(19-28 November 2025) EITN EBRAINS Fall School in Computational Neuroscience 2025

The 2025 EBRAINS Fall School in Computational Neuroscience is a 10-day course designed for Master’s and PhD students and postdocs interested in advancing their knowledge in theoretical and computational neuroscience. This year’s school will take place in the beautiful city of Marseille, France. It will focus on topics ranging from cellular models to whole-brain simulations, including the use of cutting-edge simulation environments for model building.

Course Overview:

• Cellular Models & Brain Signals

• Circuit Models and Networks

• Mean-Field Models

• Whole-Brain Models

The course will consist of a combination of lectures, tutorials, and group projects. Each day will be dedicated to a different thematic area, with morning sessions for lectures and tutorials, and afternoon group projects. Evenings will be free for networking and exploring Marseille.

Organizers:

Damien Depannemaecker (AMU), Alain Destexhe (CNRS), Viktor Jirsa (AMU)

Local Committee: 

Daniela Janeva, Chloé Duprat, Gabriele Casagrande, Giacomo Preti

Why Join?

• Intensive Training: Learn from leading researchers across Europe.

• Hands-on Learning: Work on practical projects with guidance from expert tutors.

• Collaborative Environment: Join a small group of like-minded students from various institutions.

• Exclusive Scholarships: 5 IBRO scholarships for students from low-income or middle-income countries, covering the full cost of attendance.

Application Process:

Deadline: June 4, 2025 (Anywhere on Earth)

Documents Required:

• CV

• Cover Letter: Explain how this course aligns with your research interests and current projects. Specifically include if you would need the IBRO scholarship, and elaborate why.

• Letter of Recommendation

Please send your application materials to eitn2025@proton.me using the following naming format: LASTNAME_CV, LASTNAME_ML, LASTNAME_RL (in PDF format).

The deadline is June 4, anywhere on Earth.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Selection Criteria:

Applicants must be currently working or studying in neuroscience or a related field.

Experience in Python programming is helpful but not mandatory. Priority will be given to PhD students, though Master’s students and post-docs are also encouraged to apply.

The selection of 28 students will be based on the potential impact the school will have on their current and future projects.

Financial Information:

• Registration Fees: Free 

The school provides coffee breaks and lunch, however, dinner, accommodation, travel, and other expenses are not included.

• IBRO Scholarships: Fellowship Application Information

We are pleased to offer five IBRO-funded fellowships to support students with financial need in attending the EITN-EBRAINS School in Computational Neuroscience. These fellowships aim to enhance diversity and accessibility by covering travel and living expenses for selected participants. 

What the Fellowship Covers 

Each fellowship provides financial support for: 

• Travel: Up to 1,000 € for a return flight 

• Accommodation: Up to 10 nights at 100 € per night, including breakfast 

• Daily allowance: 20 € per day for 10 days (lunch is provided as part of the school programme) 

Eligibility criteria

Fellowship applicants must reside in a country classified as low-income to upper-middle income according to the World Bank Classification, with priority given to low-income countries. Following IBRO terms and conditions, applications from North Korea, Syria, Venezuela, Iran, Cuba, and Russia cannot be considered.

Eligibility will be determined based on the applicant’s country of residence rather than their country of birth, as this more accurately reflects their current access to education and financial resources.

Application process

In addition to their general application documents, we ask applicants to submit a Financial Needs Statement (max. 1 page) explaining their current funding situation, financial barriers preventing their participation, any other sources of support they have applied for, and why this fellowship is essential for their attendance.

Fellowship Selection criteria

Eligible applications will be evaluated based on their financial need statement, country priority, and the general selection criteria for the School (academic merit and impact on career). Following diversity considerations, fellowships will be awarded with priority given to underrepresented genders and underrepresented regions. 

A detailed Application Guideline for Fellowships will be made available soon. 

The deadline for fellowship applications is June 4, anywhere on earth.

Programme:

To be announced soon

Venue Information:

Aix-Marseille Université
Jardin du Pharo, 
58 Boulevard Charles Livon, 
13007 Marseille