Passecker Lab - Systems Neuroscience

We are intrigued by the question of how our brains arrive at decisions—decisions that emerge from sometimes complex thought processes shaped by our experiences and environment. These underlying thought processes, when disrupted, can lead to symptoms similar to those seen in severe neuropsychiatric disorders, such as schizophrenia. To investigate the information processing in prefrontal neuronal pathways that underlie cognitive decision-making, we apply advanced machine learning, behavioural modelling, and primarily digital neural probes.

Scientific methods offered to the student

Students will learn about:

• Neurokraken, open flexible behavioural platform
• Behavioural Neuroscience
• Electrophysiology
• Data Analysis & Behavioural and Neural Modelling

Lab visit details

• Duration: open
• Period: open
• Required language skills: English
• Costs covered by the hosting lab: research material, consumables
• Costs covered by the selected students: Travel & Accomodation; If a student is member of a university part of the Eurolife Network, costs may be in part covered by the scholarships. See https://eurolifeuniversities.org/ for more information.

Application details

Required documents and format: It is recommended to first contact the PI about the project and visit feasibility with the CV and a short description of the visit/project plan, with the current PI in cc. Passport copy and visa if applicable will be needed as well.

Application process: see above

Applications should be sent to: Johannes Passecker, Johannes.passecker@i-med.ac.at