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CIFAR Neuroscience of Consciousness Winter School

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The CIFAR Neuroscience of Consciousness Winter School is a unique, three-day event where tomorrow’s neuroscience leaders work closely with world-class researchers studying the neuroscience of consciousness. Hosted by members of CIFAR’s Brain, Mind & Consciousness program, this year’s event is held from December 13-16, 2023 in Mexico.

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Participants will:

  • Engage in interactive lectures from top scientists
  • Network with peers and world-renowned scientists
  • Participate in immersive workshops on science communication and other areas of professional development
  • Explore diverse perspectives on consciousness including: human and clinical consciousness, animal consciousness and artificial consciousness.

Travel and accommodation for all successful applicants will be paid for by CIFAR.

Interested applicants must be senior (third year or later) PhD students, or post-docs. Applicants are required to submit a CV as well as a 500-word discussion of their research that details how the winter school would benefit their future scientific careers.

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SELECTION

Applications are reviewed internally for basic eligibility before being assessed by members of the Brain, Mind & Consciousness program. Applicants are evaluated based on their research statement, track record, and connection to the neuroscience of consciousness.

CIFAR is committed to creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment and research community. We welcome proposals from countries and institutions from across the globe.

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Organizers

About Adrian M. Owen

Adrian M. Owen

Program Co-Director
Koerner Fellow

Brain, Mind & Consciousness
Western University
Canada
About Anil K. Seth

Anil K. Seth

Program Co-Director

Brain, Mind & Consciousness
University of Sussex
United Kingdom
About Catherine Duclos

Catherine Duclos

CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar 2023-2025

Brain, Mind & Consciousness
CIUSSS du Nord-de-l'île-de-Montréal
Université de Montréal
Canada
About Guillaume Dumas

Guillaume Dumas

CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar 2023-2025

Brain, Mind & Consciousness
Université de Montréal
Canada
About Christopher Krupenye

Christopher Krupenye

CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholar 2023-2025

Brain, Mind & Consciousness
Johns Hopkins University
États Unis
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Key Dates

Application deadline: 

October 2, 2023

Notification of decision:

November 2023

Winter School:

December 13-16, 2023

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