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One more month to apply for postdoctoral position at the Cluster for Advanced study of Collective behavior
by Ahmed Elhady Aug. 15, 2023

Aug. 15, 2023

Dear Colleagues, We are seeking a PostDoc with a quantitative background who has finished (or about to finish) a doctoral degree in a quantitative field preferably but not limited to physics. The candidate should show enthusiasm for tackling theoretical foundations of behavior. The PostDoc will join our interdisciplinary and international team studying social foraging in animal groups. The researcher will be based in the integrative biophysics group at the University of Konstanz and Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior, located in Konstanz, Germany. The integrative biophysics group led by Dr. Ahmed Elhady is focused on theoretical and computational understanding of mechanisms underlying foraging. The group has an extensive network of local and international collaborators. Through those collaborations, the PostDoc researcher will have access to a large number of data sets depicting foraging behaviors in locusts, rodents, non-human primates (marmosets) and human performing similar social foraging tasks. The PostDoc project can potentially address the following questions: 1. What are the quantitative foraging decision strategies employed by a particular animal species during social foraging? 2. How does those decision strategies compare across animal species in a quantitative evolutionary manner? 3. How did evolutionary processes quantitatively shape foraging behaviours? 4. How can one extend social foraging theory to account for different group size and different spatial environmental constraints? For a glimpse of our research work , please check this talk given by the group leader Ahmed Elhady : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRNnsgka0d0 For questions about the position and / or research of the integrative biophysics group, please do not hesitate to contact me via email : ahmed.el-hady(a)uni-konstanz.de The postdoc position will be embedded within the highly collaborative environment of the cluster for advanced study of collective behavior at the University of Konstanz. The expected starting date is 01/12/2023 and deadline for application is 15/09/2023. For more information and application , please visit the website :https://stellen.uni-konstanz.de/jobposting/4418ec7f80f7b2371d7a0e963fab434a58c726cd0 All the best regards, Ahmed Dr. Ahmed Elhady Group leader Integrative biophysics group Cluster for Advanced Study of Collective Behavior Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior Universitätsstraße 10, 78464 Konstanz Room ZT 907 Postbox 687 Tel.: +49 7531 88-4742

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Submit your abstract for the fourth Canadian Computational Neuroscience Spotlight, happening virtually via Crowdcast
by Scott Rich Aug. 14, 2023

Aug. 14, 2023

Dear Comp-Neuro mailing list members, The fourth edition of the Canadian Computational Neuroscience Spotlight (CCNS) <https://ccnsmeeting.ca/#04-ccns-2023-program> is now less than two months away (*October 5-6, fully online via Crowdcast*; register here <https://www.crowdcast.io/c/ccnsv4>). You can find out more information about our program at ccnsmeeting.ca, which will continue to be updated with details about the meeting as it approaches. We invite trainees at any level to submit abstracts <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeev-EA5ccwKapzRV43xD4NfDYGyDeAiWp…>, and anticipate that all submissions reasonably falling under the broad banner of "computational neuroscience" will be accepted unless the demand far exceeds our expectations. Submissions that are both the most meritorious and best correspond with the themes of our sessions will be offered longer, "spotlight" presentations. *To be considered for a spotlight presentation, submit your abstract by September 1 at 5 p.m. EDT*; late abstracts will be accepted until September 13 at 5 p.m. EDT but will only be considered for parallel talks as space allows. Please feel free to reach out to the organizing committee if you have any questions. Sincerely, The CCNS Organizing Committee: Scott Rich <http://scottrich.strikingly.com/>, Ph.D. Research Fellow, SickKids Research Institute. Andreea Diaconescu <https://cognemo.com/>, Ph.D. Independent Scientist, Krembil Center for Neuroinformatics at CAMH. John Griffiths <https://t.co/AlUQymEUae?amp=1>, Ph.D. Independent Scientist, Krembil Center for Neuroinformatics at CAMH. Milad Lankarany <https://sites.google.com/view/lnsbsp/home>, Ph.D. Scientist, Krembil Research Institute.

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Call for papers: Symposium on the Mathematics of Neuroscience. 28th Sept-1st Oct 2023, Rhodes, Greece
by Battleday, Ruairidh Aug. 11, 2023

Aug. 11, 2023

Fourth International Symposium on the Mathematics of Neuroscience. 28th September - 1st October 2023, Old Town, Rhodes, Greece. —---------------- Call for papers —---------------- We invite submissions for this year’s conference on the mathematics of neuroscience: www.neuromonster.org In this exploratory symposium, we present and discuss general mathematical models of brain function. We give priority to those models that account for brain or behavioural data, or provide simulations to that effect. Submissions will be assigned to either a short talk, spotlight talk, or poster presentation. Keynote Speakers Professor Aapo Hyvärinen (University of Helsinki) Professor Janneke Jehee (Donders Institute) Session Chairs Biocomputation: Professor Dan V. Nicolau (King’s College London / Oxford) Probabilistic models: Dr Ruairidh McLennan Battleday (Harvard / MIT) Neurotheory: Dr James Whittington (Oxford / Stanford) Representational alignment: Dr Ilia Sucholutsky (Princeton) Confirmed Talks Professor Andrew Adamatzky (UWE) Professor Dan Nicolau Sr (McGill) Professor Bill Thompson (Berkeley) Professor Bradley Love (UCL) Dr Thomas Parr (UCL) Dr Ilias Rentzeperis (SNRC) The symposium will be held virtually or in-person on the island of Rhodes, Greece from the 28th September - 1st October 2023 (www.neuromonster.org) Submission is by 250-word abstract before the 27th August 2023, emailed to the session chairs at battleday(a)thinkingaboutthinking.org, indicating the desired session.

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Scientific Data Engineer position at Berkeley Lab to work on Neurodata Without Borders
by Ryan Ly Aug. 11, 2023

Aug. 11, 2023

Dear colleagues, The Computational Biosciences Group <https://crd.lbl.gov/divisions/scidata/computational-biosciences/> at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab in Berkeley, CA has an immediate opening for a Software and Data Engineer in the area of Data Management and Analysis with applications to bioscience research. The position is in support of the Neurodata Without Borders <https://www.nwb.org/> project, which develops methods for standardization, sharing, and analysis of neurophysiology data. The technologies developed will have broader applications to other science domains such as genomics, protein design, and other biological data, providing great opportunities for career growth. The overall objectives for this position are to develop new methods and software tools that enable scientific knowledge discovery using modern data management and machine learning technologies and advance the state-of-the-art in data-intensive analysis. This position will be part of an experienced team conducting R&D in the areas of FAIR data science and modern methods for data understanding. The candidate will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team composed of computer scientists, data scientists, neuroscientists, and other domain biologists. For detailed information and how to apply, please see https://jobs.lbl.gov/jobs/scientific-data-engineer-5931 . Best, Ryan -- Ryan Ly Scientific Data Engineer Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory 1 Cyclotron Road Mail Stop 59R4104 Berkeley, CA 94720 Email: rly(a)lbl.gov Pronouns: he/him

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Late breaking abstract submission: INCF Neuroinformatics Assembly 2023
by INCF Aug. 11, 2023

Aug. 11, 2023

*INCF Neuroinformatics Assembly 2023* September 18-20 Virtual Abstract submission deadline: June 23 50% discount for INCF members <https://www.incf.org/join-incf/individuals> Late-breaking abstract submission is now open for INCF Neuroinformatics Assembly 2023! Submit your abstract: bit.ly/INCF2023abstracts Join us for Assembly, hosted once again on the Gather platform! Our annual Assembly is a unique venue where neuroscience researchers, tool developers, standards developers, and infrastructure providers can meet with potential collaborators and hear about the latest advancements in neuroinformatics and FAIR neuroscience. Register: bit.ly/Assembly2023reg Learn more: bit.ly/INCF2023Assemblyblog

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Postdoctoral position in systems neuroscience - freely moving optophysiology - University of Bonn, Germany - Circuit Mechanisms of Behavior Lab
by Rose, Prof. Tobias Aug. 10, 2023

Aug. 10, 2023

Dear all, Our research group “Circuit Mechanisms of Behavior” at the University Hospital Bonn (lab Tobias Rose) invites applications for a full-time (38.5 hours/week) position as: Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d): Detailed description: <https://www.nature.com/naturecareers/job/12803739/postdoctoral-researcher-m…> Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) - Bonn, Nordrhein-Westfalen (DE) job with Universitätsklinikum Bonn | 12803739<https://www.nature.com/naturecareers/job/12803739/postdoctoral-researcher-m…> nature.com<https://www.nature.com/naturecareers/job/12803739/postdoctoral-researcher-m…> [favicon.ico] <https://www.nature.com/naturecareers/job/12803739/postdoctoral-researcher-m…> Closing date: 31st of August 2023 Start date: flexible Contact: Tobias Rose, Tobias.Rose(a)ukbonn.de The selected candidate will investigate the "Encoding of Landmark Stability and Stability of Landmark Encoding”: You will study visual landmark encoding at the intersection of hippocampal, thalamic, and cortical inputs to retrosplenial cortex. You will use cutting-edge miniature two-photon Ca2+ imaging (https://tinyurl.com/mini2pCA1) enabling you to longitudinally record activity in defined, large neuronal populations and long-range afferents in freely moving animals. You will carry out rigorous neuronal and behavioral analyses within the confines of automatized closed-loop tasks tailored for visual navigation. This will involve the application of advanced tools for dense behavioral quantification, including multi-angle videography, inertial motion sensing, and egocentric recording with head-mounted cameras for the reconstruction of retinal input. Our aim is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the immediate and sustained multi-area neuronal representation of visual landmarks during unrestricted behavior. We aim to elucidate the mechanisms through which stable visual landmarks are encoded and the processes by which these representations are stabilized to facilitate robust allocentric navigation. Ideal candidates for this position should hold a doctorate in neuroscience, engineering, physics, or a related discipline, and should be deeply committed to rigorous neuroethology and technical development. We seek individuals with a "tinkering spirit", i.e., a strong penchant for problem-solving and creativity. Essential competencies include the demonstrated ability to design and carry out complex neuroscience experiments, robust programming capabilities, and a foundational knowledge of machine learning methodologies. Valuable experience would include a familiarity with rodent behavior, both in freely moving and head-fixed contexts. Although not mandatory, a background in visual neuroscience or navigation neuroscience would be viewed favorably. We are looking for a driven candidate with a solid record of accomplishment who is enthusiastic about interdisciplinary research. The successful candidate will be prepared to bring their skills and experience to our innovative and collaborative research environment. While this role is tailored towards a specific project, we are equally enthusiastic about supporting the development of your individual research pursuits. Applicants should send their application in a single pdf file, including a cover letter explaining your research interests and motivation for joining the team, CV, and contact information for two references. Applications will be shortlisted based on the above selection criteria. Please send your formal application to Prof. Tobias Rose via email until 31.08.2023. The Expected start date is September 2023 or at the earliest possible date thereafter. Informal enquires about the post are welcome. For more information on our research, please visit www.troselab.de (mastodon: @trose_neuro@neuromatch.social, twitter: @trose_neuro). -- Prof. Dr. Tobias Rose Circuit Mechanisms of Behavior Institute of Experimental Epileptology and Cognition Research University of Bonn Medical Center Life and Brain Center (Building 76) Venusberg-Campus 1 53127 Bonn Tel.: +49-228-6885 331 www.troselab.de<http://www.troselab.de/> ________________________________ Vorstand: Univ.-Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. mult. Wolfgang Holzgreve, MBA, Vorstandsvorsitzender und Ärztlicher Direktor • Clemens Platzköster, Kaufmännischer Direktor und Stellv. Vorstandsvorsitzender • Univ.-Prof. Dr. Bernd Weber, Dekan der Med. Fakultät • Univ.-Prof. Dr. Alexandra Philipsen, Stellv. Ärztliche Direktorin • Alexander Pröbstl, Vorstand Pflege und Patientenservice • Aufsichtsratsvorsitzender: Univ.-Prof. Dr. Heinz Reichmann • Gerichtsstand Bonn • Finanzamt Bonn Innenstadt • USt-IdNr.: DE811917555 • Bankverbindung: Sparkasse KölnBonn • BIC COLSDE33 • IBAN DE52 3705 0198 0010 6506 61

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*Deadline extended* INCF Short Course: Introduction to Neuroinformatics
by INCF Aug. 10, 2023

Aug. 10, 2023

**Deadline extended* INCF Short Course: Introduction to Neuroinformatics* In coordination with the University of Washington and the West Big Data Innovation Hub October 2-4 Seattle, Washington, US Application deadline: August 31 50% discount for INCF members <https://www.incf.org/join-incf/individuals>! Registration has been extended for this Short Course on Neuroinformatics! This course will teach neuroscientists and researchers from related fields about neuroinformatics: the science & engineering of brain data. Speakers include: - Maryann Martone, University of California San Diego - Matthew Glasser, Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis - Ariel Rokem, University of Washington - Ashley Juavinett, University of California, San Diego - Franco Pestilli, University of Texas at Austin - Yaroslav Halchenko, Dartmouth College, Center for Open Neuroscience - Dimitri Yatsenko, DataJoint ...and more! Topics covered include: - AI & machine learning - How to write a data management plan - Neuroethics, data governance, & international data sharing - Data science & reproducibility - Neuroinformatics - Neuroscience & neuroanatomy ...and more! Learn more: bit.ly/INCFcourse2023 Register here: bit.ly/INCFcourse2023reg

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1st EBRAINS National Node Germany Workshop ***26.09.2023 in Berlin, Germany***
by Frings, Maren Aug. 10, 2023

Aug. 10, 2023

Dear Colleagues, We would like to kindly invite you to participate the 1st EBRAINS National Node Germany Workshop which will take place on September 26, 2023 in Berlin from 09:00-13:30 CET. Guest Speakers: Dr. Seán Froudist-Walsh, University of Bristol Prof. Dr. Thomas Wachtler, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich Prof. Dr. Lena Oden, FernUni Hagen & FZ Jülich Prof. Dr. Bryan Strange, Technical University Madrid Dr. Andreas Rowald, Friedrich Alexander University Erlangen-Nürnberg Prof. Dr. Petra Ritter, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin Prof. Dr. Thanos Manos, Cergy Paris University For further details and for registration please browse to our <https://flagship.kip.uni-heidelberg.de/jss/HBPm?m=SgD&mI=254> event website. The EBRAINS National Node Germany (NNG) invites to the 1st EBRAINS NNG Workshop as a back-to-back event of the Bernstein Conference 2023 in Berlin, Germany. You will hear about the EBRAINS RI, its usage, an Expert Discussion on Digital tools to bridge the gap between experimental and computational neuroscience and will have the opportunity to network during our NNG lunch. <https://ebrains.eu> EBRAINS is a unique digital Research Infrastructure (RI), created by the EU-funded Human Brain Project. It is an open platform providing an extensive range of data and tools to enhance brain-related research. EBRAINS is a pan-European distributed network of services, that will in the future be organized through National Nodes. The <https://www.ebrains.eu/national-nodes/germany> EBRAINS NNG currently encompasses about 40 universities and research institutions across Germany joining forces to develop a common scientific and technical strategy, addressing the major scientific challenges of our time. The EBRAINS NNG partners offer unique services, including science liaison activities, for basic neuroscience, medical applications, and industry in the fields of: * High-Performance Computing * Neuromorphic Computing * Artificial Intelligence * Simulation * Robotics * Information privacy and security Programme Committee: Nicola Palomero-Gallagher, Petra Ritter, Fabrice Morin, Francesca Cavallaro, Björn Kindler, Sandra Diaz, Maren Frings In case of further questions please dont hesitate to contact ebrains-nng(a)fz-juelich.de <mailto:ebrains-nng@fz-juelich.de> Kind regards Maren Frings on behalf of the Programme Committee Dr. Maren Frings Project Manager, EBRAINS National Node Germany Jülich Supercomputing Centre Institute for Advanced Simulation Tel +49 2461 61-6431 Fax +49 2461 61-6656 <http://www.fz-juelich.de/ias/jsc> www.fz-juelich.de/ias/jsc ------------------------------------------------------------------- Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH 52425 Jülich Sitz der Gesellschaft: Jülich Eingetragen im Handelsregister des Amtsgerichts Düren Nr. HR B 3498 Vorsitzender des Aufsichtsrats: MinDir Stefan Müller Geschäftsführung: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Wolfgang Marquardt (Vorsitzender), Karsten Beneke (stellv. Vorsitzender), Dr. Ir. Pieter Jansens, Prof. Dr. Astrid Lambrecht, Prof. Dr. Frauke Melchior -------------------------------------------------------------------

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Integrative Biophysics Group Opportunities
by Ahmed Elhady Aug. 6, 2023

Aug. 6, 2023

The Integrative Biophysics group (https://twitter.com/IntBioPhysics ) headed by Dr. Ahmed Elhady at the Cluster for Advanced study of collective behavior in the university of Konstanz , focuses on understanding theoretical foundations of biophysical phenomena from excitability up to social foraging. The group is part of the Cluster for Advanced Study of Collective behavior. We are a *Cluster of Excellence* within the Excellence Strategy of the German Federal and State Governments. Being a cooperation between the University of Konstanz and the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior, we use the extensive expertise in the region to create an interdisciplinary environment for the study of collective behaviour that is unique worldwide. "The Centre for the Advanced Study of Collective Behaviour" is dedicated to the study of collective behaviour across a variety of species and across different organizational levels. For more information on the Cluster of Excellence, please visit: Collective Behaviour | exc.uni-konstanz.de <https://www.exc.uni-konstanz.de/collective-behaviour/>. There are several opportunities to do research with us at the Integrative Biophysics group : 1. Postdoctoral position focused on theoretical analysis of social foraging involving theoretical modeling and advanced data analysis ( deadline: September 15th) . For more details , please check this : https://stellen.uni-konstanz.de/jobposting/4418ec7f80f7b2371d7a0e963fab434a… 2. Postdoctoral fellowships: we are very happy to discuss potential fellowship proposals relating to theoretical biophysics of collectives ( from cells to animals) that we can host in our group. Get in touch to discuss your ideas ! 3. University of Konstanz offers this unique independent postdoctoral fellowship ( deadline: October 10th), check it out here: https://www.uni-konstanz.de/zukunftskolleg/fellowships/postdoctoral-fellows… . If you are granted this fellowship, you can have a collaboration with us at the Integrative biophysics group. To get in touch and discuss ideas and potential projects, please email Dr. Ahmed elhady at : ahmed.el-hady(a)uni-konstanz.de All the best regards, Ahmed Elhady Dr. Ahmed El Hady Research Group Leader Cluster for Advanced Study of Collective Behavior Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior Universitätsstraße 10, 78464 Konstanz Room ZT 907 Postbox 687 Tel.: +49 7531 88-4742

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Re: ChatSOME: A neural model of how children learn language meanings
by Grossberg, Stephen Aug. 4, 2023

Aug. 4, 2023

Dear Comp-Neuro colleagues, I am writing to call your attention to an article that I just published Open Access which is relevant to many current themes in neural modeling: Grossberg, S. (2023). How children learn to understand language meanings: A neural model of adult–child multimodal interactions in real-time. Frontiers in Psychology, August 2, 2023. Section on Cognitive Science, Volume 14. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1216479 Here is its Abstract: ++++++++++++++++++++++ This article describes a biological neural network model that can be used to explain how children learn to understand language meanings about the perceptual and affective events that they consciously experience. This kind of learning often occurs when a child interacts with an adult teacher to learn language meanings about events that they experience together. Multiple types of self-organizing brain processes are involved in learning language meanings, including processes that control conscious visual perception, joint attention, object learning and conscious recognition, cognitive working memory, cognitive planning, emotion, cognitive-emotional interactions, volition, and goal-oriented actions. The article shows how all of these brain processes interact to enable learning of language meanings to occur. The article also contrasts these human capabilities with AI models like ChatGPT. The current model is called the ChatSOME model, where SOME abbreviates Self-Organizing Meaning. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ These contributions build upon results that are described in my recently published Magnum Opus: Conscious Mind, Resonant Brain: How Each Brain Makes a Mind https://www.amazon.com/Conscious-Mind-Resonant-Brain-Makes/dp/0190070552 that I wrote to be self-contained and non-technical in a conversational style for the general public. Best, Steve Stephen Grossberg Wang Professor of Cognitive and Neural Systems Director, Center for Adaptive Systems Emeritus Professor of Mathematics & Statistics, Psychological & Brain Sciences, and Biomedical Engineering Boston University sites.bu.edu/steveg/ steve(a)bu.edu<mailto:steve@bu.edu> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Grossberg http://scholar.google.com/citations?user=3BIV70wAAAAJ&hl=en https://sites.bu.edu/steveg/files/2021/08/Grossberg-CV-8-14-21.pdf https://youtu.be/9n5AnvFur7I https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hBye6JQCh4

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