The National Neuroanatomy Competition

The National Neuroanatomy Competition A National Undergraduate Neuroanatomy competition for medical and life science students

This competition has been designed so that undergraduate Medical and Life Science students studying at UK and Irish universities interested in neuroscience can further their knowledge, have an enjoyable day with like-minded students and potentially win a prize!

[Meet our speaker 📣‼️]Professor Tom Gillingwater – He has secured £11M+ in research funding, published 190+ papers, and ...
21/03/2025

[Meet our speaker 📣‼️]

Professor Tom Gillingwater – He has secured £11M+ in research funding, published 190+ papers, and supervised 40+ PhD and MSc students. A former Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Anatomy (2011–2022), he also holds an MBA and is a Fellow of multiple prestigious societies. His work continues to shape the future of neuroscience and anatomy research.

Tickets are available to purchase via the link in our bio

04/03/2025

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Registered for NUNC and worried about your preparation? 🤯 Do not worry, we have got you covered! Our exam is based on “A...
28/02/2025

Registered for NUNC and worried about your preparation? 🤯 Do not worry, we have got you covered!

Our exam is based on “A Core Syllabus for the Teaching of Neuroanatomy to Medical Students” This syllabus will hopefully be a tool to guide your preparation and knowledge required to ace the competition!

It is available via the event portal or our linktree!

🧠 The 13th National Undergraduate Neuroanatomy Competition is back!📅 Date: May 3, 2025📍 Venue: University of Glasgow🔥 Ch...
20/02/2025

🧠 The 13th National Undergraduate Neuroanatomy Competition is back!

📅 Date: May 3, 2025
📍 Venue: University of Glasgow

🔥 Challenge yourself with the SBA & Spotter Exam
🧑‍⚕️ Learn from top experts in neurology, neuroscience & neurosurgery
👐 Get hands-on experience in interactive workshops
📈 Boost your CV & stand out in applications!

🎟 Tickets are now LIVE! Secure yours at www.natneurocomp.com before they sell out!

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Still recruiting ‼️We are looking for NUNC representatives from the following universities! Are you interested in neuroa...
20/11/2024

Still recruiting ‼️

We are looking for NUNC representatives from the following universities! Are you interested in neuroanatomy and want to act as a bridge between your university and NUNC. Now is your chance to sign up and boast your CV! We have perks and discounts for all NUNC reps! 🎉

Sign up via the link in the bio

01/11/2024

Welcome to Soton Brain Hub - the brain explained!Here we are - illustrations by Dr Charlotte along with Dr Calvin's smooth voice over. This one covers caroti...

We are looking for NUNC representatives from all universities in the UK. You will be the point of contact and acting as ...
09/10/2024

We are looking for NUNC representatives from all universities in the UK. You will be the point of contact and acting as the bridge between your university and us. Submit your application via the link in our bio by 18th of October 2024!

NUNC 2025 2nd recruitment is now open! We can’t wait to welcome you on board. We are looking for enthuasiastic individua...
03/10/2024

NUNC 2025 2nd recruitment is now open! We can’t wait to welcome you on board.

We are looking for enthuasiastic individuals with an interest in neuroscience or neuroanatomy to join our team. 4 positions are available! We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and experience, Glasgow based applicants will be prioritised. Feel free to email us if you have any questions on applying and submit your application to us by the 18th of October.

To finish, I am very proud to be in charge of NUNC this year and hope to deliver an inspiring and stimulating competitio...
01/10/2024

To finish, I am very proud to be in charge of NUNC this year and hope to deliver an inspiring and stimulating competition for our participants, with the help of my amazing team. 🧠

Isabelle is back this year as vice president and will be my second in command overseeing the whole organizing and delive...
01/10/2024

Isabelle is back this year as vice president and will be my second in command overseeing the whole organizing and delivery of this competition 🧠

Deema is our new dissection lead and will be in charge of organizing the spotter examination this year ! 🧠
01/10/2024

Deema is our new dissection lead and will be in charge of organizing the spotter examination this year ! 🧠

01/10/2024

Welcome to Soton Brain Hub - the brain explained!Hello once again - you know the drill, illustrations by Dr Charlotte, script and narration by Dr Ben. Back ...

Next up we have Riya 🧠! She will be making sure that everyone is feeling adequately supported both within the committee ...
30/09/2024

Next up we have Riya 🧠! She will be making sure that everyone is feeling adequately supported both within the committee throughout the year but also on the day of the competition for all of our participants.

Time to meet our new committee for this upcoming NUNC ! 🧠 First we have Ellie, she will be in charge of securing our spe...
30/09/2024

Time to meet our new committee for this upcoming NUNC ! 🧠 First we have Ellie, she will be in charge of securing our speakers this year to deliver inspiring talks during our afternoon conference.

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We are proud to present to you the 13th National Undergraduate Neuroanatomy competition which will take place on the 3rd of May 2025. Hear from our past pre-clinical winner, Amelia Dickson on why you should join! 🧠🎉 Tickets are available on www.natneurocomp.com or via the link in our bio ‼️

Here’s how to get to the Thomson Building from the Subway Station tomorrow folks! Can’t wait to see you all there!😄🙏

Wondered what the NUNC winner's trophies look like??? Wonder no more! There's a stack more perks to winning including exclusive access codes and textbooks! See you all in 2 days time!!!

🧠 Just over a month away! 🧠 Check the link in our bio to grab your ticket. Open to all medical students AND students from anatomy-based degrees such as anatomy and neuroscience in the UK and Ireland. Glasgow, Scotland. 8th June 2024!

✨GROUP DISCOUNTS✨ We offer ticket discounts for 5 or more people coming as a group from the same university! Get in touch with your local NUNC rep to organise a code, or contact us directly at [email protected] 🚗 Travelling with a group? Check out our linktree (in bio) to fill out our travel bursary application. Group travel gets priority!

🧠DID YOU KNOW 🧠 that NUNC offers a travel bursary and widening participation scheme? Check out our linktree at linktr.ee/natneurocompuk for information and links! Link in bio for easy access 🌟🚂🚗

A special message from last year's Primary Chair Ameerah. We are delighted to have been awarded the Chancellor's grant to use for the next 2 years to make the competition even better! NUNC 2024 is running on the 8th June 2024 at the University of Glasgow. Get your tickets at: https://natneurocomp.com/tickets/

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Welcome to the National Undergraduate Neuroanatomy Competition page!

The NUNC is an annual competition open to all medical students in the UK and Ireland. It first started in 2013, and has since run annually at the University of Southampton, and now attracts over 100 every year!

The competition is designed so that medical students with interests in neuroscience, neuropsychiatry, neurosurgery or other neuro-related careers can further their knowledge, build their CV, have an enjoyable day with like-minded students and potentially win a prize!

Like our page for information, updates and relevant content or visit our website www.natneurocomp.co.uk for more!