Dr. Deanna Saylor recently received the Patrick A. Griffith Outstanding Mentor Award and Lecture from SEQUINS 2025 for her work “Mentoring in Low-& Middle-Income Countries: Pathways to Improving Global Neurological Equity”.聽
Dr. Deanna Saylor has been recognized for her exceptional dedication to fostering the next generation of researchers in equity neuroscience, receiving the prestigious Patrick A. Griffith Outstanding Mentor Award and Lecture from SEQUINS (Society for Equity Neuroscience) in 2025. This accolade honors her impactful work, specifically “Mentoring in Low-& Middle-Income Countries: Pathways to Improving Global Neurological Equity.”
With her in the photo are: the President of SEQUINS, Dr. Bruce Ovbiagele (UCSF), along with the daughter and son of Patrick A. Griffith, the award’s namesake.
The Patrick A. Griffith Outstanding Mentor Award is a significant recognition within the neuroscience community, celebrating individuals who have demonstrated excellence in guiding, supporting, and promoting the training and career development of future researchers in the specialized field of equity neuroscience. While recipients are expected to be accomplished scientists, the award distinctively emphasizes their commitment to mentorship over personal scientific achievements. It acknowledges the crucial role of mentors in shaping independent equity neuroscientists who will, in turn, contribute to the field’s advancement.
According to SEQUINS, this award highlights the successful development of mentees who are actively engaged in research, teaching, mentoring, community activities, or other leadership roles within equity neuroscience. Dr. Saylor’s selection underscores her sustained and impactful efforts in mentoring trainees to address neurological health disparities globally.
Advancing Equity in Neuroscience: The Mission of SEQUINS
The Society for Equity Neuroscience (SEQUINS) is at forefront of addressing disparities in neurological health outcomes worldwide. Established to foster a multidisciplinary community, SEQUINS promotes scientific exchange and tackles critical questions to advance brain health equity, particularly for underserved and marginalized populations. The society’s inaugural annual scientific meeting is being held on May 15, 2025, in Charleston, South Carolina, featuring scientific lectures, early career presentations, and the recognition of excellence in the field.
Dr. Deanna Saylor’s receipt of the Patrick A. Griffith Outstanding Mentor Award shines a light on the critical importance of mentorship in building capacity and fostering leadership to achieve global neurological equity. Her work in low- and middle-income countries exemplifies the dedication to not only advancing scientific knowledge but also empowering the next wave of researchers committed to a more equitable future in neuroscience.