School on The Next Era of Network Science: Nonlinear Dynamics, Multiscale Interactions and Beyond

The Next Era of Network Science: Nonlinear Dynamics, Multiscale Interactions and Beyond is a high-impact scientific event that brings together leading researchers to explore the future of complex networks. Covering topics such as multilayer structures, synchronization, nonlinear dynamics, and signal analysis, the program spans applications in biology, neuroscience, epidemics, mobility, and social systems. Designed to benefit both early-stage graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, the event begins with accessible introductory sessions and progresses into specialized discussions on hot topics in the field. Participants will gain exposure to cutting-edge research, engage with top scientists, and build valuable academic connections. The program also includes collaborative activities, such as hands-on projects in areas like neuroscience, social networks, spreading dynamics, sports and synchronization, to foster informal exchange and future collaboration. This is a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of network science and become part of a vibrant, interdisciplinary community. We warmly invite students and researchers to attend and contribute to this exciting scientific gathering.

This event will precede the Workshop on Foundations and Applications of Spreading Phenomena on Complex Networks.

• Pablo Balenzuela (Departamento de Física, Universidad de Buenos Aires, Argentina)
• Javier M. Buldú (Complex Systems Group & G.I.S.C., Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Spain)
• Hilda A. Cerdeira (ICTP-SAIFR, and Instituto de Física Teórica, Brazil)
• Jesús Gómez-Gardeñes (Departamento de Física de la Materia Condensada, Universidad de Zaragoza, Spain)
• Johann H. Martínez (Complex Systems Group & G.I.S.C., Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Spain)

There is no registration fee and limited funds are available for travel and local expenses.

Announcement:

Click HERE for online application

Deadline: December 2, 2025

Lecturers

• Ana Amador (Universidad de Buenos Aires, Argentina)
• Silvio Ferreira (Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Brazil)
• Ernesto Estrada (Institute for Cross-Disciplinary Physics and Complex Systems, Spain)
• Mario Chávez (Centre national de la recherche scientifique. France)

Announcement:

Click HERE for online application

Deadline: December 2, 2025

Venue: The event will be held at IFT-UNESP, located at R. Jornalista Aloysio Biondi, 120 – Barra Funda, São Paulo. The easiest way to reach us is by subway or bus, See arrival instructions here.

Accommodation: Participants whose accommodation will be provided by the institute will stay at Hotel Intercity the Universe Paulista. Hotel recommendations are available here.

Attention! Some participants in ICTP-SAIFR activities have received email from fake travel agencies asking for credit card information. All communication with participants will be made by ICTP-SAIFR staff using an e-mail “@ictp-saifr.org”. We will not send any mailings about accommodation that require a credit card number or any sort of deposit. Also, if you are staying at Hotel Intercity the Universe Paulista, please confirm with the Uber/Taxi driver that the hotel is located at Rua Pamplona 83 in Bela Vista (and not in Jardim Etelvina).

BOARDING PASS: All participants, whose travel has been provided or will be reimbursed by ICTP-SAIFR, should bring the boarding pass  upon registration. The return boarding pass (PDF, if online check-in, scan or picture, if physical) should be sent to secretary@ictp-saifr.org by e-mail.

Visa information: Nationals from several countries in Latin America and Europe are exempt from tourist visa. Nationals from Australia, Canada and USA are required to apply for a tourist visa. Check for some helpful information here.

Poster presentation: Participants who are presenting a poster MUST BRING A PRINTED BANNER . The banner size should be at most 1 m (width) x 1,5 m (length). We do not accept A4 or A3 paper.

Power outlets: The standard power outlet in Brazil is type N (two round pins + grounding pin). Some European devices are compatible with the Brazilian power outlets. US devices will require an adapter.