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Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · 14h

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

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · 1d

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

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · 3d

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

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · 4d

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

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · 5d

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

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · 6d

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

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · 6d

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

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · 7d

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

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · 7d

“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

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · 8d

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. 🌍

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Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · 11d

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!

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Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · 18d

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 @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · 21d

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

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · 25d

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. ✨

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · 29d

🌏 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. 🧠✨

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · Sep 17

✨ 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!

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · Sep 16

🌍 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 @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · Sep 15

🌍 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 @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · Sep 15

🌍 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

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · Sep 11

🌎 ✨ 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! 💙

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · Sep 10

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 @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · Sep 9

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...

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · Sep 8

🌍✨ 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. 🌐💙

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · Sep 5

🌍 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

Mission:BRAIN @missionbrainorg.bsky.social · Sep 2

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