Computational neuroscience sits at the crossroads of biology, physics, mathematics, and computer science — aiming to unravel the complexities of the brain through models, algorithms, and data. Europe is home to some of the most forward-thinking research hubs and degree programs in this space, and fortunately, there’s no shortage of scholarships to help students at all levels dive in.

سالگرہ کے دن کیک لے کر ملنے گیا لیکن۔۔ ثنا یوسف کی جان کیوں لی؟ ملزم نے ساری کہانی اگل ڈالی

فالوورز کی دنیا میں مقبول ٹک ٹاکر ثناء یوسف کی المناک موت کا معمہ حل ہونے کے قریب ہے، اور اس میں جو تفصیلات سامنے آ رہی ہیں وہ نہ صرف چونکا دینے والی ہیں بلکہ خوفناک انسانی نفسیات کی ایک جھلک بھی پیش کرتی ہیں۔

ذرائع کے مطابق فیصل آباد کے رہائشی عمر حیات نے اس دلخراش واقعے کا اعتراف کر لیا ہے۔ پولیس کو دیے گئے بیان میں اس نے کہا ہے کہ وہ اسلام آباد میں بارہا ثناء سے ملنے کی کوشش کرتا رہا، مگر بار بار انکار نے اس کے اندر نفرت کی ایسی چنگاری بھڑکا دی کہ وہ بالآخر جان لیوا ثابت ہوئی
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تحقیقات سے پتا چلا ہے کہ عمر حیات ایک کرائے کی فارچونر گاڑی پر اسلام آباد آیا، تحفے اور کیک لیے 2 جون کو اس نے ثناء یوسف کے دروازے پر دستک دی، کیونکہ وہ اس دن اپنی سالگرہ منا رہی تھیں۔ لیکن جب ثناء نے دروازہ تک کھولنے سے انکار کیا تو، محبت کی امید نے بدلے کی چنگاری بھڑکا دی۔

پولیس ذرائع کے مطابق عمر حیات نے گاڑی کا کرایہ بھی ادا نہیں کیا تھا۔ رینٹ اے کار کے مالک نے جب یہ سنا کہ ان کی گاڑی ایک قتل میں استعمال ہوئی ہے تو وہ خود ہی پولیس کے پاس پہنچ گیا، اور واجب الادا رقم کا دعویٰ بھی کیا۔

قتل کے بعد، عمر حیات نے فرار ہونے میں بھی چالاکی دکھائی۔ پہلے ایک بائیک رائیڈ بک کی، پھر راستے میں اتر کر ٹیکسی سے راولپنڈی کا لاری اڈہ پہنچا، جہاں سے بس کے ذریعے فیصل آباد روانہ ہو گیا — جیسے کچھ ہوا ہی نہ ہو۔

پولیس نے اب تک ملزم کا ابتدائی بیان، موبائل ریکارڈ، سی سی ٹی وی ویڈیوز اور دیگر شواہد اکٹھے کرنا شروع کر دیے ہیں، تاکہ کیس کو مضبوطی سے آگے بڑھایا جا سکے اور مقتولہ کو انصاف دلایا جا سکے۔

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees (EMJMD) – EuroNeuro and Related Programs

Best for: Students looking for a structured, international master’s program with full funding

The Erasmus Mundus program remains one of the most attractive scholarship schemes in Europe. While there isn’t a degree titled exactly “Computational Neuroscience,” several joint programs like NeuroData, NeurotechEU, and EM Joint Master in Brain and Data Science include computational neuroscience, machine learning for neuroimaging, and cognitive modeling in their core structure.

What it covers:

• Full tuition fees
• Monthly living stipend (~€1,000/month)
• Travel and installation allowance
• Health insurance

Eligibility:

• Bachelor’s in neuroscience, physics, computer science, bioengineering, or math
• English language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL)
• Strong academic performance and motivation

Deadline: Usually between November and January for fall 2025 intake

DAAD Scholarships – Germany

Best for: International master’s and PhD students interested in neuroinformatics, AI, and brain science

Germany’s strong presence in computational neuroscience — think institutions like the Max Planck Institute for Brain Research, Charité Berlin, and TU Berlin — makes DAAD one of the top funding sources. Programs like the Bernstein Center for Computational Neuroscience (BCCN) in Berlin offer specialized training in neural modeling and neurotechnologies.

What it covers:

• Monthly stipend (€934 for master’s, €1,300+ for PhD)
• Travel allowance
• Insurance and accommodation subsidies
• Tuition waivers (if applicable)

Eligibility:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in STEM
• Research interest in neuroscience, AI, or biomedical engineering
• Varies depending on the specific university and track

Deadline: Program-specific (usually October–December for the following year)

EPFL Excellence Fellowships – Switzerland

Best for: Master’s students with strong backgrounds in math, physics, or engineering

The École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) is a key player in neuroengineering and brain modeling, especially through its Blue Brain Project. If you’re aiming for deep research in simulation neuroscience, this is the place to be.

What it covers:

• CHF 10,000/semester for living expenses
• Tuition waivers
• Mentorship and research placements

Eligibility:

• Bachelor’s in relevant STEM field
• High academic performance
• Motivation for research-based master’s

Deadline: Typically December–January for Fall 2025 entry

Human Brain Project (HBP) – Education & Training Fellowships

Best for: PhD students and postdocs doing cutting-edge interdisciplinary brain research

The Human Brain Project, an EU Flagship initiative, funds and supports a wide range of research through its successor programs under EBRAINS. While it doesn’t function as a traditional scholarship program, it supports PhD students and early-career researchers involved in projects related to brain simulation, neuroinformatics, and AI-inspired neuroscience.

What it offers:

• Funding for research visits, summer schools, and training camps
• Integration into a European neuroscience network
• Access to high-performance computing tools and datasets

Eligibility:

• PhD enrollment or early-stage researcher
• Research aligned with HBP/EBRAINS mission
• Institutional nomination required

Deadline: Varies by call — several open each year

Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) – Doctoral Networks and Postdoctoral Fellowships

Best for: PhD candidates and postdocs working on neurocomputational modeling or systems neuroscience

MSCA fellowships fund structured doctoral and postdoctoral research across the EU, with many programs dedicated to neural computation, brain-inspired AI, and neurotechnology. You’ll often find MSCA-funded doctoral networks specifically focused on data-driven brain modeling or neuromorphic systems.

What it covers:

• Salary and living allowances
• Research/travel costs
• Institutional and training support

Eligibility:

• Early-stage researchers (within 8 years of PhD for postdoc grants)
• Must move to a new country (mobility requirement)
• PhD candidates must not already hold a doctorate

Deadline: Calls typically open mid-year; deadlines in September or October

Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP) – Sweden

Best for: Students from select countries applying to neuroscience or AI-heavy master’s programs

Sweden’s emphasis on interdisciplinary neuroscience is visible in programs at Karolinska Institute, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, and Lund University. While SISGP doesn’t focus solely on neuroscience, eligible master’s programs in computational biology, biomedical engineering, and machine learning for life sciences make it highly relevant.

What it covers:

• Full tuition
• Monthly stipend (SEK 12,000)
• Travel grant
• Insurance

Eligibility:

• 3,000+ hours of work experience
• Strong academic and leadership profile
• Acceptance into an eligible master’s program

Deadline: Typically February for August intake

Other Notable University-Based Scholarships

• University College London (UCL) – Offers MSc in Computational Neuroscience and Cognitive Robotics with funding options through departmental and alumni scholarships.
• TU Munich & LMU Munich (Germany) – Joint graduate programs in neuroscience and cognitive systems offer stipends via local research clusters.
• Université Paris-Saclay (France) – PhD funding via Labex, CNRS, and INRIA collaborations in computational modeling of brain systems.
• Radboud University (Netherlands) – Home to the Donders Institute, which provides stipends for research students in brain and cognition.

Quick Tips for 2025 Applications

• Many of these scholarships tie directly into research-led programs, so having a clear research interest or proposal — even at the master’s level — can give you an edge.
• For PhD or MSCA fellowships, start contacting potential supervisors or project leaders well before applications open.
• Keep an eye on centralized portals like EURAXESS, MSCA’s project listings, and individual university pages.

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