Start date: 20241112

End date: 20241112

Location: Naples

Dear All,

We are pleased to inform you that the SINS NATIONAL MEETING OF PHD STUDENTS IN NEUROSCIENCE ”Minds matter: creating connections in neuroscience research” will take place at the Centro Congressi “Federico II” in Naples on November 12th, 2024.

The Italian Neurosciences play an important role in the international scientific research scene both for basic studies and for the plethora of investigations focusing on the molecular underpinnings of Nervous System disorders. A significant contribution to the success of Neuroscience in the European context is certainly provided by the research of young Italian scientists who have achieved results of international relevance in the field of neuroscience.

The PhD Meeting will offer an overview on the New Perspectives of Italian Neuroscience research and PhD Students will be the leaders, presenting the results of their Projects. It will be a day to promote interactions and exchange of ideas that will offer an invaluable opportunity of discussion between young people involved in Neuroscience. At the end of the day, young Italian neuroscientists will also have the possibility of being awarded for their exceptional research achievements.

The event is fully organized by the Youth Committee of the SINS, with the support of the current SINS President Prof. Monica DiLuca and the local committee from the University of Naples “Federico II”.

The event is entirely free for PhD applicants that are part of the SINS community and already possess a SINS membership.

The Youth Committee of the SINS

REGISTRATION

Meeting Registration is OPEN !

General information:

Participation in the PhD Meeting is free of charge and exclusively open to PhD students who are active SINS members in good standing. If you are not yet a SINS member, you can apply through the SINS membership application page on this website. The annual SINS membership fee for members under 35 is €30.

Participants are required to complete the online registration process via the Congress Management System, using their SINS member account. Online registration will remain open until 11:59 PM on November 6th, 2024. Please note that the platform allows registration only for those who are current SINS members with their membership fees paid.

The registration form also includes an option to indicate whether you wish to attend the social cocktail, which will be held at 7:30 PM at the conclusion of the meeting.

Participants with special dietary requirements can indicate their needs by filling out the form

The presentation of an accepted Abstract is guaranteed, provided that the presenting author is registered for the Congress. Presenting authors must complete their registration by October 20th, 2024.

TRAVEL
INFORMATION

Arriving by Plane

Nearest Airport: Capodichino International Airport (7 km from venue)

Directions from Capodichino International Airport:

By Bus

  • Take the Alibus from Arrivals and disembark at Piazza Municipio
  • From Piazza Municipio, transfer to bus line R3 and get off at Piazza Vittoria (400m from the venue)
  • Ticket Price: €5 (available on the bus)

By Taxi

  • Taxis are available in front of Arrivals; ask for “Partenope Conference Centre.”
  • Estimated Fare: ~ €25

Arriving by Train

Nearest Train Station: Napoli Centrale (3 km from venue)

Directions from Napoli Centrale:

By Bus

  • Take bus line 601 (toward “Piazza Vittoria”) and get off at Piazza Vittoria (400m from venue)
  • Take bus line 152 (toward “Pozzuoli”) and get off at S. Lucia-Via Chiatamone (100m from venue)

By Metro

  • From Napoli Centrale, take the Line 1 metro to Toledo Station, then walk 20 minutes to the venue

By Taxi

  • Taxis are available at the station
  • Estimated Fare: ~ €20

PLENARY SPEAKER

Dr. Tommaso Fellin

Dr. Fellin, a pioneering physicist and neuroscientist, has revolutionized our understanding of neuron-glia communication and cortical microcircuits. Currently leading the “Optical Approaches to Brain Function Laboratory” at the Italian Institute of Technology and co-directing the Neural Coding Laboratory, he is also the co-founder of SmartMicroOptics. With a prestigious ERC consolidator grant under his belt, Dr. Fellin’s groundbreaking work continues to push the boundaries of neuroscience. Join us to hear his insights and discoveries at the PhD Meeting SINS 2024!

INSTRUCTIONS FOR PRESENTATION

ORAL PRESENTATION

Submit Your Presentation:

Send your PowerPoint presentation to the SINS Youth Committee (comitatogiovani@sins.it) at least five days before the event. This allows us to review your slides for technical compatibility and ensure the conference stays on schedule. We understand the importance of your work and guarantee that all unpublished or sensitive data will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Key Instructions:

  • 8 minutes for oral presentation plus 2 minutes for questions from the audience.
  • Template: Please use the PowerPoint template for your slides [DOWNLOAD].
  • Formatting: Ensure your presentation is formatted in 16:9 aspect ratio.
  • File Naming: Name your file as follows: SessionNumber_Surname_Name.pptx.

POSTER PRESENTATION

Poster Specifications:

Your poster must be in A0 size (84,1 cm x 118,9 cm) and in landscape orientation.

Please print your poster ahead of time, as the venue does not provide printing services.

Poster Sessions:

Two sessions will take place: one in the morning and one in the afternoon. You are required to stay at your poster throughout your assigned session.

Morning Session: Hang your poster 30 minutes before the session starts. Remove your poster 30 minutes after the lunch break begins.

Afternoon Session: Hang your poster 30 minutes before the lunch break ends. Remove your poster promptly after the session ends.

CALL FOR ABSTRACT

Abstract Submission is CLOSED

General information:

Abstract must be submitted according to the instructions for Authors, using the Online Submission System. Please use your SINS member username and password to access the Online Submission System. Each participant may submit only one abstract.

Proposals should include the following information:

  • Relevant Topic
  • Full Name, Affiliation, e-mail address of the Author(s) (specifying the presenting Author)
  • Abstract’s Title (max 25 words)
  • Abstract’s Text (max 300 words)
  • Preferred kind of presentation (oral presentation or poster)

Abstract submission will close at midnight on September 15, 2024 September 22, 2024 (closed).

Acceptance of the abstracts will be announced by October 1, 2024.

Assessment:

Abstracts will be evaluated by at least three members of the Youth Committee of the SINS. Evaluators will be assigned to abstracts according to their expertise. Novelty, quality, relevance and clarity of the abstract will be evaluated. The abstracts selected for oral presentations will not be presented as posters.

For further inquiries regarding the SINS National Meeting of PhD Students in Neuroscience, please reach out to the Youth Committee of the SINS at comitatogiovani@sins.it

The presentation of an accepted Abstract is guaranteed, provided that the presenting author is registered for the Congress. Presenting authors must complete their registration by October 20th, 2024.

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