SINS Committees contribute valuable expertise and knowledge essential for the effective administration of the society and its diverse activities.
Explore the unique roles and contributions of each committee to further understand their integral role in advancing our mission.

SINS Committee on Animal in Research

The SINS Committee on Animal in Research (SAIR) provides guidance on the conscientious and ethical use of animals in neuroscience research, contributes to the creation of pertinent resources concerning animals in research, and advocates for public education on topics related to the utilization of animals in neuroscience.

SAIR’s tasks reflect the overall policy of SINS in supporting the appropriate and responsible use of animals in neuroscience research by:

  • Supporting the development of resources on animals in research;
  • Advocating for public understanding regarding animal use in neuroscience;
  • Providing expert advice and supporting the implementation of the European Directive on the use of animals in scientific research;
  • Participating in discussions and emphasizing the significance of transparency in scientific research.

 

SINS provides support to its members facing challenges to their work and responds to media when research is questioned. Feel free to reach out to the SINS Committee on Animal in Research at segreteria@sins.it if you require support.

Members of the SINS Committee on Animal in Research

SINS Communication Committee

The SINS Communication Committee (SCOM) is tasked with overseeing and implementing the the society’s communication strategy.

SCOM’s activities include:

  • Implementing the communication policy and its associated objectives;
  • Developing and executing optimal strategies to promote the ongoing programs and activities of SINS;
  • Promoting cohesive and effective communication channels at all organizational levels.

Members of the SINS Communication Committee

  • Elvira

    De Leonibus

    Institute of Biochemistry and Cell Biology (IBBC), National Research Council (CNR)
    Telethon Institute of Genetics and Medicine (TIGEM), Fondazione Telethon

  • Veronica

    Ghiglieri

    Department of Promotion of Human Sciences and Quality of Life
    San Raffaele University of Rome

  • Marco

    Onorati

    Department of Biology
    University of Pisa

  • Elisabetta

    Vegeto

    Department of Pharmacological and Biomolecular Sciences
    University of Milan

SINS Committee for Education and Training

The SINS Committee for Education and Training (SEDT) is tasked with organizing educational events and training initiatives in neuroscience for career scientists.

SEDT’s activities include:

  • Organize and support nationwide trainings, meetings and conferences;
  • Expanding the reach and impact of neuroscience training;
  • Encreasing the development of and member access to online training materials in neuroscience.

Through these initiatives, SEDT aims to actively promote and support continuing education and training in neuroscience, fostering collaboration and progress within the Italian scientific community.

Members of the SINS Committee for Education and Training

  • Roberto

    Ciccocioppo

    International School of Advanced Studies
    University of Camerino

  • Elvira

    De Leonibus

    Institute of Biochemistry and Cell Biology (IBBC), National Research Council (CNR)
    Telethon Institute of Genetics and Medicine (TIGEM), Fondazione Telethon

  • Tommaso

    Fellin

    Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT)

  • Carmela

    Matrone

    School of Medicine, Department of Neuroscience
    University of Naples Federico II

  • Alessandro

    Vercelli

    Department of Neuroscience “Rita Levi Montalcini”
    University of Turin