Halfway Forward: Highlights from the Fifth Network Meeting at Yale

Last month, the network gathered for its fifth meeting at the historic Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, a setting that proved both inspiring and memorable.

The meeting once again highlighted the strength of the network. The presenters did an excellent job sharing the progress, insights, and new directions that have emerged since our last gathering. The depth and quality of the work on display underscored just how much the network continues to grow.

The local organizing team deserves special recognition for putting together such a thoughtful event. From our base at the Greenberg Center to walks through Yale’s campus, visits to the Cushing Brain Center. The combination of scholarly exchange and shared experiences made the meeting especially rewarding.

Now, at the halfway point of the network’s lifespan, this gathering also provided a natural moment for reflection. Looking back, it is clear how far the group has come both scientifically and collaboratively. At the same time, the energy and ideas shared in New Haven offer an exciting preview of what lies ahead in the second half of the network.