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Systems Neuroscience – (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: The scientific profile of the programme is characterised by the three research foci of the Centre for Systems Neuroscience (CSN): (I) translational neuroscience focuses on research that enables the transfer of results from basic science to human diseases. Core topics include neurodegenerative diseases, schizophrenia and neuroprotection. (II) Functional brain imaging techniques have developed into one of the most versatile tools in neuroscience. In Göttingen, a cluster of EEG labs flanks two groups that operate several MRI systems at different field strengths for use on humans and experimental animals. Collaborative projects focus on research addressing human brain disorders (incl. rodent models) and sensory information processing. (III) Primates as model organisms: the German Primate Center provides unique opportunities for systems level neuroscience research. Research foci include basic research into higher-level processes in the visual cortex (e.g. attention, motor planning) and clinical research on neurological and psychiatric human diseases (e.g. depression, stress, Parkinson's disease).
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The doctoral programme 'Systems Neuroscience' 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 of 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
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20 ECTS
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