How do we save the planet? Why understanding our behaviour is critical

TheBritish Neuroscience Association (BNA)is the first and largest UK organisation representing all aspects of neuroscience, from ion channels to human behaviour to applications in the clinic and beyond.Our membership includes people working in neuroscience or related fields at all stages of their career, from undergraduate students to retired members; and, having recently opened an Associate Membership category, we can now welcome those who don't necessarily work in neuroscience but who are still fascinated by the brain.We welcome everyone interested in the nervous system to get involved.Why not join us?

The British Neuroscience Association

Part of the Bring Your Own Brain - Brighton public programme and International Festival of Neuroscience.

The Brighton Centre

Chaired by Dr Charlotte Rae, University of Sussex, with panellists<ul><li>Councillor Zoe Nicholson, Green party politician and Leader of Lewes District Council</li><li>Dr Chris Shaw, Senior Research Programme Lead at Climate Outreach </li><li>Professor Nichola Raihani, University College London</li></ul>The current climate and ecological emergencies are caused by people, but will also be solved by people. This public discussion will bring neuroscientists and the public together to think about how understanding people, and our behaviour, is critical to saving the planet - and ourselves.We are excited to bring together a local Green party politician, Councillor Zoe Nicholson, Leader of Lewes District Council, with academics specialising in studying human behaviour: Dr Chris Shaw (Senior Research Programme Lead at Climate Outreach) who investigates the interplay of social and psychological factors in behaviour and attitudes to climate change; and Prof Nichola Raihani (University College London), an international expert in the causes and consequences of cooperative behaviour.Lewes District Council have set an ambitious target to become net zero by 2030, with a rigorous programme of sustainability initiatives. Behind these ambitions are local people, making change happen. But why isn’t this happening across society more widely, on the timeline we need it to? What psychological, structural, and societal barriers are there to making society more sustainable? Why do we need to work together? And how does this play out, in real communities, such as Lewes District, and Brighton &amp; Hove?Join us for a stimulating discussion, chaired by neuroscientist Dr Charlotte Rae (University of Sussex), to find out why changing human behaviour can be difficult, but also how it can be done, with inspiration from elected campaigners making real change happen.This event is FREE to attend, however booking is essential.  Everyone welcome, recommended age 14+.This event is part of the<a href="https://meetings.bna.org.uk/bna2023/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> International BNA2023 Festival of Neuroscience</a> and <a href="https://meetings.bna.org.uk/BYOBbrighton/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Bring Your Own Brain</a> - Brighton public programmeThe largest event of its kind throughout Europe in 2023, the <a href="https://www.bna.org.uk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">British Neuroscience Association</a> is excited to be bringing the International Festival of Neuroscience to Brighton!Alongside a comprehensive <a href="https://meetings.bna.org.uk/bna2023/prog/programme-day/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">scientific programme</a>, an exciting public schedule of events and activities will take place around Brighton, warmly welcoming the public to engage with all things brain! Check out the full <a href="https://meetings.bna.org.uk/BYOBbrighton/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">public programme here</a>.