Brain Health Mission Exhibition

Europe’s Vital Resource 

16 to 19 March 2026 European | European Parliament - Brussels

During Brain Awareness Week 2026, the Brain Health Mission presents a four-day exhibition at the European Parliament, hosted by MEP Angelika Winzig (European People’s Party). Running from 16 to 19 March, the exhibition will explore how prevention, education, and innovation shape lifelong brain health, positioning the brain as one of Europe’s most vital resources. 

Visitors can engage with interactive displays, multimedia installations, and hands-on activities that demonstrate practical strategies to protect and promote brain health across the life course. The exhibition also highlights the importance of coordinated European action to transform scientific knowledge into impactful policies, reinforcing brain health as a cross-cutting societal and policy priority. 

"If we prioritise brain health early in life, we can reduce the burden of neurological diseases later on. Prevention is key – and the Brain Health Mission is leading the way."
Dr. Angelika WinzigMember of the European Parliament

Official Exhibition Opening Event – Brain Health Day

Wednesday, 18 March 2026, 14:00 - 15:00 CET | European Parliament

The exhibition will reach its high point on Brain Health Day, 18 March, with the official opening ceremony from 14:00–15:00 CET. This special event will bring together policymakers, scientific leaders, and youth representatives, including the winners of the Brain Health School Challenges from Austria, Finland, Greece, and Montenegro. 

These young advocates will share their creative projects and perspectives, highlighting a central truth: brain health begins early in life. Through education, awareness, and supportive environments, Europe can empower its youngest citizens to adopt brain-healthy behaviours that last a lifetime. 

TimeSession SectionSpeaker(s)
14:00 – 14:05Keynote AddressSabine Verheyen
First Vice-President of the European Parliament 
14:05 – 14:08Keynote AddressMEP Angelika Winzig
European People’s Party 
14:08 – 14:10Welcome & OpeningPaul Boon
Brain Health Mission Co-Chair 
14:10 – 14:13A Unified Strategy for Brain Health: EAN’s Support for an EU Coordination Plan"Elena Moro
European Academy of Neurology President 
14:13 – 14:16Brain Health in PracticeThomas Berger 
Medical University of Vienna; Past EAN Scientific Committee Chair
14:16 – 14:18Introducing the European Capital of Brain HealthAnja Sander
European Academy of Neurology Executive Director
14:18 – 14:21European Capital of Brain Health – TestimonialPaula Blomster 
Helsinki Expo & Convention Centre
Johanna Grönberg
Helsinki Partners 
14:22 – 14:28Brain Health School Challenge – Student ShowcaseBrain Health School Challenge Winners
14:28 – 14:30Closing RemarksPaul Boon
Brain Health Mission Co-Chair