Workshops - Thursday 23rd April 2026

1. Neuroscience through EBRAINS Research Infrastructure, expand your research though 
Workflows, and High-Performance Computing

EBRAINS is a European research infrastructure dedicated to advancing brain science by providing access to essential data, simulation tools, workflows, and computing resources. It fosters scalable, reproducible, and FAIR-compliant research. During this symposium, we’ll outline how EBRAINS assists users in designing, integrating, and deploying scientific workflows, illustrated by real-world use cases and examples. This approach encourages collaboration between tool developers and scientists to co-design solutions for reproducible deployment.

We will also give the participants the keys for knowing when to transition your workflow to high- performance computing (HPC), when it’s more effective to remain local or use a cloud-based solution, and the benefits of each option. Participants will gain insight into the available simulation engines (like TVB and NEST), data tools, and computing backends. We’ll share concrete examples of workflows leveraging HPC for large-scale brain simulations and present tools for monitoring, logging, and automating these processes.

2. ‘State of the art in behavioral neuroscience: video tracking, AI, gait analysis and other techniques’.

Albert Willemsen, M. Sc., Noldus Information Technology, The Netherlands

This workshop will be covering methods and techniques for behavioral neuroscience experiments in rodents and fish. Recent advances in deep learning and other AI based image processing have opened a host of new possibilities. Classical video tracking software is incorporating the new technology for purposes like accurate nosepoint tracking under difficult conditions, social interaction experiments, and automatic behavior recognition. Availability in standard tools makes the new technology easy to apply. Models are pre-trained, universal and ready to use, which takes a big burden off the researcher. Fitting them into existing software packages offers benefits in terms of designing and organizing experiments and data quality, and in data analysis. In this workshop we will discuss the basics of video tracking with EthoVision XT, walk through the new AI based functionality, and practice building experiments.

Participants will get a free trial copy of the software, and video material beforehand. Running the software requires a Windows laptop with an NVIDIA graphical card. We ask you to download the material and install the software before the workshop. Feel free to bring your own video material.

3. Decoding Emotion in the Brain: ERP Markers of Visual Processing 

Kick off each day with the ANT Neuro team as they guide you through the core concepts and fundamentals of EEG and multi-modal research approaches. Discover the neurophysiological foundations behind each technique and the analysis strategies used to interpret them. Educational presentations will be mixed with hands-on sessions, so that every participant gains the skills to record and analyze high-quality EEG data. The bootcamp’s analysis pipeline will begin with ERP, offering an in-depth exploration of key components, the experimental paradigms that elicit them, and the cognitive processes they reflect. 

Deepen your understanding of EEG and multi-modal research, network with fellow researchers, and enhance your skills. Secure your spot now for a transformative educational journey! 

The number of places for workshops is limited. Participants who express interest in attending a workshop will be contacted separately with detailed information.

Participation in workshops is subject to an additional fee of 100 PLN. Please note that workshop fees are not paid together with the conference registration fee. Registering for a workshop during the conference registration process does not guarantee participation and does not automatically confirm a place in the workshop.

More workshops to be announced soon!