Event FAQ
What is a Brainhack? Brainhack DC 2026 is an official satellite event of the International Brainhack Global. The goal of the event is to bring together researchers with diverse backgrounds to collaborate on science projects in neuroimaging. Check out this recent community paper in Neuron describing our philosophy on Brainhacks!
Will this event be in person or online? This is a fully in person event at Georgetown Capitol Campus, Washington DC.
What is the event Code of Conduct? All participants agree to adhere to the Brainhack Code of Conduct. The principles of inclusivity and safety outlined in this Code of Conduct are integral to the Brainhack culture/community, so we take them very seriously. Please use this form to anonymously report any violation of our code of conduct.
Do I need to bring any supplies or install any software beforehand? Please remember to bring your own laptop to this event or reach out prior to the event if you require a computer. Software will vary by workshop and project, so be sure to join the Slack for updates regarding any required software.
How can I get in contact with the event organizers or other attendees? This year, we are using Slack for all communications related to Brainhack DC. Introduce yourself, join or create a channel to discuss different topics in neuroscience or to discuss items relevant to your project. We will be using the free version so note that older messages will be automatically deleted after 90 days.
Will there be any training sessions? YES! We have an awesome lineup of speakers from around the DC region who will be leading presentations on a wide-range of topics. Stay tuned for updates about the 2026 program.
I am unable to attend the entire event. Can I opt to attend only a few training sessions? Absolutely! We encourage this and hope you can fit as many training sessions as you can into your schedule. If you would like to work on a project but have limited time, we encourage you let your group know about your schedule ahead of time and determine together whether your schedule will accomodate that particular project.
I have a project idea! How can I propose it? Participants are encouraged to post their project ideas ahead of time. A project submission form will be available on this website soon. A On Thursday morning, we will have a session during which participants can "pitch" their projects! Project pitches do not need to be formal (you are welcome to prepare 1-5 slides, but do not need to). However, it does help if you come prepared with your (1) project aims and (2) a rough idea regarding how team members can contribute. You are welcome to propose an idea at any stage of development (e.g., something you have already been working on or an idea you’ve always wanted to start). Here are some more guidelines for preparing your project. If you have any questions about an idea you have, please feel free to reach out! See the Brainhack Project Gallery for an idea of what people are working on around the world.
Can I continue to work on a project after the event is over? This will vary depending on the project, but we definitely encourage this! Brainhacks are designed to increase and foster new collaborations that extend beyond the event! After the event is over, we also encourage project groups to submit a report describing their project as a conference paper to the 2026 Brainhack Proceedings after the event.
Schedule
A detailed schedule will be posted closer to the event.