Exploring Brain Mechanics

Language English TOEFL iBT: 80 IELTS: 5.5 Delivered On Campus Campus Location Erlangen, Germany Disciplines Neuroscience Overview About the programme The central nervous system (CNS) is our most complex organ system. Despite tremendous progress in our understanding of the biochemical, electrical, and genetic regulation of CNS functioning and malfunctioning, many fundamental processes and diseases are still not fully understood. Only recently, groups of several PLs in this consortium, and a few other groups worldwide, have discovered an important contribution of mechanical signals to regulating CNS cell function. The Exploring Brain Mechanics research group at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) is structured into three focal research areas (FRA) focusing on cerebral (A), spinal (B), and cellular mechanics (C), and an overarching cross-sectional research area (XRA). Programme Structure Research projects include: In silico modelling of brain malformations Quantitative characterisation of human brain malformations The role of mechanics in orchestrating neural lineage decisions Pre and post metamorphosis spinal cord regeneration in frogs The determinants of spinal cord mechanics in homeostasis The role of matrix mechanics in synchronised neuronal activity Cellular differentiation in brain tissue-like matrices Molecular mechanisms of neuronal mechanotransduction Model-based reconciliation of ex vivo and in vivo test data Data analysis and machine learning for heterogeneous, cross-species data Engineering brain tissue-like matrices Admission requirements Academic requirements We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme. English requirements TOEFL iBT: 80 IELTS: 5.5 Other requirements General requirements You are eligible to apply if: you either hold or are about to obtain a qualifying degree (M.Sc./Diploma/PhD etc.) in one of the following areas: mechanics, medicine, material sciences, mathematics, biology, physics, bioengineering, chemistry, or in a closely related field you are proficient in the English language you have strong interpersonal skills and are able to work in a team Necessary documents: letter of motivation (max. 1 page) including an order of preference for the projects you are applying for copy of qualifying degree academic transcripts (with grades and rankings) brief summary of most recent thesis or of recent publications (max. 1 page each) short CV contact details of potential referees and publication list (if any) Tuition Fees International Non-residents — Free EU/EEA EU/EEA Nationals — Free Additional Details At FAU tuition is free. However, students have to pay a semester contribution fee of 72 Euros for student services. Living costs Erlangen, Germany 1,181-1,780 AUD / month The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.