CIFAR Neuroscience of Consciousness Winter School
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 10-12, 2025 in Montebello, Canada.
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.
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.
ORGANIZERS
Tim Bayne
Program Co-Director
Liad Mudrik
Program Co-Director
Tanenbaum Fellow
Anil K. Seth
Program Co-Director
Robert Kentridge
Fellow
Marcello Massimini
Fellow
Lucia Melloni
Fellow
Key Dates
Application deadline:
June 23, 2025
Notification of decision:
September 2025
Winter School:
December 10-12, 2025
This project was made possible through the support of a grant from the
