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I wanted to re-advertise the 2024 CVS Symposium and update the posting with the new abstract deadline, which is now June 21: </p>
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The 33<sup>rd</sup> <a href="https://www.cvs.rochester.edu/symposium/index.html" style="color:purple">Center for Visual Science Symposium</a> will be held August 15<sup>th</sup> – 17<sup>th</sup>, 2024 in Rochester, NY. This year the symposium will focus
on the topic of <b>Imaging and Modulation of Neural Activity in the Eye and Brain <i>in vivo</i></b>. We have put together a great lineup of speakers with experts in calcium imaging, optogenetics, label free methods, functional ultrasound, adaptive optics,
viral vector development, vision restoration and more. <b><u>The deadline for abstract submission has been extended to June </u></b><b><u>21<sup>st</sup> 2024.</u></b></p>
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<u>The symposium offers a <b><i>generous stipend </i></b>for Young Investigators (e.g., students, postdocs, and others) to defray travel expenses and registration.</u></p>
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Our program will highlight not only the latest technical advances in neuroimaging and neuromodulation, but also new discoveries made using these approaches, with the aim of encouraging wider understanding and adoption of these techniques.</p>
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In addition to having an exciting scientific program, the conference will hold several fun events for socializing and professional development including ‘meet-the-experts’ lunches, one-on-one mentoring with established faculty, and a networking reception.</p>
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The conference dinner event will be held at a <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/oncefingerlakes.com/__;!!CGUSO5OYRnA7CQ!coZmaEZhoSfidRJJPvX6Cqo1QDWJ2LlyqyV_3NNMLoEh_9Z9fQwHSktA-KnC-_GAnOsW_1nz6qxTP3IIbfmgv0rD3jwj$" style="color:purple">winery</a> in
the picturesque Seneca Lake.</p>
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More information about the symposium can be found on the <a href="https://www.cvs.rochester.edu/symposium/program.html" style="color:purple">Program’s Website</a></p>
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We hope to see you and your colleagues in Rochester this summer!</p>
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