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Limited space at YNiC this week
by Jennifer Ashton 03 Sep '25

03 Sep '25

Hello, We are having the lighting replaced over at YNiC today, tomorrow and Friday. This means we have limited computers available to work on. This afternoon, the interview rooms and small open plan office will be available for anyone wishing to work over here. This work will not impact any booked scanning. Many thanks, Jennifer -- Jennifer Ashton, PhD, RSci, MIScT Senior Research Technician York Neuroimaging Centre Ema <https://www.york.ac.uk/about/legal-statements/email-disclaimer/>il Disclaimer <https://www.york.ac.uk/about/legal-statements/email-disclaimer/>

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YNiC Method Discussions & Growing Up in Science — seeking your input
by Kenji Kobayashi 26 Aug '25

26 Aug '25

Hi All, We are excited to announce that, in addition to the research seminar, YNiC is going to host two kinds of events this year: *Neuroimaging Methods Discussion* and *Growing Up in Science*! We hope these will provide more opportunities to share your interests in neuroimaging with the YNiC user community. We are now seeking for your inputs so that we can organize them according to your preferences. Details below. *1. Neuroimaging Methods Discussion* We know that many in our community enjoy workshops and talks on neuroimaging methods. At the same time, we recognize that the needs and interests of our community are quite diverse. Therefore, we will host events focusing on the topics of *your choice*! Here’s how it works: if there is any topic you would like to learn about, discuss with others, or introduce to the community, let us know. We will work with you to organize a session, which could be led by you, or you and other YNiC researchers, with the support of YNiC staff. The topic can be as introductory or as advanced as you like, and your session could take the form of a hands-on workshop, a presentation or demo, a panel discussion, or a combination of these. If you would like, YNiC staff and I (Kenji) will be happy to support your preparation (e.g., literature review, software). We plan to host several sessions throughout the year with a flexible schedule. To make sure our sessions reflect your interests, please tell us what kind of events you would like to attend, and — more importantly — what kind you are interested in leading, by filling out this survey <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdTexCM5IYIIjQ2B8IdGz2HZmiKvcSrw3k…> or sending me an e-mail directory. (Your needs and interests may change over time, so feel free to let us know anytime, as often as you’d like.) If you are a supervisor of early career researchers, please consider encouraging them to lead a session; it will be a valuable technical and professional development opportunity. *2. Growing Up in Science* As some of you may be know, *Growing Up in Science <http://growingupinscience.web.app/>* is a conversation series that explores what it is like to have a career in science, originally started at NYU and held worldwide for over a decade. In these events, speakers share their personal stories — not just their successes, but rather their struggles, setbacks, and detours in their journey. This year, we would like to host a few *Growing Up in Science* events at YNiC, hearing directly from diverse members of our own cognitive neuroscience community. To help us organize these sessions, please let us know who you would like to hear from by filling out this anonymous survey <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN1-V1BNwYr25EM0c-CnuHMrdofHd2dqM…> or sending me an email directory (self-recommendations are strongly encouraged!). Your input will help us invite and encourage speakers to volunteer, so please share your suggestions! Thank you for reading — and for your input in advance! Best, Kenji -- Kenji Kobayashi, Ph.D. Lecturer Department of Psychology University of York

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Fwd: OHBM online conference 10-12 September
by Beth Jefferies 18 Aug '25

18 Aug '25

Some of you might be interested in this online event from OHBM :) *Organization for Human Brain Mapping: online 3 day conference* The Organization for Human Brain Mapping (OHBM) are hosting an online conference 10-12 September. Across 3 half days, there are a number of exciting sessions including an educational course on machine learning in neuroimaging, a keynote from Prof Michael Breakspear, and several topical symposiums. The conference aims to bring the latest insights in human brain imaging to our international community, outside of the annual conference. Registration fees are from just $25 for student members, non-members are also welcome. See the full schedule here <https://humanbrainmapping.org/files/Satellite_schedule.pdf>, and register here <https://humanbrainmapping.org/25SEASIG>. Thanks! Nick -- Dr Nick Souter Postdoctoral Research Fellow School of Psychology, University of Sussex N.Souter(a)sussex.ac.uk -- Beth Jefferies Department of Psychology, University of York, UK +44 01904 324368

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This Week at YNiC
by Jennifer Ashton 18 Aug '25

18 Aug '25

Hello, There will be limited YNIC support over the next couple of weeks due to staff annual leave. We will reply to support tickets and requests as soon as possible - if you require Level 3 signatures, please ask for these with plenty of notice to avoid delays/disruptions to your scanning. *MSc Class of 2025* To all those finishing up your projects, thank you for all your hard work this year. Enjoy the rest of your summer, and we wish you all the very best for whatever is next! *YNiC User Inductions* If you are aware of any new students/staff that will require access to YNiC and/or an IT account, they must attend a YNiC user induction. Our next induction will be on *Tuesday the 2nd of September, at 10:00am*. Please ask them to contact support(a)ynic.york.ac.uk to sign up. *Door Fobs* If you have a YNiC door fob that you no longer need, we would really appreciate you handing this back for us to re-use. You can bring them to YNiC (post in the silver letter box next to reception if nobody is around) or hand them into reception at Psychology. Have a great week! Many thanks, Jennifer -- Jennifer Ashton, PhD, RSci, MIScT Senior Research Technician York Neuroimaging Centre Ema <https://www.york.ac.uk/about/legal-statements/email-disclaimer/>il Disclaimer <https://www.york.ac.uk/about/legal-statements/email-disclaimer/> [image: image.png]

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Fwd: BNS Autumn Meeting 2025 (26-27 Nov): First look programme announced and abstract submission deadline
by Beth Jefferies 13 Aug '25

13 Aug '25

This meeting of the BNS might be of interest to you -- especially people working on social cognition or memory. Hope to see you there. The travel bursary deadline should read *25th October*. Cheers Beth ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Ajay Halai <Ajay.Halai(a)mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk> Date: Wed, 13 Aug 2025 at 13:45 Subject: BNS Autumn Meeting 2025 (26-27 Nov): First look programme announced and abstract submission deadline To: Dear colleague, I am writing to you directly to make sure you’re aware of the dates and the exciting programme for the *BNS Autumn Meeting* this year (*Nov 26-27th, London*). The headlines can be found directly below this message. We would very much like to include work from your research group on the programme, so please note that we are *accepting abstracts until August 27th* (click HERE <https://www.the-bns.org/abstract-submission> to submit) As always, this two-day meeting represents extraordinary value for money, with registration *free to members and* *only £15 for non-members*. You can register HERE <https://bns.wildapricot.org/events> up until Nov 25th. There are a limited number of *travel bursaries, up to the value of £250*, to cover travel and accommodation. Priority will be given to early career researchers and those presenting their work. Please submit your application via the website <https://www.the-bns.org/travel-bursaries> by 17th March. Finally, we would be delighted if you could share this communication (and display the attached posters) for staff and students at your institutions. The committee is particularly keen to boost awareness of the BNS amongst early career clinicians and researchers, as we have several prizes and awards from which they can benefit. Ajay D. Halai Meetings Secretary On behalf of the British Neuropsychological Society *British Neuropsychological Society 2025 Autumn Meeting* *Wednesday 26th & Thursday 27th November 2025* National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, 33 Queen Square, London and online *Featuring* *The 19th Freda Newcombe Prize Lecture:* Prof. Francesca Happé (King’s College London) *Social cognition: development and diagnosis* Prof. Duncan Astle (University of Cambridge) Dr Catherine Crompton (University of Edinburgh) Prof. Hilde Geurts (University of Amsterdam) *The 8th Humphreys and Riddoch Prize* *The BNS Undergraduate Prize Winner* *Special joint meeting with:* *Nederlandse Vereniging voor Neuropsychologie * *Brain stimulation: basic science to clinical application* Symposium: Dr JeYoung Jung, Dr Alekhya Mandalli, Prof. Esmee Verwijk, TBD Keynote: Prof. Alexander Sack (Maastricht University) *From neuropsychology to mechanisms of neurodegeneration* Symposium: Prof. Michael Hornberger, Dr Kirsty Lu, Dr Esther van de Berg, Dr Ilse Bader Keynote: Prof. Chris Bird (University of Sussex) *Plus* Free Papers and Poster Session Conference Reception and Dinner -- Beth Jefferies Department of Psychology, University of York, UK +44 01904 324368

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Fwd: Help Us Share: WiNUK Awards 2025 Nominations Now Open!
by Jacqueline Mayhew 22 Jul '25

22 Jul '25

Dear , I hope you're well! I'm reaching out as a volunteer with Women in Neuroscience UK (WiNUK) to ask if you'd be willing to share the announcement below with the York Neuroimaging Centre mailing list. WiNUK is currently accepting nominations for our 2025 Awards, which celebrate the achievements of female-identifying neuroscientists and allies across the UK. We’d love your help in spreading the word and encouraging nominations from your community. It would be great if you could share the message below to your social media and mailing lists. Thank you so much for your support! ’ve also attached a short promotional toolkit in Google Doc format, we’d be grateful if you could use it for your social media or internal bulletins. Thank you, Menessa Communications Liaison Officer Women in Neuroscience UK Forwardable Email for Mailing List Subject: Nominations Open: Women in Neuroscience UK (WiNUK) Awards 2025 Dear all, We’re excited to announce thatnominations are now openfor the Women in Neuroscience UK (WiNUK) Awards 2025,taking place between 5-9pm on the 7th of November in the Great Hall at King’s College London, Strand Campus. WiNUK is a volunteer-led movement dedicated to inspiring,connecting, and advocatingfor female-identifying neuroscientists. Our annual Awards celebrate excellence in neuroscience and highlight contributions across research, mentorship, science communication, and EDI (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion). 🏆Award Categories Include: Rising Star Awards * Undergraduate * Postgraduate * Postdoctoral Researcher * Early Group Leader Research Support & Research Awards * Research Support Award * Leading Researcher: Cognition and Neurodevelopment * Leading Researcher: Neuropathology and Ageing * Leading Researcher: Interdisciplinary Neuroscience * Leading Researcher: Sex/Gender in Neuroscience Outreach and Development Awards * Industry and Innovation Award * Neuroscience Communicator Award * Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Award * Mentorship Award 🔗Submit a nomination or learn more here:https://forms.gle/8m5CiMX54Qmu6uEZ9 <https://forms.gle/8m5CiMX54Qmu6uEZ9> 📅Deadline for nominations: August 10th 2025 Let’s celebrate the incredible work being done across the neuroscience community. We welcome nominations from all career stages and institutions! Best wishes, The WiNUK Team womeninneuroscienceuk.org <http://womeninneuroscienceuk.org/>

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This Week at YNiC
by Jennifer Ashton 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

Hello, *YNiC User Inductions* If you are aware of any new students/staff that will require access to YNiC and/or an IT account, they must attend a YNiC user induction. Our next induction will be on *Tuesday the 5th of August, at 10:00am*. Please ask them to contact support(a)ynic.york.ac.uk to sign up. *Level 0 Operator Training* *MRI* Level 0 Training: *Tuesday the 5th of August, 13:00-15:00.* *MEG* Level 0 Training:* Wednesday the 13th of August, 13:00-15:00.* Please note that users requesting Level 0 training should be a PhD, RA/Postdoc, or staff, and should already have a project proposal submitted to YNiC. Please email support(a)ynic.york.ac.uk if you have any questions or wish to book on to this session. Please note that sessions are limited to 4 trainees, which will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis. *Door Fobs* If you have a YNiC door fob you no longer need, you can return it to reception (you can post it in the silver letter box to the left of reception), or hand it in to reception in the Psychology Department. Thank you! *Weekend Access* Just a quick reminder that YNiC Open Plan is available for students to use over the weekend. You will however need KABA access to enter the main outside door. Please see Jackie at reception if you don't currently have access and would like it. We do have private clinics running at the centre on weekends, please remember to be professional and respectful to everyone while working here. Have a great week! Many thanks, Jennifer -- Jennifer Ashton, PhD, RSci, MIScT Senior Research Technician York Neuroimaging Centre Ema <https://www.york.ac.uk/about/legal-statements/email-disclaimer/>il Disclaimer <https://www.york.ac.uk/about/legal-statements/email-disclaimer/> [image: image.png]

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This Week at YNiC
by Jennifer Ashton 07 Jul '25

07 Jul '25

Hello, *YNiC User Inductions* If you are aware of any new students/staff that will require access to YNiC and/or an IT account, they must attend a YNiC user induction. Our next induction will be on *Tuesday the 5th of August, at 10:00am*. Please ask them to contact support(a)ynic.york.ac.uk to sign up. *Level 0 Operator Training* *MRI* Level 0 Training: *Tuesday the 5th of August, 13:00-15:00.* *MEG* Level 0 Training:* Wednesday the 13th of August, 13:00-15:00.* Please note that users requesting Level 0 training should be a PhD, RA/Postdoc, or staff, and should already have a project proposal submitted to YNiC. Please email support(a)ynic.york.ac.uk if you have any questions or wish to book on to this session. Please note that sessions are limited to 4 trainees, which will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis. *Door Fobs* If you have a YNiC door fob you no longer need, you can return it to reception (you can post it in the silver letter box to the left of reception), or hand it in to reception in the Psychology Department. Thank you! Have a great week! Many thanks, Jennifer -- Jennifer Ashton, PhD, RSci, MIScT Senior Research Technician York Neuroimaging Centre Ema <https://www.york.ac.uk/about/legal-statements/email-disclaimer/>il Disclaimer <https://www.york.ac.uk/about/legal-statements/email-disclaimer/> [image: image.png]

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This Week at YNiC
by Jennifer Ashton 30 Jun '25

30 Jun '25

Hello, *YNiC User Inductions* If you are aware of any new students/staff that will require access to YNiC and/or an IT account, they must attend a YNiC user induction. Our next induction will be on *Tuesday the 5th of August, at 10:00am*. Please ask them to contact support(a)ynic.york.ac.uk to sign up. *Level 0 Operator Training* *MRI* Level 0 Training: *Tuesday the 5th of August, 13:00-15:00.* *MEG* Level 0 Training:* Wednesday the 13th of August, 13:00-15:00.* Please note that users requesting Level 0 training should be a PhD, RA/Postdoc, or staff, and should already have a project proposal submitted to YNiC. Please email support(a)ynic.york.ac.uk if you have any questions or wish to book on to this session. Please note that sessions are limited to 4 trainees, which will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis. *Are you coming to the end of your studies?* If you will be finishing your studies soon and no longer require access to the centre, we would really appreciate it if you could clear down any files you no longer need that are stored in your /home and /scratch spaces. *Please remember, DO NOT transfer any data off YNiC systems (this includes using USB drives/hard drives or saving/sharing data using applications like google drive/dropbox/emails etc.).* If you have a YNiC door fob, you can return it to reception (you can post it in the silver letter box to the left of reception), or hand it in to reception in the Psychology Department. Thank you, and good luck for the future! :) Have a great week! Many thanks, Jennifer -- Jennifer Ashton, PhD, RSci, MIScT Senior Research Technician York Neuroimaging Centre Email Disclaimer <https://www.york.ac.uk/about/legal-statements/email-disclaimer/> [image: University of York]

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Data protection at YNiC reminder
by Richard Aveyard 27 Jun '25

27 Jun '25

Hi All, As we get towards the end of the data-collection period for the masters projects, and the exciting analysis stage gathers pace, now would be a good time for everyone to re-visit the data security rules for neuroimaging data. You can find our policies by following this link to YNiC's wiki page on data protection <https://wiki.pages.ynic.york.ac.uk/UserResources/Policies/DataProtection.ht…> . As part of your centre induction you will have completed an Appropriate Data Usage Declaration in which you commit to following the policies described in the Data Protection Policy document - it is important that you uphold these rules. A few illustrative (not exhaustive) examples are listed below: *Do Not* share neuroimaging data by email, Google Drive, Dropbox etc. *Do Not *submit neuroimaging data to AI tools like DeepSeek or chatGPT. *Do Not* transfer neuroimaging data to USB drives, or any computers that are not provided by YNiC (even other computers provided by the University). *Do Not* store R-numbers alongside identifiable participant information. YNiC provides data storage for all research projects which can be used to share data with other people in your research group, the storage directories have filepaths of the form: /scratch/groups/Projects/PXXXX/ Where PXXXX is your 4-digit project number. Storing data in these directories is the only method through which you are permitted to share data. We provide a wiki page offering tips on managing data access that you can find by following this link to YNiC's wiki page on managing data permissions <https://wiki.pages.ynic.york.ac.uk/IT/UnixUsers/FilePermissions.html>. Summary data such as screenshots of a fMRI overlay, mathematical plots of data, or graphs or tables of summary statistics can be used in your reports, but must not contain personally identifiable information. If you need help in achieving something with your data, or have any doubts about data protection, check with YNiC first by emailing support(a)ynic.york.ac.uk Best Wishes, Rich -- Dr Richard Aveyard Senior Technical Specialist York NeuroImaging Centre University of York, UK

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