CBRAIN Internships 2025 at Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
- Omran Aburayya
- 2 days ago
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If you're a passionate student looking to gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge brain research, the CBRAIN Internships 2025 are now open for applications! Organized by the Centre for Brain Research (CBR) at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, this prestigious summer internship offers an immersive opportunity to work alongside leading scientists in the field of neurodegenerative diseases and aging brain research. It’s your chance to contribute to real-time discoveries and gain invaluable research exposure within one of India’s most dynamic innovation ecosystems.
CBRAIN Internship Summary
Location: Bangalore, India
Host Institution: Centre for Brain Research (CBR), IISc Campus
Program Level: Bachelor's (pre-final/final year), Master’s, and Medical Students
Target Group: Indian students in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Medicine, and related fields
Focus Areas: Molecular, Cellular & Neurophysiological aspects of Brain Aging
Stipend: ₹20,000/month
Duration: 3 months (standard)
Application Deadline: May 19, 2025
Start Date: Summer 2025 (exact dates may vary)
Eligible To: Indian nationals in final/pre-final year of B.E/B.Tech/B.Sc/M.E/M.Tech/M.Sc/MBBS/MD/MS/MDS/MPH
🧠 CBRAIN Internship Overview
The CBRAIN Internship Program is a three-month research training initiative hosted by the Centre for Brain Research (CBR) at IISc Bangalore. Designed for motivated students in life sciences, biotechnology, and medical streams, the program provides a solid foundation in basic science research, with an emphasis on brain aging and neurodegenerative disorders.
Interns will be mentored by CBR’s top-tier faculty and research scientists and trained in wet-lab techniques, data analysis, and experimental design. Each intern will work on a specific research project aligned with their area of interest, selected from a list of available topics. Participants will also be involved in collaborative lab activities, journal clubs, and seminars.
🎁 Benefits of the CBRAIN Internship
Hands-on experience in aging and brain disease research
₹20,000 monthly consolidated stipend
Mentorship under experienced neurobiology researchers
Participation in journal clubs, seminars, and lab events
Opportunities for long-term collaboration or extended research
Research experience certificate upon successful completion
Exposure to the IISc research environment and CBR network
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To apply, candidates must:
Be in the pre-final or final year of a Bachelor’s (B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc) or Master’s (M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc) degree in Life Sciences or Biotechnology
OR be a medical student (MBBS/MD/MS/MDS/MPH) in pre-final or final year
Have a strong interest in neuroscience, aging, and research innovation
Be willing to commit to the full 3-month program (shorter terms not considered)
Be able to self-fund travel and accommodation (stipend is provided for living expenses)
📝 Application Procedure
Interested candidates must:
Apply online through the CBR website by May 19, 2025
Complete the application form, including:
Personal and academic details
Selection of top 3 project topic preferences
A motivation statement describing your interest in the internship and how it fits your career goals
Referee contact details (letters not needed unless requested)
Wait for results: Final selections will be announced on the CBR website by May 27, 2025
Selected candidates must submit an official No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their department head
Be prepared to engage in full-time research and submit a final report (and possibly a poster presentation) at the end of the program
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