ESF Research Conferences

ESF-EMBO Symposium

Functional Neurobiology in Minibrains: From Flies to Robots and Back Again

17-22 October 2010


Links of Interest

  • Frontiers in Neuroscience publishes tier 1 and tier 2 article types on the most outstanding discoveries across the entire research spectrum of neuroscience. The mission of Frontiers in Neuroscience is to bring together all relevant specialties in neuroscience on a single platform.



  • KILI4X Conference on Fragile X Syndrome and Related Synaptopathies
    8th - 10th July 2010
    University of Edinburgh
    This meeting will bring together international experts in the Fragile X Syndrome and related developmental disorders to discuss the recent data concerning monogenic synaptopathies that result in altered cognitive function, most notably Fragile X Syndrome.  There will also be presentations regarding the current state of clinical trials testing the most recent therapeutic strategies for treating Fragile X individuals.
    Abstract submission deadline: 30th April

  • The Parental Brain: Neurobiology, Behaviour and the Next Generation
    1st - 4th September 2010
    University of Edinburgh
    This meeting will address the recent developments in neurobiological and behavioural adaptations occurring in preparation for parenthood and the impact on offspring quality of life; with basic and clinical perspective
    Abstract submission deadline: 30th April, early bird registration deadline: 30th April

  • DISC1 2010
    3rd - 6th September 2010
    University of Edinburgh
    Covering the genetics and biology of DISC1 and the DISC1 complex: insights into major mental illness, brain development and signalling pathways.  Suitable for both clinical and basic scientists with interests in psychiatry or neurobiology.
    Early bird registration deadline: 30th April, Abstract submission deadline: 1st July