November 2023 - Comp-neuro - lists.cnsorg.org

postdoc in paris

by German Sumbre

Nov. 11, 2023

Postdoctoral Fellows in Theoretical and Computational Neuroscience at the UChicago

by Brent Doiron

Dear comp neuro community https://neuroscience.uchicago.edu/postdoctoral-fellows-theoretical-and-comp… The Grossman Center for Quantitative Biology and Human Behavior at the University of Chicago seeks outstanding applicants for multiple postdoctoral positions in computational and theoretical neuroscience. Appointees will join as Grossman Center Postdoctoral Fellows, with the freedom to work with any of its faculty members. We especially welcome applicants who develop computational models and machine learning analysis methods to study the brain at the circuits, systems, or cognitive levels. The current faculty members of the Grossman Center to work with are: (informal enquiries are welcome) Brent Doiron. The Theory of Neuronal Circuits lab investigates how the cellular and synaptic circuitry of neuronal circuits supports the complex dynamics and computations that are routinely observed in the brain. We use techniques from dynamical systems theory, statistical mechanics, and information theory to build and analyze cortical circuit models, often in collaboration with experimental teams investigating visual, olfactory, auditory, and decision-making cortices (bdoiron(a)uchicago.edu) Jorge Jaramillo. The Distributed Neural Dynamics and Control lab investigates how subcortical structures interact with cortical circuits to subserve cognitive processes such as memory, attention, and decision making. We are looking for scientists to work on projects in collaboration with experimental colleagues at UChicago, Allen Institute, and LMU Munich including: large-scale models for cognition in the mouse and in silico models of human deep brain stimulation (jorge.jaramillo(a)uni-goettingen.de) Ramon Nogueira. The Artificial and Biological Neuroscience lab investigates the geometry of representations in different areas of the brain to understand the computational support of cognitive processes like flexible behavior and generalization by developing computational tools and collaborating with experimental labs. We study the role of noise in representational geometry and behavior and use artificial neural networks to validate the results from biological networks (rnogueira(a)uchicago.edu <rnogeuira(a)uchicago.edu>). Appointees will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and multiple opportunities for collaboration with exceptional experimental labs within the Department of Neurobiology, as well as other labs from the departments of Physics, Computer Sciences, and Statistics. The Grossman Center offers competitive postdoctoral salaries in the vibrant and international city of Chicago, and a rich intellectual environment that includes the Argonne National Laboratory and the Data Science Institute. The Grossman Center is currently engaged in a major expansion that includes the incorporation of several new faculty members in the next few years. Application: Please send your application before Dec 10th 2023 as a single PDF file including: i) a CV with publications highlighted; ii) a motivation letter specifying the types of projects you would like to work on; iii) the names and contact details of two academic references to neurotheory(a)uchicago.edu. Earliest start date: January 1st 2024, or via mutual agreement. The University of Chicago is committed to sustaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Underrepresented minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. -- Heinrich Kluver Professor of Neurobiology and Statistics Director of the Grossman Center for Quantitative Biology and Human Behavior Chair for the Committee on Computational Neuroscience University of Chicago Chicago IL https://brainmath.bsd.uchicago.edu/

Nov. 11, 2023

Postdoc at SISSA: Memory Glass in Language Evolution

by Alessandro Treves

Applications are invited – with deadline Dec 11 – for a postdoc in limbo at SISSA (Trieste, Italy). The project is based on our research (Ryom and Treves, Phys Rev X Life, 2023, and unpublished) and on extensive data on language parameters collected by Longobardi and collaborators (Ceolin et al, Phil Trans Roy Soc B, 2021) which suggest that language diversity may reflect the disordered freezing dynamics that in a spin glass leads to a multiplicity of ground states. In a simplified model, vectors of binary syntactic parameters interact via strong asymmetric logical implications and weak partly symmetric influences, which can produce critical slowing down through a novel mechanism of percolated freezing. Candidates should be keen to develop new mathematical and computational approaches, as sketched in https://arxiv.org/abs/2307.03152 or otherwise, and enjoy learning about issues and narratives in scientific communities other than their own. Applications should be submitted online: https://pica.cineca.it/sissa/ar-fe-neur-82-2023 where further info is available, as well as on https://people.sissa.it/~ale/limbo.html and by email to Alessandro Treves ale(a)sissa.it<mailto:ale@sissa.it> ---------------------------------------------- Alessandro Treves Liminar Investigations of Memory and Brain Organization Cognitive Neuroscience, SISSA, Trieste, Italy +39 349 2504602 http://people.sissa.it/~ale/limbo.html

Nov. 11, 2023

Paid Research Internships in AI and Brain Research (CaCTüS)

by Helena Dalmau Felderhoff

-- Apologies for cross-posting -- Our international internship program, CaCTüS, offers paid research internships at the Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics, the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems and the AI Center in Tübingen & Stuttgart (Germany) to students who face significant constraints in their pursuit of a career in AI or brain research. We would be very grateful if you could help us reach students who may benefit from our program. You can do that by distributing the call for applications in your professional networks, among your colleagues and any interested students, or by sharing our posts on social media. You may find details on the program and links to our social media posts below. We thank you in advance for any support you are willing to give us. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. Kind regards, Helena Dalmau Felderhoff - on behalf of the CaCTüS Internship coordination team - ** ** *About the CaCTüS Internship program* cactus-internship.tuebingen.mpg.de <https://www.projects.tuebingen.mpg.de/> ** The sciences of biological and artificial intelligence are rapidly growing research fields that need enthusiastic minds with a keen interest in solving challenging questions. The Max Planck Institutes for Biological Cybernetics and Intelligent Systems as well as the AI Center in Tübingen & Stuttgart (Germany) offer up to 10 students at the Bachelor or Master level paid three-months internships during the summer of 2024. Successful applicants will work with top-level scientists on research projects spanning machine learning, electrical engineering, theoretical neuroscience, behavioral experiments, robotics and data analysis. The CaCTüS Internship is aimed at young scientists who are held back by personal, financial, regional or societal constraints to help them develop their research careers and gain access to first-class education. The program is designed to foster inclusion, diversity, equity and access to excellent scientific facilities. We specifically encourage applications from students living in low- and middle-income countries which are currently underrepresented in the Max Planck Society research community. Application deadline: 4 December 2023 *Social Media Links* Twitter: https://twitter.com/MPICybernetics/status/1721889847072391564 <https://twitter.com/MPICybernetics/status/1721889847072391564> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=869102504834759&set=a.682191520192526 <https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=869102504834759&set=a.682191520192526> Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/p/CzWQKBSNa7D/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_l… <https://www.instagram.com/p/CzWQKBSNa7D/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid…> LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7127656642657… ************************************************ CaCTüS Internship Coordination Office Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics Max-Plank-Ring 8 72076 Tübingen Germany cactus-internship(a)tuebingen.mpg.de <mailto:cactus-internship@tuebingen.mpg.de> http://cactus-internship.tuebingen.mpg.de/ <https://www.projects.tuebingen.mpg.de/> ************************************************

Nov. 10, 2023

Doctoral position in systems neuroscience

by Encarni Marcos Sanmartín

Nov. 10, 2023

Math/AI Positions (associate/full) at University of Tennessee Knoxville

by Maroulas, Vasileios

Dear Colleagues, I would like to bring to your attention two senior (associate/full) math/AI positions at the University of Tennessee Knoxville (UTK). This is a unique opportunity as these two future hires will shape (by leading) the future of AI at UTK as more related hires will follow up. Both positions are part of a cluster hiring initiative, a $50mil investment from the university to elevate its research caliber by recruiting top-tier faculty. In addition, there is great AI momentum at UTK, led by Dr. Lynne Parker, Director of AI Tennessee Initiative, and former AI Director at White House OSTP. For more information, please visit below: Position 1: geometric deep learning: https://apply.interfolio.com/132232<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/apply.interfolio.com/132232__;!!DZ3fjg!9…> Position 2: physics informed ML: http://apply.interfolio.com/132283<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/apply.interfolio.com/132283__;!!DZ3fjg!9d…> Further links that you may find interesting information about what we do at UTK: https://camm.utk.edu<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/camm.utk.edu__;!!DZ3fjg!9duXAF4_Q_q2DHnY…> https://hammer.osu.edu<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/hammer.osu.edu__;!!DZ3fjg!9duXAF4_Q_q2DH…> (UTK is partner) https://research.tennessee.edu/orii/<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/research.tennessee.edu/orii/__;!!DZ3fjg!…> https://research.utk.edu/oried/2023/05/25/new-research-cluster-to-focus-on-…<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/research.utk.edu/oried/2023/05/25/new-re…> https://provost.utk.edu/it-takes-a-volunteer-2023-2025-cluster-hiring-initi…<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/provost.utk.edu/it-takes-a-volunteer-202…> https://research.utk.edu/oried/research-innovation-initiatives/ai-tennessee…<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/research.utk.edu/oried/research-innovati…> Thank you and please forward to anyone who may be interested. Regards, Vasileios Maroulas Science Informed AI Chair Professor of Mathematics University of Tennessee Knoxville

Nov. 10, 2023

[Journals] [CFP] Special Issue: NeuroDesign in Human-Robot Interaction: The Making of Engaging HRI Technology Your Brain Can’t Resist (Deadline Extended to Dec 28)

by NeuroDesign in HRI

(Call for Papers & Deadline Extension) NeuroDesign in Human-Robot Interaction: The Making of Engaging HRI Technology Your Brain Can’t Resist We are pleased to announce a call for papers and the extension of the deadline for the special issue - “NeuroDesign in Human-Robot Interaction: The making of engaging HRI technology your brain can’t resist”. This special issue will be published in the research topic of the journal - Frontiers in Robotics and AI and Frontiers in Neurorobotics. In this special issue, we will discuss the fascinating Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) research with the interfacing of applied neuroscience, psychology and design methodologies. Scope of submissions: The complex tapestry of human biology, consciousness, and cognition presents a unique challenge for technology designed to interact with us. This complexity demands a multidisciplinary approach that leverages insights from neuroscience, behavioral psychology, cognitive science, and artificial intelligence to address the barriers that currently hinder natural and effective human-robot interaction. This special issue aims to bridge the gap between laboratory research and practical applications, guiding the development of HRI strategies that are not only technically proficient but also intuitive, engaging, and cognitively harmonious with human operators. Topics: We invite original research, review articles, and perspective pieces that contribute to the following non-exhaustive list of topics: 1. Neuroscience-Driven HRI Strategies: - Use of neuroimaging tools (fMRI, EEG, fNIRS) to decode brain activities that can enhance HRI. - Translational neuroscience methods to inform and refine HRI design. 2. Iterative Development and Brain-Centric Interfaces: - Insights from iterative design processes to craft improved human, brain, and robot interfaces. - Integration of human and robot in a symbiotic closed-loop system through innovative I/O interfaces. 3. Invasive and Non-Invasive NeuroDesign Applications: - Development of smart wearables, exoskeletons, or implantable devices monitoring brainwaves and physiological signals. - Design of interfaces to track and influence mechanical movements in tandem with human motion. 4. Neurofeedback Devices for Emotional and Behavioral Regulation: - Application of devices such as tDCS, tMS, NMES for neural or muscular stimulation. - Exploration of neurofeedback's role in modulating emotional and behavioral states in HRI contexts. 5. AI and Machine Learning in NeuroDesign: - Co-design of hardware and software integrating AI to enhance the user experience. - Implementation of machine learning algorithms for a brain-centered approach in perception and cognition. Submission Deadline: December 28, 2023 (extended) Discounts and Fee Support: 1. Frontiers institutional agreements: https://www.frontiersin.org/about/institutional-partnerships 2. Open-access funding sources: https://oad.simmons.edu/oadwiki/OA_publication_funds 3. Frontiers’ fee support program: https://frontiersin.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9YqUCmY73k4Gm0u Additionally, separate to fee support, we are currently offering 25% discounts for Type-A articles and 50% discounts for Type-B articles received before the manuscript deadline. This is on a first-come-first-served basis. A-Type Articles: Original Research, Systematic Review, Methods, Review, Policy and Practice Reviews, Hypothesis & Theory, Clinical Trial, Registered Report, Technology and Code B-Type Articles: Mini Review, Perspective, Case Report, Brief Research Report How to Submit: Please submit your full paper through the journal’s online submission system. For more information, visit our website at https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/51072/neurodesign-in-human-robo… or contact the topic editors at neurodesign.hri(a)gmail.com. We look forward to your contribution to this cutting-edge topic at the intersection of technology, brain research, and human-robot symbiosis. Sincerely yours, Topic Editors NeuroDesign in Human-Robot Interaction

Nov. 10, 2023

BIOMAG 2024: Symposium Proposals open now and Data Analysis Competition Proposals closes soon

by Judy Zhu

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Nov. 9, 2023

PhD positions in Applied Mathematics/Computational Neuroscience at Georgia State University

by Yaroslav Molkov

The group of Dr. Yaroslav Molkov invites applications for two PhD positions in Applied Mathematics in the field of theoretical neuroscience at the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Georgia State University. Research interests of the group include neural control of breathing and locomotion, motor learning, neurodegenerative disorders and other topics. See https://math.gsu.edu/ymolkov/ for recent publications. The positions come with competitive stipends. Please apply at https://gradapply.gsu.edu/apply/. Email me to ymolkov(a)gsu.edu if you have any questions.

Nov. 8, 2023

CFP FRCCS 2024 Montpellier, France May 29 – 31, 2024

by Amira Mouakher

Fourth*F*rench*R*egional*C*onference**on*C*omplex*S*ystems** May 29 – 31, 2024 Montpellier, France *FRCCS 2024* <https://iutdijon.u-bourgogne.fr/ccs-france/>** After successfully hosting the conference in Dijon in 2021, Paris in 2022, and Le Havre in 2023, the fourth edition of the French Regional Conference on Complex Systems (FRCCS 2024) will be held in Montpellier, France. This single track international conference organized by CSS France <https://www.cssfrance.org/>serves as a platform to foster interdisciplinary exchanges among researchers from various scientific disciplines and diverse backgrounds, including sociology, economics, history, management, archaeology, geography, linguistics, statistics, mathematics, and computer science. FRCCS 2024 provides a valuable opportunity for participants to meet in France, exchange and promote ideas, facilitating the cross-fertilization of recent research work, industrial advancements, and original applications. Moreover, the conference emphasizes research topics with a high societal impact, showcasing the significance of complexity science in addressing complex societal challenges. Join us in Montpellier as we collectively strive to better understand complexity and its implications for society. You are cordially invited to submit your contribution until *February 21, 2024.* Finalized work (published or unpublished) and work in progress are welcome.Two types of contributions are accepted: ●*Papers*about *original research* (up to 12 pages) ●*Extended Abstract*about published or unpublished research (3 to 4 pages). *Keynote Speakers* ** ●Ingmar Weber <https://ingmarweber.de/>, Saarland University ●Sonia Kéfi <https://biodicee.edu.umontpellier.fr/who-we-are/sonia-kefi/>, Université de Montpellier ●Petter Holme <https://petterhol.me/>, Aalto University ●Bolek Szymanski <https://www.cs.rpi.edu/~szymansk/>, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute** *Publication* * Contributions will be included in the conference proceedings (With ISBN) * *Selected submissions of unpublished work will be invited for publication in special issues (fast track procedure) **of the journals:* oApplied Network Science, <https://appliednetsci.springeropen.com/>edited by Springer oComplexity, <https://www.hindawi.com/journals/complexity/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=c…>edited by Hindawi ** *Topics include, but are not limited to: * ●*Foundations of complex systems * oSelf-organization, non-linear dynamics, statistical physics, mathematical modeling and simulation, conceptual frameworks, ways of thinking, methodologies and methods, philosophy of complexity, knowledge systems, Complexity and information, Dynamics and self-organization, structure and dynamics at several scales, self-similarity, fractals ●*Complex Networks * oStructure & Dynamics, Multilayer and Multiplex Networks, Adaptive Networks, Temporal Networks, Centrality, Patterns, Cliques, Communities, Epidemics, Rumors, Control, Synchronization, Reputation, Influence, Viral Marketing, Link Prediction, Network Visualization, Network Digging, Network Embedding & Learning. ●*Neuroscience, Linguistics* oEvolution of language, social consensus, artificial intelligence, cognitive processes & education, Narrative complexity ●*Economics & Finance* oGame Theory, Stock Markets and Crises, Financial Systems, Risk Management, Globalization, Economics and Markets, Blockchain, Bitcoins, Markets and Employment ●*Infrastructure, planning, and environment * ocritical infrastructure, urban planning, mobility, transport and energy, smart cities, urban development, urban sciences ●*Biological and (bio)medical complexity * obiological networks, systems biology, evolution, natural sciences, medicine and physiology, dynamics of biological coordination, aging ●*Social complexity* osocial networks, computational social sciences, socio-ecological systems, social groups, processes of change, social evolution, self-organization and democracy, socio-technical systems, collective intelligence, corporate and social structures and dynamics, organizational behavior and management, military and defense systems, social unrest, political networks, interactions between human and natural systems, diffusion/circulation of knowledge, diffusion of innovation ●*Socio-Ecological Systems* oGlobal environmental change, green growth, sustainability & resilience, and culture ●*Organisms and populations * oPopulation biology, collective behavior of animals, ecosystems, ecology, ecological networks, microbiome, speciation, evolution ●*Engineering systems and systems of systems*** obioengineering, modified and hybrid biological organisms, multi-agent systems, artificial life, artificial intelligence, robots, communication networks, Internet, traffic systems, distributed control, resilience, artificial resilient systems, complex systems engineering, biologically inspired engineering, synthetic biology ●*Complexity in physics and chemistry* oquantum computing, quantum synchronization, quantum chaos, random matrix theory) *GENERAL CHAIRS* ** Roberto Interdonato <https://www.robertointerdonato.eu/>, CIRAD, UMR TETIS, Montpellier Bruno Pinaud <https://www.irif.fr/~greta/author/bruno-pinaud/>, LABRI University of Bordeaux** **

Nov. 7, 2023