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Subject: Society for Mathematical Biology Digest
SMB Digest December 9, 2014 Volume 14 Issue 50
ISSN 1086-6566
Editor: Ray Mejía ray(at)smb(dot)org
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Issue's Topics:
Workshop: Topics in Applied Dynamical Systems, May 24-27, Ohio State
CfA: Latest Advances in Cardiac Modeling, March 2015
Bi-Monthly News from NIMBioS, November-December 2014, Vol 6 Issue 6
Highlights in Mathematical and Computational Biology at Springer
Islets of Langerhans now available on SpringerLink
ToC: Bulletin of Mathematical Biology, Vol. 76, Issue 12
$1M Available for Digital Innovation that Moves Us Beyond the Bug Box
Harvard Medical School, Bioinformatics/Genomics Signal Processing Intern
Graduate Positions: Mathematical Biology & Quantitative Ecology, USF
PhD Positions: Computational Cardiovascular Science, Oxford University
Two PhD Positions: Computational & Systems Biology, U Edinburgh
Postdoc Positions: Math Modeling & Comp Systems Biology, UCONN
Assistant Professor, Statistics, WSU
Tenure-track Position: Mathematical Biology, University of Manitoba
Two Tenure-track Positions: Barber School, UBC Okanagan Campus
SMBnet Reminders
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From: Maria Leite <mcleite@mail.usf.edu>
Date: Tue, Dec 2, 2014 at 10:09 AM
Subject: Workshop: Topics in Applied Dynamical Systems, May 24-27, Ohio State
Workshop on Topics in applied dynamical systems: equivariance and beyond
Department of Mathematics, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH. May 24 -
27, 2015.
The purpose of this four day workshop is to reflect on the current state of
equivariant dynamical systems and coupled cell systems theory, focusing on a
selection of interconnected research directions. The workshop will feature
some of the main contributors to the theory and its numerous applications,
highlight promising future directions, and mark the contribution of Professor
Martin Golubitsky as one of the leaders of the field on the occasion of
his 70th.
Themes:
- Coupled cell system; Equivariant Dynamics; Network Dynamics
- Pattern formation
- Mathematical neuroscience
Application for travel support: We may be able to provide travel grants to
support junior researchers. If you are interested, please send the following
items to any one of the organizers: (1) CV (less than two pages); (2) research
statement; (3) one recommendation letter if you are graduate student. Deadline
for application: Feb. 1, 2015. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
For more info, visit:
http://math.tsu.edu/YWang/EquivDynamicsWorkshop/workshop.html
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From: Cristóbal Bertoglio B. <bertoglio@lnm.mw.tum.de>
Date: Fri, Dec 5, 2014 at 9:28 AM
Subject: CfA: Latest Advances in Cardiac Modeling, March 2015
Dear colleagues,
we are pleased to announce the
2nd International Workshop on Latest Advances in Cardiac Modeling
to be held in Munich on 12-13 March 2015 at the German Heart Center Munich.
More information can be found on the evolving webpage
at:http://www.lnm.mw.tum.de/lacm2015
For organizational purposes it would be great to hear back from you at your
earliest convenience. So, if you are intending to submit an abstract or to
just attend the workshop without a talk, we would appreciate you give us
a short notice.
Hoping to welcome you in Munich,
C. Bertoglio, I. Deisenhofer, M. Schwaiger, W.A. Wall
Technical University of Munich
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From: NIMBioS <newsletter@nimbios.org>
Date: Wed, Dec 3, 2014 at 10:59 AM
Subject: Bi-Monthly News from NIMBioS, November-December 2014, Vol 6 Issue 6
See
http://archive.constantcontact.com/fs105/1102610363105/archive/1119337298415.html
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From: Springer <springer@news.springer.com>
Date: Thu, Dec 4, 2014 at 3:46 AM
Subject: Highlights in Mathematical and Computational Biology at Springer
Springer Visit us at
http://news.springer.com/re?l=D0In5tmimI6hds1vdI0
You can read this email online at
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From: SpringerReference <springer@sci.scientific-direct.net>
Date: Tue, 02 Dec 2014 11:59:34 -0500
Subject: Islets of Langerhans now available on SpringerLink
See
http://sci.scientific-direct.net/view_online.asp?1236472&c1f7d495cce677d7&18
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From: Springer <springer@alerts.springer.com>
Date: Mon, Dec 8, 2014 at 11:02 AM
Subject: ToC: Bulletin of Mathematical Biology, Vol. 76, Issue 12
Volume 76 Number 12 is now available on SpringerLink
http://alerts.springer.com/re?l=D0In5tpwoI6h54ld2I0
IN THIS ISSUE:
Piecewise Linear and Boolean Models of Chemical Reaction Networks
Alan Veliz-Cuba, Ajit Kumar & Kre?imir Josi?
On the Linear Stability of Blood Flow Through Model Capillary Networks
Jeffrey M. Davis
Theory of the Transmission of Infection in the Spread of Epidemics:
Interacting Random Walkers with and Without Confinement
V. M. Kenkre & S. Sugaya
Reaction-Diffusion Finite Element Model of Lateral Line Primordium Migration
to Explore Cell Leadership
R. Allena & P. K. Maini
Stochastic Turing Patterns: Analysis of Compartment-Based Approaches
Yang Cao & Radek Erban
Evolution of Density-Dependent Cooperation
Anne Seppänen & Kalle Parvinen
A Mathematical Model of the Growth of Uterine Myomas
C. Y. Chen & J. P. Ward
Analysis and Control of Pre-extinction Dynamics in Stochastic Populations
Garrett Nieddu, Lora Billings & Eric Forgoston
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From: American Institute of Biological Sciences <dbosnjak@aibs.org>
Date: Fri, Dec 5, 2014 at 11:24 AM
Resent-from: Raymond Mejía <mejiar@helix.nih.gov>
Subject: $1M Available for Digital Innovation that Moves Us Beyond the Bug Box
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From: Doe, Aimee <Aimee_Doe@hms.harvard.edu>
Date: Mon, Dec 1, 2014 at 3:05 PM
Subject: Harvard Medical School, Bioinformatics/Genomics Signal Processing Intern
Title of Internship
Harvard Medical School- Bioinformatics/Genomics signal processing Intern
Location
Center for Biomedical Informatics, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
Description
We are looking for a graduate student, with experience in machine learning
and/or signal processing, as an intern to contribute to developing
computational algorithms and methods for detecting copy number variation
(CNV) in cancer, using next generation sequencing data. This is a part time
paid internship for 15-20 hour per week. The position begins January 15th
2015 and ends July 15th 2015.
Responsibilities
§ Identify characteristics and limitations of current CNV detection methods
§ Assess features of an effective CNV detection method
§ Develop detection and noise cancellation algorithms
§ Develop code (programming)
§ Prepare reports
Requirements
§ Background in computer science, Electrical and Computer Engineering or
Bioinformatics
§ Able to work in Linux environment
§ Working knowledge of programming languages such as R, MATLAB and/or Python
§ Experience in machine learning and/or signal/image processing
§ Basic knowledge of genomics
§ Experience in wavelet transforms and/or sparse signal processing is a plus
§ Familiar with raw NGS data (fastq and BAM files) is a plus
§ Strong communication and interpersonal skills
§ Motivated and self-driven
How To Apply
To apply please submit your resume and the names and email addresses of two
references to Sheida_nabavi@hms.harvard.edu
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From: LR Johnson <lrjohnson@usf.edu>
Date: Wed, Dec 3, 2014 at 12:30 PM
Subject: Graduate Positions: Mathematical Biology & Quantitative Ecology, USF
Graduate opportunities in Mathematical Biology and Quantitative Ecology
with Leah Johnson, in the Department of Integrative Biology at USF.
I am looking for one or more students (MS or PhD) interested in mathematical
biology and quantitative ecology to join my lab beginning Fall 2015. Potential
research areas include 1) the ecology of infectious diseases in humans,
plants or animals, such as malaria or chytridiomycosis 2) modeling individual
behavior and life history strategies and the implication of individual traits
on population dynamics and persistence, including projects in dynamic energy
budget theory and foraging theory as applied to Antarctic albatrosses.
For more information on what I am looking for, and my research interests,
see my website: http://leah.johnson-gramacy.com/prosp.html. To assess
the overlap in our interests, and your competitiveness for admission to
our program, please send a single document to lrjohnson(at)usf(dot)edu,
containing: 1) A letter describing your background and research interests,
particularly related to mathematical biology and quantitative ecology;
why you are interested in working with me and in coming to the University
of South Florida. 2) A CV, including: a list of relevant courses (math,
stats, computing, and biology); GPA; GRE scores 3) Contact information
(name, email, phone number) for three references. Full applications must be
submitted through the university website by February 15, 2015, although only
applications submitted by January 1, 2015 can be considered for teaching
assistant positions.
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From: Patricia Benito <patricia.benito@cs.ox.ac.uk>
Date: Mon, Dec 8, 2014 at 9:20 AM
Subject: PhD Positions: Computational Cardiovascular Science, Oxford University
The Computational Cardiovascular Science group within the Department of
Computer Science and the Institute of Biomedical Engineering at the University
of Oxford does cutting edge research in Computational Medicine. It combines
innovative and state of the art modelling, simulation, imaging and data
analysis techniques to integrate and translate information from a range of
experimental and clinical data in the context of Cardiovascular Medicine
and Physiology. Our group is part of the BHF Centre of Research Excellence
at Oxford and our research is funded by a number of funding agencies and
pharmaceutical companies with additional research collaborations with
regulatory agencies.
We have access to a variety of funding mechanisms for PhD scholarships and
we encourage those interested in doing a PhD with us to contact Patricia
Benito at patricia.benito@cs.ox.ac.uk .
See also http://www.cs.ox.ac.uk/ccs/home
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From: Nacho Molina <nacho.molina@ed.ac.uk>
Date: Mon, Dec 8, 2014 at 10:29 AM
Subject: Two PhD Positions: Computational & Systems Biology, U Edinburgh
Two PhD projects in Computational and Systems Biology are offered in
Molina's lab (http://molinalab.bio.ed.ac.uk/):
1) Towards a comprehensive biophysical model of gene regulation in dendritic
cells:
http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/biology/postgraduate/pgr/phdproj?tags=6&cw_xml=projects_institute.php#NMolina_226
2)A model-based Bayesian tool to analyse stochastic time series: NF-kB
transcriptional regulation in single mammalian cells as a case study:
http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/biology/postgraduate/pgr/phdproj?tags=6&cw_xml=projects_institute.php#NMolina_324
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From: Rochelle Ramilo <r.ramilo@jobtarget.com>
Date: Mon, Dec 8, 2014 at 9:22 AM
Subject: Postdoc Positions: Math Modeling & Comp Systems Biology, UCONN
POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS
IN MATHEMATICAL MODELING AND COMPUTATIONAL SYSTEMS BIOLOGY
UConn Health is engaged in a major expansion of its research programs
in computational biology, bioinformatics, and systems biology, as part
of several transformative state initiatives. The Bioscience Connecticut
initiative, totaling approximately $1 billion, includes the establishment
of the new Center for Quantitative Medicine in 2013.
The Center for Quantitative Medicine is recruiting several postdoctoral
fellows to pursue research in bioinformatics and computational systems
biology with a particular focus on algorithm development and computational
modeling of cellular processes, as well as applications of quantitative
methods to biomedicine.
Positions are available in the Laubenbacher and Vera-Licona research
groups. The Laubenbacher group has ongoing projects in the development
and implementation of algorithms related to modeling and simulation,
with applications to cancer and infectious diseases related to iron
metabolism. A particular focus is on immunological aspects of these and
other diseases. Vera-Licona works on algorithm and software development
for the modeling and simulation of biological systems. She is looking for a
postdoc to work on the development of computational tools in Cytoscape for
the identification of cascading failures and in silico combination therapies
in complex biological networks. There are collaborative activities between
the three research groups.
The successful candidates will be expected to pursue research in the areas
described above, with activities including interacting with experimental
collaborators, setting up models, data analysis workflows, and other
computational procedures, writing up and publishing results in peer-reviewed
journals, presenting results at conferences and helping with developing new
projects. The successful candidates will be individuals with background in
mathematics, computer science, or physics with some knowledge of biology,
or biologists with experience in developing computational/mathematical
models. All of these positions will be pursuing interdisciplinary work at
the boundaries of these disciplines.
To apply, please send your CV, a brief statement of research interests, and
contact information for three references to Kathy Black at kblack@uchc.edu.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/M/PwD/PV)
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From: Xueying Wang <xueying.wsu@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Dec 1, 2014 at 3:03 PM
Subject: Assistant Professor, Statistics, WSU
Washington State University in Pullman
Assistant Professor in Statistics
The Department of Mathematics at Washington State University anticipates
a tenure-track opening in Statistics with a start date of August 16,
2015. The successful candidate will have a strong background in large data
analysis. Job responsibilities include teaching, research and service.
Applicants must have obtained a Ph.D. degree in Statistics, or Statistical
Sciences, or in Mathematics with Statistics emphasis, no later than
August 16, 2015. The candidate must have strong research record in
modeling high dimensional big data sets arising from diverse areas of
science or engineering and must show evidence of the ability to maintain
a robust and well funded grant supported research program in Statistics
or Statistical Sciences. Postdoctoral experience of one or more years in
developing methods for modeling and analyzing big data problems is highly
recommended. Evidence of effectiveness in teaching Statistics courses at the
undergraduate level is required. It is highly desirable to quickly develop
interdisciplinary research collaborations with allied research groups in
science and engineering. The successful candidate must strengthen the ongoing
graduate program in Statistics by teaching graduate level Statistics courses,
and by mentoring Ph.D. as well as Masters level graduate students. Ability
and due diligence in rendering service to the department, college and the
university is essential. Unofficial graduate transcripts are also required.
To apply, see https://www.wsujobs.com/postings/15374. The online
application will require: Cover Letter addressing each of the required and
recommended qualifications as well as fulfilling the stated responsibilities;
Curriculum Vitae; Unofficial Graduate Transcripts; and Three (3) letters of
recommendation. The three (3) letters of recommendation are required and will
be requested and obtained from the reference provider automatically through
our online applications system. Screening of applications will begin January
5, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled. Washington State
University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action educator and employer.
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From: Production - HR Adworks LTD. <production@hradworks.ca>
Date: Thu, Dec 4, 2014 at 11:28 AM
Subject: Tenure-track Position: Mathematical Biology, University of Manitoba
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Faculty of Science, Department of Mathematics
University of Manitoba
Position Number: 19539 (Mathematical Biology)
The Department of Mathematics at the University of Manitoba invites
applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor
level, commencing July 1, 2015 or as soon as possible thereafter. Minimum
qualifications are a Ph.D. in Mathematics. The successful candidate will have:
a record of excellence in research and successful undergraduate teaching,
or the clear potential to develop a strong independent program of research,
and a commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence; a firm commitment to
graduate student instruction and supervision; and a commitment to service. The
appointment is expected to be in Mathematical Biology. The Department is
especially interested in candidates whose research complements or overlaps
with the Department's existing areas of research strength. For more
information about the Department, please visit: http://www.math.umanitoba.ca
Review of applications will begin January 15, 2015 and will continue until the
position is filled. In all correspondence, applicants must refer to Position
Number: 19539. Applications should be submitted by email to the address given
below; PDF files are preferred. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae
together with statements concerning research plans and teaching philosophy,
as well as evidence of teaching quality, if available. Applicants should
arrange for at least three letters of reference (one of which should address
teaching) to be sent via email to math_search@umanitoba.ca and should be
addressed as follows:
Steve Kirkland
Chair of the Search Committee
Department of Mathematics
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB, Canada R3T 2N2
Letters of reference should arrive by January 15, 2015 or as soon as
possible thereafter.
The University of Manitoba is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive
workplace. Applications are encouraged from qualified applicants including
members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, people with disabilities,
and people of all sexual orientations and genders. All qualified candidates
are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents
will be given priority.
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in
accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of
Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba). Please note that
application materials may be provided to participating members of the
search process.
For more information on this and other opportunities, please visit:
umanitoba.ca/employment
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From: Rebecca Tyson <rebecca.tyson@ubc.ca>
Date: Sun, Dec 7, 2014 at 12:02 AM
Subject: Two Tenure-track Positions: Barber School, UBC Okanagan Campus
University of British Columbia - Okanagan Campus Irving K. Barber School of
Arts and Sciences
PHYSICS - TWO Assistant Professors
The Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences at the University of
British Columbia, Okanagan Campus, invites applications for two tenure-track
appointments at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin as early as
July 1, 2015. The positions will be held in Unit 5 in the Barber School
(http://web.ubc.ca/okanagan/ikbarberschool/welcome.html).
UBC is consistently ranked among the world's top 40 universities, and the
UBC system comprises two distinct and autonomous campuses in the province
of British Columbia - one in Vancouver and the other in Kelowna. Situated
in the Okanagan Valley in the southern interior of the province, Kelowna
is experiencing rapid growth and is considered one of the most desirable
regions to live in Canada.
The Physics Department at UBC Okanagan is part of a dynamic and highly
interdisciplinary unit of more than 20 faculty members in the areas of
Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science and Statistics. The successful
candidates will each have a PhD in Physics, a strong research record, and
demonstrated excellence in and commitment to undergraduate and graduate
teaching. Preference will be given to candidates specializing in any
areas relating to (i) radiation oncology or imaging medical physics, (ii)
molecular imaging as relating to radiation oncology or (iii) computational
biophysics or medical physics. The Unit is developing a medical physics
graduate program under a joint collaboration with the BC Cancer Agency -
Centre for the Southern Interior (BCCA-CSI). The program has active research
in radiation oncology physics, medical imaging, biological applications,
and data science, and offers a suite of graduate courses. Contribution
to the research mandate of the department, including the continued
development of the medical physics graduate program and the ability to
integrate with the BCCA-CSI and related UBCO faculties, is expected. Further
information can be found at http://medicalphysics.ok.ubc.ca/welcome.html and
http://physics.ok.ubc.ca/welcome.html. Teaching is expected in all areas of
physics at the undergraduate level and within medical or biological physics
at the graduate level.
How to Apply:
Applicants should provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, evidence of
teaching ability (e.g. course evaluations), research statement, and the
names and contact information of three referees. Please direct any questions
regarding the posting to recruitment.bsas@ubc.ca, and put the competition
title in the subject line of the e-mail.
Applications will be reviewed beginning January 12, 2015. The process will
continue until the position is filled.
All appointments are subject to budgetary approval.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All
qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome
applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal
persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations
or gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage
productively with diverse communities. Government regulations require that
Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
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