Fundraising Partnerships NREF is a philanthropic arm of AANS focused on neurosurgical research, education, and innovation with substantial industry-backed funding. This presents a sales opportunity to collaborate with medical device and pharmaceutical partners seeking targeted research grants, training programs, and fellowship support to enhance visibility and clinical outcomes.

Industry Funding Recent funding of over 1.8M from major industry players (Arthrex, DePuy Synthes, Globus Medical, Medtronic, Orthofix, Terumo Neuro) indicates robust partnership potential. Approach these and similar medical tech suppliers for co-funded fellowships, sponsored educational events, and joint grants.

Training Programs NREF partners to deliver prestigious neurosurgical training courses and fellowships. This creates a channel for vendors to sponsor curricula, simulations, and hands-on workshops that align with product commercialization timelines and clinician adoption paths.

Event Access Participation in and sponsorship of events like Brain Bolt 5K and training collaborations with hospitals (Methodist Le Bonheur, Semmes Murphey) signal opportunities to co-host community outreach, resident education days, and branded events that increase visibility among neurosurgical trainees.

Strategic Alignment With a sizable revenue base and a focus on advancing patient care through research and education, NREF represents a gateway for large companies and foundations seeking to demonstrate thought leadership, social impact, and long-term equity in neurosurgical innovation.