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Fwd: [seminar.wwtns] New recording on the VVTNS YouTube channel: Flexible analog computation in low-rank balanced spiking networks by Alfonso Renart
by David Hansel Nov. 26, 2025

Nov. 26, 2025

[image: VVTNS.png] > > <https://84454458.streak-link.com/Cq-mDg07ey98pEfARQH4qidY/https%3A%2F%2Fwww…> > https://www.wwtns.online > <https://streaklinks.com/A9c7PbbpKY7PxB6PaAJWGD3-/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wwtns.on…> > - on twitter: wwtns@TheoreticalWide - on Youtube > New on the VVTNS YouTube Channel https://www.wwtns.online/past-seminars-2025-2026 *Flexible analog computation in low-rank balanced spiking networks* Lecture delivered on November 26, 2025 by Alfonso Renart Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown, Lisbon *Abstract:* Recurrent networks with balanced excitation-inhibition explain a wide range of neurophysiological observations, but can only implement a limited set of transformations on their input. On the other hand networks of firing-rate units with low-rank connectivity have universal computational capabilities, but do not work with spikes or generate noise self-consistently. Although empirical approaches to merge these two computational frameworks have been constructed, there is no established theory describing their unification. Here we develop such a theory. We study analytically and numerically networks with connectivity comprising random “strong”, and low-rank “weak” components. When the low-rank connectivity is slow, a well-defined notion of instantaneous firing rate emerges which implies universal computation as previously shown. However, the fact that such time-varying rates are the result of E-I balance has important implications. We show that internally or externally generated fluctuations along particular latent modes tend to break the E-I balance. Its maintenance is obtained through the emergence of a spontaneous coupling between the mean and the variance of the membrane potential and the norm of the latent state driving these modes. This leads to several predictions, the most counterintuitive of which is that coherent global fluctuations in subthreshold membrane potential (Vm) should coexist with desynchronized activity at constant firing rates when the dynamics of these modes is excited. To test our theory, we show that the coupling between the average Vm and the latent state adds new non-linear dimensions to the low-dimensional manifold of the network, which lead to a frequency doubling when the input to the network is periodic, a prediction that is borne out in population recordings from mouse V1. Our results unify two prevalent frameworks for cortical computation and clarify the relationship between computation, dynamics and geometry in circuits of spiking neurons. *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

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Call for Contributions: Conference on the Simulation of Adaptive Behavior, 19-22 October, at TU Berlin, Germany
by Sprekeler, Henning Nov. 26, 2025

Nov. 26, 2025

From Animals to Animats 18: The 18th International Conference on Simulation of Adaptive Behavior (SAB 2026) Where: TU Berlin, Germany When: 19-22 October 2026 Website: www.sab-conference.org<http://www.sab-conference.org/> Important Dates Submission deadline: 15 May 2026 Notification of acceptance:19 June 2026 Camera-ready paper version due: 17 July 2026 Conference takes place: 19-22 October 2026 Objectives: The interdisciplinary conference on the Simulation of Adaptive Behavior: From Animals to Animats (SAB) 2026 brings together researchers from artificial intelligence, robotics, behavioral biology, psychology, neuroscience, and many other fields. The conference offers a unique opportunity to exchange ideas across disciplinary boundaries. We believe this exchange is necessary to advance our understanding of the mechanisms that enable general and robust behavior in natural animals and artificial agents. The conference focuses on characterizing and comparing organizational principles and architectures underlying adaptive behavior in animals and animats. Animats denote the conceptual connections between animals and synthetic agents. The conference therefore actively seeks submissions that bridge several of the aforementioned disciplines, combining their methodological foundations to arrive at novel insights and approaches. Of particular interest are research projects which connect natural behavior to synthetic agents, including those leveraging modern machine learning and deep learning techniques for behavioral modeling, analysis, and synthesis. Selected papers will be invited to a special issue in the journal Adaptive Behavior and will be published with Springer Nature. SAB accepts submissions in several tracks: * Conference papers are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published in conference proceedings “From Animals to Animats 18: SAB 2026” Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence, Springer Nature. * Conference papers without inclusion in the proceedings. These papers will undergo a light peer-review. Papers will be included on the conference website but they will not be formally published so that your research results can still appear in your disciplinary journals. * Poster abstracts are peer-reviewed for general suitability of the content. Accepted posters will be presented at a poster session and, time permitting, will be able to present a spotlight presentation to the conference attendees. * Position papers are peer reviewed; they offer a novel, visionary perspective on the convergence of different branches of behavior-based research in both artificial and biological systems. These papers are supposed to trigger a lively discussion. * Workshop or Tutorial proposals will be peer reviewed. Workshops and Tutorials will take place on September 20. The event should be relevant to the expected audience of SAB. Topics of interest: * Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Life, and Computational neuroscience * Action selection, behavioral sequencing * Communication and language * Emotion and motivation * Internal models and representations * Reinforcement learning * Sensory-motor coordination, motor control * Software agents and virtual creatures * Philosophical Issues * Consciousness * Ethics * Mind/Body problem * Robotics * Autonomous robotics * Bio-inspired and hybrid robotics * Cognitive robotics * Developmental robotics * Humanoid robotics * Navigation and mapping * Neurorobotics * Self-Organizing Systems * Body and brain co-evolution * Collective and social behavior * Dynamical systems approaches * Evolutionary and co-evolutionary approaches * Self-assembling and self-replication Paper and Abstract Submission: Author Guidelines for All Tracks All submissions must be written in English and formatted in the Springer LNCS style. Please refer to the LNCS Springer style guide<https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…> for style templates and formatting instructions. We strongly encourage authors to prepare papers using LaTeX. The LNCS package for LaTeX and the instructions file can be downloaded directly from Springer’s website. Additional Guidelines for Conference and Position Papers All submitted papers (conference papers with and without inclusion in the proceedings, as well as position papers) must not exceed 12 pages, including references. Additional Guidelines for Poster Abstracts All submitted poster abstracts must not exceed 3 pages, including references. How to Submit All submissions will be handled through the CMT (Conference Management Toolkit) system. Authors must create a CMT account before submitting their paper. (For instructions: visit our website<https://sab2026.scioi.de/call-for-contributions/>.) Where to Submit SAB submission website (CMT)<https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/User/Login?ReturnUrl=%2FSAB2026%2FSubmi…> Paper Review & Acceptance: All submitted full papers will be peer-reviewed based on relevance, originality, quality of presentation, and technical quality. The authors of all accepted papers are kindly requested to revise their papers following the reviewers’ comments. Authors of accepted papers will be invited to present their research work either as an oral presentation or as a poster. Workshop Tutorial Proposals: We will consider proposals for workshops and tutorials. Workshops and tutorials will be held on the first day of the conference (19 October 2025) and must be held in-person. Proposals will be reviewed by the Organizing Committee. To submit a workshop or tutorial, please follow the below template and submit here: CMT Portal<https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/SAB2026/Track/6/Submission/Create> Template Similar to paper submissions, please follow the LNCS Springer style guide<https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu…> for templates and formatting instructions. For your workshop or tutorial proposal, please include the following information, as displayed on our website<https://sab2026.scioi.de/call-for-contributions/>. Publication: All accepted papers (oral and poster presentations) will be published by Springer Nature in the Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence series<https://link.springer.com/conference/sab>. Program Committee: Francisco Javier Bellas Bouza – Universidade da Coruña Maren Bennewitz – Universität Bonn Marcel Brass – Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin Lola Cañamero – CY Cergy Paris Université Nikolaus Correll – University of Colorado Boulder Richard José Duro Fernández – Universidade da Coruña Heiko Hamann – Universität Konstanz Alex Kacelnik – University of Oxford Jens Krause – Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin Oliver Kroemer – Carnegie Mellon University Poramate Manoonpong – Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology Justus Piater – Universität Innsbruck Tony Prescott – University of Sheffield Pawel Romanczuk – Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin Gregor Schöner – Ruhr-Universität Bochum Dylan Shell – Texas A&M University Gaurav Sukhatme – University of Southern California Jochen Triesch – Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies Elio Tuci – Université de Namur Myra Wilson – Aberystwyth University Florentin Wörgötter – Universität Göttingen Program Chairs: Oliver Brock – Technische Universität Berlin Jeff Krichmar – University of California, Irvine The conference will be held at Science of Intelligence<https://www.scienceofintelligence.de/>/TU Berlin and the Universität der Künste (UDK), Berlin, Germany. We look forward to welcoming you at SAB 2026! Best regards, SAB Organizing Committee organisers(a)sab-conference.org<mailto:organisers@sab-conference.org> — Prof. Dr. Henning Sprekeler Modelling of Cognitive Processes Technische Universität Berlin Bernstein Center for Computational Neuroscience www: https://www.sprekelerlab.org

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23 RTAIM: "Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Traits of Integrated Psychopathy: a Comparative Analysis"
by steven gouveia Nov. 24, 2025

Nov. 24, 2025

rTAIM (Rebuilding Trust in AI Medicine) Monthly Seminars Seminar #23 Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Traits of Integrated Psychopathy: a Comparative Analysis | Mariana Olezza (University of Buenos Aires, Argentina) We are happy to announce the forthcoming 23rd rTAIM Online Seminar, with the participation of Mariana Olezza (University of Buenos Aires, Argentina) on the 25th November 2025, 19h00-20h30 (Lisbon Time Zone), via Microsoft Teams. ONLINE | Link Microsoft Teams<https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/32764207191669?p=CoVDpglNlFU2nuv7PD> #Seminar 23: This talk will address the issues raised in the following structure: Chekley., (1988); Lilienfeld et al., (2015); Mathieu et al., (2014); Persson & Lilienfeld., (2019); Rahman., (2012) argue that some people might have psychopathic traits and still function in society as part of a normal life—that is, the “integrated psychopath.” This is paralleled in Large Language Models (LLMs) (Vaswani et al., 2017) and Reinforcement Learning (RL)–based recommendation systems (Nie, 2025). The behavior has its distinct set of attributes: 1) Promising users all the goods but not living up to any of them—similar to hallucinations in RL–based LLMs (Huang et al., 2023)—Users were cheered up by “flattery” (one type of hallucination). 2) These systems seem devoid of any emotions, but they mimic emotional reactions, especially positive social emotions, similarly to the way human scammers do (Wang et al., 2021), in the absence of guilt and shame 3) Chekley also includes the notion of “semantic aphasia” in this regard, or fluent speech but with no real semantic comprehension—a feature which can still be inferred in LLMs on a deeper level, although inasmuch as they have no consciousness, no moral consciousness can be inferred. Short bio: Mariana Olezza is an Argentinian Computer Engineer (National University of Córdoba), pursuing a PhD in Philosophy (University of Buenos Aires). Some research areas of interest: philosophy of AI/Mind/Psychiatry/Abduction. She recently worked at Infosys in the field of “Semantic entropy and hallucinations in LLMs” theoretically and practically. rTAIM (Rebuilding Trust in AI Medicine) Monthly Seminars are online seminars open to anyone in the world that would like to present her/his current research on topics associated with the main theme of the project. rTAIM Seminars: https://ifilosofia.up.pt/activities/rtaim-seminars https://trustaimedicine.weebly.com/rtaim-seminars.html Organisation: Steven S. Gouveia (MLAG/IF) Mind, Language and Action Group (MLAG) Instituto de Filosofia da Universidade do Porto – UID/00502/2025 Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT) ____________________________________________ Instituto de Filosofia (UI&D 502) Faculdade de Letras da Universidade do Porto Via Panorâmica s/n 4150-564 Porto Tel. 22 607 71 80 E-mail: ifilosofia(a)letras.up.pt<mailto:ifilosofia@letras.up.pt> http://ifilosofia.up.pt/

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PhD Positions in NeuroAI at the University of Birmingham
by Jian Liu Nov. 24, 2025

Nov. 24, 2025

The lab of Dr Jian Liu invites applications for several PhD positions at the interface of computational neuroscience and machine learning, at the School of Computer Science and Centre for Human Brain Health at the University of Birmingham. Candidates with a quantitative background are welcome to apply. We are seeking highly motivated candidates with a spirit of intellectual curiosity. The positions will come with competitive work conditions. Generous traveling budgets are available. The following application is approaching the deadline, while other funded projects are open for applicants. Towards a functional model for motor sequence planning Secondary Supervisor(s): Dr Katja Kornysheva <https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/cross_fac/mibtp/phd/supervisors/kkornysheva> University of Registration: University of Birmingham BBSRC Research Themes: Understanding the Rules of Life (Neuroscience and Behaviour <https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/cross_fac/mibtp/phd/understanding_the_rules_of_li…> ) *DDL: 27/11/2025* Project Outline Motor planning, the cognitive process that precedes voluntary movement, is essential for executing skilled actions. Uncovering the neural mechanisms behind motor planning is key to understanding how the brain coordinates complex, sequential behaviours. This research will investigate the neural dynamics involved in motor planning, with an emphasis on how the brain organizes and prepares motor sequences. Previous studies suggest that neural competitive queuing of ordinal structures plays a central role in skilled sequential actions [1], allowing the brain to resolve competition between movements. Furthermore, recent research highlights the use of expansive null-space representations in motor cortex of non-human primate, which prepare movements while preventing premature execution [2]. Building on these insights, this project will explore how neural networks within the brain coordinate motor planning, focusing on exploring neural dynamics in different parts of brain areas. Human recordings conducted at the CHBH provide a rich foundation of experimental data for this study. The data, gathered through different modalities, will inform the development of a theoretical model that is consistent with both these new datasets and previously published results. The project will also involve designing new experiments based on the model’s theoretical predictions to validate or refine the proposed framework. By integrating advanced neural network models, we aim to build a comprehensive modelling framework of motor sequence planning that aligns with experimental findings. These models will provide valuable insights into human motor sequence planning, offering a deeper understanding beyond current non-human primate studies. [1] Kornysheva, et al. Neural competitive queuing of ordinal structure underlies skilled sequential action. Neuron 101, 11-15 (2019) [2] Churchland and Shenoy, Preparatory activity and the expansive null-space. Nat. Rev. Neurosci. 25 (4), 213-236 (2024) *To Apply:* https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/cross_fac/mibtp/phd/supervisors/jliu The School of Computer Science at the University of Birmingham is one of the leading UK institutions for research and teaching in computer science. Our research is ranked 3rd across all UK universities according to the latest UK-wide Research Excellence Framework. Education is ranked 7th in the UK for computer science, according to 2023 tables. While pursuing excellence in research and education, we also aim to optimize our positive impact on society—examples include collaborations with industry partners and charities, commercialisation activities and an extensive wider participation programme. The University of Birmingham is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offers a range of family friendly policies. We are committed to being an inclusive workplace that values all staff, and we are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees. If female candidates are selected, the maternity leave will be fully guaranteed and the children care responsibilities will be satisfied (e.g. working in part time). We will also actively promote gender equality in education and employment opportunities through workshops, seminars, webinars, and university open days.

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IMPRS for Language Sciences PhD Fellowships 2026
by Lam, Kevin Nov. 24, 2025

Nov. 24, 2025

** IMPRS for Language Sciences PhD Fellowships 2026 ** The International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) for Language Sciences is offering two fully-funded PhD Fellowship for four years (2026-2030) with a preferred start-date in September or October, 2026. The goal of the scheme is to enable young researchers to pursue interdisciplinary research projects in the language sciences, supervised by leading scientists at the Max Planck Institute for Psycholinguistics and its partner institutes at the Radboud University -- the Centre for Language Studies and the Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour. https://www.mpi.nl/ | https://www.ru.nl/cls | https://www.ru.nl/donders Find out more about the Fellowships and read first-hand accounts by our members: https://www.mpi.nl/imprs-phd-fellowships-2026 | https://www.mpi.nl/imprs The application deadline is 5 January, 2026. Thanks in advance. Best wishes from Nijmegen, Dr. Kevin Lam, Graduate School Coordinator http://www.mpi.nl/imprs | https://www.mpi.nl/people/lam-kevin

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PhD opportunities in computational and theoretical neuroscience at Bocconi University
by Alessandro Sanzeni Nov. 24, 2025

Nov. 24, 2025

Applications are open for the PhD in Statistics and Computer Science at Bocconi University (Milan, Italy). This fully funded four-year program offers an interdisciplinary environment connecting statistics, computer science, and data-driven modeling. Research in neuroscience at Bocconi combines theoretical modeling, drawing from physics and machine learning, with the analysis of experimental data to study how the brain processes information, learns, and remembers. Current projects focus on visual processing and learning mechanisms, in collaboration with experimental groups worldwide. The program is part of a vibrant research community spanning the physics of complex systems and computation, applied AI, and the foundations of machine learning, fostering rich cross-disciplinary exchange. Bocconi University is located in the center of Milan, an international city known for its active research community, cultural life, and quality of living. Further information on faculty and research areas is available on the Department of Computing Sciences website<https://cs.unibocconi.eu/>. Program details and application instructions can be found on the PhD program webpage<https://www.unibocconi.it/en/programs/phd/phd-statistics-and-computer-scien…>. Application deadline: 5 February 2026 Feel free to get in touch for informal inquiries. Alessandro Sanzeni Assistant Professor Department of Computing Sciences Bocconi University, Milan, Italy

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Jenny Saffran speaking on Thursday, December 4 in Developing Minds global online lecture series
by Jochen Triesch Nov. 21, 2025

Nov. 21, 2025

Dear colleagues, On December 4, the Developing Minds global online lecture series is proud to host Jenny Saffran from Univ. of Wisconsin-Madison, speaking on: "Learning to understand: Statistical learning and language development“. Thursday, December 4, 2025 8:00 am CT (Central Time, USA) 2:00 pm UTC (Universal Coordinated Time) 15:00 CET (Central European Time) 23:00 JST (Japan Standard Time) The zoom link/credentials are: https://uni-frankfurt.zoom-x.de/j/65360492761?pwd=E7EbBT8uMVWgyhBAYAJgLz33R… Meeting-ID: 653 6049 2761 Kenncode: 352501 Abstract: Infants rapidly develop from being naïve listeners, who experience language as a sea of sounds, to understanding their native language(s). How does this remarkable learning process unfold? One potentially useful source of information lies in the statistical patterns that characterize natural languages, which signal structures ranging from phonemes to words to grammatical structures. Beyond merely tracking these patterns, how might infants use statistical regularities to support language development? In my presentation, I will explore the hypothesis that infants exploit statistical regularities in the service of efficiently processing information in their linguistic environments. Short Bio: Dr. Jenny Saffran has been on the faculty of the University of Wisconsin-Madison since she received her Ph.D. in 1997. Her research program focuses on how infants learn, particularly in the domain of language. She is a highly engaged teacher and mentor to students at all levels. Dr. Saffran is the recipient of numerous awards for her scholarship and teaching, including as the inaugural recipient of the Jeffrey Elman Prize for Scientific Achievement and Community Building from the Cognitive Science Society. She was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2015. The talk will be recorded and made available for later viewing. For more information on the talk series and recordings of previous events, please visit: https://sites.google.com/view/developing-minds-series/home Best regards, Jochen Triesch -- Prof. Dr. Jochen Triesch Johanna Quandt Chair for Theoretical Life Sciences Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies and Goethe University Frankfurt http://fias.uni-frankfurt.de/~triesch/ Tel: +49 (0)69 798-47531 Fax: +49 (0)69 798-47611

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Computational Neuroscience graduate training at Penn
by Maria Geffen Nov. 20, 2025

Nov. 20, 2025

The Computational Neuroscience Initiative<https://www.cni.upenn.edu/> at the University of Pennsylvania offers a new program for Interdisciplinary Training in Computational Neuroscience (ITCN) at the doctoral level. The goal of the ITCN is to train a new generation of scientists who will make quantitative links between properties of the brain and properties of the mind. ITCN trainees will learn to use computational methodology to interpret experimental results, build predictive models of brain function that inform the design of the experiments, and support an ever-growing list of applications from brain-machine interfaces in the clinic to cutting-edge forms of artificial intelligence. The ITCN brings together students and faculty<https://www.cni.upenn.edu/people> from Penn’s PhD programs in Neuroscience<https://www.med.upenn.edu/ngg/> (Biomedical Graduate Studies, Perelman School of Medicine), Bioengineering<https://be.seas.upenn.edu/doctoral/> (School of Engineering and Applied Science), Physics<https://www.physics.upenn.edu/graduate/> (School of Arts and Sciences), and Psychology<https://psychology.sas.upenn.edu/graduate> (School of Arts and Sciences). To join the ITCN, students first apply to one of those "home" PhD programs. Once admitted, students then typically apply to the ITCN before starting classes in their first year. Those selected meet with the ITCN Advisory Committee, both individually and as a group, to develop individualized training plans that meet the goals and requirements of the ITCN and each student’s home program. These plans include coursework, research, and other activities that aim to build both expertise in computational neuroscience and a sense of community in the ITCN. Details are provided below. The ITCN embraces diversity and inclusion in their many forms, including welcoming students with a broad range of personal, professional, and academic backgrounds into both our training program and the field of computational neuroscience as a whole. Application. The application deadline is Dec. 1 for the Neuroscience<https://apply.med.upenn.edu/apply/>, Psychology<https://apply.graduateadmissions.upenn.edu/apply/> and Physics<https://apply.graduateadmissions.upenn.edu/apply/>, and Dec. 15 for Bioengineering<https://gradadm.seas.upenn.edu/how-to-apply/> PhD programs! Prospective PhD students must first apply and be accepted into one of our participating graduate programs: Neuroscience<https://www.med.upenn.edu/ngg/>, Bioengineering<https://be.seas.upenn.edu/doctoral/>, Physics<https://www.physics.upenn.edu/graduate/>, or Psychology<https://psychology.sas.upenn.edu/graduate> (PhD students admitted to other PhD programs at Penn may also be considered; see below for additional requirements). Students typically apply to the ITCN before starting classes in their first PhD year, although we will also consider applications from students in more advanced years who believe they will be able to meet our academic requirements. Selection into the ITCN does not require a background in computational neuroscience. Instead, we require: 1) a brief (~½ page) essay describing why you want to join the ITCN and how it would fit into your training and career plans; 2) written permission from your Graduate Chair (and, for MD-PhD or VMD-PhD students, the Director of your Combined Degree Program); and 3) if you are not in one of our four participating programs, descriptions of the funding source(s) and course and research requirements for your home PhD program. Please send your application materials, and/or any questions, to Vijay Balasubramanian<mailto:vijay@physics.upenn.edu>, Maria Geffen<mailto:mgeffen@pennmedicine.upenn.edu>, and/or Joshua Gold<mailto:jigold@pennmedicine.upenn.edu>. ________________________________ Maria Neimark Geffen, Ph.D. (she/her) Professor Co-director, Penn Computational Neuroscience Initiative Department of Otorhinolaryngology: HNS (primary) Department of Neuroscience Department of Neurology Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania 5 Ravdin 3400 Spruce St. Philadelphia PA 19104 Tel.: 215.898.0782 My zoom<https://pennmedicine.zoom.us/my/mgeffen?pwd=eWVFbUJFUGRJZ3g1eU9YZEZic2VwZz09> mgeffen(a)pennmedicine.upenn.edu<mailto:mgeffen@pennmedicine.upenn.edu> http://hosting.med.upenn.edu/hearing https://bsky.app/profile/geffenlab.bsky.social

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Call for posters and participation, GRC and GRS Robotics, Ventura (USA), January 11-16 2026.
by Auke Ijspeert Nov. 20, 2025

Nov. 20, 2025

Call for posters and participation, GRC and GRS Robotics, Ventura (USA), January 11-16 2026. Dear computational neuroscientists, We are happy to announce the *Gordon Research Conference (GRC) in Robotics *that will take place in Ventura (USA), January 11-16 2026. We have a great list of speakers and discussion leaders (see below and the website). The schedule has been published, and a call for participation and for posters in now open, see https://www.grc.org/robotics-conference/2026/ *Please apply soon, as the total number of participants is limited*.*December 14 is the final deadline, but the remaining seats will likely be assigned by then.* Note also the Robotics Gordon Research Seminar (GRS) that takes place just before (Jan 10-11) and that provides a unique forum for young doctoral and post-doctoral researchers to present their work, https://www.grc.org/robotics-grs-conference/2026/. This year’s conference will focus on *adaptive behavior and learning in animals and robots*. We will explore how biological inspiration drives advancements in robotics, from simple reactive behaviors to complex planning and learning systems. Insights from biomechanics, neuroscience, and animal studies are increasingly shaping the design and control of robots, making them more robust and adaptable. A key focus will be on *embodied intelligence, enabling robots to excel in locomotion, manipulation, and interactions with other agents*. Conversely, robotics research is also contributing to biology. Studies of perception and action in robotic systems are leading to new mathematical models that help integrative biologists understand locomotion, manipulation, and collective behavior in animals. By *bringing together experts from robotics, biomechanics, and neuroscience*, this conference aims to foster cross-disciplinary insights that will push the boundaries of both fields. Join us for a dynamic exchange of ideas at the intersection of robotics and biology, where engineering meets evolution. /The Robotics GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes an array of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of all career stages, and afternoon free time and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with leaders in the field./ Best regards, Auke Ijspeert and Vijay Kumar, organizers./ / *Confirmed speakers:* Alin Albu-Schaeffer Nora Ayanian Spring Berman Oliver Brock Rod Brooks Bingni Brunton Henrik Christensen Kenji Doya Nadia Figeroa Josie Hughes Marco Hutter Monroe Kennedy Dan Koditschek Cecilia Laschi Yasemin Ozkan-Aydin Tony Prescott Amanda Prorok Daniela Rus Giulio Sandini Stefan Schaal Claire Tomlin Kotaro Yasui *Confirmed discussion leaders:* Josie Hughes Dan Koditschek Cecila Laschi Chen Li Barbara Mazzolai Yasemin Ozkan-Aydin Stefan Schaal Giulio Sandini Barry Trimmer -- ----------------------------------------------------------------- Prof Auke Jan Ijspeert (he/him) Biorobotics Laboratory EPFL-STI-IBI-BIOROB, ME D1 1226, Station 9 EPFL, Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne CH 1015 Lausanne, Switzerland Office: ME D1 1226 Tel: +41 21 693 2658 Fax: +41 21 693 3705 www:http://biorob.epfl.ch Email:Auke.Ijspeert@epfl.ch -----------------------------------------------------------------

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Postdoc position in computational NS - Ruhr University Bochum, Germany
by Vinita Samarasinghe Nov. 20, 2025

Nov. 20, 2025

*Position as Postdoctoral Scholar in Computational Neuroscience* Are you curious about how the human brain stores memories? Have you wondered how we manage to navigate through space? Our dynamic research group uses diverse computational modeling approaches, including biological neural networks, cognitive modeling, and machine learning/artificial intelligence, to study learning and memory. Currently, we are actively seeking a talented *Postdoc* to join our team, someone whose primary task will be developing advanced algorithms to analyze learning dynamics. You will be analyzing neural, psychophysiological, and behavioral data from other projects within the SFB 1280 (https://sfb1280.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/en/home/ project F01) to compare learning dynamics across individuals, species, and paradigms. You will provide theoretical support to collaborating projects and coordinate the analysis of the data collected from experimental groups. This position is 100% at TV-L E13, starting on 01.03.2026, and is funded until 30.06.2029. *Your Profile:* Candidates must have: * an excellent doctoral degree in neuroscience, physics, mathematics, engineering, or a related field (mandatory) * competence in mathematical modeling (mandatory) * excellent programming skills, e.g., Python (mandatory) * relevant research experience in neuroscience or a related field is required * experience in the study of learning dynamics * experience working within a collaborative research group * excellent communication skills in English, and * team spirit. We are committed to providing a supportive work environment for female researchers and those with young children. Our university provides mentoring and coaching opportunities specifically aimed at women in research. We have a strong research network with female role models and will provide opportunities to meet with them. Wherever possible, events will be scheduled during regular childcare hours. Special childcare can be arranged if events have to be scheduled outside of regular hours, in case of sickness and during school or daycare closures. Where childcare is not an option parents will be offered a home office solution. We strongly encourage applications from qualified women and persons with disabilities. The official posting for this position can be found at https://jobs.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/jobposting/ca74ad0f5c0f99ec276b0d6ca56195d5… To apply please submit an application via our online portal https://jobs.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/en/jobposting/ca74ad0f5c0f99ec276b0d6ca5619… Upload your letter of motivation, CV, transcripts and research statement. *Application deadline:* 01.01.2026 Please feel free to get in touch with me if you have any questions. Vinita Vinita Samarasinghe M.Sc., M.A. Science Manager Arbeitsgruppe Computational Neuroscience Institut für Neuroinformatik Ruhr-Universität Bochum, NB 3/73 Postfachnummer 110 Universitätstr. 150 44801 Bochum Tel: +49 (0)234 32 27996 Mobile: +49 (0)1512 7278698 Email: samarasinghe(a)ini.rub.de

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[Meetings] Deadline reminder: 2026 Nengo Summer School Call For Applications
by Madeleine Bartlett Nov. 20, 2025

Nov. 20, 2025

Dear colleagues, Please note that the deadline for application submission to the Nengo Summer School, December 22nd, 2026, is approaching. All details about this school can be found online at https://www.nengo.ai/summer-school The Centre for Theoretical Neuroscience at the University of Waterloo is excited to announce our 11th annual Nengo summer school on large-scale brain modelling and neuromorphic computing. This two-week school will teach participants to use the Nengo simulation package to build state-of-the-art cognitive and neural models to run both in simulation and on neuromorphic hardware. Summer school participants will be given on-site access to neuromorphic hardware and will learn to run high-level applications using Nengo! More generally, Nengo provides users with a versatile and powerful environment for designing cognitive and neural systems and has been used to build what is currently the world's largest functional brain model, Spaun, which includes spiking deep learning, reinforcement learning, adaptive motor control, and cognitive control networks. For a look at the last in-person summer school, check out this short video: https://youtu.be/hHwIryt053M?si=N70eVlC3Sm_2sDy5 We welcome applications from all interested graduate students, postdocs, professors, and industry professionals with a relevant background. ***Application Deadline: December 22nd, 2026*** Format: A combination of tutorials and project-based work. Participants are encouraged to bring their own ideas for projects, which may focus on testing hypotheses, creating models to account for neural or cognitive data, implementing specific behavioural functions with neurons, expanding past models, or providing a proof-of-concept of various neural mechanisms. Hands-on tutorials, individual or group projects, and talks from invited faculty members will make up the bulk of day-to-day activities. A project demonstration event will be held on the last day of the school, with prizes for strong projects! Participants will have the opportunity to learn how to: * interface Nengo with various kinds of neuromorphic hardware (e.g. BrainDrop, SpiNNaker) * build perceptual, motor, and sophisticated cognitive models using spiking neurons * build models to account for anatomical, electrophysiological, cognitive, and behavioural data * use a variety of single cell models within a large-scale model  * integrate machine learning methods into biologically oriented models * interface Nengo with cameras and robotic systems * implement modern nonlinear control methods in neural models * neurally implement vector symbolic architecture algorithms * and much more… Date and Location: May 31st to June 12th, 2026 at the University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. Applications: Please visit http://www.nengo.ai/summer-school, where you can find more information regarding costs, travel, lodging, along with an application form listing required materials. If you have any questions about the school or the application process, please contact: Madeleine Bartlett: madeleine.bartlett(a)uwaterloo.ca<mailto:madeleine.bartlett@uwaterloo.ca> Kathryn Simone: kpsimone(a)uwaterloo.ca<mailto:kpsimone@uwaterloo.ca> The school is partly supported by ABR, Inc. We look forward to hearing from you! Maddy she/her Postdoctoral Fellow University of Waterloo email: m2bartle(a)uwaterloo.ca

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Postdoc and Senior Researcher Positions in Computational Neuroscience at IBS, South Korea
by Sungho Hong Nov. 20, 2025

Nov. 20, 2025

The computational neuroscience research group at the Center for Memory and Glioscience, Institute for Basic Science (IBS), Daejeon, South Korea is seeking highly motivated researchers for two open positions, a postdoctoral researcher and senior researcher. Our group studies the biophysical basis of neural information processing through computational modeling, with particular emphasis on developing neuroscience-inspired machine learning/AI (neuroAI) models to analyze and model neuroscience data. We are big fans of physiological mechanisms and investigate how they collectively define the functions of neural systems underlying intelligent behavior. Currently, our research projects focus on the cerebellar neural circuit and its adaptive computation: · Computations for flexible movement control via the population activity of cerebellar neurons · Efficient construction of large-scale, physiologically realistic computational models of neural circuits · Modeling neuro-glia interactions and their impact on behavior We carry out these projects in close collaboration with experimental labs both within our Center and abroad, providing rich opportunities for integrative research. We are also next door to top-notch experimental laboratories in our Center and have various opportunities for scientific exchange also with other members of a vibrant neuroscience community in South Korea. We are stably supported internally by IBS, a South Korean government initiative for excellence in basic science research. For more information, please check out the Center (https://centers.ibs.re.kr/html/ccs/science/science_020101.html#research_05) and PI homepage (https://shhong.github.io) Successful candidates will hold a PhD in neuroscience or related quantitative fields (Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, etc.), with strong interest in understanding neural systems through computational approaches. We are committed to welcoming applicants of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religions, etc. For more information and how to apply, please check out our official posting at https://ibs.re.kr/prog/recruit/eng/sub04_01/view.do?idx=2007. Please note that the deadline is soon — December 1, 2025. For further inquires, please send an email to sunghohong(a)ibs.re.kr. Best regards, Sungho — Sungho Hong Center for Memory and Glioscience Institute for Basic Science 55 Expo-ro, Yuseong-gu Daejeon 34126 South Korea

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Open Position - Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Brain Plasticity (Blindness/Deafness) - Washington DC
by Ella Striem-Amit Nov. 19, 2025

Nov. 19, 2025

Dear Colleagues, Could you please post the following ad for a postdoctoral research fellow position in my lab? Thanks! Ella *____* *Postdoctoral Research **Fellow in Brain Plasticity (Blindness/Deafness)* *Sensory & Motor Plasticity (SAMP) Lab — Georgetown University, Washington, DC* The SAMP Lab (PI: Ella Striem-Amit) investigates how experience shapes brain organization by studying people born with blindness, deafness, or without hands, using behavioral paradigms, computational methods, and state-of-the-art fMRI analyses. For more information, see samp-lab.facultysite.georgetown.edu <https://samp-lab.facultysite.georgetown.edu/research>. We seek a Postdoctoral Fellow to lead projects on individual differences in brain plasticity in congenital blindness or deafness. This includes testing how lived experience and compensatory strategies shape neural organization. *Required qualifications* - PhD (by start) in Neuroscience, Psychology, Cognitive Science, CS/EE/BME, or related fields. - Demonstrated fMRI expertise and solid statistics. - Strong programming skills (MATLAB, Python, or R). - *Preferred (but not required)* - Experience with brain plasticity, multisensory processing or development - Experience working with special populations and inclusive research practices. *Appointment & compensation* - Start window: Spring–Summer 2026 (flexible). - Initial term: 2 years, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding. - Salary per NIH/Georgetown guidelines; full benefits. - The position is not limited to US citizens. *To apply* Apply - Interfolio <https://apply.interfolio.com/177838> Review begins Dec 1, 2025 and continues until the position is filled. *Diversity & inclusion* We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to an inclusive, accessible research environment. Georgetown University is an equal opportunity employer. -- *Ella Striem-Amit (she/her)* Sensory and Motor Plasticity (SAMP) Lab Edwin H. Richard and Elisabeth Richard Assistant Professor Department of Neuroscience Georgetown University Medical Center 3970 Reservoir Rd., NW Washington, DC 20007 http://samp-lab.facultysite.georgetown.edu/

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Workshop on Canonical Cortical Computations
by Allison Ong Nov. 19, 2025

Nov. 19, 2025

Simons Foundation Now Accepting Applications for Workshop on Canonical Cortical Computations The Center for Computational Neuroscience (CCN) <https://www.simonsfoundation.org/flatiron/center-for-computational-neurosci…> at the Flatiron Institute and the Simons Foundation Neuroscience Collaborations <https://www.simonsfoundation.org/neuroscience/> invite applications to participate in a workshop aimed at developing a potential collaborative project focused on a mechanistic understanding of canonical cortical computations at the circuit level. The workshop will be held April 27–28, 2026, at the Simons Foundation’s offices in New York City. This workshop represents a new model for fostering large-scale scientific collaborations between CCN researchers and external scientists. We particularly encourage applications from experimentalists working in rodent and/or nonhuman primate models. While the envisioned collaborative project will primarily support external experimental work, theoretical and computational neuroscientists are also welcome to apply. For decades, efforts to fully understand canonical cortical computations were slowed by limited descriptions of cell types and connections, technical barriers to measuring and perturbing circuits in vivo and the abstract nature of theoretical models. Thanks to advances in anatomy, biophysics, connectomics, developmental biology and circuit-level tools, as well as powerful new computational and theoretical approaches, researchers are now poised to build and test models that more faithfully capture the function of canonical cortical circuits. We believe this will be possible only through a highly collaborative, vertically integrated partnership between theorists and experimentalists working together to build a framework for thinking about canonical circuit computations in the cortex. Approximately 30 workshop attendees will be selected from these applications. Participation in this workshop is not a guarantee of inclusion in a potential collaborative project or future funding. To apply, please submit your biosketch and a one-page statement describing your scientific expertise, how it connects to the scientific vision outlined above and what unique perspectives or contributions you will bring to the discussions. Apply here <https://form.jotform.com/apschaffer/application-cortical-computations> by January 5, 2026, at 5 p.m. ET. https://form.jotform.com/apschaffer/application-cortical-computations You will be notified by February 27, 2026, if you are selected to attend. For questions or issues with this application, please contact corticalcomputations(a)simonsfoundation.org.

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PhD position in computational neuroscience/brain physics in Oslo
by Gaute Einevoll Nov. 19, 2025

Nov. 19, 2025

A three-year position as PhD Research Fellow in computational neuroscience/brain physics is available at the Department of Physics at the University of Oslo. Starting date as soon as possible, and preferably no later than March 1, 2026. The position is funded by EU Horizon and part of the Marie Sklodwoska-Curie Doctoral Network NeuroNanotech<https://neuronanotech.eu/the-network/>: ‘Integrating Nanotechnology and Neurocomputational Modeling for Advanced Brain Interfaces’. The NeuroNanotech project aims to develop next-generation neurotechnological tools by integrating computational and experimental approaches to understand how nanoscale materials and electromagnetic interactions affect brain function. The PhD project will focus on biophysical modeling of electrical and magnetic brain signals and the mechanisms through which externally applied fields influence neural dynamics. The deadline for application is December 9th. Further info about the position and info on how to apply, see: https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/290338/phd-research-fellow-i… For further inquiries, send an email to Gaute.Einevoll(a)nmbu.no. Best regards Gaute ******************************* Professor Gaute T. Einevoll Department of Physics, Norwegian University of Life Sciences, 1432 Aas, Norway; Department of Physics, University of Oslo, 0316 Oslo, Norway theoretical neuroscience podcast: theoreticalneuroscience.no<https://theoreticalneuroscience.no> popular science podcast: vettogvitenskap.no<https://vettogvitenskap.no> popular science podcast (English only): vettogvitenskap.no/senseandscience<https://vettogvitenskap.no/senseandscience> Co-author of "Electric Brain Signals": www.cambridge.org/electricbrainsignals<http://www.cambridge.org/electricbrainsignals> Co-author of "Principles of computational modeling in neuroscience" (2nd ed): www.cambridge.org/sterratt2<http://www.cambridge.org/sterratt2/> mobile: +47-95124536 email: Gaute.Einevoll(a)nmbu.no<mailto:Gaute.Einevoll@nmbu.no>, Gaute.Einevoll(a)gmail.com Twitter: @gauteeinevoll Blue Sky: @gauteeinevoll.bsky.social Zoom: https://nmbu.zoom.us/my/gauteeinevoll “If you sleep in a democracy, you may wake up with a dictator.”

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🧠 [Meetings] Call for Participation – NeuroDesign in HRI Student Design Competition (Online, Nov. 19)
by NeuroDesign in HRI Nov. 18, 2025

Nov. 18, 2025

Dear Colleagues and Friends, You are warmly invited to join us tomorrow, November 19, for the "NeuroDesign in Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) Student Design Competition" – an online event showcasing innovative, brain-centered HRI projects from talented student teams around the world. 🎓🧠🤖 * Event Time (Online via Zoom) * November 19 (Wednesday) * 9:00 AM (PST) * 12:00 PM (EST) * 6:00 PM (Central European Time) * Final Teams: https://www.neurodesign-hri.ws/2025#final_round_2025 * Zoom Link to Join: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8288339627?pwd=fgwx5yKYj4GmaacZg610ORpXydatob.1&o… During the competition, each finalist team will give a 5-minute pitch followed by a 2-minute Q&A, highlighting how their designs integrate neuroscience, HRI, assistive/wearable robotics, and human-centered innovation. 🌟 Most Popular Project in HRI NeuroDesign Award – Open for Public Voting In addition to the jury awards, we are also hosting a "Most Popular Project in HRI NeuroDesign Award", decided by "public vote". * Voting opens at the "start of the competition" * Voting remains open for 24 hours * You can vote for your favorite project directly via our website (voting link will appear on the same finals page) Please welcome to join the live session and cast your vote to support your favorite projects! Warm regards, The NeuroDesign in HRI Team 🧠 NeuroDesign in Human-Robot Interaction EXPO & Competition

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Graduate student positions in Systems Neuroscience (Masset Lab)
by Paul Masset Nov. 16, 2025

Nov. 16, 2025

Graduate student positions in systems neuroscience at McGill University: The Masset lab, located at McGill University in Montréal, is recruiting 1-2 graduate students in experimental systems neuroscience for a start in Fall 2026. The research group integrates ideas and methods from systems neuroscience, experimental psychology and machine learning to understand how the heterogeneity of neuron types endows brain circuits with efficient distributed computations underlying behavior and cognition. We develop and experimentally validate new models of distributed computation in brain circuits including a new understanding of how dopamine-based distributed reinforcement learning could be implemented in the brain. To answer these questions, we perform large scale electrophysiological recordings in rodents performing complex behavioral tasks, build new data analysis tools and develop new classes of biologically plausible neural networks. Projects would investigate how brain circuits implement distributed computations underlying cognition and behavior within and across brain areas, including dopamine-based RL. Experimental approaches would involve refining and developing complex cognitive tasks in rats, chronic multi-site Neuropixel recordings, and advanced computational methods. The students would work on the experimental side of the lab but would closely collaborate with the computational and theoretical side of the research group to test models of distributed computation and develop and validate new data analysis methods. Students would also join a strong community at the intersection of neuroscience and AI at McGill and Mila. Coding experience (Python/Matlab) is essential and experience in animal research strongly preferred. Students are encouraged to apply via both the Psychology program: https://www.mcgill.ca/psychology/graduate and the Integrated Program in Neuroscience: https://www.mcgill.ca/ipn/prospective IPN application are reviewed on a rolling basis but applying by the Dec 1st deadline to both programs is strongly preferred. -------- Paul Masset Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, McGill University Associate Academic Member, Mila - Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute paul.masset(a)mcgill.ca<mailto:paul.masset@mcgill.ca> || https://massetlab.org/

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Visit Open Brain Institute at SfN 2025 for Live Virtual Lab Demos
by Darshan Mandge Nov. 15, 2025

Nov. 15, 2025

Experience our latest Virtual Labs for simulation neuroscience — live at SfN 2025! Our team will be at Booth #3631, and we’d love to meet you there. Stop by to explore our new Virtual Labs, watch live demos, and see how our open, AI-powered platform is helping researchers accelerate neuroscience discovery. ️🗓️ From Sunday 16 to Wednesday 19 Nov – 30 minute sessions 📍 Booth #3631<https://s19.a2zinc.net/clients/sfn/sfn25/Public/EventMap.aspx?EventId=4&Map…> 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮 🌐 https://www.openbraininstitute.org/sfn-2025 Morning (4) & Afternoon (4) Sessions: • Explore & AI: 09:30 – 10:00 / 13:00 – 13:30 Explore Datasets Interactively and Reveal Hidden Patterns Through AI-Driven Insights • Simulate: 10:00 – 10:30 / 13:30 – 14:00 Simulate, Test and Analyze Microcircuits to Study Emergent Network-Level Behaviors • Modeling: 10:30 – 11:00 / 14:00 – 14:30 Model Single Neurons and Synaptomes to Visualize Function and Structure • EM Skeletonization: 11:00 – 11:30 / 14:30 – 15:00 Generate EM Skeletonized Morphologies & Run Notebooks Best regards, The Open Brain Institute Team https://www.openbraininstitute.org/

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Assistant Professor Position at Bocconi University
by Nicolas Brunel Nov. 15, 2025

Nov. 15, 2025

The Department of Computing Sciences at Bocconi University invites applications for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor position. The new department of Computing Sciences, created four years ago and in a phase of rapid expansion, is an interdisciplinary department with leading international researchers in various fields including Theoretical Computer Science, Machine Learning Theory, Statistical Physics Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Computational Neuroscience, Computer Vision, as well as biomedical applications. In terms of teaching, the department has recently opened a bachelor in AI, a master in AI, and is strongly involved in the PhD program in Statistics and Computer Science. It has a strong core in theory and applied CS, and aims at broadening its portfolio, in particular towards applications of machine learning not yet currently represented. We are looking for outstanding candidates, curious and open to collaborations with colleagues from other fields. In principle the position is to be filled by 1st September 2026, but if necessary, the starting date could be delayed to 1st February 2027. Bocconi University is an amazingly vibrant academic community with leading academics in various fields. It is located in central Milan, Italy, offering undergraduate, graduate, PhD, MBA and Executive programs. *Qualifications* Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related areas, and should demonstrate the capacity for exceptional research achievement and the ability to teach effectively in undergraduate, masters, MBA and PhD programs. Experienced candidates should have an established track record of successful research and teaching. * Job information* The successful candidates will be expected to develop a strong publication record, broadly contribute to the academic life of the department and be effective teachers both at the undergraduate and graduate level. Compensation and teaching load will be competitive with other top European Schools. The contract will last for 6 years, with the possibility of becoming permanent after a successful tenure process. For additional information concerning the Department of Computing Sciences visit https://cs.unibocconi.eu/. Further details on the position may be requested from faculty(a)unibocconi.it. *How to apply* Applications including a CV, Research Statement and copies of recent publications (up to 5), plus 3 references must be submitted online at https://jobmarket.unibocconi.eu/?id=870. *Closing date* Applications must be received by 16th December 2025 and candidates will be interviewed online. Bocconi University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. Applications are particularly welcome from women and members of groups who are under-represented in academic posts.

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Free Python Course for Neuroscientits
by Fabrizio Damicelli Nov. 14, 2025

Nov. 14, 2025

Dear Community, I'd like to share this short, hands-on Python Course oriented to early stage PhD students in Neurosciences: ✅ Core concepts explained in simple words ✅ Software engineering best-practices (uv, error handling, testing, etc.) ✅ References to deepen your knowledge (talks, books, cheatsheets, etc.) ✅ Exercises for each chapter to ramp up your skills with deliberate practice ✅ Integrative “Labs” with real-world brain datasets (OpenNeuro) Check it out, it's free! https://fabridamicelli.com/python-course/ Best Regards, Fabrizio Damicelli

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CRCNS 2025 PI's meeting streaming
by Garrison Cottrell Nov. 13, 2025

Nov. 13, 2025

The 2025 CRCNS meeting will be streamed starting this morning at 9:00AM Pacific time.The schedule is here. <https://inc.ucsd.edu/events/crcns/2025/program.php> The zoom link is here <https://ucsd.zoom.us/j/94307323129>. Most of it will be recorded, so no FOMO. cheers, Gary Cottrell --- Gary Cottrell 858-534-6640 FAX: 858-534-7029 Computer Science and Engineering 0404 IF USING FEDEX INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING LINE: CSE Building, Room 4130 University of California San Diego - 9500 Gilman Drive # 0404 La Jolla, Ca. 92093-0404 Email: gary(a)ucsd.edu Home page: http://www-cse.ucsd.edu/~gary/ Schedule: http://tinyurl.com/b7gxpwo "It is not clear there has ever been, in the history of science, an implemented computational system that achieves such accuracy, but which is dismissed by a field which has failed to develop even remotely comparable alternatives." -Steven T. Piantadosi, on Chomsky and LLMs. Power to the people! —Patti Smith Except when they’re delusional —Gary Cottrell This song makes me nostalgic for a memory I don't have -- Tess Cottrell *All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace* I like to think (and the sooner the better!) of a cybernetic meadow where mammals and computers live together in mutually programming harmony like pure water touching clear sky. -Richard Brautigan

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[ICANN 2026] 1st CALL FOR PAPERS, SPECIAL SESSIONS, WORKHOPS AND TUTORIALS
by davide.rigoni.1＠unipd.it Nov. 12, 2025

Nov. 12, 2025

====================================================================== ICANN 2026 - CALL FOR PAPERS, SPECIAL SESSIONS, WORKHOPS AND TUTORIALS ====================================================================== On behalf of the ICANN 2026 Organizing Committee, it is our great pleasure to invite you to the 35th International Conference on Artificial Neural Networks ICANN 2026, one of the premier conferences in the field of artificial intelligence, neural networks, neuroscience and brain-inspired computing in Europe, organized in collaboration with the European Neural Network Society (ENNS). ICANN 2026 will be held in Padua, Italy, one of the most charming and dynamic towns in Italy. It is located in the Veneto region, in Northern Italy. The historical center boasts a wealth of medieval, renaissance and modern architecture. Here a fascinating mix of historic and new, of centuries-old traditions and metropolitan rhythms creates a unique atmosphere. The medieval palaces, churches and cobbled streets emanate a sense of history. Padua features rich historical and cultural attractions, such as “Prato della Valle”, the largest square in Europe; the famous Scrovegni Chapel painted by Giotto; the Botanical Garden that is a UNESCO World Heritage; the University of Padua, that is the second oldest university in Italy (1222) with more than 800 years of history. Conference Dates: September 14 to September 17, 2026 Conference Venue: Conference center of the School of Psychology, University of Padua, Italy Conference Webpage: https://e-nns.org/icann2026/ General Chairs: Alessio Micheli (University of Pisa, Italy) Nicolò Navarin (University of Padua, Italy) Alessandro Villa (University of Lausanne, Switzerland) ICANN 2026 aims to be a transformative event with the dual track of Artificial Intelligence & Deep Learning and Neuroscience, encouraging cross-disciplinary collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and industry experts. The event will feature cutting-edge research presentations and keynote talks by leading experts, continuing its tradition as a global dynamic and interactive forum bridging academia and industry. ====================================================================== Prospective authors are invited to submit original contributions of up to 12 pages (including references) to be published in Springer-Verlag Lecture Notes in Computer Science (LNCS) series with individual DOI. The technical program, including special sessions, workshops and keynote talks covers almost all facets of Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning and Neuroscience. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to: - AI and Machine Learning: - Theory and Foundations of Neural Networks - Novel Neural Network Architectures - Topics in Neural Networks - Large Language Models - Explainable AI - Machine Learning for Graphs - Graph Neural Networks - Clustering and Reinforcement Learning - New Topics in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning - Neurorobotics - Neuroscience: - Theoretical/Computational Neuroscience - Cognitive Neuroscience - Brain-Inspired Computing - Spike Trains Neural Decoding - Functional Neuroimaging - Neuromorphic Systems - Digital Twins and Virtual Brain Models - Applications - AI in Drug Discovery - Human-Computer Interaction - Biosignal Processing - Medicine and Physiology - Speech and Language Processing - Computer Vision - Robotics - Climate and Environment - General Applications of Machine Learning CONFERENCE COMMITTEE General Chairs: - Alessio Micheli (University of Pisa, Italy) - Nicolò Navarin (University of Padua, Italy) - Alessandro Villa (University of Lausanne, Switzerland) Program Chairs: - Luca Pasa (University of Padua, Italy) - Alessandra Lintas (University of Lausanne, Switzerland) - Igor Tetko (Helmholtz Munich, Germany) Submission Chair - Linas Petkevičius (Vilnius University, Lithuania) Publication Chair - Domenico Tortorella (University of Pisa, Italy) Workshop and Special Session Chairs - Luca Oneto (University of Genoa, Italy) - Valerie Vaquet (Bielefeld University, Germany) Social Media Chairs - Giovanna Maria Dimitri (University of Milan, Italy) - Alessandro Dipalma (University of Pisa, Italy) Diversity and Inclusion Chair - Roseli S. Wedemann (Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (UERJ), Brazil) Communication Chairs - Davide Rigoni (University of Padua, Italy) - Matteo Zavatteri (University of Padua, Italy) Local Arrangements Chairs - Merylin Monaro (University of Padua, Italy) - Andrea Zangrossi (University of Padua, Italy) Volunteers Coordinator - Giovanni Donghi (University of Padua, Italy) IMPORTANT DATES - Deadline for full paper and abstract submission: 16 March 2026 - Final notification of Acceptance or Rejection: 29 may, 2026 - Camera-ready paper upload and author registration: 29 June 2026 For questions, please contact: icann2026(a)e-nns.org

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Neurotech School 2026: Registrations are now open
by Blaise Yvert Nov. 12, 2025

Nov. 12, 2025

Dear Colleagues, We are pleased to announce that the third edition of the Neurotech School will take place in Aussois from March 15 to March 20, 2026. The program and registration page can be found at the following link : https://neurotech2026.sciencesconf.org/ As in previous years, the number of available seats will be limited. For any question, feel free to contact Salma Mezzi in cc of this message. We look forward to your participation and to welcoming you in Aussois. Kind regards, Blaise for the local organizing committee.

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Fully-funded PhD in computational neuroscience, Sheffield, UK
by Hazem Toutounji Nov. 12, 2025

Nov. 12, 2025

Dear all, A fully-funded PhD position in computational neuroscience is available with Dr Hazem Toutounji (University of Sheffield, UK). *Project title: *Flexible or Flawed? A Computational Neuroscience Approach to Learning Strategies and Psychiatric Traits In our complex and ever-changing world, humans are constantly faced with a flood of sensory information. To make effective and timely decisions, the brain cannot possibly process every single detail. Instead, it is thought to rely on intelligent "cognitive shortcuts" or simple strategies (heuristics) to simplify complex problems. This allows for rapid and flexible learning, but the mechanisms behind this process are not well understood. When are these shortcuts deployed? How does the brain select the right strategy for the task at hand? How does it know when a shortcut is no longer working and a new strategy is needed? And how are the selection and efficiency of those shortcuts influenced by common psychiatric traits such as anxiety and impulsivity? This 3.5-year fully-funded PhD studentship provides an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of computational modelling, cognitive neuroscience, and computational psychiatry. The successful candidate will receive comprehensive training in all required methods. Position available for UK students only Application deadline: February 4th 2026 PhD start date: October 1st 2026 Further information on the project, requirements, and how to apply can be found here: http://www.findaphd.com/?pj=190228 *Please note: *Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to contact me ( h.toutounji(a)sheffield.ac.uk) to discuss your interest in and suitability for the project prior to submitting your application. Best wishes, Hazem -- *Dr. rer. nat. Hazem Toutounji (they / them) *[pronounced ḤAH-zem TUTUN-ji <https://namedrop.io/hazemtoutounji>] *PI of the Neural Dynamics and Computation Lab* Lecturer in Computational Neuroscience MSc Exams Officer, ECR Champion, Sustainability Lead School of Psychology The Neuroscience Institute Insigneo Institute for in silico Medicine University of Sheffield ICOSS Building, 4th floor, desk 5 219 Portobello, Broomhall Sheffield S1 4DP, UK *Please don't feel obliged to respond to my emails outside your own working hours* If you are a student looking for support, please see this page <https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/study/support>. *Office hours during semester weeks:* Monday 14:00-15:00 -- Please book an appointment with a brief description of the topic using this link <https://calendar.app.google/1ayXM9DqBhAkLBCp6>. Face to face meetings are at *ICOSS E04a*. To meet outside of office hours, please email me 24 working hours in advance.

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Postdoctoral position in circuit/systems neuroscience at McGill University (Krishnaswamy/Cook/Masset)
by Paul Masset Nov. 12, 2025

Nov. 12, 2025

Postdoctoral position in circuit/system neuroscience at McGill University. The Krishnaswamy and Cook laboratories are looking for a postdoctoral fellow to work on a project involving the neural circuits and computations underlying neuromodulation and behaviors such as attention and decision-making in mice. Position will involve cutting edge methods such as in vivo acousto-optic two-photon microscopy from cortical areas, fiber photometry from neuromodulator centers, widefield imaging using voltage/calcium-indicators, and genetic and optogenetic tools. Position will also involve using and developing advanced computational data analysis tools and building AI-inspired models of behavioral and neural activity. The project will involve close collaboration Dr. Paul Masset's lab to examine models of reinforcement learning in the context of neuromodulators. Prior experience in these methods is a plus but not a requirement. Background knowledge and/or graduate training in the neurosciences and computational methods is an advantage. We are located at the Life Sciences Complex (LSC) at McGill University, in the Bellini Building, which is a state-of-the-art research facility. Successful candidates will join a large community of neuroscientists which include researchers at the LSC, the Neuro (formerly the MNI), the Center For Research in Neuroscience, and Mila-Quebec AI institute. To apply, please send a CV and list of references to: arjun.krishnaswamy(a)mcgill.ca and erik.cook(a)mcgill.ca

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Permanent position in computational neuromodulation
by Axel Hutt Nov. 11, 2025

Nov. 11, 2025

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Permanent position in computational neuromodulation of brain networks and application to mental disorders ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The new research team NECTARINE at Inria in Strasbourg / France aims to create a synergy between clinicians and computational researchers to develop new healthcare technologies. The team works on stochastic microscopic network models to describe macroscopic experimental data and computational techniques of neural feedback control based on subject behavior and/or encephalographic data. We collaborate closely with clinicians and choose our research focus along the clinical applications. Major scientific objectives are stochastic multi-scale simulations of neurostimulation and corresponding mean-field descriptions of neural activity on the macroscopic scale. Moreover, we develop novel closed-loop techniques with real-time control merging experimental data and numerical models by machine learning techniques. The team's clinical research focuses on neuromodulation of patients suffering from deficits in attention and temporal prediction. The team offers the possibility to apply for a permanent position as Chargé de Recherche (CR) or Directeur de Recherche (DR) in the research field of computational neuroscience with a strong focus on stochastic dynamics linking brain network modelling with experimental data. The new colleague should have a strong expertise in mathematical/computational modelling with a focus on nonlinear dynamics and/or network dynamics, as well as strong interest in clinical applications. Strong programming skills are mandatory. Inria is a French National Institute for Research in Digital Science and Technology ( [ https://www.inria.fr/en | https://www.inria.fr/en ] ) with 9 research centres in France. The team is located in the centre of Strasbourg on the hospital campus as part of the Research Centre at University of Lorraine in Nancy. Applications are welcome from now on until end of January 2026 , but it is strongly recommended to contact us well in advance. For more details or sending your application documents (motivation letter, CV including publication list), please contact Dr. Axel Hutt (email: axel.hutt(a)inria.fr ) . -- Axel Hutt Directeur de Recherche Equipe NECTARINE INRIA Center at University of Lorraine Bâtiment Explora 2, rue Marie Hemm 67000 Strasbourg, France

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Postdoc and PhD positions in Paris
by German Sumbre Nov. 10, 2025

Nov. 10, 2025

Dear colleagues, We have several open positions for postdocs, PhDs and master students, at the neural dynamics & behaviour lab at theInstitute of biology of theEcole normale supérieure, Paris, France. The selected candidates will study neural circuit dynamics in zebrafish or cavefish using two-photon, light-sheet calcium imaging and/or optogenetics, to learn about neuro-glia interactions, behavioural states, development of neuronal assemblies, gut-brain interactions, brain-machine interfaces and the evolution of brain computations. You can find more information about the lab and relevant publications athttps://www.zebrain.biologie.ens.fr/ Applicants should have a strong background in systems or computational neuroscience and some experimental experience. Good programing skills are required. Knowledge on optics is a plus. The lab is an interdisciplinary and collaborative environment with postdocs and students coming from different disciplines and cultures. Some of these projects involve collaborations with the labs of Marcelo Rozenberg (Paris Cite), Julijana Gjorgjieva (MTU) and Pedro Hernandez (Curie). To apply please send a detailed CV, 2 academic referees and a research statement about a project you would like to carry out in the lab. Please send a single PDF file tosumbre(a)ens.fr. Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled.Best, *Germán Sumbre* Ecole Normale Supérieure Institut de Biologie de l'ENS Section de Neurosciences 46, rue d'Ulm 75005 Paris France Tel: +33 (0)1 44 32 23 67 http://www.zebrain.biologie.ens.fr

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[Workshop][Dec 8 · San Diego] NSF BRAID Workshop: Bridging Neuroscience and Engineering for Energy-Efficient AI (+Posters).
by sbezugam＠umail.ucsb.edu Nov. 10, 2025

Nov. 10, 2025

Dear colleagues, We will host the *NSF BRAID Workshop: Bridging Neuroscience and Engineering for Energy-Efficient AI*—a one-day program on neuromorphic computing and energy-efficient AI—on *Monday, December 8, 2025, at the Omni San Diego, immediately following NeurIPS'25*, at the same location. The workshop will feature invited speakers from neuroscience, neuromorphic engineering, and computer systems, including James Aimone, Maksim Bazhenov, Kwabena Boahen, Dhireesha Kudithipudi, Robert Legenstein, Stefan Mihalas, Bruno Olshausen, Priyadarshini Panda, and Vijay Janapa Reddi (tentative). The program will comprise two themed sessions and a poster session, all centered on neuromorphic computing. The neuroscience session will explore how insights from the brain can be leveraged to improve, augment, or rethink state-of-the-art large language models and AI. The hardware session will address whether conventional, emerging, or hybrid device technologies are best suited for the next generation of AI systems. Each session will include short invited talks followed by a panel discussion. *Poster participation* Short abstracts (≤200 words) are invited and should include: title, authors, and affiliations. Please email submissions to strukov(a)ece.ucsb.edu with the subject line “BRAID 2025 Poster.” Review is rolling, and space is limited. (more details here https://sites.google.com/view/nsf-braid-workshop-2025/call-for-posters) *Program & details:* https://sites.google.com/view/nsf-braid-workshop-2025/ RSVP here: NSF Workshop on BRAID · https://luma.com/7c3w0o01 Best regards, Sai Sukruth Bezugam PhD Student Strukov Research Group UC Santa Barbara

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World wide VVTNS series (6th season): Wednesday, 12, 2025, at 11:00 am ET - Katharina Anna Wilmes, Institute of Neuroinformatics Zurich
by David Hansel Nov. 10, 2025

Nov. 10, 2025

[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 Katharina Anna Wilmes Institute of Neuroinformatics Zurich on the topic of Uncertainty-aware predictive processing The lecture will be held on zoom on November 12, 2025, at *11:00 am ET * To receive the link: https://www.wwtns.online/register-page > > *Abstract: *Minimising cortical prediction errors is thought to be a key computation underlying perception, action, and learning. Yet, how the cortex represents and uses uncertainty in this process remains unclear. In the first part of this talk, I will present a normative framework showing how uncertainty can modulate prediction error activity to yield uncertainty-modulated prediction errors (UPEs), hypothesised to be represented by layer 2/3 pyramidal neurons. We propose that these UPEs are computed through inhibitory mechanisms involving SST and PV interneurons. A circuit model demonstrates how cortical cell types can locally compute means, variances, and UPEs, leading to adaptive learning rates. In the second part, I will discuss how uncertainty modulation could be controlled by higher-level representations. We formally derived neural dynamics that minimise prediction errors under the assumption that cortical areas must not only predict the activity in other areas and sensory streams but also jointly project their inverse expected uncertainty about their predictions, which we call “confidence”. This yields a confidence-weighted integration of bottom-up and top-down signals, consistent with Bayesian principles, and predicts the existence of second-order errors that compare confidence with performance. We predict that these second-order errors propagate alongside classical prediction errors through the cortical hierarchy, and simulations demonstrate that this mechanism enables nonlinear classification within a single cortical area. *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 ᐧ

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Software Engineer - Behavioral Analysis Platform Development - Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior
by Ahmed El Hady Nov. 7, 2025

Nov. 7, 2025

As part of a startup spinoff project funded by Max Planck Innovation's MAX!mize program. We're developing next-generation software for automated analysis of animal social behavior . Our platform makes behavioral analysis tools accessible for research and industry applications. We have the following opening: * Software Engineer (m/f/d) (80 - 100 %) - Behavioral Analysis Platform Development* The Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior at its sites in Konstanz and Radolfzell offers an international, interdisciplinary, and cooperative environment that opens up unique research opportunities. The goal of our basic research is to develop a quantitative and predictive understanding of the decisions and movements of animals in their natural environment. The Max Planck Department of Collective Behavior would like to fill the following position starting in January/February 2026, initially for 1 year with the possibility of extension. The workplace will be in Konstanz, Germany. /Our Offer/ We offer an interesting job in an open-minded team, flat hierarchies and an open-door culture where we encourage building on strengths, a wide range of further training and education opportunities, 30 days of vacation for a five-day week, flexible working hours, a responsible and varied workplace in a growing interdisciplinary and international research institute. The payment is made in accordance with your experience and qualification and the collective agreement for the public service (TVöD-Bund). /Your tasks/ * Design and develop interface for video analysis and data visualization * Build APIs connecting Python backend with frontend applications * Integrate existing behavioral analysis research tools * Create annotation tools and real-time visualization dashboards * Transform Python-based behavioral analysis algorithms into accessible web applications * Ensure complex scientific tools are intuitive for non-programmer users /Your Profile/ * Bachelor's/Master's in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent experience * Strong web development and applications skills (HTML/CSS/JavaScript + any modern framework * Proficient in Python programming * Experience making complex tools user-friendly * Self-directed problem solver with ability to work independently * Very good written and spoken English skills * Team-oriented with strong communication and collaboration abilities Other valuable experience: Scientific/data-heavy applications, real-time visualization, video processing/computer vision, Docker/containerization, research/startup experience The Max Planck Society endeavors to employ more severely disabled people. Applications of severely disabled persons are expressly welcome. The Max Planck Society strives for gender and diversity equality. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. /Are you interested? /Then we are looking forward to receiving your application until November 30, 2025, with your CV, a brief cover letter including link to GitHub or project portfolio under the following link <https://bewerbermanagement.net/en/jobposting/82ea614de840b641fc5b2e466fad8a…>: https://bewerbermanagement.net/en/jobposting/82ea614de840b641fc5b2e466fad8a… Questions about this position will be answered by Jacob Davidson (jdavidson(a)ab.mpg.de) or Ahmed El Hady (ahady(a)ab.mpg.de) Please make sure to spread it to anyone you think might be interested to apply or is well suited for the position. All the best regards, Ahmed El Hady Dr. Ahmed El Hady Research group leader Cluster for Advanced Study of Collective Behavior University of Konstanz/Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior Universitätsstraße 10, 78464 Konstanz Room ZT 907

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Deadline approaching: Why are there neuroscientists? Workshop of Ideas in Neuroscience, Dec 5th
by Mateusz Kostecki Nov. 7, 2025

Nov. 7, 2025

Hello, We would like to remind you that there is just one week left for registration for our workshop, *Why are there neuroscientists?*, that will be held in Heidelberg on Dec 5t! We are going to discuss an intricate web of reasons that make us study the visual cortices of mice, the spatial cognition of bats, or the molecular basis of Alzheimer’s disease in humans, from long-time fascinations, through previous, often random choices, inspirations by other people, or economic/social circumstances. The aim of this short workshop will be to discuss in depth our reasons for doing neuroscience. In a series of short talks, discussions, and group tasks – in the spirit of our Schools and Workshops of Ideas – we will try to ask (and maybe answer) questions: - What motivates our research? - How do our stated purposes for our research – the ones that we speak about in public, in grant writing or science communication – relate to our real motivations? - How do our reasons to do brain research influence our methodological choices? - How do the reasons we have differ depending on our background? Why does it matter? Please find more info and the application form here - https://nenckiopenlab.org/why/ <https://nenckiopenlab.org/why/> With best wishes, Mateusz Kostecki -- --- Mateusz Kostecki PhD Student Knapska Laboratory Nencki Institute 02-093 Warsaw, Pasteura 3, Poland https://twitter.com/mtkostecki https://evolvingbehavior.blog/

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4th Ultrasonic Vocalizations Conference (Online, Nov 20-21, 2025)
by Alicja Terelak Nov. 6, 2025

Nov. 6, 2025

Dear colleagues, We are pleased to invite you to the *4th Ultrasonic Vocalizations Conference*, taking place *online on November 20-21, 2025*. This event brings together researchers and practitioners exploring *ultrasonic vocalizations (USVs)* and their role in: • neuroscience and behavioral science, • acoustic communication across species, • technology and sound analysis, • creative approaches to studying communication. The program will feature: - *talks by international experts*, - *panel discussions and interactive Q&A sessions*, - *over twenty confirmed speakers and panelists* from neuroscience, biology, psychology, technology, and the arts. *Registration is now open and participation is free of charge.* More information and the registration link are available at: https://ultrasonicvocalizations.net/ https://www.facebook.com/UltrasonicVocalizationsNetwork/ We warmly invite you to join us for two days of interdisciplinary discussion and exchange. Best regards, *The 4th Ultrasonic Vocalizations Conference Organizing Committee* -- *Alicja K. Terelak, MSc* Laboratory of Spatial Memory, Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology, Polish Academy of Sciences Warsaw, 3 Pasteur Street, 02-093

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[seminar.wwtns] New recordings are available on the VVTNS website
by David Hansel Nov. 5, 2025

Nov. 5, 2025

[image: VVTNS.png] > > <https://streaklinks.com/BT7ApM4NDVkoziHWhQptf9sP/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wwtns.on…> > https://www.wwtns.online > <https://streaklinks.com/A9c7PbbpKY7PxB6PaAJWGD3-/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wwtns.on…> > - on twitter: wwtns@TheoreticalWide - on Youtube > New recordings available on the VVTNS website https://www.wwtns.online/past-seminars-2024-2025 ---------------------------- The First Memorial Carl van Vreeswijk Lecture Do contemporary, machine-executable models of primate sensory systems unlock the ability to non-invasively, beneficially modulate high level brain states? delivered on April 9, 2025 by James DiCarlo MIT ---------------------------- Learning generative dynamical systems models from multi-modal and multi-animal neuro-data delivered on April 23, 2025 by Daniel Durstewitz Central Institute of Mental Health, Mannheim ------------------------------------------------- Energy efficient learning in neural networks delivered on May 7, 2025 by Mark van Rossum University of Nottingham ------------------------------------------------- Neural mechanisms of memory linking and replay: inhibition matters delivered on May 14, 2025, by Tomoki Fukai Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology ------------------------------------------------- From neurons to Newtons: Brain evolution as a machine learning problem delivered on May 21, 2025 by Alexei Koulakov Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory *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.* April, 13, 2022 ᐧ ᐧ ᐧ ᐧ ᐧ ᐧ ᐧ

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Neural Data Analysis Workshop at Flatiron Institute (Feb 2-5, 2026) - Apply Now
by Edoardo Balzani Nov. 5, 2025

Nov. 5, 2025

Dear colleagues, Excited to share a great opportunity for systems neuroscientists! This February, the Flatiron Institute Center for Computational Neuroscience of the Simons Foundation is hosting a hands-on workshop on neural data analysis in New York City. *Workshop Details:* *What: *3-day workshop on pynapple & NeMoS *When: *February 2–5, 2026 *Where: *Flatiron Institute, NYC *Who:* Grad students & postdocs analyzing electrophysiology or calcium imaging data Via live-coding and hands-on group projects, you will learn to: - Use pynapple for neural data manipulation and exploration - Build statistical models with NeMoS (powered by JAX with GPU acceleration) *Cost:* Accommodation & meals provided, no participation fees. Both packages are open-source Python tools developed at Flatiron CCN to streamline neural data analysis and modeling. *Apply here:* https://simonsfoundation.formstack.com/forms/ neural_data_analysis_workshop_at_flatiron_institute *Learn more:* https://www.simonsfoundation.org/event/flatiron-ccn-neural-data-analysis-wo… Please feel free to share with anyone who might be interested! Best regards, Edoardo Balzani -- *Edoardo Balzani* Associate Research Scientist Center for Computational Neuroscience Flatiron Institute

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Open PhD position - Brain-inspired Machine Learning and Spiking Neural Networks
by Robert Legenstein Nov. 5, 2025

Nov. 5, 2025

The Lab of Robert Legenstein at Graz University of Technology (Austria) https://www.tugraz.at/institute/iml/people/prof-legenstein/ is offering a funded PhD position (Univ. Assistant) in the areas Brain-inspired Machine Learning/Spiking Neural Networks. In paticular, we will investigate brain-inspired models that bridge between sub-symbolic and symbolic artificial intelligence approaches in the context of the Cluster of Excellence Bilateral AI: https://www.bilateral-ai.net A background in Machine Learning, Computer Science, or Mathematics is desirable, as well as evidence for excellent prior performance as a student. For details and application portal, see https://jobs.tugraz.at/en/jobs/2a6e0939-accb-36e0-f2b6-68da792d9797?preview… -- Dr. Robert Legenstein Univ.-Professor Institute of Machine Learning and Neural Computation Graz University of Technology Inffeldgasse 16b/I, 8010 Graz, Austria http://www.iml.tugraz.at/legi/ WebEx: https://tugraz.webex.com/meet/robert.legenstein ++43/316/873-5824 ----------------------------------

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Virtual workshop (Nov 13, 9am - 12pm US Pacific Time) - Neuroscience Gateway enabling large scale modeling, AI/ML, data processing, and software dissemination on supercomputers
by Majumdar, Amitava Nov. 5, 2025

Nov. 5, 2025

Dear Colleagues, We are organizing a virtual workshop titled "Neuroscience Gateway enabling large scale modeling, AI/ML, data processing, and software dissemination on supercomputers". Please see the list of speakers, title of talks, abstracts, date and time below. If you are interested in attending please register via the registration link. Thank you. Amit Majumdar and Subhashini Sivagnanam San Diego Supercomputer Center University of California San Diego ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: 13 November (Thursday) 2025 Time: 9:00 – 12:00 USA Pacific Time Workshop Abstract: The Neuroscience Gateway (NSG) serves the neuroscience community by providing researchers and students easy, open and free access to a large number of neuroscience software and tools on supercomputing resources, academic cloud computing resources, and associated storage resources, which are located at various national academic supercomputer centers in the US and funded by the National Science Foundation. NSG is also a dissemination platform and enables dissemination of neuroscience modeling and data processing software to the community. This virtual workshop is intended for computational, cognitive and experimental neuroscientists – researchers and students - who use large scale modeling, AI/ML and data processing for their research. Computational neuroscientists who are building and using computational models of neurons and network of neurons, and cognitive neuroscientists who are processing EEG, fMRI and other types of data, as well as neuroscientist who are using AI/ML for their research, will find this workshop of interest. NSG is funded by the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health. Registration deadline: November 11, 2025 Register for this session at: https://na.eventscloud.com/ereg/newreg.php?eventid=862126<https://na.eventscloud.com/ereg/newreg.php?eventid=862126&>&<https://na.eventscloud.com/ereg/newreg.php?eventid=862126&> Agenda (times in USA Pacific Time): 9:00 – 9:30: Human Neocortical Neurosolver (HNN): An open-source software for cellular and circuit-level interpretation of human MEG/EEG, Dylan Daniels, Brown University Abstract: HNN is a user-friendly neural modeling software designed to provide a cell and microcircuit-level interpretation of macroscale magneto- and electroencephalography (M/EEG) signals (hnn.brown.edu, Neymotin et al 2020). The foundation of HNN is a biophysically-detailed neocortical model, representing a patch of neocortex receiving thalamic and corticocortical drive. The HNN model was designed to simulate the time course of primary current dipoles and enables direct comparison, in nAm units, to source-localized M/EEG data, along with layer-specific cellular activity. HNN workflows are constructed around simulating commonly measured ERPs and low-frequency oscillations. In this workshop, we will review the scientific foundations underlying the HNN model. Thereafter, will we walk through how to get started with HNN using NSG, and we will briefly demo various features of the HNN GUI. 9:35 – 10:05: AI-driven Brain Digital Twins: Large-scale biophysical models of neuronal circuits to study brain function and disease, Salvador Dura Bernal, SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Abstract: Understanding brain function and disease requires studying interactions across multiple scales, from molecular and cellular mechanisms to circuit-wide dynamics and behavior. Biophysically detailed brain circuit models provide a powerful tool to integrate diverse experimental data across these scales, allowing researchers to simulate and analyze brain activity in a mechanistic and predictive manner. Leveraging AI and high-performance computing, we have developed large-scale, biologically realistic models of various thalamocortical circuits, including motor, somatosensory, and auditory regions, each comprising ~15,000 neurons and ~30 million synapses. These models incorporate experimentally derived neuronal morphologies, electrophysiological properties, and connectivity, enabling them to reproduce cell-type and layer-specific electrical activity patterns observed in vivo across scales, from membrane voltages and action potentials to local field potentials and electroencephalogram signals. Our models have been instrumental in elucidating the cellular and circuit mechanisms underlying neurological disease and psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia, epilepsy, dystonia, Alzheimer's and Parkinson’s disease. They also offer insights into therapeutic targets to restore healthy neural dynamics through novel pharmacological and neurostimulation treatments, such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). These mechanistic models provide the foundation for constructing AI-driven Brain Digital Twins—virtual replicas of an individual’s brain state that integrate multimodal patient data to simulate brain function, predict disease progression, and optimize personalized treatment strategies. By bridging mechanistic modeling of brain circuits and AI, Brain Digital Twins have the potential to transform diagnosis, prevention and treatment of neurological and psychiatric conditions, addressing key challenges in brain research and clinical care. 10:10 – 10:40: NeuroelectroMagnetic Data Archive and high-performance computing for human EEG/MEG/iEEG data: the NEMAR-NSG platform, Arnaud Delorme; Seyed Yahya Shirazi; Dung Truong; Choonhan Youn; Subhashini Sivagnanam (UC San Diego); Russell A. Poldrack (Stanford University); Amitava Majumdar; Scott Makeig (UC San Diego) Abstract: The NeuroElectroMagnetic Data Archive and Tools Resource integrates open data, standardized annotation, and high-performance computing to accelerate reproducible analysis of human EEG, MEG, and iEEG. Built as a gateway to OpenNeuro, NEMAR indexes BIDS-formatted datasets with HED event annotations, provides search, quality assessment, and interactive visualizations, and brokers compute to SDSC resources through the Neuroscience Gateway for scalable, containerized workflows including EEGLAB-based pipelines. By coupling archive storage to NSG-mediated execution on systems such as Expanse, NEMAR minimizes data movement and enables end-to-end, provenance-preserving analyses at scale, supporting FAIR principles and cross-study meta-analysis. Together, NEMAR and NSG lower barriers for large-cohort neurophysiology, promote standardized event semantics, and provide a transparent path from dataset discovery to replicable results. 10:45 – 11:15: Neuron and NSG – parallel software meets parallel hardware, Ted Carnevale, Yale University Abstract: This presentation surveys how the Neuroscience Gateway has enabled productive use of the NEURON simulator to address problems in the domain of computational neuroscience that require high-performance and high-throughput computing. 11:20 – 11:50: HiAER-Spike: Running large spiking neural networks on an FPGA neuromorphic computing platform through NSG, Kenneth Yoshimoto, Diana Vins UC San Diego Abstract: HiAER-Spike is a hardware (FPGA)/software (Python) platform for reconfigurable neuromorphic computing. It has the potential to execute spiking neural networks up to 160 million neurons and 40 billion synapses. A Python interface allows users to specify neurons, connectivity, and input and direct timesteps. This tool is available through NSG. This talk will present integration of NSG with the hardware and show data demonstrating running a network on the FPGA. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Tadahiro Taniguchi speaking on Thursday, November 13 in Developing Minds global online lecture series
by Jochen Triesch Nov. 4, 2025

Nov. 4, 2025

Dear colleagues, On November 13, the Developing Minds global online lecture series is proud to host Tadahiro Taniguchi from Kyoto University, Japan, speaking on: "Developing Collective Minds: Symbol Emergence and Co-creative Learning via Collective Predictive Coding“. Thursday, November 13, 2025 3 am EST (Eastern Standard Time, US) 8 am UTC (Universal Coordinated Time) 9 am CET (Central European Time) 5 pm JST (Japan Standard Time) The zoom link/credentials are: https://uni-frankfurt.zoom-x.de/j/62848974907?pwd=wKdKlyBSVirfJqzrFfULhhOiu… Meeting-ID: 628 4897 4907 Kenncode: 735273 Abstract: This talk introduces the Collective Predictive Coding (CPC) hypothesis, a computational theory for how collective minds develop. CPC extends the Free Energy Principle (FEP) to the societal level, positing that interacting agents (both human and artificial) collaboratively minimize their collective prediction error through interaction. We argue that this process, functioning as a form of decentralized Bayesian inference embodied in interaction games, is the engine for symbol emergence. It provides a mechanism for agents to integrate their partial and heterogeneous perceptual information, leading to a shared, co-created understanding that exceeds the capabilities of any single agent. The CPC framework provides a scientific foundation for "co-creative learning," a new paradigm for human-AI interaction where systems learn with humans, rather than merely from them. This contrasts with traditional AI alignment, which often assumes a unilateral transfer of knowledge. CPC enables a bilateral, organic alignment that emerges from continuous, mutual interaction. This bottom-up, co-creative process offers a compelling alternative to top-down alignment methods, paving the way for a future of human-AI symbiosis. It allows humans and AI to co-evolve, generate new knowledge together, and realize the development of true collective minds. Short Bio: Tadahiro Taniguchi is a Professor at the Graduate School of Informatics, Kyoto University. He received his M.E. in 2003 and Ph.D. in Engineering in 2006, both from Kyoto University. He began his academic career at Ritsumeikan University, serving as an Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor in the College of Information Science and Engineering before assuming his current position at Kyoto University in 2024. During his tenure at Ritsumeikan, he was also a Visiting Associate Professor at Imperial College London from September 2015 to September 2016. Concurrently, he serves as a Senior Technical Advisor at Panasonic Holdings Corporation, an Affiliate Professor at Ritsumeikan University, a Director of the Tomorrow Never Knows association, Representative Director of the Bibliobattle Association, Director of the AI Robot Association (AIRoA), a Technical Advisor for ABEJA, Inc., and the Chair of the IEEE Cognitive and Developmental Systems Technical Committee. His research interests include artificial intelligence, emergent systems, and cognitive and developmental robotics. He is a pioneer in the field of "Symbol Emergence in Robotics," a constructive approach to understanding the mechanisms of language acquisition and semantic understanding from the perspective of the symbol grounding problem. Dr. Taniguchi has received numerous awards, including the Academic Encouragement Award from the Society of Instrument and Control Engineers (SICE), the Paper Award from the Institute of Systems, Control and Information Engineers (ISCIE), and the Advanced Robotics Best Survey Paper Award. The talk will be recorded and made available for later viewing. For more information on the talk series and recordings of previous events, please visit: https://sites.google.com/view/developing-minds-series/home Best regards, Jochen Triesch -- Prof. Dr. Jochen Triesch Johanna Quandt Chair for Theoretical Life Sciences Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies and Goethe University Frankfurt http://fias.uni-frankfurt.de/~triesch/ Tel: +49 (0)69 798-47531 Fax: +49 (0)69 798-47611

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CALL FOR SYMPOSIA PROPOSALS: AISB 2026, University of Sussex
by Simon Bowes Nov. 4, 2025

Nov. 4, 2025

CALL FOR SYMPOSIA PROPOSALS: AISB 2026, University of Sussex (DEADLINE: November 30, 2025) Contact: Simon Bowes (S.C.Bowes(a)sussex.ac.uk<mailto:S.C.Bowes@sussex.ac.uk>) AISB 2026 will be held at the University of Sussex on the 1st-2nd July. For more information on the convention please see the website at https://aisb.org.uk/. Keynote Speaker: Anil Seth The AISB 2026 convention will follow the same overall structure as previous conventions, namely a set of co-located symposia, and we are seeking proposals for these symposia. Typical symposia last for one or two days, and can include any type of event of academic benefit: talks, posters, panels, discussions, demonstrations, outreach sessions, etc. Proposals for Symposia are welcomed in all areas of AI and cognitive science. Some suggested areas are shown below, although any proposal in the field of AI or cognitive science will be welcomed: * AI in Education * Agency & AI * Art & AI * Artificial Life * Cognitive & Computational Neuroscience * Computational theory of mind * Computational Intelligence * Consciousness * Embodiment and AI * Ethics of AI * Human and Machine Creativity * Hybrid Human-AI * Knowledge Representation * Machine Learning * Robotics * Bio-inspired approaches. * Simulation of Human and Animal Behaviour * The Turing Test and Philosophical Foundations of AI -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Proposing a Symposium Each symposium is organized by its own programme committee. The committee proposes the symposium, defines the area(s) and structure for it, issues calls for abstracts/papers etc., manages the process of selecting submitted papers for inclusion, and compiles an electronic file for inclusion in the convention proceedings. Proposers are welcome to submit or be involved with more than one proposal. Proposers need not already be members the AISB and will not be required to become members. They will of course be encouraged to join! Deadline for symposium proposals: 30th November 2025 Notification of acceptance: 15th December 2025 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Submissions should consist of the following - A title. - A 300–1000-word description of the scope of the symposium, and its relevance to the convention along with the nature of the academic events (talks, posters, panels, demonstrations, etc.). - Whether the symposium is intended as a sequel to a symposium at a previous AISB conference. - An indication of whether submissions will be by abstract, extended abstract, or full paper. - Your preferences about the intended length of the symposium as a number of days (half a day, one day or two days), together with a brief justification. - A description (up to 500 words) of any experience you have in organization of academic research meetings (please note that it is not a requirement that you have such experience). - Names and affiliations of any invited speakers that you may have in mind for the symposium. - Your names and full contact details, together with, if possible, names and workplaces of the members of a preliminary, partial programme committee. - Please e-mail your completed proposal to Simon Bowes: S.C.Bowes(a)sussex.ac.uk<mailto:S.C.Bowes@sussex.ac.uk>

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[Meetings] [CFP] NeuroDesign in HRI Student EXPO & Competition (Submission Deadline: November 10, 2025)
by NeuroDesign in HRI Nov. 4, 2025

Nov. 4, 2025

Dear HRIers, HCIers, Roboticists and Neuroscientists around the world, We hope this information finds you well! Are you developing a human-interactive robot, a wearable system, or a neuro-inspired interface and algorithm? Do you have a prototype, an early-stage concept, or a compelling study that reimagines the future of human-machine interaction? Thank you once again for your interest in participating in the *NeuroDesign in Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) Student Competition* (previously with IEEE RO-MAN 2025). We truly appreciate your continued enthusiasm and support! *🌟 We're thrilled to announce an exciting new update!* The *NeuroDesign in HRI Student EXPO & Competition *has been scheduled again as a "Virtual" event on *November 19, 2025*. This unique showcase welcomes undergraduate, master's, and PhD students to present their innovative work and engage in live, cross-disciplinary dialogue with an international jury of experts from * Human-Robot Interaction * Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCI) * Cognitive Neuroscience & Psychology * Wearable and Soft Robotics * Design, Arts & Human-Centered Engineering * AI, Innovation, and Startups Whether your project is a concept, a working prototype, or an exploratory study, we are excited to see how it challenges conventional boundaries and contributes to the evolution of neuroadaptive, engaging, and socially impactful technologies. 📤 *Final Submission Deadline: Monday, November 10, 2025* If you missed the chance to participate last time — no worries! 🎉 You're warmly invited to submit your entry by including the following materials to secure your* 5-minute pitch* spot (We're dedicating on selecting *10 finalists* on a *rolling basis* and *there are still few seats available!!* ): * (1) Project Title (required) (2) Abstract (~100 words) (required) (3) Choose One of the following (choose one) (required):* * 🎥 A 1–2 minute video overview, or 🖼️ 5 informative slides, or 📄 A 2-page write-up (IEEE RAS format preferred)* *You can submit your materials directly through our Google Form:*👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHr36BmtfTxLbjHSmiY1CYapUiZPXHgsn… —*or simply reply to the email *(✉️ neurodesign.hri(a)gmail.com) with your materials attached (or share access links). *🏆 Awards & Recognition* For full details on all awards and recognitions, please see here: 🔗 https://www.neurodesign-hri.ws/2025#competition-guidelines 🔆 *Highlights include:* 🧠 Best Innovation in HRI NeuroDesign (3 awards) – up to €500 EUR ❤️ Most Popular Project Award (2 awards) – including a full APC waiver for Frontiers in Robotics and AI 🎁 Lucky Draw Prizes (5 prizes) and certificates for all finalists 💯 100% award opportunity – all 10 finalists will receive recognition! ✨ Prizes are doubled compared to the previous call! *📅 Key Dates* 🔺* Final Submission Deadline: November 10, 2025* 🔺* Event Date: November 19, 2025* Join us in shaping the future of human-machine symbiosis—where your creativity fuels the innovation of tomorrow. We can't wait to see your visionary ideas come to life! With warm regards, *The NeuroDesign in Human-Robot Interaction TeamNeuroDesign in HRI Student EXPO & Competition*

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Fully funded PhD position for Chinese nationals in rodent electrophysiology analysis at QMU (London)
by Bush, Daniel Nov. 4, 2025

Nov. 4, 2025

Dear colleagues Please see here<https://www.qmul.ac.uk/sbbs/postgraduate/phd-programmes/projects/display-ti…> for details of a fully funded PhD position for Chinese nationals at Queen Mary University (London, UK). The project will primarily focus on the analysis of rodent electrophysiology data from the hippocampal formation, under the joint supervision of Guifen Chen<https://www.qmul.ac.uk/sbbs/staff/guifen-chen.html> (QMU) and Daniel Bush<https://bushlab-ucl.github.io/> (UCL). Data collection and computational modelling could also be incorporated, according to the successful applicant's interests and skills. This project offers a unique opportunity to bridge neuroscience, data science, and AI, helping to uncover how the brain turns transient experience into lasting memory. Please note that applicants must be a Chinese citizen and hold a Chinese passport so that they are eligible for CSC funding<https://www.qmul.ac.uk/scholarships/items/china-scholarship-council-scholar…> <https://www.qmul.ac.uk/scholarships/items/china-scholarship-council-scholar…> . Experience of programming in Matlab or Python, a good understanding of maths and/or experience of rodent experiments are also highly desirable. For more details, please feel free to contact Guifen Chen (guifen.chen AT qmul.ac.uk) or Daniel Bush (d.bush AT ucl.ac.uk). Many thanks Dan ---------------------------------------------------- Dr. Daniel Bush GM01, Medical Sciences Building, Gower Street, London, WC1E 6BT Principal Investigator, UCL Human Electrophysiology Lab<https://bushlab-ucl.github.io/> Associate Professor, UCL Department of Neuroscience, Physiology and Pharmacology<https://www.ucl.ac.uk/npp/> Associate Editor, PLoS Computational Biology<https://journals.plos.org/ploscompbiol/>

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Postdoc positions in nanoscale modeling of neurons, synapses or astrocytes
by Erik De Schutter Nov. 4, 2025

Nov. 4, 2025

The Computational Neuroscience unit (https://www.oist.jp/research/research-units/cnu) at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology has openings for postdoctoral researchers interested in nanoscale computational neuroscience modeling. Initial duration is two years with option to extend. We have been spearheading the development of efficient computational tools to simulate electrophysiological, molecular and cell biology processes in neurons at the nanoscale (STEPS project http://steps.sourceforge.net) Examples are detailed simulations of the molecular control of vesicle pools and their release in presynaptic terminals (Science Advances 2025) and of how morphology affects calcium transients in perisynaptic astrocytic processes. We make use of recent experimental data like single cell proteomics and super-resolution imaging of live cells. The modeling technology allows for simulation of complete neurons with their spines. We are looking for postdocs interested in pursuing questions about the function of cerebellar or hippocampal neurons, synapses or astrocytes that require nanoscale simulation. Competences: Experience in computational modeling with a recent PhD in a relevant discipline such as computational biology, neuroscience, molecular biology, biophysics or biochemistry. Experience in programming in Python. Fluent English conversation and writing skills. Benefits / Offer: A seniority-based salary and relocation package are offered. Standard medical insurance and housing allowance are included. This an ideal position to gain experience in a prominent computational neuroscience lab and take part in our international collaborations. Please contact Prof. Erik De Schutter (erik(a)oist.jp) for inquiries.

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World wide VVTNS series (6th season): Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 11:00 am ET - Georges Debrégeas CNRS, Paris
by David Hansel Nov. 2, 2025

Nov. 2, 2025

[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 Georges Debrégeas CNRS, Paris on the topic of Latent-aligned generative models uncover shared structure in spontaneous whole-brain dynamics? The lecture will be held on zoom on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at *11:00 am ET * > To receive the link: https://www.wwtns.online/register-page > *Abstract: *Assessing how brain activity generalizes across individuals is a central challenge in experimental neuroscience. Traditional task- or stimulus-driven approaches align data through trial averaging and anatomical registration, but these methods fail for spontaneous activity, where no shared temporal reference exists. In this talk, I will introduce a statistical framework, called latent-aligned Restricted Boltzmann Machines, to build a common representational space from whole-brain recordings of spontaneous activity in multiple zebrafish larvae. This shared latent space, composed of spatially localized co-activation motifs or cell assemblies, allows bidirectional mapping of brain states: activity patterns from one fish can be encoded and decoded into another. The translated activity patterns retain their original spatial structure and show high plausibility within the recipient brain. We further use this shared space to segment spontaneous activity into discrete brain states and we quantify their Markovian transition statistics. Remarkably, these state-to-state dynamics are stereotyped across individuals, suggesting that spontaneous activity reflects intrinsic computational priors of neural processing. Together, these results demonstrate how probabilistic generative modeling can bridge individual variability and reveal conserved organizational principles of vertebrate brains. *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.*

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Call for Papers: "Spiking Neural Networks at Scale" in Frontiers in Neuroscience
by Wei Fang Nov. 2, 2025

Nov. 2, 2025

Dear colleagues: I am glad to tell you that the following research topic is now open for submissions in /Frontiers in Neuroscience/: Spiking Neural Networks at Scale: Learning Algorithms, Architectures, and Real-World Applications Refer to this link for more details: https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/74585/spiking-neural-networks-a… Please feel free to submit your article by 24 Dec 2025. -- ----------------------- Wei Fang Postdoc, Electrical & Computer Engineering Yale University, USA

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Collaborate with the International Brain Laboratory
by Nick Steinmetz Oct. 31, 2025

Oct. 31, 2025

Dear colleagues - The International Brain Laboratory <https://www.internationalbrainlab.com/> is entering a new phase. We have completed our "Brain-wide Map <https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-025-09235-0>" of neural activity during a complex behavior, alongside detailed studies of the reproducibility of neural <https://elifesciences.org/articles/100840> and behavioral <https://elifesciences.org/articles/63711> data and the development of new methods <https://www.nature.com/articles/s41592-022-01742-6> and visualizations <https://viz.internationalbrainlab.org/app> for large-scale datasets, as well as many scientific studies <https://www.internationalbrainlab.com/publications>. Now, the IBL seeks to broaden access to its tools, pipelines, and methodologies to new research groups. You can now collaborate with the IBL on your own project: we aim to bring our approaches to new large-scale projects and we are looking for new partners! We can help with your Neuropixels recordings, multiphoton imaging, data processing, visualisation, data management, and more. Or, we can support work that you want to do using IBL's existing public data, for example if it requires running new large-scale analyses of those data that you need help with. These services are free to you, thanks to generous funding from the Simons Foundation, and provided by our world-class team of expert staff. Learn more and apply, with a short 2-page proposal, at: www.internationalbrainlab.com/ibl-core-apply Applications deadline now extended to Nov 8! Nick Steinmetz -- Associate Professor Department of Neurobiology & Biophysics University of Washington, Seattle www.steinmetzlab.net

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The recording of the VVTNS sixth season opening talk (Andrew Barto, October 29, 2025) is now available online
by David Hansel Oct. 31, 2025

Oct. 31, 2025

[image: VVTNS.png] > > <https://streaklinks.com/BT7ApM4NDVkoziHWhQptf9sP/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wwtns.on…> > https://www.wwtns.online > <https://streaklinks.com/A9c7PbbpKY7PxB6PaAJWGD3-/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wwtns.on…> > - on twitter: wwtns@TheoreticalWide - on Youtube > The VVTNS sixth season opening talk delivered on October 29, 2025 by Andrew Barto University of Massachusetts, Amherst on the topic What is So Interesting About Reinforcement Learning? is now available https://www.wwtns.online/past-seminars-2025-2026 <https://www.wwtns.online/past-seminars-2022-2023> *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.* April, 13, 2022 ᐧ ᐧ ᐧ ᐧ ᐧ ᐧ ᐧ ᐧ --------------------------------------- David Hansel Directeur de Recherche au CNRS Co-Group leader Cerebral Dynamics Plasticity and Learning lab., CNRS 45 rue des Saints Peres 75270 Paris Cedex 06 Tel (Cell): +33 607508403 - Fax (33).1.49.27.90.62

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Call for papers – Special Issue “Simulating Developmental Neurobiology”
by Ruben A. Tikidji-Hamburyan Oct. 30, 2025

Oct. 30, 2025

Dear Colleagues, Frontiers in Computational Neuroscience is running a Research Topic, [“Simulating Developmental Neurobiology,”](https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/71541/simulatin… and invites submissions that advance computational modeling of neural development. This special issue, accessible to the global community, will gather multidisciplinary contributions. Scope of Interest We welcome original research articles, methodological papers, and concise reviews addressing, but not limited to, the following topics: - Computational models of neurogenesis, migration, and differentiation. - Multi-scale simulations linking molecular pathways to tissue dynamics. - Activity-dependent plasticity and circuit formation in development. - Integration of imaging, electrophysiology, and omics in modeling. - Novel algorithms or tools for modeling developmental processes. - Validation studies comparing models and empirical data. The submission deadline is 29 January 2026. Submission Procedure - Access the Research Topic [page](https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/71541/simulating-developm…: https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/71541/simulating-developmental-… - Click “Submit Your Manuscript.” - Select the appropriate article type (Original Research, Methods, or Review). - Ensure that “Simulating Developmental Neurobiology” is chosen as the Research Topic during the submission process. All submissions will undergo rigorous peer review while benefiting from Frontiers’ transparent review model. On behalf of the topic editors of Simulating Developmental NeurobiologyRuben Tikidji-Hamburyan --- Ruben A. Tikidji-Hamburyan, Ph.D. Senior Research Scientist Department of Physiology & Pharmacology School of Medicine and Health Sciences, George Washington University Washington, DC 20052, USA e-mail: rath(a)gwu.edu

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International Conference on Neural Information Processing (ICONIP) 2025, Nov. 20-24 at OIST
by Kenji Doya Oct. 30, 2025

Oct. 30, 2025

The 32nd International Conference on Neural Information Processing (ICONIP) 2025 is starting on November 20th at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST). Here is an update: • The main conference is in-person, single-track format. Registration includes online access to >400 papers in Spring LNCS and CCIS. • Tutorials can be joined in-person or online. Registration allows access to recordings of all tutorials. • Registrations for the banquet, childcare, shuttle bus, etc. will close on October 31st (AoE). • Open Forum on AI Agents and Human Society is organized for dialogue with local citizens and students. Please visit the web https://iconip2025.apnns.org and register. We hope to see many of you in beautiful Okinawa. ***** The 32nd International Conference on Neural Information Processing (ICONIP) 2025 Date: November 20 to 24, 2025 Venue: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST): https://www.oist.jp Web site: https://iconip2025.apnns.org Honorary Chairs: Shun-ichi Amari, Kunihiko Fukushima Keynote Lectures: Jun Tani (OIST): Development of Higher Cognitive Mechanisms: Insights From Neurorobotics Yew Soon Ong (NTU): Closing the gap: From Digital AI to Physically grounded intelligence Asako Kanezaki (IST): Machine Learning for Robots: From Perception to Action Tutorials: Taiji Suzuki (U Tokyo): Mathematical Theories of Deep Foundation Models Takuya Isomura (RIKEN): Free-energy Principle for AI Researchers and Neuroscientists Saori Tanaka (ATR, NAIST), Okito Yamashita (ATR, RIKEN), Yu Takagi (NIT): AI for Human Neuroscience Research Maryam Doborjeh, Nikola Kasabov (AUT): Improved Explainability with Spiking Neural Networks Yoshimasa Tawatsuji, Hiroshi Yamakawa, Yudai Suzuki (U Tokyo): Methodology for Designing Brain-Like AI Software Special Sessions: Sustainable Smart Villages – Harnessing Edge AI and TinyML for Low-Resource Communities Generative AI and Deep Learning for Advancing Affective Human-Robot Interaction Reliable, Robust and Secure Machine Learning Algorithms and 5 more Workshops: 18th International Workshop on Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity (AICS 2025) Quantifying and Simulating Multi-Neuromodulatory Dynamics in the Biological Brain and 5 more Open Forum: Society of Humans and AI Agents (in Japanese with English transcript) Yutaro Yamada (Sakana AI) Mizuki Oka (Chiba Tech, Artificial Life Institue) and other panelists General Chairs: Kenji Doya, Maryam Doborjeh Program Chairs: Tadahiro Taniguchi, Andrew Chi Sing Leung Inquiry: iconip2025(a)apnns.org ---- Kenji Doya <doya(a)oist.jp> Neural Computation Unit, Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University 1919-1 Tancha, Onna, Okinawa 904-0495, Japan Phone: +81-98-966-8594; Fax: +81-98-966-2891 https://www.oist.jp/ncu

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2-year PostDoc position AI perception and control for robotics
by Bernabé Linares Barranco Oct. 30, 2025

Oct. 30, 2025

*2-year PostDoc position in Spain (Barcelona and Sevilla):* The Institute of Informatic and Industrial Robotics in Barcelona (http://www.iri.csic.es) and the Sevilla Microelectronics Institute (http://www.imse-cnm.csic.es) offer a joint MSCA Post-Doctoral 2-year fellowship for conducting cutting-edge AI research focused on exploring Spiking Neural Networks for AI systems in robotics perception and control. More details are available at: http://www2.imse-cnm.csic.es/neuromorphs/data/_uploaded/file/postdoc_IMSE-I… Interested candidates please contact: teresa.serrano(a)csic.es --

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Join COMPLEX NETWORKS 2025 – Explore the Full Program & Register Now
by Hocine Cherifi Oct. 30, 2025

Oct. 30, 2025

Dear Colleagues, We are pleased to invite you to participate to *COMPLEX NETWORKS 2025* in *Binghamton, New York, USA*, from *December 9 to 11, 2025*. The *final program* is now available: 📄 *Program Download:* [ https://drive.google.com/file/d/18s7apg46PBZCvu2YJg7P6IABoqLCWsNm/view?usp=… ] <https://drive.google.com/file/d/18s7apg46PBZCvu2YJg7P6IABoqLCWsNm/view?usp=…> 🌐 Also accessible soon on https://complexnetworks.org <https://complexnetworks.org?utm_source=chatgpt.com> This year’s conference will feature: 🎓 *Tutorials (December 8):* · *Yian Yin* (Cornell University): *Toward a Quantitative Understanding of Failure* · *Brennan Klein* (Northeastern University): *Networks, Shapes, Maps, and More* 🎤 *Keynote Speakers (December 9–11):* · *Kimberley Glass* (Harvard Medical School): *Network Modeling for Precision Medicine* · *Mark Newman* (University of Michigan): *Networks and Ranking in Sports, Markets, and Society* · *Michelle Girvan* (University of Maryland): *Meta-Learning with Reservoir Networks: Forecasting Complex Systems from Limited Data* · *Luis Bettencourt* (University of Chicago): *The Networks of Cities: From Complex Infrastructure to Human Development* · *David Stark* (Columbia University): *“This is not a Test!”: Testing After Preparedness* In addition to these highlights, the program includes *three full days of oral, lightning, and poster sessions* covering all aspects of *network science, computational social science, and machine learning on graphs*, along with *networking events* such as the Welcome Reception and Gala Dinner. 👉 *Register now:* [https://complexnetworks.org/registration/] <https://complexnetworks.org/registration/> We look forward to welcoming you in *Binghamton* this December for an inspiring and collaborative edition of COMPLEX NETWORKS. Best regards, *Hocine Cherifi* General Co-Chair – Complex Networks 2025 📍 https://complexnetworks.org <https://complexnetworks.org?utm_source=chatgpt.com> Join us at COMPLEX NETWORKS 2025 <https://complexnetworks.org/> *-------------------------* Hocine CHERIFI University of Burgundy Franche-Comté Laboratoire* I*nterdisciplinaire *C*arnot de *B*ourgogne - ICB UMR 6303 CNRS Editor in Chief Applied Network Science <https://appliednetsci.springeropen.com/> Plos Complex Systems <https://plos.org/complex-systems-research-journal/#:~:text=PLOS%20Complex%2….> Editorial Board member PLOS One <https://journals.plos.org/plosone/>, IEEE ACCESS <https://ieeeaccess.ieee.org/?http%3A%2F%2Fieeeaccess_ieee_org%2F>, Scientific Reports <https://www.nature.com/srep/>, Journal of Imaging <https://www.mdpi.com/journal/jimaging>, Quality and Quantity <https://www.springer.com/journal/11135/>, Computational Social Networks <https://computationalsocialnetworks.springeropen.com/>, Complex Systems <https://www.complex-systems.com/> Evolutionary Intelligence <https://link.springer.com/journal/12065>

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CRCNS 2025: Registration closes tomorrow at midnight!
by Garrison Cottrell Oct. 29, 2025

Oct. 29, 2025

Hi folks - Sorry for the late notice, as registration is going to close tomorrow, but even if you are not funded by the *NSF Collaborative Research in Computational Neuroscience program,* you are welcome to attend our PI's meeting, just prior to the SfN meeting, November 13th and 14th on the UCSD campus. The tentative meeting schedule is here <https://inc.ucsd.edu/events/crcns/2025/program.php>, and registration is here <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://na.eventscloud.com/ereg/index.php?event…>. Keynote speakers are Terry Sejnowski and Bruno Olshausen. cheers, Gary Cottrell

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