Neurosurgery Research and Education Foundation

Founded by the AANS in 1981, the Neurosurgery Research and Education Foundation (NREF) has become the premier foundation supporting neurosurgical research studies. The NREF focuses its grant funding on well-conceived basic science, patient-oriented clinical and outcomes research projects for young neurosurgeons and neurosurgical residents in North America.

Columbia Brain Tumor Research Fund

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Since our inception in 2004, we have been dedicated to advancing the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of children’s brain tumors through the support of scientific investigations. We have also strived to increase awareness of this condition and provide pertinent information for patients and their families.

2012 Tournament

Saturday, June 9th, 2012 Central Park, New York City 9am-5pm Endorsed by Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, this date has been declared “Neurosurgery Charity Softball Tournament Day” in the City of New York. Post-tournament reception: Empire Hotel – Roof Top 44 West 63rd Street, New York, NY 10023 7:00pm – 10:00pm Food & Beverages with Music [...]

Endorsements

Endorsed by Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, this date has been declared “Neurosurgery Charity Softball Tournament Day” in the City of New York, and supported by the New York Yankees.  Read More

News and Updates

New Images from the 2011 Tournament!

Here are some new images from the 2011 Tournament!

2011 Tournament

View images from the 2011 Tournament here! (http://2011neurosurgerysoftballbenefit.shutterfly.com/1767)

WSJ Article

Softball and Charity on the Brain

The Wall Street Journal has an article about our event (Link|PDF):

“It doesn’t take a brain surgeon to hit a softball. But for a charity tournament this Saturday in Central Park, all of the players are neurosurgeons.”