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Opening: Assistant Professor in Computational Neuroscience at the University of Cincinnati
by vanderdt＠ucmail.uc.edu Oct. 13, 2025

Oct. 13, 2025

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Computational Neuroscience. We seek candidates working in areas including (but not limited to): • neural circuit modeling & theoretical analysis • sensory systems and their computations • computational methods & algorithm development • integration of robotics, ML/AI, big data, behavior & neural data The successful applicant will establish an externally funded research program, teach at undergraduate/graduate levels, and supervise students. Collaborations across neuroscience, engineering, computer science, cognition, and medicine are strongly supported. Review of applications begins December 1, 2025; application details are available online. More info / Apply: https://jobs.uc.edu/job/Cincinnati-Assistant-Professor%2C-Biological-Scienc… Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Stephanie Rollmann, stephanie.rollmann(a)uc.edu

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3 Faculty Positions open at UAlbany - Deadline Oct 31! - Please circulate!
by Annalisa Scimemi Oct. 13, 2025

Oct. 13, 2025

💥 Job Alert! 📢 We’re hiring an ***Assistant Professor in Behavioral Neuroscience***. Come be my neighbor and join our amazing community. Apply quickly before the deadline sneaks up! HERE <https://t.co/z2oryPK8GI> 💥 Job Alert! 📢 We’re hiring an ***Assistant Professor in Quantitative Systems Neuroscience***. Come be my neighbor and join our amazing community. Apply quickly before the deadline sneaks up! HERE <https://t.co/TFkXnx1LCs> 💥 Job Alert! 📢 We’re hiring an ***Assistant Professor in Computational Cognitive Neuroscience***. Come be my neighbor and join our amazing community. Apply quickly before the deadline sneaks up! HERE <https://t.co/RgQjeabw0H> -- *Annalisa Scimemi, PhD* Associate Professor, Department of Biology, SUNY Albany Adjunct Professor, Department of Physics, SUNY Albany President, Society for Neuroscience Hudson-Berkshire Chapter <https://sites.google.com/site/sfnhudsonberkshire/home> Instructor, Ion Channels in Synaptic and Neural Circuit Physiology <https://meetings.cshl.edu/courses.aspx?course=c-ion>, CSHL Mail. 1400 Washington Ave (Bio 329) - Albany, NY 12222 (USA) Tel. +1-518-442-4367 (Office) / +1-518-442-4580 (Lab) Fax. +1-518-442-4767 Email. scimemia(a)gmail.com / ascimemi(a)albany.edu SUNY webpage <https://www.albany.edu/biology/faculty/annalisa-scimemi> / Google webpage <https://sites.google.com/site/scimemilab2013/> / Blog webpage <https://neurovoice.blogspot.com/> / My Zoom <https://albany.zoom.us/my/ascimemi>

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University College London NeuroAI Annual Conference - 5th Nov - in person and online
by Padraig Gleeson Oct. 13, 2025

Oct. 13, 2025

Dear Colleagues, The 6th annual UCL NeuroAI Conference will take place on Wednesday 5 November 2025 at UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health in London. The event features leading speakers at the cutting edge of machine learning and neuroscience. The UCL NeuroAI initiative aims to be a central hub where researchers working in neuroscience, AI, machine learning, and related fields can interact and stay updated on the latest advancements in these intersecting areas. Our annual conference is an important opportunity for these communities to gather, make new connections, and benefit from insights in one another’s fields. *Keynote speakers* We are privileged to have a distinguished line-up of speakers and experts confirmed to date. Leena Chennuru Vankadara (Gatsby Computational Neuroscience Unit, UCL) Netta Cohen (University of Leeds) Nathaniel Daw (Princeton University) Quentin Huys (Institute of Neurology, UCL) Kenneth Harris (Institute of Neurology, UCL) Armin Lak (University of Oxford) All information including how to register can be found here <https://www.ucl.ac.uk/research/domains/neuroscience/ucl-neuroai>. Spaces are limited so we recommend booking asap to avoid disappointment. Registration fee for the conference is £5. If you are unable to pay for any reason, please contact neuroaievents(a)ucl.ac.uk. *Poster and lightning talks - Submissions are now open!* This year we will also be accepting abstract submissions for posters or a short lightning presentation as part of the event. The deadline to submit your abstract (200 words) is *Wednesday 15th October, 12pm*. Further details regarding the poster and lighting talks can be found here <https://www.ucl.ac.uk/research/domains/neuroscience/ucl-neuroai>. *About UCL NeuroAI* The last decade has seen phenomenal advances in the fields of machine learning (e.g. deep learning, reinforcement learning, and AI). While these changes have already had considerable impact on most areas of science they hold a particular resonance for neuroscience. Crucially, AI shares a common lineage with neuroscience and fundamentally machine learning and the brain employ similar computations to process and compress information. For these reasons AI provides a means to emulate neural functions and the circuits supporting them, providing insights to aid our understanding of the brain and cognition. Equally, AI tools provide a means to discover, segment, and track distinct neural and behavioural states - yielding more efficient experiments and accelerating the pace of discovery. In turn, this understanding feeds back into the design of more effective AI architectures and models. Essentially, AI problems posed in neuroscience both require and inspire further advances in AI. *Sponsorship* We are immensely grateful for the support from the Sainsbury Wellcome Centre <https://www.sainsburywellcome.org/web/>, the Crick Partner Networking Fund <https://www.crick.ac.uk/research/research-partnerships/university-partnersh…> and AIBIO-UK <https://aibio.ac.uk/>. We look forward to seeing you there.

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What can you do with 1000 neurons? Task 2
by Nicolas P. Rougier (inria) Oct. 13, 2025

Oct. 13, 2025

Dear all, The first task (simple decision) has been solved by a number of participants. Most of the models were able to survive in the proposed environment for quite a long time, and one entry used the optimal decision strategy, with only 22 neurons (out of 1000 available). The challenge is still running with a new task (cued decision, which might be simpler) and a new agenda (you have two months). You'll find instructions at https://github.com/rougier/braincraft the rules for the new task. Reminder: you have have 1000 neurons (leaky rate models), 100 seconds of training time and 10 runs for evaluation. The difficulty comes from the imposed constraints. You have to 2 months to propose your model. Best, Nicolas Rougier. -- Nicolas P. Rougier —— www.labri.fr/perso/nrougier Institute of Neurodegenerative Diseases, Bordeaux

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Abstract submission open for the UK Neural Computation meeting July 9-11, Imperial College London
by Mark Humphries Oct. 13, 2025

Oct. 13, 2025

Abstract submission is now open for the UK Neural Computation meeting 2025 at Imperial College on 9-11th July 2025. Submit here: https://forms.gle/kg5xaSfBX3sN7tUN9 Deadline of 12th May 2025 4 submitted abstracts will be selected for main meeting talks. Please spread the word! Conference information: https://neuralcomputation.uk/ Sponsors: ARIA Scalable Neural Interfaces program<https://www.aria.org.uk/opportunity-spaces/scalable-neural-interfaces> Francis Crick Institute<https://www.crick.ac.uk/> Organisers: Danyal Akarca (Imperial) Dan Goodman (Imperial) Mark Humphries (Nottingham) Professor Mark Humphries | Professor of Computational Neuroscience Lab: humphries-lab.org<https://www.humphries-lab.org/> Connect: Bluesky<https://bsky.app/profile/markdhumphries.bsky.social> / LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-humphries-65a460212/> / X<https://x.com/markdhumphries> Essays on the brain and science: drmdhumphries.medium.com<https://drmdhumphries.medium.com/> Book: "The Spike: An Epic Journey Through the Brain in 2.1 Seconds" (Princeton UP) in hardback<https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691195889/the-spike?_gl=1*h…..>, paperback<https://press.princeton.edu/books/paperback/9780691241487/the-spike>, ebook<https://press.princeton.edu/books/ebook/9780691213514/the-spike-0?_gl=1*1uf…..> & audiobook<https://press.princeton.edu/books/audio/9780691224091/the-spike?_gl=1*37xz7…..> <https://press.princeton.edu/books/audio/9780691224091/the-spike?_gl=1*37xz7…..> read by Anand Jagatia This message and any attachment are intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please contact the sender and delete the email and attachment. Any views or opinions expressed by the author of this email do not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Nottingham. Email communications with the University of Nottingham may be monitored where permitted by law.

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Denis Mareschal speaking on Thursday, October 16 in Developing Minds global online lecture series
by Jochen Triesch Oct. 13, 2025

Oct. 13, 2025

Dear colleagues, On October 16, the Developing Minds global online lecture series is proud to host Denis Mareschal from Birkbeck College London, UK, speaking on: "The challenges and rewards of pursuing real-word Developmental Science“. Thursday, October 16, 2025: 10:00 am EST (Eastern Standard Time, US) 15:00 UTC (Universal Coordinated Time) 16:00 CET (Central European Time) 23:00 JST (Japan Standard Time) The zoom link/credentials are: https://uni-frankfurt.zoom-x.de/j/67246871085?pwd=4s1XHEOL4tihLhbbqVwprgBih… Meeting-ID: 672 4687 1085 Kenncode: 745870 Abstract: Historically, the understanding of the brain-based mechanisms of learning in young children has relied on well-controlled lab-based experiments. This was for good scientific reasons. First, there was a drive to isolate individual causes of behaviours and therefore to carefully control the environments in which children behaved during a study. Moreover, the equipment required to assess the neural correlates of behaviours were cumbersome and difficult to move so children's mobility had to be restricted. Recent developments in wearable and wifi-enhanced technologies have now allowed us to literally "untether" children and explore their brain and behaviour as they move around and interact naturally. This has opened new avenues for research, but has equally revealed important new challenges to the way that we approach developmental sciences. In this seminar, I will draw on my lab's recent work on children's sensory cue integration, neural synchrony during children's collaborative problem solving and the trials and tribulations of translating basic cognitive neuroscience research into real-world effective classroom interventions to highlight some of the challenges that contemporary developmental sciences faces. Short Bio: Professor Denis Mareschal is Director of the Centre for Brain and Cognitive Development, at Birkbeck University of London, and a founding member of the Centre for Educational Neuroscience. After completing a BA in Natural Science at Cambridge, he moved on to studying learning -- initially in the form of an MA in Psychology and Artificial Intelligence at McGill in Montreal, Canada and then through completing a DPhil in Psychology at Oxford. Professor Mareschal's research has focussed on identifying the mechanisms of learning and development in infancy and childhood through the combined use of behavioural studies, computational modelling and neuroimaging. He has received a number of awards for his work, including the Marr Prize from the Cognitive Science Society, the Young Investigator Award from the International Congress on Infant Studies and the Margaret Donaldson Prize from the BPS Developmental Section. Over the last 10 years he has led the UnLocke project (Unlocke.org) developing a neuroscience-based primary school maths and science education intervention. He is committed to taking neuroscience out of the lab and into the real-world, in terms of primary research and in terms of translational impact. 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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5th Applied Active Inference Symposium - November 12-14, 2025
by Zohreh Rahmannejad Oct. 11, 2025

Oct. 11, 2025

Dear Colleagues, (Apologies for any cross-posting.) Join us for an exciting exploration of Active Inference applied across various systems. The theme of the Symposium is “Industry” and will feature a Keynote session with Karl Friston. This free, online event will consist of livestreams, pre-recorded videos, and interactive sessions. 📣 Presenters and Workshop facilitators (alphabetical): Andrea Hiott, Andrew Pashea, Bart van Erp, Bradly Alicea, Chris Fields, Daniel Friedman, Denise Holt, Ian Tennant, Jean-Francois Cloutier, Karl Friston, Maria Luiza Iennaco, Matthew Brown, Nicolas Hinrichs, Octopus, Samuel Montanez, PabloFM, Peter Thestrup Waade, Robert Worden, Sam A Senchal, Shanna Dobson, Sonia de Jager, and more to come! See full Program for all details. 🎯 Highlights: 1. Broad range of projects across 20+ presenters, ranging from sustainability and urban planning to biologically plausible decision-making models 2. Interactive workshops and panels, including a session on open-source strategies 3. Connecting with useful materials (educational, code, etc) and people who are learning and applying Active Inference 🔔 Register now to stay updated on additional interactive events and workshops being added over the next month! 🖥️ Registration link: https://lnkd.in/dVsTMY7Q 🌐 More information: https://lnkd.in/dVKdFSz9 Symposium co-organizers: Alexander Ororbia, Alexandra Mikhailova, Andrew Pashea, Bradly Alicea, Christian Martens, Cory Slater, Daniel Friedman, Marc Broberg, Maria Garcia, Maria Luiza Iennaco, PabloFM, Rorik Smith, Sylvia Zhang, Bleu Knight, Zohreh Rahmannejad, Alex Vyatkin

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Technical assistant position in neuroscience at LMU Munich
by Anna Schroeder Oct. 10, 2025

Oct. 10, 2025

*Description of the Schroeder Lab* The newly established group of Prof. Dr. Anna Schroeder at LMU Munich is seeking an excellent candidate for a *technical assistant (full-time)* position in *neuroscience*. The position is initially offered on a 2-year fixed-term basis with the possibility of extension. For more information, visit www.annaschroederlab.com. Our lab investigates the neural circuits underlying emotions, motivations, and physiological needs, focusing on how these internal states shape behavior in dynamic environments. Specifically, we study the subthalamic circuits of the zona incerta, an enigmatic brain region that integrates internal states, external sensory cues, and past experiences to adapt behavior flexibly. To dissect the *neural circuit mechanisms driving behavior*, we employ cutting-edge methodologies including: * /In vivo/calcium imaging with 2-photon microscopy or Miniscopes * Whole-cell patch-clamp electrophysiology * Single-cell RNA sequencing * Optogenetics * Chemogenetics * Viral circuit tracing * State-driven behavioral paradigms * Transgenic mouse models * Advanced machine learning techniques Our ultimate goal is to advance understanding of brain function and develop novel therapeutic strategies for psychiatric disorders through neuromodulation. Prof. Dr. Schroeder is deeply committed to training, mentorship and career development for lab members. The lab offers state-of-the-art neuroscience in a very supportive environment. ** *Your tasks and responsibilities* Participation in the preparation and implementation of research and teaching, as well as the organization of laboratory processes: * Conduct DNA/RNA sequencing and genotyping * Manage and plan mouse colonies * Perform histology, immunostaining and microscopic data analysis * Plan, order and maintain lab equipment and supplies; train new users * Prepare solutions and handle general lab upkeep (waste, autoclaving, glassware) * Manage documentation (genetic engineering, virus/S1, work safety, invoices) * Support student internships and ongoing research projects * Help foster an inclusive, hardworking and supportive lab environment ** *Eligibility requirements * Candidates must meet the following criteria: * Completed vocational training and state recognition as a Biological Technical Assistant (BTA) or a completed Bachelor of Science or equivalent * Proficiency in written and spoken English * Ability to work independently and structure workflows effectively * Strong motivation, attention to detail, and a positive, proactive attitude * Organizational skills, reliability and diligence * Willingness to engage in continuous professional development * Enjoyment of working in an international, research-based environment * Effective communication and teamwork skills Beneficial qualifications: * Experience in managing mouse lines, DNA/RNA sequencing and histology * Proficiency in written and spoken German * Knowledge of neurobiology and cell biology *What we offer* Our lab is located at the LMU Biocenter on the high-tech campus in Martinsried. We offer an interesting and responsible position with excellent training and development opportunities: * The *best environment for neuroscience in Germany*: o LMU Munich is often ranked as the best university <https://www.shanghairanking.com/rankings/arwu/2025> in Germany and is consistently ranked among the top 50 universities worldwide, <https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/lmu-munich> both overall and for life sciences specifically o According to the Nature Index <https://www.nature.com/nature-index/supplements/nature-index-2024-neuroscie…>, LMU Munich is the top academic institution in Germany for neuroscience * *Advanced neuroscience research*with cutting-edge tools in state-of-the-art facilities * *Collaborative and inclusive environment*, including partnerships with leading local institutions (e.g., Max Planck Institutes, DZNE, Helmholtz Institutes, TU Munich) all connected via the Munich Center for Neurosciences * *Mentorship and career development**support* from Prof. Dr. Schroeder, a young and highly motivated PI who is genuinely invested in the success of her team members * Opportunity to live in *Munich*, a vibrant, international city near lakes and mountains with one of the world's strongest neuroscience communities and a very high quality of life <https://www.mercer.com/en-be/insights/total-rewards/talent-mobility-insight…> * Remuneration according to the collective agreement for the public service of the federal states (TV-L) in _E9_ * Various LMU corporate benefits <https://www.lmu.de/en/about-lmu/working-at-lmu/additional-services/corporat…> *How to apply* Applications *must provide the following *and can be sent to *Prof. Dr. Schroeder *by email at*anna.schroeder(a)bio.lmu.de *(one PDF file, maximum 5 MB): * Cover letter detailing prior training and/or research experience and why you’d like to join the Schroeder lab * CV * Names and contact details for 1-2 referees The application deadline is *November 15, 2025*. The position can start as soon as possible.

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Call for Abstract and Register Now: EBRAINS Student Conference on Interdisciplinary Brain Research 2026
by Alper Yegenoglu Oct. 10, 2025

Oct. 10, 2025

Dearall, We’re excited to announce the*1st EBRAINS Student Conference on Interdisciplinary Brain Research*, taking place*11–13 March 2026*in*Nice, France*, at the historic*Château de Valrose*(Université Côte d’Azur). Organised by the EBRAINS Education Programme and Student Ambassadors, this conference provides a unique platform for*early-career researchers*across fields,from*neuroscience, computer science, psychology, medicine,***and more,to exchange ideas, present their work, and connect with peers and mentors in an open, collaborative environment. The programmeincludes: ·Scientific sessions with contributed talks and posters ·Keynote lectures and panel discussions ·Hands-on workshops and training sessionson EBRAINS tools ·Social and networking activities in the heart of the French Riviera *Abstract submission is open!* *Deadline:****20****October 2025* We welcome submissions of both theoretical and empirical work, including preliminary research and emerging ideas. Submityour abstract here:https://easychair.org/cfp/EBRAINSC26 <https://easychair.org/cfp/EBRAINSC26> *Registration****is now****open!* Student and early-bird discountsareavailable. Full details and updates:https://www.ebrains.eu/news-and-events/student-conference-2026 <https://www.ebrains.eu/news-and-events/student-conference-2026> We hope to see you in Nice for an inspiring exchange of ideas and perspectives in brain research! Best regards, Alper Yegenoglu On the behalf of the EBRAINS Education Programme and Student Ambassadors

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Postdoc Position in Pediatrics
by Srinivas Kota Oct. 10, 2025

Oct. 10, 2025

A postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neonatal–Perinatal Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center. The research focuses on developing artificial intelligence–based biomarkers from physiological signals to assess brain injury severity in newborns with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE). https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/research/postdoctoral-scholars/assets/biomed… -- Srinivas Kota, PhD, MSCI Email: svkota(a)gmail.com Ph: (618) 319-0471 (cell) https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsrinivaskota <https://www.linkedin.com/in/srinivas-kota-ph-d-8a32568>

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