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Fully-funded PhD in machine-learning for analysing subject's decisions (Nottingham, UK)
by Mark Humphries 22 Apr '24

22 Apr '24

A fully-funded PhD is available with Dr Silvia Maggi and Professor Mark Humphries (University of Nottingham) and Dr Hazem Toutonji (University of Sheffield). Decision-making happens in dynamic environments. Understanding how subjects respond to such a fast-changing world requires approaches that can track subject's choice strategies at the resolution of single trials. We recently developed a Bayesian inference algorithm (Maggi et al., 2023, bioRxiv) that enables trial-resolution tracking of learning and exploration during learning. This project will build on this work to solve crucial problems of determining which of a set of behavioural strategies a subject is using and how to incorporate evidence uncertainty into its detection of the learning of strategies and transitions between them. Using the extended algorithm on datasets of rodents and humans performing decision tasks will let us test a range of hypotheses for how correct decisions are learnt and what innate strategies are used. Application deadline: November 30th 2023 PhD start date: February 1st 2024 Please send all queries to Silvia (silvia.maggi(a)nottingham.ac.uk) or Mark (mark.humphries(a)nottingham.ac.uk) Full details and how to apply here: https://www.findaphd.com/phds/project/cognitive-flexibility-in-dynamic-deci… Professor Mark Humphries | Professor of Computational Neuroscience Lab: humphries-lab.org<https://www.humphries-lab.org/> Twitter: @markdhumphries Public blog: https://medium.com/the-spike Book: "The Spike: An Epic Journey Through the Brain in 2.1 Seconds" (Princeton UP) out now in paperback: https://press.princeton.edu/books/paperback/9780691241487/the-spike This message and any attachment are intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please contact the sender and delete the email and attachment. Any views or opinions expressed by the author of this email do not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Nottingham. Email communications with the University of Nottingham may be monitored where permitted by law.

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HNN Virtual Workshop, May 8th – Limited Places Available
by Paolo Lenotti 19 Apr '24

19 Apr '24

Hi all, We would like to invite you to a virtual workshop on the Human Neocortical Neurosolver (HNN) <https://cgR8v04.na1.hs-sales-engage.com/Ctc/OM+23284/cgR8v04/JkM4YGXpW6N1X8…>, jointly organized by the Stephanie Jones Lab and MetaCell, scheduled for May 8th. The workshop is aimed at researchers and clinicians with an interest in neuroscience but without formal computational modeling or coding experience. It will offer a detailed exploration of HNN, a tool designed to interpret the neural origins of human MEG/EEG data. *Workshop Highlights:* - Comprehensive Overview: The workshop will begin with a didactic presentation on the background and development of HNN, providing a foundation for its application in neuroscience research. - Practical Application: Participants will learn how to utilize the HNN graphical user interface (GUI) to investigate the circuit origins of commonly measured signals, including event-related potentials (ERPs) and low-frequency brain rhythms. - Advanced Interface Training: Discover how to use the HNN-core Python interface. *Registration Information:* The workshop will take place online on Wednesday, May 8th from 9am to noon ET. The number of participants will be limited to ensure a productive learning environment. Given the specialized nature of this workshop, we anticipate high interest. To secure your participation, we recommend signing up as soon as possible. A registration fee of $25.00 is required to help us cover the costs of organizing the event. Register here >> <https://cgR8v04.na1.hs-sales-engage.com/Ctc/OM+23284/cgR8v04/JkM4YGXpW6N1X8…> *About the Workshop Content:* MEG/EEG signals are critical to our understanding of both healthy and pathological brain functions, but interpreting these signals at the cellular and circuit levels remains challenging. The HNN software was developed to address this challenge, providing both a graphical and a programmable Python interface to an anatomically detailed model of neocortical circuits. The workshop will offer practical tutorials to guide participants through the process of using HNN to explore the origins of sensory ERPs and low-frequency brain rhythms. We look forward to your participation in this workshop, which promises to be an enriching experience for those looking to enhance their skills in computational neuroscience and the interpretation of MEG/EEG data. Click here to find out more and save your place >> <https://cgR8v04.na1.hs-sales-engage.com/Ctc/OM+23284/cgR8v04/JkM4YGXpW6N1X8…> Best regards, Paolo Lenotti on behalf of MetaCell & the Stephanie Jones Lab -- *Paolo Lenotti* www.MetaCell.us <http://www.metacell.us/> +44 (0)7450 948685 Boston, MA | Oxford, UK | Cagliari, ITA

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[Arabs in Neuroscience] Introduction to Computational Neuroscience online summer school 2024
by Mohamed Abdelhack 18 Apr '24

18 Apr '24

Arabs in Neuroscience is pleased to announce the third iteration of the Introduction to computational neuroscience summer school in 2024. The school is dedicated to fill the interdisciplinary gap in many education systems by gathering students from biological and computational backgrounds and introducing topics essential for computational neuroscientists such as python programming, neurobiology, calculus, statistics and linear algebra. The school is also dedicated to cater to non-native English speakers in the Arabic-speaking countries which is why the language of instruction is in Arabic. The school is supported by the generous funding from Simons Foundation. Details: School dates: August 11-30 2024 Application deadline: May 7, 2024 We are currently opening the applications for students and teaching assistants. Please apply and also share it with your network. More information and application here: https://www.arabsinneuro.org/school/ Also, if you support our mission of democratizing science and education, please consider donating to Arabs in Neuroscience: https://www.arabsinneuro.org/donate/ Best regards,Mohamed Abdelhack

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Call for Abstracts for the Bernstein Conference 2024
by Alexander Lammers 18 Apr '24

18 Apr '24

Call for Abstracts for the Bernstein Conference 2024 in Frankfurt am Main +++ The Bernstein Network Computational Neuroscience invites proposals for contributed talks and poster presentations of the Bernstein Conference 2024 in Frankfurt am Main. +++ ____ Each year the Bernstein Network invites the international computational neuroscience community to the annual Bernstein Conference for intensive scientific exchange. It has established itself as one of the most renowned conferences worldwide in this field, attracting students, postdocs, and PIs from around the world to meet and discuss new scientific discoveries. www.bernstein-conference.de<http://www.bernstein-conference.de> ____ IMPORTANT DATES * Bernstein Conference: September 29 – October 2, 2024 * Deadline for contributed talk abstract submission: June 5, 2024, 15:00 CEST * Deadline for travel grant applications: June 12, 2024, 15:00 CEST * Deadline for poster abstract submission: July 10, 2024, 15:00 CEST ____ ABSTRACTS We invite the computational neuroscience community to submit their abstracts: Submitted abstracts can either be considered as contributed talks or posters. All accepted abstracts will be published online and will be citable via Digital Object Identifiers (DOI). Further information can be found here: https://bernstein-network.de/bernstein-conference/abstract-submission/ ____ TRAVEL GRANTS To support the participation of young researchers at the Bernstein Conference, the Bernstein Network offers up to 10 Travel Grants, each endowed with 500 €. Further information can be found here: https://bernstein-network.de/bernstein-conference/early-career-scientists/t… ____ INVITED SPEAKERS Dmitriy Aronov (Columbia University, USA) Alison Barker (Max Planck Institute for Brain Research, Germany) Helen Barron (University of Oxford, UK) Elizabeth Buffalo (University of Washington, USA) Alex Cayco Gajic (Ecole Normale Supérieure, France) Jan Drugowitsch (Harvard University, USA) Jakob Macke (University of Tübingen, Germany) Tirin Moore (Stanford University, USA) Mala Murthy (Princeton University, USA) Memming Park (Champalimaud Foundation, Portugal) Xiao-Jing Wang (New York University, USA) ____ CONFERENCE COMMITTEE Matthias Kaschube (Conference Chair) Srdjan Ostojic (Program Chair) Tatiana Engel (Program Vice Chair) Maria Eckstein (Workshop Chair) Wiktor Młynarski (Workshop Vice Chair) & Athena Akrami, Mehrdad Jazayeri, Jennifer Li, Scott Linderman, Ashok Litwin-Kumar, Ida Momennejad, Christina Savin, Andrew Saxe, Daniela Vallentin, Friedemann Zenke. ____ For any further questions, please contact: bernstein.conference(a)fz-juelich.de<mailto:bernstein.conference@fz-juelich.de> ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 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. Astrid Lambrecht (Vorsitzende), Karsten Beneke (stellv. Vorsitzender), Dr. Ir. Pieter Jansens ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Postdoc with human EMG experience
by Harel, Noam 17 Apr '24

17 Apr '24

We are looking for a new postdoc with some experience with human surface EMG, neuromodulation, and motor function. Our lab in New York City focuses on improving lives for people with spinal cord injury and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Please check our website: https://labs.icahn.mssm.edu/harellab/ Expected starting salary $75-80k. Also, please be on the lookout for potentials when you attend upcoming meetings, and feel free to forward this email to other labs/people. Thanks, Noam Harel Noam Y. Harel, MD, PhD Staff Physician James J. Peters VA Medical Center Associate Professor Departments of Neurology and Rehabilitation & Human Performance Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai 718-584-9000 x1742 718-741-4675 (fax) Pronouns: he, him, his https://labs.icahn.mssm.edu/harellab/

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FLUX workshop -- deadline extended
by Qiaoyu Chen 17 Apr '24

17 Apr '24

Toolkit in Using the FLUX Pipeline for MEG Research Join us for an immersive learning experience using the FLUX pipeline for MEG data analysis Toolkit at the Centre for Human Brain Health at the University of Birmingham from 11th -14th June 2024. The FLUX pipeline<https://www.neuosc.com/single-project>, is an approach for analysing Magnetoencephalography (MEG) data using state-of-of-the art approaches and standards. Whether you are a newcomer to research using MEG or a healthcare professional integrating MEG into clinical practice, this course is designed to elevate your skills and advance your research capabilities. · Gain practical skills: Learn to streamline data preprocessing, event-related field spectral analysis, source modelling, multi-variate pattern analysis and reporting using the FLUX pipeline. This pipeline is based on the widely used MNE-Python toolbox. · Enhance research practices: Learn the embraces practices for data curation (BIDS), reproducible research, open science, and standardized reporting empowering you to publish reliable and transparent findings. · Cognitive Neuroscience and Clinical research: Learn how the FLUX pipeline is used in our MEG research projects. · Engage in interactive learning: Connect with world-leading experts and fellow attendees in discussions, exercises, and networking opportunities, fostering valuable collaborations and knowledge exchange. Application (pre-registration) deadline: 20th April 2024, 11:59 pm (GMT) Join us at the Centre for Human Brain Health for the FLUX toolkit course<https://www.neuosc.com/flux-toolkit>! For pre-registration, please visit https://www.neuosc.com/pre-registration. Contact us at q.chen.5(a)bham.ac.uk<mailto:q.chen.5@bham.ac.uk> for further details. Best regards, the Organizing Committee

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Postdoctoral and graduate student opportunities - Resilience and diversity of complex biological networks - Lefebvre lab at uOttawa
by J?r?mie Lefebvre 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

Postdoctoral and graduate student opportunities - Resilience and diversity of complex biological networks - University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada Application Deadline: May 1st 2024 The Lefebvre<https://www.uottawa.ca/faculty-science/professors/jeremie-lefebvre> and Kharouba<https://www.uottawa.ca/faculty-science/professors/heather-kharouba> labs are seeking candidates to fill ONE Postdoctoral and ONE PhD (Theoretical Biology, Physics) fully funded positions to explore how resilience and heterogeneity influences the dynamics of complex biological networks. These interdisciplinary projects will combine mathematical (e.g., dynamical systems, spectral theory), computational (e.g., data-informed simulations) approaches used in neuroscience and other complex systems fields to study how diversity contributes to the stability and resilience of brain function(s). The overall objective of the projects is to better understand the role played by heterogeneity in the genesis of critical events (e.g., seizures) and identify potential intervention strategies. The successful candidate will join the Lefebvre and Kharouba labs in the Departments of Biology and Physics at the University of Ottawa, as well as an extensive network of existing experimental and clinical collaborations with both internal and external groups. The research will be conducted in the uOttawa Bioscience Complex, a teaching and research hub hosting dozens of state-of-the-art experimental and computational interdisciplinary research facilities in downtown Ottawa, Canada. Successful candidates will be immersed in a highly interdisciplinary environment, with access to many additional training and networking activities, and be associated with Centre for Neural Dynamics, the Ottawa-Carleton Institute of Biology, the uOttawa Brain and Mind Institute as well as the Krembil Brain Institute. Details Postdoctoral position: as early as July 1st 2024 PhD position: September 1st 2024. Position Description: Trainees will be expected to work in-person for most of the position. Trainees will be expected to participate in the lab's scholarly activities (i.e., workshops, meetings), and to support other lab member's work whenever applicable. We expect from applicants to demonstrate the ability to work respectfully with others in teams to carry out project goals and contribute to an inclusive lab environment. Additional details of the projects will be provided during the interview process. Please don't hesitate to reach out at Jeremie.Lefebvre [at] uottawa.ca for any questions. Requirements The ideal candidates are expected to possess strong mathematical, computing, writing and presentation skills, and express a vivid interest in computational neuroscience, applied mathematics, computational biology and biophysics. Applicants must meet the required qualifications for admission to graduate/postgraduate studies at the University of Ottawa, and comply to international regulations regarding traveling, studying and working in Canada whenever applicable. Successful candidates must be eligible to work in Ontario as of July 1st 2024 (or at a mutually agreed date) Funding Postdoctoral position: This position is fully funded for 2 years (July. 2024 - June. 2026, or mutually agreed date) with a stipend of $48,000 CAD per year plus benefits. PhD position: This position is fully funded for 4 years (Sept. 2024 - Aug. 2028) with a stipend of $30,000 CAD per year, including teaching assistantship duties. The successful candidate will be eligible to apply for Teaching Assistant (TA) positions and/or other scholarships, such as entrance scholarships. Accommodations and Accessibility: Should you require a copy of this posting in an alternate format, please contact us as soon as possible and we would be happy to get one to you in a timely manner. We believe in the importance of supporting on the-job success for the incumbent and are pleased to discuss and/or provide specific tools, resources, or other requirements for day-to-day work requirements, as needed. How to Apply :Interested candidates are invited to submit their application by May 1st 2024 to Jeremie.Lefebvre[at]uottawa.ca, using the subject "Resilience position". In your dossier, please include: 1. A cover letter stating your interest and explaining why you are a good candidate for this position, and specify clearly which position (Postdoc, PhD) you are applying for 2. up to date CV including a list of publication, if applicable 3. Contact information for 2 references Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Jeremie Lefebvre

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NEST Conference 2024 - Extension of abstract submission deadline
by Hans Ekkehard Plesser 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

Dear all, The abstract submission deadline for the NEST Conference 2024 has been extended to 30 April. We are looking forward to your contributions! The NEST Conference provides an opportunity for the NEST Community to meet, exchange success stories, swap advice, learn about current developments in and around NEST spiking network simulation and its application. This year's conference will again take place as a virtual conference on Monday/Tuesday 17/18 June 2024. We are inviting contributions to the conference, including talks, "posters" and workshops on specific topics. For more information on how to submit your contribution, register and participate, please visit the conference website https://nest-simulator.org/conference Important dates 26 April 2024 - Deadline for NEST Initiative membership applications eligible for fee reduction 30 April 2024 - Extended deadline for submission of contributions 08 May 2024 - Notification of acceptance 07 June 2024 - Registration deadline 17 June 2024 - NEST Conference 2024 starts We are looking forward to seeing you all in June! Hans Ekkehard Plesser and the conference organizing committee -- Prof. Dr. Hans Ekkehard Plesser Department of Data Science Faculty of Science and Technology Norwegian University of Life Sciences PO Box 5003, 1432 Aas, Norway Phone +47 6723 1560 Email hans.ekkehard.plesser(a)nmbu.no<mailto:hans.ekkehard.plesser@nmbu.no> Home http://arken.nmbu.no/~plesser

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Phd and Postdoc positions on computational neuroscience in Peking University
by Guozhang Chen 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

In school of computer science, Peking University, we are inviting applications for a few PhD and PostDoc positions focusing on the exciting intersection of neuroscience and artificial intelligence. The selected candidate will collaborate with our team to reverse-engineer the brain (cortical and subcortical structures) in multi-scale, data-based models, exploring its working mechanisms, dynamics, and learning capabilities with respect to generalization. Please refer ifgovh.github.io for more details. This research will build upon foundational work such as: - Chen, Guozhang, Franz Scherr, and Wolfgang Maass. "[Data-based large-scale models provide a window into the organization of cortical computations](https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2023.04.28.538662v3.a…." bioRxiv (2023): 2023-04. - Chen, Guozhang, Franz Scherr, and Wolfgang Maass. "[A data-based large-scale model for primary visual cortex enables brain-like robust and versatile visual processing](https://www.science.org/doi/full/10.1126/sciadv.abq7592)." Science Advances 8.44 (2022): eabq7592. - Chen, Guozhang, and Pulin Gong. "[A spatiotemporal mechanism of visual attention: Superdiffusive motion and theta oscillations of neural population activity patterns.](https://www.science.org/doi/full/10.1126/sciadv.abl4995)" Science Advances 8.16 (2022): eabl4995. - Chen, Guozhang, and Pulin Gong. "[Computing by modulating spontaneous cortical activity patterns as a mechanism of active visual processing.](https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-019-12918-8)" Nature communications 10.1 (2019): 4915. In addition, depending on the interest, candidates will engage in the development of brain-inspired architectures and algorithms for AI, as well as for highly energy-efficient neuromorphic hardware. ## Qualifications - A strong motivation for understanding "how the brain works". - A strong background in computer science, computational neuroscience, physics, robotics, or related fields. - Proficient skills in mathematics/theory and programming. - An excellent academic record, demonstrated research potential. - Intermediate to advanced English reading, communicating and writing skills. ## How to Apply Interested candidates should submit the following: - A detailed CV. - A brief personal statement (explaining your movtivation and plan). - Academic transcripts. - Names of referees. - Links to thesis, publications, and any other relevant documents. Please send your application with a tile "phd position application" or "postdoc position application" to: guozhang.chen [at] pku.edu.cn -- Regards, Guozhang

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Postdoc/Junior researcher positions in Computational Neuroscience within the BRADY project
by Jaroslav Hlinka 15 Apr '24

15 Apr '24

*Postdoc/Junior researcher positions in Computational Neuroscience within the BRADY project* Several postdoctoral positions are available in the *Complex Networks and Brain Dynamics group (COBRA) at the Institute of Computer Science, Prague (Czech Republic)*. These positions are part of a larger, interdisciplinary consortium that was recently recommended for funding (OPJAK BRADY). The project topics include: *Topic 1*: Detailed biophysical modelling of neurotransmitter action (supervised by Pavel Sanda). *Topic 2*: Computationally efficient mean-field models of cortical microcircuits (supervised by Helmut Schmidt). *Topic 3*: Whole-brain dynamics with applications particularly to schizophrenia and Parkinson's disease (supervised by Gustavo Deco). *Topic 4*: Data-driven model inversion and personalized parameter identification (supervised by Nikola Jajcay). *Topic 5*: Modelling interventions into arousal dynamics (supervised by Jaroslav Hlinka). Other related topics may be considered based on their fit to the overall project. Further information can be found here: https://cobra.cs.cas.cz/brady. 1. Conditions * Positions are available immediately. * Contract is for 12-36 months duration. * Possibility of extension until end of project (30.6.2028), support for transition to tenure-track or external funding applications. * Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, until the positions are filled. * This is a full-time fixed term contract appointment. Part time contract negotiable. * Competitive monthly gross salary: 50 000 - 66 000 CZK based on qualifications and experience (net salary approx. 40 000 - 52 000 CZK). _Cost Of Living Comparison <http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/comparison.jsp>_ * Bonuses and travel funding for conferences and research stays depending on performance. * No teaching duties. * Applicants should: 1. Hold a PhD; up to 7 years from PhD defense at the start of employment. 2. Have a strong background in the fields related to computational neuroscience - mathematical, statistical skills, experience with data analysis, machine learning, computer programming (the exact combination depends on the particular topic, see above). 3. Be fluent in English. * *We seek curious, self-motivated, hard-working, team-spirited researchers.* * *Prior experience with time series and network analysis is advantageous, but not required. * * The applications are to be sent to bradyadmin(a)cs.cas.cz <mailto:bradyadmin@cs.cas.cz>and should contain: 1. Curriculum Vitae. 2. Two letters of recommendation. The referees should send their recommendations directly to bradyadmin(a)cs.cas.cz. 3. A proof of the obtained degree. 4. Mention the *Ref. No. 2024/4*. *Do not hesitate to contact the project Scientific Coordinator for informal inquiries: Ing. Mgr. Jaroslav Hlinka, Ph.D. hlinka[at]cs.cas.cz, http://www.cs.cas.cz/hlinka/. * -- Jaroslav Hlinka Head of the Department of Complex Systems Institute of Computer Science Czech Academy of Sciences Pod Vodarenskou vezi 2 Prague 8, 182 00, Czech Republic Tel: (+420) 26605 3808 E-mail: hlinka(a)cs.cas.cz Web: http://www.cs.cas.cz/hlinka/ Complex Networks and Brain Dynamics Group (COBRA): http://cobra.cs.cas.cz

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