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Subject: Society for Mathematical Biology Digest
SMB Digest April 27, 2016 Volume 16 Issue 17
ISSN 1086-6566
Editor: Alex Fletcher digest.alex(at)gmail(dot)com
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Issue's Topics:
Conf: Frontiers in Applied and Computational Mathematics, June 3-4, USA
Conf: Neuroinformatics 2016, Sept. 3-4, UK
Summer School: Quantitative biology, July 18-29, Italy
Postdoc: Computational Biology, Ryerson University, Canada
Postdoc: Mathematical Immunology, Imperial College London, UK
Postdocs: Epigenomics & Multi-scale Modelling, U. North Dakota, USA
NSF Dear Colleague Letter: Innovative Computational Infrastructure...
NSF Supplemental Funding Opportunity
News from NIGMS
International Society of Pharmacometrics QSP SIG Student Award
SMBnet Reminders
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Date: Wed, Apr 27, 2016 at 3:14 AM
Subject: Conf: Frontiers in Applied and Computational Math, June 3-4, USA
The 13th Annual Conference on Frontiers in Applied and Computational
Mathematics (FACM '16) will be held at the New Jersey Institute of
Technology (NJIT) in Newark, New Jersey on June 3-4, 2016.
The conference focuses on mathematical and computational aspects of
materials science, mathematical neuroscience, computational wave
propagation, biological and microscale fluid dynamics, statistics, and
biostatistics. Researchers in these areas are invited to address the
development of mathematical techniques for application to challenging
problems.
Plenary speakers: Robert Kass (Carnegie Mellon University), Mitchell Luskin
(University of Minnesota), Laura Miller (UNC Chapel Hill), André Nachbin
(IMPA, Brazil)
Travel funding for contributed poster presentations is available. Abstract
submission and registration deadline is April 29, 2016.
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Date: Tue, Apr 26, 2016 at 12:51 PM
Subject: Conf: Neuroinformatics 2016, Sept. 3-4, UK
Welcome to Neuroinformatics 2016 in Reading, UK, September 3-4!
Join us for keynotes from top neuroscientists and community and poster/demo
sessions. We welcome researchers in all fields related to neuroinformatics,
including data- and knowledge-bases of the nervous system from molecular to
behavioral levels; tools for the acquisition, analysis, and visualization of
nervous system data; and theoretical, computational, and simulation
environments for modeling the brain.
This meeting is especially useful for anyone who is developing neuroscience
tools and methods, working on better ways to handle neuroscience data, or
looking for cross-disciplinary collaborations.
This year you can apply for a 20-minute investigator presentation in one of
our 8 meeting tracks:
A - Informatics I: Data systems
B - Informatics II: Computing systems
C - Neuroimaging
D - Computation and cognition
E - Informatics III: Visualization
F - Informatics IV: From single neurons to large-scale networks: Connecting
micro macro scales
G - Brain disorders
H - Normal development / cognition
Abstract submission closes on April 30:
Early bird registration ends on June 30th (midnight, CET), register at
We're looking forward to seeing you in September!
INCF and the UK Node
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Date: Thu, Apr 21, 2016 at 1:46 PM
subject: Summer School: Quantitative biology, July 18-29, Italy
We organize a Summer School primarily intended for students in the last year
of their undergraduate studies to familiarize with some of the concepts of
quantitative sciences widely used in biological research. We especially
encourage students from a quantitative, non-biological background to attend.
The school follows an hands-on approach, with an initial, short theoretical
description followed by extensive experiments. It will take place in IFOM,
a renowned center for cancer research located in Milan, Italy, between July
18 and 29.
We will have 4 different modules, and will last 2 weeks. Twenty students
will be selected, and their attendance, lodging, and travel will be fully
covered. Each module will comprise one full week, so that every student will
be able to choose 2 of the 4 modules.
- Andrea Ciliberto (organizer), Diego di Bernardo and Kristof Ivan will
prepare a module on single cell dynamics.
- Paolo Maiuri (organizer) and Timo Betz will propose a course on cell
architecture and the power to control cell shape.
- Francesco Ferrari (organizer) and Angelo Rosa will guide students through
a project on functional genomics.
- Giorgio Scita (organizer), Roberto Cerbino and Fabio Giavazzi will
organize a module on multicellular dynamics.
The deadline for the application is the 31st of May. You can find additional
details on the web page of the School:
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Date: Fri, Apr 22, 2016 at 5:58 PM
subject: Postdoc: Computational Biology, Ryerson University, Canada
A postdoctoral position is available in Computational Biology in the
The research will be led jointly by Dr. Silvana Ilie and Dr. Katrin Rohlf.
This position provides an opportunity to engage in research in Applied
Mathematics, with a limited amount of teaching. The salary is competitive,
with funding provided for one year.
We are seeking qualified and motivated applicants in Applied Mathematics,
to work on interdisciplinary projects aimed at developing stochastic
modelling and simulation tools for studying biological systems. The ideal
candidate would have a strong background in Applied Mathematics (Numerical
Analysis and Probability) and/or Computer Science. Strong programming skills
in Matlab are mandatory. In addition, experience with dynamical systems
(ODEs and PDEs) is expected. Knowledge of biological/chemical reaction
modeling and stochastic simulation (temporal and spatio-temporal) is
considered an asset.
The fellowship is open to candidates of any nationality and selection will
be based upon the candidate's research potential and teaching ability.
Ideally the job will begin on September 1, 2016, however there is some
flexibility in the starting date.
The screening process will start on May 19, 2016, and continue until the
position is filled. Please note the position is advertised pending budgetary
approval. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and three letters of
recommendation. At least one of these letters should report on the
candidate's teaching abilities. Application material and reference letters
We appreciate all replies to this advertisement, but only applicants under
consideration will be contacted. Ryerson University has an Employment Equity
Program and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including
aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible
minorities, and women.
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Date: Wed, Apr 27, 2016 at 10:19 AM
Subject: Postdoc: Mathematical Immunology, Imperial College London, UK
I am looking for a postdoc with an interest in Mathematical Immunology to
join my team. The attached job ad, job description and application form can
reference: HM2016080. The closing date for applications is 8th May, the
start date for the post is flexible.
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Date: Wed, Apr 20, 2016 at 8:45 PM
Subject: Postdocs: Epigenomics & Multi-scale Modelling, U. North Dakota, USA
The Rhen Lab seeks two highly motivated postdocs. Our overarching goal is to
understand mechanisms underlying organism-environment interactions and
genotype-environment interactions, which are ubiquitous in nature. Such
interactions have implications for problems as diverse as predicting the
impact of climate change on individual species and understanding individual
differences in susceptibility to environmental causes of disease.
Postdoctoral Fellow in Epigenomics ? This position focuses on epigenetic
regulation of genes required for testis and ovary development in a species
with temperature-dependent sex determination. The successful candidate will
conduct and analyze ChIP-qPCR and ChIP-Seq studies. Proficiency with
standard bioinformatics methods is required. Prior experience with genome
assembly, annotation, or genome-wide ChIP analysis is preferred. Excellent
opportunity for individuals with bioinformatics training to expand their
understanding of biology and develop practical expertise with wet lab
techniques.
Postdoctoral Fellow in Multi-scale Modeling ? This position focuses on
development of multi-scale models to link "inside-the-skin" biological
systems with "outside-the-skin" environmental factors. The successful
candidate will develop multi-scale models that integrate genetic,
epigenetic, and gene expression data for temperature-dependent sex
determination with data on the spatial and temporal pattern of variation in
temperature across North America. Expertise in computational and/or
mathematical modeling is required. Familiarity with multi-scale modeling is
preferred. Excellent chance for individuals with quantitative background to
enter the life sciences.
Interested candidates should send their CV, a letter that describes their
scientific interests and research experience, and the names of three
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Date: Tue, Apr 26, 2016 at 3:15 PM
Subject: NSF Dear Colleague Letter: Innovative Computational Infrastructure...
Colleagues,
Please see below a new opportunity for EAGERs and Conferences related to
Computational Infrastructure for Understanding the Brain
Interested Principal Investigators (PIs) must email a 2-page (maximum)
summary of their research ideas and planned activities to
2016.
Best regards
Aude Oliva, PhD
Expert Computational Neuroscience
National Science Foundation
Computer & Information Science & Engineering/IIS
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Date: Thu, Apr 21, 2016 at 12:22 AM
Subject: NSF Supplemental Funding Opportunity
Dear Colleague:
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has identified improvement in graduate
student preparedness for entering the workforce as one of its Agency
Priority Goals. As part of this goal, supplemental funding is available in
FY 2016 and FY 2017 to support science and engineering doctoral students so
that they can acquire the knowledge, experience, and skills needed for
highly productive careers, inside and outside of academe. NSF currently
invests in a number of graduate student preparedness activities, and has
historically encouraged investigators to include such activities in
proposals. This Dear Colleague Letter (DCL) describes a variety of
opportunities across the Foundation designed to explore approaches that will
position NSF-funded graduate students for success in the 21st century
science, technology, engineering, and mathematics workforce.
NSF will consider support for supplements to existing research awards to
enhance professional development opportunities for students in PhD programs
as described by each Directorate/Office. These descriptions can be found
below. Interested investigators should contact the cognizant program
officers.
* Enhanced Experience supplements will enable single/collaborative awardees
to request appropriate levels of additional support for existing graduate
students to acquire professional development experience that will broaden
avenues for entering the workforce. These supplements would provide graduate
students with the opportunity to augment their research assistantships, and
in some cases fellowships and traineeships, with additional "mentoring"
activities and short-term training opportunities.
* Enhanced Activities supplements will be available to existing, larger
institution-level, "center-like" activities to support cohorts of graduate
students with the goal of developing new "best practice activities" for
enhancing graduate student preparedness for entering the workforce.
The Division of Mathematical Sciences invites its grantees to apply for
Enhanced Experience supplemental requests to support student activities that
broaden awareness of potential non-academic career options. Funds may be
requested to support a student for an internship period in a business,
industry, or government organization.
Further details, including eligibility, preparation instructions and
allowable costs, can be found at:
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Date: Thu, Apr 21, 2016 at 2:00 PM
Subject: News from NIGMS
Contents
--Give Input on Research Resources for the Biomedical Community
--Give Input on Approaches for Supporting Team Science
--NIGMS Feedback Loop Blog News
--Funding Opportunities
See
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Date: Wed, Apr 20, 2016 at 10:13 PM
Subject: International Society of Pharmacometrics QSP SIG Student Award
ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS WORKING IN SYSTEMS PHARMACOLOGY!
The Quantitative Systems Pharmacology Special Interest Group (QSP SIG) of
the International Society of Pharmacometrics (ISoP) is pleased to announce
the first annual QSP SIG Student Award. All current students (must be
currently enrolled in an undergraduate program or a graduate program by the
time of abstract submission as verified by student's advisor) who submit an
abstract to ACoP7 qualify for the award. Applicants are required to submit
an extended, 1-2 page abstract in addition to their standard abstract for
the ACoP7 meeting.
The link for regular abstract submissions will be available on April 4th
along with details on application for QSP SIG award. Applications must be
submitted by June 15, 2016.
The winner will present a short podium presentation of their work during the
official QSP SIG gathering at the ACoP meeting. The award includes a plaque
and a cash prize of 1000 USD, provided through the generosity of Genentech,
Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer and Rosa & Co. The student will also be provided a
means of distinguishing their normal conference presentation as the QSP SIG
student award winner.
More details can be found on the official ACoP7 website after April 4th at:
student award tab that appears just below).
For further information, feel free to contact the QSP SIG at
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