WG1 is organizing a Training School in the Phylogenetic Study of Affective States Across Species
Where?
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
When?
14-15 April 2026
Download poster here.
In this Training School, you will:
- Learn what affective states are
- Conceptualize affective states in non-verbal animals
- Define affective characters or traits
- Conduct a phylogenetic analysis of characters
- Conduct a literature search for affective characters in a range of species
Trainers include:
Prof. Liz Paul (University of Bristol, UK)
Prof. Mike Mendl (University of Bristol, UK)
Dr. László Garamszegi (Hungarian Centre for Ecological Research)
We have 16 fully-funded places to fill. Self-funding students are also welcome.
To apply, fill out this Expression of Interest form before 23 February. Results of the application will be communicated at the start of March.





