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Scientific Reports' "Illusions of the Mind" Collection: Final Submission Deadline extended to August 1st, 2025

by smart＠neuralcorrelate.com

Scientific Reports: Call for Papers - Illusions of the Mind <https://www.nature.com/collections/cjaajgjfgf> Collection (Final Extended Deadline: August 1st, 2025). Dear Colleagues, Scientific Reports is currently welcoming submissions of original research to a Collection on Illusions of the Mind <https://www.nature.com/collections/cjaajgjfgf> . The Collection is now open for manuscript submissions. An illusion is an inaccurate perception of a real external object, indicating a sensory or cognitive distortion. Illusions might be experienced by anyone, but they might also be prevalent in individuals with certain neurological or psychiatric conditions (e.g., schizophrenia). Thus, their investigation can provide useful insights into our understanding of the neural processes underlying perception and cognition. This Collection welcomes original research articles in the areas of Psychology, Psychiatry, and Neuroscience, reporting empirical studies on Illusions of the Mind. Submissions will be considered through August 1st, 2025, at this link <https://author-welcome.nature.com/41598> . All manuscripts submitted to a Collection are assessed according to the standard Scientific Reports editorial criteria and peer review process and are subject to all <https://www.nature.com/srep/journal-policies/editorial-policies> standard journal policies. The editors for this Collection are: Alexander De Foe, PhD <mailto:alexander.defoe1@monash.edu> , Stephen Macknik, PhD <mailto:Stephen%20Macknik%20%3csmacknik@gmail.com%3e> & Susana Martinez-Conde, PhD <mailto:Martinez-Conde%20Susana%20%3csmart@neuralcorrelate.com%3e> . Please feel free to share this call with your colleagues and collaborators. Thank you for your interest, Susana Martinez-Conde ----------------------------------------------------------------- Susana Martinez-Conde, PhD Professor Ophthalmology/Neurology/Phys&Pharm SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University 450 Clarkson Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11203

May 16, 2025

PhD opportunity at ETIS lab (Parisian region)

by Elisa MASSI

Dear all, we are looking for PhD candidates on the topic of “ Leveraging Synaptic and Structural-Network Properties for Memory Formation in the Hippocampus with Spiking Neural Models ” at ETIS lab at CY Cergy Paris University (Parisian region), France. Deadline is the 31st of May. For applications and more information, please contact Prof. Thanos MANOS (thanos.manos[(a)]cyu.fr) and me (elisa.massi[(a)]ensea.fr) Best wishes, Elisa -- Elisa MASSI Assistant professor (Maîtresse de conférence) ETIS Lab -- CY Cergy Paris Université, France

May 16, 2025

Postdoctoral position studying vision at experiment/computation interface

by Daniel A. Butts

The laboratories of Bevil Conway (at NIH) and Dan Butts (at University of Maryland) are seeking a brilliant postdoc to study high-acuity vision, combining large-scale electrophysiology and "deep" computational modeling. The position is split between the labs, and involves both experimental neurophysiology and data-driven computational models and analyses. Our labs are in the Washington DC area (about 30-min apart) and accessible on the metro from downtown. Prior experience (broadly speaking) is recommended. If interested, please email Dan Butts (dab(a)umd.edu) with your CV and brief research statement. :Dan For more info: https://neurotheory.umd.edu/ https://www.nei.nih.gov/research/research-labs-and-branches/we-are-nei-intr…

May 15, 2025

[Jobs] PhD positions in Switzerland on generative modelling using spiking networks

by Phil Garner

Dear Colleagues, Funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation, I have openings for two PhD candidates working here at Idiap Research Institute in the general area of generative modelling using spiking networks. The project will follow two related threads: In a first thread, we will investigate the mathematical relationship between spiking and the diffusion that is common for current generative models. In a second thread, we will investigate the interface between the (binary) spikes and the continuous signals normally required for the generative applications. The posts are fully funded for four years. Candidates will register at EPFL for the academic side of the position, and will be based in Martigny in the Swiss alps. The link for the application: https://careers.werecruit.io/fr/idiap/offres/phd-positions-in-generative-mo… Other positions at Idiap with a cool video: https://www.idiap.ch/en/careers Sincerely, -- Phil Garner http://www.idiap.ch/~pgarner

May 15, 2025

Neurophysics Master at Donders Institute, Radboud University Nijmegen

by Francesco Battaglia

Dear colleagues, I would like to point your attention to our renovated Master's program in Neurophysics at Radboud University Nijmegen. The program is hosted within the Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behavior and is an ideal setting for students with a Physics, exact sciences background who wish to learn about the brain and pursue a career in brain research and neurotechnology. Please see below for more info and contacts, or download our brochure here https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/pl3g19qetscdf5t317evm/Neurophysics_master_fl… Best regards, Francesco Prof. Dr. Francesco P. Battaglia Principal Investigator Neuronal Networks of Memory Lab Donders Centre for Neuroscience Heyendaalseweg 135 6525AJ Nijmegen - The Netherlands francesco.battaglia(a)donders.ru.nl fpbattaglia(a)gmail.com Post address: P.O. box 9010 internal Mailbox 66 6500GL Nijmegen The Netherlands *Neurophysics master at Radboud University and the Donders Institute, Nijmegen, Netherlands* - Study the brain and artificial neural networks through the lens of mathematical modeling and physics. - This 2-year masters—unique in Europe—provides a rigorous theoretical foundation in neural systems using methods from experimental physics, machine learning, and computational modelling. - Advances in network theory—illustrated by recent physics Nobel Prizes (Hinton, Hopfield, Parisi)— and brain imaging technologies are expanding research opportunities in this developing field. - Open to students from physics, science, or related backgrounds (computer science, mathematics, engineering), and awards a master degree in physics. All courses are taught in English. *Curriculum * - Courses in Computational Neuroscience, Machine Learning, Theory of Brain Machine Interfaces, Neurobiophysics, Theory of Complex Systems, Neural Data Analysis, and many more. - By choosing Data Science electives, the master can include an 18 EC Data Science Minor. - Many elective neuroscience courses across campus (incl. Cognitive Neuroscience / AI master). *Studying at Radboud University and the Donders Institute * - Radboud University is one of Europe’s leading universities in Neuroscience (#7 at research.com) - Courses are taught by faculty from the Donders institute for brain, cognition and behavior. - The Donders institute hosts more than 100 world-class neuroscience departments, offering rich internship choices for neurophysics students. - Access to cutting-edge technology: invasive neural recordings, state-of-the-art MRI, and large-scale neurotechnology initiatives like NeurotechEU and the Dutch Brain Interface Initiative. *Career prospects * - Trains students with a quantitative, multidisciplinary background and prepares for careers in: · Neuroscience, computational neuroscience, neuroAI, physics. · Neurotechnology, neuroprosthetics, biomedical technology. · Data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence. neuromorphic computing technologies. *Learn more: www.ru.nl/masters/neurophysics <http://www.ru.nl/masters/neurophysics>* *Rosa van Heesch+31 6 50 01 04 15 <+31650010415> rosa.vanheesch(a)ru.nl <rosa.vanheesch(a)ru.nl>*

May 14, 2025

PhD at the Center for Neuroscience Research of Lyon, France

by Elif Köksal

*Multiscale brain rhythms under healthy and epileptic conditions: computational modeling insights for clinical applications* Neural activity in the brain operates across multiple scales, encompassing both spatial and temporal dynamics. In patients with epilepsy, however, cognitive impairments are often linked to disruptions in these neural mechanisms, particularly through interictal epileptiform discharges (IEDs). This project aims to uncover new insights into the link between electrophysiology and attention deficits, one of the most prevalent cognitive impairments in patients with epilepsy, by exploring the role of IEDs. The PhD candidate will develop a comprehensive neocortical population model. The model will be validated on electrophysiological signals recorded in epileptic patients, and its dynamics will be studied to detail the mechanisms of multiple timescale interactions giving rise to healthy and pathological activity. The research project is at the interface between computational, cognitive, and clinical neurosciences. The candidate will preferably have some background in applied mathematics or computational neuroscience/systems biology. Programming skills in Python and knowledge of dynamical systems are required. Knowledge in cognitive neuroscience, electrophysiology and/or EEG analysis would be an asset. The PhD fellow will join the Cophy Team <https://cophyteam.fr/> hosted at the Center for Neuroscience Research of Lyon (CRNL), France. The ideal start date is September 2025, with some flexibility. Candidates should send their CV, a motivation letter, contact information for 2-3 references and their master degree notes (if available) to Elif Köksal-Ersöz elif.koksal(a)inria.fr and Mathilde Bonnefond mathilde.bonnefond(a)inserm.fr until June 10th 2025. Related Publications: 1. Bonnefond M, Kastner S, Jensen O. Communication between Brain Areas Based on Nested Oscillations. eNeuro. 2017; 4(2). 2. Köksal-Ersöz E, Lazazzera R, Yochum M, Merlet I, Makhalova J, Mercadal B, et al. Signal processing and computational modeling for interpretation of SEEG-recorded interictal epileptiform discharges in epileptogenic and non-epileptogenic zones. J Neural Eng. 2022;19(5):055005. 3. Köksal-Ersöz E, Yochum M, Benquet P, Wendling F. eCOALIA: Neocorticalneural mass model for simulating electroencephalographic signal, SoftwareX. 2024, 28: 101924. 4. Thieux M, Jung J. *et al.* BLAST paradigm. Epilepsy & Behavior. 2019 *;* 99: 106470.

May 13, 2025

Information theory workshop at CNS*2025 -- call for contributed talks

by Marilyn Gatica

Dear all, We are pleased to announce that the *Workshop on Methods of Information Theory in Computational Neuroscience <https://kgatica.github.io/CNS2025-InfoTeory-W.io/>* <https://kgatica.github.io/CNS2025-InfoTeory-W.io/>will be held once again at the 34th Annual Computational Neuroscience Meeting (*CNS*2025 <https://www.cnsorg.org/cns-2025>* conference), in *Florence, Italy*. The workshop will be held during sessions over the last two days (*8th and 9th of July 2025*) of the main conference. Our confirmed *speakers* so far include the following: - Giovanni Petri, Northeastern University London, UK - Luca Faes, University of Palermo, Italy - Xenia Kobeleva, Ruhr University, Germany - Marilyn Gatica, Northeastern University London, UK - Maria Pope , Indiana University, USA - Daniele Marinazzo, Ghent University, Belgium - Marius Pille , Charité – Berlin University of Medicine, Germany - ... more TBA! We would like to *call for contributions* to talks. If you are interested in contributing a talk, please send a title and abstract to Marilyn Gatica ( marilyn.gatica(a)nulondon.ac.uk) and Joseph Lizier ( joseph.lizier(a)sydney.edu.au) Earlier submissions and those from female/minority speakers will be prioritised. Please pay attention to the registration for CNS*2025 (deadlines and fees), as workshop registration at least is required for attendance, and see our website <https://kgatica.github.io/CNS2025-InfoTeory-W.io/> for more details. We hope you will join us there! *Organising Committee:* Marilyn Gatica (*chair*) Joseph Lizier (*co-chair*) Abdullah Makkeh Pedro Mediano

May 13, 2025

PhD position in Computational Neuroscience, Maastricht University, the Netherlands - application deadline 18 May

by Moerel, Michelle (MACSBIO)

We're excited to announce a fully funded PhD position at the Maastricht Centre for Systems Biology and Bioinformatics (MaCSBio), Maastricht University. This PhD project will focus on computational modelling of the corticothalamic circuitry to investigate its role in auditory attention. By combining computational neuroscience, ultra-high field fMRI, and laminar intracranial EEG, you will explore how the brain selectively processes sounds. The project is co-supervised by Dr. Ryszard Auksztulewicz and Dr. Michelle Moerel, and will be carried out within an international and interdisciplinary team. We welcome applicants with a Master's degree in computational neuroscience, computer science, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline. Strong programming skills are essential; prior experience with computational neuroscience is a plus. Full details and the application portal can be found here: https://vacancies.maastrichtuniversity.nl/job/Maastricht-PhD-candidate-in-A… Application deadline: 18 May 2025 Ideal starting date: around 1 September 2025 Feel free to reach out to with any questions. [UM logo signature 2017] [cid:image002.png@01DBC327.0EB9A570] Michelle Moerel, PhD Associate Professor Maastricht Centre for Systems Biology (MaCSBio) Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) Faculty of Psychology and Neuroscience (FPN) B3.006, Paul-Henri Spaaklaan 1, 6229 EN Maastricht, Netherlands T +31-(0)-43-3881862 E michelle.moerel(a)maastrichtuniversity.nl<mailto:michelle.moerel@maastrichtuniversity.nl>

May 12, 2025

World wide VVTNS series (fifth season): Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 11:00 am EDT| Tomoki Fukai, Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology

by David Hansel

[image: VVTNS.png] https://www.wwtns.online <https://streaklinks.com/A9c7PbbpKY7PxB6PaAJWGD3-/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wwtns.on…> - on twitter: wwtns@TheoreticalWide You are cordially invited to the lecture Tomoki Fukai Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Neural mechanisms of memory linking and replay: inhibition matters The lecture will be held on zoom on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at *11:00 am EDT * To receive the link: https://www.wwtns.online/register-page *Abstract: *My talk will consist of three subtopics. The brain remembers episodes not in isolation but with their contextual relationships, such as spatial or temporal proximity. This is an essential feature of the brain’s memory, but the underlying mechanism is yet to be explored. Cell assemblies, or engrams, may provide neural representations for such relationships. First, I will show a class of associative memory models that encode and retrieve multiple memory contents linked by an arbitrary graph structure through experience and demonstrate the crucial role of the balance between two inhibitory subnetwork types in the flexible retrieval of relational memories. Secondly, I propose a theoretical framework to generate a cognitive map, i.e., neural representations of relationships between memory items. This framework aims at the predictive function of the hippocampus and is based on successor representations proposed for reinforcement learning. Intriguingly, the model provides a unified account for grid cells in spatial navigation and concept cells in natural language processing. Finally, I will discuss another crucial role of the hippocampal memory system, memory replay, in a spiking neural network model. Unlike the conventional associative memory models that maintain attractor memory states, this model attempts to maximize the capacity of replayed activity patterns. Our model suggests the crucial role of inhibitory plasticity in optimizing spontaneous memory replay. *About VVTNS : Launched as the World Wide Theoretical Neuroscience Seminar (WWTNS) in November 2020 and renamed in homage to Carl van Vreeswijk in Memoriam (April 20, 2022), Speakers have the occasion to talk about theoretical aspects of their work which cannot be discussed in a setting where the majority of the audience consists of experimentalists. The seminars, **held on Wednesdays at 11 am ET,** are 45-50 min long followed by a discussion. The talks are recorded with authorization of the speaker and are available to everybody on our YouTube channel.* ᐧ

May 11, 2025

[News] Call for Applications: MSc Artificial Intelligence at the University of Plymouth

by Amir Aly

Dear All * *Apologies for cross-posting** We are pleased to invite applications for our *MSc Artificial Intelligence* programme at the *University of Plymouth*. Our MSc AI programme offers a comprehensive curriculum covering key areas including *Machine Learning*, *Natural Language Processing and Large Language Models (LLMs)*, *Robotics, and others*. Designed in collaboration with industry experts, the programme focuses on developing practical, industry-ready skills alongside strong theoretical foundations. Students will benefit from hands-on projects, access to cutting-edge AI technologies, and direct preparation for impactful careers in this rapidly advancing field. 🔗 Learn more: MSc Artificial Intelligence - University of Plymouth <https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/msc-artificial-intelligence> 📅 *Applications are open* for both *September* and *January* intakes. For further information or specific queries, please feel free to contact me directly. We look forward to welcoming the next generation of AI innovators! Kind regards Regards -------------------------------------------- *Dr. Amir Aly*, PhD, FHEA, SIEEE Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Programme Manager of Artificial Intelligence UK and Ireland IEEE-RAS Chapter Vice Chair Director of the Centre for Robotics and Neural Systems (CRNS) School of Engineering, Computing, and Mathematics Room A307 Portland Square, Drake Circus, PL4 8AA University of Plymouth, UK

May 11, 2025