Neuroscience of Dreaming
Summer School
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May 4-8, 2026 - Lucca, Italy
Although dreams have fascinated humankind since the earliest ages, their rigorous, scientific study is a rather new development, and has taken on considerable momentum in recent years. Far from being a scientific curiosity, dreaming is currently being researched as a model to study consciousness, as a reflection of fundamental functions of sleep, and as a way to gain better insight into sleep disorders and mental illness. The "Neuroscience of Dreaming" summer school will educate and update researchers on the progress in this field and raise awareness for the techniques used to study dreams. By bringing together renowned international experts in the fields of consciousness, psychology, neuroscience, and sleep medicine, we will create a unique opportunity for networking and in-depth exchanges in this fast-growing field.
Website of the 2024 edition: https://nin.nl/dreaming/
Open to
Open to
Advanced students and neuroscientists, biologists, psychologists, and clinicians. Bachelor-level knowledge in neuroscience, psychology, or related fields is expected from all participants.
Participation
Participation
We aim to host a diverse and engaged audience of up to 100 participants, including researchers, students, and clinicians with an interest in the neuroscience of dreaming. Through lectures, workshops, discussions, and collaborative activities, the summer school will provide a stimulating environment to exchange knowledge, develop skills, and build new collaborations.
Applicants will have the opportunity to submit scientific abstracts, which will be considered for selection in a flash talk session during the event. This will give participants the chance to present their work to the entire audience and receive feedback from peers and faculty. In addition, the program will feature a dedicated project networking session designed to foster collaboration and stimulate new research directions. Admitted participants will be invited to submit project proposals in advance, which will then be presented and discussed during this session, offering a unique opportunity to connect with others who share similar interests and complementary expertise.
Specific information about the registration process, participation fees, and key dates and deadlines will be available soon on the Registration page. We encourage early applications and look forward to welcoming a broad community of scholars passionate about dream research!
Application deadline: January 15, 2026
Members of the organizing committee
Members of the organizing committee
IMT School: Giulio Bernardi, Valentina Elce, Ruggero Basanisi, Bianca Pedreschi, Francesca dalle Piagge
Donders Institute: Martin Dresler
Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience: Francesca Siclari
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