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[Meetings] CFP - IEEE Int. Conf. Development and Learning (ICDL) 2025

by Matej Hoffmann

* Dear colleagues, The IEEE International Conference on Development and Learning 2025 will be held September 16–19, 2025 in Prague, Czechia. ** ----------------------------------- CfP IEEE ICDL 2025 ----------------------------------- https://icdl2025.fel.cvut.cz/ <https://icdl2025.fel.cvut.cz/> 16–19 September 2025 in Prague; Czechia 2025 IEEE International Conference on Development and Learning (ICDL) We invite submissions to explore, extend, and consolidate the interdisciplinary boundaries of this exciting research field. In addition to the usual paper submission-selection process, we announce two Challenges: the BabyBot Challengethat will award computational models that capture core aspects of specific psychology experiments and (new!!) BabyObserve Challengethat will foster the community’s discoveries in research related to the development of cognition and learning and go beyond what is currently in focus. Submissions that address both challenges at the same time are also welcome. ----------------------------------- Important Deadlines ----------------------------------- Contributed papers (6–8 pages)—deadline: March 14, 2025. Workshop and tutorial proposals—deadline: March 14, 2025. Journal Track—deadline: April 1, 2025. Late-breaking results (1-page abstracts)—deadline: June 13, 2025. ----------------------------------- Speakers ----------------------------------- Jeff Krichmar (University of California, Irvine, USA) Masako Myowa-Yamakoshi (Kyoto University, Japan) Giulio Sandini (IIT Genoa, Italy) Tilbe Göksun (Koç University, Turkey) Josef Šivic (CIIRC, CTU in Prague, Czechia) ----------------------------------- Topics ----------------------------------- ICDL is a unique conference gathering researchers from both computational science (including robotics, AI, cognitive architecture) and developmental studies (psychology, linguistics, anthropology, education, philosophy) for a fertile exchange sharing ideas, perspectives, knowledge, research findings on how humans and animals develop sensing, reasoning and actions, including interactive ecologies and how these capabilities can be implemented in computing (embodied) systems. This approach goes hand in hand with the goal of both understanding human and animal development and how this can be applied to improve future intelligent technology including all kinds of artificial systems that will be in close interaction with humans. Topics of interest include (but are not limited to): – general principles and theories of development and learning; – embodied learning in biological systems and robots; – development of skills in biological systems and robots; – developmental stages and sensitive periods; – architectures for cognitive development and life-long learning; – emergence of body knowledge and affordance perception; – learning control of body movement; – (models of) curiosity, intrinsic motivations, exploration, play and active learning; – (models for) prediction, planning and problem solving; – developmentally-inspired machine learning; – applications of machine learning to human and animal development; – emotional development and the role of emotion in learning; – emergence of verbal and nonverbal communication; – metacognitive skills and the role of metacognitive learning and explicit communication; – (models of) human–human and human–system interaction; – epistemological foundations and philosophical issues; – the relationship between evolution and development; – ethics in modeling learning and development. ----------------------------------- Submission ----------------------------------- We accept four types of research submissions. Full 6-page paper submissions—deadline:March 14, 2025. Papers of at most 6 pages in IEEE double column format will undergo peer-review, and accepted and presented submissions will be included in the conference proceedings published by IEEE Xplore. Up to two extra pages are acceptable for a publication fee of $100 per page. Accepted papers will be invited for presentation either in oral or poster format Please make use of the template provided at https://www.ieee.org/conferences/publishing/templates.html <https://www.ieee.org/conferences/publishing/templates.html> Workshop and tutorial proposals—deadline:March 14, 2025. Workshops proposals can be submitted for one-day or half-day-workshop that will take place on the first day of the conference. The proposals should motivate the topic and provide a schedule (topics covered by all speakers). Journal-track posters—deadline:April 1, 2025. Journal track poster submissions must be about a journal paper that has been published the March 2024 – March 2025 period (online ahead of print is fine) on a topic relevant to the conference. Late-breaking posters with 1-page abstract—deadline: June 13, 2025: To encourage discussion of late-breaking results or for work that is not sufficiently mature for a full paper, we will accept 1-page abstracts. These submissions will not be included in the conference proceedings. Accepted abstracts will be presented during the poster session. ----------------------------------- BabyBot Challenge Paper Award ----------------------------------- Babybot Challenge papers are expected to establish a strong link between developmental psychology and robotics and/or computational modeling. Submissions will be judged by the following criteria: – How well does the computational model (e.g., an artificial system, which can be a robot, artificial system, or a software agent) represent the particular features of the experimental research addressed. – How closely the performance of the model replicates the experimental findings and how parsimonious is the model. – How explicit the model is about cognitive mechanisms and the – The extent of the novel insights or explanations generated by the model, and importantly whether the model make interesting and testable predictions. We encourage the authors to tag their submission for “Babybot Challenge” award during contributed paper submission, which would indicate that there is significant content that puts the paper in the spotlight of “Babybot Challenge”. ----------------------------------- BabyObserve Challenge Paper Award ----------------------------------- This Challenge is new, and its intention is to foster the community’s discoveries in research related to the development of cognition and learning that go beyond what is currently in focus. BabyObserve Challenge papers are expected to introduce novel or “edge case” phenomena to the ICDL community from observations of child development, but also related mechanisms, interplays of skills, properties of (environmental and / or social) ecologies that promote it. Observations can result in quantitative or qualitative research that is further described in the paper. Submissions will be judged by the following criteria: – How innovative is the phenomenon and why it is important for the ICDL community – How well is the phenomenon described to inspire computational models – How well is the phenomenon theoretically grounded or linked to the existing literature We encourage the authors to tag their submission for “BabyObserve Challenge” award during contributed paper submission, which would indicate that there is significant content that puts the paper in the spotlight of “BabyObserve Challenge”. General chair: Matej Hoffmann Program chairs: Alessandra Sciutti, Emre Ugur, Katharina J. Rohlfing ** Best regards, Matej Hoffmann, IEEE ICDL 2025 General Chair * -- Matej Hoffmann, PhD Associate Professor Department of Cybernetics Faculty of Electrical Engineering Czech Technical University in Prague Karlovo namesti 13 121 35 Praha 2, Czech Republic +420 224 357 387 https://sites.google.com/site/matejhof/home https://cyber.felk.cvut.cz/humanoids https://icdl2025.fel.cvut.cz/

Dec. 20, 2024

Why Organize a Workshop at FRCCS 2025?

by Hocine Cherifi

Are you passionate about Complex Systems research? Organizing a workshop at *FRCCS 2025* is your chance to: - Shape discussions on cutting-edge topics. - Build networks with leading researchers and practitioners. - Promote interdisciplinary collaboration. 📅 *Submission Deadline:* January 12, 2025 📍 *Location:* Bordeaux, France For additional details, visit the conference website: [ https://iutdijon.u-bourgogne.fr/ccs-france/workshops-proposals/] submit your proposal here: [https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/FRCCS2025/] Don’t miss this opportunity to make an impact! Best regards, FRCCS 2025 Organizing Committee Join us at COMPLEX NETWORKS 2024 <https://www.complexnetworks.org/> *-------------------------* Hocine CHERIFI University of Burgundy Franche-Comté Laboratoire* I*nterdisciplinaire *C*arnot de *B*ourgogne - ICB UMR 6303 CNRS Editor in Chief Plos Complex Systems <https://plos.org/complex-systems-research-journal/#:~:text=PLOS%20Complex%2….> Founding & Adisory Editor Applied Network Science <https://appliednetsci.springeropen.com/> Editorial Board member PLOS One <https://journals.plos.org/plosone/>, IEEE ACCESS <https://ieeeaccess.ieee.org/?http%3A%2F%2Fieeeaccess_ieee_org%2F>, Scientific Reports <https://www.nature.com/srep/>, Journal of Imaging <https://www.mdpi.com/journal/jimaging>, Quality and Quantity <https://www.springer.com/journal/11135/>, Computational Social Networks <https://computationalsocialnetworks.springeropen.com/>, Complex Systems <https://www.complex-systems.com/>

Dec. 19, 2024

Postdoc position on predictive representations / dynamic RSA, CIMeC, Uni Trento, Italy

by Moritz Wurm

We are seeking for a highly motivated Postdoc <https://lavoraconnoi.unitn.it/en/research-contracts/center-mind-brain-scien…> to join the Action Recognition and Concepts Group <https://www.cimec.unitn.it/en/929/action-recognition-and-concepts-group> at CIMeC (Center for Mind/Brain Sciences), University of Trento, Italy. The research project will focus on an MEG-based dynamic extension to representational similarity analysis (dynamic RSA <https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-023-39355-y>) that we have recently developed in our lab to investigate predictive representations of dynamic events. We're looking for applicants who: · Have a strong drive to pursue a career in scientific research · Possess independent and critical thinking skills · Excel in collaborative teamwork · Have a background in cognitive neuroscience (preferably M/EEG or fMRI, MVPA/RSA) and strong programming skills (preferably Matlab, or Python) · Have experience in action / biological motion perception (ideally in generating point light displays or avatars) or in action execution At CIMeC, you'll have access to cutting-edge research facilities, such as: · A brand new MEGIN TRIUX neo MEG system · A 3T MRI Siemens Prisma · TMS, EEG, and combined TMS-EEG setups · Human intracranial stereotactic EEG · Eye-tracking systems · Kinematic recording systems All equipment is dedicated 100% to research purposes, providing you with the ideal environment for testing your research questions. As a member of our lab and of the wider CIMeC community, you will be part of an international community of students and researchers in a vibrant scientific environment. The working language is English. Our lab enjoys numerous international collaborations, and we offer ample opportunities to engage with the broader scientific community through conferences, workshops, and international meetings, supported by research funding attracted by our lab. Living in Trentino offers a unique combination of natural beauty and cultural richness. Situated among stunning landscapes between the Dolomites and Lake Garda, it provides a serene setting where you can appreciate nature alongside various cultural activities and sports. Trentino is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful regions in Italy, offering an exceptional quality of life alongside your academic pursuits. The Postdoc position will be for 2 years (potentially extendable). The start date cannot be later than May 1, 2025, except for candidates requiring a Visa (in that case the latest start date is one month after the Visa is obtained). The application deadline is February 28, 2025. Visit the application page <https://lavoraconnoi.unitn.it/en/research-contracts/center-mind-brain-scien…> for more information. If you are thrilled to contribute to our research in cognitive neuroscience, please write to moritz.wurm(a)unitn.it <mailto:moritz.wurm@unitn.it>. We look forward to hearing from you! Best wishes, Moritz Wurm

Dec. 18, 2024

Postdoc Position in Neuroimaging at New York

by Cao, Hengyi

The Clinical Neuroscience and Neuroimaging Lab (PI: Dr. Hengyi Cao) in the Institute of Behavioral Science (IBS), Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral associate for a recently funded NIH R01 project. We use multimodal imaging (structural, functional, diffusional MRI) and neuromodulation (TMS) approaches to study the cognitive function of the cerebellum and its mechanisms for the onset and treatment of psychotic disorders. The funded project will be focused on the development of the cerebellum and the training of cerebellum-based predictive models for psychosis prediction. We welcome applicants who are interested in psychosis and/or cerebellar neuroscience, with strong skills in neuroimaging data analysis, statistics, and machine learning. Previous experience in neurodevelopment is a plus. The successful applicant will be focusing on analyzing a large array of existing datasets, writing up papers, and publishing in high-impact journals. The applicant will also have opportunity to contribute to other ongoing projects in the institute as well as to develop independent studies and acquire independent fundings. The IBS is located at the Zucker Hillside Hospital, one of the largest psychiatric facilities in the broader New York area. It has been an NIH-funded Advanced Center for Intervention and Services Research on Early Psychosis for approximately thirty consecutive years and has tremendous clinical and research resources for conducting various psychiatric studies. To apply, please send a cover letter describing your research interest and prior experience, a CV, and contact information of three references to Hengyi Cao (hcao2(a)northwell.edu) We provide competitive salary commensurate with living costs in the New York City. The position can start as early as January 2025 and will be evaluated on a rolling basis until filled. The information contained in this electronic e-mail transmission and any attachments are intended only for the use of the individual or entity to whom or to which it is addressed, and may contain information that is privileged, confidential and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If the reader of this communication is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering this communication to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, copying or disclosure of this communication and any attachment is strictly prohibited. If you have received this transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately by telephone and electronic mail, and delete the original communication and any attachment from any computer, server or other electronic recording or storage device or medium. Receipt by anyone other than the intended recipient is not a waiver of any attorney-client, physician-patient or other privilege.

Dec. 18, 2024

First Announcement: NSF-Simons NITMB MathBio Convergence Conference, 11-14 August 2025 in Chicago, Illinois

by William L. Kath

* Mark your calendars: The NITMB MathBio Convergence Conference will be held 11-14 August 2025 in Chicago, Illinois *The NITMB MathBio Convergence Conference will be an international forum for the presentation and discussion of *research at the frontier between biology and mathematics.* The Conference is sponsored and hosted by a new national institute charged with enhancing greater integration between these disciplines, the NSF-Simons National Institute for Theory and Mathematics in Biology (NITMB). Located in downtown Chicago, the NITMB was founded in 2023 by the National Science Foundation and the Simons Foundation and is a working partnership between Northwestern University and the University of Chicago. *More information about the NITMB can be found at https://www.nitmb.org. * The conference will be a forum to discuss *challenging problems in biology that are inspiring new mathematics, statistics, theory and computation and to explore mathematics that is generating important new insights into biology.* A half-dozen plenary talks from distinguished international speakers are scheduled at which theory and experiment will be discussed. There will also be 20 speaking slots selected from open abstract applications, and two poster sessions. Priority for the speaking slots will be given to early career researchers, and there will be ample time for discussion, professional networking and career development activities. *Those who work at or who are interested in the math-bio interface are strongly encouraged to apply and attend. * Presentations from all relevant areas of mathematics and biology are welcome. *Confirmed plenary speakers:* *Alexander Auhlela, The European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL)* Dr. Aulehla uses dynamical systems to study how a vertebrate embryo forms the unique number of body segments that make up the vertebrae. *Carina Curto, Brown University* Dr. Curto combines mathematical tools from algebra, geometry, topology and dynamical systems to elucidate complex patterns of activity in networks of neurons. *Lorin Crawford, Microsoft Research and Brown University* Dr. Crawford uses machine learning and statistical tools to study the genotype-to-phenotype map for complex traits and diseases. *Michael Hawrylycz, The Allen Institute* Dr. Hawrylycz studies the cellular constitution and organization of the brain using single-cell transcriptomics and cutting-edge computational and statistical tools. *Anna-Liisa Laine, University of Helsinki* Dr. Laine studies complex problems in ecology across a spectrum of length and time scales. *Reidun Twarock, University of York* Dr. Twarock uses mathematics to study the symmetries of animal viruses and how they self-assemble inside host cells. Conference location: the National Institute for Theory and Mathematics in Biology, 875 N. Michigan Avenue, 35th floor, Chicago, Illinois. A block of hotel rooms has been reserved at The Drake, 140 E. Walton Place, Chicago, Illinois. *Information about deadlines for registration and abstract applications for a contributed talk or poster will be provided in early 2025.* We are proud to be able to offer conference support for those needing financial assistance to attend the conference. Please watch for more information online at *https://www.nitmb.org/nitmb-mathbio-convergence-conference* or by contacting nitmb(a)nitmb.org The NITMB MathBio Convergence Conference Organizing Committee: Sharon Crook, Arizona State University Adriana Dawes, The Ohio State University Bard Ermentrout, University of Pittsburgh William Kath, Northwestern University Ilaria Rebay, University of Chicago Michael Rust, University of Chicago

Dec. 18, 2024

Research Assistant Position in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience at American University, Washington DC

by Laurie Bayet

*Research Assistant Position in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience at American University, Washington DC* The Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory at American University, located in Washington DC and directed by Dr. Laurie Bayet ( https://www.bayetlab.com/) is currently accepting applications for a full-time, benefits-eligible Research Assistant position to assist on NSF and foundation-funded funded projects investigating infant visual cognition and social communication (e.g., NSF award # 2122961 <https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2122961>). The lab uses electro-encephalography (EEG), functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), behavioral measures, and machine learning. The position is ideal for an individual seeking to deepen their research experience in preparation for graduate study. *Applicants should apply electronically at https://american.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/AU/job/Main-Campus-Washington-DC/Res… <https://american.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/AU/job/Main-Campus-Washington-DC/Res…> and submit a CV and cover letter listing the names and contact information of 2-3 references.* Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Prospective applicants may email Dr. Bayet ( bayet(a)american.edu) with any questions. Apologies for cross-posting! *Essential Functions* - *Data Management:* Assisting with data collection in adherence with study protocols, such as: informed consent, EEG, fNIRS, and/or eye-tracking measurements, transferring research data files to the lab server. - *Participant Recruitment and Support:* Outreach, recruitment, and communication with families who participate in the research, such as: designing and implementing outreach/recruitment materials, assessing study eligibility, scheduling study visits, maintaining contact with participating families. - *Data Entry and Processing:* Conduct data entry, data pre-processing, video coding, and data management, in adherence with study protocols. - *Personnel:* Onboarding and supervision of undergraduate research assistants. - *Study General Support:* Assisting with designing and implementing experimental procedures, such as: creating and validating stimuli, surveys, and/or paradigms; monitoring materials and supplies. - *Compliance:* Develop and monitor IRB protocols for approval, modification, or renewal. - *Other duties as assigned by supervisor.* Opportunity to contribute to conference presentations and/or manuscript writing, if desired. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: The initial position is for 1-year and is renewable contingent upon continued funding, a 6-month probationary period, and successful completion of duties. *Required Education and Experience:* - High school diploma or equivalent required. - 1-3 years' relevant experience, such as undergraduate research experience, is required. - Demonstrated interest in developmental psychology, cognitive science, and/or cognitive neuroscience required, such as from undergraduate coursework or research experience. - Excellent organizational and project management skills are required, including initiative, self-motivation, rigor, attention to details, ability to work independently on multiple tasks, ability to learn new skills in a fast-paced environment, and ability to meet deadlines. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required, including comfort interacting professionally with families, infants, and undergraduate students, and ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. - Prior experience in developmental research (e.g., with infants/children) and/or human neuroimaging research (e.g., EEG, MEG, fNIRS) which may include undergraduate research experience (strongly preferred, but not strictly required if has some other relevant research experience). - Flexibility to adapt to changing hours, such as the ability to run study visits with families during weekends, or occasionally during the evening, is required. *Preferred Education and Experience:* - Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Neuroscience or closely related field preferred. - Computational skills and programming experience in Matlab, R, and/or Python preferred, but not strictly required. - Relevant experience with neuroscience/psychology research tools (e.g., NetStation, Psychtoolbox, Datavyu, Children Helping Science, EEGLAB, Homer, BIDS), data analysis, data processing, manuscript preparation, and/or social media or community outreach a plus. - The ability to start as early as January 2025 and the intention to make a 2-years commitment are strongly preferred. *Additional information:* The Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory is part of the Neuroscience Department <https://www.american.edu/cas/neuroscience/> and the Center for Neuroscience and Behavior <https://www.american.edu/cas/center-neuroscience/> at American University. American University provides a stimulating intellectual environment, just 2 miles from downtown Washington DC. DC offers a vibrant research community, and American University enjoys proximity to other notable research institutions such as the National Institutes of Health. With extensive public transit, an exciting cultural and restaurant scene, many museums and public parks, and proximity to other green spaces in the surrounding region (e.g., Appalachian trail, Shenandoah National Park), Washington DC consistently ranks amongst the top US metropolitan areas for quality of life. *Benefits* AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options <https://secure-web.cisco.com/1xOwxDSlkRlXlYPPZYWq0QpcjQRmrUewLamlS2mE8G0X9U…> . *Other Details* - Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check. - Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university. - Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. - American University is an E-Verify <https://secure-web.cisco.com/1XvV9ls4UAniSQMlhDR3Q7UDPXIx7GKNSsIF67po-xqKDS…> employer *Contact Us* For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline(a)american.edu. *American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.*

Dec. 16, 2024

Final call: Survey on what we mean by 'intelligence', and whether it applies to ChatGPT

by Stefan Heinrich

[apologies for cross-posting] The term 'intelligence' is often used in various fields including Artificial Intelligence, Cognitive Science, Natural Language Processing, and Machine Learning. But research papers rarely specify what is meant by that term. As a result, we as a research community often talk past each other, even about our basic premises and goals. Authors may even change how they write their papers, based on a wrong impression of what most other researchers believe. We are a team of CogSci/NLP researchers from the IT University of Copenhagen, Denmark. We combed through the literature to collect the key definitional criteria for 'intelligence', and we designed this survey to find out the following: - to what degree do the researchers in different areas agree about what 'intelligence' even means? - what role, if any, does this term play in their research agenda? - what is their perception of the current systems based on large language models (e.g. Claude or ChatGPT)? We would much appreciate hearing your perspective! The survey takes 5-10 minutes and is available until December 18 at this link: https://www.survey-xact.dk/LinkCollector?key=4S7VSN4MS536 Your response is anonymous and will be used for research purposes only. Anonymous and aggregated responses will be publicly available under Creative Commons-Attribution-Non-Commercial license, and we will also publish our analysis. Project team: Bertram Højer, Terne Sasha Thorn Jakobsen, Anna Rogers, Stefan Heinrich Project page: https://bertramhojer.github.io/projects/intelligence-survey/ -- Best regards *************************** Dr. Stefan Heinrich Associate Professor Computer Science Department IT University of Copenhagen https://stefanheinrich.net/ ***************************

Dec. 16, 2024

Two Tenure-Track Assistant Professorships at Bocconi University

by Nicolas Brunel

The Department of Computing Sciences at Bocconi University invites applications for two Tenure Track Assistant Professor positions. The new department of Computing Sciences, created three years ago and in a phase of rapid expansion, is an interdisciplinary department with leading international researchers in various fields including theoretical computer science, machine learning theory, statistical physics modeling, natural language processing, computational neuroscience, as well as biomedical applications. In terms of teaching, the department has recently opened a bachelor in AI, a master in AI, and is strongly involved in the PhD program in Statistics and Computer Science. It has a strong core in theory and applied CS, and aims at broadening its portfolio, in particular towards applications of machine learning not yet currently represented. We are looking for outstanding candidates, curious and open to collaborations with colleagues from other fields. Priority will be given to candidates with expertise in computer vision and/or high performance computing as well as to all candidates whose hiring would increase the diversity of the faculty in the department. In principle the position is to be filled by 1st September 2025, but if necessary, the starting date could be delayed to February 1st, 2026. Bocconi University is an amazingly vibrant academic community with leading academics in various fields. It is located in central Milan, Italy, offering undergraduate, graduate, PhD, MBA and Executive programs. Qualifications: Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related areas, and should demonstrate the capacity for exceptional research achievement and the ability to teach effectively in undergraduate, masters, MBA and PhD programs. Experienced candidates should have an established track record of successful research and teaching. Job information: The successful candidates will be expected to develop a strong publication record, broadly contribute to the academic life of the department and be effective teachers both at the undergraduate and graduate level. Compensation and teaching load will be competitive with other top European Schools. The contract will last for 6 years, with the possibility of becoming permanent after a successful tenure process. For additional information concerning the Department of Computing Sciences visit https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://cs.unibocconi.eu/__;!!OToaGQ!sxwqOBKMb_… . Further details on the position may be requested from faculty(a)unibocconi.it . How to apply: Applications including a CV, Research Statement and copies of recent publications (up to 5), plus 3 references must be submitted online at https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://jobmarket.unibocconi.eu/?id=711__;!!OTo… . Applications must be received by 24th January 2025 and candidates will be interviewed online. Bocconi University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. Applications are particularly welcome from women and members of groups who are under-represented in academic posts.

Dec. 16, 2024

World wide VVTNS series: Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at 11:00 am EST| Claire Meissner-Bernard, Friedrich Miescher Institut for biomedical research, Basel

by David Hansel

[image: VVTNS.png] https://www.wwtns.online <https://streaklinks.com/A9c7PbbpKY7PxB6PaAJWGD3-/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wwtns.on…> - on twitter: wwtns@TheoreticalWide You are cordially invited to the lecture given by Claire Meissner-Bernard Friedrich Miescher Institut for biomedical research Basel on the topic of Properties of memory networks with excitatory-inhibitory assemblies The lecture will be held on zoom on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at *11:00 am EST * To receive the zoom link: https://www.wwtns.online/register-page *Abstract: * Classical views suggest that memories are stored in assemblies of excitatory neurons that become strongly interconnected during learning. However, recent experimental and theoretical results have challenged this view, leading to the hypothesis that memories are encoded in assemblies containing both excitatory (E) and inhibitory (I) neurons. Understanding the effects of these E-I assemblies on memory function is therefore essential. Using a biologically constrained model of an olfactory memory network, I will first describe how introducing E-I assemblies reorganizes odor-evoked activity patterns in neural state space. Indeed, the “geometry” of neural activity provides valuable insights about the computational properties of neural networks. I will then describe the behavior of networks with E-I assemblies upon partial manipulation of inhibitory neurons. Finally, I will discuss recent experimental data supporting predictions of the model. *About VVTNS : Launched as the World Wide Theoretical Neuroscience Seminar (WWTNS) in November 2020 and renamed in homage to Carl van Vreeswijk in Memoriam (April 20, 2022), Speakers have the occasion to talk about theoretical aspects of their work which cannot be discussed in a setting where the majority of the audience consists of experimentalists. The seminars, **held on Wednesdays at 11 am ET,** are 45-50 min long followed by a discussion. The talks are recorded with authorization of the speaker and are available to everybody on our YouTube channel.* ᐧ ᐧ

Dec. 15, 2024

postdoc position at Ghent University

by Tom Verguts

Dear colleagues please find here https://jobs.ugent.be/job/Ghent-Doctoral-assistant-department-Experimental-… an advertisement for a doctoral assistant (research and teaching at postdoctoral level) position at the department of Experimental Psychology at Ghent University that may be relevant to you. Best wishes, Tom

Dec. 13, 2024