5 - 6 August 2023
ISN Satellite Workshop
Astrocytic Control of Brain Circuits and Behavior
ICVS | School of Medicine UMinho | Braga
Description
The Astrocytic Control of Brain Circuits and Behavior is an ISN Satellite Workshop of the ISN-ESN Meeting 2023
Recent technological developments allowing specific manipulation of astrocytes in behaving animals created a new research field aiming to dissect the role of astrocytes in higher brain functions. Neuron-glial networks display a surprising degree of complexity, where astrocyte neurochemical signaling modulates neuronal circuit function. This dialogue at the cellular level is reflected in the network outputs, thereby affecting the production of behavior.
This satellite event will gather experts to discuss the contribution of the underlying astrocyte physiological mechanisms to this equation: molecular, morphological, metabolic, and functional heterogeneity; and the balance between focal and global calcium astrocyte activity.
This diverse panel will also ensure a stimulating discussion based on various opinions and approaches to tackle the common goal of understanding astrocyte modulation of neural circuits and behavior.
Chairs
João Filipe Oliveira
University of Minho, PortugalChristian Henneberger
University of Bonn, GermanySpeakers
Amit Agarwal
Heidelberg University, GermanyAnnalisa Scimemi
University at Albany, USAAudrey Denizot
AIStroSight Lab, INRIA, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Villeurbanne, FranceAxel Nimmerjahn
Salk Institute, USAChris Dulla
Tufts University, USAChristian Henneberger
Institute of Cellular Neurosciences, University of Bonn, GermanyGertrudis Perea
Cajal Institute, SpainInbal Goshen
The Hebrew University, IsraelJoão Filipe Oliveira
ICVS, School of Medicine, University of Minho, Braga, PortugalMatthew Holt
i3S, Porto, PortugalRune Enger
University of Oslo, NorwayRuth Beckvordersandforth
Friedrich-Alexander-Universität, GermanySebastiano Curreli
Instituto Italiano di Tecnologia, Genova, ItalyYukiko Goda
Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology OIST, JapanProgram
Aug 5, Saturday
12:30 | Check in (Welcome desk)
13:00 | Start of the Scientific Sessions
17:30 | End of the Scientific sessions
18:30 | Social gathering at city center
Aug 6, Sunday
9:00 | Start of the Scientific Sessions
12:30 | End of the Scientific sessions
13:00 | Lunch
15:00 | City tour
Venue
The ISN Satellite Event will be hosted at the ICVS-School of Medicine, the University of Minho in Braga.
The ICVS is a high-standard laboratory equipped with top-edge instruments and technology, where more than 200 researchers work in a sharing-policy environment.
The ICVS is part of a cluster including the Medicine School and the Hospital of Braga through the Clinical Academic Centre, potentiating the translation of fundamental research into the clinics.In addition to the adequate conditions, ICVS is placed in a privileged spot displaying beautiful and inspiring views of the UNESCO world heritage site Bom Jesus. Check it out here (https://icvs.uminho.pt/). The venue is within walking distance from the city center of 2000+ years of history. Braga is served by the Porto International airport (~50 Km) with 115+ direct destinations worldwide.
Registration
Registrations closed.
For more information contact training@b-acis.ptFee
DEADLINES
Early bird registration: Until May 12
Regular registration: Until July 14Students/Postdocs
Early bird
- 30€
Regular
- 50€
Principal Investigators
Early bird
- 50€
Regular
- 100€
More information
Traveling by plane:
The nearest airport to the city of Braga is Sá Carneiro Airport, in Maia, Porto.From Porto to Braga:
– Taxi / Uber / Bolt
– GetBus (directly from the airport to Braga bus station) (visit website)
– Train (visit website)Recommended accommodation:
– Hotel Meliã (closest to the course venue)
– Hotel B&B Lamaçães (close to the course venue)
– Hotel Porta Nova Collection House (city center)
– Hotel Dona Sofia (city center)
– Hotel Bracara Augusta (City center)To visit:
– Get to know Braga (visit website)Currency:
– The EURO (EUR) is the national currency.
– International Credit Cards are widely accepted for payment in most hotels, restaurants and shops.
– Exchange offices and ATMs are available throughout Porto and Braga.
– For exchange rates: www.xe.com.
Need more information?
Contact us at training@b-acis.pt