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The 29th Annual Meeting of KSBNS. The Korean Society for Brain and Neural Sciences. September 6(Sun) - 8(Tue), 2026. Daejeon Convention Center, Daejeon, Korea.

Special Session

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  • September 06 (Sun)
    09:35-11:30
    Special Session 1. [Joint Session of KSBNS-the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity (KSSO)] Neural Control of Reward, Homeostasis and Metabolism in Obesity and Diabetes
    Room 103-104
  • This symposium explores the neural orchestration of reward and metabolic homeostasis. By bridging cellular neurobiology and clinical breakthroughs, we examine the synaptic basis of overeating and the impact of hypothalamic mitochondrial stress on health. Moving into novel pathophysiology, we highlight the mitochondria-immune axis as a therapeutic target for hypoglycemia-induced brain damage. To conclude, we trace the evolution of GLP-1 therapeutics into the era of triple agonists. The novelty lies in connecting organelle-level dysfunction to systemic metabolic disease. This interdisciplinary approach—spanning basic circuitry to cutting-edge pharmacology—offers high appeal for neuroscientists, endocrinologists, and clinicians seeking the future of metabolic medicine.
  • Organizer
    Hyung Jin Choi (Seoul National University)
    Min-Seon Kim (Asan Medical Center)
  • Moderator
    Hyung Jin Choi (Seoul National University)
  • Speaker

    The synaptic basis of overeating
    Christian Lüscher (Geneva University)

    Impacts of hypothalamic mitochondria stress on metabolic health
    Min-Seon Kim (Asan Medical Center)

    Rescue from hypoglycemia-induced brain damage by targeting mitochondria-immune axis
    Obin Kwon (Seoul National University)

    Evolution of GLP-1 therapeutics from mono to triple with expanding therapeutic potentials
    Haemin Chon (Hanmi Pharm. Co., Ltd.)

  • September 06 (Sun)
    12:30-14:25
    Special Session 2. [Joint Session of KSBNS-the Korean Movement Disorder Society (KMDS)] Translational Breakthroughs in Parkinson’s Disease: Bridging Mechanisms to Clinical Practice
    Conference Hall
  • This joint symposium with the Korean Movement Disorders Society (KMDS) focuses on advancing translational and clinical neuroscience in Parkinson’s disease. Titled “Translational Breakthroughs in Parkinson’s Disease: Bridging Mechanisms to Clinical Practice,” the session will highlight emerging insights into disease mechanisms and innovative strategies to translate these findings into novel therapeutic approaches. By integrating mechanistic research with clinical perspectives, this symposium aims to foster active collaboration between KMDS and KSBNS members and promote interdisciplinary efforts to accelerate therapeutic development.
  • Organizer
    Eungseok Oh (Chungnam National University Hospital)
    Jung Hwan Shin (Seoul National University Hospital)
  • Moderator
    Jin Whan Cho (Samsung Medical Center)
  • Speaker

    Deciphering pathophysiology of Parkinson disease with multi-omic approach from human samples
    Han-Joon Kim (Seoul National University Hospital)

    Clinical translation of hESC-derived dopamine progenitors for Parkinson’s disease
    Chan Wook Park (Yeonsei University)

    The Evolution of α-synuclein pathology in humans: A paradigm shift from classical staging to modern concepts
    Chaewon Shin (Seoul National University Bundang Hospital)

    Genotype–phenotype correlations in Parkinson’s disease: clinical implications of genetic signatures
    Kyewon Park (Gangneung Asan Medical Center)

  • September 07 (Mon)
    14:40-16:20
    Special Session 3. Meet the Editors
    Conference Hall
  • To be announced
  • September 08 (Tue)
    08:50-10:45
    Special Session 4. [Joint Session of KSBNS-the Korean Brain Stimulation Society (KBSS)] Personalized Brain Stimulation for Psychiatric and Cognitive Disorders
    Conference Hall
  • This symposium explores personalized brain stimulation for psychiatric and cognitive disorders, spanning invasive to non-invasive techniques. The session demonstrates how precision neuroscience transforms clinical practice through four presentations. First, deep brain stimulation advances in psychiatric conditions. Second, temporal interference stimulation, a novel non-invasive technology targeting deep brain structures. Third, individual factors modulating transcranial direct current stimulation effects on cognition and networks in mild cognitive impairment. Finally, transcranial focused ultrasound stimulation enhancing semantic memory through modulation of brain morphology, neurochemistry, and neural dynamics. This symposium bridges fundamental neuroscience, clinical applications, and emerging technologies.
  • Organizer
    Hyun Kook Lim (The Catholic University of Korea)
  • Moderator
    Hyun Kook Lim (The Catholic University of Korea)
  • Speaker

    Deep brain stimulation for psychiatric disorders: Clinical and research updates
    Daeyoung Roh (Inje University College of Medicine)

    tTIS: a novel technology for non-invasive stimulation of deep brain structures
    Hyuk-June Moon (Korea Institute of Science and Technology)

    Personalized effects of tDCS on cognitive function, brain connectivity, and white matter integrity in mild cognitive impairment: a precision medicine approach
    Dong Woo Kang (The Catholic University Seoul ST.MARY`S Hospital)

    Transcranial focused ultrasound stimulation enhances semantic memory by modulating brain morphology, neurochemistry and neural dynamics
    Jeyoung Jung (University of Nottingham)

  • September 08 (Tue)
    16:05-18:00
    Special Session 5. [Joint Session of KSBNS-the Korean Society for Cerebral Blood Flow and Metabolism (KSCBFM)] Neurovascular Homeostasis in the Regulation of Brain Health
    Room 105-106
  • The neurovascular unit—comprising endothelial cells, pericytes, astrocytes, and microglia—orchestrates critical brain functions through precise metabolic and structural coordination. This symposium explores cutting-edge mechanisms governing neurovascular homeostasis, from environmental stress responses to blood-brain barrier (BBB) integrity. Leading experts will present novel findings on how psychological stress disrupts neurovascular coupling and BBB function, triggering depression-related pathologies; how microglial inflammasome activation mediates tissue inflammation-induced BBB breakdown; and how endothelium-derived lactate sustains pericyte function for barrier maintenance. By integrating molecular, morphological, and functional approaches across stress neurobiology, neuroinflammation, and metabolic regulation, this symposium reveals convergent pathways underlying neurological and psychiatric disorders. The translational insights bridge basic neuroscience and clinical neurology, offering therapeutic targets for cerebrovascular disease, neurodegeneration, and mood disorders—appealing to researchers, clinicians, and pharmaceutical scientists invested in brain health.
  • Organizer
    Byung Gon Kim (Ajou University)
  • Moderator
    Yun Seon Song (Sookmyung Women's University)
    Byung Gon Kim (Ajou University)
  • Speaker

    BBB function and signaling in depression.
    Caroline Menard (University of Laval)

    Effects of chronic stress on neurovascular coupling at the functional and structural levels
    Minah Suh (Sungkyunkwan University)

    Inflammasome-mediated blood-brain barrier damage: novel mechanisms linking microglia and tissue inflammation
    Je-Wook Yu (Yonsei University)

    Application of animal models in endothelial biology
    Heon-Woo Lee (Kyunghee University)

  • September 08 (Tue)
    16:05-18:00
    Special Session 6. Sex and Glia in Neuroscience: Sex-Dependent Mechanisms of Neuroglial Cells in Brain Health and Disease
    Room 204-205
  • For decades, brain research defaulted to male subjects, limiting understanding of female neurobiology and hindering reproducibility. This symposium addresses this gap by highlighting key biological differences between male and female brains, focusing on glial cells as vital regulators of neural circuits and behavior. Sex-aware glia research reveals mechanisms like sex-biased gliotransmission, myelin remodeling, and neuroimmune dynamics, reshaping our understanding and enhancing translational potential. The session fosters a rigorous, field-wide dialogue through case studies and innovative methods, aiming to showcase the necessity of sex/gender-integrated neuroscience, advance best practices, and build an international research network.
  • Organizer
    Frank Kirchhoff (Saarland University)
    Heisook Lee (Korea Center for Gendered innovations for Science and Technology Research)
    Heajin Kim (Korea Center for Gendered innovations for Science and Technology Research)
    Mridula Bhalla (Institute for Basic Science)
  • Moderator
    Frank Kirchhoff (Saarland University)
  • Speaker

    The impact of sex-specific differences in neuron-glia communication for brain function
    Frank Kirchhoff (Saarland University)

    Modeling sex differences in astrocyte function: a computational approach
    Kerstin Lenk (Graz University of Technology)

    Sex differences in Parkinson’s disease through the lens of epigenetic regulation
    Julia Schulze-Hentrich (Saarland University)

    Sexual dimorphism of brain aging : astrocytes and MAOB
    Mridula Bhalla (Institute for Basic Science)

    Sex differences in the genetic architecture of autism revealed by whole genome sequencing
    Joon-Yong An (Korea University)