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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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  • 16th Göttingen Meeting of the German Neuroscience Society

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    Mar

    March 26–29, Göttingen, Germany

    From March 26–29, 2025, the German Neuroscience Society will host the 16th Göttingen Meeting. With a diverse program of symposia, workshops, and talks, including a contribution from Prof. Petra Ritter, the event promises thoughtful discussion and new

  • SPECTARIS–Trend Forum Robotics 2024

    11

    Dec

    December 11, Berlin, Germany

    Join us at the SPECTARIS–Trend Forum Robotics 2024 in Berlin, where cutting-edge innovations in photonics, medtech robotics, laboratory robotics, and high-tech production will be showcased. Don't miss the chance to hear from Prof. Ritter, who will sha

  • Digital Health Conference 2024

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    Nov

    November 28, Berlin, Germany

    We are happy to announce that Prof. Petra Ritter will be speaking at the Bitkom Digital Health Conference on 28.11 at Kosmos Berlin (Karl-Marx Allee 131, 10243 Berlin).

    Prof. Ritter will speak on the panel *

  • NeuroNovember Convention 2024

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    Nov

    November 23–24, Online

    The NeuroNovember Convention 2024 will take place on November 23–24, 2024, offering a global platform for exploring neuroscience and its many intersections with related disciplines. Held entirely online, the event

  • 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

  • TÜV AICon 2024

    14

    Nov

    November 14, Berlin, Germany

    Join us on the 14th of November at the TÜV AICon. Prof. Petra Ritter will be contributing a presentation: AI Frontier: Brain Simulation Insights.

    The conference will take p

  • Zukunftsforum Künstliche Intelligenz

    6

    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

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    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