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PhD project in Strasbourg : Virtual Reality under neurostimulation

by Axel Hutt

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Gamma Multimodal Entrainment in Virtual Reality for Cognitive Enhancement in mental disorders --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This PhD project develops a VirtualReality platform combining high-frequency neural entrainment with cognitive-emotional training to treat mental disorders. Synchronous observation of encephalographic data permits to identify neural biomarkers. The approach targets both primary symptoms and underlying neurocognitive deficits (attention, working memory) that impede traditional therapy. The project bridges immersive technology, computational neuroscience, and clinical psychology to pioneer a newclass of digital therapeutics for trauma. This project inherently combines expertise spanning computational neuroscience, clinical psychology, and immersive technology—domains that are essential but individually insufficient to address mental disorder treatment innovation. Two partner teams bring complementary and synergistic competencies: (i) the INRIA-team Nectarine (PI: Axel Hutt) provides foundational expertise in non-invasive neuromodulation and computational neuroscience. The team specializes in EEG signal processing, neural modeling, and biofeedback systems— technical competencies essential for designing the multimodal entrainment protocols, integrating real-time EEG recording with VR stimulation, extracting robust neurophysiological biomarkers, and developing closed-loop neuromodulation frameworks. (ii) the IGG team (PI: Antonio Capobianco) contributes human-centered Virtual Reality design, experimental protocol robustness, and user experience optimization. IGG expertise ensures that the VR platform deliversan engaging, safe, and immersive experience—critical for both participant tolerability and thevalidity of behavioral measurements. The project will be funded by ITI HealthTech ( [ https://healthtech.unistra.fr/ | https://healthtech.unistra.fr/ ] ) in Strasbourg, France [ https://healthtech.unistra.fr/ | . ] Principal Investigators: * Axel Hutt, Inria-team Nectarine ( [ https://team.inria.fr/nectarine/ | https://team.inria.fr/nectarine/ ] ) * Antonio Capobianco, iCube-team IGG ( [ https://igg.icube.unistra.fr/index.php?title=Accueil | https://igg.icube.unistra.fr/index.php?title=Accueil ] ) Please submit your usual application documents or request for more information to Axel Hutt (axel.hutt(a)inria.fr) or Antonio Capobianco (a.capobianco(a)unistra.fr) Deadline for application is March 13, 2026 -- Dr. rer. nat. Axel Hutt Directeur de Recherche Equipe NECTARINE - INRIA Nancy Center at University of Lorraine Equipe MLMS - iCube Strasbourg Bâtiment NextMed , 2, rue Marie Hamm 67000 Strasbourg, France

Feb. 20, 2026

Research Topic "Advances in Computational Modelling of Neurological Diseases" in Frontiers in Neurology

by Leonardo Abdala Elias

Dear Comp-Neuro Community, We would like to bring to your attention that the Research Topic "Advances in Computational Modelling of Neurological Diseases <https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/71934/advances-in-computational…>," hosted in Frontiers in Neurology, is currently open to article submissions. *Scope* This Research Topic seeks to spotlight recent advances in computational modeling of the nervous system under pathological conditions. By integrating mechanistic and data-driven methods, we aim to deepen understanding of neurological disease mechanisms and translate this knowledge into improved diagnostic and therapeutic strategies. The focus is on models that investigate dysfunction across nervous system levels, reveal latent pathophysiological mechanisms from patient data, and simulate the effects of interventions. *Topics (not limited to)* - Biophysical and neuronal network models of neurological disease mechanisms. - Simulation studies of disease progression or intervention outcomes. - Machine learning for the discovery of latent patterns and/or pathophysiological mechanisms in clinical or neuro-behavioral data. - Predictive models for clinical prognosis or treatment response. - Personalised and patient-specific models (e.g., 'digital twins') for capturing individual disease progression and/or targeted therapy. - Integration of computational models with molecular, neuroimaging, electrophysiological, and behavioral data. - Methodological advances and novel computational neuroscience/physiological approaches. *Deadline* February 27, 2026 *Topic Editors* - André Fabio Kohn, University of São Paulo - Francesco Negro, University of Brescia - Leonardo Abdala Elias, University of Campinas - Renan Cipriano Moioli, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte

Feb. 18, 2026

Research Assistant Position in MRI and computation modeling

by Z S

Dear all, Dr. Sha’s lab (https://shazhiqiang.wixsite.com/sha-lab) at the University of South Carolina is seeking *a full-time Research Assistant (computation-focused)*. Our lab is affiliated with the Carolina Autism & Neurodevelopment Center, the Institute for Mind & Brain, and working closely with the McCausland Center for Brain Imaging in Columbia, the center of SC Metropolitan Statistical Area. Our lab explores the mechanisms of atypical brain development and neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., autism spectrum disorders) by leveraging computation modeling to bridge neural circuitry, exposure (e.g., early life adversity) and psychopathological phenotypes, and treatment outcomes. These innovative projects will leverage state-of-the-art computational models and deep learning algorithms, supported by the Brain Imaging Center (with 3T and high-field 7T MRI scanners) and the Biobehavioral Research Center. This position provides an excellent opportunity for a motivated student to gain hands-on experience with neuroimaging (e.g., MRI) and computational modeling (e.g., deep learning models), making it ideal preparation for a future graduate or medical career. Research Assistant will be actively involved in the scientific process and are encouraged to contribute meaningfully to publications. We fully support assistants in leading first-author research projects and presenting their work at international conferences. Duties: · Computational modeling, construct deep learning models · MRI data processing, analysis; present results and publish papers · Manage daily administrative operations of the lab (e.g., scheduling and communication) Requirements: · Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science (e.g., computer science, neuroscience, engineering, biostatistics, biomedical engineering and etc.) · Experience with clinical and MRI data collection and data analysis. · Candidates with coding experience are preferred. Please submit your CV to Dr. Zhiqiang Sha (zsha(a)mailbox.sc.edu)

Feb. 18, 2026

[ICANN 2026] - Paper Submission is Now Open!

by matteo.zavatteri＠unipd.it

====================================================================== ICANN 2026 - Paper Submission is Now Open! ====================================================================== 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 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. Conference Dates: September 14 to September 17, 2026 Conference Venue: Conference center of the School of Psychology, University of Padua, Padua, Italy Conference Webpage: https://e-nns.org/icann2026/ Important Dates: - Paper Submission Open: 18 February 2026 - 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 List of Special Sessions: - Explainable Neurosymbolic AI (X-NeSy) - Perception frontiers with neuromorphic methods - Advances in Artificial Intelligence, Remote Sensing and Signal Processing for Urban and Earth Applications - Complexity, Robustness, and Accuracy of Neural Networks - Neural Networks for Graphs and Beyond (NN4G+ 2026) - Advances and Challenges in Predictive AI for Biomedical Data Analysis - Multimodal data fusion with large language models - Spiking Neural Networks and Neuromorphic Computing Submission Guideline: https://e-nns.org/icann2026/submission/ For questions, please contact: icann2026(a)e-nns.org -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Davide Rigoni and Matteo Zavatteri Communicator Chairs On behalf of the General Chairs: Alessio Micheli, Nicolò Navarin, and Alessandro Villa --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Feb. 18, 2026

by steven gouveia

Dear All, You are welcome to attend the 25th rTAIM Online Seminar, with the participation of RICARDO RAMÍREZ-BARRANTES (Universidad Andrés Bello, Chile), 25 February 2026, 5:00pm - 6:30pm (Lisbon Time) via Microsoft Teams with the title “The Role of AI in Medicine: Computer Vision and Digital Pathology in Cancer Diagnosis". Link available: https://philevents.org/event/show/145446 or https://trustaimedicine.weebly.com/rtaim-seminars.html Or: * Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/3139972006182?p=djrYRrda46zjYxUOH1 * ID Teams: 313 997 200 618 2 * Password: 8Qw7wS2R Call for Abstracts (Conferences): * 6th International Conference on Philosophy of Mind: Artificial Intelligence (6ICPH) 4-8 May 2026 (4-5 May, Online | 6-8 May, in-person), Faculty of Arts and Humanities, University of Porto (Portugal) is now open until the 29 March 2026. Link: https://philevents.org/event/show/143946 * Keynotes Speakers (confirmed): Anil Seth (Uni. Sussex), Diana I. Pérez (Uni Buenos Aires), Paul Thagard (Uni. Waterloo), Gloria Andrada (CSIC, Madrid), Miguel Pais-Vieira (Uni. Aveiro), Ângela Leite (Catholic Uni. Portugal) and Marina Trakas (CONICET | Uni. Lisbon) * 5th International Conference on Ethics of Artificial Intelligence (5ICEAI) 22-26 June 2026 (23-23 June, Online | 24-26 June, in-person), Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences of the University of Zagreb (Croatia) is now open until the 15 May 2026. Link: https://philevents.org/event/show/145717 * Keynotes Speakers (confirmed): Roman V. Yampolskiy (Uni. Louisville), Emily E. Sullivan (Uni. Edinburgh), Vincent Blok (Wageningen Uni., Erasmus Uni. Rotterdam, 4TU Ethics), Siobhain Lash (West Virginia Uni.), Srećko Gajović (Uni. Zagreb), Devon Schiller (Uni. Vienna), Saša Horvat (Uni. Rijeka) Full information here: https://trustaimedicine.weebly.com/6icph.html and https://trustaimedicine.weebly.com/5iceai.html Forthcoming Books (pre-order): * “The Palgrave Handbook on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence”, Palgrave. Info: https://link.springer.com/book/9783032151117. * “AI Ethics Explored: A Multidisciplinary Approach”, Bloomsbury. Info: https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/ai-ethics-explored-9781350543126. Sincerely yours, RTAIM Team

Feb. 18, 2026

Postdoctoral position in Development and Egocentric Vision.

by Bonnen, Kathryn

Postdoctoral position in Development and Egocentric Vision. The Training Program in Integrative Developmental Processes at Indiana University invites applications for a T32-funded postdoctoral fellowship in Bloomington, Indiana. We seek highly motivated individuals interested in research at the intersection of development, vision science, and computer vision. The postdoctoral fellow will join a collaborative research environment dedicated to understanding developmental processes through egocentric vision in natural tasks, using advanced computational methods and multimodal datasets to advance developmental theory. Indiana University offers a highly interdisciplinary training environment with exceptional career development and mentoring opportunities. The position will be jointly mentored by Dr. Rowan Candy, whose research integrates behavioral, optical, and neuroscientific approaches to study typical and atypical visual development; and Dr. Kathryn Bonnen, a computational neuroscientist specializing in visuomotor coordination in natural tasks. The broader research community includes faculty from Computer Science (Dr. David Crandall, Dr. Zoran Tiganj), Informatics (Dr. Justin Wood, Dr. Samantha Wood), and Psychological and Brain Sciences (Dr. Linda Smith, Dr. Joshua W. Brown, Dr. Ehren Newman). Applicants should have strong computational skills and a background in one or more of the following areas: developmental science, vision science, neuroscience, motor control, computer science, psychology, or related fields. Eligibility: U.S. citizens or permanent residents who currently hold a doctoral degree or will have met all doctoral program requirements before enrolling. Applicants should send a cover letter describing their motivation for applying and a curriculum vitae to: Dr. Rowan Candy (rcandy(a)iu.edu<mailto:rcandy@iu.edu>) Dr. Kathryn Bonnen (kbonnen(a)iu.edu<mailto:kbonnen@iu.edu>) Position is available immediately and will remain open until filled. -- Kathryn Bonnen Assistant Professor, School of Optometry Indiana University kbonnen(a)iu.edu<mailto:kbonnen@iu.edu> https://bonnenlab.github.io

Feb. 17, 2026

Applications Open – 2026 Eresfjord Summer School in Computational Neuroscience

by Ines Samengo

Applications are now *open* for the 2026 Eresfjord Summer School in Mathematical Methods in Computational Neuroscience, which will take place from July 6–24, 2026. The school provides in-depth training in mathematical and theoretical methods widely used in computational neuroscience, including: Information theory and statistical inference Statistical mechanics of neural networks Network dynamics Dimensionality reduction Applications to sensory and motor systems, navigation, and memory The program is primarily intended for PhD students, but advanced Master’s students (who will have defended before July 2026) and first-year postdoctoral researchers are also welcome to apply. There are no registration fees. Accommodation and meals will be covered for all selected participants. *Attendance for the full duration of the school is mandatory*. *Application deadline: March 15, 2026* Notifications will be sent by the end of April 2026. More information and the application form are available at: *https://www.compneuronrsn.org/ <https://www.compneuronrsn.org/>*

Feb. 17, 2026

Post-doc Postion at Computational Neuroscience Division (ULPGC)

by Carmen Paz Suárez Araujo

Dear colleagues, I’m writing you to share an opportunity for obtaining a postdoctoral position The Marie Curie Chair in Computational Neuroscience at the Institute of Cybernetics, Enterprise and Society (Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria), led by Prof. Carmen Paz Suárez Araujo, is inviting applications for a postdoctoral position. This is a one-and-a-half-year, non-tenure-track position. Duties will involve research and supervision activities in the following areas: 1) neuro-AI; 2) determination of new functional biomarkers for Alzheimer's disease (AD) and other cortical dementias; and 3) intelligent decision systems for the diagnosis and prognosis of AD. The Marie Curie Chair is seeking outstanding candidates who have received a PhD in Computer Engineering, Electronic and Telecommunications Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Physics, or a related discipline. Titles obtained outside of Spain require validation or homologation certificates. Salary: €2,218.52 per month. The probable start date is 1 April 2026. Candidates will be graded on their merits up to a maximum of 10 points (3.5 for professional experience, 3.5 for scientific merits, 1.5 for additional knowledge and experience, and 1.5 for language proficiency). Certificates to justify these merits are mandatory. A job interview will be held with the three candidates who are ranked highest. To apply, please visit https://fpctserver.upe.ulpgc.es/convocatorias/index.php?lang=es Best Regards Prof. Carmen Paz Suárez Araujo

Feb. 17, 2026

Applications Open: BAMB! 2026, Barcelona Summer School for Advanced Modeling of Behavior

by manuel molano

Dear colleagues, We are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 6th edition of the Barcelona Summer School for Advanced Modeling of Behavior (BAMB! 2026). * Dates: July 12–23, 2026 * Location: Barcelona, Spain * Application Deadline: 6 March 2026 (midnight Pacific Time) * Apply at: www.bambschool.org BAMB! is an intensive two-week training program for PhD students and early-career researchers in cognitive science, computational neuroscience, and Neuro-AI who possess a strong computational background. For this new edition, we have reformulated the curriculum to address the rapid transformations currently occurring in computational neuroscience, ensuring the course remains at the cutting edge of advanced modeling. The school combines lectures, hands-on tutorials, and group projects to provide both the conceptual foundations and technical skills for the advanced modeling and analysis of behavior. The school is organized by the Centre de Recerca Matemàtica (CRM). Who should apply: The course is intended for PhD students and postdocs in cognitive, systems, and computational neuroscience with a solid background in computational or quantitative analysis. Proficiency in Python is required. We seek a diverse blend of experimentalists and theoreticians. A limited number of travel and childcare grants will be available. Scientists from underrepresented groups and countries are especially encouraged to apply. Topics covered: * Modeling fundamentals * Decision-making * Foraging and sequential decision-making * Reinforcement learning * Structure learning * Complex motor behaviors and time series Organizers: Alex Hyafil (CRM), Marion Rouault (CNRS, Paris Brain Institute), Heike Stein (CNRS, Sorbonne), Chris Summerfield (Oxford), Klaus Wimmer (CRM), Tarryn Balsdon (CNRS, ENS-PSL), Nisheet Patel (Axy), Manuel Molano-Mazón (UPC), Diksha Gupta (UCL), and Nuria Hernández (CRM). Keynotes: Megan Peters (UCI) and Marcelo Mattar (NYU). Guest Faculty: Mehdi Khamassi (ISIR, Sorbonne University) and Charley Wu (TU Darmstadt). We would be grateful if you could forward this announcement to interested students and colleagues. Best regards, The BAMB! 2026 Organizing Team info(a)bambschool.org @bamb-school.bsky.social ________________________________

Feb. 17, 2026

Reminder: Call for Application: Systems Vision Science Virtual Summer School & Symposium: July 8th – July 31st, 2026

by Pavlovic, Maria

Systems Vision Science Virtual Summer School & Symposium: July 8th - July 31st, 2026 -------------------------------- Applications are invited for a <https://summerschool.lizhaoping.org/virtual-systems-vision-science-summer-s chool-symposium-2024/> virtual edition of the Systems Vision Science Summer School and Symposium that took place in Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics in Tuebingen, Germany in August 2023 <https://summerschool.lizhaoping.org/editions-in-previous-years/> and August 2025 and virtual in 2024. This year, the virtual edition enables students to attend from afar by formal lectures via Zoom and informal and social communications via a Slack channel. Systems Vision Science combines computational, behavioral, and neuroscience methods to discover functions and algorithms for vision in various brain regions and their implementations in neural circuits. This summer school is designed for everyone interested in gaining a systems level understanding of biological vision. We plan a coherent, graduate-level, syllabus on the integration of experimental data with theory and models. The syllabus content will be very similar to the edition in 2024 <https://summerschool.lizhaoping.org/points-policies-prizes/> . Experience or knowledge in (A) computational methods, (B) visual psychophysics, and (C) vision neuroscience, is not required. However, experience in at least one of (A), (B), and (C), and a readiness to learn, is expected. The Summer School will be followed by a Systems Vision Science Virtual Symposium on July 31st. All admitted summer school students will be invited to attend this symposium and are encouraged to submit for a presentation at the symposium. The symposium will also feature two invited keynote presentations. A certificate of completion of the summer school course will be provided after the student's successful completion of the summer school. -------------------------------- Important Dates: March 28, 2026 Deadline for applications April 10, 2026 Notification of acceptance April 27, 2026 Registration fees due July 8 - Virtual Systems Vision Science Summer School takes place July 30, 2026 (formal lectures via Zoom and informal and social communications via a Slack channel) July 31, 2026 Virtual Systems Vision Science Symposium takes place (3 -7 pm German time) -------------------------------- Please click here <https://summerschool.lizhaoping.org/application-virtual-svs/> to find more details and to apply by March 28, 2026. Summer School admission will be based on interest/motivation and prior knowledge/experience of the applicants, and on how much the applicants could benefit from participation. Please direct inquiries to svs.summerschool(a)tue.mpg.de <mailto:svs.summerschool@tue.mpg.de> -------------------------------- Organizing Team Li Zhaoping Maria Pavlovic Vladislav Aksiotis Franziska Lohrmann Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics University of Tuebingen <http://www.lizhaoping.org> www.lizhaoping.org

Feb. 17, 2026