Bin Yin, PhD, is an associate professor in psychology and neuroscience at Fujian Normal University in China. Yin earned his doctorate in 2016 from Duke University. His research focuses on learning and memory, as well as affective and cognitive computing—particularly how emotional states can be understood through behavioral and computational models. Outside of academic pursuits, he enjoy stage plays, interactive narratives, and engaging in thoughtful debates.

Bethany Kondiles is a third-year graduate student in the neuroscience graduate program at the University of Washington.

When scientists advocate for increased research funding and other priorities, it makes a difference — and getting started is simple. Through this collection of advocacy training videos, SfN’s Advocacy Engagement Manager shares helpful information for new and experienced advocates. This series covers background on what advocacy is and why it’s important to your work, along with keys to effectively encourage lawmakers to support basic and biomedical research, including how to: • Plan high impact activities. • Share your research story. • Understand the budget process. • Prepare for and conduct a meeting on Capitol Hill. • Partner with SfN and other advocates. After watching this series, you’ll learn why your voice as a scientist is crucial in making the case for continued funding, and how to connect with your legislators in efficient and meaningful ways, whether or not you’re in Washington, D.C.

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Discover tips for navigating SfN’s annual meeting in this collection of resources. You’ll find advice for networking, starting conversations, identifying events and posters you want to attend, building out your schedule, and more.

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Learn from other neuroscientists’ perspectives and personal stories in interviews with experts, advice articles, how-to guides, and more featuring scientists from all levels working across the field.

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