Bangor, UK
About
Bangor University hosts Cutting Gardens 2026, a local hub of the international M/EEG methods conference. Alongside the streamed global programme, we run our local sessions: a methods talk and demo on multivariate analysis of electrophysiological data, and a showcase of local research. A relaxed, drop-in-friendly event, open to all, from Bangor and beyond
Topics
- Cluster-based permutation statistics
- Multivariate analysis (PLS-SVD)
Tutorials
- Methods session: cluster-based permutation testing (Part A) and PLS-SVD (Part B)
- MATLAB Demo of the analyses described in the methods session (group/condition comparisons, mixed designs)
Featured Speakers /Teachers
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Germano Gallicchio,
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Andrew Cooke,
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Thipkanlaya Jaiaue.
Local Program
Registration
Venue
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Local program
Global - Plenary lecture
Local - Lectures
Local - Tutorials
Local - Social Events
Local - Food / Posters
Local - Satellite Event
Program details
MONDAY 21st
11:00 – [Optional] Toolbox tutorial
· MNE - G. Niso
· Fieldtrip - J. Pérez-Navarro
14:00 – Opening remarks
14:30 – [Global] Theoretical advances made thanks to MEEG
· Electrophysiology and the Gut-brain-consciousness axis - C. Tallon-Baudry
· Tracking Attentional Dynamics Across Vision, Working Memory, and Action - F. Van Ede
· Emergence of language during early developement - C. François
17:30 – Posters & Wine
TUESDAY 22nd
9:00 – Local Talks - Session 1
· Some tips and resources for good practice in EEG - Guiomar Niso
· Brain oscillations during resting state - Almudena Capilla
10:30 – Break
11:00 – Tutorial 1 - Heart Evoked Potentials - Luis Ciria
13:00 – Lunch
14:30 – [Global] Real-time processing and machine learning of EEG for BCI?
· Top-notch machine learning methods - R. Kobler
· Facing the small data reality Michael Tangermann - M. Tangermann
· Conducting BCI protocols with patients - T. Vaughan
17:30 – Break
17:45 – Special Session - Citizen and Community Neuroscience - Ricardo Mutuberria
WEDNESDAY 23rd
9:00 – Local Talks - Session 2
· Neural tracking of environmental time - N. Molinaro
· Novel multivariate methods for the analysis of oscillations in EEG/MEG data - C. Vidaurre
10:30 – Break
11:00 – Tutorial 2 - Cortical tracking of speech - M. Lizarazu
13:00 – Lunch
14:30 – [Global] Reproducible processing pipelines and multiverses
· EEGmanypipelines - E. Cesnaite
· Multiverse analysis - P. Clayson
· Agreed Reporting Template for EEG Methodology - International Standard - Anđela Šoškić
20:30 – Social Dinner
THURSDAY 24th
9:00 – Local Talks - Session 2
· Neural tracking of environmental time - N. Molinaro
· Novel multivariate methods for the analysis of oscillations in EEG/MEG data - C. Vidaurre
10:30 – Break
11:00 – Tutorial 2 - Cortical tracking of speech - M. Lizarazu
13:00 – Lunch
14:30 – [Global] Reproducible processing pipelines and multiverses
· EEGmanypipelines - E. Cesnaite
· Multiverse analysis - P. Clayson
· Agreed Reporting Template for EEG Methodology - International Standard - Anđela Šoškić
20:30 – Social Dinner
FRIDAY 25th
9:00 – Local Talks - Session 3
· Cortical tracking of speech in young infants and its relation to language development in the first years of life - M. Kalashnikova
· Neural oscillations in reading development - M. Lallier
10:30 – Break
11:00 – Tutorial 3 - Temporal Response Functions - S. Matar
13:00 – Lunch
14:30 – [Global] Deep neural network analysis of MEEG data: A roadmap to using machine learning with MEEG
· Learning M/EEG representations with self-supervision - H. Banville
· Classic machine learning versus deep learning: is there a clear winner? - M. De Vos
· Using artificial DNN to predict and understand human vision - R. Martin Cichy
Local Speakers/Teachers
Expressions of interest and session proposals by 21 August 2026. Formal registration to follow.
To register interest or propose a talk or tutorial, use our short form. We'll confirm the programme and open registration nearer the event. All welcome to attend or contribute.
Registration fee
Attending the Bangor Garden is free.
Participants are asked to join CuttingEEG (€50/year), which supports the global programme. Speakers, tutors and organisers take part free of charge, and a limited number of waivers are available on request for anyone who needs one.
Venue - How to reach the Bangor Garden
The Bangor Garden is hosted by Bangor University, on the North Wales coast between Eryri (Snowdonia) and the Menai Strait. Sessions will run on University Normal Site, George Building, Holyhead Rd, Bangor, LL57 2PZ, a walking distance from the city centre and the island of Anglesey. Everyone is welcome, from Bangor and neighbouring institutions across North Wales and the North West, or further afield.
Coming by TRAIN
Bangor is on the North Wales coast line, with direct trains from Chester, Crewe, and London Euston (Avanti West Coast). The station is ~15 min walk from the venue.
Coming by CAR
Just off the A55; paid parking on the Normal Site and in the city.
Coming by PLANE
Manchester and Liverpool airports (~1.5–2 hrs by car/train).
Accommodation
A range of hotels, B&Bs and guesthouses in Bangor and nearby Menai Bridge; book early, as September is busy with Welcome Week.
