Applications open · Cohort 01
ACNEI Introductory School
Cohort 1: Mathematical Foundations for Brain Data
A practical starting point for African learners ready to turn curiosity about the brain into mathematical and computational fluency.
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OnlineAfrica-wide
Starts
May 2026
Format
4-day intensive
For
Senior secondary + undergraduate
Where
Online, with peer support
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What you will learn
Four days, one practical foundation
Topics and Format
01Mathematical foundations for modeling neural data
02Python workflows for scientific computing
03Introduction to neuroscience concepts and data structures
04Collaborative problem solving and reproducible research habits
Schedule and Outcomes
Day 1: Mathematical foundations and orientation
Day 2: Python tooling and data workflows
Day 3: Brain data exercises and guided interpretation
Day 4: Capstone practice, reflection, and next steps
Outcome: participants finish with confidence in foundational mathematical and computational tools.