The International Association of Neurorestoratology (IANR) is a global initiative dedicated to advancing both basic and clinical research in neurorestoratology and fostering international scientific collaboration. Established in 2007, IANR aims to bridge the gap between fundamental research and clinical practice, accelerating the transition from laboratory discoveries to real-world treatments. The association reflects the core principles of translational medicine by transforming breakthroughs in neurorestoratology into effective clinical strategies, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes.

Since its inception, IANR has hosted an annual conference at rotating locations worldwide, providing a premier platform for researchers and clinicians from Europe, America, Africa, and Asia to share knowledge and discuss recent advancements in neurorestorative mechanism and therapeutic exploration. This gathering promotes interdisciplinary exchange and strengthens global partnerships in the field.

The association’s founding leadership includes:

• Hongyun Huang (China) – Founding President
• Geoffrey Raisman (UK) – Honorary President
• Ziad M. Al Zoubi (Jordan) – Honorary President
• Wise Young (USA)– Honorary President

The IANR conference attracts leading researchers and clinicians from around the world, offering a platform for presenting cutting-edge scientific research and clinical advancements. Topics covered span a wide range of neurorestorative fields. Through its coordinated global efforts, IANR continues to push the boundaries of Neurorestoratology, accelerating the development of innovative treatments and ensuring that patients benefit directly from the latest scientific advancements.

Through its coordinated global efforts, IANR continues to push the boundaries of neurorestoratology, accelerating the development of innovative treatments and ensuring that patients benefit directly from the latest scientific advancements.

Background of the Association

Neural regeneration, structural repair, neuroplasticity, neuromodulation, and functional recovery represent some of the greatest challenges in modern neuroscience. These areas have witnessed rapid advancements, leading to significant breakthroughs and the emergence of a new interdisciplinary field—neurorestoratology.

Previously considered irreversible, damage to the nervous system is now being approached with new hope. Thanks to growing research in neural repair and protection, what was once thought to be untreatable now shows promise for effective therapeutic intervention.

To support this evolving science and bridge the gap between basic research and clinical application, the International Association of Neurorestoratology (IANR) was founded. The goal of IANR is to unite global efforts, facilitate translational medicine, and accelerate the development of innovative therapies for neurological conditions.

Association’s Character and Membership Composition

Formed by a collective of global scientists and clinicians, IANR was officially registered in October 2007 in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, People’s Republic of China. It is an international, non-profit, corporate association.

Its members hail from all over the world, including:

Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Singapore, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, Czech Republic, Tunisia, the United Kingdom, the United States, and many more.

Today, IANR stands as a leading global authority both professionally and academically in the field of neurorestoratology.

Association’s Purpose:

• Promoting scientific integrity, academic freedom, and international collaboration.
• Advancing the spirit of devotion, innovation, precision, and cooperation.
• Building a strong professional platform for knowledge sharing and interdisciplinary cooperation.

Its work spans across various medical and research domains such as neurology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, rehabilitation, pediatrics, physiotherapy, cell transplantation, hematology, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, ophthalmology, urology, pain management, psychiatry, and traditional medicine.

Through its initiatives, IANR aims to raise the academic profile of neurorestoratology, drive innovation, and ultimately improve patient outcomes

Scope of IANR

IANR’s core areas of activity include:

1. Organizing basic and clinical treatment research for neurorestoratology.

2. Developing treatment principle, criteria and guidelines for neurorestoratology.

3. Organizing international academic conferences, exchanges and cooperation.

4. Bringing interdisciplinary fields closer, encouraging academic groups for better collaboration.

5. Continuing medical education and updating scientific and technical knowledge to improve members' academic skills.

6. Starting advisory service activities related to neurorestoratology, informing the general public about the advances in this field, disseminating information to popularize scientific knowledge and promoting the development of this field.

7. Editing and publishing journals to encourage academic exchanges and the establishment of the competitive arena.

8. Recognizing and honoring outstanding scientific and technological achievements, and academic papers.

9. Sponsoring international organizations, international governments and relevant departments and entrusting other tasks.

10. Acknowledging outstanding members for their scientific and technical contributions, as well as the members with outstanding achievements in the association.