L’Associazione Fuori dall’Ombra promuove la settimana dell’epilessia per migliorare le condizioni di salute di vita della popolazione affetta dalle varie forme di epilessia, con particolare attenzione alla rimozione dei pregiudizi sociali discriminatori, al diritto allo studio e all’inserimento nel mondo del lavoro.
https://www.fuoridallombra.org/2022/04/14/settimana-per-l-epilessia-2022/
by prof. Marco Canossa, CIBIO, University of Trento
When: June 9th, 3:00 PM
Where: Aula 0B, Complesso di Biomedicina, Fiore di Botta, Padova
Abstract: In the cerebral cortex neurons are organized in specific layers and form connections both within the cortex and with other brain regions, thus forming a network of synaptic connections comprising distinct circuits. Plasticity is a fundamental feature of neuronal connections in the brain, where experience-dependent changes in synaptic strengths are crucial for creating learning and memory circuits (engrams). Deciphering how neurons dynamically express synaptic plasticity while ensuring the formation of memory circuits remains a key challenge. Glial cells respond to neuronal activation and release neuroactive molecules (termed “gliotransmitters”) that can affect synaptic activity and modulate plasticity.
The Geodesic EEG system can acquire a 256 channel EEG.
Acquisitions can be done through two available networks:
Networks are connected to a Net Amps 400 amplifier:
| Feature | Net Amps 400 |
| Coupling | DC |
| Chip for A/D conversion | ADS1298 |
| A/D resolution | 24 bits |
| On-board microprocessor | Intel ATOM 1.6 GHz 32-bit |
| FPGA | DSP FIR filter signal processor |
| Embedded operating system | Linux |
| I/O connection | Fiber optic ethernet |
| Digital (TTL) inputs | 16 bits (8 supported in hardware) |
| Input impedance | ≥ 1 G ohm |
| Sensitivity (AC model)/precision | 0.023 µV/bit |
| Bandwidth | DC to 2000 Hz |
| Input noise | < 0.8 µVRMS |
| Input range | ± 200 mV |
| Common mode rejection rate | ≥ 90 dB |
| Isolation mode rejection rate | ≥ 120 dB |
| Sampling rate supported | 8 KHz* (available: 0.25, 0.5, 1 KHz) |
| Power consumption | 15 Watts |
Also available are:
Neuroscience PhD Retreat will take place on 20 and 21 May in Asiago, Vicenza: the right moment for PhD students and faculty for sharing their ideas, perspectives and experience. There will be a focus on the goals already achieved, improvement suggestions and the path ahead.
(Italian version only) Article on “Il Mattino di Padova”, April 24th, 2022
(Italian version only) Article on “Il Corriere del Veneto”, April 24th, 2022
(Italian version only) Article on “Padova Oggi”, April 24th, 2022
(Italian version only) Article on “Il Gazzettino”, April 24th, 2022
by prof. Andrea Benucci, RIKEN Center for Brain Science – Saitama – Japan
When: April 28th, 2022 – 10:00 am
Where: Zoom meeting. Recording available on Mediaspace
Abstract: In this presentation, I will first introduce the main areas of interest of my laboratory at RIKEN Center for Brain Science. Then, I will focus on a recent work where we examined the plasticity of visual representations in the mouse cortex.
The starting observation for this study is that brain circuits acquire and update computations through the dynamics of recurrently connected neurons. Neuronal connections are plastic but the principles that coordinate cell-to-cell connectivity changes for network-level computations remain largely elusive.
When: Apr 8th, 2022 – starting at 3:00 pm
Where: Aula Magna, Complesso Beato Pellegrino, Padova
Abstract: Nello splendido contesto del Complesso Beato Pellegrino un evento che vedrà la presenza di esponenti della Regione Veneto e dell’EU Quantum Flagship e di Amazon per affrontare insieme la sfida del computer quantistico.
Il Dipartimento di Fisica e Astronomia (DFA) dell’Università di Padova organizza per il giorno 8 aprile, alle ore 15:00, presso l’Aula Magna del Complesso Beato Pellegrino, il convegno “Padova e la nuova sfida del computer quantistico”, incentrato sul progetto Quantum Computing and Simulation Center (QCSC) del quale il DFA è capofila e coordinatore.
(Italian Only) Prof. Corbetta was interviewed on March 31th, 2022
(Italian version only) Article on “Il Gazzettino”, March 31th, 2022
When: Apr 7th, 2022 – starting at 10:00 am
Where: Sala dei Giganti, Palazzo Liviano, Padova
Abstract: “Le stagioni del cervello” è il tema dell’edizione 2022 della Settimana mondiale del cervello: conoscere come funzione il cervello nelle varie fasi della vita, come proteggerlo fin dalla giovane età e come mantenerlo attivo nell’invecchiamento è una priorità di benessere e salute pubblica.
A Padova il 7 aprile presso la Sala dei Giganti si tiene una giornata dedicata a questi obiettivi: in mattinata viene dedicata attenzione alle fasi evolutive del cervello con interventi educativi sui tics e il loro stigma, sull’impatto della musica nell’allenamento del cervello; a seguire, un momento musicale con studenti, studentesse e docenti.
