Events
We host a range of events throughout the year that aim to cater to all NDCN staff and students from seasonal social events to our flagship department away day.
Courses and conferences open to external researchers can be found in our Continuing Professional Development pages.
Please contact events@ndcn.ox.ac.uk with any queries or feedback about our events.
Departmental Seminars
Our monthly Departmental Seminars are a fantastic chance to learn from NDCN Professors and Associate Professors, network with colleagues and enjoy lunch. They are usually held at the JR or DCHB and you can join in person or online.
Thomas Willis Day
Usually held in June, Thomas Willis day is our flagship event celebrating our successes in research, teaching and public engagement over the year. The day includes lectures, careers workshops and the popular 3MT competition!
Lunchtime Newsround
The Newsrounds cover the latest NDCN research and engagement news from the past few months and celebrate our colleagues' achievements. They are usually held termly at the JR or DCHB and lunch is provided.
Family Summer Event
Usually held in July, this is a family-friendly social event for NDCN staff and students, partners and children are also welcome.
End of Year Celebration
Held in December, this is an opportunity for NDCN members to come together and socialise in an iconic central Oxford location.
CNS Events
The Clinical Neurosciences Society organises educational, developmental and social events including the annual Careers Day.
Other Events In The Department
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Wednesday, 28 January 2026, 3pm to 4pm
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Tuesday, 03 February 2026, 1pm to 2pm
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Wednesday, 04 February 2026, 12pm to 1pm
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Friday, 06 February 2026, 9am to 1pm
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Friday, 06 February 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am
Our Next Events
Wellbeing Coffee Morning + Book/Gift Swap
Thursday, 29 January 2026, 10am to 11am @ Seminar Rooms A/B, Level 6, West Wing, JR
The Rhythm of Wellbeing: Nourishing Your Circadian Cycle and Nutrition
Tuesday, 03 February 2026, 1pm to 2pm @ Seminar Room B, Level 6, West Wing, JR
BOOKING REQUIRED
Wellbeing Coffee Morning
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 10.30am to 11am @ Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin Building (DCHB) Sherrington Rd, Oxford OX1 3QU
Inaugural Lecture of Professor Bruce Biccard
Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 5pm to 6pm @ Examination Schools, 75 - 81 High Street, Oxford, OX1 4BG
Laurel Morris Departmental Seminar
Thursday, 12 February 2026, 1pm to 2pm @ Seminar Rooms A/B, West Wing, Level 6, JR
Adam Handel Departmental Seminar
Thursday, 19 March 2026, 1pm to 2pm @ Seminar Rooms A/B, West Wing, Level 6, JR