The Society for Neuroscience relies heavily on the services and talents of its many committee members to develop new projects and oversee current ones, to provide their considerable expertise in areas of concern to Society members and to aid Council and the Central Office in effectively representing the varied needs of Society members. Each committee meets at the Annual Meeting and throughout the year as necessary to discuss and address matters of concern. Although the most visible result of this effort is the Annual Meeting program developed by the Program Committee, the contributions of the other committees are no less crucial to the smooth and effective operation of the Society. Members of the 12 standing committees and the two ad hoc committees for 2000-2001 are listed below.
Election results determine the positions held ex officio .
The Committee on Animals in Research recommends to Council actions relevant to issues arising from the use of animals in research and to report to the membership on these issues as appropriate. The committee is also responsible for recommending topics for the next year's Animal Panel. The Committee on Neuroscience Literacy implements educational programs to enhance interest in the field of neuroscience. The committee also recommends topics and faculty for future workshops. After receiving approval from Council, the Committee on Neuroscience Literacy presents all proposals to the Program Committee at their January meeting.