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13 MSCA-funded PhD positions in (computational) neuroscience and mental health at UAB/CRM (Barcelona)
by Alexandre Hyafil June 12, 2024

June 12, 2024

13 PhD positions are offered by MSCA-COFUND TOUCH <https://webs.uab.cat/touch/> (Towards the next generation of excellent young doctoral researchers on mental health by developing an intersectoral & transdisciplinary approach) at the UAB campus (Barcelona), including two projects at the Computational Neuroscience Group at the CRM: - Modelling circular inference, from the general population to psychotic experience <https://webs.uab.cat/touch/jobs/modelling-circular-inference-from-the-gener…> - Computational modeling of working memory decline in normal aging <https://webs.uab.cat/touch/jobs/computational-modeling-of-working-memory-de…> For informal inquiries about these projects, please contact Klaus Wimmer ( kwimmer(a)crm.cat) or Alex Hyafil (alexandre.hyafil(a)gmail.com) The salary is highly competitive and for 3 years. Applications are due on *June 30* (see guidelines <https://webs.uab.cat/touch/call/>). Eligible candidates must have resided in Spain for less than 12 months in the last 3 years.

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Two weeks left to apply for Travel Grants for the Bernstein Conference 2024
by Alexander Lammers June 12, 2024

June 12, 2024

To support the participation of early career scientists at the Bernstein Conference, the Bernstein Network offers up to 10 Travel Grants, each endowed with 500 €. Details and application: https://bernstein-network.de/bernstein-conference/early-career-scientists/t… ____ BERNSTEIN CONFERENCE 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. Conference website: https://bernstein-network.de/bernstein-conference/ ____ IMPORTANT DATES * Travel Grant application deadline: Jun 26, 2024 (15:00 CEST) * Poster abstract submission deadline: Jul 10, 2024 (15:00 CEST) * Early registration deadline: Jul 31, 2024 (23:59 CEST) * Late registration deadline: Sep 11, 2024 (23:59 CEST) * Bernstein Conference: Sep 29 – Oct 2, 2024 ____ INVITED SPEAKERS Dmitriy Aronov (Columbia University, USA) 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) Susanne Schreiber (Humboldt Universität zu Berlin, Germany) 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), Prof. Dr. Ir. Pieter Jansens ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN HEALTHCARE (AIiH)
by Jiaxiang ZHANG June 11, 2024

June 11, 2024

[apologies for cross-posting] *INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN HEALTHCARE (AIiH)* 4 - 6 September 2024, Swansea, UK https://aiih.cc (*2nd CALL FOR ABSTRACT*) Submission deadline: Monday 1 July (FIRM) *1. INTRODUCTION * https://aiih.cc/abstracts/ AIiH 2024 welcomes late-breaking short abstract submissions to be included as poster or short spot-light presentation at the conference. This is to both enable fast dissemination of promising preliminary findings and encourage attendance by a broader audience of early career researchers (including research students), healthcare professionals, and industrial practitioners. AIiH 2024 is a single-track conference with oral and poster presentations and will include a conference tutorial on generative DNNs and 5 keynote presentations. The conference will also feature a plenary session, which consists of 3 invited speakers who have extensive experience in related areas. AIiH aims to provide a prominent platform for researchers and practitioners who are devoted to improving healthcare using modern artificial intelligence. We recognise that healthcare applications present complex and sometimes unique challenges across a wide spectrum, from ethics to technical developments, that generic AI methods are often inadequate. By creating this dedicated forum, we encourage discussions and disseminations of efficient and effective AI solutions and technologies for healthcare, and in turn we hope to influence the research, technology adoption, and decision making in healthcare. *2. CONFERENCE TUTORIAL* Title: Deep Generative Neural Networks https://aiih.cc/tutorial-generative-dnn/ Dr. Amir Atapour-Abarghouei University of Durham *3. KEYNOTE SPEAKERS* https://aiih.cc/keynote-speakers/ Prof. Hao Ni University College London Dr. Timothy Rittman Cambridge University Dr. Konstantinos Kamnitsas Oxford University Prof. Jacques Fleuriot Edinburgh University Prof. Eiichiro Tanaka Waseda University, Japan *4. PLENARY SESSION ON TRANSLATING AI RESEARCH INTO PRACTICE* https://aiih.cc/plenary-session/ Dr. Alba Di Pardo IRCCS Istituto Neurologico Mediterraneo Neuromed Dr. Noura Al Moubayed Durham University & Evergreen Life Dr. Haoda Fu Eli Lilly and Company *5. ABSTRACT SUBMISSION* Submission instructions are available at the conference website: https://aiih.cc/abstracts/ IMPORTANT DATES Abstract deadline: Monday 1 July (FIRM) Abstract notification: Monday 8 July (FIRM) Abstract registration: Monday 15 July Late registration: Monday 12 August Main conference: Wednesday 4 – Friday 6 September 2024 *6. ORGANISERS* CONFERENCE GENERAL CHAIRS Xianghua Xie, Swansea University, UK Iain Styles, Queen’s University Belfast, UK PROGRAMME CHAIRS Gibin Powathil, Swansea University, UK Marco Ceccarelli, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Italy SPECIAL SESSION CHAIRS Jiaxiang Zhang, Swansea University, UK Rex Ying, Yale University, USA SPONSORSHIP CHAIRS Daniele Cafolla, Swansea University, UK Raoul van Loon, Swansea University, UK PUBLICITY CHAIRS Lu Zhang, Swansea University, UK Beiyu Lin, University of Nevada, USA PUBLICATION CHAIR Jingjing Deng, Durham University, UK *7. SPONSORS* Gold: - Technis Blu - Infordata Silver: - Amicus Therapeutics Bronze: - Zienkiewicz Institute for Modelling, Data and AI - IET Institution of Engineering and Technology Your Researcher Sponsor: - Elsevier Journal of Theoretical Biology Best Paper Award Sponsor: - Springer *8. CONTACT* contact(a)aiih.cc <contact(a)aiih.cc>

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Reminder: FENS Satellite Symposium on Dynamic Auditory Predictions in Human and Non-human Primates
by Robert Baumgartner June 11, 2024

June 11, 2024

[Apologies for cross-postings] Dear Colleagues, a few places have recently become available to attend and present a poster at our Dynamates Symposium on ‘Dynamic Auditory Predictions in Human and Non-human Primate’. It is organised as a satellite event of this year’s FENS Forum and takes place in Vienna, Austria, on Monday, June 24, 2024, so less than two weeks from now. This symposium brings together experts in the field of cognitive neuroscience, cognitive biology and computational modelling to address key questions in predictive auditory processing with a focus on spatial and temporal auditory perception in volatile environments. It will cover purely behavioural approaches as well as combinations with eyetracking, EEG and other neuroimaging modalities. Invited speakers: - Tecumseh Fitch (University of Vienna, Austria) - Florent Meyniel (Neurospin, CEA Paris-Saclay, France) - John van Opstal (Donders Centre for Neuroscience, Netherlands) - Barbara Shinn-Cunningham (Carnegie Mellon Neuroscience Institute, USA) Registration: - Fill out this form <https://leidenuniv.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_22WteXETC6Ay47A> - First come first serve (max. 60 participants) - Registrants encouraged to submit a poster abstract For further details, visit our symposium webpage: https://www.oeaw.ac.at/isf/dynamates-symposium <https://www.oeaw.ac.at/isf/dynamates-symposium-2024> Best wishes from the organizing committee, Robert Baumgartner Burcu Bayram Roman Fleischmann Julia Grabner David Meijer Ulrich Pomper Michelle Spierings — Robert Baumgartner, PhD (he/him) Head of Auditory Cognitive Neuroscience Acoustics Research Institute Austrian Academy of Sciences Dominikanerbastei 16, 1010 Vienna, Austria +43 1 51581-2527 @RobeBaumgartner

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MNE Python EEG/ERP Data Analysis Course
by elham afshari June 10, 2024

June 10, 2024

Dear Members, Several of my students and professors have found this comprehensive EEG/ERP Data Analysis course <https://www.udemy.com/course/eegerp-analysis-with-python-and-mne-an-introdu…> incredibly useful. It’s perfect for beginners, covering everything from EEG history and recording techniques to advanced analyses with practical Python-MNE exercises. The expert teacher uses everything (from drawing to simple codes) to explain details. Link for Enroll: Introductory Course on EEG/ERP using MNE and Python <https://www.udemy.com/course/eegerp-analysis-with-python-and-mne-an-introdu…> Bests,

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Register now for the Bernstein Conference 2024
by Alexander Lammers June 10, 2024

June 10, 2024

The registration for the Bernstein Conference 2024 is open. Registration website: https://bernstein-network.de/bernstein-conference/registration/ ____ 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. Conference website: https://bernstein-network.de/bernstein-conference/ ____ IMPORTANT DATES * Travel Grant application deadline: Jun 26, 2024 (15:00 CEST) * Poster abstract submission deadline: Jul 10, 2024 (15:00 CEST) * Early registration deadline: Jul 31, 2024 (23:59 CEST) * Late registration deadline: Sep 11, 2024 (23:59 CEST) * Bernstein Conference: Sep 29 – Oct 2, 2024 ____ INVITED SPEAKERS Dmitriy Aronov (Columbia University, USA) 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) Susanne Schreiber (Humboldt Universität zu Berlin, Germany) 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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:::Deadline extension::: EITN Fall School in Computational Neuroscience 2024
by DEPANNEMAECKER Damien June 10, 2024

June 10, 2024

The application deadline has been extended to July 7. Due to technical issues, the email address previously announced is not working, please send your application to: eitnfs2024(a)protonmail.ch EITN Fall School in Computational Neuroscience 2024 <https://eitnschool2022.sciencesconf.org/> Marseille, 16-25 October 2024 The EITN Fall School in Computational Neuroscience consists of a 10-day course in theoretical and computational neuroscience, from cellular to whole-brain levels. The course is structured in thematic days with lectures, tutorials, and project work. The course is typically aimed at PhD students, young postdocs, or master students interested to learn more about techniques of computational neuroscience, and the use of various simulation environments for model building. The students will form thematic groups to work on predefined subjects, with the help of tutors. The course will cover cellular models, models of brain signals, circuit models and networks, mean-field models, and whole-brain models. There will be lectures and tutorials associated with these topics. Why join? 10 days of intensive training in computational neuroscience provided by researchers from all over Europe. A complete program: • Cellular models, and models of brain signals • Circuit models and networks • Mean-field models • Whole-brain models Hands-on learning schedule based on: • Morning classes and tutorials • Group projects in the afternoon • Free time in the evenings and on Sunday to visit Marseille How to apply? This training has a limited capacity of 28 students, therefore a selection will be performed by a scientific organizing committee. Applications are open until July 7, 2024. Application: a one-page CV, a motivation letter to explain why you would like to attend this course, and a recommendation letter. The file names must start with your name (e.g., NAME_CV.pdf, etc....). Send your application by email at eitnfs2024(a)protonmail.ch Due to technical issue the email address previously announced is not working, please send your application at: eitnfs2024(a)protonmail.ch EITN Fall School in Computational Neuroscience 2024 <https://eitnschool2022.sciencesconf.org/> Marseille, 16-25 October 2024 The EITN Fall School in Computational Neuroscience consists of a 10-day course in theoretical and computational neuroscience, from cellular to whole-brain levels. The course is structured in thematic days with lectures, tutorials, and project work. The course is typically aimed at PhD students, young postdocs, or master students interested to learn more about techniques of computational neuroscience, and the use of various simulation environments for model building. The students will form thematic groups to work on predefined subjects, with the help of tutors. The course will cover cellular models, models of brain signals, circuit models and networks, mean-field models, and whole-brain models. There will be lectures and tutorials associated with these topics. Why join? 10 days of intensive training in computational neuroscience provided by researchers from all over Europe. A complete program: • Cellular models, and models of brain signals • Circuit models and networks • Mean-field models • Whole-brain models Hands-on learning schedule based on: • Morning classes and tutorials • Group projects in the afternoon • Free time in the evenings and on Sunday to visit Marseille How to apply? This training has a limited capacity of 28 students, therefore a selection will be performed by a scientific organizing committee. Applications are open until 09 June 2024. Application: a one-page CV, a motivation letter to explain why you would like to attend this course, and a recommendation letter. The file names must start with your name (e.g., NAME_CV.pdf, etc....). Send your application by email at eitnfs2024(a)protonmail.ch

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Apply now for the Computational Neuroscience Imbizo 2025 - app close 24th July
by Spyridon Chavlis June 10, 2024

June 10, 2024

Dear friends and colleagues, Student applications for the next Imbizo are *OPEN*. Don’t let this opportunity slip by if you are hoping to join the most diverse neuroscience summer school at the most beautiful beach in the world! If you know anyone who would benefit from an extraordinary computational neuroscience summer school, please distribute this information as widely as you can: SIMONS COMPUTATIONAL NEUROSCIENCE IMBIZO (#Imbizo2025) 12 January - 2 February 2025, Noordhoek Beach, Cape Town, South Africa (https://imbizo.africa/) *Application deadline: 24th July 2024 at 20:00 UTC* The Imbizo is a southern hemisphere summer school aiming to promote computational neuroscience in Africa. It will bring together international and local students under the tutelage of the world's leading experts in the field. Like its international sister courses, this three-week summer school aims to teach central ideas, methods, and practices of modern computational neuroscience through a combination of lectures and hands-on project work. Mornings will be devoted to lectures on topics across the breadth of computational neuroscience, including experimental underpinnings and machine learning analogues. The rest of the day will be spent working on research projects under the close supervision of expert tutors and faculty. Individual research projects will focus on the modeling of neurons, neural systems, behavior, the analysis of state-of-the-art neural data, and the development of theories to explain experimental observations. It also includes a week focused on neuroscience-inspired machine learning! *Who should apply?* This course is aimed at Masters and early-PhD level students, though Honors or advanced Undergraduates may also apply. Postdoctoral students who can motivate why the course would benefit them are also encouraged to apply. Students should have sufficient quantitative skills (e.g., a background in mathematics, physics, computer science, statistics, engineering, or related fields). Some knowledge of neural biology will be useful but not essential. Experimental neuroscience students are encouraged to apply but should ensure that they have a reasonable level of quantitative proficiency (i.e., at least second-year level mathematics or statistics and have done at least one course in computer programming). *Course fees and Scholarships:* Course Fee: €1450 includes all accommodation, meals, social activities, and ground transport in Cape Town. Thanks to our generous sponsors, significant financial assistance is available to reduce and waive fees for students, particularly for African applicants. We also hope to provide some limited travel bursaries for international students. If you need financial assistance to attend Imbizo, please state so clearly in the relevant section of your application. *Scholarships on offer:* (a) Full Scholarship includes a waived course fee (€1450) and your economy class travel to Cape Town, which will be booked by the Imbizo. (b) Partial Scholarship includes a waived course fee (€1450) and a set financial contribution towards your travel costs (paid after arrival in Cape Town). The amount will vary on a case by case basis. (c) Course Scholarship includes a waived course fee (€1450), but you will be responsible for booking and paying for your own travel costs to Cape Town. *Note:* (a) You must ensure you have a valid passport when applying. (b) Visa application and related costs remain the responsibility of all accepted students. *Important dates:* Applications CLOSE 24th July 2024 at 20:00 UTC References SUBMITTED 31st July 2024 at 20:00 UTC Outcomes NOTIFIED mid-September 2024 Accept BY 1 week after notifications Imbizo STARTS 12 January 2025 Imbizo ENDS 2 February 2025 *Information and application* https://imbizo.africa/ *Questions?* isicn.imbizo.planning [AT] gmail.com What is an Imbizo? \ɪmˈbiːzɒ\ | Xhosa - Zulu A gathering of the people to share knowledge. View our past FACULTY and TAs: https://imbizo.africa/people/ *ORGANIZERS and 2025 Affiliate Organisations:* Arif Hamid (University of Minnesota) Peter Latham (Gatsby Unit for Computational Neuroscience) Xaq Pitkow (Carnegie Mellon University) Emma Vaughan (Imbizo Logistics) Spiros Chavlis (Foundation for Research and Technology-Hellas) *Sponsors* The Imbizo is made possible by the generous support from the Simons Foundation (https://www.simonsfoundation.org/) the International Brain Research Organisation (IBRO) (https://ibro.org/) as well as the DeepMind, Meta, and others. Thanks and regards Simons Computational Neuroscience Imbizo Committee imbizo.africa <https://imbizo.africa/> @CompNeuroImbizo <https://x.com/CompNeuroImbizo> -- *Spyridon Chavlis, PhD* Postdoctoral Researcher and Systems Administrator Poirazi Lab Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB) Foundation for Research and Technology-Hellas (FORTH) Nikolaou Plastira, 100 GR 70013 Heraklion, Crete, Greece Tel: (+30) 2810 39 1264 Εmail: chavlis.spiros(a)gmail.com Webpage: dendrites.gr <https://www.dendrites.gr>

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Postdoc and PhD position at University of Miami - spontaneous thoughts, AI, computational psychiatry
by Mingbo Cai June 9, 2024

June 9, 2024

Dear list members, Apologies for cross-posting. *Postdoc and PhD student positions on fMRI study of spontaneous thoughts* The lab led by Mingbo Cai (*https://cailab-miami.org/* <https://cailab-miami.org/>) at the Department of Psychology, University of Miami, seeks a talented cognitive neuroscientist or AI researcher to join as a postdoctoral associate in the beautiful Miami of USA! The primary focus of this position is to work on an exciting collaborative project of decoding spontaneous thoughts. However, candidates with strong background and interest in other major directions of the lab (learning and decision making, computational psychiatry) are also welcome to apply. For the project on spontaneous thoughts, the candidate will work closely with Dr. Mingbo Cai, the director of the lab, and have the opportunity to collaborate with Nicolas Schuck (*https://schucklab.gitlab.io/* <https://schucklab.gitlab.io/>) at University of Hamburg and Quentin Huys ( *https://www.mps-ucl-centre.mpg.de/person/104585* <https://www.mps-ucl-centre.mpg.de/person/104585>) at University College London, with the added possibility of establishing new collaboration with other faculty inside the department ( *https://www.psy.miami.edu/people/faculty/faculty-by-division/index.html* <https://www.psy.miami.edu/people/faculty/faculty-by-division/index.html>). The intended project focuses on understanding the contents and dynamics of spontaneous thoughts using fMRI decoding and natural tasks, their interaction with memory and emotion, and rumination in mental disorders. You will have the opportunity to analyze a rich fMRI dataset of healthy and clinical participants during spontaneous thoughts, and conduct new experiments. Expertise and track record in at least one of the following domains are highly desirable: deep learning models on natural language processing or computer vision, advanced analysis of fMRI using encoding or decoding models, computational modeling of spontaneous thoughts or psychiatric disorders or human behavior, design of experiments using naturalistic stimuli. Deadline for applications: August 31, 2024. Strong applications will be evaluated immediately upon receiving. The position will remain open until filled. *Interested candidate can submit the following documents at this link:* *https://careers.miami.edu/us/en/job/R100076995/Post-Doctoral-Associate-Psychology* <https://careers.miami.edu/us/en/job/R100076995/Post-Doctoral-Associate-Psyc…> - a cover letter including contact information for 2-3 reference letters - CV - research statement - writing sample representing your works. Multiple manuscripts may be concatenated into one pdf. Informal inquiry can be sent to mingbo [dot] cai [at] miami [dot] edu, with a title of "[postdoc] + *your name*" The lab will also accept a PhD student in Fall 2025. Email inquiry is welcome with a title of "[grad application] + your name" Best wishes, Mingbo Cai Assistant Professor Department of Psychology University of Miami https://cailab-miami.org

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PhD position at Bernstein Center Berlin & Humboldt University (Physics Dep.) available
by Benjamin Lindner June 7, 2024

June 7, 2024

Efficient representations of fast dynamic stimuli in populations of ON- and OFF-cells Within the DFG priority program "Evolutionary Optimisation of Neuronal Processing" and in an experiment-theory collaboration with the Benda/Grewe lab in Tübingen, we are looking for a PhD candidate to work on signal transmission of time-dependent signals in the electrosensory system of weakly electric fish. Specifically, we are interested in the following research questions: 1. How are high-frequency signals efficiently encoded in ON-OFF-pathways despite strongly reduced firing rates? 2. What is the impact of feedback on the representation of high-frequency information in ON- OFF-pathways? In order to get an idea about similar approaches pursued in the past, have a look at some of the joint publications of the Benda lab and the Lindner group: Fisch et al. J. Neurosci. 32, 17332 (2012) Sharafi et al. J. Comp. Neurosci. 34 , 285 (2013) Grewe et al. PNAS 114 E1977 (2017) The successful candidate should have a degree in physics, mathematics or computational neuroscience (a background in neurobiology is desirable but not obligatory), programming skills (C++, Python, LaTeX, Linux), an excellent command of the English language, good communication skills, team spirit, and, last but not least, great enthusiasm for interdisciplinary projects. Funding is provided for three years, starting in the fall 2024. For details on the doctoral examination process at the Physics Department of Humboldt University Berlin, see https://fakultaeten.hu-berlin.de/en/mnf/wisskar/promotionen/zula. Applications, including a letter of motivation, a CV, and a list of three potential referees should be sent by email to   me benjamin.lindner(a)physik.hu-berlin.de  (cc to officebl(a)bccn-berlin.de) The deadline for applications is July 17, 2024, however, later applications might also be considered. Kind regards, Benjamin Lindner -- Benjamin Lindner Professor for Theory of Complex Systems and Neurophysics BCCN Berlin Philippstr. 13, Haus 2, 10115 Berlin Room: 1.17, phone: 0049(0)302093 82492 (new number!!) Physics Dep. Humboldt University Berlin Newtonstr. 15 12489 Berlin Room: 3.412, phone: 0049(0)302093 7934 http://people.physik.hu-berlin.de/~lindner/index.html -----------------------------------------------------

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Last call: abstract submission for the 2024 Neuroinformatics Assembly
by Helena Ledmyr June 7, 2024

June 7, 2024

Join the INCF community at the Neuroinformatics Assembly 2024 in Austin, Texas, Sept 23-27! This year's theme is "Brain meets AI: pioneering the future of neuroinformatics". We have two days of training courses after the main conference, see all the sessions at https://neuroinformatics.incf.org/2024/sessions. See the conference topics and submit your abstract today at bit.ly/INCFabstracts We hope to see you in Austin! ----------------------------- Helena Ledmyr, PhD *Director* *Development and Communications* <https://neuroinformatics.incf.org/> International Neuroinformatics Coordinating Facility Secretariat Karolinska Institutet. Nobels väg 15A, SE-171 77 Stockholm. Sweden Email: helena.ledmyr(a)incf.org Phone: +46 8 524 870 35 incf.org

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ReLab: Rewilding Ethology Laboratory, Konstanz, August 26-30 2024
by Mateusz Kostecki June 7, 2024

June 7, 2024

Hello! We are super happy to announce our next event, organized in collaboration between us, Center for the Advanced Study of Animal Behaviour, University of Konstanz and Max Planck Institute of Animal Behaviour! Are you ready for an expedition into the multifarious world of animal behaviour, where the lab meets the wild? Join us for RELab, *a unique experimental workshop in the scenic location of Lake Constance, Germany.* Unlike well-established scientific frameworks relying on synthetic stimuli, working with real, complex naturalistic stimuli presents unique challenges in tractability, interpretability, and relevance. This workshop will bring together* 16 exceptional early-career scientists and 5 renowned principal investigators in the fields from systems neuroscience to ethology*, to tackle conceptual and practical challenges in analyzing natural behaviours. RELab is not just about conventional lectures; it’s about *prototyping paradigms and hacking them together in both natural and controlled environments*. RELab is designed as a dialogue and a collective journey of discovery. For 5 days, participants will engage in: - Naturalist hikes and field experiments, exploring the natural habitats around Lake Constance (Bodensee). - Laboratory sessions employing advanced technologies such as virtual reality, collaborative activities integrating field and lab perspectives in real-time. - Thought-provoking talks and discussions with leading experts, aiming to build a new understanding of natural behaviours. Come enjoy the beautiful Bodensee region for an adventure of intellectual exploration, collaborative discovery, and vibrant community building. RELab is supported by the Centre for the Advanced Study of Collective Behaviour (CASCB) and Nencki Open Lab and it will be hosted by the Max Planck Institute of Animal behaviour, ensuring a high-quality, inclusive, and stimulating environment. Together, we aim to lay the groundwork for achieving new meaningful insights into behaviour in a complex world where standardized procedures may not exist. *Rewilders* Anna Stöckl (CASCB, Dept. of Biology, Uni Konstanz) Armin Bahl (MPI-AB, CASCB, Dept. of Biology, Uni Konstanz) Einat Couzin-Fuchs (MPI-AB, CASCB, Dept. of Biology, Uni Konstanz) Katja Reinhard (International School for Advanced Studies, Trieste) Raghavendra Gadagkar (Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru) *Where, When, and How* RELab will be held on the Lake of Constance, Germany, 26-30 August 2024 (arrival on August 25, departure on August 31). The fee is EUR 750, and includes accommodation in shared double rooms at the venue and all meals for the duration of the workshop (breakfasts, lunches and dinners); it also includes dinner on the night before the workshop begins. We are securing funds for fee waivers, please specify in the registration form if you need one. PhD students and postdocs from systems neuroscience or animal behavior, as well as related disciplines, are encouraged to apply. We will also consider exceptional applications from pre-PhD students. How to apply: The application form is available here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSftN3DG-PKhaqN30Jmgia4_3YKQJoL6g_R…. . The deadline for application is 24 June 2024. For inquiries, please contact the organizers. *Organizers:* August Paula (MPI-AB, CASCB, Dept. of Biology, Uni Konstanz) Cyrill Fromm (MPI-AB, CASCB, Dept. of Biology, Uni Konstanz) Iacopo Hachen (MSCA Fellow, MPI-AB, Dept. of Biology, CASCB, Uni Konstanz) Kajal Kumari (MPI-AB, CASCB, Dept. of Biology, Uni Konstanz) Mateusz Kostecki (Nencki Institute) Pavan Kaushik (MPI-AB, CASCB, Dept. of Biology, Uni Konstanz) Ruiheng Wu (MPI-AB, CASCB, Uni Konstanz) Best! NOL Team -- --- Mateusz Kostecki PhD Student Knapska Laboratory Nencki Institute 02-093 Warsaw, Pasteura 3, Poland https://twitter.com/mtkostecki https://evolvingbehavior.blog/

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Research software engineer position at Zuckerman Institute (Columbia University)
by Matthew R. Whiteway June 5, 2024

June 5, 2024

Columbia University's Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute is seeking a research software engineer to work closely with both computational and experimental neuroscience labs within the Zuckerman Institute ( https://zuckermaninstitute.columbia.edu/) and the International Brain Lab ( https://www.internationalbrainlab.com/) to help develop and maintain cutting edge software tools for the analysis of large-scale behavioral video data. Other responsibilities include: • Assist labs with deploying this software in their data processing pipelines • Respond to user issues provided through various channels (Github issues, Discord, Slack) by providing bug fixes • Engage in software dissemination efforts including written documentation, video tutorials, and assisting with workshops • Assist machine learning researchers in incorporating new algorithms into the software Please see the job posting for more information: https://apply.interfolio.com/147471 Matt Whiteway Associate Research Scientist, Zuckerman Institute, Columbia University Data Scientist, International Brain Laboratory

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Lipari School on Computational Neuroscience: Model, Biology and Clinical Application
by Jolivet, Renaud (MACSBIO) June 5, 2024

June 5, 2024

(Sent on behalf of the organisers.) Dear Colleagues, it is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the "Lipari School on Computational Neuroscience: Model, Biology and Clinical Application," to be held from 25 to 31 August 2024 on the beautiful island of Lipari, Italy. This prestigious event will bring together internationally renowned experts in the fields of neuroscience and biology and will discuss computational neuroscience, bioinformatics and their clinical applications. It will be a unique opportunity to deepen our knowledge, share experiences and discuss the latest research and innovations in these fascinating fields. The school programme will include: - Lectures given by top-notch lecturers. - Interactive workshops and practical sessions. - Roundtables on topical issues and future challenges. - Networking opportunities with professionals and researchers from all over the world. Lipari, with its breathtaking landscape and rich cultural history, will provide an ideal environment to stimulate scientific discussions and create new collaborations. Please visit our website [Lipari School - J.T. Schwartz International School for Scientific ...Lipari Schoolhttps://liparischool.it<https://www.google.it/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://li…>] for further details on the program, registration and accommodation options. We are certain that the "Lipari School on Computational Neuroscience" will be an enriching and stimulating experience, and we sincerely hope to welcome you to Lipari this August. Please spread the word about this initiative among your students, PhD students and young researchers, so that they can take advantage of this valuable opportunity for training and professional growth. Kind regards, [cid:C2F4D388-6151-4EAD-AF66-A845749B3F61] Dott.ssa Rosa Musotto Institute for Biomedical Research and Innovation (IRIB) National Research Council (CNR) Via Leanza, Mortelle 98164 Messina - Italy rosy.musotto(a)irib.cnr.it<mailto:rosy.musotto@irib.cnr.it> romusotto(a)unime.it<mailto:romusotto@unime.it>

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NEST Conference 2024 — Register by Friday!
by Hans Ekkehard Plesser June 4, 2024

June 4, 2024

Dear Colleagues, We are looking forward to an exciting Virtual NEST Conference 2024 on Monday/Tuesday 17./18. June 2024. This years program includes keynotes by Tadashi Yamazaki, University of Electro-Communications, Japan Diversity and inclusion: Distributed simulation of multiple brain and body models in multiple simulators on multiple computers across multiple organizations Benedetta Gambosi, University of Pavia A multiarea model predicts the changes in thalamocortical beta oscillations caused by dopamine depletion in basal ganglia and cerebellum Tobias Gemmeke, RWTH Aachen Accelerated Simulation of Biological Neural Networks Behnam Ghazinouri, Ruhr-Universität Bochum The attractor dynamics of behavioral flexibility in spatial and reversal learning complemented by contributed talks, posters and a workshop Introducing Arbor. For the full program an to register, please see https://nest-simulator.org/conference. Registration deadline is this FRIDAY, 7 June 2024. We are looking forward to seeing you at the NEST Conference 2024! Hans Ekkehard Plesser -- 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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Post-doc position [LAST CALL]: How long-term memories affect decision making and rule selection?
by Pablo Jercog June 4, 2024

June 4, 2024

A postdoc position is available at the Department of Functional and Systems Neurobiology of the Cajal Institute (https://cajal.csic.es/en/home/) part of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) in collaboration with the Department of Engineering at the University of Cambridge. The aim of this position is to develop a new framework for the analysis and interpretation of animal behavior and electrophysiological data from a high-throughput memory-based behavioral paradigm ( https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnbeh.2020.00064/full) developed in the Jercog Lab. Such a framework will involve different theories and modelling approaches such as reinforcement learning, stochastic decision processes, and history-dependent biases over a range of timescales from seconds to months, under the co-supervision of Yashar Ahmadian <https://cbl.eng.cam.ac.uk/ahmadian/>, University of Cambridge. The overarching aim of the project is to understand how long-term memories affect the decision making process in a volatile environment, focusing in particular on the hippocampal contribution to control (e.g. Lengyel & Dayan 2008 <https://proceedings.neurips.cc/paper_files/paper/2007/file/1f4477bad7af3616…>, Stachenfled et al. 2017), and using approaches such as rational control (Wu et al 2020 <https://www.pnas.org/doi/full/10.1073/pnas.1912336117>) to infer the internal beliefs and models used by animals in the task. Our lab is part of a larger network of Spanish neuroscience institutes including the CINC <https://www.cinc.csic.es/research-areas/>, the Neurotech <https://espanadigital.gob.es/lineas-de-actuacion/spain-neurotech> and the IN <https://in.umh-csic.es/en/>. The institute is located in the center of Madrid, one of the most exciting cities in the south of Europe, well connected with the rest of the world. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in computational neuroscience or a related field. Prior experience with the analysis of animal behavior, neuroimaging, machine learning, and/or computational modeling will be valued. Competitive financial support is provided by the Spanish Ministry of Science. *INITIAL APPOINTMENT:* two years. *APPLICATION:* Send a curriculum and motivation letter with a list of three contacts for recommendation letters to pjercog(a)gmail.com. Informal inquiries are welcome. *DEADLINE:* applications will start to be reviewed on June 17th until the position is filled. *STARTING DATE:* before September 2024. -- Pablo Jercog, Ph.D. Team Leader Instituto Cajal, CSIC Avda. del Doctor Arce, 37 (Room C-11) Madrid, Madrid, 28002, Spain cell: +34 620562808 email: pjercog(a)gmail.com Lab webpage <https://sites.google.com/view/pablojercogteam/>

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Call for contribution and registration for Systems Vision Science Virtual Symposium July 12, 2024
by Pavlovic, Maria June 4, 2024

June 4, 2024

Systems Vision Science Virtual Symposium: July 12th, 2024 -------------------------------- <https://summerschool.lizhaoping.org/symposium-2024/> Systems Vision Science Virtual Symposium takes place on July 12th, 2024, 15:00-19:00 German time, as the end of the <https://summerschool.lizhaoping.org/virtual-systems-vision-science-summer-s chool-symposium-2024/> Systems Vision Science Virtual Summer School. This summer school and symposium are the virtual editions of the onsite <https://summerschool.lizhaoping.org/> summer school and symposium in 2023. We invite contribution and free registrations for this symposium. The presentations at the symposium will include two keynote speeches (30 minutes each) and contributed speeches (15 minutes each). The topics of the presentations will be any topic of <https://www.lizhaoping.org/Systems-Vision-Science.html> Systems Vision Science, which combines computational, behavioral, and neuroscience methods to discover and investigate functions and algorithms for vision in various brain regions and their implementations in neural circuits. -------------------------------- To contribute or register, please fill out our registration form (including an abstract for contribution), which can be found here: <https://summerschool.lizhaoping.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Form-to-regi ster-or-submit-a-contribution-to-the-SVS-symposium-2024.docx> https://summerschool.lizhaoping.org/Form-to-register-or-submit-a-contributio n-to-the-SVS-symposium-2024.docx and send the filled form to svs.summerschool(a)tue.mpg.de <mailto:svs.summerschool@tue.mpg.de> Please direct inquiries to svs.summerschool(a)tue.mpg.de <mailto:svs.summerschool@tue.mpg.de> . -------------------------------- Organizing Team Li Zhaoping Maria Pavlovic Junhao Liang Ali Gholamzadeh Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics University of Tuebingen www.lizhaoping.org <http://www.lizhaoping.org>

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Abstracts closing Friday, early bird reg, & more - INCF Neuroinformatics Assembly 2024
by Heather Topple June 4, 2024

June 4, 2024

Hello! We at INCF would appreciate it if you could forward the information below to your relevant networks in neuroscience, AI, computer and data science. Thank you! /Heather INCF Project Assistant *Join us at the INCF Neuroinformatics Assembly 2024 <https://neuroinformatics.incf.org/> on Sep 23-25 at the University of Texas at Austin!* The meeting is followed by 3 training courses: Driving collaboration in neurophysiology with NWB and DANDI, Introduction to reproducible neuroimaging data processing and analysis, and DataJoint pipelines for your neuroscience experiments on Sep 26-27. The INCF Assembly is a unique venue where neuroscience standards developers, infrastructure providers, and software developers have the opportunity to interact with the research community to share the latest advancements in neuroinformatics. This year's theme Brain Meets AI: Pioneering the Future of Neuroinformatics Abstract submission <https://neuroinformatics.incf.org/abstract-submission> and early bird registration <https://neuroinformatics.incf.org/register> are open - make sure to register before Jun 28 to get the early bird price! *Abstract submission is open until Fri Jun 7 via this link <https://neuroinformatics.incf.org/abstract-submission>.* Note: You need to be signed in to submit an abstract, but you don’t need to be an INCF member to create an account. Our keynote speakers are Elisabeth Bik (Microbiome Digest), Timo Dickscheid (Jülich Research Cente), Hanchuan Peng (SEU-ALLEN Joint Center), Danilo Bzdok (Mila - Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute), and Viktor Jirsa (Institut de Neurosciences des Systemès). See you at Assembly 2024! /The INCF Team ---------------------------- Heather Topple, BSc *Project Assistant* *Development and Communications* <https://neuroinformatics.incf.org/> International Neuroinformatics Coordinating Facility Secretariat Karolinska Institutet. Nobels väg 15A, SE-171 77 Stockholm. Sweden <https://www.google.com/maps/search/Nobels+v%C3%A4g+15A,+SE-171+77+Stockholm…> Email: heather(a)incf.org Phone: +46 085 248 70 65 incf.org neuroinformatics.incf.org

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World wide VVTNS series: Wednesday, June 5 at 11am (EDT), Stephanie Palmer, University of Chicago | Using ML tools in neuroscience to define optimality in complex natural behaviour
by David Hansel June 2, 2024

June 2, 2024

[image: VVTNS.png] https://www.wwtns.online - on twitter: wwtns@TheoreticalWide You are cordially invited to the lecture given by Stephanie Palmer University of Chicago on the topic of *Using ML tools in neuroscience to define optimality * *in complex natural behaviour* The lecture will be held on zoom on *June 5, 2024*, at *11:00 am EDT * To receive the link: https://www.wwtns.online/register-page *Abstract: *Biological systems must selectively encode partial information about the environment, as dictated by the capacity constraints at work in all living organisms. For example, we cannot see every feature of the light field that reaches our eyes; temporal resolution is limited by transmission noise and delays, and spatial resolution is limited by the finite number of photoreceptors and output cells in the retina. Classical efficient coding theory describes how sensory systems can maximize information transmission given such capacity constraints, but it treats all input features equally. Not all inputs are, however, of equal value to the organism. Our work quantifies whether and how the brain selectively encodes stimulus features, specifically predictive features, that are most useful for fast and effective movements. We have shown that efficient predictive computation starts at the earliest stages of the visual system in the retina. We borrow techniques from machine learning, statistical physics, and information theory to assess how we get terrific, predictive vision from these imperfect (lagged and noisy) component parts. In broader terms, we aim to build a more complete theory of efficient encoding in the brain, and along the way have found some intriguing connections between approaches to coarse graining in biology, machine learning, and physics. *About VVTNS : Created as the World Wide Neuroscience Seminar (WWTNS) in November 2020 and renamed in homage to Carl van Vreeswijk in Memoriam (April 20, 2022), its aim is to be a platform to exchange ideas among theoreticians. 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 ᐧ ᐧ

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Post-doc position available - Rennes, France - Neuro-inspired models of recurrent epileptic seizures
by fabrice.wendling＠inserm.fr May 31, 2024

May 31, 2024

Post-doc position offer (ref: INSERM-RECSEIZ) Neuro-inspired models of recurrent epileptic seizures for the investigation of mechanisms underlying repeated tDCS sessions Context. Epilepsy refers to a neurological disorder that affects about 1% of the general population. Recent findings indicate that non-invasive brain transcranial current stimulation (tCS) is safe and of therapeutic promise in epilepsy. However, it is not yet indicated as a standard treatment due to major scientific limitations: unknown mechanisms of action, insufficient account for patient-specific factors, poor understanding of short- and long-term effects. The ambition of the GALVANI Project (ERC-SyG 2019; 2020-26) is to transform the care of a large fraction of patients living with drug-resistant epilepsies by solving a fundamental problem: to efficiently target and control large-scale epileptic brain networks with tCS-induced neuromodulatory weak electric fields (https://www.galvani-lab.eu/) Rationale. The mechanisms underlying long-term effects of neuromodulation induced by weak electric fields remain poorly understood. To gain insights into these mechanisms, a new generation of experimentally-validated computational “hybrid” brain models is being developed in the project. These models combine neurophysiological models of neuronal networks with biophysical models of weak field effects. We recently developed a full human computational brain model able to generate realistic surface EEG and intracranial signal similar to those recorded in epileptic patients (see Wendling et al., CLINPH, 2024). Objective. The objective of the proposed research position is to design novel neuro-inspired models able to explain why and how the repetition of tDCS sessions (over days and weeks) impacts the seizure occurrence frequency. Methods. Mesoscale (neuronal population level) computational models allowing for the simulation of a single epileptic seizure will be used. They will be extended to account for the recurrence of seizures, as observed in human focal epilepsies. Then, tCS-induced weak electric fields will be integrated into the models and their cumulative effects on seizure occurrence will be studied, explaining why some patients respond to multi-sessions of tDCS while others do not. Models will use the Neural Mass Model (NMM) formalism. They will be developed in Python. They will extend models developed in the lab. Strong background is available. Scientific domains. Engineering (computational, biomedical); Physics (biophysics, electromagnetism); neuroscience; Medicine (neurology); Computer Science (computing in maths, engineering and Medicine) Scientific environment. GALVANI involves three partners: LTSI-Inserm (Rennes), AMU-APHM (Marseille) and Neuroelectrics (Barcelona). It is intended to develop the next generation of brain stimulation solutions. GALVANI can be viewed as a distributed lab (Rennes-Barcelona-Marseille) working under a common policy to ensure coherence of research and intense collaboration and cross-fertilization. Fellows will be co-supervised in a unique, shared environment with exposure to science, technology and clinical experience. Candidate profile. The research project is at the interface between biomathematics (neuro-inspired models), biophysics (electric field models), and neuroscience/neurology (epilepsy). The Post-doc fellow (PhD+experience) will preferably have a strong background in computational neuroscience/systems biology or in electrical engineering with experience in bio-signal processing. Knowledge in electrophysiology and/or EEG analysis would be an asset. The post-doc fellow will join a multidisciplinary team including research scientists in biomedical engineering, neurophysiological modeling, bio-physics, signal processing, electrophysiology, neurology. Contract The position will be opened Sep. 1st, 2024. The contract is for 2 years with possible extension (1 year). The competitive salary will be according to experience (2600 Euros net, minimum). The candidate will also have access to the French system benefits. Location in the city of Rennes, France. LTSI-Inserm laboratory, University of Rennes. In addition, the post-doc fellow will have the opportunity to perform visits and to actively collaborate with engineers, researchers and clinicians of the Marseille & Barcelona groups. Contact (please provide resume, cover letter and 2 reference letters) Fabrice Wendling (DR Inserm, LTSI, France) Email: fabrice.wendling(a)inserm.fr. https://perso.univ-rennes1.fr/fabrice.wendling

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Postdoctoral research position Rennes, France - Neuro-inspired models of recurrent epileptic seizures
by fabrice.wendling＠inserm.fr May 31, 2024

May 31, 2024

Post-doc position offer (ref: INSERM-RECSEIZ) Neuro-inspired models of recurrent epileptic seizures for the investigation of mechanisms underlying repeated tDCS sessions Context. Epilepsy refers to a neurological disorder that affects about 1% of the general population. Recent findings indicate that non-invasive brain transcranial current stimulation (tCS) is safe and of therapeutic promise in epilepsy. However, it is not yet indicated as a standard treatment due to major scientific limitations: unknown mechanisms of action, insufficient account for patient-specific factors, poor understanding of short- and long-term effects. The ambition of the GALVANI Project (ERC-SyG 2019; 2020-26) is to transform the care of a large fraction of patients living with drug-resistant epilepsies by solving a fundamental problem: to efficiently target and control large-scale epileptic brain networks with tCS-induced neuromodulatory weak electric fields ( <https://www.galvani-lab.eu/> https://www.galvani-lab.eu/) Rationale. The mechanisms underlying long-term effects of neuromodulation induced by weak electric fields remain poorly understood. To gain insights into these mechanisms, a new generation of experimentally-validated computational hybrid brain models is being developed in the project. These models combine neurophysiological models of neuronal networks with biophysical models of weak field effects. We recently developed a full human computational brain model able to generate realistic surface EEG and intracranial signal similar to those recorded in epileptic patients ( <https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38520800/> see Wendling et al., CLINPH, 2024). Objective. The objective of the proposed research position is to design novel neuro-inspired models able to explain why and how the repetition of tDCS sessions (over days and weeks) impacts the seizure occurrence frequency. Methods. Mesoscale (neuronal population level) computational models allowing for the simulation of a single epileptic seizure will be used. They will be extended to account for the recurrence of seizures, as observed in human focal epilepsies. Then, tCS-induced weak electric fields will be integrated into the models and their cumulative effects on seizure occurrence will be studied, explaining why some patients respond to multi-sessions of tDCS while others do not. Models will use the Neural Mass Model (NMM) formalism. They will be developed in Python. They will extend models developed in the lab. Strong background is available. Scientific domains. Engineering (computational, biomedical); Physics (biophysics, electromagnetism); neuroscience; Medicine (neurology); Computer Science (computing in maths, engineering and Medicine) Scientific environment. GALVANI involves three partners: LTSI-Inserm (Rennes), AMU-APHM (Marseille) and Neuroelectrics (Barcelona). It is intended to develop the next generation of brain stimulation solutions. GALVANI can be viewed as a distributed lab (Rennes-Barcelona-Marseille) working under a common policy to ensure coherence of research and intense collaboration and cross-fertilization. Fellows will be co-supervised in a unique, shared environment with exposure to science, technology and clinical experience. Candidate profile. The research project is at the interface between biomathematics (neuro-inspired models), biophysics (electric field models), and neuroscience/neurology (epilepsy). The Post-doc fellow (PhD+experience) will preferably have a strong background in computational neuroscience/systems biology or in electrical engineering with experience in bio-signal processing. Knowledge in electrophysiology and/or EEG analysis would be an asset. The post-doc fellow will join a multidisciplinary team including research scientists in biomedical engineering, neurophysiological modeling, bio-physics, signal processing, electrophysiology, neurology. Contract The position will be opened Sep. 1st, 2024. The contract is for 2 years with possible extension (1 year). The competitive salary will be according to experience (2600 Euros net, minimum). The candidate will also have access to the French system benefits. Location in the city of Rennes, France. LTSI-Inserm laboratory, University of Rennes. In addition, the post-doc fellow will have the opportunity to perform visits and to actively collaborate with engineers, researchers and clinicians of the Marseille & Barcelona groups. Contact (please provide resume, cover letter and 2 reference letters) Fabrice Wendling (DR Inserm, LTSI, France) Email: <mailto:fabrice.wendling@inserm.fr> fabrice.wendling(a)inserm.fr. <https://perso.univ-rennes1.fr/fabrice.wendling> https://perso.univ-rennes1.fr/fabrice.wendling --- Fabrice WENDLING DR Inserm LTSI, Inserm UMR1099 - Université de Rennes Co-directeur équipe Cinetyks Campus de Beaulieu - Bât. 22 35042 Rennes Cedex - France - Tel: +33 2 23 23 56 05 / 62 20 - +33 6 58 25 75 30 Email: <mailto:fabrice.wendling@inserm.fr> fabrice.wendling(a)inserm.fr <https://www.ltsi.univ-rennes1.fr/> https://www.ltsi.univ-rennes1.fr/ <https://perso.univ-rennes1.fr/fabrice.wendling> https://perso.univ-rennes1.fr/fabrice.wendling <https://www.galvani-lab.eu/> https://www.galvani-lab.eu/

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Postdoctoral Research Position - University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
by Carmen Paz Suárez Araujo May 30, 2024

May 30, 2024

Postdoctoral Research Position Institute: Institute of Cybernetic, Enterprise and Society (IUCES). University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC) City: Las Palmas de Gran Canari, Canary Islands, Spain Closing Date: 7 June 2024 Dear Colleagues, The Research Division of Computational Neuroscience (COMCIENCIA) belonging to the IUCES has a PostDoc position in one of our Projects. We are recruiting a team of outstanding researchers from Artificial Neural Networks, Computational Neuroscience, Clinical Decision Support Systems using Intelligent Computing and AI/ML, to work with us on achieving the project’s ambitious objectives. The main tasks will be concerning: - Development and supervision of research in the area of "Artificial and Biological Neural Networks: Design of New Architectures". - Supervision and development of research in the field of Intelligent Computing Systems and their application for Designing and Developing Clinical Decision Support Systems for diagnosis and prognosis of neurocognitive pathologies associated with aging (dementias), infectious diseases (COVID) necessarily adjusted to the project in which he/she is hired. - Scientific dissemination of the research developed. For further information and to apply, please see: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/240289 If you've any question, please you don't hesitate to contact with Prof. Carmen Paz Suárez Araujo Best Regards Carmen Paz Suárez Araujo Catedrática de Universidad/Full Professor. Directora de la División de Investigación de Neurociencia Computacional. Directora de la Catedra de Neurociencia Computacional, Marie Curie Instituto de Cibernética, Empresa y Sociedad (IUCES) Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria tel. +34928458725; +34629822298 carmenpaz.suarez(a)ulpgc.es www.ulpgc.es ORCID 0000-0002-8826-0899 EDIFICIO DE INFORMÁTICA, OFFICE 2-5 CAMPUS UNIVERSITARIO DE TAFIRA S/N 35017, LAS PALMAS DE GC [Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria]

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Postdoc + PhD positions in ERC funded project ACTOR
by Constantin Rothkopf May 30, 2024

May 30, 2024

The lab of Constantin Rothkopf (https://www.pip.tu-darmstadt.de/) at the Centre for Cognitive Science @ TU Darmstadt is looking for PhD and Postdoc applicants interested in becoming part of the ERC project ACTOR. While some positions are focused on human behavioral experiments others are more focused on computational work. The goal of this project is to use both human behavioral experiments and computational modeling to understand human sequential behavior in tasks including continuous psychophysics, visual behaviors such as gaze selection and blinking, sensorimotor control involving intuitive physics, navigation, and food preparation in the framework of sequential decision making/planning/optimal control/RL. Our group is part of the Centre for Cognitive Science and the AI Center at TU Darmstadt, which are home to an internationally outstanding group of PIs and junior researchers working in the areas of computational cognitive science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. We are part of several research consortia and engage in multiple fruitful research collaborations. The lab has state of the art equipment for eye and body tracking, VR, naturalistic task monitoring, psychophysics and access to one of the most generous computing infrastructures in Germany. We foster an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative environment driven by scientific curiosity and mutual respect and we maintain close interactions with other research groups including joint lab meetings. While some of the positions are geared towards more behavioral work others are strongly focused on computational modeling. Applicants may therefore have a background in computer science, cognitive science, neuroscience, psychology, engineering, or related fields. Don’t hesitate to contact me for more details. Please send the official application to the dean of the department of human sciences dekanat(a)humanw.tu-darmstadt.de including a CV, a two page cover letter explaining your research interests, motivation, and your long-term career goals, and contact information for 2-3 references in a single pdf file. The code for the PhD position is “167” and for the Postdoc position “168”. Applications will be reviewed on a continuing basis. The Frankfurt-Darmstadt metropolitan area is located in the heart of Europe and is one of the most international regions in Germany with a diverse community and rich culture repeatedly earning high rankings in worldwide surveys of quality of living. Frankfurt recently reached 7th place worldwide in a ranking of attractiveness by the Economist and Darmstadt has repeatedly ranked among the top innovation driving cities in Germany. Finally, to get a better idea about some of our work, here some publications by our group: - Tatai, F., Straub, D., Rothkopf, C. A. (2023). People use Newtonian physics in intuitive sensorimotor decisions under risk. In Proceedings of the Annual Meeting of the Cognitive Science Society (Vol. 45, No. 45). https://escholarship.org/content/qt0rg3z8f6/qt0rg3z8f6_noSplash_c1cad85c077… - Kadner, F., Willkomm, H., Ibs, I., & Rothkopf, C. (2023). Finding your Way Out: Planning Strategies in Human Maze-Solving Behavior. In Proceedings of the Annual Meeting of the Cognitive Science Society (Vol. 45, No. 45). https://escholarship.org/content/qt94t1t8kw/qt94t1t8kw_noSplash_3a5e798a923… - Kessler, F., Frankenstein, J., Rothkopf, C. A. A dynamic Bayesian actor model explains endpoint variability in homing tasks, bioRxiv, 2022. https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2022.11.09.515854v1 - Straub, D., & Rothkopf, C. A. (2022). Putting perception into action with inverse optimal control for continuous psychophysics, eLife 11, e76635. https://elifesciences.org/articles/76635 - Schultheis, M., Straub, D., & Rothkopf, C. A. (2021). Inverse optimal control adapted to the noise characteristics of the human sensorimotor system. Advances in Neural Information Processing Systems, 34, 9429-9442. https://proceedings.neurips.cc/paper/2021/hash/4e55139e019a58e0084f194f758f… - Neupärtl, N., Tatai, F., & Rothkopf, C. A. (2020). Intuitive physical reasoning about objects’ masses transfers to a visuomotor decision task consistent with Newtonian physics. PLoS computational biology, 16(10), e1007730. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pcbi.1007730 - Hoppe, D., & Rothkopf, C. A. (2019). Multi-step planning of eye movements in visual search. Scientific reports, 9(1), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-018-37536-0 - Hoppe, D., & Rothkopf, C. A. (2016). Learning rational temporal eye movement strategies. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 113(29), 8332-8337. https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1601305113 All the best, Constantin Rothkopf https://www.pip.tu-darmstadt.de/ http://www.cogsci.tu-darmstadt.de/ https://hessian.ai/

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow - University of Stirling, UK
by Elena Gheorghiu May 30, 2024

May 30, 2024

Postdoctoral Research Fellow Department: Psychology, University of Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom Closing Date: 10 June 2024 Duration: fixed term 27 months Salary: Grade 7 (£37,099 - £44,263 p.a.) A cross-disciplinary team of researchers from the Universities of Stirling, York, Cardiff, Manchester, and Southampton are working together on an EPSRC-funded project, Edgy Organism, to develop a novel end-to-end neuromorphic design approach drawing inspiration from how data is processed and represented in the brain and build an efficient hardware architecture based on spiking neural networks. The project aims to develop novel computing solutions, that can autonomously and reliably detect illegal or harmful activities in crowded public spaces, with minimum intrusion of personal space and privacy. We are recruiting a team of outstanding researchers from Visual Neuroscience, Psychology, Edge Computing, AI/ML, and Neuromorphic Engineering, to work with us on achieving Edgy Organism project’s ambitious objectives. As part of this project, Psychology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, University of Stirling is offering a fixed term (27 months) full-time Postdoctoral Research Fellow position to work with Dr Elena Gheorghiu and the cross-disciplinary team of researchers. Candidates should have a PhD, or equivalent research experience, in Computer Vision/ Computer Science, Visual Neuroscience, Psychology, Physics, Electronic Engineering, Mathematics, or similar technical area and possess specialist knowledge in computer vision/ image processing/ object detection and tracking, and machine learning to work with established software/ research programmes. For further information and to apply, please see: https://www.stir.ac.uk/about/work-at-stirling/list/details/?jobId=4051&jobT… Informal enquiries can be made to Dr Elena Gheorghiu, elena.gheorghiu(a)stir.ac.uk<mailto:elena.gheorghiu@stir.ac.uk> --------------------------------------------------------- Dr Elena Gheorghiu University of Stirling, Faculty of Natural Sciences Department of Psychology, Cottrell building Stirling, FK9 4LA, Scotland, UK Tel: +44 (0) 1786 467649 email: elena.gheorghiu(a)stir.ac.uk<mailto:elena.gheorghiu@stir.ac.uk> https://www.stir.ac.uk/people/257378 ________________________________ Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence The University of Stirling is a charity registered in Scotland, number SC 011159

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Postdoctoral position on modelling C. elegans for OpenWorm project at University College London
by Padraig Gleeson May 30, 2024

May 30, 2024

- Apologies for cross postings - Applications are open now for a 3 year postdoctoral position (Research Fellow / Senior Research Fellow) at University College London in the lab of Padraig Gleeson (https://openneuroai.org) The successful applicant will contribute to the goals of the OpenWorm project, to create a cell by cell model of the nematode C. elegans incorporating its full neuronal network and a 3D body/environment simulation (https://openworm.org) The role will involve contributing to existing and creating new software packages which facilitate the goals of the OpenWorm project. It will also involve carrying out research into the physiology, anatomy and behaviour of C. elegans, to ensure the simulations are biologically realistic. Code will be open source from the start and active interaction with the community of researchers in this area will be required. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in neuroscience or a related field, and experience in developing open source tools for investigating (neuro)biological function, a publication record demonstrating the use of such tools in original scientific research, and an active interest in making their research accessible to the wider community. For appointment to Grade 8 (Senior Research Fellow), the candidate will have substantial postdoctoral experience, a strong publication track record in this area, evidence of the ability to sustain independent research, and an established reputation in their field as a proponent of open science. UCL is Europe's research powerhouse in neuroscience, with more than twice as many publications and citations as any other European institution, based right in the heart of London. It is one of the best international environments to carry out neuroscience research. Please contact p.gleeson(a)ucl.ac.uk for more details or questions related to the role. The position is funded for 3 years as part of an EPSRC Open Fellowship grant. The closing date for applications is 19th June 2024. Apply here <https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/search-ucl-jobs/details?jobId=23333>, including a cover letter stating why you are the ideal candidate for the role. ----------------------------------------------------- Padraig Gleeson Room 321, Anatomy Building Department of Neuroscience, Physiology & Pharmacology University College London Gower Street London WC1E 6BT United Kingdom +44 207 679 3214 p.gleeson(a)ucl.ac.uk -----------------------------------------------------

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