Breaking Hot Topic Symposium

To ensure the Congress programme features the most up‑to‑date research, the Scientific Programme Committee (SPC) is accepting proposals for Breaking Hot Topic Lectures in applied and translational neuroscience at the 39th ECNP Congress 2026.

Lecture proposals from various disciplines, including neurology and psychology are welcome. Click the button below to view the list of accepted topics:

How to submit

During the submission process you need to insert the following details: 

  • A stimulating presentation title (max. 20 words)
  • A summary explaining the content of the presentation and a short motivation: why is it important that these findings are shared? (together max. 250 words) 
  • A suggested speaker and back-up speaker (name, country, e-mail) 

Deadline

The deadline to submit a lecture proposal is 30 April 2026.

The form will open here on 19 February 2026. A 'Submit' button will appear then, so you can complete your submission.

Review

All submissions will be reviewed by the Scientific Programme Committee (SPC) for acceptance, the outcome of the review will be communicated before 18 June 2026.   

Further information

Selected speakers will receive:

  • The opportunity to present their research during a short talk
  • Reimbursement of travel and accommodation costs