Research in Medical Neurosciences

About

For the past 16 years, the University of Angers has given international students and young professionals the opportunity to enrich their academic experience in a stimulating and relaxed environment, while discovering French culture and the Anjou region. The courses combine lectures, workshops, applied visits and an attractive social programme with the possibility of developing your networt. Courses are taught in English by renowned researchers and are open to participants from all over the world.

The Research in Medical Neurosciences course will focus on core neurosciences concepts and the neurobiology of diseases. Practical workshops will include electrophysiology, bioinformatics, neuropathology and MRI in research. Participants will discover the microscopy technical platform, the simulation centre and the immunology lab of Angers University Hospital

Course leader

Pr Philippe Codron, Dr Charline Miot, Dr Nail Benallegue

Target group

The course is open to students who have completed two years of Medicine/Biological Sciences/Pharmacy/Veterinary/Midwifery and who may be interested in pursuing a M.D. or Ph.D. programme and envision a career in scientific or medical research

Course aim

Knowledge and Understanding

Core Neuroscience Concepts: Develop a strong understanding of the structure and function of the nervous system, including key concepts in neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and neuropathology.
Neurobiology of Diseases: Understand the mechanisms underlying common neurological disorders, such as multiple sclerosis.

Skills Development

Hands-On Techniques: Acquire introductory practical skills in neuroscience research, such as brain dissection, microscopy, electrophysiology and neuroimaging analysis.
Clinical practice: Develop practical clinical skills in emergency medicine and neurology, including advanced cardiac resuscitation (ACR), blood sampling, and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) puncture techniques.
Data Analysis: Develop skills in processing and interpreting data using bioinformatics, statistical tools, and computational models relevant to neuroscience.

Communication and Collaboration

Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Foster collaboration across disciplines, including biology, medicine and physiology, to address complex neuroscience challenges

Fee info

Fees include welcoming and teaching materials, coffee breaks and weekday lunches, social activities and all costs related to scientific visits