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Up to 3 PhD studentships available at University of Sussex

by Thomas Nowotny

The University of Sussex invites applications for PhD studentships based within Sussex AI, an interdisciplinary Centre of Excellence based at the University of Sussex. Sussex AI is the focal point of research in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science methods and applications within the University of Sussex. We draw together world-leading experts from across the University to create a critical mass of technical skills and domain knowledge. Our research and training cover a wide range of topics across AI and data science, with a unique multidisciplinary Sussex angle. Given the broad range of research carried out within Sussex AI, we encourage applications from students with innovative proposals in the following areas: * Theoretical challenges in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. * Innovative methodological developments in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science that enable novel applications. * Address complex problems that require in-depth interdisciplinary research at the intersections of traditional disciplinary boundaries. The University of Sussex believes that the diversity of its staff and student community is fundamental to creative thinking, pedagogic innovation, intellectual challenge, and the interdisciplinary approach to research and learning. We celebrate and promote diversity, equality and inclusion amongst our staff and students. As such, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Deadline 19 February 2025 23:59 Please find project ideas here: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/research/centres/ai-research-group/programmes/suss… The full advert and how to apply: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/fees-funding/phd-funding/view/1807-Sussex-AI… Best regards, Thomas -- Prof. Thomas Nowotny Head of AI Research Group CCNR, Sussex Neuroscience Phone: +44-1273-678593 Engineering and Informatics, Fax: +44-1273-877873 University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton BN1 9QJ sussex.ac.uk/informatics/tnowotny<http://sussex.ac.uk/informatics/tnowotny>

Dec. 10, 2024

PhD position in Göttingen: Optogenetics in the Retina and Computational Neuroscience

by Gollisch, Tim

A PhD position is available in the lab of Tim Gollisch at the University Medical Center Göttingen, Germany. The PhD project will investigate how optogenetics can be used for vision restoration therapy to treat blindness. The work will involve multielectrode arrays to record spiking activity from isolated retinas of mice that express light-sensitive ion channels in retinal neurons. Furthermore, computational tools will be used for model-driven data analysis and assessment of neural coding under optogenetic stimulation. Prior experience with electrophysiology or computational analyses/computer programming will be considered advantageous for the application. The position will be available starting April 1, 2025, at the earliest. The project is part of the newly funded Collaborative Research Center "Disease Mechanisms and Functional Restoration of Sensory and Motor Systems" in Göttingen and will be embedded in a lively research environment focusing on bringing basic research closer to clinical applications. There will also be connections to the newly established Else Kröner Fresenius Center for Optogenetic Therapies (https://ekfz.uni-goettingen.de) in Göttingen as well as to the Bernstein Center for Computational Neuroscience Göttingen. To get a better idea about the research group, see https://www.retina.uni-goettingen.de/. To apply, send an email to Tim Gollisch (tim.gollisch(a)med.uni-goettingen.de<mailto:tim.gollisch@med.uni-goettingen.de>), including your CV, a statement of motivation, and contact details for two letters of recommendation. The University Medical Center Göttingen is an equal opportunities employer, and women are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities and equal qualifications will be given preferential treatment.

Dec. 10, 2024

Neurotheory postdoc opportunities in San Diego

by Ann Kennedy

The Kennedy lab is recruiting for multiple funded postdoctoral positions in theoretical and computational neuroscience, following our recent lab move to Scripps Research in sunny San Diego, California. Ongoing projects in the lab span topics in reservoir computing, reinforcement learning/control theory analysis of complex behavior, neuromechanical whole-organism modeling, computational behavior analysis, and joint analysis/modeling of neural and behavioral data collected in socially interacting animals. We have newly acquired funding to characterize progression of behavioral phenotypes in Parkinson’s, to model cellular/circuit mechanisms underlying internal state-dependent changes in neural population dynamics, and to characterize the neural and behavioral dynamics of pairs of interacting animals across multiple species. We also have openings for machine learning work in imitation learning/generative modeling of mouse social interactions using a massive 15-lab dataset. Projects are flexible and can be tailored to applicants’ research and training goals, and there are abundant opportunities for new collaboration with local experimental groups. San Diego has a fantastic research community and very high quality of life, with excellent support for international students at Scripps. Our campus is located at the Pacific coast, at the northern edge of UCSD not far from the Salk Institute. The Neuroscience department at Scripps is a powerhouse in the study of the nervous system’s sensing of and interaction with the rest of the body, making it an ideal environment for the study of internal state-dependent modulation of behavior. We offer competitive postdoctoral stipends that reflect coastal cost-of-living expectations and include a relocation bonus, with research professorship positions available for qualified applicants. More information about the lab at https://www.kennedylab.org. Please email Ann Kennedy akennedy(a)scripps.edu<mailto:akennedy@scripps.edu> with inquiries. Ann Kennedy Associate Professor Dorris Neuroscience Center The Scripps Research Institute La Jolla, CA 92037 kennedylab.org<https://www.kennedylab.org/>

Dec. 8, 2024

World wide VVTNS series: Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 11:00 am EST| Noam Sadon-Grosman ELSC, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

by David Hansel

[image: VVTNS.png] https://www.wwtns.online <https://streaklinks.com/A9c7PbbpKY7PxB6PaAJWGD3-/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wwtns.on…> - on twitter: wwtns@TheoreticalWide You are cordially invited to the lecture given by Noam Sadon-Grosman ELSC, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem on the topic of Somatomotor to Higher Order Cognition - The Detailed Organization of the Human Cerebellum that implement computation The lecture will be held on zoom on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at *11:00 am EST * To receive the zoom link: https://www.wwtns.online/register-page *Abstract: * The cerebellum is long known for its somatomotor functions. Recent evidence has converged to suggest that major portions of the human cerebellum are linked to cognitive and affective functions. In this talk, I will present new insights into the functional organization of the human cerebellum. Our findings reveal three distinct somatomotor representations, including a newly identified third map that is spatially dissociated from the two well-established body representations. Between these body representations, a large megacluster extending across Crus I/II was consistently found with subregions linked to higher-order cerebral association networks. Within this megacluster, specific regions responded to domain-flexible cognitive control, while juxtaposed regions differentially responded to language, social, and spatial/episodic task demands. Similarly organized clusters also exist in the caudate consistent with the presence of multiple basal ganglia–cerebellar–cerebral cortical circuits that maintain functional specialization across their entire distributed extents. *About VVTNS : Launched as the World Wide Theoretical Neuroscience Seminar (WWTNS) in November 2020 and renamed in homage to Carl van Vreeswijk in Memoriam (April 20, 2022), Speakers have the occasion to talk about theoretical aspects of their work which cannot be discussed in a setting where the majority of the audience consists of experimentalists. The seminars, **held on Wednesdays at 11 am ET,** are 45-50 min long followed by a discussion. The talks are recorded with authorization of the speaker and are available to everybody on our YouTube channel.* ᐧ

Dec. 8, 2024

Daniel Messinger speaking on December 12 in Developing Minds global online lecture series

by Jochen Triesch

Dear colleagues, On December 12, the Developing Minds global online lecture series is proud to host Daniel Messinger, Department of Psychology, University of Miami, Florida, United States, USA, speaking on: "Does Interaction Drive Development? Lessons from infant emotion, autism, and preschool language“ Thursday, December 12, 2024 9:00 am EST (Eastern Standard Time, US) 14:00 UTC (Universal Coordinated Time) 15:00 CET (Central European Time) 23:00 JST (Japan Standard Time) The zoom link/credentials are: https://uni-frankfurt.zoom-x.de/j/66558045290?pwd=Ien7tEzqeNGOdqHi7zKg4EJuY… Meeting-ID: 665 5804 5290 Kenncode: 753667 Abstract: A dynamic systems perspective suggests that developmental achievements are composed of a progression of real-time interactions. But evidence supporting this surmise is not common. Dr. Messinger employs machine learning of audio, video, and ultrawideband signals in naturalistic contexts to highlight the role of individual and interactive dynamics in constituting developmental outcomes. He will discuss a series of salient examples linking the emergence of interactive competencies with developmental outcomes. These include the emergence of interactive smiling and attachment, as well as the emergence of autism and preschool language competencies. Dr. Messinger will conclude with a discussion of the strengths and limitations of current empirical research linked to dynamic systems and developmental cascades perspectives. Short Bio: Dr. Daniel Messinger is a professor and Director of the Child Division in the Department of Psychology at the University of Miami where he is the Director of the Social and Behavioral Sciences Program at the Institute for Data Science and Computing. He employs computational approaches to big behavioral data to understand the interactive origins of social, language, and emotional development. His research focuses on social and communicative development in typically developing children, children with hearing loss, children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and children whose communicative development is affected by prenatal drug exposure and poverty. The talk will be recorded and made available for later viewing. For more information on the talk series and recordings of previous events, please visit: https://sites.google.com/view/developing-minds-series/home Best regards, Jochen Triesch -- Prof. Dr. Jochen Triesch Johanna Quandt Chair for Theoretical Life Sciences Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies and Goethe University Frankfurt http://fias.uni-frankfurt.de/~triesch/ Tel: +49 (0)69 798-47531 Fax: +49 (0)69 798-47611

Dec. 6, 2024

Women in Memory Research 2025 - WiMR2025

by Vinita Samarasinghe

*Women in Memory Research 2025* The research unit “Constructing scenarios of the past” seeks to promote women in memory research. The program WiMR 2025 is made possible through a grant from the German Research Foundation (DFG) and collaboration with the Ruhr University Bochum. Come and learn what an academic career looks likeand discover its advantages. During your week at the Ruhr University Bochum (RUB)you will participate in GEM 2025 where you will hear about the latest research in generative episodic memory, be given the opportunityto present your research and meet with female scientists from the field. Before and after GEM you'll be introduced to Bochum, the RUB and the FOR 2812 labs <https://for2812.rub.de/projects/>. Our participating senior scientists include: Ali Boyle, London School of Economics; Iris Engelhard, Utrecht University; Xenia Kobeleva, Ruhr U. Bochum; Sabine Seehagen, Ruhr U. Bochum; Kristina Liefke, Ruhr U. Bochum. Sounds exciting? *Who can apply:* Womenmasters students in their final year of study and recently graduated masters students who are looking into an academic career in the area of memory research/neuroscience. Applicants must have excellent grades and be able to communicate in English. Selection of participants is competitive. We only have 12 spots! *How to apply:* Send your application including a one page letter of motivation, a current CV, masters transcripts and a letter of recommendation from one of your professors. Your application should be sent, as a single PDF document, to Vinita Samarasinghe @ for2812+gem(a)rub.de <mailto:for2812@rub.de> by February 15, 2025 with the subject line "WiMR - application". If you need child care or any other support please note this in your application. Applications will be evaluated and ranked after the deadline has passed and notifications will be sent out by 28.02.2025. If you accept, you must register for GEM 2025. *What to expect from us:* We will provide bed and breakfast (single occupancy), cover travel costs (restrictions apply) and provide some meals. The program is offered in English. *What we expect from you:* You are present for all of the program and that you present your current research in the form of a poster at GEM 2025. *Tentative program: * 02.06.2025 AM Welcome to Bochum PM GEM 2025 03.06.2025 GEM 2025 04.06.2025 AM GEM 2025 PM Fireside chat with senior memory researchers 05.06.2025 Lab visits 06.06.2025 Workshop *Questions? * Visit our website at https://for2812.rub.de/wimr2025 for more information. Please feel free to get in touch with Vinita Samarasinghe (for2812(a)rub.de <mailto:for2812@rub.de>) if you have any questions. -- Vinita Samarasinghe M.Sc., M.A. Science Manager Arbeitsgruppe Computational Neuroscience Institut für Neuroinformatik Ruhr-Universität Bochum, NB 3/73 Postfachnummer 110 Universitätstr. 150 D-44801 Bochum Tel: +49 (0)234 32 27996 Email:samarasinghe@ini.rub.de

Dec. 4, 2024

PhD Opportunity at the University of Bristol: Investigation of traumatic memory processing during sleep using through advance machine learning

by Eleonora Russo

The University of Bristol is pleased to offer a fully-funded PhD position to study the processing of traumatic memories during sleep using advanced machine learning techniques. The successful candidate will be supervised by an interdisciplinary team of experimental and computational neuroscientists, including Dr. Ross Purple, Dr. Sean Froudist-Walsh, and Dr. Eleonora Russo. This project will also involve collaboration with the Sant’Anna School of Advanced Studies in Pisa, Italy. Application deadline is 4pm Monday 6th January 2025. Find more information at: https://www.findaphd.com/phds/project/funded-phd-decoding-the-processing-of… For enquiries, please contact: Dr Ross Purple https://research-information.bris.ac.uk/en/persons/ross-j-purple Dr. Eleonora Russo https://www.santannapisa.it/en/eleonora-russo Dr Sean Froudist-Walsh https://research-information.bris.ac.uk/en/persons/sean-froudist-walsh --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Eleonora Russo, Ph.D. PI of the Brain Dynamics Laboratory Assistant Professor at Sant’Anna School of Advanced Studies, The BioRobotics Institute, P.za Martiri della Liberta', 33 56127 Pisa, Italy

Dec. 3, 2024

Seizure detection challenge (2025)

by Jonathan Dan

Hello, EPFL is organizing a competition in collaboration with the International Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Epilepsy and Other Neurological Disorders. The competition aims to develop epileptic seizure detection algorithms for assisting in the analysis of scalp electroencephalography. It is open to anyone with skills in machine learning and artificial intelligence. This competition should help identify algorithms well suited for hospital adoption while simultaneously pushing for open and reproducible science. You will find a description of the competition on https://epilepsybenchmarks.com/challenge Hurry up! We are expecting algorithm submissions by 16 February 2025. Happy hacking Jonathan Dan Post-Doc ESL-EPFL

Dec. 3, 2024

Postdoc and PhD call | Spatiotemporal dynamics and computation in cortical networks

by Lyle Muller

Postdoctoral and graduate research positions are available at Western University<http://mullerlab.ca/> (London, ON) and the Fields Lab for Network Science<http://www.fields.utoronto.ca/activities/fields-lab-network-science> (Toronto, ON). These positions will be supervised by Lyle Muller and involve collaborations with advanced methods of brain imaging (Mark Schnitzer, Stanford), neuroengineering (Duygu Kuzum, UCSD), theoretical neuroscience (Todd Coleman, Stanford), and neurophysiology of visual perception (John Reynolds, Salk Institute for Biological Studies). In collaboration with this multi-disciplinary team, researchers will bring together data science, computational science, and applied mathematics to understand spatiotemporal dynamics and computation in the circuits of neocortex. The project may include intermittent travel between labs to present results and facilitate collaborative work. Recent publications from the lab include: * Davis Z*, Muller L*, Martinez-Trujillo J, Sejnowski TJ, Reynolds J (2020) Spontaneous traveling cortical waves gate perception in awake behaving primates. Nature 587: 432 – 436.<https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-020-2802-y> * Benigno G, Budzinski RC, Davis Z, Reynolds J, Muller L (2023) Waves traveling over a map of visual space can ignite short-term predictions of sensory input. Nature Communications 14: 3409. <https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-023-39076-2> * Liboni L*, Budzinski RC*, Busch AN*, Löwe S, Keller TA, Welling M, Muller L (2023) Image segmentation with traveling waves in an exactly solvable recurrent neural network. arXiv:2311.16943.<https://arxiv.org/abs/2311.16943> * Busch A*, Roussy M*, … Mináč J, Sachs AJ, Palaniyappan L, Muller L*, Martinez-Trujillo JC* (2024) Neuronal activation sequences in lateral prefrontal cortex encode visuospatial working memory during virtual navigation. Nature Communications 15: 4471.<https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-024-48664-9> * Budzinski RC*, Busch A*, Mestern S, Martin E, Liboni LHB, Pasini FW, Mináč J, Coleman T, Inoue W, Muller L (2024) An exact mathematical description of computation with transient spatiotemporal dynamics in a complex-valued neural network. Communications Physics 7: 239.<https://www.nature.com/articles/s42005-024-01728-0> Prior experience with scientific computing, signal analysis, and applied mathematics is preferred. Western University offers an excellent research environment and support. Candidates can write to lmuller2(a)uwo.ca<mailto:lmuller2@uwo.ca> with a CV and short statement of interest. Both the lab and the University are deeply committed to fostering diversity and scientific outreach. Applications from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged, and any interested applicants are welcomed to write the PI directly with questions about the research environment. -- Lyle Muller http://mullerlab.ca

Dec. 2, 2024

Permanent position in mathematical stochastic modeling of neuromodulation

by Axel Hutt

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Permanent position in mathematical stochastic modeling of neuromodulation in brain networks and application to mental disorders ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The new research team NECTARINE at INRIA in Strasbourg / France aims to create a synergy between clinicians and mathematical researchers to develop new healthcare technologies. The team works on stochastic microscopic network models to describe macroscopic experimental data, such as behavior and/or encephalographic. They collaborate closely with clinicians and choose their research focus along the clinical applications. Major scientific objectives are stochastic multi-scale simulations and mean-field descriptions of neural activity on the macroscopic scale. Moreover, merging experimental data and numerical models by machine learning techniques is an additional objective. The team's clinical research focuses on neuromodulation of patients suffering from deficits in attention and temporal prediction. The team offers the possibility to apply for a permanent position as Chargé de Recherche (CR) or Directeur de Recherche (DR) in the research field of mathematical neuroscience with a strong focus on stochastic dynamics linking brain network modelling with experimental data. The new colleague should have a strong expertise in mathematical modeling with a focus on stochastic nonlinear dynamics and/or network dynamics, as well as strong interest in clinical applications. Strong programming skills are mandatory. INRIA is a French National Institute for Research in Digital Science and Technology ( [ https://www.inria.fr/en | https://www.inria.fr/en ] ) with 9 research centres in France. The new team will be located in the centre of Strasbourg on the hospital campus as part of the Research Centre in Nancy. The application deadline will be January 15, 2025 , but it is strongly recommended to contact us well in advance. For more details or sending your application documents (motivation letter, CV including publication list), please contact Dr. Axel Hutt (email: axel.hutt(a)inria.fr ) . -- Axel Hutt Directeur de Recherche Equipe MIMESIS INRIA Nancy Grand Est Bâtiment IHU 1, Place de l'Hopital 67000 Strasbourg, France [ https://mimesis.inria.fr/members/axel-hutt/ | https://mimesis.inria.fr/members/axel-hutt/ ]

Dec. 2, 2024

Postdoctral position at the Department of Biomedical Data Science, School of Medicine, Fujita Health University (FHU), Aichi, Japan

by 浦久保秀俊

We invite applications for an enthusiastic postdoctoral researcher in the area of computational neuroscience or systems biology. A new collaborative project with Kyushu U (#) has been launched to elucidate biochemical signaling involved in the development of the olfactory system. We are working on a project to simulate how neural circuits in the brain acquire function through development. As an example, we are focusing on the process of mitral cell dendritic pruning that leads to the acquisition of odor selectivity (Fujimoto 2023, Dev Cell 58, 1221–1236). This process is governed by the coupling of biochemical signaling of small G proteins and neuronal electrical activity. In addition, the neural circuit simulation will be performed to elucidate the emergent process of odor information processing. The NEURON simulator or other platform simulators will be useful for this project. (#) Grant-in-Aid for Transformative Research Areas(A), Japan Society of the Promotion of Science (JSPS), Japan. https://plaza.umin.ac.jp/dynamic-brain/en/ 1. Job title Full-time Postdoctoral Researcher 2. Begin date January 1st 2025 or later (negotiable) 3. Appointment period Annually renewed based on evaluation. Up to March/2029. 4. Workplace Fujita Health University (FHU), Aichi, Japan https://www.fujita-hu.ac.jp/en/ 1-98 Dengakugakubo, Kutsukake-cho, Toyoake, Aichi 470-1192, Japan 5. Qualifications Applicants must: - have Ph.D. (or be near the completion of the degree). - have strong motivations and ambitions to participate in the research above. 6. Compensation Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Social insurance will be applied. Days off include public holidays, New Year's holidays (Dec. 29 - Jan 3), summer vacation, and sick leave. These and other provisions are in accordance with FHU regulations. 7. Required documents Please send the following five materials to the email address below: 1. Complete CV 2. List of publications 3. Reprints of 1 to 3 major publications 4. Document (one or two pages in A4 or letter size) describing: - Summary of your previous research and current interest. - Relevance to the project research and potential contributions. Describe your skills in neuronal and neural circuit simulations and their relevance to Fujimoto 2023 (Dev Cell 58, 1221-1236). - Technical skills (programming skills, etc). 5. One letter of recommendation, if available, from the current supervisor. 8. Selection Selection will be made based on application screening and interviews. 9. Others No smoking allowed on the premises of FHU. 10. Application and Contact Hidetoshi Urakubo, Ph.D. Email: hidetoshi.urakubo(a)fujita-hu.ac.jp Department of Biomedical Data Science, School of Medicine, Fujita Health University (FHU), 1-98 Dengakugakubo, Kutsukake-cho, Toyoake, Aichi 470-1192, Japan Phone: +81-562-93-9628 https://researchmap.jp/urakubo?lang=en https://www.fujita-hu.ac.jp/~datascience/

Dec. 2, 2024

Fully funded 3-year PhD scholarships in computational neuroscience, neurotechnology and AI available

by Wong-Lin, Kongfatt

============================================================== Professor KongFatt Wong-Lin has several fully funded 3-year PhD research scholarships in computational neuroscience, neurotechnology and AI available. He is the lead/main supervisor for two of the available PhD scholarships on bridging fundamental cognitive computational neuroscience of decision-making and learning to brain-inspired AI algorithms. Applications are available from 2nd December 2024 at: * https://www.ulster.ac.uk/doctoralcollege/find-a-phd/11b-intelligent-systems… [Open to international or UK/Ireland applicants; deadline: 24th February 2025] * https://www.ulster.ac.uk/doctoralcollege/find-a-phd/11b-intelligent-systems… [Open to international or UK/Ireland applicants; deadline: 24th February 2025] Two other PhD scholarships are also available on neurotechnology and machine learning: * https://www.ulster.ac.uk/doctoralcollege/find-a-phd/11b-intelligent-systems… [Open to international or UK/Ireland applicants; deadline: 24th February 2025] * https://www.ulster.ac.uk/doctoralcollege/find-a-phd/11b-intelligent-systems… [Open only to UK/Ireland applicants; deadline 9th Jan 2025] Please kindly direct any queries to Prof. Wong-Lin (k.wong-lin(a)ulster.ac.uk) Many thanks. The research teams involved in the PhD projects: * https://www.ulster.ac.uk/research/topic/computer-science/intelligent-system… * https://www.ulster.ac.uk/research/topic/computer-science/intelligent-system… Our School and its Intelligent Systems Research Centre (https://www.ulster.ac.uk/research/topic/computer-science/intelligent-system…) have neuroscience and AI related research communities and facilities in: * NeuroAI and computational neuroscience * Brain-computer interfaces/non-invasive neurotech * MEG and EEG brain imaging * Neuromorphic computing * Cognitive robotics * High-performance computing ----------------- In 2021, Ulster University was, in the UK: * ranked 2nd for Ph.D. researcher satisfaction * 6th largest Computer Science and Informatics unit * 7th for world-leading or internationally excellent research and impact with respect to staff number. Derry~Londonderry is a vibrant, friendly and affordable city with ~100K people with high quality of life, close to stunning coastline and outdoor activities in the north and north-west of Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland. Ulster University has recently been awarded by Times Higher Education as the 'University of the Year 2024', the top higher education institution in the UK and Ireland. ============================================================== Professor KongFatt Wong-Lin Intelligent Systems Research Centre School of Computing, Engineering and Intelligent Systems Ulster University, Derry~Londonderry, UK E-mail: k.wong-lin(a)ulster.ac.uk Web: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/staff/k-wong-lin 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

Dec. 1, 2024

World wide VVTNS series: Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at 11:00 am EST| Laura Driscoll Allen Institute

by David Hansel

[image: VVTNS.png] https://www.wwtns.online <https://streaklinks.com/A9c7PbbpKY7PxB6PaAJWGD3-/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wwtns.on…> - on twitter: wwtns@TheoreticalWide You are cordially invited to the lecture given by Laura Driscoll Allen Institute on the topic of Task structure shapes underlying dynamical systems that implement computation The lecture will be held on zoom on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at *11:00 am EST * To receive the zoom link: https://www.wwtns.online/register-page *Abstract: *The talk will be in two parts. 1) First, I will present published work on multitasking artificial recurrent neural networks that revealed "dynamical motifs". Dynamical motifs are recurring patterns of network activity that implement specific computations through dynamics, such as attractors, decision boundaries and rotations. Motifs are reused across tasks and reflect the modular subtask structure of commonly studied cognitive tasks. We believe this compositional structure to be a feature of most complex cognitive tasks. This work establishes dynamical motifs as a fundamental unit of compositional computation, intermediate between neuron and network. 2) Building on these insights, we are now investigating whether shared dynamical motifs can explain the effectiveness of curriculum learning in animal behavior. Also known as animal shaping, curriculum learning is a training approach where complex tasks are learned in stages through a series of subtasks. Our work provides a novel framework for analysis of neural and behavioral data and has the potential to guide the design of optimal training protocols for both artificial systems and for animals. *About VVTNS : Launched as the World Wide Theoretical Neuroscience Seminar (WWTNS) in November 2020 and renamed in homage to Carl van Vreeswijk in Memoriam (April 20, 2022), Speakers have the occasion to talk about theoretical aspects of their work which cannot be discussed in a setting where the majority of the audience consists of experimentalists. The seminars, **held on Wednesdays at 11 am ET,** are 45-50 min long followed by a discussion. The talks are recorded with authorization of the speaker and are available to everybody on our YouTube channel.* ᐧ

Dec. 1, 2024

Postdoc in animal behaviour at Bristol University

by Conor Houghton

We have a new BBSRC funded project that will develop automated methods to quantify reward learning in chickens and dogs as well as expanding studies in mice. The project will involve both behavioural studies and working with engineers to develop novel automated devices to test reward learning in animals with minimal human interactions. The ultimate goal will be to validate methods for the unbiased assessment of animal welfare. This is an exciting opportunity to study behaviour in non-laboratory conditions and across species, including in chickens, an endlessly fascinating social animal. We are looking for someone interested in animal behaviour and keen to work on novel devices; we welcome applicants with a computer science or engineering background who is excited to be involved in experiments, or someone with an experimental background eager to learn a bit of programming and some modelling. Deadline 2024-12-17, details at https://www.bristol.ac.uk/jobs/find/details/?nPostingId=185738&nPostingTarg… and feel free to email me, as co-I, or Emma Robinson the PI (emma.s.j.robinson(a)bristol.ac.uk) for any informal queries. All the best Con ______________________________ Conor Houghton SEMT, Bristol University. Michael Ventris Building, Woodland Road BS8 1UB, Bristol conorhoughton.github.io pronouns: he / him

Nov. 30, 2024

Post-Doct Position in brain-inspired AI development at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL)

by Kirst, ChrIstoph

Post-Doctoral Researcher at UCSF and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in brain inspired AI development – start date ASAP Position Description We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher for a three-year project within the Kirst lab at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) located in San Francisco and Berkeley, California, USA. The project is at the interface between brain-inspired AI-Development and energy efficient neuro-morphic hardware development. Start date is as soon as possible (date may be negotiable) and will last for approximately 36 months. The post-doctoral researcher will join a team of researchers at UCSF and LBNL to develop on a new brain inspired AI technology for fast long sequence processing with applications to neuroscience, neuro-prosthetics and well as edge computing applications, including analysis of large data streams form X-ray microscopy and spectroscopy performed at LBNL. The AI technology will be co-developed to run on energy efficient neuro-morphic hardware based on CMOS and superconducting electronics with teams at LBNL and University of Southern California. A mix of theoretical, algorithmic and AI development work is expected, as well as communicating closely with our hardware teams. We are interested in maintaining the rich diversity in our work teams and encourage applications from all interested candidates. Qualifications The ideal candidate will have a PhD, strong quantitative, dynamical systems, computational neuroscience, and machine learning skills, experience in developing AI models, and enthusiasm for advancing AI hardware technologies. The candidate should be creative, enjoy problem-solving, and developing new tools, and be prepared to collaborate within a larger team with diverse expertise. Appropriate background/training includes systems or engineering, physics, machine learning and data science, as well as computer science. Application Instructions Please send your motivation letter, CV with publication list, one-page personal research statement, and contact information of three referees, to with subject line “[CV-POSTDOC] <Your Name>” to christoph.kirst(a)ucsf.edu Job Type: 100% Work Location: In person or remote (within the USA) Funding: The project is a collaborative project funded by the Department of Energy's Advancements in Artificial Intelligence for Science program. Christoph Kirst Assistant Professor Department of Anatomy Kavli Institute for Fundamental Neuroscience University of California San Francisco Faculty Scientist Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Sandler Neuroscience Building 675 Nelson Rising Lane, Suite 514G San Francisco, 94158, CA, USA Phone: 415-502-7372 https://profiles.ucsf.edu/christoph.kirst [cid:5776af05-17bc-46c3-9061-4f3a4a9ee2c9]

Nov. 30, 2024

Re: 2024 Bonsai Developer Conference

by Joaquin Rapela

Reminder: Bonsai Developers Conference Next Week Dear all, We’re excited to remind you that the First Bonsai Developers Conference will take place next week, from Monday, December 2, to Friday, December 6, 2024, between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM (GMT). The event will be held at the Sainsbury Wellcome Centre in London, UK, and will also be accessible online via the following Zoom link: https://ucl.zoom.us/j/98727664572 You can find the program, schedule, and other details on the official conference website: https://conference.bonsai-rx.org/2024/ If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to contact us at: conference(a)bonsai-rx.org We look forward to your participation! Best regards, Joaquin On Tue, Oct 22, 2024 at 05:27:20PM +0100, Joaquin Rapela via Comp-neuro wrote: > ⚠ Caution: External sender > > > Hello, > > We are excited to invite you to the 2024 Bonsai Developer Conference, taking > place from December 2nd to 4th, 2024, at the Sainsbury Wellcome Centre in > London, UK. This event brings together neuroscience researchers, computational > scientists, and software engineers with a shared interest in the Bonsai visual > reactive programming language. > > The conference program and additional details can be found at > https://conference.bonsai-rx.org/2024/ > > About Bonsai > ------------ > > Bonsai https://bonsai-rx.org/ is an open-source reactive visual programming language > widely use for neuroscience experimental control. > > Differently from standard programming languages where control flow is specified > by composing sequences of instructions, and checking conditional loops > for the occurrence of events, in reactive languages https://introtorx.com/ > the control flow is specified by composing event streams. By placing asynchronous > data streams front and centre, it becomes much easier to succinctly build complex > programs manipulating hundreds of parallel data sources and controllers while > retaining interoperability and modularity. > > Bonsai is a visual programming language where programs are laid out graphically. > Each node represents a data stream, and edges represent input dependencies > between streams. Parameters can be manipulated dynamically and every stream can > be inspected at runtime. This graphical approach allows users with no programming experience > to create complex asynchronous programs, and experienced Bonsai users to very quickly > deploy and manage entire systems and applications. > > Bonsai is able to interface with a large number of experimental hardware > for neuroscience experimental control, allowing researchers to easily build > sophisticated experiments. > > We look forward to see you in London! > > Best regards, > > Goncalo Lopes g.lopes(a)neurogears.org > Nicholas Guilbeault n.guilbeault(a)ucl.ac.uk > Joaquin Rapela j.rapela(a)ucl.ac.uk > > _______________________________________________ > Comp-neuro mailing list -- comp-neuro(a)lists.cnsorg.org > Mailing list webpage (to subscribe or view archives): https://www.cnsorg.org/comp-neuro-mailing-list > > To contact admin/moderators, send an email to: comp-neuro-owner(a)lists.cnsorg.org > To unsubscribe, send an email to comp-neuro-leave(a)lists.cnsorg.org

Nov. 29, 2024

Announcing Okinawa/OIST Computational Neuroscience Course 2025 (OCNC 2025)

by Erik De Schutter

The aim of the Okinawa/OIST Computational Neuroscience Course is to provide opportunities for young researchers with theoretical backgrounds to learn the latest advances in neuroscience, and for those with experimental backgrounds to have hands-on experience in computational modeling. We invite graduate students and postgraduate researchers to participate in the course, held from June 23th through July 10th, 2025 at an oceanfront seminar house of the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University. Applications are through the course web page (https://www.oist.jp/conference/ocnc-2025) only; January 1 - January 31, 2025. Applicants will receive confirmation of acceptance end of March. Like in preceding years, the 2025 OCNC will be a comprehensive three-week course covering single neurons, networks, and behaviors with ample time for student projects. The first week will focus exclusively on methods with hands-on tutorials during the afternoons, while the second and third weeks will have lectures by international and local experts. The course has a strong hands-on component based on student proposed modeling or data analysis projects, which are further refined with the help of a dedicated tutor. Applicants are required to propose their project at the time of application. For the first time we charge a modest tuition fee of 60,000JPY. The sponsor will provide lodging and meals during the course. We hope that this course will be a good opportunity for theoretical and experimental neuroscientists to meet each other and to explore the attractive nature and culture of Okinawa, the southernmost island prefecture of Japan. Lecturers: Erik De Schutter (OIST) Kenji Doya (OIST) Tomoki Fukai (OIST) Yukiko Goda (OIST) Bernd Kuhn (OIST) Alexander Mathis (EPFL, Switzerland) Mackenzie Mathis (EPFL, Switzerland) Lucy Palmer (University of Melbourne, Australia) Gerald Pao (OIST) Padmini Rangamani (University of California, San Diego, USA) Sam Reiter (OIST) Yu Takagi (National Institute of Informatics) Kazumasa Tanaka (OIST) Tim Vogels (IST Austria) Jeff Wickens (OIST)

Nov. 28, 2024

Tenure-Track, Assistant/Associate Professor in Computational Neuroscience

by Kenneth Kishida

I’m very excited to announce a new recruitment effort in the Department of Translational Neuroscience at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. I’m chairing an inclusive and diverse search committee with the hopes of expanding computational neuroscience in our highly collaborative and supportive department. Please read more and repost this ad for a new tenure track (Asst/Assoc) faculty position. Please follow the link here: Computational Neuroscience Job Posting<https://emis.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1…> -- Kenneth T. Kishida, PhD (he/him) Associate Professor Wake Forest University School of Medicine Department of Translational Neuroscience Department of Neurosurgery Department of Biomedical Engineering Bowman Gray Center for Medical Education, 475 Vine St. Winston Salem, NC 27101 office: 336-716-0419 lab: 336-716-8537 email: kkishida(a)wakehealth.edu https://school.wakehealth.edu/Faculty/K/Ken-Kishida (viz: www.kishidalab.com<http://www.kishidalab.com> ) ________________________________ This electronic message is intended only for the use of the individual(s) and entity named as recipients in the message. If you are not an intended recipient of this message, please notify the sender immediately and delete the material from any computer. Do not deliver, distribute or copy this message, and do not disclose its contents or take any action in reliance on the information it contains. Thank you.

Nov. 27, 2024

GEM2025 - Conference on generative episodic memory - call for abstracts

by Vinita Samarasinghe

The DFG-funded research consortium “FOR 2812 – Constructing scenarios of the past” is proud to announce a *call for abstracts* for its biennial conference “/Generative Episodic Memory: Interdisciplinary perspectives from neuroscience, psychology and philosophy/” *GEM 202**5.* It will be held *in person* at the Ruhr University Bochum, Germany from 2^nd to 4^th June, 2025. For more information please visit https://for2812.rub.de/gem2025. Episodic memories are widely regarded as memories of personally experienced events. Early concepts about episodic memory were based on the storage model, according to which experiential content is preserved in memory and later retrieved. However, overwhelming empirical evidence suggests that the content of episodic memory is – at least to a certain degree – constructed in the act of remembering. Even though very few contemporary researchers would oppose this view of episodic memory as a generative process, it has not become the standard paradigm of empirical memory research. This is particularly true for studies of the neural correlates of episodic memory. Further hindering progress are large conceptual differences regarding episodic memory across different fields, such as neuroscience, philosophy, and psychology. This interdisciplinary conference therefore aims to bring together researchers from all relevant fields to advance the state of the art in the research on generative episodic memory. *Keynote speakers: * Ali Boyle (LSE); Neil Burgess (UCL); Iris Engelhard (U. Utrecht); Johannes Mahr (York U.); Jeremy Manning (Dartmouth) *Funding for early career researchers is available *(visit our ECR page <https://for2812.rub.de/gem2025/early_career_researcher_programs> for more details). *Abstract* submission deadline: 15.03.2025 Submission guidelines: Abstracts must be submitted in English and be no longer than 500 words. Submitted work must be original and unpublished and submitted electronically at https://www.conftool.net/gem202 <https://www.conftool.net/gem2023/>5/ <https://www.conftool.net/gem2023/>. Types of submissions: * Talk * Symposium: Must comprise 3 talks and be interdisciplinary in nature, i.e., talks must cover at least two of the following disciplines: computational neuroscience, philosophy, psychology, neuroscience. * Poster /*For more information please visit https://for2812.rub.de or contact Vinita Samarasinghe at for2812(a)rub.de*/ Kind regards, Vinita -- Vinita Samarasinghe M.Sc., M.A. Science Manager Arbeitsgruppe Computational Neuroscience Institut für Neuroinformatik Ruhr-Universität Bochum, NB 3/73 Postfachnummer 110 Universitätstr. 150 D-44801 Bochum Tel: +49 (0)234 32 27996 Email:samarasinghe@ini.rub.de

Nov. 27, 2024

Looking for a lead designer at Thinking About Thinking (educational neuroAI non-profit that organizes conferences)

by Ruairidh Battleday

Dear Mind, Brain, and AI researchers, We very much enjoyed meeting many of you at Thinking About Thinking <http://www.thinkingaboutthinking.org/> events this past year, with some still to come in Boston <http://www.algopreneurship.ai/>! We are an educational non-profit that holds open-access research conferences and Summits on foundational computational questions in cognitive science, neuroscience, and machine learning / AI. At Thinking About Thinking we are scaling up, aiming to run more, larger open-access events and beginning to produce extra content---podcasts, blogs, interviews, etc. As part of that process, we are looking for a lead designer (who would be paid on a per-hour basis, but be a full part of the ThAT team). It is very important to us to have someone that understands cognitive science, neuroscience, and AI to do the design work, as we are very keen on keeping these sets of concepts at our core. If you think you are that person, want to join an extremely fun team working at the cutting-edge of science and society, or know anyone that might, please do reach out! Many thanks for the attention, and all the best! Ruairidh and the Team -- Dr Ruairidh McLennan Battleday BMBCh (Oxon) PhD President Thinking About Thinking (www.thinkingaboutthinking.org) Postdoctoral Research Fellow Center for Brain Science, Harvard University Center for Brains, Minds, and Machines, MIT

Nov. 26, 2024

CFP - 2025 IEEE International Conference on Advanced Robotics and Its Social Impacts (ARSO 2025)

by nagai.yukie＠mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp

Dear colleagues, 2025 IEEE International Conference on Advanced Robotics and Its Social Impacts (ARSO 2025) July 17th-19th, 2025, Osaka, Japan https://ieee-arso.org Advanced robots are expected to enter in promising applications in our future society and bring substantial impacts. The increasing implementation of AI-based components even broaden their fields of application. To ensure that these impacts are positively reflected, today, we need to extend views not only on technical aspects but also on social challenges that we might face, including safety, regulation, ethics, human factors, and philosophy. The topics of ARSO 2025 include, but are not limited to the following: • Human-robot interaction in physical & psychological aspects • Safety standards for advanced robots & autonomous systems • Legal and ethical issues for advanced robots • Impact of robotics on society, e.g. robot business, marketing & economic impact • Robotics for sustainability, climate change or civil aid • Advanced industrial robots for future manufacturing • Healthcare & medical applications • Rehabilitation and transfer robotics • Service & assistance applications • Entertainment & education robotics • Robotics & autonomous driving • Bio-inspired robotics • Soft and wearable robotics Important Dates: Submission of Organized Session Proposal: Jan. 15, 2025 Initial Paper Submission: Feb. 28, 2025 Workshop Proposal Submission: Feb. 28, 2025 Notification of Paper Acceptance: Apr. 28, 2025 Final Paper Submission: May 30, 2025 General Chairs: Minoru Asada, Japan Silvia Rossi, Italy Program Chairs: Kensuke Harada, Japan Emel Demircan, USA Astrid Weiss, Austria Best regards, Yuji Kawai and Yukie Nagai, Publicity Chairs of ARSO2025 — Yukie Nagai, Ph.D. Project Professor, The University of Tokyo nagai.yukie(a)mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp | https://developmental-robotics.jp CREST Cognitive Feelings: https://cognitive-feeling.jp CREST Cognitive Mirroring: https://cognitive-mirroring.org

Nov. 26, 2024

PhD Opportunity: Machine Learning Methods for Invariant Representations

by Georgios Exarchakis

Dear all, The *University of Bath* invites applications for a fully-funded PhD position in *Machine Learning*, as part of the prestigious *URSA competition*. This project focuses on developing *interpretable machine learning methods* for high-dimensional data, with an emphasis on recognizing symmetries and incorporating them into efficient, flexible algorithms. *Key Details* * *Supervisory Team*: Dr. Georgios Exarchakis & Prof. Michael Tipping * *Research Focus*: Interpretable and deep learning methods, feature learning, and invariant representations * *Applications*: Astronomy, quantum chemistry, medical imaging, computer vision, and more This PhD position offers the opportunity to work within a leading research environment, using state-of-the-art tools such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Scikit-Learn. The research outcomes have potential applications in diverse fields, and students are encouraged to bring creative and interdisciplinary approaches to problem-solving. *Eligibility* Applicants should have a strong academic background in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or related fields (First Class or Upper Second Honours or equivalent). A master’s degree is advantageous. Non-UK applicants must meet the English language requirements. *Funding* The studentship covers tuition fees, a stipend of *£19,237 p.a.*, and access to a training support budget for 3.5 years. For more information and details on how to apply, visit UniversityofBathPhDOpportunities <https://www.findaphd.com/phds/project/faculty-of-science-ursa-phd-project-m…>, or send an email to Georgios Exarchakis at ge394(a)bath.ac.uk. Applications close on *December 6, 2024.* Best, Georgios* *

Nov. 25, 2024

Post-doc position at EPFL on Computational Visual Neuroscience

by Dimitri Van De Ville

Dear Comp-Neuro community, Kindly find a job ad for a post-doc position at EPFL on Computational Visual Neuroscience below. Best wishes, Dimitri — Post-Doctoral Researcher at EPFL on Computational Visual Neuroscience – start date ASAP Position Description We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher for a one-year (renewable) project within the MIP:Lab of the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) located at the Campus Biotech in Geneva, Switzerland. The project is at the interface between an industrial partner (Dandelion Science) and the MIP:Lab headed by Prof. Dimitri Van De Ville. Start date is as soon as possible (date may be negotiable) and will last for approximately 15 months. At the end of the postdoc, there will be an opportunity to join the company as an employee. The post-doctoral researcher will join a team of academic and industrial group members to work on new computational modeling frameworks for rapidly time-varying functional networks in late sensory and non-sensory cortex in the context of biofeedback-influenced video viewing. A mix of theoretical, algorithmic, and empirical work is expected, in collaboration with an industrial partner in the healthcare technology/AI field providing behavioral and neural (streaming M/EEG) data. Some first-hand behavioral and neural data (M/EEG) is also expected to be acquired in the M/EEG Platform at the Campus Biotech. We are interested in maintaining the rich diversity in our work teams and encourage applications from all interested candidates. The salary range at EPFL is competitive and the quality of living in Switzerland is outstanding. Qualifications The ideal candidate will have a PhD, strong quantitative, signal processing, and machine learning skills, data analytic expertise (Python and Matlab), and enthusiasm for broadly advancing the treatment of neurological disorders. Experience with neuroimaging is required, preferably with human subjects. The candidate should be creative, enjoy problem solving, and be prepared to collaborate within a larger team with diverse expertise. Experience in commercial biomedical development is also preferred. Appropriate background/training includes systems or engineering, physics, machine learning and data science, as well as cognitive neuroscience. Application Instructions Please send your motivation letter, CV with publication list, one-page personal research statement, and contact information of three referees, to with subject line “[CV-POSTDOC] <Your Name>” to dimitri.vandeville(a)epfl.ch Job Type: 100% Work Location: In person — Dimitri Van De Ville Professor, Fellow IEEE & EURASIP Neuro-X Institute EPFL - Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne Professor, Department of Radiology and Medical Informatics University of Geneva Switzerland URL: http://miplab.epfl.ch/ Twitter: @dvdevill

Nov. 24, 2024

apply to ITCN at Penn

by Maria Neimark Geffen

The Computational Neuroscience Initiative <https://www.cni.upenn.edu/> at the University of Pennsylvania offers a new program for Interdisciplinary Training in Computational Neuroscience (ITCN) at the doctoral level. The goal of the ITCN is to train a new generation of scientists who will make quantitative links between properties of the brain and properties of the mind. ITCN trainees will learn to use computational methodology to interpret experimental results, build predictive models of brain function that inform the design of the experiments, and support an ever-growing list of applications from brain-machine interfaces in the clinic to cutting-edge forms of artificial intelligence. The ITCN brings together students and faculty <https://www.cni.upenn.edu/people> from Penn’s PhD programs in Neuroscience <https://www.med.upenn.edu/ngg/> (Biomedical Graduate Studies, Perelman School of Medicine), Bioengineering <https://be.seas.upenn.edu/doctoral/> (School of Engineering and Applied Science), Physics <https://www.physics.upenn.edu/graduate/> (School of Arts and Sciences), and Psychology <https://psychology.sas.upenn.edu/graduate> (School of Arts and Sciences). To join the ITCN, students first apply to one of those "home" PhD programs. Once admitted, students then typically apply to the ITCN before starting classes in their first year. Those selected meet with the ITCN Advisory Committee, both individually and as a group, to develop individualized training plans that meet the goals and requirements of the ITCN and each student’s home program. These plans include coursework, research, and other activities that aim to build both expertise in computational neuroscience and a sense of community in the ITCN. Details are provided below. The ITCN embraces diversity and inclusion in their many forms, including welcoming students with a broad range of personal, professional, and academic backgrounds into both our training program and the field of computational neuroscience as a whole. *Application. *The application deadline is Dec. 1 for the Penn PhD programs! Prospective PhD students must first apply and be accepted into one of our participating graduate programs: Neuroscience <https://www.med.upenn.edu/ngg/>, Bioengineering <https://be.seas.upenn.edu/doctoral/>, Physics <https://www.physics.upenn.edu/graduate/>, or Psychology <https://psychology.sas.upenn.edu/graduate> (PhD students admitted to other PhD programs at Penn may also be considered; see below for additional requirements). Students typically apply to the ITCN before starting classes in their first PhD year, although we will also consider applications from students in more advanced years who believe they will be able to meet our academic requirements. Selection into the ITCN does not require a background in computational neuroscience. Instead, we require: 1) a brief (~½ page) essay describing why you want to join the ITCN and how it would fit into your training and career plans; 2) written permission from your Graduate Chair (and, for MD-PhD or VMD-PhD students, the Director of your Combined Degree Program); and 3) if you are not in one of our four participating programs, descriptions of the funding source(s) and course and research requirements for your home PhD program. Please send your application materials, and/or any questions, to Vijay Balasubramanian <vijay(a)physics.upenn.edu>, Maria Geffen <mgeffen(a)pennmedicine.upenn.edu>, and/or Joshua Gold <jigold(a)pennmedicine.upenn.edu>.

Nov. 22, 2024

Allen Institute Modeling Software Workshop 2025 - and a brief survey

by Anton Arkhipov

Dear Colleagues, Join us at the Allen Institute Modeling Software Workshop<https://alleninstitute.org/events/2025-modeling-software-workshop/> on July 28-30, 2025 at the Allen Institute in Seattle, WA! And whether applying to the Workshop or not, please help us understand what the field needs by filling out this brief survey<https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=1pxmMn9zOUuL3daVESDT_M4…>. That will be very helpful to guide our work. About the Workshop This hands-on workshop focuses on building and simulating complex and heterogeneous network models grounded in real biological data. Participants will learn to use BMTK, SONATA, VND, our data, and models for simulating brain circuits. Applications<https://alleninstitute.submittable.com/submit/306603/2025-allen-institute-m…> are due March 15th, 2025! Selected applicants will be notified by May 1, 2025. Limited travel funding is available. We are looking forward to hearing from you. Best regards, Anton. Anton Arkhipov Investigator, Allen Institute antona(a)alleninstitute.org<mailto:antona@alleninstitute.org> alleninstitute.org<https://alleninstitute.org/> brain-map.org<https://portal.brain-map.org/>

Nov. 21, 2024

IMPRS for Language Sciences PhD Fellowships 2025

by Lam, Kevin

** IMPRS for Language Sciences PhD Fellowships 2025 ** The International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) for Language Sciences is offering two fully-funded PhD Fellowship for four years (2025-2029) with a preferred start-date in September or October, 2025. The goal of the scheme is to enable young researchers to pursue interdisciplinary research projects in the language sciences, supervised by leading scientists at the Max Planck Institute for Psycholinguistics and its partner institutes at the Radboud University -- the Centre for Language Studies and the Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour. https://www.mpi.nl/ | https://www.ru.nl/cls | https://www.ru.nl/donders Find out more about the Fellowships and read first-hand accounts of our members: https://www.mpi.nl/imprs-phd-fellowships-2025 | https://www.mpi.nl/imprs The application deadline is 6 January, 2025. Thanks in advance. Best wishes from Nijmegen, Dr. Kevin Lam, Graduate School Coordinator http://www.mpi.nl/imprs | https://www.mpi.nl/people/lam-kevin

Nov. 21, 2024

Global Summit on Open Problems for AI. Museum of Science, Boston, 4-6th December.

by Battleday, Ruairidh

Global Summit on Open Problems for AI. Museum of Science, Boston, 4-6th December. What are the next set of challenges for AI algorithms? What are the open problems in regulation & application? We are most excited to announce the Algorithmic Innovation and Entrepreneurship Global Summit on Open Problems for AI <http://www.algopreneurship.ai>. Join the USA’s leading AI researchers, policy makers, and entrepreneurs in this global Summit over three days of keynote talks, panels, and breakout sessions. Day 1 - Algorithms We ask what the fundamental challenges for developing AI algorithms are, as well as promising avenues for overcoming them. We’ll be hearing from Professor Aaron Courville (MILA), Professor Hidenori Tanaka (NTT & Harvard), Dr James Whittington (Oxford & Stanford & Zyphra), Dr Jonathan Richard Schwarz (Thomson Reuters), Dr Zi Wang (Google DeepMind) Panel on “Is this the end of Scale?” (Stanford, MIT, Kempner Institute Harvard, DeepMind, MosaicML, PillarVC) Panel on “How Should We Fund AI Research?” (Harvard Kempner Institute, Convergent Research, DeSciNYC, Advaita Capital, Flagship Pioneering) Day 2 - Ethics We ask what the fundamental ethical challenges and opportunities are for AI. Professor David Duvenaud (Toronto & Anthropic), Professor Alex "Sandy" Pentland (MIT), Dr William Casey King (Yale & Microsoft), Patricia Thaine (Private AI), Jurgita Miseviciute (Proton), Dr Aleks Jakulin (data.flowers) & Han Sheng Chia (Center for Global Development) Panel: Micro Ethics - What Can Individual Researchers Do for Ethical AI? Chair: Nicolay Hagen (NTNU) Panel institutions: Toronto, MIT, Harvard, Private AI, Anthropic, Context Fund Panel: Meso Ethics - What Can Organizations Do for Ethical AI? Chair: Professor Skyler Wang (McGill) Panel institutions: Microsoft Research, Northeastern University, Proton, Data.Flowers Panel: Macro Ethics - If AI is the answer, what is the question? Chair: Saima Fancy (Women in AI Ethics & Women in AI Governance) Panel institutions: McKinsey, Operation Hope AI Ethics Council, Center for Global Development, Academy Day 3 - Applications We ask what the fundamental challenges and opportunities are in applications for social good. Keynotes: AI for Science team (OpenAI), Dennis R. Mortensen (LaunchBrightly), Samuel Colvin (Pydantic), Professor Andreea Bobu (MIT), Professor Agata Lapedriza (Institute for Experiential AI), Dr Anna Litvak-Hinenzon (AL-Tech AI) Lightning talks: David Rose (LookOut), Albert Chen (Anago), Trevor Keith (Codapt), Waleed Atallah (Maco), Kachina Studer (Harvard/MIT), Dr Mireia Torello (AIKreate), Tanay Wakhare (Stealth) Expert session: AI & Medicine Professor Marzyeh Ghassemi (MIT), Professor Dan Nicolau Jr (Kings College London), Dr Alex Oshmyansky (Cost Price Drugs), Dr Clara-Lea Bonzel (Harvard), Anna Marie Wagner (DARPA & BOLD Corporation), Dr Salim Afshar (Harvard & RevealHealthtech), Thiri Shwesin Aung (Global Impact Assessment), Grigori Guitchounts (Flagship Pioneering) This should be an exciting and productive event, and we expect an audience of 400 of the USA’s best AI researchers and entrepreneurs, at student, early-stage, and full career levels. Student day tickets: $10 Early bird day: $20 Ruairidh <https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruairidh-battleday-648a2b65/>, James <https://www.jcrwhittington.com/>, and Dan <https://www.kcl.ac.uk/people/dan-nicolau> Thinking About Thinking <https://www.thinkingaboutthinking.org/> -- Dr Ruairidh McLennan Battleday BMBCh (Oxon) PhD President Thinking About Thinking, Inc <https://thinkingaboutthinking.org> Postdoctoral Research Fellow Center for Brain Science, Harvard University Center for Brains, Minds, and Machines, MIT

Nov. 20, 2024

PhD position - Memory - Neural Computation Group - Max Planck Institute CBS, Leipzig

by Andrej Bicanski

Dear colleagues, I am advertising a PhD position in computational neuroscience in my group (Neural Computation) - fully funded (3 years) - at the Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences in Leipzig. The position is part of an international collaborative effort (4 labs) to test and develop further computational models of episodic and spatial memory by combining human intracranial electrophysiology and computational models. Specifically, the project will explore computational/neural mechanisms underlying cognitive maps, spatial (and episodic) memory, and navigation. The candidate will have two main tasks: 1. develop new and improve existing models, 2. co-develop an analysis pipeline for human single units. Prerequisites are outstanding records in an area relevant to neuroscience. A strong quantitative background in the natural sciences, mathematics, computer science or engineering is also suitable (e.g., physics, mathematics, electrical engineering etc.). Excellent programming skills (Python, Matlab) are required. This project is part of an international collaboration with the Universities of Bonn (Prof. Lukas Kunz), Berlin (Prof. Richard Kempter), and Columbia (Prof. Josh Jacobs). Please direct potential candidates to the ad at: https://www.cbs.mpg.de/stellenmarkt/stellenangebote Reference: PhD17/24 The intended starting dates are as early as possible in 2025. Applications will be considered as long as the above advert is up. You can read more on the group here: https://www.cbs.mpg.de/psychology/neural-computation Best wishes, Andrej Bicanski -- Dr. Andrej Bicanski Neural Computation Group Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences Stephanstrasse 1a, 04103 Leipzig, Germany Email: bicanski(a)cbs.mpg.de <mailto:bicanski@cbs.mpg.de> Tel.: +49 (0)341 9940197

Nov. 19, 2024

Abstract Submission for ICMNS 2025, June 17-20 in Barcelona, Spain now Open

by Alex Roxin

Dear all, We are happy to announce that *abstract submission* for the International Conference on Mathematical Neuroscience (ICMNS) 2025, to be held in Barcelona, Spain from the 17th to the 20th of June,* is now open*. Abstract submission will remain open until December 16th. The format for submission is a single abstract of plain text plus a pdf file of supporting information in any format you please, with a maximum extension of one page. Please find the link and more details regarding the submission process on the conference website https://www.crm.cat/international-conference-on-mathematical-neuroscience-i… We are also pleased to inform you that we will have three excellent keynote speakers: Tatyana Sharpee, Tatjana Tschumachenko and Misha Tsodyks, as well as eight exciting invited speakers whose names you will find on the website. We look forward to receiving your submissions and seeing you in Barcelona this coming June! best regards, The Organizing Committee: Toni Guillamon Gemma Huguet Ernest Montbrió Alex Roxin -- Alex Roxin Computational Neuroscience Group Centre de Recerca Matemàtica Campus de Bellaterra, Edifici C 08193 Bellaterra (Barcelona) https://sites.google.com/site/alexanderroxin/home

Nov. 18, 2024

Fwd: AI Cluster Hiring of UT System Research Excellence Regents' Professorships at UTSA

by Dhireesha Kudithipudi

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), MATRIX AI Consortium, invites applications for the position of Full Professor / Associate Professor, to be appointed as a University of Texas System (UT System) Research Excellence Regents' Professor. Successful candidates will be part of a strategic Clustered & Connected Hiring Program (CCP) <https://www.utsa.edu/strategicplan/initiatives/research/strategic-hiring/cc…> focused on Artificial Intelligence, with an anticipated start date in the Fall of the 2025-26 academic year. The University of Texas System recently approved the creation of the Regents’ Research Excellence Program across its four Emerging Research Universities (ERUs), including UTSA. UT System has allocated $55 million across all four ERUs to fund the recruitment of research-active faculty to dramatically grow its national research prominence and federal funding opportunities. The positions open are in areas: 1. *Trustworthy AI/ML Algorithms (eg: neuro-inspired algorithms)* 2. *Neuromorphic AI Accelerators/Chips* 3. *Human-Centered AI* 4. *AI Ethics* The Regents Professors will be core members of the MATRIX Consortium, which is a central hub for 87 AI scientists, facilitating transdisciplinary research, fostering high-impact collaborations, and offering thought leadership and domain expertise to address the most challenging and complex problems in AI. Areas of interest include Trustworthy AI/ML Algorithms, Neuromorphic AI Accelerators, Human-centered AI, AI Ethics, all of which advance the research thrusts in the MATRIX. MATRIX strives for scientific excellence in developing holistic solutions for human well-being. The team has a successful track record in securing large collaborative grants that generated multiple centers, such as the NSF AI Partner Institute, two NSF EFRI BRAIDs, AFOSR COE in neuro-inspired AI, along with large collaborative projects in AI for healthcare. Apply here: https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psc/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE… Best Regards Dhireesha Founding Director| MATRIX <https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fai.utsa.e…> AI Consortium & NUAI <https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nuail…> Research Lab Professor| McDermott Endowed Chair| ECE/CS| UTSA

Nov. 18, 2024

Neuroinformatics Cluster Hire at UIUC

by Vlasov, Yurii A

Strategic Hiring Initiative: Neuroinformatics Cluster Hire The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) is announcing a major university-wide Strategic Hiring Initiative to hire 3 full-time tenure-track faculty positions at all levels (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Full Professor) in the area of Neuroinformatics that lies at the critical intersection of computational neuroscience, computer science, and information science with a primary focus on understanding the function of the brain in disease and health. This major institutional investment, which spans across the Grainger College of Engineering and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, seeks to expand and complement existing efforts across campus and serve as catalyst to establish UIUC as a center of excellence in understanding the function of the human brain. Additional information on this cluster hire initiative can be found on the website https://publish.illinois.edu/neuro-cluster/ Participating Departments This year the participating departments are: (1) Computer Science; (2) Electrical and Computer Engineering; (3) Bioengineering. Areas of Interest We seek applicants with expertise in computer science, biomedical informatics, and computational neuroscience, with primary research interests directed at the development and application of modern artificial intelligence or machine learning analytical tools and techniques for coordinated “big data” analyses of the state-of-the-art neuroscience datasets, such as large-scale electrophysiology, calcium/voltage imaging, multimodal brain imaging, genetic and epigenetic data, and complex behavioral datasets. Eligibility Successful candidates will be part of a large cohort of new faculty contributing to and benefiting from this rich computational systems neuroscience research environment and will have tenure homes in one of the six participating departments. Candidates interested in interactive and trans-disciplinary team research are particularly encouraged to apply. Cross-appointments between different departments are envisioned and encouraged, although each faculty member is expected to have a primary appointment in a single department. Application Instructions To ensure full consideration, candidates should apply to one or more of the six departments. Candidates should include in their application cover letters that they would like to be considered for the cluster hire program, and they should list which other departments they have applied to, if any. For other application materials, candidates should follow the directions in specific position descriptions. Candidates may be contacted if a search committee requires more information. For full consideration, apply by the closing date listed in the specific departmental position descriptions. Early applications are strongly encouraged as interviews may take place during the application periods, but hiring decisions will not be made until after the closing dates.

Nov. 18, 2024

[seminar.wwtns] World wide VVTNS series: Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at 11:00 am EST| Chris Eliasmith, University of Waterloo

by David Hansel

[image: VVTNS.png] https://www.wwtns.online <https://streaklinks.com/A9c7PbbpKY7PxB6PaAJWGD3-/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wwtns.on…> - on twitter: wwtns@TheoreticalWide You are cordially invited to the lecture given by Chris Eliasmith University of Waterloo on the topic of The algebra of cognition The lecture will be held on zoom on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at *11:00 am EST * To receive the zoom link: https://www.wwtns.online/register-page *Abstract: *In recent years, my lab and others have demonstrated the value of vector symbolic algebras (VSAs) for capturing a wide variety of neural and behavioural results. In this talk I discuss the surprising and compelling variety of tasks and styles of reasoning that are well-suited to descriptions using a specific VSA. These tasks include path integration, navigation, Bayesian reasoning, sampling, memorization, and logical inference. The resulting spiking neural network models capture various hippocampal cell types (grid, place, border, etc.), behavioural errors, and a variety of observed neural dynamics. *About VVTNS : Launched as the World Wide Theoretical Neuroscience Seminar (WWTNS) in November 2020 and renamed in homage to Carl van Vreeswijk in Memoriam (April 20, 2022), Speakers have the occasion to talk about theoretical aspects of their work which cannot be discussed in a setting where the majority of the audience consists of experimentalists. The seminars, **held on Wednesdays at 11 am ET,** are 45-50 min long followed by a discussion. The talks are recorded with authorization of the speaker and are available to everybody on our YouTube channel.* ᐧ

Nov. 17, 2024

1 Postdoc and 1 PhD position on predictive representations / dynamic RSA, CIMeC, Uni Trento, Italy

by Moritz Wurm

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

Nov. 17, 2024

[Meetings] BrainModesBilbao 2024 - Free streaming of the conference

by Asier Erramuzpe Aliaga

On behalf of the Organization Committee of BrainModesBilbao Since its inception in 2007, the BrainModes conference series has been a beacon for the neuroscience community, drawing attention to the intricate dynamics of brain functionality. These topics are at the forefront of hashtag#neuroscience research, offering novel insights into how the brain operates as a complex system. By focusing on these areas BrainModesBilbao2024 will serve as a vibrant platform for both emerging and established researchers, clinicians, and scholars to exchange ideas, consolidate collaborations, and discuss the latest advancements in the field. https://brainmodes-bilbao-2024.eu/ FREE streaming YouTube! (no registration needed) Nov. 18 - 21, 2024 Check the program below Live-streaming links: 🔗 Monday November 18 (PM) https://lnkd.in/d63r2hXA 🔗 Tuesday November 19 (AM) https://lnkd.in/disMj94P (PM) https://lnkd.in/dXxVFbPp 🔗 Wednesday November 20 (AM) https://lnkd.in/dbvG9fdu (PM) https://lnkd.in/dk6gArpp 🔗 Thursday November 21 (AM) https://lnkd.in/dCzkTeAT This free streaming is made possible by the support of the Euskampus Fundazioa. #BrainModesBilbao plenary speakers: ▪️ Petra Ritter, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin ▪️ Daniel Margulies, CNRS ▪️ Peter A. Robinson, University of Sydney ▪️ Danielle Kurtin, Imperial College London ▪️ Ana Solodkin, The University of Texas at Dallas ▪️ Alex Fornito, Monash University ▪️ Jil Meier, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin ▪️ Jakub Vohryzek, Universitat Pompeu Fabra ▪️ Hanna Honcamp, University of Maastricht ▪️ Alessandro Gozzi, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia ▪️ Marta Xavier, University of Lisbon ▪️ Gustavo Deco, Universitat Pompeu Fabra ▪️ Giulia Petri, École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne, EPFL ▪️ Maurizio Corbetta, Università degli Studi di Padova ▪️ Izaro Fernandez Iriondo, IIS Biobizkaia ▪️ Viktor Jirsa, INS - Institut de Neurosciences des Systèmes ▪️ Sophia Forsberg Tibblin, hashtag#BCC Basque Center on Cognition ▪️ Joana Cabral, ICVS - Life and Health Sciences Research Institute ▪️ Andrés Lozano, University of Toronto ▪️ Diego Vidaurre, Aarhus University ▪️ Marilyn Gatica, University of London ▪️ Adrián Ponce Alvarez, CFIS - UPC (Polytechnic University of Catalonia) Organizers: ▪️Wael El-Deredy ▪️Joana Cabral ▪️Adolfo LOPEZ DE MUNAIN ARREGUI ▪️Jesus Cortes Supported by Computational Neuroimaging Lab Bilbao Sponsored by Biometriks Health, BrainModes Bilbao 2024 is hosted by Cruces University Hospital. Participating institutions: ▪️Osakidetza ▪️Hospital Universitario Cruces - OSI Ezkerraldea Enkarterri Cruces ▪️IIS Biobizkaia ▪️Universidad del País Vasco/Euskal Herriko Unibertsitatea

Nov. 17, 2024

CALL FOR PAPERS - BIOSIGNALS 2025 - DECIDE SPECIAL SESSION IN PERSONALIZED BRAIN MEDICINE

by Vassilis Cutsuridis

Dear colleagues, You are invited to submit a paper to DECIDE 2025 Special Session<https://biostec.scitevents.org/DECIDE.aspx> hosted by the BIOSIGNALS 2025<https://biosignals.scitevents.org/Home.aspx> conference to be held on 20-22 February 2025 in Porto, Portugal Title: Data- and Theory-Driven Approaches in Personalized Brain Medicine: from Diagnosis to Treatment (DECIDE) Scope: Deciding the right diagnosis, the best treatment and predicting the evolution of the disease is of paramount importance in personalized medicine. Diseases are dynamic and very heterogeneous. Etiologies are complex and often several hypotheses are needed to explain their pathogenesis. This is because studies carried out isolate the effects of a single mechanism and not the interaction of many mechanisms. This leads to a set of conflicting results difficult to interpret. Data-driven (ML/DL) and theory driven (Dynamical models) approaches dealing with diverse data are increasingly used in medicine. Bridging the gap between data- and theory-driven approaches is the central theme of the special session. Real progress in personalized medicine can only be made via such cross-disciplinary interactions. Topics of interest Topics of interest include, but are not limited to: * Computational/mathematical models of drug and stimulation treatments and therapies * Data processing, image and signal reconstruction and enhancement and cross-modality synthesis * Development of a culture of mathematical and computational modelling of brain diseases that will benefit those in clinical practice * Extraction of biomarkers from ‘omics’, signal and imaging data * Machine learning algorithms for prediction of disease evolution * Machine learning algorithms in disease detection and diagnosis * Multi-scale, multi-level models of disease understanding * Translation research on the dynamics of diseases into treatments for age related illnesses Important Dates Paper Submission: December 18, 2024 Authors Notification: January 14, 2025 Camera Ready and Registration: January 22, 2025 Publications Extensions of selected papers will be hosted in a Cognitive Computation journal (Springer-Nature)<https://link.springer.com/journal/12559> special issue organized by the event organizers. Kind regards, Vassilis --- Dr Vassilis Cutsuridis Associate Professor in Computer Science School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics University of Plymouth, Drake Circus, Plymouth, UK, PL4 8AA Email: vassilis.cutsuridis(a)plymouth.ac.uk Web: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/vassilis-cutsuridis ________________________________ [https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/images/email_footer.gif]<http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/worldclass> This email and any files with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the recipient to whom it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient then copying, distribution or other use of the information contained is strictly prohibited and you should not rely on it. If you have received this email in error please let the sender know immediately and delete it from your system(s). Internet emails are not necessarily secure. While we take every care, University of Plymouth accepts no responsibility for viruses and it is your responsibility to scan emails and their attachments. University of Plymouth does not accept responsibility for any changes made after it was sent. Nothing in this email or its attachments constitutes an order for goods or services unless accompanied by an official order form.

Nov. 15, 2024

[Meetings] 2025 Nengo Summer School Call For Applications

by Michael Furlong

Dear colleagues, [All details about this school can be found online at https://www.nengo.ai/summer-school] The Centre for Theoretical Neuroscience at the University of Waterloo is excited to announce our 10th annual Nengo summer school on large-scale brain modelling and neuromorphic computing. This two-week school will teach participants to use the Nengo simulation package to build state-of-the-art cognitive and neural models to run both in simulation and on neuromorphic hardware. Summer school participants will be given on-site access to neuromorphic hardware and will learn to run high-level applications using Nengo! More generally, Nengo provides users with a versatile and powerful environment for designing cognitive and neural systems and has been used to build what is currently the world's largest functional brain model, Spaun, which includes spiking deep learning, reinforcement learning, adaptive motor control, and cognitive control networks. For a look at the last in-person summer school, check out this short video: https://youtu.be/nFYTqieEnSY We welcome applications from all interested graduate students, postdocs, professors, and industry professionals with a relevant background. ***Application Deadline: February 1, 2025*** Format: A combination of tutorials and project-based work. Participants are encouraged to bring their own ideas for projects, which may focus on testing hypotheses, modelling neural or cognitive data, implementing specific behavioural functions with neurons, expanding past models, or providing a proof-of-concept of various neural mechanisms. Hands-on tutorials, work on individual or group projects, and talks from invited faculty members will make up the bulk of day-to-day activities. A project demonstration event will be held on the last day of the school, with prizes for strong projects! Participants will have the opportunity to learn how to: * interface Nengo with various kinds of neuromorphic hardware (e.g. BrainDrop, SpiNNaker) * build perceptual, motor, and sophisticated cognitive models using spiking neurons * model anatomical, electrophysiological, cognitive, and behavioural data * use a variety of single cell models within a large-scale model  * integrate machine learning methods into biologically oriented models * interface Nengo with cameras and robotic systems * implement modern nonlinear control methods in neural models * and much more… Date and Location: June 1st to June 13th, 2025 at the University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. Applications: Please visit http://www.nengo.ai/summer-school, where you can find more information regarding costs, travel, lodging, along with an application form listing required materials. If you have any questions about the school or the application process, please contact Michael Furlong (michael.furlong(a)uwaterloo.ca) The school is partly supported by ABR, Inc. We look forward to hearing from you!

Nov. 15, 2024

Fwd: Open-rank Faculty Position in Computational Neuroscience at NYU

by Jooyeon Kim

Dear Moderator, If you could please post the following ad that would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Best, Joo *Open-rank Faculty Position in Computational Neuroscience* *New York University * *Arts & Science (A&S)* *Center for Neural Science * *Interfolio link: * http://apply.interfolio.com/15776 <http://apply.interfolio.com/157767> *Location* Center for Neural Science *Open Date* Nov 1, 2024 *Deadline* Review of applications will begin Jan 10, 2025 *Description* The Center for Neural Science (CNS) at New York University (NYU) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track or tenured, open-rank faculty position. We seek scholars who carry out innovative, rigorous, and impactful research in computational neuroscience, preferably with a focus on the theory of neural circuits. At CNS, our faculty have broad interests in experimental and computational neuroscience, and we foster a collaborative and inclusive environment, supportive of new faculty. The successful candidate will be expected to lead an internationally recognized research program, with a commitment to excellence in teaching, and will become part of a vibrant neuroscience community spanning the Arts and Sciences at the Washington Square campus and the School of Medicine. More information about our department can be found at www.cns.nyu.edu. The appointment can begin as early as September 1, 2025, pending administrative and budgetary approval. *Qualifications* Candidates should have a PhD, MD, or equivalent degree, postdoctoral experience, and a strong record of research achievement. Appointees will establish their own independent research program and contribute to the teaching of undergraduate and graduate students. *Application Instructions* Completed applications must be submitted by midnight (EST) on December 31, 2024. Please provide the following materials through Interfolio: • Cover letter that includes a brief summary of your most significant research. accomplishments. • Curriculum vitae. • Concise research statement (no more than three pages) that describes (a) your experience and qualifications and (b) your goals and vision for an independent research program. • Three recommendation letters, submitted by the referees through Interfolio dossier services. • Copies of at least three representative publications. • Teaching statement (no more than one page). • A statement (no more than one page) that outlines the work that the candidate has done or will do to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in their discipline, research, classroom or community. For any questions, please contact Jooyeon Kim jk3062(a)nyu.edu . Diversity and inclusion are important parts of the NYU mission. Statements addressing diversity and inclusion should describe how your (1) scholarship, (2) teaching and mentoring, and/or (3) service and engagement demonstrate your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are particularly interested in hearing about (1) concrete steps you have taken (or are planning to take) to foster an inclusive intellectual environment in your research lab, in the classroom, in the department and on campus, and/or in your field more generally, and (2) how these steps connect with your broader views on the topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Arts & Science at NYU is at the heart of a leading research university that spans the globe. We seek scholars of the highest caliber, who embody the diversity of the United States as well as the global society in which we live. Because broad diversity is essential for creating an inclusive climate, we are committed to the fair treatment of and equal access to opportunity and advancement for all and will assess the many qualifications of all applicants. We strongly encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, and other individuals who are under-represented in the profession, across color, creed, race, ethnic and national origin, physical ability, gender and sexual identity, or any other legally protected basis. NYU affirms the value of differing perspectives on the world as we strive to build the strongest possible university with the widest reach. To learn more about the A&S commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion, please read here: http://as.nyu.edu/facultydiversity.html *Employment Opportunity Statement* For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. *Sustainability Statement * NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability *Pay Transparency* In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $89,000 - $129,000 at the rank of Assistant Professor; $115,000 to $175,000 at the rank of Associate Professor; and $150,000 to $240,000 at the rank of full Professor. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Nov. 15, 2024

2 postdoc openings in live rodent recording + computational modeling

by Giorgio Ascoli

The Ascoli and Dannenberg labs are looking for 2 postdocs for a newly NIH-funded collaborative project: an experimental one for in vivo recordings in live behaving mice, and a computational one for a corresponding large-scale data-driven spiking neural network model. The details and application instructions are at krasnow1.gmu.edu/cn3/Postdoc2positions_Ascoli_Dannenberg.pdf<https://krasnow1.gmu.edu/cn3/Postdoc2positions_Ascoli_Dannenberg.pdf>. If you are/know the right candidate(s), please apply/send them our ways! If not, we'll appreciate your help in circulating. ---------------- Giorgio Ascoli<https://krasnow1.gmu.edu/cn3/ascoli>, PhD Distinguished University Professor Bioengineering Department<https://bioengineering.gmu.edu/>, College of Engineering & Computing<https://cec.gmu.edu/> Neuroscience Program<https://neuroscience.gmu.edu/>, Krasnow Institute for Advanced Study Director, Center for Neural Informatics, Structures, & Plasticity<https://krasnow1.gmu.edu/cn3> MS2A1 - George Mason University<https://www.gmu.edu/>, Fairfax, VA 22030-4444 (USA) Author of "Trees of the Brain, Roots of the Mind<https://www.amazon.com/Trees-Brain-Roots-Giorgio-Ascoli/dp/0262028980/>" (MIT Press, 2015<https://mitpress.mit.edu/9780262028981/trees-of-the-brain-roots-of-the-mind/>) Founding Editor-in-Chief, Neuroinformatics<https://link.springer.com/journal/12021> AIMBE<https://aimbe.org/> fellow

Nov. 15, 2024

Workshop Announcement: Multiscale Modeling with MOOSE at ICSB 2024

by Subhasis Ray

Dear Colleagues, We are conducting a tutorial workshop on "Multiscale Modeling with MOOSE," on 30th November, 2024 at the 23rd International Conference on Systems Biology (ICSB) to be held at IIT Bombay, India ( https://www.icsb2024.com/workshops) The objective of this workshop is to familiarize participants with MOOSE (( https://moose.ncbs.res.in) a comprehensive simulation platform designed for computational modeling in neuroscience and systems biology. Key details: - Workshop Date: November 30, 2024 at IIT Bombay - Format: In-person - Registration: Free (only available to registered ICSB 2024 participants), please register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScklji250_DTrr3UJgqHyWgGxev3qdbWLe… - Registration deadline for the workshop: 23rd November 2024 - Support: Seats for this workshop are limited and participants will receive a maximum travel support of INR 1000. - Food: Hot beverages, snacks and lunch will be provided for free. The workshop is being jointly organized by Dr. Subhasis Ray (CHINTA and IAI, TCG Crest, Kolkata) and Prof. Upinder S. Bhalla (NCBS, TIFR, Bangalore) with funding from the Kavli Foundation. Best regards, Subha --- Subhasis Ray, PhD Associate Professor CHINTA and IAI, TCG CREST Salt Lake, Sector-5 Kolkata, India Webpage: https://www.tcgcrest.org/people/subhasis-ray/ Lab website: https://rayslab.github.io

Nov. 14, 2024

Be Part of COMPLEX NETWORKS 2024 – Register Today for Istanbul’s Premier Event in Network Science!

by Genevieve Jourdain-Lambert

*December 10 – 12, 2024 | Istanbul, Turkey* *13th International Conference on Complex Networks & Their Applications* Join us in Istanbul for an inspiring, knowledge-packed three days as leading researchers and practitioners worldwide come together to explore the latest advances in network science. This year's conference will feature insightful keynotes, skill-building tutorials, and numerous opportunities for professional networking and collaboration. *Registration*: complexnetworks.org/registration/ *KEYNOTE SPEAKERS* · Federico Battiston <https://people.ceu.edu/federico_battiston> - Central European University, Austria - *Higher Order Network Science* · Tina Eliassi-Rad <https://www.khoury.northeastern.edu/people/tina-eliassi-rad/> - Northeastern University, USA *– Stability of Graph Machine learning Models* · Frank Emmert-Streib <https://www.tuni.fi/en/frank-emmert-streib> - Tampere University, Finland – *From Digital Twins to Complexity Data Science* · Filippo Menczer <https://cnets.indiana.edu/fil/> - Indiana University, USA – *AI and Social Media Manipulation: the Good, the Bad & the Ugly* · Luciano Pietronero <http://www.lucianopietronero.it/>* - *University of Rome, Italy – *Economic Fitness: Concepts, Methods & Applications* *TUTORIALS (December 9, 2024)* Enhance your skills with our pre-conference tutorials (separate registration required): · Alessandro Galeazzi <https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=DK0tXAIAAAAJ&hl=en> - University of Padova, Italy – *Unveiling Echo Chambers & Users Opinions on Online Social Media* · Clara Stegehuis <https://www.clarastegehuis.nl/> - Twente University, The Netherlands – *Mathematical Analysis & Applications of Network Motifs* *Why Attend?* · *Expand Your Knowledge* with the latest insights from leading voices in complex network science. · *Build Your Network* at coffee breaks, receptions, and social events designed to foster collaborations. · *Engage and Contribute* to discussions that shape the future of complex networks research. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to be part of a vibrant, global community at the intersection of research and application. *Looking forward to welcoming you in Istanbul!* The organizers

Nov. 13, 2024

COSYNE 2025: Travel grants; Registration is open

by Tomas Hromadka

==================================================== Computational and Systems Neuroscience 2025 (Cosyne) MAIN MEETING 27 March - 30 March 2025 Montreal, Canada WORKSHOPS 31 March - 01 April 2025 Mont-Tremblant, Canada www.cosyne.org ==================================================== IMPORTANT DATES Registration is now open. Travel grants applications are now open. Travel grant applications deadlines: *06 December 2024, 11.59PM PST (Undergraduate Travel Grant)* 06 January 2025, 11.59PM PST (Other travel grants) ---------------------------------------------------- COSYNE MEETING & WORKSHOPS ---------------------------------------------------- The annual Cosyne meeting provides an inclusive forum for the exchange of empirical and theoretical approaches to problems in systems neuroscience, in order to understand how neural systems function. The MAIN MEETING is single-track. A set of invited talks is selected by the Executive Committee, and additional talks and posters are selected by the Program Committee, based on submitted abstracts. The WORKSHOPS feature in-depth discussion of current topics of interest, in a small group setting. Cosyne topics include but are not limited to: neural basis of behavior, sensory and motor systems, circuitry, learning, neural coding, natural scene statistics, dendritic computation, neural basis of persistent activity, nonlinear receptive field mapping, representations of time and sequence, reward systems, decision-making, synaptic plasticity, map formation and plasticity, population coding, attention, neuromodulation, and computation with spiking networks. Participants include pure experimentalists, pure theorists, and everything in between. ---------------------------------------------------- TRAVEL GRANTS ---------------------------------------------------- Applications are now open for travel grants to attend the conference. Each awardee will receive at least $500 to help offset the costs of travel, registration, and accommodations. Larger grants may be available to those traveling from outside North America or having other declared needs. Special consideration is given to scientists who have not previously attended the meeting, under-represented minorities, students who are attending the meeting together with a mentor, undergraduate students, and authors of submitted Cosyne abstracts. We currently offer five travel grant programs for New Attendees, Presenters, Mentors, Undergraduates, and Childcare travel grants. For details on applying, see www.cosyne.org/travel-grants. ----------------------------------------------------- COSYNE 2025 INVITED SPEAKERS ----------------------------------------------------- Max Bennett (Alby) Beth Buffalo (U Washington) Patricia Churchland (UCSD) Eva Dyer (GATECH) Greg Field (UCLA) Julijana Georgieva (TU Munich) Gaby Maimon (Rockefeller U) Cris Niell (U Oregon) Blake Richards (McGill) Fan Wang (MIT) Tim Vogels (IST Austria) Lenka Zdeborova (EPFL) ----------------------------------------------------- COSYNE 2025 COMMITTEES ----------------------------------------------------- ORGANIZING COMMITTEE General Chairs: Bing Brunton (U Washington) and Chandramouli Chandrasekaran (Boston U) Program Chairs: Tatiana Engel (CSHL) and Kevin Franks (Duke) Workshop Chairs: SueYeon Chung (NYU) and Guillaume Lajoie (MILA/U Montreal) Tutorial Chair: Talmo Pereira (Salk) DEIA Committee: Denise Cai (Mount Sinai) and Luke Sjulson (Albert Einstein) Undergraduate Travel Chairs: Kimberly Stachenfeld (DeepMind) and Marcelo Mattar (NYU) Fundraising Chair: Michael Long (NYU) Social Media Chair: Sabera Talukder (Caltech) Audio-Video Media Chair: Carlos Stein Brito (Chamaplimaud) Poster Design: Maja Bialon PROGRAM COMMITTEE Tatiana Engel (CSHL) Co-chair Kevin Franks (Duke) Co-chair Mikio Aoi (UCSD) Arkarup Banerjee (CSHL) Marcus Benna (UCSD) Adrian Bondy (Princeton) Timothy Buschman (Princeton) Celine Cammarata (Duke) Alex Cayco Gajic (Ecole Normale Superieure) Hannah Choi (Gatech) Benjamin Cowley (CSHL) Carina Curto (Brown) Brian DePasquale (Boston U) Sridhar Devarajan (Indian Inst Sci) Laura Driscoll (Stanford) Ann Duan (UCL) Lea Duncker (Stanford) Annegret Falkner (Princeton) Arseny Finkelstein (Tel Aviv U) Rainer Friedrich (Friedrich Miescher Institute) Juan Gallego (Imperial) Matthew Golub (U Washington) Bilal Haider (Georgia Tech) Kiah Hardcastle (Harvard) Ann Hermundstad (Janelia) Michele Insanally (U Pitt) Monika Jadi (Yale) Jonathan Kao (UCLA) Kohitij Kar (York U) Ann Kennedy (Northwestern) Guillaume Lajoie (MILA) Anna Levina (U Tubingen) Laura Lewis (MIT) Camilo Libedinsky (National U Singapore) Ashok Litwin-Kumar (Columbia) Laureline Logiaco (MIT) Emilie Mace (Max Planck) Francesca Mastrogiuseppe (Champalimaud) Luca Mazzucato (U Oregon) Jorge Mejias (U Amsterdam) Jonathan Michaels (York U) Eilif Muller (U Montreal) James Murray (U Oregon) Hendrikje Nienborg (NIH) Gouki Okazawa (Chinese Acad Sci) Marino Pagan (U Edinburgh) Hannah Payne (Columbia) Talmo Pereira (Salk) Erin Rich (Mount Sinai) Ben Scott (Boston U) Nicholas Steinmetz (U Washington) Carsen Stringer (HHMI) Marie Suver (Vanderbilt) Tatjana Tchumatchenko (U Bonn) John Tuthill (U Washington) Ali Weber (Bryn Mawr) Brady Weissbourd (MIT) Alex Williams (NYU) Klaus Wimmer (CRM) Brad Wyble (Penn State) EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Stephanie Palmer (U Chicago) Anne-Marie Oswald (U Pittsburgh) Alexandre Pouget (U Geneva) Anthony Zador (CSHL) CONTACT meeting [at] cosyne.org ----------------------------------------------------- COSYNE MAILING LISTS ----------------------------------------------------- Please consider adding yourself to Cosyne mailing lists (groups) to receive email updates with various Cosyne-related information and join in helpful discussions. See www.cosyne.org/mailing-lists for details.

Nov. 12, 2024

Organizing scientific events in neuroscience - Online Workshop, Dec 5th

by Mateusz Kostecki

Hello! We are happy to announce our new workshop! Organizing scientific events—workshops, summer schools, conferences, symposia—seems like a complex and overwhelming endeavor. You need to design the structure of your event, secure funding, invite guests, promote it, process payments, and contact participants; you need to take care of catering, flights, hotels, and dates. It is a lot, but with a proper approach, some knowledge, and the right people around you, you can organize a successful event even with limited resources. During our workshop, you will learn how to: - design your event, select its target and set goals - secure funding: find sponsors, write grant applications - promote your event on social media and mailing groups - how to approach graphic design - how to contact guests and prepare invitations - how to proceed with funding: event fees, grants, sponsors’ money - how to ensure a good atmosphere - what to do afterward And much more! The event will take place on Thursday, Dec 5th at Nencki Institute, 10 AM – 1 PM. The cost of the workshop is EUR 25. Please find the application form here: https://nenckiopenlab.org/organizing-scientific-events/. The deadline for applications is Nov 25th. Best, NOL Team -- --- Mateusz Kostecki PhD Student Knapska Laboratory Nencki Institute 02-093 Warsaw, Pasteura 3, Poland https://twitter.com/mtkostecki https://evolvingbehavior.blog/

Nov. 12, 2024

Call for Workshop Proposals on Complex Systems at FRCCS 2025

by Hocine Cherifi

The FRCCS 2025 <https://iutdijon.u-bourgogne.fr/ccs-france/> Organizing Committee invites proposals for full- or half-day workshops on Complex Systems, taking place May 21-23, 2025. We welcome multidisciplinary workshops that foster collaboration and explore emerging topics. Workshops can include discussions, demos, panels, and more. Key Details: - Proposal Deadline: January 12, 2024 - Workshop Format: Full-day (7 hours) or Half-day (4 hours), with breaks - Organizer Responsibilities: Manage sessions, issue a Call for Papers, and coordinate reviews - Incentives: Waived registration for workshops with over six contributions Submission Requirements (2-4 pages, PDF): - Title, overview, organizers, format, duration, logistics needs, and expected participants. Accepted workshop contributions will appear in the FRCCS 2025 companion book. Select contributions may be invited for publication in partner journals. Submit your proposal to the Workshop Proposal Track on CMT : https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/FRCCS2025/ For full details, visit the FRCCS website <https://iutdijon.u-bourgogne.fr/ccs-france/workshops-proposals/>, ( https://iutdijon.u-bourgogne.fr/ccs-france/workshops-proposals/) <https://iutdijon.u-bourgogne.fr/ccs-france/workshops-proposals/> or contact the Workshop Chair: Maria Malek (maria.malek(a)cyu.fr) Join us at COMPLEX NETWORKS 2024 <https://www.complexnetworks.org/> *-------------------------* Hocine CHERIFI University of Burgundy Franche-Comté Laboratoire* I*nterdisciplinaire *C*arnot de *B*ourgogne - ICB UMR 6303 CNRS Editor in Chief Plos Complex Systems <https://plos.org/complex-systems-research-journal/#:~:text=PLOS%20Complex%2….> Founding & Adisory Editor Applied Network Science <https://appliednetsci.springeropen.com/> Editorial Board member PLOS One <https://journals.plos.org/plosone/>, IEEE ACCESS <https://ieeeaccess.ieee.org/?http%3A%2F%2Fieeeaccess_ieee_org%2F>, Scientific Reports <https://www.nature.com/srep/>, Journal of Imaging <https://www.mdpi.com/journal/jimaging>, Quality and Quantity <https://www.springer.com/journal/11135/>, Computational Social Networks <https://computationalsocialnetworks.springeropen.com/>, Complex Systems <https://www.complex-systems.com/>

Nov. 12, 2024

Brains in Space Colloquium - 19.11.24 - Russell Epstein - University of Pennsylvania

by Vinita Samarasinghe

On behalf of Sen Cheng, Sandhiya Vijayabaskaran and Laurenz Wiskott from the Institute of Neural Computation, Faculty for Computer Science, Ruhr University Bochum, I invite you to attend the colloquium series "*Brains in Space: An Interdisciplinary Research Colloquium on Spatial Navigation*". On Tuesday November 19th Russell Epstein, U. Penn, will talk about "*Spatial knowledge and navigational strategies in the human brain*" *Abstract: *To navigate from place to place, an agent needs to have knowledge of the spatial structure of the world and a strategy for using that knowledge to choose a route. In this talk, I will describe work from my lab that investigates how these core elements of navigation are implemented by the human mind/brain. First, I will describe studies that explore the organization of spatial knowledge ("cognitive maps"). Participants in these experiments were first familiarized with virtual environments containing multiple objects and then scanned with fMRI while recalling the spatial relationships between the objects. Analysis of behavior and fMRI activation patterns revealed that participants' cognitive maps were not simple Euclidean reference frames—rather, they had a rich structure that reflected the environments' segmented and hierarchical organization. Second, I will describe a study that explores the algorithms that people use to navigate to a goal. Participants in this study were scanned with fMRI while performing a "taxi-cab" task that required them to flexibly navigate to multiple possible locations within a virtual city. We found that people's behavioral choices could be explained by a predictive coding (successor representation) model, and that fMRI signals in the hippocampus and neocortical spatial memory regions tracked the different computational components of the model. Together these findings illuminate the representations that people form of environmental spaces and the algorithms they use to navigate to goal locations within these spaces. This is a virtual event and takes place from 4 - 5.30 pm (CET) Zoom link: https://ruhr-uni-bochum.zoom-x.de/j/67839364827?pwd=RfcIgK8OUfjkwWTNCf80ARX… [Meeting ID: 678 3936 4827; Passcode: 841644] The complete schedule can be found at https://www.ini.rub.de/teaching/courses/colloquium_brains_in_space_an_inter… . * * This colloquium is open to the public. Please feel free to forward this information to any of your colleagues who may be interested. Best, Vinita -- Best, Vinita Vinita Samarasinghe M.Sc., M.A. Science Manager Arbeitsgruppe Computational Neuroscience <https://rub.de/cns> Institut für Neuroinformatik Ruhr-Universität Bochum, NB 3/73 Postfachnummer 110 Universitätstr. 150 44801 Bochum Tel: +49 (0)234 32 27996 Email: samarasinghe(a)ini.rub.de

Nov. 12, 2024

Faculty positions in Psychology and Cognitive Science (Azim Premji University, Bengaluru, India)

by Ryan Philips

Dear Colleagues, Azim Premji University has launched an exciting new interdisciplinary major in psychology and cognition, focusing on themes like human cognitive development in the life cycle, mental health and well-being, and machine intelligence and learning. The programme aims to provide holistic insights into the interplay of the mind and behaviour by drawing from various disciplines such as philosophy, neuroscience, psychology, computer science, and socio-cultural contexts. We are specifically looking for faculty who specialise in — Developmental Psychology Cognitive Sciences Exceptional candidates with expertise in any other related field are also encouraged to apply. We look for applicants who resonate with the purpose of the University and are keen to contribute to the design, development, and delivery of the courses in psychology and cognitive science in our undergraduate programme. The programme is residential for students, and faculty are expected to contribute to research, teaching, and mentoring students, and help build a vibrant community of learning. Requirements The ability to teach a broad range of courses including courses in psychology, neuroscience, and computation. An advanced degree in psychology, neuroscience, or related areas. The ability and interest in teaching and mentoring a diverse body of students. The ability to combine insights from psychology, neuroscience, and relevant areas of computer science, and an interest in the connections between psychology and broader social issues in economics, politics, and education are an advantage. Significant experience in teaching/clinical practice is an advantage, but not a necessity. Selected applicants will be mentored to develop their teaching. Application link: https://azimpremjiuniversity.edu.in/jobs/faculty-positions-in-psychology-an… Regards, Ryan. Ryan Thomas Philips, PhD, Assistant Professor, School of Arts and Sciences, Azim Premji University. https://azimpremjiuniversity.edu.in/people/ryan-thomas-philips https://manaslab.com

Nov. 12, 2024

Call for Papers – NAT’25 Conference on Neuroadaptive HCI and AI in Berlin!

by Stefan Glasauer

[PLEASE EXCUSE MULTIPLE POSTINGS] Dear Colleagues, We are excited to invite you to submit your contributions to NAT'25: Towards Neuroadaptive HCI and AI, a unique interdisciplinary conference that will take place from April 7-10, 2025, at the scenic Abion Spreebogen Hotel in Berlin, Germany. Organized by the Society for Neuroadaptive Technology and Brandenburg University of Technology, NAT'25 unites pioneers in Neuroadaptive Technology, AI, Machine Learning, and related fields. The conference offers an opportunity to explore advances in applications, explorations, neurophysiological data integration, adaptive systems, and AI. Covering topics from passive BCIs to neurofeedback, machine learning, and neuroethics, NAT'25 aims to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and shape the future of human-machine interaction. Key Dates: Website opens for submissions: December 1, 2024 Submission deadline: January 15, 2025 Author feedback: February 7, 2025 We invite abstracts on both novel research and already published work that could benefit from reaching the diverse audience at NAT'25. Accepted abstracts will appear in the conference proceedings, and participants will have opportunities to develop collaborative publications on key conference themes, including roadmaps, theoretical frameworks, and ethical considerations. Register Early! Early bird registration is available until January 1, 2025. For details on fees, topics of interest, and submission guidelines, please visit our conference page: neuroadaptive.org <https://neuroadaptive.org/>. For any questions, please feel free to reach out at neuroadaptive(a)b-tu.de <mailto:neuroadaptive@b-tu.de>. We look forward to your contributions and to welcoming you to Berlin! Warm regards, Thorsten O. Zander Conference Chair, NAT'25 Brandenburg University of Technology, Germany -- Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Thorsten O. Zander Lichtenberg Professorship Neuroadaptive Human-Computer Interaction https://www.b-tu.de/en/fg-neuroadaptive-hci/ Tel: + 49 355 5818 - 613 Brandenburg Technical University -- Cottbus-Senftenberg Faculty 1 - MINT Institute for Medical Technology Lipezker Straße 47 03048 Cottbus

Nov. 11, 2024

Fwd: [seminar.wwtns] World wide VVTNS series: Wednesday 13, 2024, at 11:00 am EST| Friedemann Zenke, University of Basel

by David Hansel

---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Theoretical Neuroscience <theoretical.neuroscience.seminar(a)gmail.com> Date: Sun, Nov 10, 2024 at 10:53 AM Subject: [seminar.wwtns] World wide VVTNS series: Wednesday 13, 2024, at 11:00 am EST| Friedemann Zenke, University of Basel To: <seminar.wwtns(a)listes.u-paris.fr> [image: VVTNS.png] https://www.wwtns.online <https://streaklinks.com/A9c7PbbpKY7PxB6PaAJWGD3-/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wwtns.on…> - on twitter: wwtns@TheoreticalWide You are cordially invited to the lecture given by Friedemann Zenke, University of Basel on the topic of Learning invariant representations through prediction The lecture will be held on zoom on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at *11:00 am EST * To receive the zoom link: https://www.wwtns.online/register-page > > *Abstract: *How do synapses in the middle of the brain know how to adjust their weight to advance a behavioral goal (i.e. learning)? This is referred to as the synaptic ‘credit assignment problem’. A large variety of synaptic learning rules have been proposed, mainly in the context of artificial neural networks. The most powerful learning rules (e.g. back-propagation of error) are thought to be biologically implausible, whereas the widely studied biological learning rules (Hebbian) are insufficient for goal-directed learning. I will describe ongoing work focused on understanding synaptic learning rules in the cortex in a brain-computer interface task. *About VVTNS : Launched as the World Wide Theoretical Neuroscience Seminar (WWTNS) in November 2020 and renamed in homage to Carl van Vreeswijk in Memoriam (April 20, 2022), Speakers have the occasion to talk about theoretical aspects of their work which cannot be discussed in a setting where the majority of the audience consists of experimentalists. The seminars, **held on Wednesdays at 11 am ET,** are 45-50 min long followed by a discussion. The talks are recorded with authorization of the speaker and are available to everybody on our YouTube channel.* ᐧ ᐧ

Nov. 10, 2024

Multiple PhD positions at the University of Bath

by Georgios Exarchakis

*Advance Your Research Career with a PhD at the University of Bath – We Seek Exceptional Candidates!* Are you driven to tackle complex challenges in *Artificial Intelligence*, *Machine Learning*, and *Computer Vision*? The University of Bath is calling for applications from outstanding candidates eager to pursue fully funded PhD projects. Join a top-ranked university recognized for research excellence, where you’ll work at the forefront of innovation in: · Machine Learning Methods for Invariant Representations of High-dimensional Data <https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.finda…>, with Dr. Georgios Exarchakis and Prof. Michael Tipping · Cue Representation Learning for Interpretable Video Models <https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.finda…>, with Dr. Davide Moltisanti and Dr. Vinay Namboodiri · Energy-efficient and Affordable Training of Large-scale Deep Learning Models <https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.finda…>, with Dr. Rohit Babbar and Dr. Vinay Namboodiri · Learning with Limited Data for Unlearning in Large Multimodal Models <https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.finda…>, with Dr. Da Chen, Dr. Vinay Namboodiri · Mathematically and Intuitively Understandable Deep Learning <https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.finda…>, with Dr. Mingzhi Dong and Prof. Michael Yang · 3D Scene Synthesis Using Diffusion Models and Large Language Models in Multimodal Generative AI <https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.finda…>, with Prof. Michael Yang and Dr. Mingzhi Dong · Exploring visual arts with computer vision <https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.finda…>, with Dr. Deblina Bhattacharjee and Prof. Peter Hall · Probabilistic Decision Dynamics in Machine Learning <https://www.findaphd.com/phds/project/faculty-of-science-ursa-phd-project-p…>, with Prof. Michael Tipping and Prof. Özgür Şimşek *Why Join Bath? - Pursue Excellence* – We’re University of the Year 2023 (Sunday Times) and consistently ranked among the UK's best for research and student experience. *Collaborate Across Disciplines* – Work within our EPSRC-funded CAMERA Centre and partner with industry leaders like Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Adobe. *Outstanding Location* – Study in Bath, a city of rich cultural heritage, balancing academic excellence with quality of life. ‍ We seek *highly motivated, excellent candidates* with a passion for transformative research. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and contribute to some of the most exciting fields in AI, apply now and help shape the future with us at Bath! ‍ Discover more and apply: University of Bath PhD Opportunities ‍ *Enquiries and Applications:* Informal enquiries are encouraged and should be directed to supervisor Dr. Georgios Exarchakis, <https://researchportal.bath.ac.uk/en/persons/georgios-exarchakis> ge394(a)bath.ac.uk Formal applications should be submitted via the University of Bath’s online application form <https://samis.bath.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp…> for a PhD in Computer Science prior to the closing date of this advert. ‍ *IMPORTANT:* When completing the application form: 1. In the *Funding your studies* section, select ‘University of Bath URSA’ as the studentship for which you are applying. 2. In the *Your PhD project* section, quote the project title of this project and the name of the lead supervisor in the appropriate boxes. *Failure to complete these two steps will cause delays in processing your application and may cause you to miss the deadline.* More information about applying for a PhD at Bath may be found on our website <https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.finda…>. ‍ *Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:* We value a diverse research environment and aim to be an inclusive university, where difference is celebrated and respected. We welcome and encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you have circumstances that you feel we should be aware of that have affected your educational attainment, then please feel free to tell us about it in your application form. The best way to do this is a short paragraph at the end of your personal statement. ‍ *Funding Notes* Candidates may be considered for a University of Bath studentship tenable for 3.5 years. Funding covers tuition fees, a stipend (£19,237 p/a in 2024/5) and access to a training support budget.

Nov. 9, 2024

PhD/Postdoc at Max Planck: how do our internal priors shape what we hear?

by Alejandro Tabas

Deadline approaching for an ERC-funded PhD/Postdoc position on how our priors shape the way we experience reality. Methods include ultra-high-resolution fMRI of the auditory pathway at 7-Tesla and computational modelling. The position will be based at the Max Planck Institute CBS in Leipzig (www.cbs.mpg.de) Candidates from both, cognitive and computational backgrounds are encouraged to apply! Deadline: 17th November More details and application: PhD position: https://recruitingapp-5218.de.umantis.com/Vacancies/416/Description/2/Defau… Postdoc position: https://recruitingapp-5218.de.umantis.com/Vacancies/417/Description/2/Defau… For informal enquires on the project or the position please contact Alejandro Tabas <tabas at cbs dot mpg dot de.

Nov. 7, 2024

Master 2 research internship and/or PhD at the CerCo laboratory (Toulouse, France): Modeling motion and depth processing in primate visual cortex using spiking neural networks

by COTTEREAU Benoît

Master 2 Research Internship + PhD Benoit Cottereau / Timothée Masquelier Cerco laboratory (CNRS UMR 5549), Toulouse SV3M & NeuroAI Teams Modeling motion and depth processing in primate visual cortex using spiking neural networks Keywords: Computational neurosciences, Vision, Artificial intelligence, Spatial perception, Depth/motion processing, Spiking neural networks. Type of positions: M2 internship, M2 internship followed by a PhD, or PhD directly. Duration: 5-6 months (M2) – 3 years (PhD). Stipend: Standard French salaries (~650€/month for the M2 and ~2130€/month gross for the PhD). Starting date: early 2025. Place: Centre de Recherche Cerveau et Cognition (CERCO), UMR 5549 (CNRS – Univ Toulouse 3), Pavillon Baudot CHU Purpan, Toulouse, France. Supervisors: Benoit Cottereau, research director at CNRS (CerCo & IPAL, contact: benoit.cottereau(a)cnrs.fr<mailto:benoit.cottereau@cnrs.fr>) and Timothée Masquelier, research director at CNRS (CerCo, contact: timothee.masquelier(a)cnrs.fr<mailto:timothee.masquelier@cnrs.fr>) In primates, neuronal processing of visual information occurs within two main pathways. The ventral pathway (or ‘what’ pathway) underlies cognitive functions such as faces or object recognition whereas the dorsal pathway (or ‘where’ pathway) allows visually guided actions such as navigation or manipulation of objects. In recent years, numerous studies in computational neurosciences used deep neural networks to model neuronal processing within the ventral pathway. Much less is known about treatments carried out along the dorsal pathway. This multidisciplinary project at the interface between AI, computational neurosciences and biological vision aims at modelling motion and depth processing along the dorsal pathway of the primate visual system. In order to reproduce the very low energy consumption of the primate brain, the developed models will be based on spiking-neural networks (SNNs) and will process data collected from event-based cameras . We will be particularly interested in the processing of higher-level forms of motion (optic flow, motion-in-depth, biological motion). The responses of the neural networks after (supervised or unsupervised) training will be compared to biological data from the literature (for example with electrophysiological data recorded in non-human primates, see for example Duffy and Wurtz, 1991) or acquired in the CerCo laboratory. The candidates should be willing to work in an international environment which involves Singapore and France, have a very good level in English (French is not mandatory), excellent mathematical and programming skills (in particular in Python) and a keen interest in the brain. Experience with deep learning libraries (e.g. PyTorch) is desirable. The research will mainly take place in Toulouse, a student city (Toulouse is the second university hub in France) with high quality of life located in the south west of France (close to the Pyrenees, the Mediterranean Sea and the Spanish border). Long-term stays in Singapore (a multicultural and attractive city of south-east Asia) are also planned. Applications should be sent to benoit.cottereau(a)cnrs.fr<mailto:benoit.cottereau@cnrs.fr> and timothee.masquelier(a)cnrs.fr<mailto:timothee.masquelier@cnrs.fr> References: - Cuadrado, J., Rançon, U., Cottereau, B. R., Barranco, F., & Masquelier, T. (2023). Optical flow estimation from event-based cameras and spiking neural networks. Frontiers in Neuroscience, 17, 1160034. - Duffy, C. J., & Wurtz, R. H. (1991). Sensitivity of MST neurons to optic flow stimuli. II. Mechanisms of response selectivity revealed by small-field stimuli. Journal of neurophysiology, 65(6), 1346-1359. - Rançon, U., Cuadrado-Anibarro, J., Cottereau, B. R., & Masquelier, T. (2022). Stereospike: Depth learning with a spiking neural network. IEEE Access, 10, 127428-127439. ************************************************************************************************************ Benoit R. Cottereau, PhD, HDR, CNRS Research director (DR2) at IPAL (IRL 2955, Singapore) and CerCo (UMR 5549, Toulouse) laboratories, Adjunct associate professor in computer science at the National University of Singapore (NUS), Director of the CerCo SV3M team (Spatial Vision in Man, Monkey and Machine): http://cerco.cnrs.fr/en/sv3m-spatial-vision-in-man-monkey-machine/ Supervisor of the Integrative Neurosciences master program of Toulouse III University webpages: http://cerco.cnrs.fr/page-benoit-cottereau/ https://ipal.cnrs.fr/benoit-cottereau-personal-page/ e-mail: benoit.cottereau(a)cnrs.fr<mailto:benoit.cottereau@cnrs.fr> phone: (+65)-8302-2615

Nov. 6, 2024