spinal fixation workshop
The workshop will allow attendees to get some practical experience with spinal fixation, learn about the equipment required and how to use it, and gain an understanding of the process; valuable learning for aspiring surgeons!
Teaching will be led by Mr Phil Copley and Mr Gabriel Metcalf-Cuenca, neurosurgical registrars at NHS Lothian.
Craniotomy and Burr Hole Workshop
Participants will have the chance to practice drilling burr holes using realistic equipment, enhancing their practical skills and knowledge. Whether you’re interested in neurosurgery or neurology, this workshop offers a realistic and interactive experience.
The session will be led by Mr. Gabriel Metcalf, Neurosurgery Registrar at DCN Edinburgh. Don’t miss out on this unique learning opportunity!
Career Talk series
24th October 2024
Online
6th November 2024​
Online
Online
15th February 2025
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14th November 2024​
Online
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9th December 2024
Join us on Thursday the 24th of October on MedAll for an insightful talk on a career in neurosurgery by Mr Peter Bodkin, consultant neurosurgeon at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, and Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at the University of Aberdeen.
This presentation will provide insights into what a career in neurosurgery entails, covering the scope of neurosurgical practice and its various subspecialties, to the opportunities, rewards and challenges seen in this exciting profession!
Dr Watson will be taking a deep dive into life as a neurologist, what the career involves and his own personal journey into the field.
Whether you’re considering neurology as a career or simply want to learn more about this fascinating field, this session will provide a comprehensive overview and the chance to ask your questions about this exciting profession!
Want to learn more about research and referencing literature?
Interested in paediatric neurosurgery? Then we are thrilled to present the third event of our Careers in the neurosciences lecture series! Join us for an inspiring lecture on a career in paediatric neurosurgery by Lawrence B. Daniels, M.D.
Dr. Daniels is the director of the New Neurons Neurosurgery institute in New Jersey, USA and is a frontrunner in research in areas such as paediatric neuro-oncology and craniofacial disorders.
Dr Novara is a general paediatric neurologist at University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Hospital, with special interests in epilepsy, headache and stroke. She serves as UAB Child Neurology Residency Programme Director, teaches at Heersink School of Medicine at UAB and was recently promoted to Associate Professor! Her research interests lie in quality improvement and simulation education.
We are honoured to have Dr Novara speak to us about paediatric neurology. She will cover what a career in Paediatric Neurology involves, her special interests and research within the specialty. Furthermore, she will discuss the challenges, opportunities and rewards of the job!
We are excited to present our final talk in our series on careers in the neurosciences, on the neurosurgical training pathway! The application process for neurosurgical training in the UK is daunting, requiring a combination of academic excellence, clinical experience, and a strong commitment to the specialty. In this webinar, Mr Michael Helley (ST2) will break down each stage of the training pathway and application process, providing you with practical advice from a successful applicant on how to build a competitive portfolio and succeed in your applications!
Clinical Neuroscience Research Series
1st Oct 2024
18:00-19:30
Topic:
The Brain Microenvironment of Stroke Patients, Developing Therapies to Promote Recovery
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Speaker:
Dr Carmichael Thomas BS MD PhD.
Chair and Professor of Neurology and Neurobiology.
University of California Los Angeles, Department of Neurology
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4th December
18:00-19:30
Topic:
Improving the Care and Management of Neurooncological Patients: Taking a Holistic Approach
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Speaker:
Professor Kate Drummond AM MD MBBS FRACS. Director of Neurosurgery at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, President of Asian Australasian Society of Neurological Surgeons.
University of Melbourne, Department of Neurosurgery
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27th January 2025
18:00-19:30
Topic:
The Structural and Functional Plasticity of the CNS after Spinal Cord Injury
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Speaker:
Dr Linard Filli PhD.
Principle Investigator.
Universitat Zurich, Spinal Cord Injury Center
8th Oct 2024
18:00-19:30
Topic:
Using a Multi-omics approach to Understand Cerebrovascular Disease
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Speaker:
Professor Sharma is consultant neurologist, as well as being director and professor of neurology at Imperial College in London. He will be talking to us about using a multi-omics approach to understanding cerebrovascular disease.