The White House -- Mapping the Human Brain

Posted:  2 Apr 13

Your Daily Snapshot for Tuesday, April 2, 2013   Mapping the Human Brain Today, President Obama unveiled the BRAIN (Brain Research through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies) Initiative, which aims to help researchers find new ways to treat, cure, and even prevent brain disorders -- such as Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy, and traumatic brain injury. Learn more about this important investment. In Case You Missed It Here are some of the top stories from the White House blog: From the Archives: Play Ball, Mr. President! Our national pastime and our Nation’s leaders have shared a unique relationship for some 150 years. Presidents throwing out first pitches or hosting World Series winners at the White House are familiar images from each baseball season. Be Healthy, Be Active, Be You: The 2013 White House Easter Egg Roll The First Family today welcomed more than 30,000 guests to the South Lawn for the 135th annual White House Easter Egg Roll. Check out the highlights. Weekly Address: President Obama Offers Easter and Passover GreetingsPresident Obama uses his weekly address to mark a sacred time for the millions of Americans celebrating Easter and Passover, and he calls on everyone to use this time to reflect on the common values we share as a nation. Today's Schedule All times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). 7:30 AM: The Vice President hosts breakfast meeting with Secretary of State John Kerry 9:55 AM: The President delivers remarks on the BRAIN Initiative  10:30 AM: The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing 11:15 AM: The President meets with senior advisors 12:30 PM: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney  2:10 PM: The President holds a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong of Singapore; the Vice President attends 3:00 PM: The Vice President meets with Prime Minister Lee at the White House 4:30 PM: The President and the Vice Presdent meet with Secretary of Defense Hagel 5:35 PM: The President hosts cast and crew members of the movie 42 for a screening at the White House 8:45 PM: The Vice President delivers remarks at the 2013 Vital Voices Global Leadership Awards   Indicates that the event will be live-streamed on WhiteHouse.gov/Live Get Updates Sign up for the Daily Snapshot Stay Connected     Facebook Twitter YouTube Flickr Google+     The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW • Washington, DC 20500 • 202-456-1111