This PhD project at The Francis Crick Institute, supervised by Lucia Prieto Godino, investigates the evolution of neural circuits underlying the vast behavioural diversity observed in animals. The research aims to address fundamental questions about how brain neural circuits have evolved to produce different behaviours across species. Despite the importance of neural circuit evolution in shaping animal behaviour, our current understanding remains limited.

The project will likely involve comparative studies of neural development and function in various animal models, integrating approaches from genetics, neurobiology, and evolutionary biology. The Francis Crick Institute provides a world-class research environment for interdisciplinary neuroscience and evolutionary biology. Funding details and specific entry requirements are not provided in the current description. Interested candidates should monitor the institute's website for updates on application procedures and eligibility criteria.

The anticipated start date is in 2026, with the application deadline set for December 31, 2026.