ACNM fosters growth in Neuroscience, Neurology and Neurosurgery community through its 10+ professional and 50+ student chapters worldwide. Chapters establish a local presence for ACNM in international cities from all over the world as well as in more remote locations. Regardless of size or location and category of membership, every ACNM chapter offers its members a wealth of benefits, including access to research opportunities and to establish a personal networking system in the region.
ACNM local chapters around the world host Guest lectures, workshops by internationally known professionals & Scientists in the field of Neuroscience, Neurology and Neurosurgery. ACNM also sponsor seminars on the most pressing and latest issues, and recent developments in the field of Neuroscience, Neurology and Neurosurgery, conduct volunteer training workshops, and publish their own newsletters.
ACNM sponsors more than 10 professional chapters, which work to increase recruitment and retention of Neuroscience, Neurology and Neurosurgery professionals at the university level. ACNM chapters offer professional activities and projects that aim to improve the working and learning environments for Professionals in the field of Neuroscience, Neurology and Neurosurgery.
Establishing professional chapters and participating in all these chapters provides a unique combination of social interaction and professional networking among peers in their respective geographic areas. ACNM Chapter members reflect all facets of Neuroscience, Neurology and Neurosurgery.
ACNM has established more than 50 student chapters throughout the world that give students opportunities to play active roles in the association and its activities. By organizing Guest Lectures, workshops, Panel Discussions, Career Development programme and programming contests, ACNM Student Chapters facilitate communication and collaboration within a university’s Neuroscience community and with the Healthcare community at large. Through its sponsorship of student chapters, ACNM also enhances learning via the exchange of ideas among students, and between students and established professionals.
ACNM Student chapter members can also take advantage of ACNM activities and services. Student chapters provide a natural setting to develop and demonstrate the leadership capabilities critical to students’ career development. ACNM also help students get involved in the business world with workshops, Guest Lectures, Training and development, and career building initiatives.
Joining an ACNM chapter conveys a profound interest and dedication to Neuroscience, Neurology and Neurosurgery disciplines. The next step is volunteering and form committees in a variety of roles and capacities that can benefit the chapter and advance career opportunities as well.
Volunteer activities range from running for elected positions on chapter, forming committee members, Ambassadors and serving in a wide variety of planning, management, and logistical support functions at ACNM conferences. Members who get involved with ACNM are creating networking and learning opportunities that advance both organizational and personal development.