University of Waterloo Neurodegenerative Disease Research Association presents SoNR (Symposium on Neuroscience Research)

Symposium on Neuroscience Research (SoNR)

Highlights of SoNR

  • Showcase of UW graduate student neuroscience research through oral presentations, lightning talks, and posters, along with a keynote presentation from a distinguished neuroscientist.
  • Awards for the best oral presentation, lightning talk, poster, and neuroscience artwork.
  • Opportunity to network with fellow graduate students and faculty.
  • Enjoy free drinks, snacks, and lunch with registration.

Mission statement

SoNR aims to provide graduate students with a supportive platform to showcase their work, foster collaboration across disciplines, and develop their professional and presentation skills, thereby contributing to the growth and innovation of the neuroscience community at UW.

Vision

SoNR aims to be a leading platform that empowers graduate students in neuroscience. We envision a vibrant community at UW where emerging researchers are equipped with the skills, confidence, and connections needed to advance the field of neuroscience and make impactful findings.

Objectives

  • Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration among graduate students engaged in neuroscience research.
  • Provide an opportunity to practice presentation skills in a supportive and safe environment.
  • Provide a professional development opportunity for graduate students.
  • Promote the sharing of research findings and methodologies. 
  • Increase the visibility of UW neuroscience research.

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Funding Support

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Graduate Studies Endowment Fund (GSEF), the Faculty of Science, and the Network for Aging Research (NAR) for their generous support. Their contributions help us bring the Symposium on Neuroscience Research to life.

Program Archive

Explore schedules, abstracts, and materials from previous years of the symposium.

SoNR 2026

Stay tuned for updates.

SoNR 2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the second annual Symposium on Neuroscience Research at the University of Waterloo on Wednesday December 3rd, 2025. This year, we were overwhelmed by the support: we had more than triple the number of attendees, presenters, and funding compared to last year. We are excited to continue growing SoNR next year.

SoNR 2024

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the first-ever Symposium on Neuroscience Research at the University of Waterloo on Friday November 15th, 2024. It was incredible to learn about the neuroscience research happening here at UW and to connect with the brilliant minds behind it. 


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