We summarize primate sensory maps highlighting modality differences and present a downloadable human-fMRI-based parcellation. We review moveable maps and spatial traveling waves data. Finally, using data from scene and language comprehension, we hypothesize that localized activity patterns might escape from mapped cortex, move across cortex, and return to maps to generate motor output.

Spiny mice are a highly social, communal species ideal for studying grouping and nonreproductive social behaviors. In this talk, I will highlight data from various studies that identify neural mechanisms that allow spiny mice to get along with novel peers. Additionally, I will present new data on spiny mouse group dynamics and discuss future directions for obtaining high throughput data from complex groups.

Assistant Professor, Pharmacology, Pharmacy
Dr Felix Chan is an Assistant Professor in Pharmacology at the Department of Pharmacy. Dr. Chan is a neuroscientist by training; but has a wide-ranging interest in studying metabolism and mitochondrial function in the body. He is a recognized world-leading expert in brain metabolism and energetics; with particular implications in brain diseases such as epilepsy. He is passionate about translational research and regularly engages with clinical and industry colleagues to develop new cutting-edge treatment approach for diseases by targeting metabolism and mitochondrial function. 

Assistant Professor, Pharmacology, Pharmacy Dr Felix Chan is an Assistant Professor in Pharmacology at the Department of Pharmacy. Dr. Chan is a neuroscientist by training; but has a wide-ranging interest in studying metabolism and mitochondrial function in the body. He is a recognized world-leading expert in brain metabolism and energetics; with particular implications in brain diseases such as epilepsy. He is passionate about translational research and regularly engages with clinical and industry colleagues to develop new cutting-edge treatment approach for diseases by targeting metabolism and mitochondrial function.

Join Resources for Researchers Office Hours on Tuesday, September 15, 1-2pm via Zoom for a session on collecting data with Qualtrics. Nathan Jeffery from CITL Data Analytics will walk through how to get started using Qualtrics for research data collection, followed by open Q&A. Whether you're new to the tool or have a specific project in mind, bring your questions. No registration needed, all are welcome.

Climer Lab
Research Areas
Neuroscience and Neurologic disorders
Disease Research Interests
The Climer Lab uses cutting edge techniques to tease apart these events and to learn about how our memories are stored, how they change over time, and ultimately, how they are forgotten.
M. Gillette Lab
Research Areas
Immunology and Inflammation, Neuroscience and Neurologic disorders
Disease Research Interests
Our research aims to uncover how biological timing systems regulate integrative brain functions and overall health. 

Preparing for the academic job market? The Writers Workshop will review genre expectations for statements of teaching philosophy and provide examples from a range of disciplines. We will share strategies for drafting, strengthening, and tailoring your own statement.

This presentation will be held via Zoom and is open to all current U of I affiliates (students, faculty, and staff). You will need to be logged into your Illinois Zoom account to join. 

Please register with your Illinois email by September 8 to receive the Zoom details on the morning of the event. If you register on the day of, please email wow@illinois.edu immediately to request the Zoom details - we will do our best to get them to you prior to the event.

All registrants will receive access to the presentation materials via email the following business day.

Going on the academic job market? You'll likely need a teaching statement, and you may also need a diversity statement and/or service statement. In this informative workshop, you will learn what goes in each of these documents, how they should be formatted, and how to use them effectively in your job search. We will discuss the new and evolving requirements for the "service statement" (which can also be known by other names), as well as how best to approach more traditional statements on teaching and diversity.

No registration required. This session will take place on Zoom at https://go.grad.illinois.edu/eventspace

See the full listing of Graduate College workshops at https://go.grad.illinois.edu/workshops

*If you require any disability-related accommodations to participate in this workshop more fully, please email gradsuccess@illinois.edu

Research Resource Forum: Navigating Research Support in LAS

Join the LAS Office of Research for an overview of the services, people, and processes that support research development and administration across the College. This session will introduce the LAS research team, highlight key areas of support, and provide practical guidance on how to engage with our office throughout the lifecycle of a project—from early-stage idea development to proposal submission and award management.

Participants will gain a clearer understanding of who to contact and when, what services are available, and how to effectively access support. The session will also outline coordination between LAS and Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA) during proposal preparation and submission, helping to demystify roles and timelines across units.

In addition, we will share core resources for policies, compliance guidance, and best practices, equipping attendees with tools to navigate research requirements with confidence. The event will conclude with time for discussion and questions, offering an opportunity to connect directly with the LAS research team and peers.

Approx. time: 45 minutes
Format: hybrid (Zoom link provided upon registration)

Registration closes Monday, September 7 @ 5:00pm.

Join an informal session focused on providing an introduction to the wide variety of data science research and instructional resources at Illinois for faculty and staff joining the university this semester. All disciplines and campus units are welcome.

Hosts: John MacMullen, Executive Director, Office of Data Science Research (ODSR), and A.J. Schmidt, Data Science Program Coordinator, LAS

This session is part of the ODSR Data Science Research Collaboration Community webinar series.

What is a faculty interview actually like? What sorts of questions will I be asked? How should I talk about my research and teaching? What do I do if there are technical problems? Get answers to these questions and more as you learn the basics of the first-round faculty interviews.

No registration required. This session will take place on Zoom at https://go.grad.illinois.edu/eventspace

See the full listing of Graduate College workshops at https://go.grad.illinois.edu/workshops

*If you require any disability-related accommodations to participate in this workshop more fully, please email gradsuccess@illinois.edu

Create the "write" habit! Our writing group provides graduate students with dedicated time to make progress on writing in a supportive atmosphere. The writing group provides structured writing, break, and discussion time, with each meeting consisting of a short goal-setting conversation, quiet writing time, and a concluding reflection and wrap-up. 

You will be working on your own current writing (e.g., thesis, dissertation, manuscript). These groups do not offer feedback--if you're looking to learn more and improve your writing, check out our events or make an appointment to get individualized feedback. These groups are ideal for graduate students who are seeking to create or return to a writing routine, make progress and meet deadlines on long-term projects, or jump-start a new writing project. Find more information and our Writing Group FAQs here, and learn more about our consultations and policies.

Our writing groups are held every Tuesday from 9:30am-12:30pm, and we encourage you to attend regularly. We will not meet on campus holidays.

This event will be held in a hybrid format: Join us in-person in the Main Library Orange Room. Or, join us online. The Zoom link will be in your registration confirmation email and in the weekly reminder emails.

The Writers Workshop will email you a weekly reminder. You only need to register once for the recurring writing group. Please register using your University of Illinois email.

Melissa Mlynski, Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer, presents Ethics and Compliance Trainings for the University Community.

Create the "write" habit! Our writing group provides graduate students with dedicated time to make progress on writing in a supportive atmosphere. The writing group provides structured writing, break, and discussion time, with each meeting consisting of a short goal-setting conversation, quiet writing time, and a concluding reflection and wrap-up. 

You will be working on your own current writing (e.g., thesis, dissertation, manuscript). These groups do not offer feedback--if you're looking to learn more and improve your writing, check out our events or make an appointment to get individualized feedback. These groups are ideal for graduate students who are seeking to create or return to a writing routine, make progress and meet deadlines on long-term projects, or jump-start a new writing project. Find more information and our Writing Group FAQs here, and learn more about our consultations and policies.

Our writing groups are held every Friday from 9:30am-12:30pm, and we encourage you to attend regularly. We will not meet on campus holidays.

This event will be held in a hybrid format: Join us in-person in the Main Library Orange Room. Or, join us online. The Zoom link will be in your registration confirmation email and in the weekly reminder emails.

The Writers Workshop will email you a weekly reminder. You only need to register once for the recurring writing group. Please register using your University of Illinois email.

The ability to craft an effective funding proposal is a skill that can reap a lifetime of rewards. As a graduate student, now is the time to hone your grantwriting proficiency. In this workshop, designed for students in STEM fields, you will learn how to identify funding opportunities, strategize the components of an effective proposal, and think like a grantwriter. Come with questions about this mysterious genre, leave with a template that you can adapt to become a competitive applicant for prestigious university, national, and international funding competitions. 

Register in advance for the link to this online workshop. 

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Learn about the basics of LaTeX - a text processor that can help with academic journal formatting. This workshop will cover the process of setting up LaTeX through Overleaf, getting familiar with basic LaTeX formatting - including sections, citations, and images - as well as using features specific to Linguistics writing, such as syntax trees and glosses. All are welcome!

Many funding agencies require a personal statement in addition to an applicant’s research proposal. Why?! What on earth are you supposed to talk about? If these questions have induced writer’s block, this workshop is for you. We will assess the range of personal statement prompts you may encounter and distill their shared essence. Participants will learn the qualities of a compelling statement and a writing process they can follow to arrive at a complete first draft. 

Register in advance for the link to join this online workshop.

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