From tom.verguts at ugent.be Wed Apr 2 16:26:05 2008 From: tom.verguts at ugent.be (Tom Verguts) Date: Wed Apr 2 16:39:01 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] Postdoc position announcement Message-ID: <01b301c894cd$7c8b0030$8d7ba8c0@ugent.be> The department of Experimental Psychology at Ghent University invites applications for a 3-year postdoctoral fellowship in cognitive neuroscience. The successful applicant will possess a PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or related field. He/she will be part of a research network focusing on the neural basis of knowledge and cognitive control (see website:users.ugent.be/~mbrass/goa/Bello.html). Experience with one or more of the methodologies that are central to the research network, i.e., fMRI, ERP, TMS, or computational modeling, is highly desirable. Depending on the applicant's qualifications and interests, he/she will design and conduct behavioral and neuroimaging experiments, analyze data, develop theoretical models of neural systems, prepare manuscripts for publication, and participate in international conferences. Starting date of the appointment is flexible, and salary will be determined according to standard Belgian regulations. For further information, please contact Tom(dot)Verguts(at)ugent(dot)be. Applicants are asked to submit a curriculum vita, a statement of research interests, and the names and contact information of three references. Deadline for application is April 30, 2008. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Between such time scales and the very long ones underlying long-lasting metabolic or even functional anatomic changes, time spans ranging from seconds to months are observed to be involved in cognitive processes, and call for a theoretical framework to account for their emergence and role. In many cases it is attractive, if not compelling, to think of such a variety of time scales as the manifestation of a rich repertoire of collective dynamic states in large assemblies of neurons and synapses. Emergence of up and down states, sustained neural activity supporting working memory, collective global oscillations on wide frequency ranges, bursting, ramping activity tuned to task- relevant timing are examples of behaviours still not easily incorporated in a unified theoretical frame. Furthermore, irregularities in the time course of the relevant dynamic quantities are pervasively observed, from the inter-spike intervals of recorded neurons, to the distribution of reaction times observed in psychophysics. The role of noise as a putative constituent element of brain dynamics has just begun to be investigated. The time dimension (and noise) is also a challenging aspect of modeling synaptic changes, as models have to encompass phenomena ranging from short-term facilitation and depression, to Long-Term Potentiation and Depression, to Long- Term memory; learning achieved in one-shot to very slow learning; the effects of neuromodulation on learning. The two-days minischool will provide an up-to-date and broad overview of experimental and theoretical approaches, while the three-days workshop will present more technical and specialized contributions of frontier research. The workshop program will also include a small number of contributed talks and two poster sessions. We encourage applicants willing to present an oral or poster contribution to submit a one-page abstract for evaluation. The meeting will be dedicated to the memory of Prof. Daniel Amit, whose seminal, creative and vigorous activity in the field has inspired and provoked so many of us in the last 20 years. Lecturers: L Abbott (Columbia) XJ Wang (Yale) MV Sanchez-Vives (Barcelona) D Salzman (Columbia) (to be confirmed) Speakers Y Amit (Chicago) D Durstewitz (Plymouth) G Mongillo (Paris) G Rainer (Tubingen) H Sompolinsky (Jerusalem) A Treves (SISSA) S Wang (Princeton) E Zohary (Jerusalem) NEW DEADLINES for requesting participation and for submitting one-page abstract, if not requiring visa or financial support: April 30 2008 -- Paolo Del Giudice Complex Systems Unit Department of Technologies and Health Italian National Institute of Health phone: ++39 06 49902245 fax: ++39 06 49387075 skype: paolodg58 http://neural.iss.infn.it From fsommer at berkeley.edu Fri Apr 4 02:04:44 2008 From: fsommer at berkeley.edu (Fritz Sommer) Date: Fri Apr 4 10:44:38 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] CRCNS.ORG: New datasharing website for computational neuroscience Message-ID: CRCNS.ORG: NEW DATASHARING WEBSITE FOR COMPUTATIONAL NEUROSCIENCE The new website http://www.crcns.org is available for sharing resources for computational neuroscience, such as high-quality experimental data sets, analytical tools and models. Currently, the website hosts resources whose preparation have been supported by a new funding track in the joint NSF/NIH program Collaborative Research in Computational Neuroscience. http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5147 The resources currently available are electrophysiology data from hippocampus, visual and auditory cortices, avian auditory structures, as well as recordings of human eye movements during movie watching. Each resource is documented by a summary page and more detailed documentation written by the resource contributor. Individual discussion forums for each resource enable the interaction and collaboration between people interested in a particular data set. Every CRCNS funding cycle new resources will be added. The history, motives and goals of this data sharing initiative are described in the article: "Data sharing for computational neuroscience" by J. L. Teeters, K. D. Harris, K. J. Millman, B. A. Olshausen, and F. T. Sommer (Neuroinformatics, 2008) http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s12021-008-9009-y The website has been built and is maintained by the Sommer lab in the Redwood Center for Theoretical Neuroscience at UC Berkeley. Funding for this effort is provided by the NSF. Any feedback or suggestions on how to improve this website is gladly appreciated. Jeff Teeters, Fritz Sommer -------------------------------------------------- Friedrich T. Sommer, Ph.D., Associate Adjunct Professor University of California, Berkeley Redwood Center for Theoretical Neuroscience & HWNI 3210F Tolman Hall MC 3192 Berkeley, CA 94720 phone (510) 642-7251 fax (510) 642-7206 http://redwood.berkeley.edu/wiki/Fritz_Sommer From p.hammerstein at biologie.hu-berlin.de Mon Apr 7 11:40:19 2008 From: p.hammerstein at biologie.hu-berlin.de (Peter Hammerstein) Date: Mon Apr 7 13:31:06 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] open faculty position Message-ID: <47F9EC03.3020903@biologie.hu-berlin.de> Dear Theoretical Neuroscientists, Please spread the word that there is an open faculty position for a Full Professorship (W3) in Theoretical Neuroscience at Humboldt-Universit?t zu Berlin. For further information, see http://www.nature.com/naturejobs/science/jobs/46329 Best regards, Peter Hammerstein Institute for Theoretical Biology Humboldt-Universit?t zu Berlin Berlin, Germany From hitzler at aifb.uni-karlsruhe.de Tue Apr 8 16:45:35 2008 From: hitzler at aifb.uni-karlsruhe.de (Pascal Hitzler) Date: Tue Apr 8 16:58:24 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] 2nd CfP: ECAI-08 Workshop on Neural-Symbolic Learning and Reasoning, NeSy'08 Message-ID: <47FB850F.4040402@aifb.uni-karlsruhe.de> FourthInternational Workshop on Neural-Symbolic Learning and Reasoning Workshop at ECAI2008, Patras, Greece, July 2008 http://www.neural-symbolic.org/NeSy08/ NeSy'05 took place at IJCAI-05 NeSy'06 took place at ECAI2006 NeSy'07 took place at IJCAI-07 Call for Papers --------------- Artificial Intelligence researchers continue to face huge challenges in their quest to develop truly intelligent systems. The recent developments in the field of neural-symbolic integration bring an opportunity to integrate well-founded symbolic artificial intelligence with robust neural computing machinery to help tackle some of these challenges. The Workshop on Neural-Symbolic Learning and Reasoning is intended to create an atmosphere of exchange of ideas, providing a forum for the presentation and discussion of the key topics related to neural-symbolic integration. Topics of interest include: * The representation of symbolic knowledge by connectionist systems; * Learning in neural-symbolic systems; * Extraction of symbolic knowledge from trained neural networks; * Reasoning in neural-symbolic systems; * Biological inspiration for neural-symbolic integration; * Neural networks and probabilities; * Applications in robotics, semantic web, engineering, bioinformatics, etc. Keynote speaker: Kai-Uwe K?hnberger, Osnabr?ck Submission Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit original papers that have not been submitted for review or published elsewhere. Submitted papers must be written in English and should not exceed 5 pages in the case of research and experience papers, and 2 pages in the case of position papers (including figures, bibliography and appendices) in ECAI2008 format as described in the ECAI2008 submissions and style guide (http://www.ece.upatras.gr/ecai2008/substyles.htm). All submitted papers will be judged based on their quality, relevance, originality, significance, and soundness. Papers must be submitted directly by email in PDF format to nesy@soi.city.ac.uk Presentation Selected papers will have to be presented during the workshop. The workshop will include extra time for audience discussion of the presentation allowing the group to have a better understanding of the issues, challenges, and ideas being presented. Publication Accepted papers will be published electronically in the CEUR workshop proceedings (bearing an ISSN number). Hardcopies will be distributed during the workshop. Authors of the best papers will be invited to submit a revised and extended version of their papers to the Journal of Logic and Computation, OUP. Important Dates Deadline for submission: May 9th, 2008 Notification of acceptance: May 27th, 2008 Camera-ready paper due: June 6th, 2008 Workshop date: July 21st or 22nd, 2008 ECAI2008 main conference dates: 21st to 25th of July, 2008 Workshop Organisers Artur d'Avila Garcez (City University London, UK) Pascal Hitzler (University Karlsruhe, Germany) Programme Committee (incomplete) Sebastian Bader, TU Dresden, Germany Howard Blair, Syracuse University, U.S.A. Luc de Raedt, KU Leuven, Belgium Marco Gori, University of Siena, Italy Barbara Hammer, TU Clausthal, Germany Ioannis Hatzilygeroudis, University of Patras, Greece Steffen H?lldobler, TU Dresden, Germany Ekaterina Komendantskaya, Sophia Antipolis, France Kai-Uwe K?hnberger, Osnabr?ck, Germany Luis Lamb, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil Roberto Prevete, University of Naples, Italy Dan Roth, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, U.S.A. Anthony K. Seda, University College Cork, Ireland Frank van der Velde, Leiden University, The Netherlands Gerson Zaverucha, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Additional Information General questions concerning the workshop should be addressed to nesy@soi.city.ac.uk. -- PD Dr. Pascal Hitzler Institute AIFB, University of Karlsruhe, 76128 Karlsruhe email: hitzler@aifb.uni-karlsruhe.de fax: +49 721 608 6580 web: http://www.pascal-hitzler.de phone: +49 721 608 4751 http://www.neural-symbolic.org From axel.hutt at loria.fr Wed Apr 9 16:49:22 2008 From: axel.hutt at loria.fr (Axel HUTT) Date: Wed Apr 9 18:48:01 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] PhD-position in machine learning of brain signals Message-ID: <1207752563.25886.100.camel@hydrogen.loria.fr> Announcement of PhD-position in machine learning in Nancy / France: ------------------------------------------------------------------- Detection of multivariate synchronization in brain areas In computational neuroscience, the data analysis of measured activity in the brain promises the gain of knowledge on neural information processing. To this end, a prominent approach is the synchronous measurement of neural activity in different brain areas. The aim of such measurement is the extraction of the information processing in the single brain areas and between them. Moreover different types of neural activity can be measured, such as Local Field Potentials and spiking activity. The PhD-project aims to gain further knowledge from the measured brain signals taking into account the different data types available. Hence the PhD student studies non-adaptive/adaptive and dimensionality reduction techniques and applies these to simulated and experimental data sets. The work will be done in close collaboration with the Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics in Tubingen / Germany. Supervisors: Axel Hutt (CR1) and Bernard Girau (HDR) Location: LORIA, Nancy / France The position starts in September 2008 and lasts for 3 years. For more information, please see http://www.loria.fr/~huttaxel/CORDI2008.html From 1c15501 at gmail.com Thu Apr 10 17:20:17 2008 From: 1c15501 at gmail.com (Raymond Chiong) Date: Thu Apr 10 17:22:08 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] Call for Chapters - Springer SCI Message-ID: *CALL FOR CHAPTERS* Proposals Submission Deadline: 30 APRIL 2008 Full Chapters Due: 15 JULY 2008 *Nature-Inspired Algorithms for Optimisation* A volume edited by Raymond Chiong To be published by Springer-Verlag in the series *Studies in Computational Intelligence (SCI)* *Book Objectives & Mission:* Nature has always been a source of inspiration. In recent years, new concepts, techniques and computational applications stimulated by nature are being continually proposed and exploited to solve a wide range of optimisation problems in diverse fields. Various kinds of nature-inspired algorithms have been designed and applied, and many of them are producing high quality solutions to a variety of real-world applications and optimisation problems, including scheduling, manufacturing, logistics, space allocation, stock cutting, anomaly detection, engineering design, software testing, bioinformatics and data mining, etc. The success of these algorithms has led to competitive advantages and cost savings not only to the industry but also the society at large. The use of nature-inspired algorithms stands out to be promising due to the fact that many real-world problems have become increasingly complex. The size and complexity of the optimisation problems nowadays require the development of methods and solutions whose efficiency is measured by their ability to find acceptable results within a reasonable amount of time. Despite there is no guarantee of finding the optimal solution, approaches based on the influence of biology and life sciences such as evolutionary algorithms, neural networks, ant systems, swarm intelligence, artificial immune systems, and many others have been shown to be highly practical and provided state-of-the-art solutions to various optimisation problems. The aim of this book is to provide a central source of reference by collecting and disseminating the progressive body of knowledge on nature-inspired algorithms and their applications. The main focus will be the implementation of nature-inspired solutions for optimisation based on empirical studies. *Recommended topics include, but are not limited to, the following:* ? Methods: o evolutionary algorithms o memetic algorithms o neural networks o artificial life o particle swarm optimisation o ant colony optimisation o artificial immune systems o membrane, molecular, cellular and DNA computing o tabu search, simulated annealing, etc o hybrid methods with metaheuristics, machine learning, game theory, mathematical programming, constraint programming, co-evolutionary learning, etc ? Applications: o evolutionary games o evolutionary economics o production, logistics and transportation o telecommunications and engineering design o planning, scheduling and timetabling o bioinformatics and data mining o cooperative decision support systems o grid computing and computer security o software testing and software self assembly o numerical and combinatorial optimisation o multi-objective optimisation, dynamic optimisation, problems with uncertainty, etc o integration of natural computing techniques in intelligent systems o implementation issues of natural computing techniques o optimisation strategies in robotics path planning, task allocation and coordination o optimisation and control of highly nonlinear, large scale or networked engineering o empirical comparison of optimisation problems o successful optimisations in the fields of business, science and engineering *Submission Procedure:* Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit *on or before **April 30, 2008* an extended abstract to rchiong@swinburne.edu.my clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors of accepted proposals will be notified in 2 weeks time about the status of their proposals. Full chapters are expected to be submitted by *July 15, 2008*. All submitted chapters will be reviewed by at least three reviewers. *Important Dates:* Deadline for chapter proposals April 30, 2008 Deadline for full chapters July 15, 2008 Notification of acceptance/rejection of chapters September 15, 2008 Deadline for submission of final chapters October 10, 2008 Publication of book: Nature-Inspired Algorithms for Optimisation Second half of 2009 *About the series Studies in Computational Intelligence:* The series *Studies in Computational Intelligence* (SCI) publishes new developments and advances in the various areas of computational intelligence - quickly and with a high quality. The intent is to cover the theory, applications, and design methods of computational intelligence, as embedded in the fields of engineering, computer science, physics and life science, as well as the methodologies behind them. The series contains monographs, lecture notes and edited volumes in computational intelligence spanning the areas of neural networks, connectionist systems, genetic algorithms, evolutionary computation, artificial intelligence, cellular automata, self-organising systems, soft computing, fuzzy systems, and hybrid intelligent systems. Critical to both contributors and readers are the short publication time and world-wide distribution - this permits a rapid and broad dissemination of research results. *Inquiries and submissions can be forwarded electronically or by mail to:* *Raymond Chiong **School** of **Information Technology Swinburne University** of Technology (Sarawak Campus) State Complex, 93576 **Kuching Sarawak**, **Malaysia** Tel.: +60 82 416 353 ? Fax: +60 82 423 594 E-mail: rchiong@swinburne.edu.my * -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://www.neuroinf.org/pipermail/comp-neuro/attachments/20080410/f5a64b31/attachment-0001.html From yeewhye at gmail.com Thu Apr 10 13:44:22 2008 From: yeewhye at gmail.com (YeeWhye Teh) Date: Thu Apr 10 17:22:15 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] CfP: ICML/UAI/COLT 2008 Workshop on Nonparametric Bayes In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <90231e670804100444r3c5087cfv4d3731fe6aa8ad9a@mail.gmail.com> Call for Abstracts and Participation Nonparametric Bayes 2008 Workshop held at ICML/UAI/COLT 2008 Helsinki, Finland July 9, 2008 http://npbayes.wikidot.com One of the major problems driving current research in statistical machine learning is the search for ways to exploit highly-structured models that are both expressive and tractable. Nonparametric Bayesian methodology provides significant leverage on this problem. In the nonparametric Bayesian framework, the prior distribution is not a fixed parametric form, but is rather a general stochastic process?-a distribution over a possibly uncountably infinite number of random variables. This generality makes it possible to work with prior and posterior distributions on objects such as trees of unbounded depth and breadth, graphs, partitions, sets of monotone functions, sets of smooth functions and sets of general measures. Applications of nonparametric Bayesian methods have begun to appear in disciplines such as information retrieval, natural language processing, machine vision, computational biology, cognitive science and signal processing. Because of their flexibility, they can also be used to express prior knowledge without restricting to small parametric classes. Furthermore, research on nonparametric Bayesian models has served to enhance the links between statistical machine learning and a number of other mathematical disciplines, including stochastic processes, algorithms, optimization, combinatorics and knowledge representation. There have been several previous workshops on nonparametric Bayesian methods at machine learning conferences, including workshops at NIPS in 2003 and 2005 and a workshop at ICML workshop in 2006. This workshop aims to build on the success of these earlier workshops and to catalyze further research. There are many problem areas that need additional attention; these include (1) the development of new Monte Carlo and variational algorithms for inference; (2) the combination of ideas from knowledge representation and nonparametric Bayesian analysis to develop formal languages for specifying and manipulating flexible Bayesian models; (3) the problem of finding objective priors that work in the nonparametric Bayesian setting; (4) theoretical analysis of the conditions under which nonparametric Bayesian methods succeed or fail; and (5) the ongoing need to find compelling applications that serve to exhibit recent developments and to drive further research. This workshop is intended to bring together the growing community of nonparametric Bayesian researchers to explore these and other issues. FORMAT: The one-day workshop consists of three invited talks, three contributed talks, a round-table discussion on theory, methodology and applications, a round-table discussion on general-purpose language and software, a poster session, and a panel discussion. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: Researchers interested in presenting their work and ideas at the workshop should send an email to npbayes@googlemail.com with the following information: - Title - Authors - Abstract (maximum 2 pages, ICML style pdf) - Preferred contribution (talk, poster, and/or round-table participation) We expect authors to provide a final version of their papers by late June for inclusion on the workshop home page. Papers chosen for contributed talks shall also be expected to liaise with a discussion leader who will be in charge of stimulating discussion of the work at the workshop. DATES: - Abstracts due: May 2, 2008 - Notifications: May 16, 2008 - Final paper due: June 20, 2008 - Workshop: July 9, 2008 ORGANIZERS: - Yee Whye Teh. Gatsby Unit, UCL - Romain Thibaux. Computer Science, Berkeley - Athanasios Kottas. Applied Mathematics and Statistics, UC Santa Cruz - Zoubin Ghahramani. Engineering, Cambridge - Michael I. Jordan. Computer Science and Statistics, UC Berkeley CONTACT: npbayes@googlemail.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://www.neuroinf.org/pipermail/comp-neuro/attachments/20080410/73829c34/attachment.html From bazhenov at salk.edu Thu Apr 10 21:17:47 2008 From: bazhenov at salk.edu (Maxim Bazhenov) Date: Fri Apr 11 10:57:47 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] Two postdoctoral positions in computational/experimental neuroscience Message-ID: <47FE67DB.7020102@salk.edu> Two postdoctoral positions are available starting July 1st, 2008 in the laboratory of Maxim Bazhenov at the Institute for Integrative Genome Biology and the Department of Cell Biology and Neuroscience at the University of California, Riverside: http://www.genomics.ucr.edu/ The long-range goal of our research program is to understand general aspects and basic mechanisms of biological rhythms and the role of neuronal oscillations and synchrony in information processing. Our work focuses on the following areas: (1) studying cellular and network mechanisms for normal (sleep, activated states) and abnormal (epilepsy) oscillations in the thalamocortical system; (2) investigating principles and rules of olfactory information processing; this project is targeted to discover the general principles and the neural circuitry involved in the encoding of sensory information in the brain. To address these questions, we use broad spectrum of computational approaches ranging from detailed conductance based models developed from experimental data to different classes of simplified neuronal models that allow large-scale analysis with realistic network structure. Our research involves extensive collaboration with experimental groups of Dr. Laurent (Caltech), Dr. Stopfer (NIH), Dr. Timofeev (Laval University). More information about our research is available at http://www.snl.salk.edu/~bazhenov/ One position is in computational neuroscience. It requires experience in computational neuroscience and/or computer modeling. Programming experience with C/C++ and Matlab is a plus. Second position is in experimental electrophysiology (a combination of computational and experimental efforts is desirable). Extensive experience in patch-clamp recordings and slice electrophysiology is required. Applicants should send a brief statement of research interests, recent CV, 2-3 sample manuscripts, and three letters of reference (mailed directly from referees) to Maxim Bazhenov, 10010 N. Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, CA 92037 USA or by email to bazhenov@salk.edu From emilio.soria at uv.es Fri Apr 11 11:24:52 2008 From: emilio.soria at uv.es (emilio) Date: Fri Apr 11 11:46:24 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] call for papers handbook on machine learning Message-ID: <47FF2E64.2050305@uv.es> Dear Sirs, On behalf of the editorial committee of the ?Handbook of Research on Machine Learning Applications and Trends: Algorithms, Methods and Techniques?, it would be a pleasure for us if you could contribute to this book with your wide knowledge and experience. For your reference, I have attached the Call for Chapters to this e-mail The Call for Chapters explains, in detail, my objectives for this manuscript as well as suggests some possible topics to which you may wish to contribute. You are, however, not limited to these topics. Please feel free to add any topics that you think are critical issues in machine learning. This book is tentatively scheduled for publishing by IGI Global as part of the Information Science Reference imprint. IGI Global (formerly Idea Group Publishing), www.igi-global.com, is the publisher of the IGI Publishing (formerly Idea Group Publishing), Information Science Publishing, IRM Press, CyberTech Publishing, Information Science Reference (formerly Idea Group Reference), and Medical Information Science Reference imprints. If you need further information, or have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us. We really hope you will be able to contribute to the handbook, and thank you very much for your time. We appreciate your consideration of this invitation and hope to hear from you soon! Yours faithfully, Editors: E. Soria, J.D. Mart?n, R. Magdalena, M.Mart?nez, A.J. Serrano. 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Minho In-Reply-To: <80d32ff80804110249m31eda563o3b7f50726afcc273@mail.gmail.com> References: <80d32ff80804110249m31eda563o3b7f50726afcc273@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: <80d32ff80804110435g6f883151m656fae470fe4ac25@mail.gmail.com> *Job/Fellowship Reference:* C2007-UMINHO-CIPsi-02 b *Main research field:* Psychological sciences *Sub research field:* Psychology/Cognitive Science (Neuropsychophysiology) *Job summary:* The Psychology Research Center at the University of Minho, Portugal, is planning to hire a researcher interested in the study of Neuropsychophysiology. The candidate should: a) PhD in one of the following areas: Neuroscience; Neuropsychology; Psychophysiology, Physiological Psychology; Psychobiology, or Cognitive Neuroscience. b) Experience with the following research methodologies: Transcranial magnetic Stimulation; Psychophysiological measures of peripheral and central registries, Structural and functional neuroimaging methods, and neuropsychological assessment and rehabilitation. c) Have post-doctoral research experience for at least three years; d) have published research in peer-review journals; e) Fluent in English and f) be strongly committed to team work. *Job description:* The Psychology Research Center at the University of Minho, Portugal, is planning to hire a researcher interested in the study of Neuropsychophysiology. The candidate should: a) PhD in one of the following areas: Neuroscience; Neuropsychology; Psychophysiology, Physiological Psychology; Psychobiology, or Cognitive Neuroscience. b) Experience with the following research methodologies: Psychophysiological measures of peripheral and central registries, Structural and functional neuroimaging methods, and neuropsychological assessment and rehabilitation. c) Have post-doctoral research experience for at least three years; d) have published research in peer-review journals; e) Fluent in English and f) be strongly committed to team work. ** ** The successful candidate will join the Psychology Researcher Center which is currently composed by 36 researchers with interests in a variety of areas of Psychology. A subgroup of these researchers focus on clinical neurosciences oriented towards the research of neuroanatomical and psychophysiological correlates of several cognitive processes (attention, memory, language, executive and emotional functions) in psychological, neurological and psychiatric disorders. The successful candidate will share research facilities that include a variety of registry equipment of central, and peripheral measures of the nervous system as well as integrated data analysis systems of the psychophysiological and neuroimagiological structural and functional registers. Additionally, the lab in its research projects cooperates with several research and service units (e.g., Instituto de Ci?ncias da Vida e da Sa?de; Hospital St? Ant?nio; Instituto de Gen?tica M?dica; Fundaci?n Xen?mica da Galicia) and is, through CIPsi, a member of the National Network of Cerebral Functional Imaging. The University of Minho is located in the city of Braga in the North of Portugal. A 2000-years-old city, Braga is known for its beautiful landscapes and fine gastronomy. *Applicants should send a letter of intention, CV and two reference letters to: * *CIPsi* *University of Minho* Campus de Gualtar P-4710 - 057 Braga email: cipsi@iep.uminho.pt Application Deadline: 20th of May, 2008 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://www.neuroinf.org/pipermail/comp-neuro/attachments/20080411/1698682e/attachment.html From lubica at cs.otago.ac.nz Mon Apr 14 08:51:56 2008 From: lubica at cs.otago.ac.nz (Lubica Benuskova) Date: Mon Apr 14 10:29:38 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] CFP Modelling the Brain and Nervous System, Auckland, NZ Message-ID: <50923.139.80.32.241.1208155916.squirrel@chasm.otago.ac.nz> INNS?NNN Symposia (New directions in Neural Networks) 24-25 November 2008, Auckland, NZ associated with ICONIP 2008 (25-28 November 2008) http://www.inns.org/files/INNS_NNNSymposia2008_08_09_07.pdf http://nnn08.kedri.info "Modelling the Brain and Nervous Systems" Symposium 1: Development and Learning Co-Chairs: John Weng and Jeffrey L. Krichmar Invited speakers (preliminary list): Mriganka Sur, MIT; Jeffrey L. Krichmar, Neural Science Institute, La Jolla, USA; Steven Levinson, University of Illinois; Mike Merzenich, UCSF; John Weng, Michigan State University. Symposium 2: Computational Neurogenetic Modelling Co-Chairs: Lubica Benuskova, Alessandro E. P. Villa, Nikola Kasabov Invited speakers (preliminary list): Gary F. Marcus, University of New York; Alessandro E. P. Villa, University of Lausanne; Cliff Abraham, University of Otago, NZ; Lubica Benuskova, KEDRI/AUT, NZ; Nikola Kasabov, KEDRI/AUT, NZ; Hiroshi Kojima, U.Tamagawa, Japan, Dr. Yaochu Jin, Honda Research Institute Europe. Papers submission: Papers are to be submitted to the on-line system. Papers of maximum 8 pages should be prepared in the LNCS Springer format. Deadline for paper submissions: 31st August 2008. (People who need visa arrangements must send their papers by end of May 2008. They will be reviewed and a letter sent by end of June). Publications: All accepted papers will be published in Springer LNCS after the conference. Selected papers will be invited to a special issue of a journal Neural Networks. Fees: US$350 (US$150 for students). A fee to attend both the INNS/NNN08 and ICONIP08 is US$800 and US$350 for students. Members of co-sponsorship organisations will be charged a registration fee of 680 USD only for attending both conferences. -- Lubica Benuskova, PhD phone: +64 (0)3 479 8587 other contact details http://www.cs.otago.ac.nz/department/staff/lubica.html From steve at cns.bu.edu Mon Apr 14 18:24:59 2008 From: steve at cns.bu.edu (Stephen Grossberg) Date: Tue Apr 15 10:14:06 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] Spikes, synchrony, and attentive learning by laminar thalamocortical circuits Message-ID: The following article is now available at http://www.cns.bu.edu/Profiles/Grossberg : Grossberg, S. and Versace, M. Spikes, synchrony, and attentive learning by laminar thalamocortical circuits Brain Research, in press ABSTRACT This article develops the Synchronous Matching Adaptive Resonance Theory (SMART) neural model to explain how the brain may coordinate multiple levels of thalamocortical and corticocortical processing to rapidly learn, and stably remember, important information about a changing world. The model clarifies how bottom-up and top-down processes work together to realize this goal, notably how processes of learning, expectation, attention, resonance, and synchrony are coordinated. The model hereby clarifies, for the first time, how the following levels of brain organization coexist to realize cognitive processing properties that regulate fast learning and stable memory of brain representations: single cell properties, such as spiking dynamics, spike-timing-dependent plasticity (STDP), and acetylcholine modulation; detailed laminar thalamic and cortical circuit designs and their interactions; aggregate cell recordings, such as current-source densities and local field potentials; and single cell and large-scale inter-areal oscillations in the gamma and beta frequency domains. In particular, the model predicts how laminar circuits of multiple cortical areas interact with primary and higher-order specific thalamic nuclei and nonspecific thalamic nuclei to carry out attentive visual learning and information processing. The model simulates how synchronization of neuronal spiking occurs within and across brain regions, and triggers STDP. Matches between bottom-up adaptively filtered input patterns and learned top-down expectations cause gamma oscillations that support attention, resonance, learning, and consciousness. Mismatches inhibit learning while causing beta oscillations during reset and hypothesis testing operations that are initiated in the deeper cortical layers. The generality of learned recognition codes is controlled by a vigilance process mediated by acetylcholine. Keywords: attention; learning; STDP; bottom-up filter; top-down expectation; match; prediction; mismatch; LGN; pulvinar; V1; V2; spikes; gamma oscillations; beta oscillations; synchronization; local field potentials; mismatch negativity; acetylcholine; cortical layers; Adaptive Resonance Theory From carnevalet at sbcglobal.net Tue Apr 15 23:06:11 2008 From: carnevalet at sbcglobal.net (Ted Carnevale) Date: Wed Apr 16 10:35:07 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] ModelDB update and survey Message-ID: <480518C3.5030403@sbcglobal.net> ModelDB http://senselab.med.yale.edu/modeldb/ is a searchable on-line database that supports the field of computational neuroscience (CNS) through convenient sharing of published models. It catalyzes advances in CNS by enabling verification of published models--which is essential for scientific reproducibility--and fostering attributed re-use and extension of models. As of April 15, 2008, ModelDB contains 367 models, implemented with more than 30 different programming languages or simulation environments. Model entries include downloadable source code, plus citations and links to the published articles. Survey 1. Have you published a computational neuroscience model that is not already in ModelDB? If so, we invite you to enter it (please contact tom dot morse at yale dot edu). 2. We would also like to hear if you have published any articles that used information obtained from ModelDB, or mentioned ModelDB in another context. 3. We are very interested to hear your comments or suggestions for improving ModelDB. Please send all replies to ted dot carnevale at yale dot edu with the subject line ModelDB update and survey --Ted From alberto at cs.rhul.ac.uk Wed Apr 16 16:01:44 2008 From: alberto at cs.rhul.ac.uk (Alberto Paccanaro) Date: Wed Apr 16 16:38:01 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] Postdoctoral position in Machine Learning and Computational Biology at Royal Holloway University of London Message-ID: <480606C8.7040208@cs.rhul.ac.uk> Applications are invited for one postdoctoral position at the Department of Computer Science of Royal Holloway, University of London. The successful candidate will work with Alberto Paccanaro on developing novel approaches to protein function prediction. Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant quantitative field (e.g. Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering), and a strong background in machine learning. An interest in graph-based semi-supervised learning methods and computational biology would be an asset for this position. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with members of the interdisciplinary Synthetic and Systems Biology Group (Computer Science and Biological Sciences at Royal Holloway) including: Laci Bogre, Alessandra Devoto, Peter Bramley, Paul Fraser, Enrique Lopez and Paul Devlin. The post is therefore ideal for someone with a computer science or maths background who is looking to move into computational biology. The Department of Computer Science at Royal Holloway has a leading position in the study of theory and practice of machine learning and in particular the development of the Support Vector learning technique and other kernel-based techniques. It is located on Royal Holloway's pleasant campus in Egham, close to London. Information on the Department may be found at www.cs.rhul.ac.uk. The position is for three years, full-time, starting in the late Spring or Summer 2008. The starting salary for the post is up to 33,047 GBP per annum (about 65,500 USD), inclusive of London Allowance. The position is funded by the BBSRC project "Development of a graph-theoretic approach to predict protein function by integrating large scale heterogeneous data", led by Alberto Paccanaro. Informal enquiries may be directed to Alberto Paccanaro (email: alberto@cs.rhul.ac.uk; URL: http://www.cs.rhul.ac.uk/home/alberto ; tel: +44 (0)1784 414239 ). Further details and an application form are available at http://www.rhul.ac.uk/Personnel/Ads/CompScie4949.html or from the Personnel Department, Royal Holloway, University of London, Egham, Surrey TW20 0EX; tel: +44 (0)1784 414241; fax: +44 (0)1784 274900. Please quote the reference KB/4949 The closing date for the receipt of applications is May 8, 2008. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. -- ===================================== Alberto Paccanaro Department of Computer Science Royal Holloway, University of London EGHAM, TW20 0EX UK Phone: +44 1784 414239 Fax: +44 1784 439786 Homepage: www.cs.rhul.ac.uk/~alberto From gaute.einevoll at umb.no Thu Apr 17 14:51:05 2008 From: gaute.einevoll at umb.no (Gaute Einevoll) Date: Thu Apr 17 14:56:11 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] PhD-position in Norway - modelling of extracellular potentials Message-ID: <9E92E19F09561E489F365365882C2C67B3B7C5554F@exch01.ans.umb.no> A full-time limited-term position as PhD stipendiate is available at the Department of Mathematical Sciences and Technology of the Norwegian University of Life Sciences at ?s, Norway. The PhD project focuses on computational modelling of extracellular potentials from underlying neural activity. The position is financed through a grant from the Research Council of Norway and is limited to three years. The Computational Neuroscience Group at the Department of Mathematical Sciences and Technology of the Norwegian University of Life Sciences received in 2007 a substantial grant under the eScience program of the Research Council of Norway (RCN): eNEURO - Multilevel Modeling and Simulations. We are thus expanding our activities and are looking for a PhD stipendiate as part of the eNEURO project. The PhD stipendiate position has research education as a primary goal. The successful applicant will thus become a PhD student at our department and is expected to finish a PhD during the alotted time period. For information on our group and the eNEURO project, see arken.umb.no/compneuro. Our group presently consists of four permanent faculty members (Einevoll, Indahl, Plesser, Wyller), one researcher, three post-docs, three doctoral students and a scientfic programmer, and will grow in the next few years. We have close collaborations with experimental and computational neuroscientists at University of Oslo (Storm, Heggelund), University of California at San Diego (Dale, Devor), RIKEN Brain Science Institute (Diesmann, Gr?n) and the Honda Research Institute Europe (Gewaltig). We enjoy prioritized access to the Norwegian national scientific high-performance computing resources as part of the eNeuro grant (www.notur.no). The PhD project will focus on mathematical/computational modelling of extracellular potentials (e.g., local field potential) as recorded in the brain by various types of electrodes. A combination of detailed compartmental modelling (using the simulator Neuron) and electromagnetic forward modelling (using the programming language Python) will be used. For more information on modelling of extracellular potentials and links to our group's previous publications on the topic, see http://arken.umb.no/compneuro/extracellular.php The successful applicant must have a mathematically oriented masters degree (e.g., in physics, computer science, mathematics or computational biology) and proven skills in computer-based mathematical modelling. A background in computational neuroscience is considered advantageous, likewise working experience from using high-level programming languages like Python, Matlab, Java or C++. The working language in our group is English. We would like to increase the number of women in our group and encourage women to apply. The position is financed through the eNeuro grant of the Research Council of Norway limited to three years, starting preferably no later than 1 August 2008. The contract period will be extended in case of parental leave. The salary is expected to start at state salary level 43 currently NOK 325800 (USD 61500) per year followed by annual increases. For applicants with significant relevant job experience a higher starting salary (up to state salary level 47, currently NOK 349100) may be negotiated. Please contact prof. Gaute T. Einevoll (+47-95124536, gaute.einevoll@umb.no) for more information. Deadline for applications: May 1st 2008 Please submit your application, which should include a CV with a publication list, either electronically via www.jobbnorge.no, see http://www.jobbnorge.no/visstilling2.aspx?stillid=47053&lang=EN or by conventional mail to Dept. of Mathematical Sciences and Technology, Norwegian University of Life Sciences, PO Box 5003, 1432 Aas, Norway. Please mark your letter with position code 08/392. %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Gaute T. Einevoll, Physics Department of Mathematical Sciences and Technology, Norwegian University of Life Sciences P.O.Box 5003, 1432 Aas, Norway; ph: +47-64965433, fax: +47-64965401, mobile: +47-95124536 Home: Plataaveien 9, 1369 Stabekk (+47-67580805) e-mail: Gaute.Einevoll@umb.no URL: http://arken.umb.no/~gautei/ From L.Berthouze at sussex.ac.uk Thu Apr 17 20:17:02 2008 From: L.Berthouze at sussex.ac.uk (Luc Berthouze) Date: Fri Apr 18 10:31:14 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] CFP Epigenetic Robotics 2008 (final deadline: 30 April 2008) Message-ID: <3BB072C8-E33F-4465-BDB8-B2C3F6CF30D0@sussex.ac.uk> **** Please note revised (final) submission deadline **** 30 April 2008 CALL FOR PAPERS: Epigenetic Robotics 2008 31 July - 2 August, 2008, Brighton, UK Eighth International Conference on Epigenetic Robotics: Modeling Cognitive Development in Robotic Systems http://www.epigenetic-robotics.org Email: epirob08@epigenetic-robotics.org ***2008 Conference Theme*** Evolution and Development: Related Processes of Change Location: University of Sussex, Brighton, UK Important Dates: ---------------- 30 April 2008: Deadline for submission of papers & posters 31 May 2008: Notification of acceptance of papers & posters 30 June 2008: Deadline for camera ready papers 31 July - 2 August 2008: EpiRob08 @ Brighton Keynote Speakers ----------------- Prof. Eva Jablonka (Tel Aviv University, Israel) Prof. Susan Oyama (John Jay College, New York, USA) Dr. Domenico Parisi (Institute of Cognitive Sciences and Technologies, CNR, Rome, Italy) Prof. Claudio Stern (University College London, UK) Conference Theme: ------------------ In the past 7 years, the Epigenetic Robotics annual conference has established itself as a unique place where original interdisciplinary research from developmental sciences, neuroscience, biology, cognitive robotics, and artificial intelligence is being presented. Psychological theory and empirical evidence is being used to inform epigenetic robotic models, and these models can be used as theoretical tools to make experimental predictions in developmental psychology. As in previous years, we encourage submissions from researchers whose work broadly intersects the fields (and subdisciplines) of developmental science, robotics, and neuroscience. As a special feature, this year we are also highlighting a specific organizational theme: evolution and development as related processes of change. The particular focus of this theme is on the dynamic interplay between ontogeny and phylogeny. In other words, how do new abilities and skills that emerge during development influence the path of evolution, and how do subsequent evolutionary changes help to create new developmental trajectories? This is a question that fits well within the mission of epigenetic robotics, as it spans not only a wide range of research areas and academic disciplines (e.g., biology, psychology, AI and machine learning, linguistics, anthropology, etc.) but also a broad spectrum of spatial and temporal scales (e.g., neurons, brains, social communities, cultures, etc.). We are especially interested in submissions that will enhance the emerging dialog between evolutionary and developmental perspectives. Relevant topics include, but are not limited to: - Artificial embryology - Morphogenesis, differentiation, and regulation - Behavioral inheritance and social learning - The evolution of language acquisition - Phylogenetic constraints on perceptual processing (e.g., face perception) - Neuroplasticity and the evolution of cognition - Evolutionary influences on mother-infant bonding - Modularity of mind (evolutionary constraints on neural processing) - Tool-use and problem-solving in humans, non-human primates, and machines Modes of Submission: -------------------- (1) Regular Submission (8-page max). After review, regular submissions will either be accepted or rejected (no revision as short papers or posters). Regular submissions will be allocated 8 pages in the Proceedings. (2) Abstract Submission (2-page max). After review, selected authors will be invited to present a poster. Abstract submissions will be allocated 2 pages in the Proceedings. Submission instructions will be available from the EpiRob website: http://www.epigenetic-robotics.org. Email submissions and/or questions regarding the submission process to epirob08-PC@epigenetic-robotics.org. Related Events: --------------- Note that "Artificial Life XI" (http://www.alifexi.org/) will be hosted in Winchester, UK (5-8 August 2008), and that we encourage participants to attend both meetings. Organizing Committee: --------------------- Luc Berthouze (University of Sussex, UK) Matthew Schlesinger (Southern Illinois University, USA) Christian Balkenius (Lund University, Sweden) Dr Luc Berthouze, Senior Lecturer Centre for Computational Neuroscience and Robotics (CCNR) Department of Informatics University of Sussex Brighton BN1 9QH, UK Tel: +44 1273 877206 Fax: +44 1273 877873 From christopher.pack at mcgill.ca Fri Apr 18 17:18:56 2008 From: christopher.pack at mcgill.ca (Christopher Pack, Dr.) Date: Fri Apr 18 17:57:47 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] Postdoc in visual neurophysiology Message-ID: <88D0960F912D1D418772EA0B479C9B8204272C7C@EXCHANGE2VS3.campus.mcgill.ca> Applications are requested for a postdoctoral position in visual neurophysiology at the Montreal Neurological Institute (MNI), which is part of McGill University's School of Medicine. The MNI is located in downtown Montreal, Canada, and provides a multifaceted neuroscience environment with clinical and research activities housed under one roof. The successful candidate will work with Christopher Pack as part of a collaboration with Dan Butts of Cornell University's Institute of Computational Biomedicine. The goal of the project is to elucidate how visual processing occurs in higher-level cortical areas during naturalistic visual stimulation. It will involve recording neuronal activity from the visual cortex in alert macaque monkeys, as well as the development and application of novel models of visual computation. The lab has facilities for multi-electrode recordings, human psychophysics, TMS, and eye movement monitoring. More information on our current research interests can be found at: http://www.mni.mcgill.ca/research/cpack/index.htm http://physiology.med.cornell.edu/faculty/butts/ The candidate must have obtained a Ph.D. in neuroscience or a related field in the last 3 years and have prior research experience in one or more of the following areas: -computational/theoretical neuroscience -micro-electrode recording of neural activity -analysis of neural signals Starting date is negotiable. Please send curriculum vitae, brief statement of research interests and accomplishments, and names of two references to christopher.pack@mcgill.ca. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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However, their inherently limited input voltage dynamic range vs power consumption and silicon die area tradeoffs makes them highly sensitive to transistor mismatch due to fabrication inaccuracy, device noise, and other nonidealities. This limitation precludes robust analog very-large-scale-integration (aVLSI) circuits implementation of emergent iono-neuronal dynamics computations beyond simple spiking with limited ion channel dynamics. Here we present versatile neuromorphic analog building-block circuits that afford near-maximum voltage dynamic range operating within the low-power MOS transistor weak-inversion regime which is ideal for aVLSI implementation or implantable biomimetic device applications. The fabricated microchip allowed robust realization of dynamic iono-neuronal computations such as coincidence detection of presynaptic spikes or pre- and postsynaptic activities. As a critical performance benchmark, the high-speed and highly interactive iono-neuronal simulation capability on-chip enabled our prompt discovery of a minimal model of chaotic pacemaker bursting, an emergent iono-neuronal behavior of fundamental biological significance which has hitherto defied experimental testing or computational exploration via conventional digital or analog simulations. These compact and power-efficient transistor analogs of emergent iono-neuronal dynamics open new avenues for next-generation neuromorphic, neuroprosthetic, and brain-machine interface applications. C2008 HFSP Publishing -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Online registration and abstract submission at www.neuroinformatics2008.org *Keynote Speakers:* * Mark Ellisman * Mitsuo Kawato * Mary Kennedy * Henry Markram * Idan Segev * David Van Essen *Workshops:* * /Future hardware challenges to scientific computing/ Erik de Schutter (chair), Gabriel Wittum, Marc-Oliver Gewaltig, John Shalf * /Neurogenomics meets bioinformatics meets neuroinformatics in database research/ Robert Williams (chair), Ed Lein, Seth Grant, Kristen Harris * /Extraction of structural and functional information from brain images/ Ulla Ruotsalainen (chair), Arthur Toga, Alan Evans, Thomas Mrsic-Fl?gel * /Challenges and benefits of multichannel electrophysiology/ Andrzej Wrobel (chair), Gy?rgy Buzsaki, Miguel Nicolelis, Xiaoqin Wang *Special session:* * /Perspectives in funding research in neuroinformatics/ Kathie Olsen, Wolfgang Boch We especially encourage junior researchers to submit abstracts for the poster session. We kindly ask you to spread information about the congress to potentially interested colleagues and target groups. In addition, the INCF Automn School on Methods in Neuroinformatics will be held in conjunction with the Congress, September 10 - 11. -- Elli Chatzopoulou, Ph.D. Scientific Information and Public Relations Officer International Neuroinformatics Coordinating Facility Secretariat Karolinska Institutet Nobels v?g 15A SE-171 77 Stockholm Sweden Email: elli.chatzopoulou@incf.org Phone: +46 8 524 87491 Mobile: +46 7 614 87491 Fax: +46 8 524 87150 web: www.incf.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The project: "Large scale interactions in brain networks and their breakdown in brain diseases" (European FP7) The overall goal of this project is to understand how neuronal assemblies exchange information (functional neuronal communication), and how variability in neuronal communication explains variability in behaviour, both in the healthy and injured brain. Neural communication involves temporal interactions, not only locally within an area but also on a larger-scale between brain areas. We focus on large-scale interactions that arise at two distinct but potentially related temporal scales: 'slow' (~0.1 Hz) fluctuations of the blood oxygen level dependent (BOLD) signal, as readily measured with functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI); and 'fast' (1-150 Hz) neuronal oscillations, as can be measured at various spatial scales (e.g. multi-unit activity (MUA) and local field potentials (LFP) at fine spatial scale; magnetoencephalography (MEG) at intermediate scale; electroencephalography (EEG). In our group, we are responsible for the modeling part. The candidates are expected to have a PhD in Neuroscience, Physics, or Mathematics. Specific requirements are: * Have a PhD; * Motivation to pursue a career in research; * Excellent spoken and written English; * Be eligible for and obtain a valid visa (where required) for postdoctoral residence; * Have a good publication record in peer-reviewed international proceedings and journals. Please send gustavo.deco at upf dot edu 1. CV; 2. Motivation letter describing research interests, prospective controbution to our projects and career vision; 3. Three letters of reference; 4. Full list of publications and copy of the three most representative ones. 5. Any other documents (publication, award, etc.) to support your application Selected postdoctoral students receive an office, computer, access to all facilities and will be involved in the managment and development of the challenging research projects. Only applications containing items 1-5 will be considered. If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of sending the documents, it means that your application was not retained. Documents won't be returned (please do not send originals). Applications can be sent immediately and will be processed in the order received until the positions are filled. -- Prof. Dr. Gustavo Deco Computational Neuroscience Departament of Technology Universitat Pompeu Fabra Passeig de Circumval?laci?, 8 E-08003 Barcelona, Spain +34 93 542 2977 (voice) +34 93 542 2451 (fax) http://cns.upf.edu/ From fellous at email.arizona.edu Mon Apr 21 20:30:33 2008 From: fellous at email.arizona.edu (Jean-Marc Fellous) Date: Tue Apr 22 09:30:57 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] Postdoctoral Position =?windows-1252?q?=96_Ventral_Tegmental_Area?= =?windows-1252?q?_-_University_of_Arizona?= Message-ID: <480CDD49.7090508@email.arizona.edu> Postdoctoral Position ? Ventral Tegmental Area - University of Arizona Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position in the computational and experimental neuroscience laboratory at the University of Arizona (Fellous laboratory, link below). The applicant will lead a project designed to understand the network computations performed within the ventral tegmental area of the rat. The applicant will use a combination of in vivo behaving (tetrodes), in vitro patch clamp and computational modeling techniques. The laboratory is part of a highly interactive environment (Neural Systems Memory and Aging, and E.F. McKnight Brain Institute), and the successful candidate will be expected to develop collaborations with other laboratories (local collaborators include: Bruce McNaughton, Carol Barnes, Michael Frank, Ed French, Katalin Gothard and Lynn Nadel). The applicant should have some training in neurophysiology and data analyses, and a strong motivation for collaborative work. A general background of research in neuromodulation or specifically in the dopaminergic system is desirable. Start date is negotiable, salary is competitive. Please send a CV, a brief statement of research interests and the names of three references to Jean-Marc Fellous: fellous at email.arizona.edu. - Link to the laboratory: http://emotion.nsma.arizona.edu/lab.html - Link to the Arizona Research Labs: http://www.arl.arizona.edu/ and NSMA: http://www.nsma.arizona.edu - Information about the Evelyn F. McKnight Brain Institute: http://www.sbs.arizona.edu/development/mcknight/mcknight.html -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://www.neuroinf.org/pipermail/comp-neuro/attachments/20080421/11f8e36f/attachment.html From Laurent.Perrinet at incm.cnrs-mrs.fr Wed Apr 23 11:18:42 2008 From: Laurent.Perrinet at incm.cnrs-mrs.fr (Laurent Perrinet) Date: Wed Apr 23 12:46:21 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] Call for papers : Second French Conference on Computational Neurosciences (Neurocomp'08) Message-ID: ************************************************************************** Second French Conference on Computational Neurosciences (Neurocomp'08) October 8-11th, 2008 Marseille, France - http://2008.neurocomp.fr ************************************************************************** * Submission deadline : June 3rd, 2008. * Registration deadline : September 15th, 2008. * Conf?rence : October 8-11, 2008 We invite you to participate to the second french conference on Computational Neuroscience, "Neurocomp08", which will be held from October 08th to October 11th in Marseille (France). Computational Neuroscience is the study of the mechanisms governing the processing of information in the nervous system. This integrative, interdisciplinary approach needs the constructive input from various fields such as neuroscience, information science, statistical physics or robotics. * Main conference : October 8-10, 2008 * Two workshops will take place on Saturday 11th. o ? Computational Vision ? organized by Pascal Mamassian and Pierre Kornprobst o ? Brain-machine interfaces (BMI) ? organized by Marc Maier and Thomas Brochier Invited lecturers: ****************** * Ad Aertsen (Freiburg, Germany) * Gustavo Deco (Barcelona, Spain) * Gregor Sch?ner (Bochum, Germany) * Andrew B. Schwartz (Pittsburgh, PA, USA) Submissions: ************ The communication proposals should be submitted in english or french as a 4-pages extended abstract. The submission is electronic, see the submission page below. The abstracts will be reviewed and the more appropriate presentation mode (oral presentation or poster) or possible rejection will be communicated by the end of July. Submission page : http://neurocomp2008.confmaster.net The conference encompasses a broad list of topics, from realistic/data related models to large-scale integrative models. The link between the proposed models and the explanation of neuronal treatments mechanisms should be clearly exposed. After the conference, a separate review process will take place in order to select some of the presented work for publication (special issue of J. Physiol. - Paris). Student submission and early results are particularily welcome. Free registration is possible for students making a motivated request to the organizing committee. Organizing committee (e-mail neurocomp08-orga@risc.cnrs.fr ) ************************************************************* * Laurent Perrinet, INCM, Marseille, * Emmanuel Dauc?, ISM, Marseille, * Jo?lle Forestier, INCM, Marseille, * Alexa Riehle, INCM, Marseille * Guillaume Masson, INCM, Marseille * Jean-Luc Blanc, LNIA, Marseille * Bruno Torresani, LATP, CMI, Marseille * Viktor Jirsa, ISM, Marseille Program Chair: ************** * Fr?d?ric Alexandre, DR INRIA, Nancy, Inria, projet Cortex * Nicolas Brunel, DR CNRS, Paris, Laboratoire de Neurophysique et Physiologie * Emmanuel Dauc?, MdC, Marseille, UMR 6152 Institut des Sciences du Mouvement * Alain Destexhe, DR CNRS, Unit? de Neurosciences Int?gratives et Computationnelle * Jacques Droulez, DR CNRS, Paris, Coll?ge de France Laboratoire de Physiologie de la Perception et de l'action * Olivier Faugeras, DR INRIA, Sophia-Antipolis, INRIA, Projet Odyss?e * Yves Fr?gnac, DR CNRS, Gif-sur-Yvette, Unit? de Neurosciences Int?gratives et Computationnelle * Line Garnero, DR CNRS, CNRS UPR 640, Laboratoire de Neurosciences Cognitives et Imagerie C?r?brale * R?mi Gervais, Professeur, Lyon 1, Laboratoire Neurosciences Sensorielles Comportement Cognition, UMR 5020 * Marc Maier, Professeur,UMR 742, Inserm/UPMC Action Neuroimage Mod?lisation * Pascal Mamassian, DR CNRS, FRE 2929, Laboratoire Psychologie de la Perception * Guillaume Masson, DR CNRS, CNRS, Institut de Neurosciences Cognitives de la M?diterran?e * H?l?ne Paugam-Moisy, Professeur, Lyon 2, LIRIS, UMR 5201, Mod?lisation et d?couverte de connaissances * Jean-Baptiste Poline, chercheur, CEA, D?partement de Recherche M?dicale - CEA - DSV, Service Hospitalier Fr?d?ric Joliot * Mathias Quoy, Professeur, Cergy-Pontoise, ENSEA-UCP, UMR 8051 Traitement des Images et du Signal * Manuel Samuelides, Professeur, Toulouse, ONERA/DTIM, Mod?les Math?matiques, Statistiques et Num?riques * Simon Thorpe, DR CNRS, Toulouse, CERCO-UMR 5549, Centre de recherche cerveau et cognition * Thierry Vi?ville, DR INRIA, Sophia-Antipolis, INRIA, Projet Odyss?e * Sylvie Renaud, Professeur, Bordeaux, IMS Practical Information : *********************** You will need to make your own hotel and transportation arrangements. We will have a list of recommended hotels on the conference web site. Transportation information will also be available on the conference web site. Please contact us (e-mail neurocomp08@risc.cnrs.fr ) for any further request. We look forward to seeing you in Marseille this fall! ---- Laurent Perrinet - INCM (UMR6193)/CNRS http://incm.cnrs-mrs.fr/LaurentPerrinet From M.J.vanSteensel at umcutrecht.nl Wed Apr 23 15:55:12 2008 From: M.J.vanSteensel at umcutrecht.nl (Steensel, M.J. van) Date: Wed Apr 23 16:37:09 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] Brain-Computer Interfacing in 2008 symposium: Early Registration Deadline Message-ID: Skipped content of type multipart/alternative-------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Various kinds of nature-inspired algorithms have been designed and applied, and many of them are producing high quality solutions to a variety of real-world applications and optimisation problems, including scheduling, manufacturing, logistics, space allocation, stock cutting, anomaly detection, engineering design, software testing, bioinformatics and data mining, etc. The success of these algorithms has led to competitive advantages and cost savings not only to the industry but also the society at large. The use of nature-inspired algorithms stands out to be promising due to the fact that many real-world problems have become increasingly complex. The size and complexity of the optimisation problems nowadays require the development of methods and solutions whose efficiency is measured by their ability to find acceptable results within a reasonable amount of time. Despite there is no guarantee of finding the optimal solution, approaches based on the influence of biology and life sciences such as evolutionary algorithms, neural networks, ant systems, swarm intelligence, artificial immune systems, and many others have been shown to be highly practical and provided state-of-the-art solutions to various optimisation problems. The aim of this book is to provide a central source of reference by collecting and disseminating the progressive body of knowledge on nature-inspired algorithms and their applications. The main focus will be the implementation of nature-inspired solutions for optimisation based on empirical studies. Recommended topics include, but are not limited to, the following: Methods: -evolutionary algorithms -memetic algorithms -neural networks -artificial life -particle swarm optimisation -ant colony optimisation -artificial immune systems -membrane, molecular, cellular and DNA computing -tabu search, simulated annealing, etc -hybrid methods with metaheuristics, machine learning, game theory, mathematical programming, constraint programming, co-evolutionary learning, etc Applications: -evolutionary games -evolutionary economics -production, logistics and transportation -telecommunications and engineering design -planning, scheduling and timetabling -bioinformatics and data mining -cooperative decision support systems -grid computing and computer security -software testing and software self assembly -numerical and combinatorial optimisation -multi-objective optimisation, dynamic optimisation, problems with uncertainty, etc -integration of natural computing techniques in intelligent systems -implementation issues of natural computing techniques -optimisation strategies in robotics path planning, task allocation and coordination -optimisation and control of highly nonlinear, large scale or networked engineering -empirical comparison of optimisation problems -successful optimisations in the fields of business, science and engineering Submission Procedure: Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before April 30, 2008 an extended abstract to rchiong@swinburne.edu.my clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors of accepted proposals will be notified in 2 weeks time about the status of their proposals. Full chapters are expected to be submitted by July 15, 2008. All submitted chapters will be reviewed by at least three reviewers. Important Dates: Deadline for chapter proposals April 30, 2008 Deadline for full chapters July 15, 2008 Notification of acceptance/rejection of chapters September 15, 2008 Deadline for submission of final chapters October 10, 2008 Publication of book Second half of 2009 About the series Studies in Computational Intelligence: The series Studies in Computational Intelligence (SCI) publishes new developments and advances in the various areas of computational intelligence - quickly and with a high quality. The intent is to cover the theory, applications, and design methods of computational intelligence, as embedded in the fields of engineering, computer science, physics and life science, as well as the methodologies behind them. The series contains monographs, lecture notes and edited volumes in computational intelligence spanning the areas of neural networks, connectionist systems, genetic algorithms, evolutionary computation, artificial intelligence, cellular automata, self-organising systems, soft computing, fuzzy systems, and hybrid intelligent systems. Critical to both contributors and readers are the short publication time and world-wide distribution - this permits a rapid and broad dissemination of research results. Inquiries and submissions can be forwarded electronically or by mail to: Raymond Chiong School of Information Technology Swinburne University of Technology (Sarawak Campus) State Complex, 93576 Kuching Sarawak, Malaysia Tel.: +60 82 416 353 ? Fax: +60 82 423 594 E-mail: rchiong@swinburne.edu.my -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The aim of the grant is to evaluate the relative contributions of electrical activity as against molecular guidance cues in the development of ordered nerve connections in the vertebrate visual system. The Research Associate will be based at Cambridge and will develop computational models for the formation of retinotectal connections, focusing initially on the roles of spontaneous neural activity. These models will help generate hypotheses that can be tested by the experimental partners. The candidate will also be expected to quantify and analyse relevant experimental data. The job will involve travel to project partners and attendance at workshops and conferences. The ideal candidate will have a first degree in the mathematical or physical sciences, and a PhD in Computational Neuroscience or a closely related discipline. He/She will have an interest in developmental neuroscience and experience in interacting with colleagues across disciplines. Experience in developing computational models in C/Matlab/R is highly advantageous. Good communication skills are also essential, both for working with the project team and publication of results. Informal enquiries should be directed to Dr Stephen Eglen (S.J.Eglen@damtp.cam.ac.uk). The start date for this position is expected to be Summer 2008. The post will be for three years in the first instance with a possibility for renewal for up to two more years. Applications should include a CV, a statement of research and a completed form PD18 Parts I and III (downloadable from http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/personnel/forms/pd18/), and should be sent to Dr Stephen Eglen, DAMTP-CMS, Wilberforce Road, Cambridge CB3 0WA or emailed to: S.J.Eglen@damtp.cam.ac.uk. Closing date: 22 May 2008. Vacancy Reference No: LE03346 Salary: 25,134-32,796 pounds. Limit of tenure applies (the funds for this post are available three years in the first instance). http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/hr/jobs/vacancies.cgi?job=3346 -- Stephen Eglen, DAMTP, Centre for Mathematical Sciences Wilberforce Road, Cambridge CB3 0WA, U.K. Tel +44 (0)1223 765 761 S.J.Eglen@damtp.cam.ac.uk Fax +44 (0)1223 760 419 http://www.damtp.cam.ac.uk/user/eglen From pprodrigues at liaad.up.pt Thu Apr 24 22:44:48 2008 From: pprodrigues at liaad.up.pt (Pedro Pereira Rodrigues) Date: Fri Apr 25 10:19:05 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] CFP Sensor-KDD Workshop Message-ID: <4810F140.4030802@liaad.up.pt> Skipped content of type multipart/mixed-------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Established in April 2008, the major goal of the new department is to advance our understanding of living systems by developing theoretical, computational and experimental approaches to study complex biological systems. The College has 750 medical students, 325 graduate students and 360 post-doctoral fellows in training and boasts a strong research faculty covering broad areas of experimental biology, offering outstanding opportunities for collaborative interactions. The opening in late 2007 of the 200,000 square foot Center for Genetic and Translational Medicine at Einstein locates computational, systems and experimental scientists in physical proximity to foster interdisciplinary communication and collaboration. Highly competitive start-up packages are available. We seek outstanding scientists with broad experience and demonstrated collaborative interactions with experimental or clinical investigators. Candidates should have strength in a physical, mathematical or computational field at the Ph.D. or equivalent level. Experience applying these skills to a biological or biomedical area (demonstrated through publications or support) is also desirable. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to: Modeling cellular processes, such as signaling, transcriptional regulation and immune response; Pathway analysis; Genetic networks; Functional proteomics and genomics; Evolution of structure and function; Computational neuroscience; Mathematical and computational modeling of complex traits and diseases. Applicants should send a letter of interest, C.V., statement of research and teaching interests, and names of three referees, in electronic format to: Systems and Computational Biology Search Committee Albert Einstein College of Medicine Jack and Pearl Resnick Campus 1300 Morris Park Ave. Price Center, Rm. 153 Bronx, New York 10461 E-mail Address: FacultySearch@scb.aecom.yu.edu Subject line should be: SCB Faculty Search EOE From lendasse at hut.fi Mon Apr 28 17:30:45 2008 From: lendasse at hut.fi (Amaury Lendasse) Date: Tue Apr 29 09:58:16 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] ESTSP'08 EXTENDED DEADLINE Message-ID: <00b101c8a944$d417a9d0$0501a8c0@itldemolap> **We apologize for possible duplicates of this message, sent to distributions lists only** SECOND CALL FOR PAPERS ESTSP'08 - European Symposium on Time Series Prediction Following the successful 2007 conference, ESTSP 2008 will be organized in Finland in 17-19 September 2008 at Haikko, Porvoo, 30-40 minutes from Helsinki. More information will be available at http://www.estsp.org/ Conference site: http://www.haikko.fi/kokoukset/en_GB/presentation/ The conference is co-organized with the AKRR'08 - ADAPTIVE KNOWLEDGE REPRESENTATION AND REASONING. The second European Symposium on Time Series Prediction (TSP) is a new event in the fields of Neural Networks, Statistics and Econometrics. It will be held in Porvoo, one of the most beautiful towns in Finland. Contributions are welcome. Webpage: http://www.estsp.org/ DEADLINES Submission of papers: 15 May 2008 Notification of acceptance: 15 June 2008 ESTSP conference: 17 - 19 September 2008 PREDICTION COMPETITION A new prediction competition is organized. The goal of the competition is the long-term prediction of 3 Time Series. The competition deadline is on 01 May 2008, same date as the paper submission deadline. The prediction competition dataset is now available. The schedule of the competition will favor fast methods. Special Session on Analysis of Environmental Time Series Environmental monitoring programs and modeling of large-scale databases of environmental time series are becoming increasingly important due to growing concerns about nature and the global changes in it. Objective, large-scale analysis of the environment often requires data analysis and prediction expertise to turn measurement data into reliable findings about the environment. The goal of the special session "Analysis of environmental time series" is to report on the advances in time series analysis and prediction methodology in this domain and to show innovative applications of established methods to environmental time series data. The special session "Analysis of environmental time series" is held during the European Symposium on Time Series Prediction (ESTSP'08), 17 - 19 September, 2008 in Porvoo, Finland. We invite methods-oriented contributions on all topics of the conference, specifically developed for the analysis of environmental times series or applied to environmental time series data. Submission procedure, format and the important dates are the same as for the main conference. Please refer to the conference main page for instructions. Please mark your submission with "Submission to the special session: Analysis of environmental time series". The special session organizers: D.Sc.(Tech.) Jaakko Hollmen Helsinki University of Technology Department of Information and Computer Science P.O. Box 5400, FI-02015 HUT, FINLAND tel +358-9-451 5290 fax +358-9-451 3277 D.Sc.(Tech.) Mika Sulkava Helsinki University of Technology Department of Information and Computer Science P.O. Box 5400, FI-02015 HUT, FINLAND tel +358-9-451 5290 fax +358-9-451 3277 Special Session on Prediction for Corporate Finance Submission procedure, format and the important dates are the same as for the main conference. Please refer to the conference main page for instructions. Please mark your submission with "Submission to the special session: Prediction for Corporate Finance". The special session organizer: Eric S?verin, Associate Professeur LEM ?Laboratoire Economie Management, Avenue du peuple Belge 59043 Lille cedex France PROCEEDINGS AND JOURNAL SPECIAL ISSUE The proceedings will include all communications presented to the conference, and will be available on-site. Extended versions of selected papers will be published in the Neurocomputing journal (Elsevier). LOCATION The ESTSP 2008 conference will be held in Haikko Manor in Porvoo. Porvoo is a about 50 kilometers from Helsinki near the southern coast of Finland. The Manor itself is very old and classy place with historically valuable and stimulating atmosphere. The conference facilities have been recently renovated to meet the demands of modern conferences. Helsinki University of Technology is one of the top-level universities in Finland for both education and research. The ESTSP 2008 is organized by the Adaptive Informatics Research Centre from the Department of Information and Computer Science (ICS) of HUT. The Adaptive Informatics Research Centre is a Centre of Excellence of the Academy of Finland. HUT is located in Espoo. Conference location: Hotel Haikko Manor Haikkoontie 114 06400 Porvoo Finland Phone: +358 19 576 01 Fax: +358 19 576 0399 Email: hotelli.haikko@haikko.fi CONTACT AND CONFERENCE SECRETARIAT All questions concerning ESTSP'2008 may be sent by e-mail (preferred) to amaury.lendasse@hut.fi. Contact address: Dr. Amaury Lendasse Helsinki University of Technology Laboratory of Computer and Information Science P.O. Box 5400 FI-02015 HUT FINLAND fax +358-9-451 3277 http://www.estsp.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The C3Vision program looks to synergistically couple biological and computer vision systems using a combination of brain machine interfaces, machine learning and pattern classification, and image understanding within the context of understanding the advantages and limits of both biological and computer vision. Applicants should have a background in one, and preferably several, of the following: machine vision (especially content based indexing and automated image labeling), machine learning, neural signal processing, neuroimaging (EEG and/or fMRI), real-time systems design and programming. LIINC is in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Columbia University and interacts closely with other departments at Columbia, Including Electrical Engineering, Biological Sciences, Computer Science and Neuroscience. In addition, the C3Vision project includes collaborators at other academic institutions as well as in industry, and the project involves both basic and applied research which will ultimately lead to testable systems. Interested candidates should send via email their CV, three representative papers, the names of three references, and cover letter to Prof. Paul Sajda (ps629@columbia.edu). Applications will be considered until July 2008. The position is for one year, with the option to renew for an additional year, given satisfactory performance and available funding. Paul Sajda, Ph.D. Associate Professor Department of Biomedical Engineering Columbia University 351 Engineering Terrace Building, Mail Code 8904 1210 Amsterdam Avenue New York, NY 10027 tel: (212) 854-5279 fax: (212) 854-8725 email: ps629@columbia.edu http://liinc.bme.columbia.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://www.neuroinf.org/pipermail/comp-neuro/attachments/20080428/6e71b471/attachment.html From yeewhye at gmail.com Wed Apr 30 23:14:44 2008 From: yeewhye at gmail.com (YeeWhye Teh) Date: Fri May 2 12:17:37 2008 Subject: [Comp-neuro] 2nd CfP: ICML/UAI/COLT 2008 Workshop on Nonparametric Bayes Message-ID: <90231e670804301414s58fe1d7p1b92890c44ef5367@mail.gmail.com> This is the second call for abstracts and participation for the workshop on nonparametric Bayes at ICML/UAI/COLT to be held July 9, 2008. Apologies for cross-posting. Please note the extended submission deadline of May 9, 2008. Nonparametric Bayes 2008 Workshop held at ICML/UAI/COLT 2008 Helsinki, Finland July 9, 2008 http://npbayes.wikidot.com One of the major problems driving current research in statistical machine learning is the search for ways to exploit highly-structured models that are both expressive and tractable. Nonparametric Bayesian methodology provides significant leverage on this problem. In the nonparametric Bayesian framework, the prior distribution is not a fixed parametric form, but is rather a general stochastic process?-a distribution over a possibly uncountably infinite number of random variables. This generality makes it possible to work with prior and posterior distributions on objects such as trees of unbounded depth and breadth, graphs, partitions, sets of monotone functions, sets of smooth functions and sets of general measures. Applications of nonparametric Bayesian methods have begun to appear in disciplines such as information retrieval, natural language processing, machine vision, computational biology, cognitive science and signal processing. Because of their flexibility, they can also be used to express prior knowledge without restricting to small parametric classes. Furthermore, research on nonparametric Bayesian models has served to enhance the links between statistical machine learning and a number of other mathematical disciplines, including stochastic processes, algorithms, optimization, combinatorics and knowledge representation. There have been several previous workshops on nonparametric Bayesian methods at machine learning conferences, including workshops at NIPS in 2003 and 2005 and a workshop at ICML workshop in 2006. This workshop aims to build on the success of these earlier workshops and to catalyze further research. There are many problem areas that need additional attention; these include (1) the development of new Monte Carlo and variational algorithms for inference; (2) the combination of ideas from knowledge representation and nonparametric Bayesian analysis to develop formal languages for specifying and manipulating flexible Bayesian models; (3) the problem of finding objective priors that work in the nonparametric Bayesian setting; (4) theoretical analysis of the conditions under which nonparametric Bayesian methods succeed or fail; and (5) the ongoing need to find compelling applications that serve to exhibit recent developments and to drive further research. This workshop is intended to bring together the growing community of nonparametric Bayesian researchers to explore these and other issues. FORMAT: The one-day workshop consists of three invited talks, three contributed talks, a round-table discussion on theory, methodology and applications, a round-table discussion on general-purpose language and software, a poster session, and a panel discussion. CALL FOR PARTICIPATION: Researchers interested in presenting their work and ideas at the workshop should send an email to npbayes@googlemail.com with the following information: - Title - Authors - Abstract (maximum 2 pages, ICML style pdf) - Preferred contribution (talk, poster, and/or round-table participation) We expect authors to provide a final version of their papers by late June for inclusion on the workshop home page. Papers chosen for contributed talks shall also be expected to liaise with a discussion leader who will be in charge of stimulating discussion of the work at the workshop. DATES: - Abstracts due: May 9, 2008 - Notifications: May 16, 2008 - Final paper due: June 20, 2008 - Workshop: July 9, 2008 ORGANIZERS: - Yee Whye Teh. Gatsby Unit, UCL - Romain Thibaux. Computer Science, Berkeley - Athanasios Kottas. Applied Mathematics and Statistics, UC Santa Cruz - Zoubin Ghahramani. Engineering, Cambridge - Michael I. Jordan. Computer Science and Statistics, UC Berkeley CONTACT: npbayes@googlemail.com -- Yee Whye Teh, Ph.D. +44 20 7679 1199 Lecturer, Gatsby Computational Neuroscience Unit, University College London ywteh@gatsby.ucl.ac.uk http://www.gatsby.ucl.ac.uk/~ywteh -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://www.neuroinf.org/pipermail/comp-neuro/attachments/20080430/0e7decae/attachment.html