Connectionists: Deadline approaching fast (April 20)! Apply for a Hands-on Summer Course: Human Stem Cell-Derived Neuronal Networks in Health & Disease in August 2026

[Schubert, D. (Dirk)]

Deadline approaching fast! Apply for a Hands-on Summer Course: Human Stem Cell-Derived Neuronal Networks in Health & Disease

Curious how we can model the human brain in vitro? This 8-day course explores cutting-edge "brain-on-a-chip approaches, combining stem cell biology, neurodevelopmental, and electrophysiology. 

You'll:
·       Differentiate human iPSCs into neuronal cultures 
·       Record and analyze network activity using MEA
·       Study genotype-phenotype links in neurodevelopmental disorders
·       Design your own translational neuroscience research ideas

Perfect for those with a strong background in molecular/cellular neurobiology.

Bonus: Alongside the science, there's plenty if room for networking, social activities, and exchanging ideas with peers and experts in the field. 

Location: Trigon Building, Nijmegen
Dates: 21-28 August 2026
Application deadline: 20 April 2026

Interested? Make sure you meet the admission requirements and secure your spot, places are limited!
https://www.ru.nl/en/education/education-for-professionals/overview/hands-on-course-human-stem-cell-derived-neuronal-networks-in-health-disease

Check in parallel if you are eligible for also applying for a FENS/IBRO-Perc stipend! More information here:
https://www.fens.org/careers/networks/nens/nens-grants/slots-in-nens-courses/2026-call

Best wishes,
Dirk Schubert

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Dr. Dirk Schubert, PhD
Associate Professor Translational Neuroscience, 
Principal Lecturer & group leader "Cellular Neurophysiology" 
Medical Neuroscience Dept. (route 205)

Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour 
Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre 
Postbus 9101
6500 HB Nijmegen
The Netherlands

Offices/visiting address: 
@ Medical Neuroscience Dept. (route 205): 
Room 02.282 
Kapittelweg 29, 6525 EN Nijmegen
@ Dept. Human Genetics (route 855): 
Room 5.17
 
http://www.schubert-neurolab.org/
Phone:  +31 24 3615039
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