2026-IpdDip-04-DBBS - Advanced Virtual brAin models to predicT the effects of deep brAin stimulation on neuRal activity (AVATAR)

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Organisation/Company Università di Pavia Research Field Neurosciences Engineering Physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Leading Researcher (R4) First Stage Researcher (R1) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 23 Sep 2026 - 12:00 (UTC) Country Italy Type of Contract To be defined Job Status Not Applicable Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
This research program (code FIS- ) focuses on multiscale brain modeling for applications in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) in patients with Parkinson's disease. The activity
aims to develop next-generation computational frameworks capable of reproducing and predicting the neural effects of DBS protocols with high biological realism.
The work involves modeling neuronal activity using spiking neural networks and, subsequently, mean-field models of the main brain regions involved in DBS, with particular attention to the
characterization of stimulation-induced dynamics.



The project also includes the reconstruction of brain microstructure using advanced
magnetic resonance imaging techniques and structural image processing pipelines. These elements will support realistic subject-specific DBS simulations and lay the groundwork for
clinically relevant applications.
The public call with detailed attendance and selection rules (Art 4 and 6) can be found at: selections are open to candidates, Italian or foreigner, in possession, on the date of the deadline for submitting applications for the admission to the selection, of a research doctorate (PhD) or equivalent qualification obtained abroad, or, for the sectors concerned, a medical specialization qualification. The educational qualification has to concern the research theme.
Further specific assessable qualifications (see Art. 1 par. 1 Call for applications):
PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, or a rela

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