WG1 Training School

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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.

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