Dear MARMAMers I am currently recruiting a PhD candidate for a new position within the Veterinary Sciences program at the University of Padua, Italy The research project focuses on structure/function perspectives of the encephalon in terrestrial and marine mammals. The student will be trained primarily in histology, immunohistochemistry, and immunofluorescence. Additionally, the role involves opportunistic brain extraction, MRI brain scan analysis, and opportunities to engage in broader anatomical research. Application Details: - Topic: Evolutionary perspectives on the encephalon (terrestrial and marine mammals). - Key Activities: Histology, IHC, Immunofluorescence, MRI analysis, Brain extraction. - Deadline: May 19th. - Full Call & Requirements: https://www.dottorato.veterinaria.unipd.it/evolutionary-perspectives-terrest... Please review the link above for specific requirements and the application procedure. If you know any motivated students or researchers interested in this field, please forward this information to them. Best regards, *Jean-Marie Graïc, Dr. Vet. Med., Ph.D.* Associate Professor* - Veterinary Anatomy* University of Padua, Italy - Veterinary Medicine Tel : +39 049 827 2572 <https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1974-8356>ORCID 0000-0002-1974-8356 <https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1974-8356> *The hypothalamus - "Here in this well-concealed spot, almost to be covered with a thumbnail, lies the very main spring of primitive existence – vegetative, emotional, reproductive – on which with more or less success, man has come to superimpose a cortex of inhibitions.” Cushing (1932)*