A Historic Celebration of Neurology and Neuroscience

In a remarkable announcement, the American Neurological Association (ANA) has unveiled its prestigious 2025 award winners, set to be honored at their landmark 150th Annual Meeting taking place from September 13-16, 2025, at the scenic Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel. This momentous gathering will not only commemorate 150 years of groundbreaking science but will also highlight the bright future of biomedical research in the field of neurology.

Recognizing True Pioneers in the Field

The awards celebrate outstanding leaders in academic neurology and neuroscience, acknowledging their exceptional contributions to research, education, and clinical practice across various domains of neurological sciences. ANA President Dr. M. Elizabeth Ross emphasized the event’s significance: "This annual meeting showcases extraordinary investigators who are deepening our understanding of neurological diseases while pioneering new treatments. It’s a beautiful reflection of our rich 150-year legacy, as we look toward an innovative future."

Highlighting Groundbreaking Research and Ideas

The ANA Annual Meeting draws nearly 1,000 elite academic neurologists and neuroscientists each year, providing a dynamic platform to share transformative research and discuss groundbreaking insights into neurological diseases impacting over 100 million Americans annually, including conditions like stroke, Alzheimer’s, and multiple sclerosis.

2025 Award Recipients: Honoring Excellence in Neurology

Among the distinguished awardees are notable figures such as: - **Beau Ances, MD, PhD, MSc**, receiving the Raymond D. Adams Lectureship for his work on Down Syndrome at Washington University, highlighting essential transitions in neurodevelopmental disorders. - **Bryan Traynor, MB, MD, PhD**, honored with the F.E. Bennett Memorial Lectureship for his pioneering use of polygenic risk scores to identify therapies for ALS.

Emerging Stars of Neurology

The Denny-Brown Young Neurological Scholar Awards celebrate promising early-career researchers making significant strides in neurology. Recipients include Ethan Goldberg from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Divyanshu Dubey from Mayo Clinic, who are innovating in epilepsy neurogenetics and autoimmune neurology respectively. New this year, the Rising Star Award goes to Brandon Holmes, MD, PhD, promising exciting contributions that could reshape the future of neurology.

Advances in Promoting Health Equity and Education

Other key highlights include the Audrey S. Penn Lectureship Award for outstanding research aimed at promoting health equity, awarded to Dr. Nicole Rosendale, and the Distinguished Neurology Educator Award presented to Dr. Joseph Safdieh for his exceptional contributions in teaching neurology.

Join the Conversation and Celebration!

The 150th Annual Meeting promises an exciting agenda featuring various sessions dealing with advances in neuroscience discovery, diagnostic strategies, and treatment approaches for complex neurological conditions. Media representatives are encouraged to attend, with details available at 2025.myana.org. Follow the excitement and updates using #ANA2025 on X @TheNewANA1.

About the ANA and Its Impact

The American Neurological Association, a beacon in the field of academic neurology, continues its mission to foster innovation and excellence among practitioners. Join us as we celebrate the remarkable achievements of those who pave the way for advancements in neurological research and healthcare.