News archiveLatest newsEdinburgh Neuroscience Public Christmas Lecture 2013 - LIVE STREAM TODAYDec 17, 2013 'Folding and Unfolding: The Molecular Origami of Dementia'. This talk will be livestreamed by the British Neuroscience Association. To join via livestream click here. Take part in the Openness on Animal Research Concordat consultationDec 11, 2013 In 2012, more than 40 organisations involved with life science in the UK signed a Declaration on Openness on Animal Research. They developed a Concordat that sets out how they will be more open about the ways in which they use animals in scientific, medical or veterinary research in the UK. Psychiatry meets criminology: UK Brazil workshop - Applications now being acceptedDec 11, 2013 This workshop aims to bring together early career psychiatrists, psychologists, and criminologists to develop ideas and collaborations for integrated bio-social research on the development of antisocial behaviour through the life course. Cambridge Neuroscience Seminar 2014 - 'Brain Science and Mental Health'Dec 11, 2013 Cambridge Neuroscience is pleased to announce the 26th Cambridge Neuroscience Seminar, hosted for the first time by the Department of Psychiatry, on Friday 14th March 2014, in the Department of Engineering, Cambridge. Registration opens next week! Applications for SET for Britain 2014. Application deadline 20th December 2013.Dec 5, 2013 SET for BRITAIN will be held in the House of Commons on Monday, 17th March 2014 during National Science and Engineering Week 2014. Applications are invited from early-stage and early-career research scientists, engineers, mathematicians and technologists who wish to exhibit posters. Sussex Neuroscience 4-Year PhD Programme - applications now being takenDec 3, 2013 The aim of the Sussex Neuroscience 4-Year PhD Programme is to provide a broader research training in Neuroscience than is possible in a traditional 3-year PhD. We also encourage interdisciplinarity by making it possible for students with a background in psychological or physical sciences to transition to Neuroscience. The 2013 Paykel LectureDec 3, 2013 Please find details for the Department of Psychiatry's 2013 Paykel Lecture due to be held on Thursday December 19th at 5pm. Protein released from cells triggers chain reactions that could cause Alzheimer’s diseaseDec 2, 2013 Cambridge Neuroscience researchers have shown that tiny quantities of the protein tau can be enough to kick-start an aggregation process which may explain the onset of Alzheimer’s in the brain. Modafinil reduces depression’s severity when taken with antidepressantsDec 2, 2013 Cambridge Neuroscience researchers believe findings could help the many individuals for whom anti-depressants offer little or no relief. Synaesthesia is more common in autismDec 2, 2013 People with autism are more likely to also have synaesthesia, suggests new research in the journal Molecular Autism. Bombing the brain!Dec 2, 2013 Neurochemical warfare, how serving in Afghanistan can leave mental scars plus brainwashing to tweak belief systems. Cambridge Neuroscience Elections 2013 - Voting closes at MidnightNov 26, 2013 In response to the call for candidates for election to the Cambridge Neuroscience Representative Forum, please find details of all nominated candidates here. Register now for the 2014 Rotman Research Institute neuroscience conference in Toronto, Canada.Nov 7, 2013 This conference will bring together internationally renowned neuroscientists, clinicians and future scientists to address the cognitive and neural basis of memory in health and disease. Professor Colin Blakemore Talk TODAY, Clinical School, LunchtimeNov 1, 2013 The Cambridge Neurological Society (CNS) is proud to welcome you all to a talk by Colin Blakemore, former Chief Executive of the MRC, Professor of Neuroscience and Philosophy for the University of London and Emeritus Professor of Neuroscience at the University of Oxford. Exciting Events at Edinburgh NeuroscienceNov 1, 2013 Different, upcoming events in Edinburgh that may be of interest to Cambridge Neuroscientists (including a meeting specially for undergraduates). The Science of FearNov 1, 2013 What is happening in our brain when we watch horror movies? Dr Annette Brühl met with the BBC to explain. Building bright new homes for old drugsNov 1, 2013 Dr David Cavalla of Numedicus, through a joint affiliation with the Department of Pharmacology and Cambridge Enterprise, is leading an initiative to bring the benefits of drug repurposing to University of Cambridge researchers. Andy Calder, 1965-2013Nov 1, 2013 Cambridge Neuroscience was very sad to learn of the unexpected death of Andy Calder from the MRC CBU on the last weekend of October 2013. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family friends and colleagues. Patient in ‘vegetative state’ not just aware, but paying attentionNov 1, 2013 Cambridge Neuroscience research raises possibility of devices in the future to help some patients in a vegetative state interact with the outside world. Junior-level tenure track faculty position in Neurobiology at NYUNov 1, 2013 The Department of Biology and Center for Neural Science at New York University invite applications for a junior-level tenure track faculty position from candidates with research programs in neurobiology. Internal Funding Call: Isaac Newton Trust / Wellcome Trust ISSF / University of Cambridge Joint Research Grants SchemeOct 31, 2013 The objective of the scheme is to provide small research grants to the new lecturers to develop projects leading to a full application for external funding. HIP HOP PSYCH - 'Demystifying mental illness through authentic beats and lyrics' - Event 21st NovemberOct 31, 2013 For this event, HIP HOP PSYCH Co-Founders Dr Akeem Sule & Dr Becky Inkster will be focusing on dissecting and analysing a range of hip hop lyrics from different artists - such as Eminem, Tupac, Kendrick Lamar and J Cole - in order to demystify mental health. University of Cambridge Wellcome Trust Senior Internships for Interdisciplinary ResearchOct 31, 2013 The scheme is aimed at suitably qualified post-doctoral candidates with backgrounds in the physical sciences (incl. engineering, mathematics and computer sciences) who wish to gain experience in the application of their research to solve problems in the basic biological and biomedical sciences. Imaging study shows dopamine dysfunction is not the main cause of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)Oct 29, 2013 Research suggests that the main cause of the disorder may lie instead in structural differences in the grey matter in the brain. Glia Club 2014 line up - Returns on Monday 3rd March!Oct 29, 2013 The Glia Club will take place on the first Monday of every month in the seminar room of the Herchel Smith Building from 5-7pm. Proposals invited for Dr Hadwen Trust Grants - Biology of Human DiseaseOct 25, 2013 The Dr Hadwen Trust (DHT) is pleased to announce that our latest call for grant applications is currently open. ESRC Impact Acceleration Account (IAA) Pilot Programme: Invitations to Bid for Funding - Closing Date 31st October 2013Oct 25, 2013 Applications are invited for support for impact activities which may be funded under the ESRC Impact Acceleration Account (IAA) Pilot Programme. Alzheimer's Research UK ConferenceOct 25, 2013 The Alzheimer's Research UK Annual Conference is to be held at Said Business School, Oxford, March 25th-26th 2014. Can we make a fake brain?Oct 25, 2013 How do prosthetic limbs work? Can you train your brain? And is a brain transplant possible? Dr Andrew Lin to deliver talk in Cambridge - 6th November 2013Oct 24, 2013 Dr Andrew Lin from the University of Oxford will be delivering a seminar on Wednesday 6th November at 12.00 in the Hodgkin Huxley Room in the Physiology Building. Multidisciplinary Exchange Fellowship workshop - Drug DiscoveryOct 16, 2013 The Royal Society of Chemistry will host a 2-day residential workshop that will bring together current researchers across the life sciences (chemistry, biology, clinical) to share their scientific expertise, expand their knowledge of drug discovery and develop new networks and skills. Do you receive MRC funding? Do you know about Researchfish?Oct 16, 2013 Research outcomes for all PIs who have received MRC funding since 2006 must be uploaded to Researchfish by 14th Nov 2013. "Specification and Development of Neural Circuitry" Thursday 12th December 2013, Trinity Hall, CambridgeOct 16, 2013 Very Few Places left: The focus of this one day symposium is the development of neural networks, from neurogenesis to the formation of circuits underlying behaviour. Cambridge neuroscientists lead brain injury research that could benefit millionsOct 15, 2013 Over a million people in Europe who suffer traumatic brain injuries every year could benefit from a study led by world-renowned Cambridge and Belgian neuroscience centres. Invitation to the 20th birthday of Science magazine! RSVP todayOct 15, 2013 You and a guest are invited to join AAAS Science international in celebrating two decades of transforming the representation of global science for the Science journal and AAAS. Barts Neuroscience Symposium - 12th February 2014Oct 11, 2013 This one day student led symposium will bring together students and top academics from across the country, giving students the opportunity to present their work in the neurosciences and hear from some of the best researchers in the field. People who are addicted to pornography show similar brain activity to alcoholics or drug addicts.Oct 11, 2013 MRI scans of test subjects who admitted to compulsive pornography use showed that the reward centres of the brain reacted to seeing explicit material in the same way as an alcoholic’s might on seeing a drinks advert. Do you work in Parkinson’s Disease research?Oct 11, 2013 A new grant is available (MRC Technology and Parkinson's UK) to support research into new antibody and small molecule drug targets for the disease-modifying treatment of or alleviation of symptoms associated with Parkinson's disease. Closing date for applications is 28th October. See Barbara Sahakian speaking about Smart Drugs during OctoberOct 10, 2013 Professor Barbara Sahakian from the Department of Psychiatry will be speaking at a number of Public events during October. Cocaine use may suppress the immune systemOct 9, 2013 A study, led by Cambridge Neuroscientist Dr Karen Ersche, shows that cocaine-dependent men have heightened physical and biological warning; reactions to visual cues that convey a risk of infection, such as rotten food and dirty toilets. Is technology tweaking our brains? - Latest Naked Neuroscience Podcast available now!Oct 9, 2013 Toddlers addicted to smart phones, speaking to a cyborg, computers that predict emotion, electrically inducing human creativity and is technology widening the inequality gap? Transforming you and your enterpriseOct 9, 2013 The University of Cambridge’s Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning cordially invites you to attend a special networking event. The Science Media Centre - Introduction to the News Media - Wednesday October 30th 2013Oct 8, 2013 The Science Media Centre would like to invite you to a special Introduction to the News Media event for mental health and neuroscience researchers. Annual BNA awards - Deadline for nominations is October 31st, 2013Oct 8, 2013 Do you know an undergraduate and a postgraduate who has made a significant contribution to neuroscience and should be nominated for the annual BNA awards? BNA Christmas Symposium - The Musical Brain - Monday 16th December, 2013Oct 8, 2013 The BNA have teamed up with the Sainsbury Wellcome Centre at University College London to present this year's seasonal symposium which features a top line-up of speakers who will explore our musical brains. Join the British Neuroscience AssociationOct 8, 2013 The BNA is the largest neuroscience society in the UK with nearly 1800 members covering the breadth of neuroscience from the lab to the clinic. 2 day symposium - Astrocytes in Health and Neurodegenerative Disease - 28th-29th April 2014Oct 8, 2013 Registration is now open for this focused meeting, which is being jointly hosted by the Biochemical Society and the British Neuroscience Association and will take place in London in April 2014. BNA symposium: 'Optogenetics - Controlling the Brain with Light' 3rd April 2014Oct 8, 2013 This symposium is particularly suitable for post-graduates and early career scientists in the fields of neuroscience, bioengineering, physics, physiology and pharmacology from UK and overseas. Researchers uncover 48 new genetic variants associated with multiple sclerosisOct 1, 2013 Scientists from the International Multiple Sclerosis Genetics Consortium, with the UK research led by Cambridge Neuroscientists, have discovered 48 new genetic variants that are associated with multiple sclerosis. Have your say on improving dementia research - Take part!Oct 1, 2013 The Department of Health is inviting people to give their views about dementia research in the run-up to the G8 dementia summit on 11 December. Rising Stars communication skills - November 6th 2013Oct 1, 2013 The next Rising Stars communication skills course for early career researchers starts on 6th November. The deadline for applications will be 23rd October. Drug developed in Cambridge approved for treatment of multiple sclerosisSep 19, 2013 Approval concludes nearly 40-year epic journey from fundamental research to discovery of an effective treatment for active relapsing multiple sclerosis. 4th Biennial Cambridge Neuroscience Symposium - Thank you and Naked Scientist coverageSep 19, 2013 Thank you to all who participated in our 4th Biennial Cambridge Neuroscience Symposium. If you missed out on the special edition of the BBC Naked Scientist radio show to commemorate the event, please take a listen here. Cambridge Neuroscience Public LectureSep 7, 2013 Come along to the next Cambridge Neuroscience Public Programme which will take place as part of the 'Ion Channels in Health and Disease' symposium. THE LIMBIC BRAIN (2-day neuroanatomy course) – November 2013Aug 27, 2013 Details of this new neuroanatomy course that will be held at UCL in November, focusing on the anatomy of emotion, memory and behaviour. Conversation Without Words: TEDx Oxbridge talk now availableAug 22, 2013 Earlier in the Summer, Professor Nicky Clayton and Clive Wilkins presented their talk, "Conversation Without Words", at the TEDx Oxbridge "Timeless Ideas" event. Breastfeeding may reduce Alzheimer’s riskAug 12, 2013 A new study suggests that mothers who breastfeed run a lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s, with longer periods of breastfeeding further reducing the risk. Autism affects different parts of the brain in women and menAug 12, 2013 Cambridge Neuroscientists at the Autism Research Centre used magnetic resonance imaging to examine whether autism affects the brain of males and females in a similar or different way. Brain disorders cost the UK an estimated £112 billion (€134 billion) annually - more than the GDP of New ZealandAug 12, 2013 Every year disorders of the brain, including dementia, stroke, and mental health issues, cost the UK an estimated £112 billion* (€134 billion) Professor Barbara Sahakian elected President of the International Neuroethics SocietyAug 12, 2013 Congratulations to Professor Barbara Sahakian on becoming President of the International Neuroethics Society. NC3Rs is launching the CRACK IT Challenges - up to £1M available per challengeAug 12, 2013 One of the challenges 'UnTangle' requires the development of an iPS cell neuronal network platform to assay tau spread and pathology for Alzheimer's disease drug development (sponsored by Alzheimer’s Research UK and Lilly). £10m funding boost for mental health research in CambridgeshireAug 12, 2013 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust (CPFT) is hosting the study, supported by the Universities of Cambridge and East Anglia. The skinny on cocaineAug 12, 2013 New research suggests chronic cocaine use causes profound metabolic changes, reducing the body’s ability to store fat. Cell clue could help earlier diagnosis of Parkinson's DiseaseAug 12, 2013 Targeting poor housekeeping in cells could lead to new treatments for Parkinson’s disease, new research reveals. Volunteers required for Cambridge Neuroscience Symposium - Free Registration providedAug 12, 2013 Would you like to attend the 4th Biennial Cambridge Neuroscience Symposium, 'Ion Channels in Health and Disease' for free? Dr Claire Gillan features on BBC3 documentary talking about OCDAug 8, 2013 Dr Claire Gillan, a Research Associate in the Department of Psychology features on BBC3 documentary Inside My Mind talking about OCD - catch it on iPlayer. EOI invited to take part in the R&D phase of ‘Of Mice and Men’, a WT supported projectAug 8, 2013 Animate Projects has recently been awarded a Small Arts Award by the WT to research and develop a new art and science project that partners scientists working at the intersection of veterinary and human biomedical science with artists working with animation. How do cells know what they will be when they grow up?Aug 8, 2013 In Naked Scientist's question of the week, 5 yr old Georgia asks how did the cells in her mum's tummy know to make her brain cells? Internal Funding Call: Joint projects between the British Antarctic Survey and University of CambridgeAug 8, 2013 In order to stimulate ideas for a new Innovation Centre for the Environment, UCam and BAS are now launching this call for short bids for innovative collaborative projects. Tickling your Brain - Naked Neuroscience Podcast available for downloadAug 8, 2013 Rats being tickled, a visit to the laughter clinic, and a toddler's favourite joke. This month, Naked Neuroscience uncovers the brain basis of funny! Girls with anorexia have elevated autistic traitsAug 7, 2013 Girls with anorexia nervosa show a mild echo of the characteristics of autism, suggests new research in the journal Molecular Autism. Congratulations to Mr Peter Hutchinson on his appointment as NIHR Research Professor in NeurosurgeryAug 7, 2013 This is a prestigious personal fellowship awarded by the NIHR (National Institute of Health Research) to academics with an outstanding record of clinical and applied health research. Amateur photographer required for Cambridge Neuroscience SymposiumAug 7, 2013 Would you like to attend the 4th Biennial Cambridge Neuroscience Symposium, 'Ion Channels in Health and Disease'? We are looking for a conference photographer. Free registration and ticket to gala reception and dinner will be provided. Multiple sclerosis treatments that repair damage to the brain could be developed thanks to new researchJul 24, 2013 A study has shed light on how cells are able to regenerate protective sheaths around nerve fibres in the brain. We ask the experts: will robots take over the world?Jul 24, 2013 Robots can do a lot for us but do advances in robotics and artificial intelligence hold hidden threats? Three leaders in their fields, including Cambridge Neuroscientist Daniel Wolpert, answer questions about our relationships with robots. ESRC announces Future Research Leaders schemeJul 24, 2013 Proposals are welcome in any topic which falls within ESRC’s remit, but ESRC particularly encourages applications that explore innovative research methods and those that fall within the RCUK cross-Council research themes - EOI due on August 4th 2013. The Science of Schizophrenia - this week on Naked ScientistJul 19, 2013 What do sufferers of schizophrenia experience, and why? Might the immune system be to blame? And could an avatar be the answer to treatment? This week the Naked Scientists delve deep into the brain circuitry behind one of the most common psychiatric conditions. Professor Barbara Sahakian in interview with Kate McAllisterJul 19, 2013 Professor Sahakian took some time out from her work to speak to us about decision making in the real world, in business and in mental health, as well as her thoughts on the future of mental health research and the role of women in science. What's going on in his head?Jul 16, 2013 James Piercy suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2011. Join him tonight on a journey of recovery to the heart of his grey matter. Identifying behavioural functions for genes has produced a key resource for neuroscience researchJul 15, 2013 Bill Schafer’s group have developed methods for observing the behavioural phenotypes of the nematode, and from this have generated the largest phenotype database for the nematode to date. Congratulations Dr Petra Vértes on award of MRC FellowshipJul 15, 2013 Dr Petra Vértes from the Department of Psychiatry has recently been awarded a Fellowship by the Medical Research Council to extend her current work on modelling the development of complex brain networks. Congratulations to Dr Rickie Patani on award of Wellcome Trust Intermediate Clinical FellowshipJul 15, 2013 Congratulations to Dr Rickie Patani who has recently been awarded a 5 year Wellcome Trust Intermediate Clinical Fellowship for Clinician Scientists. The smell of food ‘wakes up’ the zebrafish visual systemJul 15, 2013 New research, published in Neuron, from Leon Lagnado’s group shows how food-related smells ‘re-tune’ zebrafish vision by making the retina more sensitive to moving objects, such as the prey that zebrafish eat. Allen Brain Atlas training workshops - Tomorrow - FREE - note venue change!Jul 11, 2013 Following on from the success of last year's workshop, Cambridge Neuroscience is please to host TWO FREE Allen Brain Atlas training workshops on Wednesday, July 17th 2013 from 09.30-12.00 (Adult and developing mouse brain, Psychology) and 13.00-15.00 (Adult and developing human brain, LMB). How does training affect free will?Jul 8, 2013 Dr Tristan Bekinschtein from the MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit discusses this question with Naked Neuroscientist, Dr Hannah Critchlow. Are you Addicted? - June episode of Naked Neuroscience - Listen now!Jul 8, 2013 Recovering from alcoholism via community creativity, goats high on psychedelics, cheeky monkeys on mojitos, and can expectant mothers drink? BNA call for nominations for National CommitteeJul 8, 2013 The BNA are calling for nominations for their National Committee. They are seeking active and committed individuals, with ideas and initiative, who will help drive the BNA forward. Eligible candidates must be current BNA members. Have you taken cognitive enhancing drugs? - BBC interview requestJul 8, 2013 The BBC would like to interview a student who has previously taken cognitive enhancing drugs, such as Modafinil or Ritalin. Congratulations to Dr Maria Herva-Moyano on NC3Rs David Sainsbury fellowhip awardJul 1, 2013 Dr Maria Herva-Moyano, has been awarded an NC3Rs David Sainsbury Fellowship, to develop a new screen for drugs to treat Parkinson’s disease, using a method which drastically reduces the number of animals used and looks for new cures from old drugs. Congratulations to Dr Stefano Pluchino from Department of Clinical NeurosciencesJul 1, 2013 Dr Stefano Pluchino has recently been awarded a grant from the Evelyn Trust for almost £0.25 million to investigate extracellular RNAs in Neuro-Immune reactions. New treatments for pain and MS being developed in open innovation programmeJun 26, 2013 Cambridge researchers are developing new therapies as part of a collaborative programme with industry at Stevenage Bioscience Catalyst (SBC), the UK’s first open innovation bioscience campus. Part II Neuroscience Exam successJun 24, 2013 Congratulations to Mr Luke Baxter, who received the prize for the highest mark overall, and to Mr John Chen, who received the prize for the best research project. Both prizes were sponsored by Cambridge Neuroscience. ‘Enhancing Functional Rehabilitation’ - seed grant funding availableJun 20, 2013 The aim of this initiative is to provide 12 months seed grant funding (Arthritis Research UK or National Innovation Centre) to support early stage, collaborative research projects to address this particular unmet healthcare need. Cambridge Neuroscientists, would you like to appear on TV talking about Neuroscience?Jun 17, 2013 A new TV Science show requires Neuroscience experts to comment briefly on the Neuroscience behind the experiments that they will perform on the show. The physiology of cryingJun 17, 2013 Cambridge Neuroscientist Professor Joe Herbert discusses the physiology that underlies an emotional breakdown. MRC CBU Open Day - open to all on Saturday 22nd JuneJun 17, 2013 You are invited to attend the MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit Open Day, which is being held as part of the MRC Centenary. The event will take place on Saturday 22nd June at Chaucer Road from 10am-4pm. MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology Open Day - Saturday 22nd JuneJun 17, 2013 The MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology is opening its doors to the public in a special one-off event to mark the opening of our spectacular new building on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus and to take part in the Medical Research Council's Centenary Open Week celebration. MRC Biostatistics Unit Open Day on 20th June 2013Jun 17, 2013 The MRC Biostatistics Unit will open its doors to the public on 20th June 2013. From 10.30am, displays and activities about the history, pioneers and discoveries of the MRC Biostatistics Unit will take place. PDN Masterclass - "Optogenetics in Neuroscience" - Wednesday 19th JuneJun 17, 2013 The second in the series of PDN Masterclasses & Techniques Colloquia will take place on Wednesday 19th at 5.30 pm in the tea room of the Gurdon Institute. Cambridge Neuroscience elects two new co-chairsJun 17, 2013 Cambridge Neuroscience is pleased to announce the election of its two new co-chairs, Professor William Harris from the Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience and Professor Ed Bullmore from the Department of Psychiatry. Members of Cambridge Neuroscience honoured.Jun 17, 2013 Professors Sadaf Farooqi and Peter MacNaughton have been elected Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences, Dr Anne Bertolotti has been elected a member of EMBO and Professor Maria Grazia Spillantini has been elected Fellow of the Royal Society. Congratulations Professor Barry Everitt on being appointed next Provost of Gates CambridgeJun 13, 2013 Gates Cambridge oversees the Gates Cambridge Scholarships which were established in 2000 by a donation of US$210m from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to the University of Cambridge Congratualations to Dr Claire GillanJun 12, 2013 Dr Claire Gillan has just been awarded the Sir Henry Wellcome Postdoctoral Fellowship. The Fellowship is awarded to the most promising newly qualified postdoctoral researchers and it provides a springboard to launch them into independent research careers. Pump-Priming Grants 2013 - Immunity, Infection and Inflammation - Young Investigators welcome!Jun 12, 2013 The NIHR BRC Immunity, Infection and Inflammation Theme would like to award approximately 5 pump-priming grants, each between £10,000 and £40,000. People can ‘beat’ guilt detection tests by suppressing incriminating memoriesJun 11, 2013 Brain scans that claim to be able to determine whether a criminal is guilty of a crime can be fooled, new research reveals. Social Media - how to build interest in your work, find new material, and how to do it effectivelyJun 10, 2013 After a very successful first pass of this half-day workshop, run under the auspices of the Engineering Department's activities on 'Inspiring Research through Industrial Collaboration', they are running it again. Naked Neuroscience from Russia with Love!Jun 10, 2013 From Russia with Love! Reporting from Lake Baikal in Siberia, in th Research Associate in Neurobiology/Biophysics in lab of Kristan FranzeJun 10, 2013 This postdoctoral position at the interface between neurobiology and biophysics is available in Kristian Franze's lab. The lab combines biophysical and cell biological approaches to understand the influence of physical cues on the functioning and malfunctioning of the nervous system. "A Year at the Synapse" continues next week on Tuesday 11 June with Christian LohmannJun 7, 2013 This month's talk, which will be given by Christian Lohmann, has been scheduled in conjunction with the MRC-LMB seminar talk by Troy Margrie, with pizza and refreshments in between. Professor Nicky Clayton to appear on Springwatch Unsprung - 29th MayMay 28, 2013 Professor Nicky Clayton and her collaborator, the writer and artist Clive Wilkins are combining science and the arts to explore how we think, with and without words. Nicky and Clive will appear live on BB2's Springwatch Unsprung at 8.30pm on Wednesday May 29th. Changes to Autism Diagnosis: Benefits and Challenges AheadMay 20, 2013 Cambridge neuroscientists have welcomed the new psychiatry diagnostic manual that will have a strong impact on how autism is diagnosed. In a paper out this month they discuss not only the benefits but also the challenges faced in research by the new changes. 3 year PhD in Neuroscience/Cell Biology funded by the MRC at Bristol UniversityMay 20, 2013 A 3 year in Neuroscience/Cell Biology funded by the MRC is offered at Bristol University under the supervision of Dr Patrick Case and Professor James Uney at Bristol and Dr Tudor Fulga at Oxford University. Call for Dementia Researchers to join Alzheimer’s Society New Grant Advisory BoardsMay 20, 2013 The Alzheimer’s Society is looking for researchers in dementia research and the broader neuroscience field to consider joining one of its Grant Advisory Boards that will play a key part in the development of their programme of funding. PDN Masterclasses & Techniques ColloquiaMay 20, 2013 The first in a series of PDN Masterclasses & Techniques Colloquia will take place on Wednesday 22nd May at 5.30 in the Gurdon Tea Room. Dr Phil Biggin (Dept. Biochemistry, University of Oxford) speaking at Chemistry on May 21stMay 20, 2013 He will be giving a talk open to all (at 14:15 in the Unilever Lecture Theatre, Department of Chemistry) about using computational methods to understand the molecular mechanisms of biological receptors, in particular of ionotropic glutamate receptors. Scientists explore the inner workings of the teenage brainMay 16, 2013 A novel research project jointly led by scientists from Cambridge Neuroscience and UCL aims to shed light on what happens to the brain as young people mature as part of a £5.4 million project funded by the Wellcome Trust. The Salon Project featuring Professor Barbara SahakianMay 10, 2013 The Salon Project recreated the exclusive meetings at the heart of what was French society‘s golden age – an era of change, excess and inquiry. 'Pint of Science' Festival - Cambridge 14th-16th May - Volunteers wanted for Brain events!May 10, 2013 A new science festival called Pint of Science is set to hit Cambridge next week and needs volunteers for its Brain events. Communication without wordsMay 3, 2013 Professor Nicola Clayton and fine artist Clive Wilkins use the Argentine Tango to explore communication without words. Would you like to appear on TV talking about Neuroscience?May 3, 2013 A new TV Science show requires Neuroscience experts to comment briefly on the Neuroscience behind the experiments that they will perform on the show. Legal Highs discussed on The Naked ScientistMay 3, 2013 What are legal highs, and how do scientists, doctors and law-makers keep up with new drugs entering the market? Congratulations Professor Nicola Clayton on being awarded EPS Mid-Career AwardMay 3, 2013 Professor Nicola Clayton was presented with the Experimental Psychology Society's Mid-Career Award at the EPS Lancaster Meeting earlier this month. Lindsay Chura discusses her work on AutismMay 3, 2013 In conversation with Adisa Pamukcic, Lindsay Chura, who has recently submitted her PhD, gives a summary of her findings and highlights below. “Drugs and Society: The neuroethics of enhancing or erasing memories”May 3, 2013 Dr Sharon Morein-Zamir from the Department of Psychiatry reviews the recent 'Drugs & Society workshop that was held at the BNA Festival of Neuroscience. 'Pint of Science' Festival - Cambridge 14th-16th May - BBC Radio coverageMay 3, 2013 A new science festival called Pint of Science is set to hit Cambridge this week. It allows cutting-edge Call for Satellite Events for the 9th FENS Forum of Neuroscience is now openMay 1, 2013 FENS invite you to submit your proposals for Satellite Events using the online form on the FENS Forum 2014 website/Scientific Programme/Satellite Events. Would you like to take part in a communication study?Apr 25, 2013 Zoe Zawada is conducting a study on communication media as part of her MPhil in Social and Developmental Psychology and is looking for volunteers. Dementia - A National Symposium, 30-31 May 2013Apr 25, 2013 Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Society and Alzheimer's Research UK, you are cordially invited to this Symposium on Dementia at the Open University in Milton Keynes (30-31 May), at which leading UK clinical and non-clinical scientists will be presenting their work. Paying attention to ADHDApr 25, 2013 This month’s Naked Neuroscience podcast is out now and features Cambridge Neuroscientists Trevor Robbins, Sam Chamberlain, Nicky Clayton and David Weston. ESRC: Centres and Large Grants competitionApr 19, 2013 The ESRC have announced a call for outline proposals for their 2013/14 Centres and Large Grants competition. Review of 25th Cambridge Neuroscience Seminar by Kate McAllisterApr 19, 2013 The 25th Cambridge Neuroscience Seminar was held on 26th March with a broad programme ensuring that the talks were of interest to members from across the neuroscience disciplines. Media Coverage from the BNA Festival of NeuroscienceApr 15, 2013 Here is a brief round-up of some of the media coverage from the BNA's Festival of Neuroscience. Internal Call for MRC funded project up to £3m on 'Intellectual Disabilities'Apr 14, 2013 The MRC have announced a joint call with the Medical Research Foundation for proposals to study 'Intellectual disabilities: Risk factors affecting the trajectory of development and their impact on mental health outcomes and behaviour'. Professor Barbara Sahakian on BBC Radio 4 'Start the Week' on Monday 15 April at 9.00 amApr 14, 2013 Cambridge Neuroscience Professor Barbara Sahakian will be discussing her new book on BBC Radio 4 'Start the Week' on Monday 15 April at 9.00 am. Cambridge Neuroscience at the Hay FestivalApr 12, 2013 A host of Cambridge academics and alumni will speak about subjects ranging from obesity and smart drugs to US politics and domestic service at this year’s Hay Festival. Neurocognitive Principal Position available to work with Professor Keith A. WesnesApr 12, 2013 The Neurocognitive Principal is responsible for definition of neurocognitive assessment programs, clinical evaluation of associated data, and sponsor communication regarding clinical relevance of data analyses. Congratulations Professor Daniel Wolpert on being awarded a Royal Society Research Professorship.Apr 12, 2013 Professor Daniel Wolpert is a world leader in the study of how the brain controls movement and is head of the Sensorimotor Learning Group at the Department of Engineering. His group uses virtual reality systems and robotics to test their theories. Matthias Landgraf and Isabel Fariñas to deliver plenaries at PDN Postdoc Symposium - All welcome!Apr 12, 2013 Two Plenary talks will be delivered as part of the PDN Postdoc Symposium 2013 on Thursday 18th April in the Hodgkin-Huxley Seminar Room in the Physiology Building on the Downing Site Babraham scientists collaborate in €6M EU research initiative – AgedBrainSYSBIO – to tackle neurodegenerative diseasesApr 12, 2013 The multidisciplinary consortium of 14 academic and industrial internationally-renowned research teams are combining integrated systems biology and comparative genomics approaches to investigate the complex process of ageing. Get Lost! Navigating the Brain - This month's Naked Neuroscience Podcast is out!Apr 12, 2013 The latest Naked Neuroscience Podcast is now available online. Entitled Get Lost! Navigating the Brain, it features Dr Hannah Critchlow and a host of Neuroscientists from Cambridge and beyond.
12th annual Brain Connectivity Workshop - June 12th-14th 2013Apr 12, 2013 The 12th annual Brain Connectivity Workshop will be held in Vancouver, Canada on June 12-14th, 2013. It will be hosted by the Univeristy of British Columbia. Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging Connectivity Course: Structural and Functional Brain Connectivity via MRI and fMRIApr 12, 2013 This 5-day program will run from June 3rd-7th 2013 and will be held at the Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging, a part of the Massachusetts General Hospital. The FameLab UK Grand Final - April 23rd at the Bloomsbury TheatreApr 12, 2013 You are invited by host, Professor Russell Foster, Cheltenham Science Festival Chair, to the FameLab UK grand final competition. Quentin Cooper is the compere for the evening. Who will you cheer on? Postgraduate students and post docs invited to Design Thinking for Health Workshop (4 May 20123; Judge Business School)Apr 12, 2013 A one-day workshop focused on digital health will include interdisciplinary teams (medical professionals, engineers, designers, MBA students, data scientists and more) who, will work on creating innovative digital solutions to healthcare challenges. Review of 'Focusing ADHD' event by Dr Muzaffer KaserApr 12, 2013 The Cambridge Science Festival 2013 hosted the public event ‘Focusing ADHD’ on 14th March 2013. Panel members included Professor Trevor Robbins, Dr Sam Chamberlain and Dr Ulrich Muller. MQ: Transforming Mental Health - Funding Opportunities for Early Career ScientistsApr 12, 2013 MQ are a major new charity focused on identifying and funding research key to solving global issues in mental health. With start-up funding provided by the Wellcome Trust, they aim to harness the power of a community of researchers, doctors, service users, families, advocates and funders to achieve this goal. University Lectureship available in Neuroscience in Pharmacology DepartmentApr 12, 2013 Target areas of interest in neuroscience for this post include genetic and network approaches to obesity, pain and addiction, which are areas of existing strength in the Department and in the University, but we are also interested in receiving applications from other areas of neuroscience. 'From habit to addiction: A slippery slope' - Free and open to all - TONIGHT!Apr 12, 2013 Join three scientists working on the science behind addiction and hear how genetics, neuroscience and social factors contribute towards turning a habit into an addiction. ‘Ion Channels in Health and Disease' - Registration closes on Friday 16th!Apr 12, 2013 This symposium aims to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the award of the Nobel Prize to Hodgkin and Huxley, by highlighting arguably the most general and important implication of their work, the existence and function of ion channels - Registration is now open! Cambridge Neuroscience Seminars for Graduate students - Cellular and Molecular moduleApr 3, 2013 The 'Cellular and Molecular' block of Graduate seminars will take place from Monday 15th-22nd April in the Hodgkin-Huxley lecture theatre in the Physiology building. Electrophysiology based Research Associate position in Plant SciencesApr 3, 2013 Fancy a change? An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Department of Plant Sciences for a post doc with experience in calcium imaging or electrophysiology. Cambridge Neuroscience at the Science FestivalMar 12, 2013 Take a peak at what Cambridge Neuroscientists are getting up to during the Cambridge Science Festival and join in… Cross disciplinary Post Doc position available immediately in PDNMar 11, 2013 This postdoctoral position at the interface between biophysics and neurobiology is available immediately in the lab of Kristian Franze. The lab combines biophysical and cell biological approaches to understand the influence of physical cues on the functioning of the nervous system. Royal Society-funded studentship starting in October 2013 - Electrophysiology in IP3 receptorsMar 7, 2013 Applicants are sought for a Royal Society-funded studentship starting in October 2013 to work with Dr. Taufiq Rahman on electrophysiological studies of IP3 receptors in native membranes. 2 or 3 MRC Doctoral Training Grant Studentships (3 years each) at the BCNIMar 4, 2013 The BCNI (jointly funded by the U.K. Medical Research Council and the Wellcome Trust) is the leading translational interface at Cambridge University in the domain of neuropsychiatry. BBSRC-funded 4 year Industrial CASE PhD studentship in Pharmacology with NeusentisMar 4, 2013 A 4 year BBSRC funded PhD Studentship to investigate novel ion channels involved in sensing temperature is being offered at the Department of Pharmacology and Pfizer Neusentis. Do you want to get involved with Naked Neuroscience?Mar 1, 2013 BBC Naked Scientist, Dr Hannah Critchlow is looking for Cambridge Neuroscience PhD students/Post Docs/Research Associates who would like to feature in forthcoming Naked Neuroscience episodes. "Addicted to Love?" The latest Naked Neuroscience podcast is onlineMar 1, 2013 The latest Naked Neuroscience Podcast is now available online. Entitled “Addicted to Love?”, it features Dr Hannah Critchlow and a host of Neuroscientists from Cambridge and beyond. Cambridge Neuroscience Seminars for Graduate students starting March 12thMar 1, 2013 Cambridge Neuroscience is hosting a programme of twenty, one hour seminars for graduates on a wide range of neuroscience topics across its five themes. 8th International Prader-Willi Syndrome Organisation Conference - Cambridge 18th-21st July 2013Feb 22, 2013 The 8th International Prader-Willi Syndrome Organisation Conference is hosted by the UK PWSA and the Centre for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities at the University of Cambridge, and will be followed by the Caregiver and Family conferences. 3 year fully funded PhD CASE Studentship with Eli Lilly available in StrathclydeFeb 19, 2013 A 3 year fully funded University PhD CASE Studentship with Eli Lilly is available at Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences. 3 year PhD in Neuroscience/Cell Biology funded by the MRC at Bristol UniversityFeb 18, 2013 A 3 year PhD in Neuroscience/Cell Biology funded by the MRC is offered at Bristol University under the supervision of Dr Patrick Case and Professor James Uney at Bristol and Dr Tudor Fulga at Oxford University. Cambridge Neurological Society - 2nd Cambridge Clinical Neurosciences Symposium - 2nd March 2013Feb 12, 2013 The Cambridge Neurological Society will host its Second Annual Cambridge Clinical Neurosciences Symposium on Saturday 2nd March 2013. Relaunch of the Glial Club on February 25th with Professor Robin FranklinFeb 12, 2013 The Glial Club will take place on the last Monday of every month in the seminar room of the Herchel Smith Building. The first speaker will be Professor Robin Franklin on February 25th 2013. Prof Semir Zeki on 'The Neurology of Beauty'Feb 6, 2013 Prof Semir Zeki from UCL will be giving an MCASS seminar entitled "The Neurology of Beauty" on Thursday 7th at 5pm in the Department of History of Art. Less than 1 week to go until the BNA2013: Festival of Neuroscience!Feb 6, 2013 It is now 1 month to go until the BNA2013: Festival of Neuroscience. Read about the great value Undergraduate pass for £50! Archibald Clark-Kennedy Lecture by Professor John Pickard, 16th February, 2013Feb 5, 2013 The Lewis Society of Medicine invites you to the Archibald Clark-Kennedy Lecture 2013 entitled 'Floating Brains' to be given by Professor John Pickard. University Lectureship available in Computational Neuroscience in Engineering Dept.Feb 5, 2013 Applications are invited for a University Lectureship in the broad area of Computational Neuroscience, including Computational Cognitive Science in the Computational and Biological Learning Lab. V. Dubrovnik Conference on Cognitive Science - 16-19 May 2013Feb 4, 2013 The focus of the DuCog V. is sleep, neural oscillations and cognition, which will be covered by keynotes and invited speakers. NIH Funding Opportunities and Notices - Feb 1st 2013Feb 4, 2013 Weekly update on NIH Funding Opportunities and Notices. Funding Opportunities and Conference News from the MS SocietyFeb 4, 2013 The MS Society’s 2013 Grant Round 1 for Project Grants, PhD Studentships, Innovative awards and Junior Fellowship awards is now open. Lord Karan Bilimoria CBE DL, Founder of Cobra Beer speaking at Enterprise TuesdayFeb 4, 2013 Lord Karan Bilimoria CBE DL, Founder and Chairman of Cobra Beer, will talk about his entrepreneurial journey and the choices he made while growing the business - Tuesday 5th February at 18.30pm. The Naked Neuroscience Podcast is live! Listen here!Feb 4, 2013 The Naked Neuroscience podcast is now up and running and published with a back catalogue hosted by Naked Scientist, Dr Hannah Critchlow and featuring many of our own Cambridge Neuroscientists. 4 year funded PhD available in Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical SciencesJan 30, 2013 A 4 year fully funded BBSRC PhD Case Studentship with AstraZeneca is available at the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences - Closing date: February 25th 2013. Cambridge Neuroscience Seminar 2013 Registration extended to Thursday March 14th!Jan 30, 2013 The Cambridge Neuroscience Seminar, hosted by the Department of Zoology, will be held on Tuesday 26th March 2013. The theme is ‘From Sensation to Action’ with sessions covering both sensory and motor systems. University of Cambridge Wellcome Trust Senior Internships for Interdisciplinary ResearchJan 23, 2013 Applications are invited for the next round of University of Cambridge WT Senior Internships. The scheme is aimed at candidates with backgrounds in the physical sciences who wish to apply their research to solve problems in the basic biological and biomedical sciences. The Assembly and Function of Neuronal Circuits, 29th Sept-4th Oct - Applications now being acceptedJan 18, 2013 The Ascona Meetings have been a leading forum on neuronal circuit research worldwide for more than a decade. The 2013-Meeting will focus on research relating the assembly and architecture of dedicated neuronal circuits to their function. Brain and personality differences in cocaine users with and without addictionJan 15, 2013 People who take cocaine over many years without becoming addicted have a brain structure, which is significantly different from those individuals who developed cocaine-dependence. 9th FENS Forum: Applications now open for symposia and workshop proposalsJan 15, 2013 FENS invites you to get involved in the planning of the 9th FENS Forum of Neuroscience (July 5th-9th, 2014, Milan, Italy) by submitting your proposals for symposia and workshops. 45th EBBS meeting, 6th-9th Sept 2013, Munich, Registration open!Jan 15, 2013 Registration and Abstract submission is now open for the 45th EBBS, which will be held from the 6th to the 9th of September 2013 in Munich, Germany. 3-Day Human Brain Anatomy Course: 15th-17th July, Registration Open!Jan 15, 2013 Registration is now open for a comprehensive 3-day course which provides an introduction to human brain anatomy, complete with dissection room practical sessions. Cambridge Fame Lab Regional Heats and Final: 16th, 23rd and 25th of JanuaryJan 14, 2013 The regional heats of Fame Lab will be held on 16th January and 23rd January at The Portland Arms before the regional final on 25th January at the Graduate Union. All three events are FREE, open to the public and start at 7pm. RA required to study locomotion, cognition and social behaviour in sheep in Cambridge and South AustraliaJan 9, 2013 Professor Jenny Morton is looking for a highly motivated research assistant to join the laboratory to study behaviour in sheep. The work is conducted in Cambridge and South Australia. Closing date: 4th February 2013. One or more MRC Doctoral Training Grant Studentships at the Department of Psychology - Closing date: 13th Feb 2013Jan 7, 2013 Expressions of interest are invited for one or more MRC Doctoral Training Grant Studentships (3 years each) at the Department of Psychology Upcoming FENS deadlines - Young Investigator Prize and Prague MeetingJan 7, 2013 Applications are being accepted for the FENS-EJN Young Investigator Prize. Early registration and abstract submission is now open for the FENS Featured Regional Meeting 2013, which will be held from September 11 - 14, 2013, in Prague. Cambridge Hearing and Balance Seminar SeriesJan 7, 2013 The Cambridge Hearing and Balance seminar series launches this week and features members of Cambridge Neuroscience. Latest newsYou are viewing the news archive. Read the latest news |
is special episode, how Russian neuroscience is getting a colossal injection of cash from the government, how nicotine switches off attention in the teenage brain, plus, a visit to a Russian sauna for a birch leaf whipping.....
researchers to give public talks about their work in the relaxed setting of local pubs. Broad topics for discussion will include the brain, the body, and biotechnology.