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Subject: SMB Digest v13i39
SMB Digest September 25, 2013 Volume 13 Issue 39
ISSN 1086-6566
Editor: Ray Mejía ray(at)smb(dot)org
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Issue's Topics:
IMO Workshop 3 on Personalized Medicine, Nov 18th-22nd, Moffitt
NCTS Conf., Mathematical Physiology, Oct 31-Nov 2, Hsinchu, Taiwan
CfP: AlCoB 2014, July 1-3, Tarragona, Spain
Spring Opportunities Workshop for Women in the Mathematical Sciences
PhD Training Program in Computational Biology and Medicine
Call for Postdoctoral Fellowship Applications at NIMBioS
Postdoc Position, Computational Population Genetics, U Arizona
Academic Positions, University of Pretoria
SMBnet Reminders
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From: Anderson, Alexander (Sandy) <
Alexander.Anderson@moffitt.org>
Date: Sat, Sep 21, 2013 at 12:00 PM
Subject: IMO Workshop 3 on Personalized Medicine, Nov 18th-22nd, Moffitt
Dear Colleague,
We are currently organizing the 3rd IMO workshop that will run from
November 18-22nd at Moffitt (see link for flyer below). This workshop is
designed to motivate and facilitate hands-on modeling experience focused
on Personalized Medicine. The workshop is comprised of both an educational
event and competition. The workshop will divide into four teams (or maybe 5)
integrating clinical, experimental and theoretical members that will focus
their energies on developing and implementing a mathematical model focused
on facilitating personalized approach to diagnosis or treatment of a given
cancer. The teams are expected to come up with a model, solve it and give a
presentation all within 4.5 intense days. The opening presentation is set
for the morning of the 18th and the morning of the final day, the 22nd,
is dedicated to presentations and judging. All workshop activities will be
held at the Moffitt Cancer Centre and Research Institute in Tampa, Florida.
A critical piece of this workshop will be the use of patient specific data,
the idea being that the mathematical model will utilize patient data in
some way that will enhance personalized medicine. To facilitate integration
and motivate participation we are offering an Amazon gift voucher to active
participants of the winning team and to the runner up team. I am also pleased
to say that the leaders of the winning team will be awarded a $50K pilot
grant, that will be administered primarily by the IMO but most likely will
facilitate experimental and clinical validation.
For the first time we are offering travel awards (thanks to the support of
SMB and Moffitt PSOC), these are extremely limited and competitive - not a
first come first served basis. If you are a Postdoc or PhD student interested
in participating in the workshop as a team player, please register asap
at
http://imo3.eventbrite.com and follow instructions. Time is very tight,
so please don't wait to register for this exciting opportunity.
Download the workshop flyer here:
http://labpages.moffitt.org/andersona/images/workshop.V3.pdf
Register for the workshop here:
http://imo3.eventbrite.com
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From: Je-Chiang Tsai <
tsaijc.math@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Sep 18, 2013 at 10:56 AM
Subject: NCTS Conf., Mathematical Physiology, Oct 31-Nov 2, Hsinchu, Taiwan
2013 NCTS Conference on Mathematical Physiology (Second Announcement)
Date: Oct 31th - Nov 2nd, 2013
Place: National Centre for Theoretical Sciences, National Tsing Hua
University, Hsinchu, Taiwan
Conference URL:
http://math.cts.nthu.edu.tw/Mathematics/2013MP.htm
Conference Scope:
The celebrated work of Hodgkin and Huxley in the last century provides
an excellent example that physiologists can use mathematical models and
methods to help them in extracting the mechanisms of physiological phenomena.
On the other hand, due to the nature of different disciplines, there are
barriers for the communication between physiologists and mathematicians.
This three-day conference is a multidisciplinary meeting forum for
researchers from experimental and theoretical fields, modeling, and applied
mathematics, and is devoted to facilitating scientific exchange of ideas
between physiologists and applied mathematicians, and initiating new
collaborative partnerships.
Invited Speakers:
Baltazar Aguda (National Cancer Institute, USA)
Carson Chow (National Institutes of Health, USA)
Daniel Forger (University of Michigan, USA)
Pranay Goel (IISER Pune, India)
James Keener (University of Utah, USA)
Tai-Chia Lin (National Taiwan University)
Chu-Pin Lo (Providence University)
Chih-Wen Shih (National Chiao Tung University)
James Sneyd (University of Auckland, New Zealand)
Ruey J. Sung (Stanford University School of Medicine, USA)
Organizers:
Sze-Bi Hsu (NCTS & National Tsing Hua University)
James Sneyd (University of Auckland, New Zealand)
Je-Chiang Tsai (National Chung Cheng University)
There is no registration fee and the contribution lecture is welcome.
For further information, please visit
http://math.cts.nthu.edu.tw/Mathematics/2013MP.htm
or contact with Dr. Je-Chiang Tsai via the email:
tsaijc.math@gmail.com
Supported by: National Centre for Theoretical Sciences
(
http://www.math.cts.nthu.edu.tw/main.php)
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From: GRLMC <
grlmc@urv.cat>
Date: Sun, Sep 22, 2013 at 1:24 PM
Subject: CfP: AlCoB 2014, July 1-3, Tarragona, Spain
1st INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ALGORITHMS FOR COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGY
AlCoB 2014
Tarragona, Spain
July 1-3, 2014
Organized by:
Research Group on Mathematical Linguistics (GRLMC)
Rovira i Virgili University
http://grammars.grlmc.com/alcob2014/
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From: Catherine Crawley <
ccrawley@nimbios.org>
Date: Fri, Sep 20, 2013 at 2:20 PM
Subject: Spring Opportunities Workshop for Women in the Mathematical Sciences
"Spring Opportunities Workshop for Women in the Mathematical Sciences"
Applications are now being accepted for the "Spring Opportunities Workshop
for Women in the Mathematical Sciences," to be held April 9-11, 2014,
at the National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis
(NIMBioS) in Knoxville, TN. This workshop will familiarize women in the
mathematical sciences with professional opportunities and tips to thrive
in mathematics-related careers. Speakers, panelists and discussion leaders
will be women in research and management positions in industry, government
labs and academia. Participants are encouraged to present a poster on
their research. Graduate students and PhD's in the early stages of their
post-graduate careers are invited to apply and registration is free.
Application deadline: January 20, 2014. A descriptive flyer is at
http://www.nimbios.org/ifiles/WS_plantviruses_flyer.pdf.
For more information about the workshop and how to apply see
http://www.nimbios.org/workshops/WS_plantviruses.
Co-sponsors: NIMBioS, SAMSI (Statistical and Applied Mathematical Sciences
Institute), and the NSF Mathematical Sciences Diversity Committee, in
cooperation with the Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM).
For further information, please contact Kelly Sturner, Education and Outreach
Coordinator, NIMBioS (email:
ksturner_at_nimbios.org) or Dr. Suzanne
Lenhart, Associate Director of Education and Outreach, NIMBioS (email:
lenhart_at_math.utk.edu).
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From: David J. Christini <
dchristi@med.cornell.edu>
Date: Wed, Sep 18, 2013 at 2:41 PM
Subject: PhD Training Program in Computational Biology and Medicine
Dear Colleagues,
Please inform students interested in mathematical biology or computational
biology PhD programs about the Tri-Institutional Training Program in
Computational Biology and Medicine (CBM).
CBM takes advantage of the outstanding educational and research resources
of Cornell University in Ithaca, NY, the Weill Cornell Medical College
in New York City, and the Sloan-Kettering Institute (the research arm
of the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center) in New York City to train
computational biologists in the interdisciplinary approaches (quantitative
and experimental) they need to solve the complex problems that characterize
biology and medicine.
This NIH T32-funded PhD program is recruiting highly qualified students
from biological science and/or quantitative backgrounds. Focus areas
include Biophysics and Structural Biology, Genomics and Bioinformatics,
Modeling and Systems Biology, Neuroscience, and Cancer Biology.
Please visit
www.triiprograms.org/cbm for more information.
Thank you very much.
Sincerely,
David Christini, PhD
Director, CBM Program
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From: Catherine Crawley <
ccrawley@nimbios.org>
Date: Fri, Sep 20, 2013 at 10:56 AM
Subject: Call for Postdoctoral Fellowship Applications at NIMBioS
Call for Postdoctoral Fellowship Applications at NIMBioS -- Next Deadline:
December 11, 2013
The National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS),
located at the Univ. of Tennessee, Knoxville, is currently accepting
applications for postdoctoral scholarship at the interface between mathematics
and biology. Highest priority will be given to those with explicit plans to
develop their ability to effectively carry on research across these fields. We
are particularly interested in requests to support research that integrates
diverse fields, requires synthesis at multiple scales, and/or makes use of or
requires development of new mathematical/computational approaches. NIMBioS
Postdoctoral Fellows are chosen based upon indications that the applicant's
research plans are consistent with the mission of NIMBioS, the applicant
has the demonstrated ability to carry out the proposed research, and the
opportunities provided through NIMBioS will enhance the capacity for the
research to be completed in an efficient and timely manner. Support: annual
stipend of $51,000, full University of Tennessee employee fringe benefits,
and an annual travel allowance of $2,000.
How to apply: Complete the online application and submit a brief project
description, references, and CV following the guidelines available at
http://www.nimbios.org/postdocs/
Deadline: NIMBioS postdoctoral requests for support are reviewed two times
per year, and the selected researchers are offered positions at NIMBioS
where they conduct research that is mostly self-directed. The deadline for
activities beginning in summer/fall 2014 is December 11, 2013 but applications
for positions starting later in 2014 are also accepted at this time. All
letters of recommendation must be submitted before the request deadline.
The National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS)
(
http://www.nimbios.org) brings together researchers from around the world
to collaborate across disciplinary boundaries to investigate solutions to
basic and applied problems in the life sciences. NIMBioS is sponsored by
the National Science Foundation, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security,
and the U.S. Department of Agriculture with additional support from The
University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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From: Gutenkunst, Ryan N - (rgutenk) <
rgutenk@email.arizona.edu>
Date: Wed, Sep 18, 2013 at 4:48 PM
Subject: Postdoc Position, Computational Population Genetics, U Arizona
A postdoctoral research associate position is available in the Gutenkunst
group, in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University
of Arizona. The Gutenkunst group integrates computational population genomics
and systems biology to understand evolution, with a focus on humans. For
more information, see
http://gutengroup.mcb.arizona.edu or contact Dr. Ryan
Gutenkunst at
rgutenk@email.arizona.edu.
Emerging whole-genome data offer both great opportunities and great
challenges for understanding the genetic history of natural populations.
We seek a quantitatively-skilled researcher to develop and apply novel
computational methods for inferring demographic history and natural
selection from population-genomic data. Potential projects include modeling
selection on amino-acid altering mutations or building new computational
tools incorporating linkage into demographic inference. The applicant's
specific project will be designed in collaboration between the applicant
and Dr. Gutenkunst.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in mathematics, a physical or computational
science, or biology. Applicants should also have prior computational
experience and be motivated, creative, and collegial. Experience with
genome-scale data is advantageous. The University of Arizona has great
strength in population genetics and quantitative biology, offering potential
interactions with Drs. Michael Hammer, Joe Watkins, Joanna Masel, and
others. Computational resources are similarly excellent. The campus is
highly interdisciplinary and very collegial. The University of Arizona is
an EEO/AA - M/W/D/V Employer.
At 2,500 feet above sea level, culturally diverse Tucson, Arizona is nestled
among five mountain ranges in the beautiful Sonoran Desert and is surrounded
by Saguaro National Park. Housing is affordable, quality of life is high,
and outdoor recreation opportunities include the southernmost ski area in
the United States. The area receives over 350 days of sunshine per year
and enjoys average high/low temperatures of 82/54 degrees F.
Applications should include a C.V., cover letter, and contact
information for three references. Please submit applications through
http://www.uacareertrack.com, job number 53438. Application review begins
immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
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From: Roumen Anguelov <
Roumen.Anguelov@up.ac.za>
Date: Thu, Sep 19, 2013 at 5:52 AM
Subject: Academic Positions, University of Pretoria
The Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics at University of
Pretoria invites applications for three academic posts at the level of
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor. For more information
visit "Positions" at
http://www.up.ac.za/maths.
Closing date: 14 October 2013
Enquiries: Roumen Anguelov (
roumen.anguelov@up.ac.za)
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