The Young Physiologists Symposium 2008 (YPS 2008)

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The Young Physiologists Symposium "Experiment Meets Theory: Integrated Approaches to Neuroscience" (YPS 2008) 12-13 July 2008, Cambridge, UK
Deadline is 5th April 2008 ###05.04.2008###

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Dear Colleagues

The Young Physiologists Symposium 2008 (YPS 2008) invites undergraduate,
postgraduate and young postdoctoral researchers to present their work at a
two-day meeting on July 12-13. This year's theme is "Experiment Meets
Theory: Integrated Approaches to Neuroscience". The meeting will link
different levels of understanding neural systems, from the way molecular
and cellular interactions shape neural circuit function to how circuits
assemble into brain systems and generate behaviour. We aim to generate
cross talk between theoretical modelling of the nervous system and
empirical data from different levels. We would like to invite you to share
the insights arising from your work with fellow researchers, and explore
the implications of your research in the wider context of neural system
function.

YPS 2008 is organised by young scientists for young scientists. The
symposium will be a stimulating opportunity to network with young
researchers, meet eminent scientists and find out about industry
opportunities from our sponsors. You would also enjoy a full social
programme, including a wine reception and a Symposium BBQ hosted by
Homerton College.

Participants will present their work either orally or as a poster. This
would be an excellent opportunity to develop your presentation skills in a
friendly setting, raise awareness of your research and get feedback from
your colleagues. Prizes will be awarded for the best oral and poster
presentations.

YPS 2008 will take place in the two days before the Physiological Society
Main Meeting, which you may like to attend too (please note that the Main
Meeting registration is separate). YPS 2008 registration is free and opens
on the 1st of March. The deadline for registration and abstract submission
is April 5th. The first 50 participants to register will be entered into an
Early Bird prize draw.

The conference will be held in the department of Physiology, Development
and Neuroscience at the University of Cambridge. You will have the
opportunity to stay in a Cambridge college to fully experience student life
within this beautiful historic city. For those travelling from abroad:
Cambridge is well connected to several airports and the train to London
takes less than an hour.

Please see the attached flyer and our website
(http://www.pdn.cam.ac.uk/yps2008) for further information on the
programme, registration, abstract submission, accommodation and travel
bursaries.

We look forward to welcoming you at YPS 2008!

YPS 2008 Organising Committee.

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YPS 2008 c/o Dr Olga Larina
Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience
Downing Street, Cambridge, CB2 3EG, UK

pdn-yps@lists.cam.ac.uk