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Brain simulation helps us understanding how our brain works – and developing personalized therapies for its diseases.

A human brain consists of 86 billion neurons and 150 trillion connections between them. It runs on as little energy as an LED light bulb. It would take 1,500 Google data centers (they only have 15) to simulate just one brain with molecular accuracy, costing 1 trillion dollar per year and consuming 600 terawatt hours.

Here at the Brain Simulation Section (part of Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin), we have been at the forefront of network-based brain simulation, computational neuroscience and its clinical application for more than 10 years.

In collaboration with other international research centers, we have developed a way to simulate a brain even on a laptop – with reduced complexity but feasible, sufficiently accurate, scalable and already used in practical clinical applications.

We work towards our vision of providing digital copies of a person’s brain to virtually plan and test personalized treatment of brain orders, e.g. Alzheimer’s, stroke, epilepsy or tumors.

Our team is growing fast and we would be happy to welcome you, e.g. as software developer, lab manager or research assistant! Check out our current job openings or send us your speculative application!

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Brain Simulation Section is a research center of Charité Universitätsmedizin

Berlin Institute of Health @ Charité

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  • BrainModes Conference 2024

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    Nov

    November 18–21, Bilbao, Spain

    Save the date for the 2024 BrainModes Conference in Bilbao, Spain, Nov 18-21. Join us as our group leader, Prof. Petra Ritter, and other experts guide you through cutting-edge advancements in neuroimaging, brain dynamics, and health sciences – the fut

  • Zukunftsforum Künstliche Intelligenz

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    Nov

    November 6, Berlin, Germany.

    Join us on 06.11.2024 at the Zukunftsforum Künstliche Intelligenz at the IHK Berlin.

    Prof. Petra Ritter will give a presentation at 14:00 on Das TEF Health Projekt: Berliner Erfolgsgeschichten. Find out more about the day's program [here]

  • Berlin Science Week 2024: Einstein in the Dome - My Virtual Brain

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    Nov

    November 6, Berlin, Germany

    We are excited to announce our participation at the Berlin Science Week 2024 through an independent event that showcases our research group’s groundbreaking work in brain simulation.

    The “Einstein in the Dome” series, co-jointly organize

  • Petra Ritter to give keynote at HMA/EMA public workshop on responsible use of AI in medicine

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    Nov

    November 5, Digital

    Our lab lead, Petra Ritter, will give a keynote at the HMA/EMA public workshop concerning the safe and responsible use of AI in medical contexts. The workshop is open to the public, and one may register [here](https://ema-europa.webex.com/weblink/registe

  • Webinar with Petra Ritter on AI and Robotics use in the health care sector

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    Oct

    October 25, Digital

    Petra Ritter will be giving a webinar as part of a series on quality assurance of AI in the healthcare sector. Her webinars will be on October 25th at 8:15-9:00 in English. A variety of topics will be covered, but mainly these important subjects:

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  • TEF-Health Public Event @IHT Conference

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    Oct

    October 15–16, Porto, Portugal

    Discover how cutting-edge technology and collaborative innovation are reshaping global health systems. Join us at the TEF-Health Public Event in Porto, Portugal, on October 15, a partnering event to the Innovating Health Together Conference. Industry

  • World Health Summit 2024

    13

    Oct

    October 13–15, Berlin & Digital

    Our lab lead, Petra Ritter will be on a panel about European Health Data hosted by the European Commission at the World Health Summit 2024.

    The session aims to present the main characteristics of The European Health Data Space (EHDS), explaining the

  • SfN 2024 Conference

    5

    Oct

    October 5–9, Chicago, USA

    Join us from October 5–9 at Neuroscience 2024, where the international scientific community converges to explore the latest in neuroscience. Connect with leading experts, participate in enlightening sessions, and don't miss the opportunity to visit Th

  • ICES Foundation Biennial Workshop VII

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    Oct

    October 1–5, Geneva, Switzerland

    Mark your calendar for the ICES Foundation Biennial Workshop VII from October 1st to 4th, 2024, in Geneva. Our group leader, Prof. Petra Ritter, is an honored Guest Speaker and will share her insights on the role of AI and robotics in healthcare.

  • CNS*2024 Conference

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    Jul

    July 20–24, Natal, Brazil

    Join us at CNS*2024 in Natal, Brazil, where we'll be at the forefront of computational neuroscience innovation! We're excited to announce our participation and workshop on "Whole Brain Network Modeling for Clinical Application." Discover how personali

  • environMENTAL Summit 2024

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    Jul

    July 1–2, Berlin, Germany

    Save the date for a two-day event focusing on the intersection of artificial intelligence and mental health. Hosted by the environMENTAL Consortium, this summit gathers experts at the Berlin-Brandenburg Science Academy. Join us for a unique opportunit

  • 2024 OHBM Annual Meeting

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    Jun

    June 23–27, Seoul, Korea

    Join the Brain Simulation Section from June 23-27 at the COEX Convention and Exhibition Center in Seoul, Korea. Be part of the journey as we share groundbreaking insights in neuroimaging and brain simulation. Connect with our team, engage in discussio

  • Long Night of the Sciences 2024

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    Jun

    June 22, Berlin, Germany

    Explore cutting-edge advancements in neuroscience with us at the Long Night of the Sciences 2024 in Berlin. Get ready to unlock the secrets of The Virtual Brain on June 22nd.


    Get ready for an unforgettable exploration of scientific wonders at t

  • 2024 Brain Connectivity Workshop

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    Jun

    June 19–21, Shanghai, China & Online


    Mark your calendars for the 2024 Brain Connectivity Workshop, hosted by the Institute of Science and Technology for Brain-inspired Intelligence (ISTBI) at Fuda

  • EUHA Symposium – Rethinking Healthcare Systems

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    Jun

    June 13, Stockholm, Sweden

    On Thursday, June 13th, Karolinska University Hospital, in partnership with the European University Hospital Alliance (EUHA), will host a significant symposium titled **“Rethinki