Conference Description
The Thalamocortical Interactions GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes an array of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of all career stages, and afternoon free time and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with leaders in the field.
The topics, speakers, and discussion leaders for the conference sessions are displayed below. The conference chair is currently developing their detailed program, which will include the complete meeting schedule, as well as the talk titles for all speakers. The detailed program will be available by October 25, 2025. Please check back for updates.
Keynote Session: Circuitry and Function of Thalamus
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Consciousness, Brain States, and Modulatory Systems in Thalamus
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The Thalamus and Brain Plasticity
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The Thalamus and Development
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Thalamic Contributions to Pain and Itch
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The Social and Cognitive Thalamus
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The Thalamus in Addiction and Motivation
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Sensory and Higher Order Thalamus
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Motor Functions of the Thalamus
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