Brain Awareness Week 2026

09/10/2026

Join us next Saturday for a UAB Brain Chats presentation, "An Introduction to the UAB Alzheimer's Disease Research Center: A Discussion About Mild Cognitive Impairment and Dementia."

Dr. Victor Del Bene will discuss how current research at the UAB Alzheimer's Disease Research Center is improving early detection, understanding disease progression, and developing strategies to support healthy brain aging.

📅 Date: Saturday, September 19th

🕒 Time: 11AM

📍 Location: Hoover Public Library, Hoover, Alabama, Fitzgerald Room (Downstairs)

We hope to see you there!

08/17/2026

The UAB Brain Snack team was proud to table at the recent District 5/Omega Psi Phi Community Health Fair at Parker High! 💜

For more information on our neuroscience demos, visit https://www.brainawarenessuab.com/neuroscience-for-all .

To request the UAB Brain Snack team at your next event, email [email protected]! 🧠

08/03/2026

Join us this Saturday for a UAB Brain Chats presentation, "An Introduction to the UAB Alzheimer's Disease Research Center: The Importance of Brain Aging Research."

Dr. Olivio Clay will discuss how the UAB Alzheimer's Disease Research Center is advancing brain aging research, why participation from people of all backgrounds is essential and identify opportunities to help in the fight against Alzheimer’s Disease and other related dementias.

📅 Date: Saturday, August 8

🕒 Time: 11AM

📍 Location: Hoover Public Library, Hoover, Alabama, Fitzgerald Room (Downstairs)

We hope to see you there!

07/21/2026

Where should you publish your research?

Researchers face an increasingly complex landscape when deciding where to publish their findings.

Join experienced researchers and journal editors as they discuss the options and what factors affect their own decisions about where they publish.

Register now! 🔗 https://vist.ly/5bxxs

07/20/2026

07/06/2026

Join us for Brain Chats at Hoover Public Library, Hoover, Alabama this weekend for a free community program, "Autism at UAB and in the Community."

Learn about:
✨ Autism services and research at UAB
✨ Community needs, resources, and supports for individuals with autism and their families

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, educator, healthcare professional, or community member, this program offers valuable information and an opportunity to connect.

We hope to see you there! 🧠

06/08/2026

Neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD and autism, face higher rates of substance use — influenced by differences in brain-based reward and regulation systems, as well as stress, stigma, and misunderstanding. In this accessible talk, Dr. Heather Relyea Ashley will explain the science behind this risk and offer practical tools to build connection, reduce shame, and support families with compassion.

📅 Date: Saturday, June 13th
⏰ Time: 11AM- Noon
📍 Location: Hoover Public Library, Hoover, Alabama (Fitzgerald room, downstairs)

Free and open to the community. Knowledge is power—come be part of the conversation! 🧠

06/08/2026

05/04/2026

🍹 What does "safe" drinking mean?

Join Brain Chats this Saturday for a “Safe and Responsible Drinking” presentation that will focus on how to enjoy alcohol without trouble, the definition of alcohol addiction, and treatment options for alcohol addiction.

📅 Date: Saturday, May 9th
⏰ Time: 11AM- Noon
📍 Location: Hoover Public Library

Free and open to the community. Knowledge is power—come be part of the conversation!

04/29/2026

Last event for April! Today, the UAB ADRC is sharing information at the New Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church! We will be there from 10-12 pm. If you’re free, please stop by!