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  • Neuroscience Education
  • Higher Education Initiatives

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  • The Faculty for Undergraduate Neuroscience (FUN) was founded in 1991.
  • Recognizing the need for dedicated undergraduate neuroscience programs.

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  • To commemorate the 25th anniversary of FUN's establishment.
  • To honor the founding members for their contributions.

Main Methods:

  • The 25th-anniversary celebration served as the event.
  • Founders Award presented to key individuals.

Main Results:

  • Dr. Julio J. Ramirez, founding president, spoke at the event.
  • Drs. Sally Frutiger, Stephen George, Julio Ramirez, and Dennison Smith received the Founders Award.

Conclusions:

  • The event highlighted the successful growth and impact of FUN over 25 years.
  • The founders' vision and dedication were acknowledged.