ABOUT THE PROGRAM (PPGN):
The Postgraduate Program in Neuroengineering (PPGN) at the Santos Dumont Institute (ISD), based at the Edmond and Lily Safra International Institute of Neuroscience (IIN-ELS) in Macaíba (RN), promotes training and scientific research through the integration of different areas of knowledge. This reinforces its multidisciplinary character and the integration of different fields of knowledge in the training of researchers and the development of research in Neuroengineering.
Starting in 2025, the Master's in Neuroengineering has moved to the Interdisciplinary Basic Area and will continue to be offered free of charge and in person, lasting up to 24 months and with semester enrollment.
Therefore, interdisciplinary training in the PPGN involves the integration of various basic knowledge areas in neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, neurobiology, schedule It is signal processing, with their respective Standard Operating Procedures (POP) to be followed in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices, Clinical Research, Ethics in Animal Research It is Ethics in Human Research. Considering the importance of science in transforming society, at PPGN students also routinely contribute to scientific dissemination, receiving visitors in the laboratories and demonstrating the role of neuroscience and neuroengineering in schools, fairs, conferences, symposia and other scientific events.
Therefore, in the PPGN it is possible to develop neural network simulations, produce microelectrode arrays thinner than hair for neurosurgical implants, reconstruct three-dimensional images of nervous system cells, record electrophysiological and metabolic neural activity, develop brain-machine interfaces for the rehabilitation of people with spinal cord or sensory injuries, develop neurotechnologies and many more activities that can positively impact society and interdisciplinary training.
OBJECTIVES:
I – Develop advanced scientific research in Neuroengineering;
II – To train professionals capable of multi- and interdisciplinary work in Neuroengineering, in the field of scientific research and public or private technological bodies;
III – Encourage, disseminate and apply new knowledge in a regional, national and international context;
IV – Promote science as an agent of cultural stimulation and integration with regional communities.
MISSION, VISION AND VALUES:
Mission: Promote education for life, forming citizens through integrated teaching, research and extension actions and contribute to a fairer and more humane transformation of the Brazilian social reality.
VIsaacthe:
To be internationally recognized as a center of transforming action in the areas of education, maternal and child health and people with disabilities, neurosciences and neuroengineering.
Vcolors:
Social responsibility, ethics in training and professional practice, humanism, technical and scientific quality, respect for diversity, and institutional commitment.
SELECTION PROCESS
Would you like to be part of our postgraduate program?
Take the next step in your academic journey! Access information about the selection process. Check out the announcements, requirements, deadlines, and registration steps, and get ready to be part of the Master's Program in Neuroengineering at ISD.
RESEARCH LINES
At ISD, teaching and research go hand in hand to transform scientific knowledge into solutions for real societal challenges. Learn about the research lines developed at the Santos Dumont Institute and discover the themes, projects, and areas of investigation. which are part of our students' education.
Explore the research areas and find the one that best matches your academic and professional interests.
CURRICULUM
A program that connects science, technology, and innovation..
The curriculum matrix for the Master's degree in Neuroengineering at ISD. It brings together fundamental and advanced knowledge for an interdisciplinary education. Connecting neuroscience, engineering, and technology. Discover the disciplines, content, and educational pathways that prepare you to develop innovative research and solutions in Neuroengineering.
TEACHERS
Meet the professors who are part of our postgraduate program.
Behind every research project and discovery, there are researchers who transform knowledge into innovation. Meet the faculty members of the Master's Program in Neuroengineering at ISD. Explore profiles and discover who you can learn from, research with, and develop with.
PPGN TEAM
Meet the teams that make up our postgraduate program.
The Neuroengineering Graduate Program team is composed of the Graduate Committee (CPG) and the Permanent Scholarship Committee (CPB), both of which are overseen by the Research and Graduate Studies Secretariat. Click the button below to see the team names!
TECHNICAL STAFF
Meet the teams that make up our postgraduate program.
The Neuroengineering Graduate Program team is composed of the Graduate Committee (CPG) and the Permanent Scholarship Committee (CPB), both of which are overseen by the Research and Graduate Studies Secretariat. Click the button below to see the team names!
STUDENTS
Meet the professors who are part of our postgraduate program.
Science is also transformed by the people who conduct research every day. Discover the list of names of students in the Master's program in Neuroengineering at ISD., their career paths, areas of interest, and research projects.
PROGRAM DOCUMENTS
Gain access to important documents from our postgraduate program.
Check out the Documents created to regulate the organizational and operational aspects of the program. in its didactic, scientific, administrative and disciplinary dimensions. As well as documents to accompany and regulate the scholarships offered in the program.
OUTSTANDING DISSERTATIONS (CAPES)
Discover the highlights of master's theses for CAPES..
Discover the research being conducted by students in the Master's program in Neuroengineering at ISD and learn more. The results that contribute to the advancement of science, technology, and innovation. Explore the works, meet their authors, and discover how Neuroengineering can transform knowledge into new possibilities for our society.
DIVERSITY
Inclusion, diversity, and opportunities to transform science.
Expanding access to science also means building a more diverse, inclusive, and representative academic environment. Learn about the affirmative action initiatives of the Master's Program in Neuroengineering at ISD. and initiatives that contribute to promoting opportunities and strengthening diversity in postgraduate studies.
OPEN LABORATORIES
Infrastructure and expertise to support research and strengthen scientific collaboration.
ISD has an interdisciplinary infrastructure and a specialized team to support research and training in Neuroscience, Neuroengineering, and Health. External researchers may also request access to the Institute's laboratories and infrastructure., expanding scientific collaboration and strengthening research in Brazil.
EXTENSION ACTIVITIES
Neuroengineering that connects with society.
Outreach activities bring scientific knowledge closer to the community. promoting the exchange of experiences and contributing to the transformation of society. Learn about ISD's initiatives and discover how Neuroengineering can also generate impact beyond research and the classroom.
EVENTS
Connect with industry events, expand your knowledge, and discover opportunities.
Check out the events, conferences, lectures, and other activities that expand knowledge, connect researchers, and bring you closer to the latest developments in Neuroengineering. Check the schedule and stay informed about upcoming opportunities!
WHERE ARE OUR ALUMNI?
Explore these stories and be inspired by the journeys of those who have already passed through here!
A Master's degree in Neuroengineering can be the beginning of new paths in science and career. Meet the ISD alumni, find out where they are, what research they are developing, who went on to pursue a doctorate and how their master's degree contributed to their academic and professional trajectories in Brazil and abroad.
Interdisciplinarity that transforms
To learn more about interdisciplinarity and how CAPES encourages the training of human resources in this area, check out its initiatives, guidelines, and content on the integration between different fields of knowledge.
· Document of Interdisciplinary Area (2025-2028). Available: May 2, 2025
· Area assessment form. Available: May 2, 2025
· More information at area link.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Find quick answers and get your main questions answered.
Find answers to the main questions about the Master's Degree in Neuroengineering at ISD. Learn more about the selection process, curriculum, research areas, scholarships, infrastructure, and other aspects of the program.
CONTACT US!
Do you have any questions?
Our Research and Graduate Studies Office team is available to help!
Contact us by email secretaria.academica@isd.org.br or by telephone (84) 99127-6085Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 12 pm and from 1 pm to 4:30 pm (local time in Rio Grande do Norte).
In-person service (address):
· Avenida Alberto Santos Dumont, 1560 – Rural Area, Macaíba/RN, | Postal Code: 59288-899
· IEdmond and Lily Safra International Institute of Neuroscience (IIN-ELS) Room No. 32, 2nd floor, Macaíba/RN – Brazil
PPGN IN NUMBERS:
986
Enrolled in the Selection since the beginning, in 2013
248
Master's students so far
166
dissertations defended up to July 2026
