22nd – 25th November 2018

Australasian Cognitive Neuroscience Society

Hosted by the University of Melbourne at the historic Parkville Campus.

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Celebrating the latest research in Brain, Mind, and Behavior

Welcome to Melbourne

The University of Melbourne was proud to host the 2018 ACNS conference, bringing together the brightest minds in the Australasian cognitive neuroscience community. Located just a short walk from Melbourne’s Central Business District, the Parkville Campus provided an inspiring backdrop for scientific exchange.

"We enjoyed welcoming the Australasian cognitive neuroscience community to Melbourne for a week of rigorous science and collegial networking."

The conference featured a blend of technical workshops, early career researcher (ECR) mixers, and high-level symposia designed to foster collaboration across borders and disciplines.

University of Melbourne Campus Architecture

Scientific Program Highlights

A comprehensive schedule featuring pre-conference workshops (Nov 20-22) and the main scientific meeting.

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Keynote Addresses

Hear from three internationally renowned cognitive neuroscientists sharing breakthroughs in brain mapping and neural processing.

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Young Investigator Award

A special keynote presentation from the recipient of the prestigious ACNS Young Investigator Award, showcasing the next generation of talent.

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Symposia & Fast Talks

Dynamic sessions including symposia, rapid-fire talks, and a vibrant Poster Gala allowing for deep dives into specific research areas.

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Social Events

Network with peers at the Welcome Reception, ECR Mixer, and the unforgettable Gala Dinner at Melbourne Zoo.

The Venue: Parkville Campus

Hosted by the Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, the conference took place in state-of-the-art facilities surrounded by heritage-listed buildings.

Attendees enjoyed easy access to the nearby Lygon Street restaurant district, Princes Park, and other cultural landmarks.

Melbourne University Parkville Campus Science Building

Conference Proceedings

The official proceedings for ACNS 2018 are now archived and available with the following identifier:


ISBN: 978-0-646-59816-1

Contact Us

For more information regarding past events or future conferences, please contact the organizing committee.

Stefan Bode

Organizing Committee

Katherine Johnson

Organizing Committee