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1st EBRAINS National Node Germany Workshop ***26.09.2023 in Berlin, Germany***
by Frings, Maren Sept. 14, 2023

Sept. 14, 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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[jobs] 3.5-year PhD Scholarship in Human-like performance in neuromorphic robots
by Di Nuovo, Alessandro Sept. 14, 2023

Sept. 14, 2023

All applications must be submitted using the online application form<https://www.findaphd.com/common/clickCount.aspx?theid=160616&type=184&DID=6…>. To apply, click here<https://www.findaphd.com/common/clickCount.aspx?theid=160616&type=184&DID=6…> For information on how to apply please visit https://www.shu.ac.uk/research/degrees<https://www.findaphd.com/common/clickCount.aspx?theid=160616&type=184&DID=6…> About the Project This scholarship is to support the Horizon Europe project PRIMI: Performance in Human Robot Interaction via Mental Imagery, led by Professor Alessandro Di Nuovo (scientific coordinator). The project aims to create the next-gen humanoid robots with efficient computation, high cognition, and autonomy, by synergistically combining interdisciplinary research development in neurophysiology, psychology, machine intelligence, cognitive mechatronics, neuromorphic engineering, and humanoid robotics. The PRIMI project seeks to create more capable interactive robots with advanced abilities, able to provide innovative and personalised services. Prototypes will be used in stroke rehabilitation studies. You will join the Smart Interactive Technologies (SIT) research laboratory; a vibrant interdisciplinary group, led by Prof. Alessandro Di Nuovo, that conducts world-leading research on Artificial Intelligence and Robotics. The group is currently running several research projects worth over £2.5 million funding from the European Commission and UKRI. This PhD project will focus on machine intelligence techniques and neuromorphic computing technologies to create active inference models for interactive learning in robots with human-like performance. Background Humans can learn faster with less data by reducing surprise or uncertainty by making predictions based on internal models. Indeed, neurophysiology and developmental psychology increasingly highlight the embodied nature of intelligence, which is shaped the experiences acquired through the body, such as manipulatives, gestures, and movements. To overcome the current limitations, the research methodology will adopt the developmental neuromorphic approach with cognitive agents that are embodied in humanoid robotic platforms. Developmental robotics fundamentally differs from traditional machine learning as it targets task-independent self-determined learning via interaction with the environment rather than task-specific inference over selected, human-edited sensory data. It also differs from traditional cognitive robotics because it focuses on the processes that allow the formation of cognitive capabilities rather than these capabilities themselves. Neuromorphic computing investigates large-scale processing systems that support natural neuronal computations through spike-driven communication to imitate the efficient neuro-synaptic framework of the physical brain. Compared to traditional approaches, key advantages of neuromorphic computing are energy efficiency, execution speed and robustness against local failures. Eligibility Candidates should have (or expect to obtain before the start of the PhD) a minimum of an upper second-class honours degree (2.1) or equivalent in Computer Science, Neuroscience, or a closely related subject. To be eligible for a waiver of the international fees, candidates should have a strong Master's degree and/or scientific publications on the subject of the research project. For further details on entry requirements, please click here<https://www.findaphd.com/common/clickCount.aspx?theid=160616&type=184&DID=6…> How to apply All applications must be submitted using the online application form<https://www.findaphd.com/common/clickCount.aspx?theid=160616&type=184&DID=6…>. To apply, click here<https://www.findaphd.com/common/clickCount.aspx?theid=160616&type=184&DID=6…>. We strongly recommend you contact the lead academic, Prof. Alessandro Di Nuovo, a.dinuovo(a)shu.ac.uk<javascript:void(0)>, to discuss your application. Start date for studentship: February 2024 Interviews are scheduled for: TBC

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looking for a postdoc on modeling / optimization of brain stimulation
by Dana Brooks Sept. 14, 2023

Sept. 14, 2023

Postdoctoral Research Fellow at UMass Boston A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the Brain Stimulation & Simulation Lab <https://www1.coe.neu.edu/%7Erampersad/index.html>, directed by Dr. Sumientra Rampersad, in the Department of Physics at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Our lab focuses on investigating electromagnetic brain stimulation through computational methods and experiments with healthy volunteers. This position is funded by a newly awarded 5-year NIH R01 <https://reporter.nih.gov/project-details/10719222> grant with the goal to investigate a novel form of brain stimulation called transcranial temporal interference stimulation (TIS) and to optimize and translate it into an effective and efficient neuromodulation method for academic research and clinical practice. The fellow will develop novel optimization methods for high-density TIS and supervise a PhD student who will conduct simulations and optimizations using finite element modeling. The goal is to provide noninvasive and spatially specific treatment options to patients with brain disorders resistant to existing approaches. You will join a multidisciplinary team with expertise in computational modeling and optimization, human and primate electrophysiology, cellular and systems neuroscience, and biomedical engineering. You will also have the opportunity to work on other cutting-edge projects involving several brain stimulation methods including tCS, TMS, ECoG, sEEG and TTF (see lab website <https://www1.coe.neu.edu/%7Erampersad/index.html> for examples). Our collaborators at Northeastern University, the University of Utah, Harvard University, MGH, and the University of Washington, provide us access to specialized software and unique clinical data. The fellow will be mentored by Dr. Rampersad (UMass Boston) and Dr. Dana Brooks (Northeastern). This is an outstanding career development opportunity to work with leaders in the field of brain stimulation with an exceptional record of collaboration and mentoring. Required qualifications include a PhD in physics, math, electrical, biomedical engineering, or equivalent, expertise in either brain stimulation modeling or computational optimization methods (preferred both), a track record of conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications, strong verbal and written communication skills, and proficiency in Matlab or Python. This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of extension provided satisfactory progress is made. To apply, send a cover letter and CV to Dr. Rampersad (sumientra.rampersad(a)umb.edu) with the subject “TIS postdoc”. Please describe in detail your experience with optimization, brain stimulation, FEM, coding, project management, and mentoring students.

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Faculty postion at Harvard bridging computational neuroscience and AI
by Blum, Kenneth I. Sept. 13, 2023

Sept. 13, 2023

The Center for Brain Science (CBS) and Kempner Institute for the Study of Natural and Artificial Intelligence at Harvard University seek a tenure-track faculty member working across the fields of computational neuroscience and a machine learning approach to AI. Please forward this information to any interested candidates. Applications should be submitted to this site: https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/12751. ***** HARVARD UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR BRAIN SCIENCE and KEMPNER INSTITUTE FACULTY POSITION The Center for Brain Science (CBS) and Kempner Institute for the Study of Natural and Artificial Intelligence at Harvard University seek a tenure-track faculty member to lead an innovative research program working across the fields of Computational Neuroscience and Machine Learning to discover how brain computation can benefit artificial systems and how principles of computation and learning in artificial systems can be used to understand the brain. Current faculty use a variety of approaches to learn how brains compute and govern cognition and behavior. The successful candidate will be appointed an Institute Investigator within the Kempner Institute and will hold an academic appointment in an appropriate department in the life or physical sciences in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University. A full list of potential departments can be found here: science.fas.harvard.edu/pages/about<https://science.fas.harvard.edu/pages/about>. CBS (cbs.fas.harvard.edu<https://cbs.fas.harvard.edu/>) fosters interactions across disciplinary boundaries—faculty from several academic departments have neighboring labs and share common research facilities and meeting space; its connections also reach out across the University. The Kempner Institute (harvard.edu/kempner-institute<https://www.harvard.edu/kempner-institute/>) is building a community of scholars, who work across boundaries and fields to advance our understanding of intelligence, broadly speaking. Investigators will join a dynamic community of researchers to study intelligence from biological, cognitive, engineering, and computational perspectives. A doctoral degree in the life and physical sciences, or a related discipline is required by the time the appointment begins. Candidates should have demonstrated excellence in both research and teaching. A strong doctoral record is required and postdoctoral experience preferred. Teaching will include offerings at both undergraduate and graduate levels. To apply, please use this link to submit a cover letter; curriculum vitae; three-page research statement; statement of teaching and advising philosophy; statement describing efforts to encourage diversity, inclusion, and belonging, including past, current, and anticipated future contributions in these areas; and up to three publications: https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/12751. Please also submit contact information, including email addresses, for 3-5 people who will be asked by a system-generated email to upload a letter of recommendation once the candidate’s application has been submitted. Three letters of recommendation are required, and the application is considered complete only when at least three letters have been received. At least one letter must come from someone who has not served as the candidate’s undergraduate, graduate, or postdoctoral advisor. We will begin considering applications as they are received, but all materials, including letters of reference, should be submitted by October 15, 2023. Note that there are three additional faculty searches ongoing currently with the Kempner Institute at Harvard University. One is in partnership with Psychology, another with Computer Science, and a third with Applied Mathematics. If applying to more than one, please read the search criteria carefully. The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines. We strongly welcome applications from persons from underrepresented groups. Harvard University is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, military service, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or other protected status.

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Open faculty position in "cognition" at the University of Rochester
by Jacobs, Robert Sept. 13, 2023

Sept. 13, 2023

See the job ad below for an open faculty position in "cognition" at the University of Rochester. People interested in computational modeling are strongly encouraged to apply. Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Human or Animal Cognition The University of Rochester’s Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences seeks to hire an outstanding early-career candidate in the area of Animal or Human Cognition. Appointment will be at the tenure-track Assistant Professor level. We particularly welcome applications from candidates researching cognition through non-invasive behavioral, computational or neuroimaging methods. Animal researchers may be either field or laboratory based. Areas of study may center on any aspect of cognition, with an emphasis on higher-level cognitive processes such as decision-making, learning and memory, concepts, communication and language, reasoning, metacognition, and collective cognition. Successful candidates will develop a research program that establishes novel collaborations within the department and across the university, and will also be part of a university–wide community engaged in graduate and undergraduate education. The University of Rochester is a distinguished research university, and the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences is a dynamic department with interests in the study of perception, motor control, learning, cognition, language, and development through combined neurobiological, computational, and behavioral research (http://www.bcs.rochester.edu/<http://www.bcs.rochester.edu/index.html>). It offers outstanding opportunities for developing a research program, highly ranked doctoral programs, a vibrant undergraduate major, and a collaborative environment. There is excellent collaboration among faculty across areas, and close ties to other groups in the University, particularly the Center for Visual Science, Neuroscience, Psychology, Education, Psychiatry, the Center for Language Sciences, Computer Science, Data Science, the Eastman School of Music, and Biology. The city of Rochester, NY is a diverse, energetic, and family-friendly community located on Lake Ontario adjacent to the Finger Lakes region with a metropolitan population of 1+ million. Rochester also boasts a thriving arts and music culture, substantial employment opportunities in various sectors, affordable housing, a rich history of social justice, and easy access to urban, suburban, and rural neighborhoods. Candidates should hold a PhD degree (or equivalent) in cognitive science, comparative cognition, psychology, neuroscience, or another relevant domain, and should have considerable research experience. Applicants should submit a CV, a statement of research and teaching interests, a statement of commitment to advancing equity and fostering an inclusive and diverse community, including past work and future goals, and contact information of three referees via the following website: https://www.rochester.edu/faculty-recruiting/positions/show/16192 . Questions concerning this position can be addressed to Prof. Dora Biro (dbiro(a)ur.rochester.edu<mailto:dbiro@ur.rochester.edu>), chair of the search committee, or Prof, Duje Tadin (dtadin(a)ur.rochester.edu<mailto:dtadin@ur.rochester.edu>), chair of the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences. Review of applications will begin on November 6, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. The University of Rochester is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, and actively encourages applications from candidates from groups underrepresented in higher education. Salary: $105,000 – $110,000 (9 month salary) The referenced pay range represents the full base range of pay for this job. Individual salaries will be determined within the job’s salary range and established based on market data, experience and expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations. EOE / Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled

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2 x Postdoctoral research fellowships Horizon Europe project PRIMI
by Di Nuovo, Alessandro Sept. 13, 2023

Sept. 13, 2023

Sheffield Hallam University is advertising two positions to work on the Horizon Europe project PRIMI: Performance in Human Robot Interaction via Mental Imagery<https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101120727>, led by Professor Alessandro Di Nuovo (scientific coordinator). The project aims to create the next-gen humanoid robots with efficient computation, high cognition and autonomy, by synergistically combining interdisciplinary research development in neurophysiology, psychology, machine intelligence, cognitive mechatronics, neuromorphic engineering, and humanoid robotics. The PRIMI project seeks to create more capable interactive robots with advanced abilities, able to provide innovative and personalised services. Prototypes will be used in stroke rehabilitation studies. SHU unit will focus on machine intelligence techniques and neuromorphic computing technologies to create active inference models for interactive learning in robots with human-like performance. You will also join the Smart Interactive Technologies (SIT) research laboratory; a vibrant interdisciplinary group, led by Prof. Alessandro Di Nuovo, that conducts world-leading research on Artificial Intelligence and Robotics. The group is currently running several research projects worth over £2.5 million funding from the European Commission and UKRI. As a Senior Research Fellow, https://bit.ly/SnrResFellMachIntell, you are expected to work alongside the scientific coordinator of the PRIMI project, Prof. Di Nuovo, and support him in the high-level management of the project activities. It will also be your responsibility to carry out independent research as required by the project and provide leadership and support to the other staff, along with the supervision of a PhD student's research on the topics of the PRIMI project. It will be your responsibility to guarantee the delivery of research objectives, including the day-to-day management and implementation of the research tasks, e.g. design and carry-out neuro-robotic experiments, assist with data collection and perform both quantitative and qualitative analysis, develop and maintain open-source software, prepare high-quality scientific outputs, and present and organise at international events. As a Research Fellow https://bit.ly/ResFellNeuroRobot, you will carry out independent research as required by the project, provide leadership, and support the supervision of a PhD student researching on the topics of the PRIMI project. Under the mentorship of Prof. Di Nuovo, the research fellow will guarantee the delivery of the research objectives, including the day-to-day management and implementation of the research tasks, e.g. design and carry out neuro-robotic experiments, assist with data collection and perform both quantitative and qualitative analysis, develop and maintain open-source software, prepare high-quality scientific outputs, present and organise at international events. Please read the job information pack in the links above, which includes the full job description and person specification, available on our website for more details: https://www.shu.ac.uk/jobs/apply-for-jobs Alessandro Di Nuovo, PhD Professor of Machine Intelligence Leader of Technological and Digital Innovations, Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre College of Business, Technology and Engineering Sheffield Hallam University, United Kingdom Email: a.dinuovo(a)shu.ac.uk<mailto:a.dinuovo@shu.ac.uk>

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2 year Post Doc position @University of Padova - LIPh group - Dr. Michele Allegra
by Samir Suweis Sept. 13, 2023

Sept. 13, 2023

We are looking for a strongly motivated young scholar for a two-year Post-doctoral position at the Physics Department, University of Padova within the LIPh Lab https://www.liphlab.com/. The post-doc will work with Dr. Michele Allegra, but also in close contact with Prof. Dal Maschio’s Lab (Department of Biomedical Sciences, Unipd) and in collaboration with Dr. Pietro Rotondo (Department of Mathematical, Physical and Information Sciences, University of Parma). The post-doc will combine data analysis and modeling to investigate low-dimensional manifolds in neural activity, comparing real data from zebrafish and computational models based on artificial neural networks (a more detailed description of the project is provided below). The position will be fully funded by the National Interest Research Project (PRIN) “Unveiling the role of low dimensional activity manifolds in biological and artificial neural networks”, which also includes funding for traveling. Candidates should have a PhD in Physics, Computational Neuroscience or a related subject. Advanced computational skills (including solid experience with Matlab or Python programming) and data analysis experience are mandatory. Previous experience with neural data is highly welcome. Starting date: as soon as possible. For further info: Michele Allegra <michele.allegra(a)unipd.it> ***************** Samir Suweis www.liphlab.com Tel: +39 049 827 71 74

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post-doc position offer on computational analysis of neuroimaging data
by GILSON Matthieu Sept. 13, 2023

Sept. 13, 2023

URL REFERENCE: https://matthieugilson.eu/positions/Post-Doc_neuroimaging_biomarkers.html JOB TITLE Post-doctorate position to study diagnosis of multimodal neuroimaging data for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis RESEARCH FIELDS Data Science, Neuroimaging, Neurology, Computational Neuroscience PROJECT DESCRIPTION The project aims to develop and test prediction tools for clinical diagnosis from neuroimaging data, with pipelines covering data preprocessing and machine-learning representational techniques. The focus is on amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a rare neurodegenerative disease for which no efficient treatment exists. A particular goal is to test the possibility of stratifying ALS patients in subtypes with slow versus fast disease progression. It is based on a dataset of 30 ALS patients and matched controls, acquired on 7T and 3T magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners, which is currently being extended. Specifically, this dataset involves advanced MRI techniques that are promising for neurodegenerative diseases: quantitative and sodium MRI modalities, in addition to usual structural and functional MRI. We thus plan to build a multimodal prediction pipeline such as to test the combination of distinct types of MRI data (graph/network fusion) for clinical prediction. It also includes an international collaboration and aims to compare ALS datasets acquired in different centers. The position lies at the intersection between clinical research in a hospital and a neuroscience laboratory, aiming to bridge the different research cultures from both sides. We provide an interdisciplinary environment with a team of experts in the following fields: • computational neuroscience with Matthieu Gilson (https://matthieugilson.eu) and Xenia Kobeleva (https://xenia-kobeleva.com/) • MRI techniques with Wafaa Zaaraoui (https://crmbm.univ-amu.fr/contact/zaaraoui-wafaa) • neurology with Aude-Marie Grapperon (https://loop.frontiersin.org/people/593696) and again Xenia Kobeleva. JOB OFFER The position consists of 2 contracts for a total duration of 18 months (full time, 35 hours / week), because of combining two sources of funding. The monthly net salary is between 2000 to 2500 euros depending on previous working experience. The work place is at the Institut de Neurosciences de la Timone (INT, https://int.univ-amu.fr) and Center for Magnetic Resonance in Biology and Medicine (CRMBM, https://crmbm.univ-amu.fr) both part of Aix-Marseille University (France). Start date: October 2023 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS We are looking for a candidate that can demonstrate sufficient experience at the PhD level and knowledge in data analysis for neuroscientific data for reaching the project objectives. We seek profiles with solid programming skills in Python (or an equivalent language) combined with a background in the field of neurology. Experience in clinical neuroimaging, markers for neuropathologies and/or computational neuroscience will be favored. Additionally, experience with working in a interdisciplinary team and interest for open science are desired. Women are strongly encouraged to apply. The candidates will also be evaluated on their motivation, with respect to all steps of the process from data acquisition to analysis and scientific communication. CONTACT AND REQUESTED DOCUMENTS Please send a curriculum vitae summarizing your academic and professional trajectory, as well as a motivation letter, to: matthieu.gilson(a)univ-amu.fr -- Matthieu Gilson Chaire de Professeur Junior Aix-Marseille Université Institut de Neurosciences de la Timone https://matthieugilson.eu

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*** SAVE THE DATES *** From Animals to Animats 17: The 17th International Conference on Simulation of Adaptive Behavior (SAB 2024) at UC Irvine
by Jeffrey L Krichmar Sept. 12, 2023

Sept. 12, 2023

*** SAVE THE DATES *** From Animals to Animats 17: The 17th International Conference on Simulation of Adaptive Behavior (SAB 2024) When: September 9-12, 2024 Where: The University of California, Irvine, Irvine CA, USA Website: https://sites.uci.edu/sab2024/ The Simulation of Adaptive Behavior (SAB) interdisciplinary conference brings together researchers in artificial intelligence, artificial life, computer science, cybernetics, ethology, evolutionary biology, neuroscience, robotics, and many other fields, to further our understanding of the behaviors and underlying mechanisms that allow natural animals and artificial agents to adapt and survive in complex, dynamic and uncertain environments. Animats denote the connection between animals and synthetic agents. The conference focuses on models and experiments designed to help characterize and compare various organizational principles and architectures underlying adaptive behavior in real animals and in animats. SAB 2024 solicits contributions dealing with any aspect of adaptive behavior. We especially invite submissions from researchers who connect biology and natural behavior to synthetic agents. Conference papers are peer-reviewed and accepted papers will be published in “From Animals to Animats 17. SAB 2024.” Lecture Notes in Computer Science, Springer. Typical, but not exclusive, topics of interest are: - Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Life, and Computational neuroscience o Action selection, behavioral sequencing o Communication and language o Emotion and motivation o Internal models and representations o Reinforcement learning o Sensory-motor coordination, motor control o Software agents and virtual creatures - Philosophical Issues o Consciousness o Ethics o Mind/Body problem - Robotics o Autonomous robotics o Bio-inspired and hybrid robotics o Cognitive robotics o Developmental robotics o Humanoid robotics o Navigation and mapping o Neurorobotics - Self-Organizing Systems o Body and brain co-evolution o Collective and social behavior o Dynamical systems approaches o Evolutionary and co-evolutionary approaches o Self-assembling and self-replication IMPORTANT DATES (tentative): Paper submission deadline: April 1, 2024 Workshop and Tutorial proposals submission deadline: April 15, 2024 Notice of acceptance: June 30, 2024 Camera-ready papers: July 15, 2024 Conference dates: • Workshops and Tutorials: September 9, 2024 • Main Conference: September 10-12, 2024 ABOUT THE SAB CONFERENCE: SAB started in 1990 (Paris, 24-28 September 1990). After years of great success, SAB has given birth to numerous other conferences (on genetics algorithms, reinforcement learning, swarm intelligence, bio-inspired systems, developmental robotics, etc.). In the forthcoming 17th edition, we want to both celebrate this prior success and expand into trending research areas. Since SAB is held every two years, we want to strengthen the conference as a place to discuss the new trends in all relevant areas from the people bringing breakthrough ideas and results. SAB will continue to have a single-track format, to propose self-critical, thought-provoking, and nurturing discussions among specialists in each area as well as with specialists in other areas, so that the conference will both present the state of the art and inspire new ideas at the cutting edge of science. As steps in this direction, this year we will have a broad range of invited speakers to discuss both, longstanding topics in SAB, and the new trends in (and the future of) the Simulation of Adaptive Behavior. The conference will be held at the CalIT2 Auditorium on the UC Irvine Campus (https://www.calit2.uci.edu) We look forward to welcoming you at SAB 2024! SAB Organizing Committee ----------- Jeff Krichmar Department of Cognitive Sciences 2328 Social & Behavioral Sciences Gateway University of California, Irvine Irvine, CA 92697-5100 jkrichma(a)uci.edu http://www.socsci.uci.edu/~jkrichma

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Autumn School in Comp Neuro/Neurotech/NeuroAI
by O'Donnell, Cian Sept. 11, 2023

Sept. 11, 2023

Final notice for online applications for our 3rd annual Autumn School in Computational Neuroscience, Neurotechnology and Neuro-inspired AI (ISRC-CN3), hosted at the Intelligent Systems Research Centre (ISRC) at Ulster University, Northern Ireland (in-person attendance slots are now full). The School runs from 25-31st October 2023. Topics and lecturers: * Introductory neuroscience / Elaine Murray, Ulster University * Mathematics for neuroscience / Rachel Nicks, University of Nottingham * Computational modelling of plasticity and learning in brains / Cian O’Donnell, Ulster University * Computational modelling of neuronal and glial interactions / Liam McDaid, Ulster University * Modelling the dynamics of decision-making / KongFatt Wong-Lin, Ulster University * Investigating time series neural data: Common signal processing practices / Saugat Bhattacharyya, Ulster University * Fundamentals of functional and effective connectivity / Maria Dauvermann, University of Birmingham * Non-invasive brain-computer interfaces: Enhancing applicability using computational intelligence and technological advances / Girijesh Prasad, Ulster University * Decoding mental imagery from electroencephalography (EEG) and applications of AI-enabled wearable neurotechnology for communication and rehabilitation / Damien Coyle, University of Bath & Ulster University * Brain-inspired spiking neural network models for life-long and explainable learning / Nikola Kasabov, Auckland University of Technology & Ulster University * Introduction to Lifelong Learning / Shirin Dora, Loughborough University * Foundations of Large Language Models / Muskaan Singh, Ulster University * Neuromorphic Engineering / Jim Harkin, Ulster University * Ethical and regulatory issues in Neuroscience There will also be daily computer lab sessions and group projects. The school is primarily targeted at PhD student level but we also welcome applications from MSc students, postdoctoral researchers, academic faculty, and industrial researchers. Registration is made highly affordable: £50 for attendees from high-income countries, £20 for attendees from low- and middle-income countries. For more information and application, please visit the website at: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/faculties/computing-engineering-and-the-built-envi… Deadline for online application is 15th September 2023. Sponsored by generous funding from NeuroCONCISE, IEEE Brain, IEEE Computational Intelligence Society, IEEE EMBS, and g.tec. This email and any attachments are confidential and intended solely for the use of the addressee and may contain information which is covered by legal, professional or other privilege. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager at postmaster(a)ulster.ac.uk and delete this email immediately. Any views or opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of Ulster University. The University's computer systems may be monitored and communications carried out on them may be recorded to secure the effective operation of the system and for other lawful purposes. Ulster University does not guarantee that this email or any attachments are free from viruses or 100% secure. Unless expressly stated in the body of a separate attachment, the text of email is not intended to form a binding contract. Correspondence to and from the University may be subject to requests for disclosure by 3rd parties under relevant legislation. The Ulster University was founded by Royal Charter in 1984 and is registered with company number RC000726 and VAT registered number GB672390524.The primary contact address for Ulster University in Northern Ireland is Cromore Road, Coleraine, Co. Londonderry BT52 1SA

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