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Creating a list of important computational predictions
by Yiota Poirazi 04 Jan '21

04 Jan '21

Dear all, I believe you would agree that, the greatest recognition of our computational work comes with the experimental verification of our computational predictions. To highlight the most important outcomes of our theoretical work and facilitate a closer interaction with experimental labs so as to increase the chances of our predictions being experimentally tested, I would like to encourage you to nominate your favorite prediction at the following google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeJZ2RrXJ0nZonIuyNzN0Cl gXDKDb7xTzoJOiqZTGxm9Kh7ow/viewform?c=0&w=1&usp=mail_form_link This effort started during the CNS 2017 meeting in Antwerp with the support of the OCNS Board. The resulting list will be posted on the CNS 2017 web site and disseminated in social media, as a reference for experimentalists. Thank you very much for supporting this important effort! Best wishes, Yiota Poirazi -- Panayiota Poirazi, Ph.D. Research Director Computational Biology Laboratory Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB) Foundation of Research and Technology-Hellas (FORTH) Vassilika Vouton, P.O.Box 1385, GR 70013, Heraklion, Crete GREECE Tel: +30 2810 391139 Fax: +30 2810 391101 Εmail: poirazi(a)imbb.forth.gr Lab site: www.dendrites.gr FENS-Kavli Network of Excellence <http://www.fens.org/Outreach/FENS-Kavli-Network-of-Excellence/> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by *E.F.A. Project* <http://www.efa-project.org>, and is believed to be clean. Click here to report this message as spam. <http://mailgate1.imbb.forth.gr/cgi-bin/learn-msg.cgi?id=4BCD7A00A1.A57D7&to…> -- Panayiota Poirazi, Ph.D. Research Director Computational Biology Laboratory Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB) Foundation of Research and Technology-Hellas (FORTH) Vassilika Vouton, P.O.Box 1385, GR 70013, Heraklion, Crete GREECE Tel: +30 2810 391139 Fax: +30 2810 391101 Εmail: poirazi(a)imbb.forth.gr Lab site: www.dendrites.gr FENS-Kavli Network of Excellence <http://www.fens.org/Outreach/FENS-Kavli-Network-of-Excellence/>

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CFP: FLAIRS 2017, Marco Island, FL,
by bisant＠umbc.edu 18 Oct '18

18 Oct '18

CALL FOR PAPERS FLAIRS 2017, Florida Artificial Intelligence Research Symposium Special Tracks on Data mining and Special Track on Cyber Security Marco Island, Florida http://www.flairs-30.info/ Paper submission deadline: November 21, 2016. Notifications: January 23, 2017. Camera ready version due: February 27, 2017. FLAIRS is an interdisciplinary artificial intelligence conference which especially encourages novel ideas and which features a double-blind review process. Data Mining Track This special track will be devoted to data mining with the aim of presenting new and important contributions in this area. Papers and contributions are encouraged for any work related to Data Mining. Topics of interest may include (but are in no way limited to): 1. Applications such as Intelligence analysis, medical and health applications, text, video, and multi-media mining, E-commerce and web data, financial data analysis, cyber security, remote sensing, earth sciences, bioinformatics, and astronomy. 2. Modeling algorithms such as hidden Markov models, decision trees, neural networks, statistical methods, or probabilistic methods; case studies in areas of application, or over different algorithms and approaches. 3. Feature extraction and selection. 4. Post-processing techniques such as visualization, summarization, or trending. 5. Preprocessing and data reduction. 6. Knowledge engineering or warehousing. Papers dealing with Cloud-based unstructured data or Cloud-based tool suites, such as Mahout or Apache Spark, are also encouraged. Cyber-Security Track Original high quality papers are sought for leading edge research and applications relating to the application of AI and Cyber Security. Topics of interest may include but are not limited to: · Machine Learning for Intrusion Detection Systems · NLP for text analysis in Cyber Security · Video and CCTV semantic analysis for terrorist or criminal action detection · AI & Biometrics, Internet of Things, and Cloud Computing security · AI & SCADA systems, Network Systems, and Embedded Systems security · Formal and theoretical approaches of intelligent security in WSNs · Legal and policy issues in intelligent security · Integrity, privacy, authentication and access control · Intelligent secure systems in multimedia databases · Social networks security · Intelligent incident response techniques in network and communication systems · Risk analysis and intelligent management · Virtual Private Networks intelligent security · Automated reasoning techniques of incidents and evidence analysis · Evidentiary aspects of digital forensics · Collaborative intelligent investigation · Intelligent systems in management, storage and reassembly · Steganography, watermarking, and forensic techniques in multimedia content processing · Lightweight security techniques · Intelligent Large-scale investigations and Big Data · Innovative non-repudiation techniques · Intelligent vulnerability analysis and assessment · Attacks tracking · Data hiding, tamper detection and recovery techniques · Security of e- healthcare systems and applications Note: We invite original papers (i.e. work not previously submitted, in submission, or to be submitted to another conference during the reviewing process). Submission Guidelines Interested authors should format their papers according to AAAI formatting guidelines. The papers should be original work (i.e., not submitted, in submission, or submitted to another conference while in review). Papers should not exceed 6 pages (or 4 pages for short paper, to be presented as a poster) and are due by November 21, 2016. For FLAIRS-30, the 2017 conference, the reviewing is a double blind process. Author names and affiliations should be Xd out on submitted papers to provide double-blind reviewing. Papers must be submitted as PDF through the EasyChair conference system, which can be accessed through the main conference web site (http://www.flairs-30.info/) Note: do not use a fake name for your EasyChair login - your EasyChair account information is hidden from reviewers. Authors should indicate which special track they are submitting to. The proceedings of FLAIRS will be published by the AAAI. Authors of accepted papers will be required to sign a form transferring copyright of their contribution to AAAI. FLAIRS requires that there be at least one full author registration per paper.

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Faculty position in Math Biology at NJIT
by Victor Matveev 14 Mar '18

14 Mar '18

Dear comp-neuro list members, The Department of Mathematical Sciences (DMS) at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level in mathematical biology. A second DMS tenure-track assistant professor position in the broader area of applied mathematics is advertised separately (links provided below). The appointment is to start in Fall 2018. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in mathematics, applied mathematics or a related discipline, with an established record of independent research, strong potential for seeking external research support, and a commitment to teaching at graduate and undergraduate levels. Candidates working in any subfield of mathematical biology will be given consideration. Currently, members of the DMS mathematical biology group are engaged in research in computational neuroscience, biological rhythms, biofluids and mechanosensing. To apply, please visit https://njit.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=1&id=35 The second position in applied mathematics is advertised separately at https://njit.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=1&id=30 Submissions must include (a) cover letter, (b) resume/CV, (c) research statement, (d) teaching statement, and (e) names and contact information for at least four references. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please direct any questions to the search committee chair, Victor Matveev, at matveev(a)njit.edu. DMS is recognized for its strong program in applied mathematics, which offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees, with Ph.D. program tracks in applied mathematics as well as in applied probability and statistics. NJIT is in the University Heights neighborhood next to vibrant downtown Newark, about 12 miles west of New York City. The NJIT campus is adjacent to the campus of Rutgers-Newark, with which it shares several academic programs. DMS has close collaborative ties to the Department of Biological Sciences at NJIT. Excellent potential for outside collaboration is also afforded by the close geographic proximity of NJIT to other prominent centers for biological research such as the Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience at Rutgers-Newark, New Jersey Medical School, NYU, Columbia University, and Rockefeller University. Apart from mathematical biology, DMS faculty work in diverse fields of applied mathematics including fluid dynamics, granular matter, nonlinear waves, applied analysis, scientific computing, dynamical systems, and probability and statistics. NJIT is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and strongly encourages women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply. -- ___________________________________ Victor Matveev, Professor Applied Math, Biophysics & Neuroscience Department of Mathematical Sciences Graduate Faculty, Dept of Biological Sciences New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ 07102-1982 Office: Cullimore Hall 616 E-mail: matveev(a)njit.edu http://web.njit.edu/~matveev/

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PhD Studentship in Computational and Systems Neuroscience
by Christopher Buckley 19 Jan '18

19 Jan '18

PhD Studentship: Distributed neural processing of self-generated visual input in a vertebrate brain A PhD studentship in Computational and Systems Neuroscience is available in the groups of Dr Christopher L Buckley (Department of Informatics) and Prof. Leon Lagnado (School of Life Sciences) at the University of Sussex from September 2017. During movement, sensory input and motor output are bound in a closed-loop: motor actions shape sensory input and sensory inputs inform future motor commands. We will characterise the neural circuits involved in the interactions between the sensory and motor systems using light-sheet microscopy to image neural activity across the brain of live zebrafish in a virtual reality environment (Nature. 2013;493: 466–468). The project will involve computational modeling and “big-data” analysis as well as experiments. Appropriate backgrounds therefore include physical and computational science as well as neuroscience. Experience with programming and a quantitative approach are essential. More information about the project is available at https://tinyurl.com/kjtxoq9. Informal enquiries can be made to Chris Buckley<http://www.christopherlbuckley.com/> (c.l.buckley(a)sussex.ac.uk<mailto:c.l.buckley@sussex.ac.uk>) or Leon Lagnado<http://www.sussex.ac.uk/lifesci/lagnadolab/> (l.lagnado(a)sussex.ac.uk<mailto:l.lagnado@sussex.ac.uk>). Sussex Neuroscience<http://www.sussex.ac.uk/sussexneuroscience> is one of the foremost centers for Neuroscience research in the UK and the University of Sussex has a beautiful campus on the outskirts of the lively South Coast town of Brighton. Application: Please apply through the post-graduate application system of the University of Sussex (http://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/apply) Please include a brief statement of your scientific interests and skills/experience in the mandatory “research proposal”, including how you would imagine your role in the project (max 2 pages) and include a full CV. Indicate Dr Christopher L Buckley as your preferred advisor and clearly state the title of the studentship. When you apply, please send a copy of your application documents to c.l.buckley(a)sussex.ac.uk<mailto:c.l.buckley@sussex.ac.uk>. Funding Notes The studentship includes a three year stipend at a standard rate (currently £14,296 per annum) and, in addition, fees at the UK/EU rate. Since the studentship only covers fees at the UK/EU rate, overseas applicants are kindly requested to state in their application how they propose to cover the difference between UK/EU and overseas fees. Deadline Applications will be considered on a rolling basis but candidates applying before 15 July can be sure to be considered. Christopher L Buckley Lecturer in Neural Computation University of Sussex Department of Informatics Sussex Neuroscience Falmer Brighton, UK email: c.l.buckley(a)sussex.ac.uk<mailto:c.l.buckley@sussex.ac.uk> twitter: @drclbuckley

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Real World Eye Tracking course 2018 - booking now open
by Durant, Szonya 27 Nov '17

27 Nov '17

We are pleased to announce that booking for the Real World Eye Tracking Course April 16 +17, 2018 at Royal Holloway, University of London, is now open. This course is supported by the BBSRC and is accredited by the Market Research Society (counting for 12h Continued Professional Development). It is run jointly by the Dept. of Psychology, Royal Holloway and Acuity Intelligence Ltd. Why do you need to know about eye tracking? >From glasses you can use almost anywhere to laptops with them built-in and now augmented and virtual reality headsets - eye tracking is everywhere! But not all eye trackers are created equal, and to get the best out of this technology you need look around. Whether for simply knowing where a person looks or understanding cognitive states in high pressure environments, this is a technology you can't afford to ignore. Why we run this course We believe you need some theoretical background to get the most out of eye-tracking, but we also recognise the value that comes from the hands-on experience of designing, running and analysing real studies. Our aim is to give you the confidence to dive in and save you from drowning when you do! No other course offers this range of cutting edge multi-platform systems in one place, without a sales-person in sight! Try things out, and see the results for yourself. What you will learn How to justify your use of eye tracking methods and understand the evidence they provide Where to find further information when running your own projects How to choose the right tools and begin running your own project How to get the most out of your research through good design and great analysis Course content The course contains a mix of interactive lectures and small team project work supervised by an expert in the field. All attendees will experience running an eye tracking project from start to finish. You will also get to chat with experts and develop a feel for issues, independent of hardware and software platforms, from various research applications. Please see further details on https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/psychology/research/eyetracking.aspx or book directly on https://www.eventbrite.com/e/real-world-eye-tracking-course-tickets-3969635… Please note, places often sell out quickly! We look forward to welcoming you in April! Best wishes Szonya Durant (RHUL) Tim Holmes (AI Ltd) ********************************************************************** Szonya Durant Department of Psychology Royal Holloway, University of London Egham TW20 0EX 01784 276522

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Postdoctoral Researcher at MPI Leipzig
by Thomas Knoesche 27 Nov '17

27 Nov '17

Dear colleagues, the Max-Planck-Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences (MPI-CBS, Leipzig, Germany) in seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher for a period of 3 years. The position is part of a collaboration between the Pompeu Fabra University at Barcelona, (G. Deco) and the MPI-CBS (A.D. Friederici, A. Anwander, T.R. Knösche), entitled "The Dynamic Connectome Underlying Language in the Brain" financed by the DFG priority program “Computational Connectomics”. You will work in a multidisciplinary team of computational and cognitive neuroscientists, imaging experts, biomedical engineers, neurologists, etc. The MPI-CBS offers excellent research facilities and prime imaging equipment (including 7T and CONNECTOM scanners). Project Description The neural language network is well described by systematic neuroscientific studies and may serve as an example for large scale cognitive networks within the human connectome. Important parameters of dynamic network models concern the structural/effective connectivity between brain areas. These connections are realized by bundles of axons with variable density, myelination status, and diameters. This results in complex transfer behavior, which is likely to have a profound influence onto the dynamics of the entire network. We plan to (i) establish a mathematical model for the transfer function between brain areas through fiber bundles, (ii) parameterize this model with individually measured white matter microstructure (acquired partly using novel high-gradient MR technology – CONNECTOM) and general data from the literature, (iii) incorporate this model into a dynamic network model (iv) explore the effect of the parameters onto the dynamics of canonical network architectures, (v) validate the model with electrophysiological calibration experiments, and (vi) use it to establish relations between language function and microstructural properties of brain tissue. The successful applicant should have a strong background in Computational Neuroscience, preferably including a PhD thesis in that area. Experience with modeling dynamic systems in neuroscience is necessary. A fair degree of neurobiological and neuroimaging understanding will be an advantage. Remuneration is based on the payscale of the Max Planck Society. The Max Planck society is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals. Please submit your application via our online system at http://www.cbs.mpg.de/vacancies (using subject heading “PD 24/17”). Closing date for applications is December 15th, 2017. Contact for informal enquiries regarding the post: PD Dr.habil. Thomas R. Knösche (knoesche(a)cbs.mpg.de) For more information about the group see: http://www.cbs.mpg.de/methods-and-development-groups/meg-and-cortical-netwo… -- --- PD Dr.habil. Thomas R. Knösche Group Leader Research group "Cortical Networks and Cognitive Functions" Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences Stephanstraße 1A, 04103 Leipzig, Germany Phone: +49 341 9940-2619 Fax: +49 341 9940 2624 Email: knoesche(a)cbs.mpg.de http://www.cbs.mpg.de/~knoesche

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[WCCI 2018 Special Session] Interpretable Deep Learning Classifiers
by Teng Teck Hou 23 Nov '17

23 Nov '17

[Apologies for cross-postings] Special Session on Interpretable Deep Learning Classifiers IEEE World Congress on Computational Intelligence 8 - 13 July 2018, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil www.ieee-wcci.org Chairs: Plamen P. Angelov, Lancaster University, UK p.angelov(a)lancaster.ac.uk Jose C. Principe, University of Florida, principe(a)cnel.ufl.edu Synopsis: Deep Learning is becoming a synonym of highly precise (reaching or surpassing capabilities of a human) computational intelligence technique. Very interesting and important results were reported recently in both scientific literature and also grabbed the imagination of the wider public and industry helping propel the interest towards AI, neural networks, machine learning. It was applied mostly to solve classification problems in image processing, but also for predictive tasks in speech processing and other problems. Despite the undoubted success in achieving high precision and avoiding handcrafting in feature selection a number of issues remain unresolved, such as: i) transparency and interpretability; ii) the requirement for extremely large training data set, computational resources and time; iii) overfitting and catastrophic failures with high confidence in some cases; iv) convergence proof for the case of reinforcement learning; v) rigid structure unable to be adapted/to dynamically evolve with new samples and/or new classes; vi)repeatability of the results. Methodologically, the vast majority of the techniques of this hot and quickly developing area are based exclusively on neural networks (convolutional, belief based, etc.). Very recently publications appear where the deep learning (multi-layer) architecture with different levels of abstraction is build based on fuzzy rulebased systems or fuzzy sets are used to represent coefficients/weights in Restricted Bolzman Machines, etc. The aim of the special session is to address the bottleneck issues listed above and discuss and represent alternative and most recent methods, techniques and approaches that can help resolve these issues. The specific sub-topics that will be of interest include: * Interpretable/Transparent Deep Learning * Computational and time complexity/efficiency of Deep Learning Methods * Repeatability of the results of Deep Learning Methods * Degree of confidence in the results of Deep Learning * Highly Parallelisable Deep Learning Methods * Deep Learning with proven convergence * Re-trainability and dynamically evolving structures/architectures for Deep Learning * Ensembles of Deep Learning Classifiers * Fuzzy Deep Rule-based Classifiers * Self-adaptive and Self-organising Deep Learning Architectures Also applications to: * Computer Vision * Image Classification * Robotics * Remote Sensing * Biology and Tomography * Surveillance and Defense * Industry 4.0 * Assistive Technologies and Digital Health Important dates: * Paper Submission Deadline 15 January, 2018 * Paper acceptance notification date 15 March, 2018 * Final paper submission deadline 1 May, 2018 Conference: 8-13 July, 2018 Submission Guidelines: Please follow the regular submission guidelines of WCCI 2018. Please notify the chairs of your submission by sending an email to: p.angelov(a)lancaster.ac.uk or principe(a)cnel.ufl.edu This special session is supported by the IEEE Task Forces on Deep Learning http://deeplearning.math.unipd.it/ and on Evolving and Adaptive Fuzzy Systems, http://www.caos.inf.uc3m.es/aefs/

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University of Sussex 4-year PhD Programme in Neuroscience
by Miguel Maravall 22 Nov '17

22 Nov '17

Dear comp-neuro colleagues, We are now inviting applications for the PhD Programme in Neuroscience at the University of Sussex, for entry in September 2018. Could you please kindly distribute to interested students - we are very interested in applications from students with quantitative (physical sciences/computing/math) backgrounds. Thank you Best wishes Miguel Maravall University of Sussex 4-year PhD Programme in Neuroscience Sussex Neuroscience is now inviting applications for September 2018 entry to our funded PhD Programme, which includes a first year of laboratory rotations and taught modules. These support a transition into neuroscience from other science disciplines such as physics and computing, and provide students with the opportunity to both broaden and deepen their experience of different neuroscience fields and techniques. More than 40 supervisors are offering research projects across the following thematic areas: Circuits, Systems and Computational Neuroscience Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience Translational and Clinical Neuroscience Application Deadline: January 8th 2018 The Sussex campus is home to one of the largest neuroscience research communities in the UK, with strong interdisciplinary interactions between the biological and computational sciences. Our PhD Programme attracts some of the brightest students internationally. Home/EU fees are waived and a stipend is provided. We also welcome applications from non-EU students; we are able to contribute top-up funds to exceptional international students who have secured external funding. All students on the Programme can access financial support to attend conferences and additional training opportunities in the UK and overseas throughout their PhD. For further information and application instructions, please visit: www.sussex.ac.uk/sussexneuroscience/study/4yearphd<http://www.sussex.ac.uk/sussexneuroscience/study/4yearphd>

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a fantastic post-doc opportunity in the University of Cambridge
by Julija Krupic 22 Nov '17

22 Nov '17

Dear All, I am looking for talented and highly motivated researchers interested in studying how hippocampal spatial representations are generated and used for navigation. If you are interested please contact me directly krupiclab.com or apply here: http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/BFR632/research-assistant-associate/ Best, Julija

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2018 Telluride Neuromorphic Cognition Engineering Workshop Call for Topic Proposals: Deadline 21.12.2017
by elisabetta chicca 22 Nov '17

22 Nov '17

The call for 2018 Telluride Neuromorphic Cognition Engineering Workshop Call for Topic Proposals is now open. The 2018 theme for the workshop is * Embodied Perception and Cognition*. Deadline for proposals is *21.12.2017*. See the call here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11tdwIIcJ75NagH5ENyQrG05z2pGKEt9EGRTOSWB… We look forward to your proposals. Regards, The 2018 Telluride Workshop Organizing Team -- Prof. Dr. Elisabetta Chicca CITEC - Bielefeld University Inspiration 1 33619 Bielefeld - Germany Tel.: +49 521 106-12043 Fax : +49 521 106-12348

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Postdoctoral position in Human Single Unit and Intracranial EEG to study Human Memory
by Zaghloul, Kareem (NIH/NINDS) [E] 22 Nov '17

22 Nov '17

Hi, I would like to post the following advertisement for an available post-doc position to the comp-neuro listserv. If you could help me with that, I would appreciate it. Please let me know if you need any more information. Thank you for your help, Kareem Kareem A. Zaghloul, MD, PhD Surgical Neurology Branch National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, NIH Bldg 10, Rm. 3D20 10 Center Drive Bethesda, MD 20892-1414 O: 301-594-8114 F: 301-402-0380 The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke is seeking a full-time post-doctoral position focused on understanding the neural correlates of human memory. This position involves studies focused on analyzing and manipulating human intracranial electrophysiological signals, including single-unit activity, local field potentials, and electrocorticography (ECoG), captured from patients with medically refractory epilepsy and from patients receiving deep brain stimulation surgery. Post-doctoral fellows will join a laboratory aimed at understanding the neural mechanisms that underlie human episodic memory formation and decision making and at developing novel and innovative techniques to directly communicate with those circuits. We are seeking candidates that are highly creative, motivated, and independent with a Ph.D. in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, or a related field. Candidates must have a strong research background, with a record of relevant publications. Candidates will be encouraged and expected to participate in independent laboratory research, and will be expected to write scholarly manuscripts. Candidates must be able to lead and work well in a team. Candidates should have strong computational, quantitative, and/or engineering skills, with proficiency in developing custom code (Matlab, Python, etc.) for data analysis preferred. Past medical research is not required, but candidates must be willing to perform experiments in a clinical setting. Candidates will interact with clinical staff, graduate students, research fellows, and must have excellent spoken and written English skills. Applicants who will be attending either the Society for Neuroscience (Washington, DC), or American Epilepsy Society (Washington, DC) conferences can arrange for a meeting with the Principal Investigator, Dr. Kareem Zaghloul. Applicants should submit a brief statement of research activities and interests, a current CV, and names and contact information of at least three references. Salary will be commensurate with experience and accomplishments. To arrange a meeting with the PI and to send materials required for consideration for this appointment please contact Dr. Zaghloul at: zaghloulka(a)mail.nih.gov<mailto:zaghloulka@mail.nih.gov> NIH, an agency of DHHS, is an equal opportunity employer. All employees are subject to background investigation.

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[jobs] Fully funded MS/PhD student positions in Data Science, Bio-inspired Robotics, and Neural Engineering at IST, VISTEC, Thailand
by Poramate Manoonpong 21 Nov '17

21 Nov '17

Dear Colleagues, The School of Information Science and Technology (IST) at Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC), Thailand, welcomes all applicants for our international Master's and Doctoral degree program. Our school offers a competitive, English language, interdisciplinary, world-class PhD training and research program in Information Science and Technology. We have 20 fully funded Master and PhD student positions. Our program includes 2-years MS, 5-years MS+PhD, and 3-years PhD options. The students will be formally affiliated with the Master/PhD program at IST, VISTEC, Thailand. They will have the opportunity to develop new algorithms and research ideas and perform experiments on real hardware, e.g., High performance computing, Advanced robotic systems, Exoskeleton, and Brain computer interface systems. Our basic research under the IST umbrella focuses on main areas: Data Science, Cloud/HPC, IOT, Bio-inspired Robotics, and Neural Engineering. Data Science and Engineering (Large-Scale Analytics, Data Engineering, Data Mining, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning): We address various scalability issues in machine learning, data mining, database query processing. We are especially interested in developing solutions for machine learning problems with an extremely large number of classes and a scalable system for managing and storing various forms of high-dimensional data. Our application domains include (but not limited to) natural language processing, time series data management, geospatial data mining, business intelligence, IoT data analytics, and health data analytics. Bio-inspired robotics: We address how to develop brain-like mechanisms for adaptive motor control and autonomous learning of embodied multi-sensorimotor robotic systems (i.e., bio-inspired robots, exoskeleton). We also transfer the developed mechanisms (BRAIN technology) to application areas like human-machine interaction, brain-machine interface, and rehabilitation (see www.brain.vistec.ac.th<http://www.brain.vistec.ac.th/> for more details). Neural Engineering: We address an investigation of closed-loop EEG-based Brain Computer Interface (BCI) helps bridge the gap in communication between man and machine. Understanding patterns of brain activity from basic neuroscience research will help engineering to optimize the BCI system that could be applied in the real-world environment. Advanced signal processing techniques and pattern recognition methods such as machine learning, artificial neural network, and deep learning can improve the efficiency of BCI by increasing information transfer rate and accuracy. Ultimately, research based on BCI could lead to the development of novel tools used in both clinical and healthy populations (see www.brain.vistec.ac.th<http://www.brain.vistec.ac.th/> for more details). Financial Support: This studentship includes 1) fee bursary to cover the tuition fee rate 2) a maintenance allowance during the study, 3) grant of 1 Million Bath scholarship for international research experience. Person Specification: The successful applicant from any nationality will have a strong undergraduate (first class or upper second class) and/or Master's degree in 1) Science (Physics, Mathematics, Computer and related fields) 2)Engineering (Computer, Mechanical, Electrical, Robotics, and related fields) 3) Applied Science (Information Technology, ICT, Machine Learning, and related fields) Applicants with excellent programming and analytical/mathematical skills as well as expertise and research interests lying at the intersection of Data science, Bio-inspired Robotics, and Neural Engineering are particularly welcome to apply. Applicants from non-English speaking countries will need to satisfy English language entry requirements. Application Documents: 1. CV 2. Official Transcripts 3. Statement of Purpose/ Statement of research interest Optional: 4. Letters of recommendation 5. English test score (TOEFL, IELTS, or other tests) 6. Publications, awards & honors 7. Portfolio and other relevant documents Applications should be submitted online by January 31st , 2018. http://www.vistec.in.th/admission/form.php http://www.vistec.in.th/admission/ For further information or questions please contact Box Leangsuksun E-mail: chokchai.l(a)vistec.ac.th<mailto:chokchai.l@vistec.ac.th> Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology, Wangchan Valley 555 Moo1 Payupnai, Wangchan, Rayong 21210 Thailand Tel: +6633-01-4116 Website of VISTEC: http://www.vistec.ac.th<http://www.vistec.ac.th/>

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Multiple academic positions in Cognitive Analytics Research Laboratory, Ulster University
by Wong-Lin, Kongfatt 21 Nov '17

21 Nov '17

Several academic positions in data analytics, including neuroinformatics, are available at Ulster University. They range from Lecturership (Assistant Professorship equivalent) to (Full) Professorship. The application deadline is 8 December 2017. Best, KongFatt Wong-Lin https://www.ulster.ac.uk/staff/k-wong-lin ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Professor of Data Analytics (2 posts)<https://atsv7.wcn.co.uk/search_engine/jobs.cgi?SID=amNvZGU9MTY5MTM4MCZ2dF90…> http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/BFM233/professor-of-data-analytics-2-posts/ Readers/Senior Lecturers in Data Analytics (3 posts)<https://atsv7.wcn.co.uk/search_engine/jobs.cgi?SID=amNvZGU9MTY5MTM4MSZ2dF90…> http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/BFM247/reader-senior-lecturer-in-data-analytics-3… Lecturers in Data Analytics (3 posts)<https://atsv7.wcn.co.uk/search_engine/jobs.cgi?SID=amNvZGU9MTY5MTM4NCZ2dF90…> http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/BFM258/lecturer-in-data-analytics/ Ulster University – Cognitive Analytics Research Laboratory, Faculty of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment An exciting opportunity to contribute to internationally recognised research and help shape the future of data analytics. Ulster is a university in the top 3% globally, where excellence in teaching is underpinned by world-leading research. Ranked as one of the world’s top 150 young universities and in the top 25% of UK universities for overall research, Ulster is ambitious, forward-thinking and outward-looking. Our new Cognitive Analytics Research Laboratory is Northern Ireland’s first data analytics institute. It is a £4 million investment that brings together businesses, government and advanced academic research expertise to find innovative application areas for cognitive analytics techniques. It is part of an exciting programme of investment in new infrastructure and initiatives driven by a five-year strategic vision to deliver a university that is sustainable and innovative with a strong international reputation. Ulster has a long history of expertise in data analytics in both machine learning algorithms and the application of analytical techniques across a diverse range of domains including Health and Neuroinformatics. We are seeking to appoint talented and creative people with a genuine passion for their work, who will deliver outstanding research and teaching that encourages innovation, leadership and vision. The appointment is permanent and is open to applications from individuals or teams. Location: Magee campus, Derry~Londonderry. Attractive reward package including a competitive starting salary, pension scheme and financial assistance with relocation. Closing date for applications: 8 December 2017. For more information about this opportunity visit: www.ulster.ac.uk/jobs<http://www.ulster.ac.uk/jobs> ------------------------------------------------ This email and any attachments are confidential and intended solely for the use of the addressee and may contain information which is covered by legal, professional or other privilege. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager at postmaster(a)ulster.ac.uk and delete this email immediately. Any views or opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of Ulster University. The University's computer systems may be monitored and communications carried out on them may be recorded to secure the effective operation of the system and for other lawful purposes. Ulster University does not guarantee that this email or any attachments are free from viruses or 100% secure. Unless expressly stated in the body of a separate attachment, the text of email is not intended to form a binding contract. Correspondence to and from the University may be subject to requests for disclosure by 3rd parties under relevant legislation. The Ulster University was founded by Royal Charter in 1984 and is registered with company number RC000726 and VAT registered number GB672390524.The primary contact address for Ulster University in Northern Ireland is Cromore Road, Coleraine, Co. Londonderry BT52 1SA

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Postdoctoral position in computational neuroscience and machine learning
by Maxim Bazhenov 20 Nov '17

20 Nov '17

Applications are invited for a post-doctoral research position in the laboratory of Dr. Maxim Bazhenov at the University of California, San Diego to develop neuroscience inspired machine learning algorithms capable of continual learning and adapting to the novel situations and contexts.This project involves close collaboration with the experimental laboratory of Dr. Bruce McNaughton (UC Irvine). The ultimate goal of the work is to advance the knowledge of how human and animal brains learn from experience and apply these principles to the artificial systems to enable continuous learning without catastrophic forgetting. The successful candidate will collaborate with a team of researchers to design neural network models of dynamic interactions between the hippocampus and neocortex during learning and memory consolidation based on experimental data. These models will be used to derive learning principles that can be combined with advances in artificial intelligence and machine learning. An ideal candidate should have experience in computational/theoretical neuroscience and a basic knowledge of machine learning, or, alternatively, experience in machine learning algorithms and some basic knowledge ofneuroscience. Experience with hierarchical learning, reinforcement learning, and/or goal-directed decision-making would be particularly helpful. The University of California offers excellent benefits. Salary is based on research experience. Applicants should send a brief statement of research interests, a CV and the names of three references to Maxim Bazhenov at mbazhenov(a)ucsd.edu -- Maxim Bazhenov, Ph.D. Professor, Department of Medicine, Neurosciences Graduate Program, UCSD, School of Medicine http://www.bazhlab.ucsd.edu/

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NEST Conference 2017 --- Register NOW!
by Dennis Terhorst 17 Nov '17

17 Nov '17

Dear all! Coming up mid of December the community of NEST users and developers will meet to discuss neuroscientific work with NEST and the status and future of simulation technology on the NEST Conference 2017 to be held on 19/20 December 2017 (Tuesday/Wednesday, lunch to lunch) at Haus Overbach in Barmen near Jülich, Germany. After our very successful and stimulating meeting in Karlsruhe last November, we are greatly looking forward to 24 hours filled with presentations and discussions of NEST applications to computational neuroscience and neurorobotics projects and NEST technology development. You are cordially invited to contribute to the program with your contribution! We are grateful to the Human Brain Project Outreach Programme and Education Programme for financial support. Important deadlines: - 19 November 2017: Extended deadline for submission of contribution - 26 November 2017: Extended deadline for registrations For details, contribution submission and registration, please see https://indico-jsc.fz-juelich.de/event/52/overview We are looking forward to seeing you all in December! best, Dennis Terhorst -- Dipl.-Phys. Dennis Terhorst Coordinator Software Development Institute of Neuroscience and Medicine (INM-6) Computational and Systems Neuroscience & Theoretical Neuroscience, Institute for Advanced Simulation (IAS-6) Jülich Research Centre, Member of the Helmholz Association and JARA 52425 Jülich, Germany Building 15.22 Room 4004 Phone +49 2461 61-85062 Fax +49 2461 61- 9460 d.terhorst(a)fz-juelich.de

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Postdoc position in systems/computational neuroscience (retina)
by Philipp Berens 17 Nov '17

17 Nov '17

Dear all, Thomas Euler and I have a postdoc position available. Applications are sought for a Postdoc position for a collaborative project in the groups of Thomas Euler and Philipp Berens at the Institute for Ophthalmic Research , the CIN, and the Bernstein Centre for Computational Neuroscience (BCCN) of the University of Tübingen. The project is part of the DFG Priority Programme „Computational Connectomics” (SPP 2041). The goal of the project is to combine functional imaging of excitatory and inhibitory signals with computational modeling based on connectomics data from electron microscopy to study the role of amacrine cell circuits in the retina. The candidate for the position ... must have a PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g. neuroscience) must have experimental skills ideally in functional 2P imaging, alternatively in electrophysiology has a strong background in neuroscience at the circuit or systems level, ideally in the visual system is proficient in modern programming languages (i.e. Python) is experienced in data analysis. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, independent, and able to learn quickly, is proficient in English verbal and written communication and has strong problem-solving skills. What we offer The positions is available immediately, with funding for 3 years and possible extension depending on further funding. The postdoc will work embedded in an highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment, providing ample possibilities for career development. Applications should include a CV, a statement of research motivation and experience, and the names of at least two referees. Please compile your application in one single PDF-file and email it to positions(a)eulerlab.org. Further details: http://eulerlab.de/positions/ -- PD Dr. Philipp Berens (Group Leader) University of Tübingen Institute for Ophthalmic Research http://www.berenslab.org phone: +49-7071-2988833

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ICMNS 2018: Call for Contribution
by Etienne Tanre 16 Nov '17

16 Nov '17

We are delighted to announce the 4th International Conference on Mathematical Neuroscience (ICMNS 2018), to be held at the Congress Center in Juan-les-Pins, on the French Riviera. Tutorials will be held on June 10, and the main conference is June 11 - June 13. More details are given on the conference website: https://icmns2018.inria.fr <https://icmns2018.inria.fr/> The International Conference on Mathematical Neuroscience will provide a forum for researchers to discuss current mathematical innovations emerging in neuroscience. A major aim of the conference is to attract and train young researchers on current methods in mathematical neuroscience. To fulfill this goal, we will hold a tutorial the day before the main meeting. The main conference will feature a broader set of topics in mathematical neuroscience, with a focus on (a) the use of experimental data in modeling studies; (b) theory and models that explore hypotheses and design better experiments; (c) rigorous mathematical models of neural systems; (d) improved methods for analyzing complex data sets. Abstract Submission: We encourage abstract submission by researchers from all areas of mathematical neuroscience. One page abstracts will be reviewed by the Program Committee and divided into parallel talk sessions and poster sessions. Details will be given on the web site <https://icmns2018.inria.fr/>. The abstract submission <http://icmns2018.inria.fr/submission/> deadline is January 23, 2018. Student Awards: We offer student awards. To apply, students must submit an abstract and include a current CV as part of their submitted document in Easychair <https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=icmns2018>. Program Committee Daniele Avitabile (Univ. of Nottingham, UK) Nicolas Brunel (Duke Univ., USA) Carina Curto (Pennsylvania State Univ., USA) Rodica Curtu (Univ. of Iowa, USA) Mathieu Desroches (Inria Sophia-Antipolis, France) Lubomir Kostal (Inst. of Physiology, Czech Republic) Carlo Laing (Massey Univ., New Zealand) Benjamin Lindner (Bernstein C. for Comp. Neuroscience Berlin, Germany) Eva Löcherbach (Univ. Cergy-Pontoise, France) André Longtin (Univ. Ottawa, Canada) Jeff Moehlis (Univ. California Santa Barbara, USA) Hiroya Nakao (Tokyo Instit. of Technology, Japan) Patricia Reynaud Bouret (Univ Nice, France) Alex Roxin (CRM Barcelona, Spain) Delphine Salort (Univ Pierre et Marie Curie, France) Wilhelm Stannat (TU Berlin, Germany) Denis Talay (Inria Sophia-Antipolis, France) Michèle Thieullen (Univ Pierre et Marie Curie, France) Martin Wechselberger (Univ Sydney, Australia) Advisory Board Paul Bressloff (Univ. of Utah, USA) Evelyn Buckwar (JKU Linz, Austria) Stephen Coombes (Univ. of Nottingham, UK) Olivier Faugeras (Inria Sophia Antipolis, France) Julijana Gjiorgjieva (Max Planck Institute for Brain Research, Germany) Zachary Kilpatrick (Univ. of Colorado Boulder, USA) Robert Rosenbaum (Univ. of Notre Dame, USA) Romain Veltz (Inria Sophia Antipolis, France) We hope to see you in Juan les Pins this June! All the best, Susanne Ditlevsen Bard Ermentrout Etienne Tanré

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Postdoctoral Fellow Position in Human Neuroimaging
by Sylvia Morelli 16 Nov '17

16 Nov '17

The Empathy and Social Connection Lab <http://www.morellilab.com/> at the University of Illinois at Chicago (PI: Sylvia Morelli) has an opening for a postdoctoral fellow to begin any time between January to July 2018. The postdoctoral fellow will have the opportunity to work on neuroimaging research related to empathy, prosociality, social networks, well-being, loneliness, and depression (including collaborative projects with the Stanford Social Neuroscience Lab <http://ssnl.stanford.edu/>). Successful applicants should have a PhD in neuroscience, psychology, computer science, statistics/biostatistics, mathematics, or a related field. They should also have a strong background in programming, statistics, and the design and analysis of fMRI experiments, as well as excellent communication and organizational skills. Experience with computational neuroscience techniques — such as multivariate pattern analysis, prospective prediction, machine learning, effective connectivity, or connectomics/graph theory — is a bonus, but not a requirement. The position will be fully funded for at least 2 years with the potential for a longer-term position. We will review applications beginning December 10, until the position is filled. Applicants should send a CV, a statement describing research interests and experience (maximum: 1 page), and contact information for two references to Sylvia Morelli (smorelli(a)uic.edu <mailto:smorelli@uic.edu>).

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PhD position in neural coding
by Matthew Chalk 16 Nov '17

16 Nov '17

PhD position in theoretical neuroscience, at the Vision Institute in Paris, France: Description: Applications are invited for a fully funded 3-year PhD studentship with Matthew Chalk, at the Vision Institute (www.institut-vision.org/en/ <http://www.institut-vision.org/en/>), within the University of Pierre and Marie Curie (UPMC), in Paris, France,. The project will involve investigating neural coding in the retina. Specifically, it will ask how neurons achieve diverse goals, such as optimising efficiency or making predictions about the future. The PhD will include both a theoretical and an experimental component. The theoretical part will extend work by Chalk et al. to develop a general theory of neural coding (Chalk et al. NIPS 2016, Chalk et al. bioArxiv 2016). The experimental part, where we will test this theory in the retina, will be in close collaboration with the lab of Olivier Marre, who have developed techniques for recording from hundreds of retinal ganglion cells simultaneously (e.g. Marre et al. PLoS Comp. 2015). The Vision Institute is a stimulating environment for brain research. It brings together in a single building researchers, clinicians and industrial partners in order to discover, test and develop treatments and technological innovations for the benefit of visually impaired patients. The ideal candidate should have a strong quantitative background, with a masters degree in fields such as physics, computer science or computational neuroscience. Applications should include a CV, a short letter of motivation (max 1 page), and letter of recommendation. The earliest starting date is January 2018. Electronic submissions should be sent to Matthew Chalk (matthewjchalk(a)gmail.com <mailto:matthewjchalk@gmail.com>). Feel free to ask any informal questions if you are interested.

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Deadline Approaching: Theoretical/Statistical Neuroscience Faculty Openings at Columbia
by Allison Ong 15 Nov '17

15 Nov '17

Dear Colleague, This is a friendly reminder that *Dec 1, 2017 *is the deadline for Columbia's search for *two faculty positions in Theoretical and Statistical Neuroscience.* We would appreciate it if you could forward the information below or the flier attached to any interested candidates. The link to apply is: academicjobs.columbia.edu/ applicants/Central?quickFind=65051 Thanks and Best Wishes, Larry Abbott and Liam Paninski *Two Junior Faculty Position in Theoretical / Statistical Neuroscience* The Department of Neuroscience, the Department of Statistics, and the Mortimer B. Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute at Columbia University invite applications for two tenure-track positions at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, to begin in 2018. One position will focus on theoretical neuroscience with an appointment in the Department of Neuroscience. The other position will focus on the application of statistics to neuroscience with an appointment in the Department of Statistics. Both positions will include appointments as well as office and laboratory space in the Center for Theoretical Neuroscience and the Grossman Center of the Statistics of Mind within the Mortimer B. Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute housed in the Jerome L. Greene Science Center at Columbia. The Zuckerman Institute brings together scientists from diverse backgrounds whose research focuses on brain function, wiring, and development. We are seeking dynamic scientists interested in exploiting this multidisciplinary environment by interacting with Zuckerman Institute faculty as well as with others in the Columbia neuroscience, biological sciences, physical sciences, statistics, and machine learning communities, including the Data Science Institute. Zuckerman Institute faculty will function as full members of their home departments: tenure will be granted by the home department and faculty will contribute to teaching in their home departments and the Zuckerman Institute. Candidates will be expected to show expertise and an ability to lead a research program in theoretical and/or statistical neuroscience. Applicants are expected to have a strong record of scientific achievement and to demonstrate the ability to engage in innovative research and teaching. Applicants should hold a PhD in neuroscience, statistics, or a related area. Applications should be submitted through this link: academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=65051 The following documents should be uploaded with your application: cover letter, CV, research plan, teaching statement, three letters of reference or a listing of at least three references that can be contacted, and the inclusion of one or two publications. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. We will start to evaluate applications on December 1, 2017. Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer --Race/Gender/Disability/Veteran.

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Call for SMARTSTART Applications
by Smart Start Coordination Office 15 Nov '17

15 Nov '17

Ready for a SMARTSTART into Computational Neuroscience? We invite first and second-year Master students with a background in related fields to apply to our joint training program SMARTSTART. The program aims at complementing previous studies with concepts, theories and techniques of Computational Neuroscience. SMARTSTART consists of two programs. Both of them last one year each and take place at numerous locations of the Bernstein Network and further locations throughout Germany. SMARTSTART 1 provides financial support to then second-year Master students, allowing them to attend supplementary courses and training visits at participating institutions. Students will receive an experienced faculty mentor who will advise and guide them at this educational stage. SMARTSTART 2 provides fully funded positions for pre-PhD students. At the start of the program, these students will have already obtained their Master´s degree and are in the process of selecting a PhD project. SMARTSTART 2 allows them to elaborate their own PhD proposal as a collaborative project between two labs. This comprises exchange visits as well as voluntary attendance of lectures and courses offered by participating institutions. Both SMARTSTART programs will commence the next round in the winter term 2018/19. The Deadline for application is Wednesday, February 28, 2018. More information can be found on our website: www.smartstart-compneuro.de<http://www.smartstart-compneuro.de/> Best regards, Kathrin Hebert -- Coordination Office Smart Start - Joint Training Program in Computational Neuroscience Bernstein Network Computational Neuroscience | Bernstein Coordination Site (BCOS) Branch Office of the Forschungszentrum Jülich at the University of Freiburg Hansastr. 9A | 79104 Freiburg, Germany phone: (+49) 0761 203 9593 mail: smartstart(a)fz-juelich.de<mailto:smartstart@fz-juelich.de> web: www.nncn.de<http://www.nncn.de> Twitter: NNCN_Germany<https://twitter.com/NNCN_Germany> YouTube: Bernstein TV<https://www.youtube.com/user/BernsteinNetwork> Facebook: Bernstein Network Computational Neuroscience, Germany<https://www.facebook.com/BernsteinNetwork/> LinkedIn: Bernstein Network Computational Neuroscience, Germany<https://www.linkedin.com/company/bernstein-network-computational-neuroscien…> <https://www.linkedin.com/company/bernstein-network-computational-neuroscien…> ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Forschungszentrum Juelich GmbH 52425 Juelich Sitz der Gesellschaft: Juelich Eingetragen im Handelsregister des Amtsgerichts Dueren Nr. HR B 3498 Vorsitzender des Aufsichtsrats: MinDir Dr. Karl Eugen Huthmacher Geschaeftsfuehrung: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Wolfgang Marquardt (Vorsitzender), Karsten Beneke (stellv. Vorsitzender), Prof. Dr.-Ing. Harald Bolt, Prof. Dr. Sebastian M. Schmidt ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Princeton Intensive Summer School in Neuroscience
by Carlos Brody 14 Nov '17

14 Nov '17

** Princeton Intensive Summer School in Neuroscience ** We want to bring to your attention an intensive 4-week summer course, Cellular, Computational and Cognitive Neuroscience (C3N), designed to introduce physicists, mathematicians, engineers and computer scientists to the major questions and techniques of modern neuroscience, with a special emphasis in both lecture and laboratory components on modern recording and analysis methods, ranging from large scale electrode and optical recording (and optogenetic stimulation) to mathematical analysis of neural dynamics within the datasets produced by these methods. The course and application are described in detail at http://C3N.princeton.edu. Senior graduate students or postdoctoral fellows are particularly appropriate candidates for the C3N course. Grants from the NIMH and the Burroughs Wellcome Foundation allow us to meet the full financial needs of all admitted students. The application deadline is Feb. 1 2018. http://C3N.princeton.edu David Tank, Michael Berry and Alan Gelperin, Princeton Neuroscience Institute

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Call for Applications - 2018 Nengo Summer School
by Peter Blouw 14 Nov '17

14 Nov '17

[All details about this school can be found online at https://www.nengo.ai/summerschool] The Centre for Theoretical Neuroscience at the University of Waterloo is excited to announce a special version of our annual Nengo summer school that will host the* first public access* to *Braindrop*, a new mixed analog-digital neuromorphic chip developed in collaboration with Stanford and Yale. In addition to introducing Braindrop, this two-week school will teach participants to use the Nengo simulation package to build state-of-the-art cognitive and neural models to run both in simulation and on neuromorphic hardware. Nengo provides users with a versatile and powerful environment for designing cognitive and neural systems, and has been used to build what is currently the world's largest functional brain model, Spaun [1]. Nengo is also being used to program a variety of state-of-the-art neuromorphic chips, including Braindrop! For a look at last year's summer school, check out this short video: https://goo.gl/4tVUkQ We welcome applications from all interested graduate students, research associates, postdocs, professors, and industry professionals with a relevant background. [1] Eliasmith, C., Stewart T. C., Choo X., Bekolay T., DeWolf T., Tang Y., Rasmussen, D. (2012). A large-scale model of the functioning brain. Science. Vol. 338 no. 6111 pp. 1202-1205. DOI: 10.1126/science.1225266. [ http://compneuro.uwaterloo.ca/files/publications/eliasmith.2012.pdf] Application Deadline: February 15, 2018 *Format*: A combination of tutorials and project-based work. Participants are encouraged to bring their own ideas for projects, which may focus on testing hypotheses, modeling neural or cognitive data, implementing specific behavioural functions with neurons, expanding past models, or providing a proof-of-concept of various neural mechanisms. Hands-on tutorials, work on individual or group projects, and talks from invited faculty members will make up the bulk of day-to-day activities. A project demonstration event will be held on the last day of the school, with prizes for strong projects! Participants will have the opportunity to learn how to: - interface Nengo with various kinds of neuromorphic hardware - build perceptual, motor, and cognitive models using spiking neurons - model anatomical, electrophysiological, cognitive, and behavioural data - use a variety of single cell models within a large-scale model - integrate machine learning methods into biologically oriented models - interface Nengo with cameras and robotic systems - implement modern nonlinear control methods in neural models - and much more... *Date and Location:* June 3th to June 15th, 2018 at the University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. *Applications*: Please visit http://www.nengo.ai/summerschool, where you can find more information regarding costs, travel, lodging, along with an application form listing required materials. If you have any questions about the school or the application process, please contact Peter Blouw (peter.blouw(a)appliedbrainresearch.com) We look forward to hearing from you!

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PhD position: Calcium signalling in the C. elegans brain
by Melanie Stefan 14 Nov '17

14 Nov '17

PhD position: Using C. elegans and computational modelling to understand the mechanisms governing calcium signalling in the brain A BBSRC-funded PhD position is available at the University of Edinburgh, in a joint project between the Busch lab and the Stefan lab. The project involves studying Calcium signalling in the C. elegans brain, using both experimental methods (genetics, behavioural assays, functional neuronal imaging) and computational modelling. Full funding is available for UK or EU citizens who have been resident in the UK for 3 years prior to commencement. Further details and instructions on how to apply are available here: https://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=89850 The application deadline is 4 December 2017. If you wish to discuss the project, contact Emanuel Busch (Emanuel.Busch(a)ed.ac.uk) or Melanie Stefan (melanie.stefan(a)ed.ac.uk) -- Melanie I Stefan, PhD Edinburgh-Zhejiang Lecturer University of Edinburgh Edinburgh, UK, EH8 9XD http://melaniestefan.net

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Job Posting: Computational Neuroscience Applications Engineer
by Christian Rössert 13 Nov '17

13 Nov '17

Dear Colleagues, INAIT is seeking a permanent and full-time Computational Neuroscience Applications Engineer INAIT is a spin-off from the Blue Brain Project that will leverage 12 years of experience on brain modeling and simulation to build the next generation AI systems. INAIT has a unique position in knowledge of brain structure and function, advanced software ecosystems, and an advanced team of scientists and engineers. We expect to radically innovate on current AI systems to more easily capture diverse brain-like capabilities. Send your cover letter and CV to contact(a)inait.ai Job description *Major duties and responsibilities:* - Contribute to the development of computational neuroscience applications using state of the art computational neuroscience simulation packages and INAIT applications - Contribute to the development of computational neuroscience models of neurons and neural networks - Perform a technical survey of computational neuroscience algorithms and technology *Essential skills and experience required:* - University degree in computational neuroscience - Professional experience in state of the art computational neuroscience simulation frameworks such as NEST, NEURON, GENESIS, … - Experience in developing computational models of morphologically and/or (preferred) point neuron models - Professional experience in Python code development - Professional experience using UNIX/Linux operating systems - Good team player - Fluent spoken and written English *Preferred:* - Experience in the development of state of the art computational neuroscience simulation frameworks such as NEST, NEURON, GENESIS, … - Experience in the use of computational neuroscience simulation frameworks paradigms on shared and/or distributed parallel machines. - Professional experience in the software development life-cycle including unit testing, continuous integration, version control, debugging and documentation *Profile:* - Master’s degree or PhD (preferred) in computational neuroscience followed by at least 2-years professional experience - Quality-driven work ethics - Successful track record in designing, developing and maintaining software projects Where: Lausanne, Switzerland Start date: As soon as possible Activity rate: 100% Deadline for application: until position is filled Duration of contract: CDI Send your cover letter and CV to contact(a)inait.ai INAIT SA EPFL-Innovation Park - Bat. D 1015 Lausanne Switzerland contact(a)inait.ai

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Post-doc position in electrophysiology/neural coding at Columbia University
by Qi Wang 11 Nov '17

11 Nov '17

A postdoc position is immediately available in the Laboratory for Neural Engineering and Control in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Columbia University (http://neclab.bme.columbia.edu/) The project investigates the role of the locus coeruleus – norepinephrine (LC-NE) system in modulating neural coding, perception, and learning. The successful applicant should have a background in in-vivo single-unit recording. Experiences in behavioral training of rodents is a plus. We are looking for highly motivated researchers with a strong technical background, ideally with a PhD or equivalent in Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience, Psychology, or a related discipline. Applicants should demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Start date is flexible. Salary will be commensurate to the candidate's qualifications. Applicants should submit a CV, a brief description of research interests, and a list of three references. All application materials as well as any inquiries should be sent to qi.wang(a)columbia.edu. -- ====================================== Qi Wang, Assistant Professor Department of Biomedical Engineering Columbia University ET 351, 500 W 120th Street New York, NY 10027 Email: qi.wang@columbia.eduhttp://neclab.bme.columbia.edu/ <qw2161(a)columbia.edu>

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support for Two PhD Fellows in Bilbao, Caixa Fellowship
by Jesus Cortes 10 Nov '17

10 Nov '17

Dear colleague La Caixa Foundation has published the call for International PhD fellowships within the program "INPhINIT". This call is providing excellent working conditions for excellent international students. More information at https://obrasociallacaixa.org/el/investigacion-y-becas/progr ama-de-becas-de-posgrado/inphinit/programme-description We will be supporting 2 applicants, one associated to the project “Machine Learning, Neurological Disorders and Brain Networks” supervised by Jesus M Cortes and the other associated to the project "Multi-scale epileptic networks: a longitudinal structural-functional study of human epileptic networks combining deep electrode recordings and MRI" supervised by Paolo Bonifazi. Applicants must have a background in Mathematics, Physics or Engineering. The student will work in the Computational Neuroimaging Lab in Biocruces (Bibao) focused on developing and applying brain connectivity methods in combination with machine learning (such as supervised and unsupervised classification), modeling (neuron or circuit levels) and imaging processing of different imaging modalities (such as magnetic resonance imaging or electroencepaholography). The student will interact with Engineers, Physicists and Clinical Researchers. Further details and readings: To study brain functioning and disfunctioning, the Computational Neuroimaging Laboratory in Biocruces (Bilbao) is focused on brain networks at the macroscale, thus affecting to the large-scale brain organization. While diffusion images provide information about structural connectivity, functional magnetic resonance imaging shed light on resting state functional connectivity. In this project, the student will work with different datasets, some of them publicly available, others acquired in our laboratory, covering different pathologies such as autism, patients in coma, epilepsy, patients with multiorganic failure, neurodegeneration such as Alzheimer’s disease or Parkinson and psychiatric disorders. https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnagi.2017.00215/full http://www.mitpressjournals.org/doi/abs/10.1162/NETN_a_00007 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2015.01024/full https://www.nature.com/articles/srep10532 Working conditions: 3-years contract, gross salary of about 26.000 euro - 28.000 euro per year, and an extra travelling and conference budget of about 3.500 euro per year. Applicant requirements: At recruitment date, candidates must have MSc degree and an English certification of minimum B2. In addition, candidates must not have residence in Spain longer than 12 months in the 3 years prior to recruitment date. Interested applicants contact to: Prof. Jesus M Cortes Ikerbasque Research Professor Head of the Laboratory of Computational Neuroimaging, Biocruces, Bilbao (Spain) Coordinator of the Quantitative Biomedicine Unit, Biocruces, Bilbao (Spain) Research Professor at the University of the Basque Country (Spain) http://www.jesuscortes.info jesus.m.cortes(a)gmail.com and/or Dr. Paolo Bonifazi Ikerbasque Tenure Track Professor Computational Neuroimaging Laboratory http://www.ikerbasque.net/es/paolo-bonifazi paol.bonifazi(a)gmail.com -- http://www.jesuscortes.info <http://jesuscortes.info> https://neurokafe.github.io/ https://thesciencebridge.org/

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Fully funded PhD Studentship in Biomedical Engineering
by Jayawan Wijekoon 09 Nov '17

09 Nov '17

Fully funded PhD Studentship in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Manchester (through UK Medical Research Council Doctoral Training Partnership) is now open to UK and EU candidates. The successful candidate who have obtained, or be about to obtain, an undergraduate or Masters qualification in a relevant subject and should meet the minimum entry requirements of the School. The successful PhD student will help to develop a wearable fetal health monitoring vest to reduce stillbirths. The PhD student is expected to carry out electronic engineering or signal processing research. This multidisciplinary project is carried out with the collaboration of St Mary's Hospital, Manchester. For more details, please click the link given below. If you need further details, you can contact me (email: Jayawan.wijekoon(a)manchester.ac.uk<mailto:Jayawan.wijekoon@manchester.ac.uk>) directly. Web link to apply for the studentship<https://www.findaphd.com/search/projectdetails.aspx?PJID=89880>: https://www.findaphd.com/search/projectdetails.aspx?PJID=89880 The deadline for the application is 17th of November 2017. Kind regards, -- Dr. Jayawan Wijekoon Lecturer in VLSI Design & Digital Systems Design D31B, Sackville Street Building, School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering The University of Manchester, Manchester, M13 9PL, UK Tel. +44 (0)161 306 4736

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CFP: Special Issue on Crossmodal Learning
by Pablo Barros 09 Nov '17

09 Nov '17

CALL FOR PAPERS Special Issue on Computational Models for Crossmodal Learning of the Cognitive Systems Research Journal. https://www.journals.elsevier.com/cognitive-systems-research/ I. Aim and Scope The ability of processing crossmodal information is a fundamental feature of the brain that provides a robust perceptual experience for an efficient interaction with the environment. Consequently, the integration of multisensory information plays a crucial role in autonomous systems to create robust and meaningful representations of objects and events. For dealing with real-world information, an autonomous, intelligent system must be capable of processing, integrating, and segregating different modalities for the purpose of coherent perception, decision-making, and cognitive learning. Recent neurophysiological findings in crossmodal learning have inspired novel computational models with the aim to trigger biologically inspired behavioral responses. A rich set of neural mechanisms support the integration and segregation of multimodal stimuli, providing the means to efficiently solve conflicts across modalities. This special issue aims to invite contributors from psychology, computational neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and cognitive robotics to discuss current research on crossmodal learning mechanisms both from the theoretical and modelling perspective. II. Potential Topics Topics include, but are not limited to: - New theories and findings on crossmodal processing - New neuroscientific results on crossmodal learning - Machine learning and neural networks for learning multisensory representations - Computational models of crossmodal attention and perception - Brain-inspired approaches for multisensory integration - Multisensory robot perception III. Submission Authors must use the Evise system to submit their contibutions, more informations can be found here: https://www.journals.elsevier.com/cognitive-systems-research/ *All manuscripts must be submitted to the Special Issue "VSI: Crossmodal Learning"* - Paper submission deadline: 09.02.2018 IV. Guest Editors Pablo Barros, University of Hamburg, Germany German I. Parisi, University of Hamburg, Germany Doreen Jirak, Hamburg University, Germany Bruno Fernandes, Universidade de Pernambuco, Brazil -- Dr.rer.nat. Pablo Barros Research Associate Knowledge Technology Department of Informatics University of Hamburg Vogt-Koelln-Str. 30 22527 Hamburg, Germany Phone: +49 40 42883 2535 Fax: +49 40 42883 2515 barros at informatik.uni-hamburg.de https://www.inf.uni-hamburg.de/en/inst/ab/wtm/people/barros.html www.knowledge-technology.info

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Postdoc at Edinburgh - Visual navigation in ants
by Barbara Webb 09 Nov '17

09 Nov '17

A research associate position is available in the Insect Robotics group in the School of Informatics at the University of Edinburgh to work on developing experimental and modelling tools as part of the BBSRC funded project “Visual navigation in ants: from visual ecology to brain”, in collaboration with the University of Sussex. Excellent skills in programming are essential and candidates with experience in developing experimental tools such as visual tracking and trackballs, in carrying out advanced analysis of experimental data, in image processing and analysis, will be preferred. Ideally, candidates would also be familiar with invertebrate brain and behaviour research, and/or have expertise in modelling of sensory and neural systems. The post is full time and fixed term for 36 months. The post is available from 1st January 2018. Salary: £32,548 - £38,833 per annum Informal enquiries can be addressed to: Professor Barbara Webb (b.webb(a)ed.ac.uk) Principal Investigator of the project. Further details and the application form can be found at the University of Edinburgh website: https://www.vacancies.ed.ac.uk/pls/corehrrecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.jobsp ec?p_id=041829 Closing Date: Wednesday 6th December 2017 at 5pm (GMT). -- The University of Edinburgh is a charitable body, registered in Scotland, with registration number SC005336.

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EPFL Simulation Neuroscience I - Enrol now on edX.org!
by Eilif Muller 09 Nov '17

09 Nov '17

Dear Colleagues, I would like to bring to your attention a recently launched Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) on Simulation Neuroscience we are now offering on edX.org, leveraging the HBP Brain Simulation Platform. It is the first of 3 planned MOOCs through which we will teach students to construct and simulate data-driven microcircuits, like the Blue Brain cortical model. More details are below. Many thanks for forwarding to students who may be potentially interested. Best regards, Eilif ===== ANNOUNCEMENT ===== The Center for Digital Education of the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland in cooperation with the Blue Brian Project is welcoming students to participate in a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) entitled: Simulation Neuroscience I - Reconstruction of a single neuron Faculty: Prof. Henry Markram, Prof. Idan Segev, Prof. Sean Hill, Prof. Felix Schuermann, Samuel Kerrian, Lida Kanari, Werner Van Geit, Dr. Srikanth Ramaswamy, Dr. Eilif Muller Abstract: Simulation Neuroscience is an emerging approach to integrate the knowledge dispersed throughout the field of neuroscience. The aim is to build a unified empirical picture of the brain, to study the biological mechanisms of brain function, behaviour and disease. This is achieved by integrating diverse data sources across the various scales of experimental neuroscience, from molecular to clinical, into computer simulations. In a series of three courses, you will learn to use the state-of-the-art modelling tools of the Human Brain Project Brain Simulation Platform to simulate neurons, build neural networks, and perform your own simulation experiments. This is the first course of the series that will teach you how to digitally reconstruct a single neuron. We invite you to join us and share in our passion to reconstruct, simulate and understand the brain! The course is targeted at senior bachelor, master or PhD students in science or engineering fields looking for an introduction to Simulation Neuroscience. It is a 6 week course, with an estimated course load of 5-7 hours per week. The course is open as of November 2nd, and is self-paced and can be started at any time. For more information: https://www.edx.org/course/simulation-neuroscience-epflx-simneurox ------------- Dr. Eilif Muller Section Manager - Simulation Neuroscience - Cells & Circuits Task Leader - Community Engagement - HBP Brain Simulation SP EPFL - Blue Brain Project Biotech Campus Chemin des Mines 9 1202 Geneva Switzerland Tel: +41 21 693 0698 Fax: +41 21 693 5350 www: http://bluebrain.epfl.ch/page-77926-en.html www: http://neuralensemble.org/people/eilifmuller

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Postdoc positions available in Alex Pouget's lab
by Berk Gercek 09 Nov '17

09 Nov '17

The laboratory of Alexandre Pouget, at the university of Geneva, will have one, possibly two, postdoc positions available in March 2018. Candidates with strong physics or math background, and with prior experience in computational neuroscience, are encouraged to apply. The topic of research will depend on the interest and profile of the candidate though the lab currently works on decision making, neural coding, probabilistic learning and probabilistic inference in neural circuits. One of these positions will be affiliated with the International Brain laboratory (see https://www.internationalbrainlab.com/) Candidates should send their CV to Alexandre Pouget at alexandre.pouget(a)unige.ch. -- ---------------------------------------- Berk Gercek Doctoral student, Pouget lab Université de Genève 1 rue Michel-servet 1205, Geneva, Switzerland

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RaPID 2018 Workshop @ LREC: Resources and ProcessIng of linguistic, para-linguistic and extra-linguistic Data from people with various forms of cognitive/psychiatric impairments
by Dimitrios Kokkinakis 08 Nov '17

08 Nov '17

*[apologies for cross-postings]* *1st Call for Papers* RaPID 2018: "*Resources and ProcessIng of linguistic, para-linguistic and extra-linguistic Data from people with various forms of cognitive/psychiatric impairments*" Half-day workshop at LREC2018 | Miyazaki, Japan | May 8th, 2018 Submission deadline: January 14th, 2018 (see also Important dates below) RaPID website: <https://spraakbanken.gu.se/eng/rapid-2018> The RaPID 2018 Workshop will follow up on the successful RaPID Workshop @ LREC2016 (<https://spraakbanken.gu.se/eng/rapid-2016>) *CALL FOR PAPERS:* RaPID-2018 will be an interdisciplinary forum for researchers to share information, findings, and experience on the creation and processing of data acquired or produced by people with various forms of mental, cognitive, neuropsychiatric, or neurodegenerative impairments, such as aphasia, dementia, autism, Parkinsons or schizophrenia. Particularly, the workshop focus on the creation, annotation, description, processing and analysis of linguistic, paralinguistic and extra-linguistic resources (e.g., spontaneous spoken language; audio-recorded samples and transcripts; eye tracking measurements; wearable and in-situ sensor data etc.) from individuals at various stages of these impairments and with varying degrees of severity in order to identify, extract, process, correlate, evaluate and disseminate various linguistic phenotypes and measurements and thus aid the diagnosis, monitor the progression or predict individuals at risk. A central aim is to facilitate the study of the relationships among various levels of linguistic, paralinguistic and extra-linguistic observations (e.g., acoustic measures; phonological, syntactic and semantic features; eye tracking measurements; sensors, signs and multimodal signals). Submission of papers are invited in all of the aforementioned areas, particularly emphasizing multidisciplinary aspects of processing such data and the interplay between clinical/nursing/medical sciences, language technology, computational linguistics, natural language processing (NLP) and computer science. The workshop will act as a stimulus for the discussion of several ongoing research questions driving current and future research by bringing together researchers from various research communities. *TOPICS OF INTEREST:* The topics of interest for the workshop session include but are not limited to: - Building, adapting and availability of linguistic resources, data sets and tools - Data collection methodologies - Acquisition and combination of novel data samples - Guidelines, annotation schemas, annotation tools - Addressing the challenges of representation, including dealing with data sparsity and dimensionality issues, feature combination from different sources and modalities - Domain adaptation of NLP tools - Acoustic/phonologic/phonetic, syntactic, semantic and pragmatic analysis of data; including modeling of perception (e.g. eye-movement measures of reading) and production processes (e.g. recording of the writing process by means of digital pens, keystroke logging etc.); use of gestures accompanying speech and non-linguistic behavior - Modeling and deep / machine learning approaches for early diagnostics, prediction, monitoring, classification etc. of various cognitive and psychiatric impairments - Information fusion - Evaluation of the significance of features in diagnostics - Evaluation of tools, systems, components, metrics, applications and technologies including methodologies making use of NLP - Evaluation, comparison and critical assessment of resources - Involvement of medical/clinical professionals and patients - Ethical and legal questions in research with human data in the domain, and how they can be handled - Deployment - Experiences, lessons learned and the future of NLP/AI in the area *SUBMISSION DETAILS:* Papers are invited in all of the areas outlined in the Topics of interest, particularly emphasizing multidisciplinary aspects of processing such data and the interplay between clinical/nursing/medical sciences, language technology, computational linguistics, NLP, and computer science. We welcome also papers discussing problems derived from the design of relevant data samples and populations, but also the exploitation of results and outcomes as well as legal and ethical questions on how to deal with such data and make it available. The workshop solicits papers describing original research. Papers may preferably describe substantial and completed work, but may also focus on a contribution, a negative result, an interesting application nugget, a software package, a small, focused contribution *or* work in progress. The workshop will act as a stimulus for the discussion of several ongoing research questions driving current and future research and challenges by bringing together researchers from various research communities. RaPID-2018 will be a half-day LREC workshop to be held in the afternoon of Tuesday the 8th of May 2018. The oral presentations will be allocated 10-20 minutes (please see the program for details), possibly, followed by a common poster session (depending on the volume of received submissions). Submitted papers must be formatted according to the camera-ready style for LREC 2018 (style guidelines, templates etc. for the camera-ready papers are provided on LREC's main conference page/Submission), and submitted electronically in PDF format through the START conference manager page [*to be announced soon*]. Authorship does not have to be anonymous and *papers should be 4-8 pages of content*. Additional, unlimited pages containing the list of references and appendices are allowed. We will strive to have all submissions reviewed by at least three, or more, members of the program committee. Depending on the volume of contributions, papers that describe systems or tools will be invited to give a demo of their system during a poster session. *IMPORTANT DATES:* - First call for papers: Monday, 6th of November, 2017 - Submission deadline: Sunday 14th of January, 2018 - Notification of acceptance: Saturday 10th of February, 2018 - Early-bird registration for the main conference *and* workshops is the 15th of February, 2018 - Camera-ready papers: Sunday 10th of March 2018 - RaPID Workshop: Tuesday 8th of May, 2018 *CONTACT:* Dimitrios Kokkinakis: dimitrios _DOT_ kokkinakis _AT_ gu _DOT_ se *ORGANIZING COMMITTEE:* - Dimitrios Kokkinakis, University of Gothenburg, Sweden - Kristina Lundholm Fors, University of Gothenburg, Sweden - Kathleen Fraser, University of Gothenburg, Sweden - Charalambos Themistocleous, University of Gothenburg, Sweden - Graeme Hirst, University of Toronto, Canada - Alexandra König, Geriatric Hospital Nice and the University of Côte d'Azur, France - Frank Rudzicz, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the University of Toronto, Canada - Arto Nordlund, the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Sweden *PROGRAMME COMMITTEE**:* - Jan Alexandersson, DFKI GmbH, Germany - Eiji Aramaki, Kyoto University, Japan - Simon Dobnik, University of Gothenburg, Sweden - Jens Edlund, KTH - Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden - Gerasimos Fergadiotis, Portland State University, USA - Kathleen Fraser, University of Gothenburg, Sweden - Peter Garrard, St George's, University of London, UK - Lena Hartelius, the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Sweden - Graeme Hirst, University of Toronto, Canada - Kristy Hollingshead, Florida Institute for Human & Machine Cognition (IHMC), USA - Richard Johansson, University of Gothenburg, Sweden - Masatomo Kobayashi, IBM Research - Tokyo, Japan - Dimitrios Kokkinakis, University of Gothenburg, Sweden - Alexandra König, Geriatric Hospital Nice and the University of Côte d'Azur, France - Peter Ljunglöf, Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden - Kristina Lundholm Fors, University of Gothenburg, Sweden - Arto Nordlund, the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Sweden - Marcus Nyström, University of Lund, Sweden - Paul Rayson, Lancaster University, UK - Vassiliki Rentoumi, SKEL, NCSR Demokritos, Greece - Fabien Ringeval, Université Grenoble Alpes, France - Frank Rudzicz, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the University of Toronto, Canada - Kairit Sirts, University of Tartu, Estonia - Hironobu Takagi, IBM Research - Tokyo, Japan - Charalambos Themistocleous, University of Gothenburg, Sweden - Athanasios Tsanas, University of Oxford, UK - Spyridoula Varlokosta, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece - Åsa Wengelin, University of Gothenburg, Sweden -

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Computational Neuroscience of Prediction: Upcoming Brain Conference
by Mihaela Vincze 08 Nov '17

08 Nov '17

Dear Colleague, We would like to bring to your attention the upcoming Brain Conference on *Computational Neuroscience of Prediction <http://www.fens.org/Meetings/The-Brain-Conferences/The-Computational-Neuros…> *(Rungstedgaard, Denmark, 15-18 April) organised by *- Peter Dayan* (UCL, UK) and *- Kerstin Preuschoff* (Univ. of Geneva and EPFL, Switzerland) If interested, we would welcome your application. Kindly note the end of early application on *20 January. * The short talk presenters and 15 stipend awardees will be selected following the regular registration deadline (of 14 Feb). For reference, detailed information (speakers, application overview etc.) is available on the Brain Conference page. <http://www.fens.org/Meetings/The-Brain-Conferences/The-Computational-Neuros…> Please also feel free to disseminate information about this Brain Conference among your network. With kind regards, The Brain Conferences team *FENS* - Federation of European Neuroscience Societies 11 Rue d’Egmont, 1000 - Brussels, Belgium T: +32 2 545 04 06 E: mihaela.vincze(a)fens.org http://www.fens.org

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MCAA Academy: Call for Mentors
by Jolivet, Renaud 08 Nov '17

08 Nov '17

Dear list, Please find below a call for mentors for a new program of the Marie Curie Alumni Association (MCAA) affiliated with EU institutions. MCAA Academy is a new program to support the career development of its members. Mentoring is at the core of the program. Our advanced mentoring platform provides a continuous, full-spectrum learning experience, allowing mentees to focus on the skills that matter the most, when they matter the most. We are seeking outstanding professionals to mentor MCAA members using this platform. Mentors are expected to have achieved an advanced stage in their career and be willing to provide leadership and advice to our members. The program will run for 6 months and will require up to 1 hour face time per month. Mentors and mentees will be matched according to their skills, interests and career goals. Do you want to become a mentor? Complete the registration form at https://www.mariecuriealumni.eu/form/mcaa-academy-call-mentors. Want to know more about the Marie Curie Alumni Association, visit https://www.mariecuriealumni.eu/. Regards, Renaud Jolivet — Prof. Renaud Jolivet University of Geneva, Physics Section CERN, Experimental Physics Department +41 79 830 2129 (mobile) +41 22 379 6275 (UNIGE) +41 22 767 2470 (CERN) renaud.jolivet(a)unige.ch<mailto:renaud.jolivet@unige.ch> linkedin.com/in/renaud-jolivet-63b5534<http://linkedin.com/in/renaud-jolivet-63b5534> http://unige.ch/dpnc/en/groups/renaud-jolivet/home/ https://scholar.google.ch/citations?user=9Ozwv7EAAAAJ&hl=en

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EPSRC funded PhD in Computational/Mathematical Neuroscience (funded for UK students)
by James Rankin 07 Nov '17

07 Nov '17

*3 EPSRC funded PhD positions in Computational & Mathematical Neuroscience* UK students (or students who have spent last 3 years in UK) fully funded (fees and stipend) EU students partially funded (fees but no stipend) International students not eligible Application deadline: 10th January 2018 The studentships will provide funding for a stipend which is currently £14,553 per annum for 2017-2018. It will provide research costs and UK/EU tuition fees at Research Council UK rates for 42 months (3.5 years) for full-time students, pro rata for part-time students. * The neural circuitry mediating multisensory integration in Platynereis larvae* Supervisors: Dr James Rankin and Prof Gáspár Jékely (Living Systems Institute, Exeter) http://www.exeter.ac.uk/studying/funding/award/?id=2901 * Cortical network models to understand differential input response properties during active and silent states* Supervisors: Dr James Rankin and Dr Mick Craig (Medical School, Exeter) http://www.exeter.ac.uk/studying/funding/award/?id=2903 * Determination of parameter dependencies across diverse populations of neuronal and excitable cells* Supervisors: Dr James Rankin and Dr Joel Tabak (Medical School, Exeter) http://www.exeter.ac.uk/studying/funding/award/?id=2932 Apply through links above or contact pgrenquiries(a)exeter.ac.uk or j.a.rankin(a)exeter.ac.uk directly with any questions. -- <comp-neuro(a)neuroinformatics.be> http://emps.exeter.ac.uk/mathematics/staff/jar226

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Postdoc Position Available - Human Intracranial Electrophysiology
by Woolnough, Oscar 07 Nov '17

07 Nov '17

Postdoctoral Research Positions Available Postdoctoral research positions are available at the NeuroImaging and Electrophysiology Lab (www.tandonlab.org) in the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Texas Medical School in Houston. One position is funded by a recently awarded BRAIN Initiative U01 grant. The project uses electrocorticographic (ECoG) recordings to evaluate psycho-linguistic models of reading and speech production to create network level representation of language. Collaborators on the project with whom the post-doc will work closely are Nathan Crone (Hopkins), Greg Hickok (UCI), Stanislas Dehaene (College de France), Xaq Pitkow (Baylor) and Josh Breier (UT Houston). A second position is internally funded and will use existing ECoG data, electrical cortical stimulation mapping data and lesional analysis to probe the relationship between electrophysiology and causality. Project Description: This is a project brings together multiple modalities - intracranial EEG (iEEG) recordings, fMRI, lesional analysis, brain mapping and computational neuroscience to better understand the uniquely human behaviors of reading and speech production. More details about the U01 grant are online at NIH Reporter; details about the lab are at www.tandonlab.org. The post-docs will benefit from a close interaction with several expert collaborators in the fields of reading, semantics, and speech production. Post-doc Responsibilities: The selected individuals are expected to be highly motivated, team players with a passion to study cognitive processes using direct recordings in humans. He or she will be responsible for 1) optimizing and refining paradigms for use in the project, 2) data collection in the epilepsy monitoring unit and in the MRI scanner, 3) ECoG, cortical mapping and lesional data analysis using analysis pipelines existent in the lab and via the development of innovative strategies, and 4) data presentation at conferences, manuscript and grant writing. Requirements: The selected individuals must have a Ph.D. in one or more of the following - neuroscience, psychology, cognitive science, mathematics, electrical engineering or computer science. Previous experience in neural time series data analysis or functional imaging studies of reading or language production is highly desirable. Crucial is the ability to independently code in either or all of the following – MATLAB, R or Python. Given the multiple unpredictable variables and privacy issues around data collection in human patients, the individuals must possess high ethical and professional standards. The individuals must possess the ability to work effectively independently, yet collaborate effectively on projects with multiple investigators. Publication records and prior academic credentials may also factor into hiring decisions. If you are interested, please email nitin.tandon(a)uth.tmc.edu<mailto:nitin.tandon@uth.tmc.edu> or call (713) 500-5475.

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SfN 2017: Visit the Bernstein Network Computational Neuroscience at booth #3523
by Alexandra Stein 07 Nov '17

07 Nov '17

Dear all, The Bernstein Network Computational Neuroscience [6] will be an exhibitor at the SfN Meeting 2017. Please find us at the NEUROSCIENCE IN GERMANY booth #3523. The Bernstein Network will present: * research fields * study and training programs * open positions * research and funding opportunities * infrastructural facilities Furthermore, the German Neuroinformatics Node (G-Node) [7] will present their data management services [8] for organizing, sharing, and publishing research data. Demo presentations times are: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday (Nov 13, 14, 15) 3pm - 5pm, or by individual appointment (mail to info(a)g-node.org<mailto:info@g-node.org>). We are looking forward to welcoming you at booth #3523! Best regards Alexandra Stein -- Dr. Alexandra Stein Head of Bernstein Coordination Site Bernstein Network Computational Neuroscience | Bernstein Coordination Site (BCOS) Branch Office of the Forschungszentrum Jülich at the University of Freiburg Hansastr. 9A | 79104 Freiburg, Germany phone: (+49) 0761 203 9583 mobile: (+49) 0151 67114645 mail: a.stein(a)fz-juelich.de<mailto:a.stein@fz-juelich.de> web: www.nncn.de<http://www.nncn.de> Twitter: NNCN_Germany YouTube: Bernstein TV Facebook: Bernstein Network Computational Neuroscience, Germany LinkedIn: Bernstein Network Computational Neuroscience, Germany ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Forschungszentrum Juelich GmbH 52425 Juelich Sitz der Gesellschaft: Juelich Eingetragen im Handelsregister des Amtsgerichts Dueren Nr. HR B 3498 Vorsitzender des Aufsichtsrats: MinDir Dr. Karl Eugen Huthmacher Geschaeftsfuehrung: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Wolfgang Marquardt (Vorsitzender), Karsten Beneke (stellv. Vorsitzender), Prof. Dr.-Ing. Harald Bolt, Prof. Dr. Sebastian M. Schmidt ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Post-doctoral position in the area of Neuroscience and AI, Kyoto University, Japan
by Hideaki Shimazaki 07 Nov '17

07 Nov '17

A postdoc opportunity in the area of Neuroscience and AI is available at Kyoto University in Japan The lab of ‘cooperative intelligence’ was launched in the Dept. of Intelligence Science and Technology at Kyoto University in Japan since April 2017. This is a part of collaborative research activities between the department and Honda Research Institute Japan Co. Ltd. toward realizing a better society with humans and machines living together. In order to achieve this goal, our group strives to understand theoretical principles of organisms’ perception and behavior in adapting to environment, and apply these principles to machines. We aim at strengthening computational and statistical approaches to neuroscience (See references below) and extend the knowledge to create intelligent machines. A postdoc position is available for this research area. Our lab is located in a historic building at the main campus of Kyoto University. Kyoto is one of the oldest cities in Japan with a full of historic monuments. The academic and culturally rich environment of Kyoto is suitable for conducting creative research activities. Place: Dept. of Intelligence Science and Technology, Graduate School of Informatics, Kyoto University Period: Present - 2020/3/31 Deadline of application: 2017/11/30 Please check the following URL for further information: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0HpHsDtiVezSFYxMVNYekFXWGc/view?usp=shari… To apply, please send a CV, a statement of research interest (maximum 2 pages), and contact information of two references to h.shimazaki(a)i.kyoto-u.ac.jp. Feel free to send any informal questions regarding this post. Sincerely, Hideaki Shimazaki, PhD Program-specific Associate Professor at Kyoto University Senior Scientist at Honda Research Institute Japan Email: h.shimazaki(a)i.kyoto-u.ac.jp Lab webpage: http://ci.ist.i.kyoto-u.ac.jp/index.php?id=10 Personal webpage: http://www.neuralengine.org --------------------- Refs: Donner C, Obermeyer K, Shimazaki H. Approximate inference for time-varying interactions and macroscopic dynamics of neural populations. PLoS Computational Biology (2017) 13(1): e1005309 Shimazaki H. Neurons as an Information-theoretic Engine. arXiv:1512.07855 (2015) (to appear as 'Neural Engine Hypothesis' in Ed. Chen and Sarma 'Dynamic Brain', Springer.) Shimazaki H, Amari S, Brown EN, and Gruen S, State-space analysis of time-varying higher-order spike correlation for multiple neural spike train data. PLOS Computational Biology (2012) 8(3): e1002385

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COSYNE 2018: Abstract submission closes soon, Registration, Travel grants
by Tomas Hromadka 06 Nov '17

06 Nov '17

==================================================== Computational and Systems Neuroscience 2018 (Cosyne) MAIN MEETING 01 - 04 March 2018 Denver, Colorado WORKSHOPS 05 - 06 March 2018 Breckenridge, Colorado www.cosyne.org ==================================================== IMPORTANT DATES Abstract submission is now open. *Abstract submission deadline: 20 November 2017* Online registration opens: 10 November 2017 Travel grant submission opens: 10 November 2017 ---------------------------------------------------- COSYNE ---------------------------------------------------- The annual Cosyne meeting provides an inclusive forum for the exchange of empirical and theoretical approaches to problems in systems neuroscience, in order to understand how neural systems function. The MAIN MEETING is single-track. A set of invited talks is selected by the Executive Committee, and additional talks and posters are selected by the Program Committee, based on submitted abstracts. The WORKSHOPS feature in-depth discussion of current topics of interest, in a small group setting. For details on workshop proposals please see below or visit Cosyne.org -> Workshops. Cosyne topics include but are not limited to: neural coding, natural scene statistics, dendritic computation, neural basis of persistent activity, nonlinear receptive field mapping, representations of time and sequence, reward systems, decision-making, synaptic plasticity, map formation and plasticity, population coding, attention, and computation with spiking networks. This year we would like to foster increased participation from experimental groups as well as computational ones. Please circulate widely and encourage your students and postdocs to apply. When preparing an abstract, authors should be aware that not all abstracts can be accepted for the meeting, due to space constraints. Abstracts will be selected based on the clarity with which they convey the substance, significance, and originality of the work to be presented. For more information and details on submitting abstracts please visit Cosyne.org -> Abstracts. ----------------------------------------------- TRAVEL GRANTS ----------------------------------------------- Applications are now open for travel grants to attend the conference. Each awardee will receive at least $500 to help offset the costs of travel, registration, and accommodations. Larger grants may be available to those traveling from outside North America. Special consideration is given to scientists who have not previously attended the meeting, under-represented minorities, students who are attending the meeting together with a mentor, undergraduate students, and authors of submitted Cosyne abstracts. We currently offer four travel grant programs for New Attendees, Presenters, Mentors, and Undergraduates. For details on applying, see Cosyne.org -> Travel grants. COSYNE SPEAKERS Tim Behrens (Oxford) Josh Berke (UCSF) Tiago Branco (UCL) Jessica Cardin (Yale) Claudia Clopath (Imperial) Marlene Cohen (Pittsburgh) Iain Couzin (Max-Planck) Carina Curto (Penn State) Ann Graybiel (MIT) Vivek Jayaraman (Janelia) Mate Lengyel (Cambridge) Joni Wallis (Berkeley) Byron Yu (CMU) ORGANIZING COMMITTEE General Chairs: Ilana Witten (Princeton) and Eric Shea-Brown (U Washington) Program Chairs: Linda Wilbrecht (Berkeley) and Brent Doiron (U Pittsburgh) Workshop Chairs: Laura Busse (LMU) and Ralf Haefner (U Rochester) Undergraduate Travel Chairs: Angela Langdon (Princeton) and Robert Wilson (U Arizona) Publicity Chair: Il Memming Park (Stony Brook) Development Chair: Michael Long (NYU) EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Stephanie Palmer (U Chicago) Zachary Mainen (Champalimaud) Alexandre Pouget (U Geneva) Anthony Zador (CSHL) CONTACT meeting [at] cosyne.org COSYNE MAILING LISTS Please consider adding yourself to Cosyne mailing lists (groups) to receive email updates with various Cosyne-related information and join in helpful discussions. See Cosyne.org -> Mailing lists for details.

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Position in computational neuroanatomy at the Allen Institute
by Nuno da Costa 06 Nov '17

06 Nov '17

Dear comp-neuro list members, We are seeking a scientist to work on the analysis of large scale electron microscopy datasets and to investigate the relationship between structure and function of cortical networks. The scientist will be an essential member of the Neural Coding team studying the relationship between neural circuits and neural dynamics by combining in vivo functional imaging with ex vivo state of the art Electron Microscopy in the visual cortex of mice. If you are interested on know of someone that is interested, the application link is: https://alleninstitute.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-opening.php?req=639564&… Many thanks and kind regards Nuno Nuno Macarico da Costa Assistant Investigator T: 206.548.8437 [cid:image001.png@01D356E8.F5D70FF0] www.alleninstitute.org<http://www.alleninstitute.org/>

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postdoc in statistical neuroscience of human language
by xaq pitkow 06 Nov '17

06 Nov '17

Postdoctoral research position in neuroscience of Human Language POSITION: We seek a highly motivated postdoctoral research fellow for a collaborative team project interpreting intracranial recordings from human patients during language tasks. The fellow will apply statistical models to this neural data, and will help develop a dynamic network model of language. TEAM: The fellow will collaborate primarily with Houston-based neurotheorist Xaq Pitkow (xaqlab.com) and neurosurgeon Nitin Tandon (tandonlab.org) and our labs, and will also interact with other team members including Nathan Crone, Stan Dehaene, and Greg Hickok. The fellow will be a member of the new Center for Neuroscience and Artificial Intelligence housed at the Baylor College of Medicine. The Center brings together interdisciplinary researchers from across Houston, including members from Baylor College of Medicine, Rice University, University of Houston, and University of Texas Health Sciences. Researchers at the Center contribute diverse expertise in fields including neuroscience, machine learning, statistics, physics, computer science, electrical engineering, and applied mathematics. QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have outstanding mathematical skills, a PhD in a relevant quantitative discipline, expertise in statistical machine learning, and interest in language processing. APPLYING: Applicants should email a letter of research interests and CV to Xaq Pitkow (xaq(a)rice.edu) along with contact information for three references. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Call for Participation: IEEE Brain Data Bank Competition – Boston
by Sam Michalka 05 Nov '17

05 Nov '17

*Call for Participation: IEEE Brain Data Bank Competition – Boston* The IEEE Brain Initiative is sponsoring several challenges and competitions in 2017 to explore various brain/neuro datasets. You are cordially invited to explore the data and register for this competition in Boston on December 9th 9:45 AM – 4 PM. For more information about the event and how to register, please visit https://brain.ieee.org/news/call-participation-ieee-brain- data-bank-challenge-boston/ *Location* Charles River Analytics 625 Mt. Auburn St. <https://maps.google.com/?q=625+Mt.+Auburn+St.+%0D+Cambridge,+MA,+USA&entry=…> Cambridge, MA, USA Organizers * Seth Elkin-Frankston, Charles River Analytics * Sam Michalka, Olin College of Engineering * Wasim Q. Malik, Harvard/MIT If you have questions, please contact bdb-boston(a)ieee.org *Purpose* The aim of the competition is to bring a diverse group of individuals of varying backgrounds and experience together to analyze, visualize, and evaluate complex datasets. Competitors will have access to a multi-modal dataset that will challenge individuals with varying backgrounds in data science, computer science, biology, or neuroscience. Results will be evaluated on analytic approach, visualization, and final presentation and interpretation. *Background* Datasets are provided by the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign and were collected as part of a broader intervention-based study designed to test the effects of efficacy of interventions designed to enhance fluid intelligence. This study was one of several funded as part of the Strengthening Human Adaptive Reasoning and Problem-solving (SHARP< https://www.iarpa.gov/index.php/research-programs/sharp>) program at the Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA< https://www.iarpa.gov/>). This specific intervention involved 48 training sessions of an adaptive visuo-spatial and change detection task. We provide both behavioral measures and neuroimaging data at pre- and post-intervention time points. We also provide summary and session-level descriptions of the training data collected during the intervention. *Challenge Questions* The goal of this challenge is to encourage thoughtful investigation and discussion around enhancement of human intelligence and strategies for rigorous investigation of these topics. Entries will be judged in three categories: data analysis, data visualization, and presentation and interpretation of findings. Participants can investigate any question(s) about the data that they wish. The following guiding questions are provided as a jumping off point: * Can intervention training predict changes in pre- and post-intervention performance? * How do measures of brain connectivity and structure relate to performance in intervention training? * How do measures of brain connectivity and structure relate to pre- and post-intervention performance? * How well can we predict post-intervention performance? Beyond pre-intervention performance, what factors serve as the best predictors? * Do performance changes on the two training intervention tasks differ? How do they each relate to changes in pre- and post-intervention performance and/or imaging data? *Data* Data is hosted by the IEEE Dataport<https://ieee-dataport.org/competitions/ ieee-brain-data-bank-competition-boston-ma>. To access IEEE Dataport, you need to have an IEEE account. You do not need to be an IEEE member to create an IEEE account, and you can use your own email address to create an account and password. Click here to sign up for an IEEE account.< https://www.ieee.org/profile/public/createwebaccount/showRegister.html> The full dataset is 11.29GB. The dataset can be downloaded in full, or in more manageable chunks separated as: * Behavioral and analyzed fMRI/DTI data * Structural T1 images * Raw resting-state fMRI data (divided in 5 file groups) * Raw DTI data Please note that access from IEEE DataPort will be granted after you have completed an access request. *Judging* Judges will include experts from Industry, Government, and Academia. Entries will be judged in three categories: * Data analysis including well-justified, innovative, and rigorous methodologies * Data visualization including novel, highly informative, and aesthetically appealing visualization techniques * Presentation and interpretation of findings including clear, informative delivery and compelling investigation and interpretation *Awards* IEEE Brain will sponsor cash awards. More details will follow.

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from normal learning and recognition to Alzheimer's disease
by Stephen Grossberg 04 Nov '17

04 Nov '17

Dear Colleagues, I am writing to call your attention to the following article because the neural model that it describes links normal category learning and recognition to clinical disorders such as autism and Alzheimer’s disease, topics that are currently of great interest and concern. The clinical links emerged after the neural dynamics of vigilance control during normal category learning was sufficiently understood. Grossberg, S. (2017). Acetylcholine neuromodulation in normal and abnormal learning and memory: Vigilance control in waking, sleep, autism, amnesia, and Alzheimer’s disease. Frontiers in Neural Circuits, November 2, 2017, https://doi.org/10.3389/fncir.2017.00082 <https://doi.org/10.3389/fncir.2017.00082> Best, Steve Stephen Grossberg http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Grossberg <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Grossberg> http://scholar.google.com/citations?user=3BIV70wAAAAJ&hl=en <http://scholar.google.com/citations?user=3BIV70wAAAAJ&hl=en>https://youtu.be/9n5AnvFur7I <https://youtu.be/9n5AnvFur7I> Wang Professor of Cognitive and Neural Systems Professor of Mathematics & Statistics, Psychological & Brain Sciences, and Biomedical Engineering Director, Center for Adaptive Systems http://cns.bu.edu/~steve <http://cns.bu.edu/~steve> steve(a)bu.edu <mailto:steve@bu.edu>

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Fw: two postdoctoral positions in the Canavier Lab
by Canavier, Carmen C. 03 Nov '17

03 Nov '17

The contact information for these positions has been updated. Please contact Carmen Canavier ccanav(a)lsuhsc.edu with any questions. Two Postdoctoral Researcher positions are available in the computational neuroscience lab of Carmen Canavier in the School of Medicine, Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy at LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. The primary duties will involve linear and non-linear analyses, writing code, calibrating single neuron models, and generating predictions that lead to additional experiments. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or a related field of study. The ideal candidate would have experience with the simulation package NEURON and some knowledge of the basal ganglia for the first position and of the hippocampus for the second position. Familiarity with nonlinear dynamics, signal processing, and coding in C and or python in a Linux environment is also desirable. The first position is to study the dynamic diversity of midbrain dopamine neurons in close collaboration with electrophysiologist Jochen Roeper at Goethe University in Frankfurt, Germany. The successful candidate will construct morphologically and biophysically realistic models of distinct subpopulations of dopamine neurons to account for experimentally observed differences in their bursting and pacemaking dynamics. These simulations will require in some cases incorporation of stochastic channel models and second messenger cascades. Qualified candidates may submit resume along with cover letter and contact information for three references electronically to: https://www.lsuhsc.edu/Administration/hrm/CareerOpportunities/Home/Detail/1…. The second position is to study cholinergic contributions to hippocampal information processing in close collaboration with electrophysiologist Sonia Gasparini. The successful candidate will construct a morphologically and biophysically realistic model of a hippocampal CA1 pyramidal neuron to explain the observed frequency selectivity of different dendritic regions for slow versus fast gamma band inputs. Some network modeling will also be required for the project. Qualified candidates may submit resume along with cover letter and contact information for three references electronically to: https://www.lsuhsc.edu/Administration/hrm/CareerOpportunities/Home/Detail/1… LSUHSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer for females, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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Late Bird call for the AoN Brainhack Warsaw [17-19th November 2017]
by Daniel Borek 02 Nov '17

02 Nov '17

*AoN Brainhack Warsaw 2017* *November 17-19, 2017* *University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland* *— The blitz Late Bird registration open until 7th November 2017 —* On the weekend of *17-19th November 2017*, the first edition of AoN Brainhack Warsaw will take place. During this three-day event dedicated to students and PhD students, we will work in teams on* neuroscience-related projects*. The aim of the event is to meet new, enthusiastic researchers, make new friendships in academia, learn, share the knowledge on data mining and brain research, but also promote open science in the spirit of the whole Brainhack community ( <https://gigascience.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13742-016-0121-x> Craddock et al., 2016) <https://gigascience.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13742-016-0121-x>. Attendees of various backgrounds are welcome to join! At the moment we are opening the Late Bird registration for project participants, which closes on 7th November 2017. Some of the projects got fully booked already and since they have limitations in terms of the number of participants, these projects have been closed for this round of registration. Please look at the list of the currently available projects : - Functional connectivity research: can we find a common ground? <https://brainhackwarsaw.github.io/#connectivity> - Development of video game for studying joint action dynamics <https://brainhackwarsaw.github.io/#game> - Hypothesis-driven white matter tractography from T1-weighted MRI images <https://brainhackwarsaw.github.io/#whitematter> - One channel EEG sleep staging with open source and open hardware NeuroOn sleep mask <https://brainhackwarsaw.github.io/#neuroon> - Building and using the “FlyPi”: the 3D-printed Neurobiology Lab <https://brainhackwarsaw.github.io/#flypi> - Unfolding the Subcortex <https://brainhackwarsaw.github.io/#subcortex> *All the applications which we received after the end of Early Bird phase, will be automatically considered as the Late Bird applications.* The applications will be reviewed and the notification of acceptance will be sent to the applicants until 10th October2017. A registration fee of *30EUR* (or 120PLN) will be requested upon acceptance. The registration fee will be spent on the catering during the event. In order to register, please visit our website and learn more about AoN Brainhack Warsaw! https://brainhackwarsaw.github.io/ <https://brainhackwarsaw.github.io/> We are looking forward to see you in Warsaw! *The AoN Brainhack Warsaw 2017 team*

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Post-doctoral Position in Computational Neuroscience
by sujith vijayan 02 Nov '17

02 Nov '17

*Post-doctoral Position in Computational* *Neuroscience* The Neural Dynamics and Neural Engineering Lab at Virginia Tech has an opening for a post-doctoral position in computational neuroscience. This position is for three years and is being funded by the Army Research Office (ARO). The research project will involve employing biophysically based computational models to examine the role of rhythmic activity in the expression of emotional memories during behavior and their consolidation during sleep. An additional aim is to employ the newly developed models to gain insight into the pathophysiology of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Our lab investigates neural dynamics during active behavior and during off-line states, such as sleep, using a combination of computational modeling, signal processing techniques, and both invasive and non-invasive techniques for recording neural activity. The basic science knowledge gathered from these investigations is leveraged to understand how memories are instantiated in the brain, to gain insight into how learning occurs during brain machine interface (BMI) tasks, to improve BMI algorithms, and to develop the framework for stimulation and pharmacological therapies for diseases, especially those marked by abnormal neural dynamics during sleep (e.g., post-traumatic sleep disorder (PTSD) and Parkinson’s disease). Please see the lab website (www.vijayan.neuroscience.vt.edu) for more details. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in applied mathematics, computer science, engineering, neuroscience, psychology, or a related field. Strong programming skills and/or prior experience in modeling would be an asset. Interested candidates should send a CV, a statement of research interests, and the contact information for three references to svijayan9(a)gmail.com. Arrangements can be made to meet with candidates at the Society for Neuroscience conference in Washington, D.C. Sujith

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Submission deadline extended for the 15th International Multi-Conference on Systems, Signals and Devices SSD' 2018
by Nabil Derbel 01 Nov '17

01 Nov '17

This email is a reminder for submitting your proposition to SSD'18 Our apologies if you receive multiple copies of this message. Dear Colleagues, <https://the-it-expert.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65343825ebc55cbfc5 5959332&id=622c400fe7&e=415348fdfa> 15th International Multi-Conference on <https://the-it-expert.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65343825ebc55cbfc5 5959332&id=5b2423bda6&e=415348fdfa> Systems, Signals and Devices SSD' 2018 March 19-22, 2018, Hammamet-Tunisia The International Multi-Conference on Systems, Signals and Devices 2018 will be held on March 19-22, 2018 in Hammamet - Tunisia. The SSD′2018 conference is an international forum dedicated to researchers and specialists in different fields of electrical engineering. It brings together scientists and practitioners from research organizations, universities and companies in a multidisciplinary event, with the aim of strengthening links between researchers of different specialties. This event will provide the opportunity to share together the latest achievements in systems and control. Both theoretical and applied papers are welcomed for submission to this event. Accepted and presented papers during the conference will be published in IEEEXplore. Authors of best papers presented at SSD conference will be offered an opportunity to publish their works in followed international books and in the following international journals: *Advances in Systems, Signals and Devices (ISSN 2365-7507, published by De Gruyter) *International Journal of Digital Signals and Smart Systems (ISSN 2389-0311, Inderscience). We would invite you to submit your recent research via SSD′2018 website ( <https://the-it-expert.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65343825ebc55cbfc5 5959332&id=ba2f080a77&e=415348fdfa> Submission), or directly through EDAS the manager of the conference <https://the-it-expert.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65343825ebc55cbfc5 5959332&id=51f907b252&e=415348fdfa> http://edas.info/N24004. In order to give more success to our Conference, I will be so grateful if you diffuse the Call for Papers of SDD′2018 and the website URL ( <https://the-it-expert.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65343825ebc55cbfc5 5959332&id=abb75c66e2&e=415348fdfa> Call_for_Papers_SDD 2018) to your colleagues and Email contacts. The important dates are: Deadline for paper submission: November 30th, 2017. Notification of Acceptance: January 15th, 2018. Final paper manuscripts: January 31th, 2018. To write your paper, please respect the IEEE templates for LATEX formats or Microsoft Word that may be found at: <https://the-it-expert.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65343825ebc55cbfc5 5959332&id=85b8beb6c0&e=415348fdfa> http://www.ieee.org/ conferences_events/ <https://the-it-expert.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=65343825ebc55cbfc5 5959332&id=8fe8bcc4c7&e=415348fdfa> conferences/publishing/ templates.html Best Regards For the organization committee

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[INNS-BDDL 2018] Call for Papers
by Teng Teck Hou 01 Nov '17

01 Nov '17

[Apologies for cross-postings] ########################################################### CALL FOR PAPERS The 3rd INNS Conference on Big Data and Deep Learning 2018 April 17-19, 2018, Bali, Indonesia Homepage: http://www.innsbigdata2018.org #######################Description:###################### The International Neural Network Society (INNS) is the premiere organization for individuals interested in a theoretical and computational understanding of the brain and applying that knowledge to develop new and more effective forms of machine intelligence. INNS was formed in 1987 by the leading scientists in the neural network field. Researchers and colleagues who work in the area of big data and machine learning, we are happy to announce "The 3rd INNS Conference on Big Data and Deep Learning (INNS BDDL) will be held Tuesday through Thursday, April 17 – 19, 2018 at the Grand Inna Bali Beach hotel, Sanur, Bali, Indonesia. The INNS BDDL conference aims to create a valuable and important forum for scientists and engineers throughout the world to present the latest research findings and idea at the forefront of Big Data and Deep Learning." Accepted and presented papers will be published in Procedia Computer Science indexed by Scopus. Several papers will be selected for possible publication in a high-quality journal. A preliminary list of such journals includes: - Cognitive Systems Research (Scopus SJR 0.648, Impact Factor 1.182) - Cognitive Computation (Scopus SJR 0.823, Impact Factor 3.441) - Big Data Analytics - Evolving Systems (Scopus SJR 0.459, Impact Factor 1.067) - International Journal of Neural Systems (Scopus SJR 1.121, Impact Factor 6.333) - and possibly others Several papers will be selected for possible publication in top journals. The conference will feature a comprehensive technical program with technical tracks on: Track 1: Big Data Track 2: Big Data Algorithms Track 3: Deep Learning Track 4: Application Areas ####################Important Dates################################# * Tutorial and workshop proposals (Submission) 30 September 2017 * Tutorial and workshop proposals (Decision) 7 October 2017 * Paper submission 1 December 2017 * Decision notification 8 January 2018 * Camera-ready submission 2 February 2018 * Conference 17 - 19 April 2018 ################################################################### #########################Keynote Speakers########################## * Geoffrey I. Webb, Monash University, Australia * Kay Chen Tan, City University, Hong Kong * Ari Santoso, Ministry of Education and Culture ################################################################### #################### Organizing committees ############### General chairs Seiichi Ozawa, Kobe University, Japan Ah-Hwee Tan, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Program Chairs Plamen P. Angelov, Lancaster University, UK Asim Roy, Arizona State University, USA Mahardhika Pratama, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Honorary Board Mohammad Nuh, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia Joni Hermana, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia Heru Setyawan, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia Local Committee Chairs Dieky Adzkiya, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia Advisory Board Yew-Soon Ong, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Robert Kozma, University of Memphis, USA Sankar K. Pal, Indian Statistical Institute, India Haibo He, University of Rhode Island, USA Witold Pedrycz, University of Alberta, Alberta, Canada Leszek Rutkowski, Czestochowa University of Technology, Poland Nikola Kasabov, Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand Fernando Gomide, University of Campinas, Brazil Marley Vellasco, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Yoonsuck Choe, Texas A&M University Minho Lee, Kyungpook National University, South Korea Bao-Liang Lu, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China Irwin King, the Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Tutorials/Workshop Chairs Igor Skrjanc, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia Sundaram Suresh, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Noor Akhmad Setiawan, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia Poster Sessions Chairs Eko Setiadji, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia Agus Salim, La Trobe University, Australia Ali Ridho Barakbah, Politeknik Elektronika Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia Special Sessions Chairs Justin Wang, La Trobe University, Australia Yongping Pan, National University of Singapore, Singapore Alfian Futhul Hadi, Universitas Jember, Indonesia Panel Chairs Sreenatha Anavatti, University of New South Wales, Australia Mukesh Prasad, University of Technology, Sydney, Australia Achmad Affandi, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia Awards Chairs Tapabrata Ray, University of New South Wales, Australia Dejan Dovzan, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia Richard J. Oentaryo, McLaren Applied Technologies, Singapore Publication Chairs Edwin Lughofer, Johannes Kepler University, Austria Jose Antonio Iglesias, Carlos III University of Madrid, Spain Moamar Sayed?Mouchaweh, Institute Mines Telecom Lille Douai, France Publicity Chair Simone Scardapane, Sapienza University, Italy Teng Teck Hou, Singapore Management University, Singapore Kurnianingsih, Politeknik Negeri Semarang, Indonesia International Liaison Chairs Yun Sing Koh, University of Auckland, New Zealand Deepak Puthal, University of Technology Sydney, Australia Wirawan, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia Webmaster Mohamad Abdul Hady, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia Andri Ashfahani, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia Choiru Za’in, La Trobe University, Australia ########################################################## ###### Topics and Areas include, but not limited to the following###### >>BIG DATA Autonomous, online, incremental learning in big data High dimensional data, feature selection, feature transformation for big data Scalable algorithms for big data Big data analytics Data stream analytics Parallel & distributed computing for big data analytics (cloud, map-reduce, etc.) Online learning Online multimedia/stream/text analytics Link and graph mining Big data and cloud computing, large scale stream processing on the cloud Big data and collective intelligence/collaborative learning Big data and hybrid systems Big data and self-aware systems Big data and infrastructure Big data visualization >>Big Data Algorithm Neuromorphic hardware for scalable machine learning Evolving systems for big data analytics Evolutionary systems and big data Fuzzy systems and big data Cognitive modelling and big data Probabilistic approach for big data Concept drift detection for big data Granular computing for big data Transfer learning for big data >>Deep Learning Deep belief network Convolutional neural network Long short term memory Deep network architecture Deep autoencoder Deep stacked network Deep learning for natural language processing Deep learning for machine vision Evolving deep network Transfer learning in deep learning Online deep learning >>Application Areas Banking and Securities Communications, Media and Entertainment Healthcare Providers Education Manufacturing & Natural Resources Government Insurances Retail & Wholesale Trade Transportation Energy & Utilities, Etc. ############################################################################ ##########################Sponsoring Organizations################# * INNS - International Neural Network Society * MTC - Mechatronic Technology Center, Institut Tecknologi Sepuluh Nopember ################################################################ Previous INNS Conference: INNS 2016 in Thessaloniki, Greece INNS 2015 in San Francisco, USA

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