Research Internships

Lab visit description

Are you interested in brain imaging and non-invasive brain stimulation, and would you like to broaden your horizon by joining a rich and diverse hands-on research experience? Using MRI and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), we investigate the effects of motor learning and aging on the human brain. In close collaboration with your colleagues and the participants, you will support ongoing MRI and TMS research experiments, learn about various MRI research techniques, and get the chance to build a solid skillset in TMS. 

You will be working with Prof. Koen Cuypers and his Ph.D. students at the university of Hasselt (REVAL).

Duration of lab visitIdeally 3 months, but other durations are also possible.
Costs covered by labResearch material, basic facilities (internet, desk, participation to experiments and modelling), supervision
Costs to be covered by participantsTravel costs and accommodation must be covered by the visiting student or the sending institution. 
Required language skillsEnglish (Dutch is a plus)

Scientific methods offered to the student

  • Non-invasive brain stimulation (TMS, tDCS, tACS, etc)
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging techniques
  • Advanced data analysis

Application details

Application has to contain the following documents:

  • Recommendation letter
  • Copy of passport
  • Motivation letter
  • Grades

Applications will be evaluated based on the received information and an online interview. The decision will be based on information provided by the applicant, the ongoing research at the time of the planned visit, and the number of other internships in the lab. 

Be aware that the visit can only start after all administration has been finalized by the applicant and the sending/receiving university. This can take up to several weeks/months.

Application to be sent via email to Prof. Dr. Koen Cuypers.