Brain, Behavior, & Mind 2026 Spring Conference
https://brainbehaviormind.org/contact
This virtual event includes presentations and live, moderated panels with our featured speakers, as well as a poster session. There is no cost to attend, and the event is open to the public.
Brain, Behavior, & Mind is a series of global forums featuring distinguished scientists, clinicians, and leaders whose work spans neuroscience, psychiatry, psychology, and public health. Each event explores new insights in our understanding of health and illness by integrating knowledge from genes to community and from the research bench to bedside care. Our aim is to advance the science and clinical care needed for the diverse populations of the U.S. Department of War and the Nation who face complex and stressful environments.
SPEAKERS
Husseini K. Manji, MD, FRCPC
Oxford University
The Quest to Make a Real Difference in Serious Mental Illness: A Shared Societal Responsibility
Kerry J. Ressler, MD, PhD
McLean Hospital, Harvard Medical School
The Neuroscience and Genetics of Fear: Towards an Underlying Biology of PTSD
Bridget Callaghan, PhD
University of California, Los Angeles
Generational Impacts of Adversity on Mind & Body Health
Sharon Dekel, PhD
Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital
The Hidden Face of Trauma: What Childbirth Can Teach Us About Stress, Recovery, and Resilience
Bruce Perry, MD, PhD
La Trobe University
Application of a Neurodevelopmental Framework in Clinical Practice: The Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics
The conference is sponsored by the CSTS, in collaboration with USU’s Department of Psychiatry, Neuroscience Program, Department of Family Medicine, Center for Deployment Psychology, and Brain and Behavior Hub.
Present your work as a poster! Abstracts are due by February 2, 2026. A PDF file of each accepted poster must be uploaded by March 16. There is no fee associated with poster submission. Accepted posters will be displayed on the Conference website. Recognition for top posters will be provided.
Continuing Education is pending. Updated information will be provided in future communications.
Please contact us with any questions.