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Molecular Physiology of the Brain – (Ph.D.)
Georg-August-Universität Göttingen
Göttingen Graduate School for Neurosciences and Molecular Biosciences (GGNB)| Application Deadline: | 15 January, 15 May, and 15 September | ||
| Location: | Göttingen / Germany / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 36 months | Start Date: | Anytime |
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| Languages: | English | ||
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Scientific aims: research and teaching activities in this programme are dedicated to the molecular and cellular analysis of brain function. The programme is associated with the DFG Molecular Physiology of the Brain Research Centre. Core research activities are: (I) mechanisms of synaptic function (focus on presynaptic processes), (II) neuron-glia interactions, (III) neuronal development (focus on synaptogenesis), (IV) molecular and cellular mechanisms of synaptic plasticity and network adaptation, (V) synaptopathies leading to network dysfunctions, (VI) molecular and cellular causes of neurodegenerative, neurological, and psychiatric diseases (focus on Parkinson's disease, schizophrenia and autism), and (VII) molecular and cellular mechanism of nervous system regeneration. Projects employ biochemical, cell biological, genetic, morphological, physiological and behavioural approaches in parallel and integrate genetic model organisms.
Training goals: the programme is designed for graduates from all areas of the life sciences and medicine, and provides them with a comprehensive training in key methods of modern molecular and cellular neurobiology, such as biochemistry, molecular biology, cell staining and imaging, electrophysiology, systems physiology, light and electron microscopy and genetics in at least one classical model organism. This is achieved by combining the expertise of local scientists whose skills cover all relevant technical and conceptual requirements. The ultimate aim is to educate a new generation of young neuroscientists with an open-minded conceptual approach and a methodological repertoire that allows them to tackle key future problems in molecular, cellular and systems neuroscience.
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The doctoral programme 'Molecular Physiology of the Brain (CMPB)' is offered by the Göttingen Graduate School for Neurosciences and Molecular Biosciences (GGNB), funded by the DFG within the framework of the German Federal and State Governments' Excellence Initiative to promote science and research at German universities. The graduate school offers a joint modular training programme to which all the twelve doctoral programmes of the GGNB contribute, and which is open to all GGNB students. In addition to a lecture and seminar programme, training consists of (1) individual counselling by thesis committees, (2) intensive methods courses of one to three weeks in special training labs, (3) two- or three-day methods courses in the laboratories of the participating faculty, (4) professional skills courses such as scientific writing, presentation skills, intercultural communication, project management, team leadership skills, conflict resolution, ethics and career development, and (5) student-organised scientific meetings, industry excursions and intercultural events. Students are able to tailor their individual curriculum by choosing from a large number of courses and events.
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Applicants whose native language is not English are asked to submit proof of proficiency in English. If no English test is available, proficiency in English can be evaluated during a personal interview. Proven higher education in English or a reasonably long stay in an English-speaking country may also be accepted.
Master's degree or equivalent in bioscience, medicine, psychology, physics or related disciplines
Accreditation
20 ECTS
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