Synapse Connection
What is Synapse Up To?
tech · education · engineering · health
Brainstorm
- Teach students about the brain and nervous system
- Gain leadership skills in a classroom environment
- Facilitate classroom activities, including experiments and 3D modeling
- Develop curriculum sets on a variety of neuroscience topics
Brain Awareness Week
- Design an interactive exhibit in celebration of Brain Awareness Week
- Conduct research on neuroscience topics, including neurological disorders and neural engineering
- Create models and computer simulations for public viewing
- Advocate for brain research within the city and outside communities
Alzheimer's Support Groups
- Volunteer at Painting with Mom in Seal Beach (Thursdays 6-8 pm, Saturdays 10-12 am)
- Promote self-care and wellness through the arts
- Contact any team member for details!
Fundraising for Alzheimer's
- Develop unique fundraisers and events for Alzheimer's research and support groups
- Partner and volunteer with organizations like the Alzheimer's Association to highlight the cause
- Contribute to regional events such as the Walk to End Alzheimer's
Hospital Contributions
- Contribute to hospitals and health care facilities in the region
- Create handmade cards and gifts that send encouragement and insight
- Foster patient-physician conversations in neurology
Neurology Conferences
- Attend national neurology conferences
- Network with professionals in neurology and neuroscience
- Promote neuroscience education and outreach
- Learn about up-and-coming technologies and organizations
Zine Publications
- Feature work at regional zine festivals
- Add to circulating zine collections
- Stimulate discussion on mental illness and neurological disorders
