I hope everyone had a happy holiday season and welcome to 2025! The National Neurotrauma Society continues to thrive, and we continue to build for the future!
As we transition into 2025, we want you all to put the upcoming 42nd Annual National Neurotrauma Society (NNS) Symposium on your calendar. The meeting will be held in Philadelphia, PA at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown , on June 15–18, 2025. Co-hosted with the American Association of Neurological Surgeons/CNS Joint Section on Neurotrauma & Critical Care, our theme for 2025 is “Ringing in Collaboration.”
The 2025 Symposium will feature an exciting program that highlights cutting-edge clinical and translational research, showcasing how collaboration fuels innovation in the field of Neurotrauma. From novel technological advancements to groundbreaking therapeutic strategies, the meeting will provide a unique opportunity to share impactful science while fostering partnerships among researchers, clinicians, and trainees. This gathering is not just a platform for great science but also a celebration of the collective efforts that advance the care of patients with traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries.
We wanted to give a big thank you to the Society members who submitted session proposals for this year’s meeting. With ~60 submissions, the program committee was able to assemble an exciting and diverse lineup that promises to inspire, inform, and engage. Thank you for your invaluable contributions to making this meeting a success! And we are especially grateful for the work of the 2025 planning committee! Co-led by chairs Audrey Lafrenaye and Adam Ferguson, the dedication and expertise demonstrated by this group of individuals has been instrumental in shaping this year’s program.
As we close out another year of progress and collaboration, we want to take this opportunity to express our heartfelt gratitude to all our members, colleagues, and partners. In particular, we want to give a huge round of virtual applause to all of our volunteers, ranging in career stage from graduate student all the way through emeritus faculty. Your dedication to advancing the field of Neurotrauma and improving outcomes for patients with brain and spinal cord injuries continues to inspire and drive innovation. If you haven’t been involved yet, and want to be, please reach out and let us know. As a growing and thriving society, there is always work to be done!
We look forward to seeing you in Philadelphia in 2025 for what promises to be a dynamic and rewarding event. Until then, wishing you all a joyful holiday season and a healthy, prosperous New Year!
Gene G Gurkoff, PhD
President, National Neurotrauma Society
