Who We Are:

The International Youth Neuroscience Association (IYNA) is a global, youth-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to inspiring the next generation of neuroscientists. Our mission is to introduce students to the excitement of scientific inquiry and enable them to explore the wonders of the brain.

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Represented Countries

5250+

Members

265

Registered Chapters

What We Do:

MYELIN Initiative

A project to develop a comprehensive introductory neuroscience course for high schools.

IYNA Journal

The world's biggest youth neuroscience journal, written, edited, and published by members.

IYNA Chapters

An international network of clubs, promoting neuroscience enthusiasm at the local level.

Mentorship Program

A project to connect high school students with undergraduate, graduate, and professional mentors

Become a Member:

Become a member of the International Youth Neuroscience Association today! Members of the IYNA younger than 26 get access to all of our programs and opportunities, and all members get access to the IYNA newsletter. Best of all, it's completely free! Become a member of the IYNA today!

IYNA News

Humans of IYNA Story #3: Jillian Holbrook

July 19, 2020

Humans of IYNA is a series where we will highlight the diverse and unique experiences of IYNA members. Each week, we will be posting 1-2 stories on our website. Below is the third story in our series, the story of Jillian Holbrook. "Roughly five years ago I discovered my debilitating …

Humans of IYNA Story #2: Amber Abud-Romero

June 24, 2020

Humans of IYNA is a series where we will highlight the diverse and unique experiences of IYNA members. Each week, we will be posting 1-2 stories on our website. Below is the second story in our series, the story of Amber Abud-Romero. "I was 5 when I became a frequent …

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International Youth Neuroscience Association

Building the Next Generation of Neuroscientists