Laboratory for Neuro- and Psychophysiology

Visiting students will observe functional imaging and electrophysiological experiments, and engage in discussions with PhD and postdoctoral students.

Scientific methods offered to the student

Students will learn about:

• MRI in nonhuman primates
• Behavioural experiments in nonhuman primates
• Electrophysiology in nonhuman primates
• Electrical microstimulation and optogenetics in nonhuman primates

Lab visit details

• Duration: 2-3 days
• Period: January-June 2025 and September-December 2025
• Required language skills: English
• Costs covered by the hosting lab: Research material
• Costs covered by the selected students: Travel costs and accommodation

Application details

• Required documents and format: Please include the following information in your application: Name of current supervisor, CV, Skills list, Recommendation letter, Copy of passport, Recent TB test (< 6 months old, needs to be negative)
• Application process: Applicants will have a Zoom session with Wim Vanduffel
• Applications should be sent to: Wim Vanduffel, wim.vanduffel@kuleuven.be