Student Community

I am highly motivated to be an EBRAINS ambassador due to my long-standing involvement with the project. This motivation stems not only from the numerous courses and training opportunities I have had the privilege to undertake thanks to EBRAINS but also from my scientific journey with the organisation, which I believe serves as an excellent example for other students. Over the years, I have contributed to EBRAINS' scientific output as a co-author of three scientific reports: EBRAINS CoCreate: Improved Investigation of Brain-related Disorders (2023), where we explored innovative methodologies for studying neurological disorders; EBRAINS CoCreate: Epidemiology and Non-Invasive Biomarkers to Improve the Understanding of Brain-Related Disorders (2023), focusing on epidemiology and non-invasive biomarkers; and EBRAINS CoCreate on Digital Brain Health (2022), addressing research and innovation strategies in digital brain health. My engagement has also extended to events such as the EBRAINS Unconferences — dynamic events where participants shape the agenda based on their interests. Some of my contributions include co-presenting the session "Towards the understanding of emotional disorders before simulation/modelling of the brain: in search of objective biomarkers of emotional burnout", at the EBRAINS Unconference: Neuroinformatics on Psychiatric Disorders(09/05/2023); co-presenting the talk "Adenosine A2A receptors controlling synaptic remodelling in the adult brain, a theoretical-practical lecture", at the EBRAINS Unconference: Healthy Brain Ageing and Lifestyle (26/01/2023); and co-presenting the session "How engagement in sport changes brain activity", also on 26/01/2023. Among other projects, I believe these examples can serve as an inspiration for students worldwide.

As a biologist passionate about neurobiology and machine learning, I’m excited to contribute as an early-career Research Associate in WP4 of the Virtual Brain Twin (VBT) project, developing HPC tools and machine learning methods to map neural activity. Being part of the scientific community is both fulfilling and inspiring and I greatly value the chance to connect with fellow researchers.

In my role as an EBRAINS Student Ambassador, I am committed to helping organize the upcoming EBRAINS Student Conference and plan engaging activities. Together with the entire organizational team, I aim to create an experience that strengthens the student community, fosters stimulating discussions on innovative research and encourages meaningful collaborations in the neuroscience field. Ultimately, my goal is to ensure that the conference offers not only an excellent scientific experience but also a valuable opportunity for students and early-career researchers to connect and grow together.

As an HBP Student Ambassador I was involved in the organisation of Young Researchers Events and I was a member of the Programme Committee of the many HBP Student Conferences, which was an occasion for me to improve my communication and organisation skills. As an EBRAINS Student Ambassador I have the main task to increase the visibility of current EBRAINS education offers within and outside EBRAINS and together with the other Student Ambassadors we will try to give voice to the EBRAINS students and significantly contribute to and promote the EBRAINS Education Programme.

I am a first year PhD student at Institut des Neurosciences des Systemes in Marseille. Most of the senior researchers of my lab are involved in the EBRAINS project, so I had the opportunity to came across this platform which connects and support neuroscience research across Europe. I also had the opportunity to participate to the EBRAINS 2024 Fall School were I had the possibility to know better how this programme works and the opportunity it offers to improve scientific and transversal skills.
So I really appreciate the opportunity to join the Student Ambassadors team and collaborate with other young researchers across Europe to help building an event which will be entirely dedicated to other students in order to create new connections and collaborations within the community.

I am a PhD student with a background in Mathematics and Biology. I love engaging with fellow students or seniors to exchange scientific ideas. In my free time I enjoy playing chess, hiking, and reading books.

I am a PhD student at the Cécile and Oskar Vogt Institute for Brain Research at the Heinrich Heine University in Düsseldorf. My project focuses on high-resolution mapping of the human hypothalamus and its divisions - a small but incredibly complex and important brain region.

As a Student Ambassador, I would like to help students feel more connected to the community by making resources more accessible, encouraging active participation, and fostering a culture of open collaboration where ideas, questions, and support are freely exchanged.

I'm excited to be part of this growing network and to support others along the way - whether you're just starting out or looking for the next step.

Throughout my PhD, I have developed a strong interest in interdisciplinary approaches that combine neuroscience, engineering, and digital technologies. My work aims to bridge the gap between fundamental research and real-world applications, particularly in the field of brain-computer interfaces.

Beyond research, I’m actively involved in teaching and mentoring students, as I believe knowledge sharing and exchanges are essential to fostering a vibrant scientific community.

Joining the EBRAINS community as a Student Ambassador is a great opportunity for me to contribute to collaborative initiatives that bring early-career researchers together. It’s an opportunity to help create events that inspire and connect young researchers, and to contribute to shaping the future of neuroscience.

While doing brain mapping and contributing the data to the Julich Brain Atlas and EBRAINS, I have found it interesting to join the EBRAINS students' community as a Student Ambassador. In my view, science is a collaborative “sport”; thus, meeting new people, developing new ideas, and exchanging opinions are important milestones for young scientists on their way to a scientific career. For this, the first EBRAINS Students Conference will be an exciting place to collaborate and learn. The preparation of this conference is an incredible opportunity to develop new skills and create a conference by students for students. And I am excited to be a part of this endeavour and work with an amazing team.

I am a PhD student at the Institut de Neurosciences des Systèmes in Marseille, France, currently working on brain modeling and the optimization of treatment response in schizophrenia. As a Student Ambassador for the EBRAINS Student Conference 2026 in Nice, I am committed to fostering a vibrant and inclusive environment where early-career researchers can connect, share their work, and grow together. I believe in the power of collaboration and interdisciplinary exchange, and I am excited to help shape a platform that highlights the voices and contributions of young scientists. 

I am a Master’s student in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science and a member of the Simulation and Data Lab Neuroscience at the Jülich Supercomputing Centre. My work lies at the intersection of computer science and neuroscience, where I am developing a tool to optimize hyperparameters for simulations on high-performance computing systems and quantum computers. The tool is primarily designed for neuroscientific use cases.

As a Student Ambassador, I am interested in supporting students from technical fields who are curious about neuroscience but may not be aware of available opportunities. As a member of the student community, I have the opportunity to expand my professional network, foster collaboration, and represent the interests of students pursuing cross-disciplinary paths.

I am a computational neuroscientist with a passion for creating digital models of the brain's neural networks.

My research path revolves around building and analyzing computational models that simulate how our brains work. At Politecnico di Milano, I am involved in the development of spiking neural networks and models that help us understand complex brain dynamics. I am particularly fascinated by how we can translate biological neural processes into mathematical structures and computational simulations.

During my academic journey, I’ve had the chance to cross paths with EBRAINS in many ways—through my PhD and my master thesis, and by taking part in two affiliated schools. These experiences have all strengthened my connection to this inspiring community.

Being an EBRAINS student ambassador is a unique opportunity to connect with researchers worldwide, explore diverse perspectives across various fields, and deepen my understanding of neuroscience. I look forward to discovering the wide range of tools available for addressing key questions in the field. Additionally, this role provides a chance to engage with young researchers, exchange scientific approaches, and enhance my skill set.

 Hi, I'm Alisha, a PhD Student in neuroscience at the University Hospital Düsseldorf and Research Centre Jülich. My research explores how cerebellar degeneration impacts language networks, using fMRI and clinical data to understand communication impairments better.

As a Student Ambassador for EBRAINS 2.0, I want to help build a strong, connected student community across Europe. I believe that open dialogue, shared resources, and interdisciplinary exchange are key to pushing neuroscience forward. This role allows me to support fellow students, promote collaboration, and raise awareness of how platforms like EBRAINS can empower young researchers.

I’m excited to create spaces where students feel inspired to contribute, connect, and grow together – scientifically and personally.

I advocate for scientific collaborations and establishing connections between research institutes. EBRAINS offers a conducive environment for such endeavors. As a Student Ambassador, I aim to help young researchers to engage, use, and add to the collective effort.

After participating in the HBP Summit and the first student conference in Vienna, I wanted to contribute to the HBP student community. In 2018, I joined the education team as a student ambassador for SP7 (High Performance Computing) and WP5. As a long-time member of the HBP student conference organizing committee, I have gained valuable experience in planning conferences and student events. I appreciate the familiar atmosphere of these gatherings, as they provide great insight into ongoing and novel research. Additionally, they create opportunities to connect with new researchers and discuss a wide range of scientific topics. As an EBRAINS student ambassador, my goal is not only to promote student activities but also to foster connections and collaborations among young and aspiring researchers in the community.

As a computational physicist by training, I am interested in how the latest computing technologies can help to solve complex research problems and accelerate scientific discovery. In my current role at Forschungszentrum Jülich, I help researchers to write compute time proposals and provide support for projects related to brain science. I interact with scientists, software developers and other stakeholders in EBRAINS on a daily basis to develop a comprehensive research infrastructure that adheres to FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable and Reusable) principles.

As an ambassador for the 1st EBRAINS Student Conference, I invite students to think creatively about leveraging high-performance computing to build more accurate and efficient models of the brain. This includes challenging legacy approximations in neuroscience that may now be outdated due to advancements in computing. I am also available to answer questions about how to apply for compute time on supercomputers and provide guidance on making computational workflows compatible with the existing EBRAINS research infrastructure.