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UCL PhD for the Ecological Study of the Brain

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This Doctoral Training Programme trains students in the interdisciplinary study of brain function, behaviour and real-world environments. Supervisors from psychology, neuroscience, engineering, education and related disciplines support this work.

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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Get to know our libraries and find your way around them with a self- guided tour. Find out more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/using-library…
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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · 25/09/2026
The @britishacademy.bsky.social has announced 212 recipients of the British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grants supporting researchers on topics ranging from the temporal politics of territorial disputes to women's jury service and citizenship. www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/funding/sche...
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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · 23/09/2026
ICYMI, our latest newsletter is now on the Trust’s website: www.leverhulme.ac.uk/newsletter @exeter.ac.uk @universityofleeds.bsky.social @ucl.ac.uk @mazinggrace.bsky.social @bruceboucher.bsky.social @sas-news.bsky.social
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Whether you’re new to @ucl.ac.uk or returning, discover how our libraries can support your study and research needs. Read more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news... #WelcomeToUCL
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Getting started with UCL Library Services 2026
Whether you’re new to UCL or returning, discover how our libraries can support your study and research needs.
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UCL @ucl.ac.uk · 21/09/2026
Today is #WorldAlzheimersDay. At UCL‬ we're tackling the global challenge of #dementia by focusing our world-leading expertise on prevention, care and cure. Explore our research stories to learn more: 🔗 bit.ly/3SwtZE7 #UCLDementia
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UCL PhD for the Ecological Study of the Brain @ecologicalbrain.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
We are excited to welcome applications for studentships in the Ecological Study of Brain and Behaviour pathway within the UBEL DTP. Take the next step in your research journey with us. Pre-Registration is now open - apply here!
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UBEL DTP 2027 Entry: ESRC Main Studentships Competition - UCL-led Doctoral Training Entities and Partnerships
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UCL PhD for the Ecological Study of the Brain @ecologicalbrain.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
We encourage all applicants to apply for a studentship in the Ecological Study of Brain and Behaviour pathway in UBEL DTP. UBEL DTP studentship application opens on SurveyMonkey today! ubel-dtp.ac.uk/esrc-student...
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ESRC Studentships Main Competition - UBEL DTP
ESRC Studentships Main Competition The UBEL DTP’s fully funded ESRC studentships cover full payment of tuition fees per year and an annual maintenance stipend. What’s on offer UBEL DTP studentships co...
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UCL Div. of Psychology & Language Sciences (PALS) @uclpals.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
🧠 Explore the science of the brain at the UCL200 Dementia Research Showcase 📅 18 Sept Meet UCL researchers, get hands-on with interactive exhibits & discover more about how the brain works - & the latest research helping us better understand dementia. 🔗 More: www.ucl.ac.uk/brain-scienc...
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UCL PhD for the Ecological Study of the Brain @ecologicalbrain.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
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Settling in to UCL? Student Support and Wellbeing Services are here for you
Whether you’ve just arrived or you’re returning to UCL, the start of term can feel like a big change. There’s lots to take in: new systems, maybe a new city, and probably a few unanswered questions.
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UCL @ucl.ac.uk · 06/09/2026
What a day! 💜 Yesterday, Saturday 5 September, we welcomed prospective students and their families to UCL for our Open Day. We’ve picked out a few of our favourite moments from the day. 📸 Thanks to everyone who came along! We loved having you with us!
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Gabriella Vigliocco @gabriellavigliocco.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
How does the architecture of a city shape the way we think, talk, and draw space?
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UCL Discovery @ucldiscovery.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Open Access UCL Research: Comparison of Brain Age With Standard MRI Assessment for Dementia Risk Stratification in Subjective and Mild Cognitive Impairment discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10...
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UCL PhD for the Ecological Study of the Brain @ecologicalbrain.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
All our program details can be found below!
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Leverhulme Doctoral Training Programme for the Ecological Study of the Brain (3 Years) MPhil/PhD
This Doctoral Training Programme (DTP) trains students in the interdisciplinary study of interactions between human brain function, behaviour and real-world environments. We bring together supervisors...
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UCL News @uclnews.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
The first use of artificial intelligence to support a neurosurgeon in real time during live surgery has protected the sight of a man having a brain tumour removed, in a @uclqsion.bsky.social, @uclengineering.bsky.social & @uclh.bsky.social collaboration
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First patient in live AI-assisted sight-saving brain surgery
The first use of artificial intelligence to support a neurosurgeon in real time during live surgery has protected the sight of a man having a brain tumour removed, in a UCL-UCLH collaboration.
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UCL PhD for the Ecological Study of the Brain @ecologicalbrain.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
We encourage all applicants to apply for a studentship in the Ecological Study of Brain and Behaviour pathway in UBEL DTP. The deadline for 2026/27 academic year is 30th October 2026 for Pre-Registration and 9th November 2026 for Preliminary applications. More info - www.ucl.ac.uk/brain-scienc...
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UCL Discovery @ucldiscovery.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Open Access UCL Research: Artificial intelligence in deep brain stimulation for movement disorders: a systematic review and technology readiness assessment discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10...
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Artificial intelligence in deep brain stimulation for movement disorders: a systematic review and technology readiness assessment - UCL Discovery
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UCL Discovery @ucldiscovery.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Open Access UCL Research: Brain contrastive modeling reveals depression subtypes with distinct treatment response and progression discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10...
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Brain contrastive modeling reveals depression subtypes with distinct treatment response and progression - UCL Discovery
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UCL Discovery @ucldiscovery.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Open Access UCL Research: Does a monoclonal antibody targeting immune cells affect glutamatergic level in schizophrenia? A multimodal PET/MRS brain imaging study discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10...
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Does a monoclonal antibody targeting immune cells affect glutamatergic level in schizophrenia? A multimodal PET/MRS brain imaging study - UCL Discovery
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UCL Discovery @ucldiscovery.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Open Access UCL Research: C1q and immunoglobulins mediate activity-dependent synapse loss in the adult brain discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10...
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C1q and immunoglobulins mediate activity-dependent synapse loss in the adult brain - UCL Discovery
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Department of Neuromuscular Diseases, UCL QSION @uclqsneuromuscular.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
UCL and MANX MSA Trust Strengthen Partnership with New Research Programme into Biomarker Discovery. A new research programme at UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology will investigate novel biomarkers for Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) - www.ucl.ac.uk/brain-scienc...
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UCL and MANX MSA Trust Strengthen Partnership with New Research Programme into Biomarker Discovery
A new research programme at UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology will investigate novel biomarkers for Multiple System Atrophy (MSA)
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UCL Div. of Psychology & Language Sciences (PALS) @uclpals.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
UCL researchers, led by Prof. Jeremy Skipper from UCL PALS, have identified brain changes that may help explain why inner speech is sometimes experienced as an external voice in psychosis. 🔗 Find out more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/brain-scienc...
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UCL Discovery @ucldiscovery.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Open Access UCL Research: Mediation Analysis Between Brain Age, Disease-Modifying Factors, and Disability and Cognitive Performance in Multiple Sclerosis discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10...
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Mediation Analysis Between Brain Age, Disease-Modifying Factors, and Disability and Cognitive Performance in Multiple Sclerosis - UCL Discovery
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UCL Discovery @ucldiscovery.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Open Access UCL Research: Attitudes Towards Brain Health and Dementia Risk Reduction Among Minoritised Ethnic Communities in the United Kingdom: A Cross-Sectional Survey Analysis discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10...
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Attitudes Towards Brain Health and Dementia Risk Reduction Among Minoritised Ethnic Communities in the United Kingdom: A Cross-Sectional Survey Analysis - UCL Discovery
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