---------------------------------------------------- Subject: SMB Digest v09i43 SMB Digest November 2, 2009 Volume 09 Issue 43 ISSN 1086-6566 Editor: Ray Mejía ray(at)smb(dot)org Note: Information about the Society for Mathematical Biology, including an application for membership, may be found in the SMB Home Page, http://www.smb.org/ . Access the Bulletin of Mathematical Biology, the official journal of SMB, at http://www.springer.com/11538 . Inquiries about membership or BMB fulfillment should be sent to membership(at)smb(dot)org . Issue's Topics: Conference: Dynamics Of Layering In Biological Systems, Jan 15-16 EMBO Conference: Molecular and Developmental Biology of Drosophila Call for Participation: SWAT4LS, 20 November, Amsterdam Workshop: Morphogenetic Engineering, ANTS 2010 Deadline Extension: ICAISC 2010, Zakopane, Poland Call for Papers for Special Math-Bio Issue Fellowships in Mathematical Biology PhD Positions: Research Center Juelich, Germany Postdoc Position: Modeling Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Rutgers NIMBioS Faculty Positions: Interface of Mathematics and Biology Research Scientist: Remote Sensing and Public Health Revised Assistant Professor Position: Mathematics, University of Miami SMBnet Reminders ---------------------------------------------------- From: Desharnais, Robert Date: Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 7:27 PM Subject: Conference: Dynamics Of Layering In Biological Systems, Jan 15-16 CONFERENCE ON DYNAMICS OF LAYERING IN BIOLOGICAL SYSTEMS January 15-16, 2010, Pasadena, California Dynamic self-organization is a phenomenon that occurs at all levels of biological organization from cells and molecules to populations and ecosystems. Often these systems are layered, exhibiting sharp transitions in structure across a third spatial dimension. The goal of this conference is to bring together experts on a wide variety of biological systems and mathematical sciences to educate one-another on their particular research areas, to discuss similarities and differences in their systems and approaches to modeling, and to share ideas on how they could collaborate from this cross-fertilization. Abstract deadline: December 4, 2009 A limited number of travel grants are available. Travel grant application deadline: November 30, 2009 For more information see http://caldera.calstatela.edu/conference2010/ or contact: Robert Desharnais (rdeshar@calstatela.edu). This conference is sponsored by the California State University, Los Angeles, and the California Institute of Technology with funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF-EF 0827595). ---------------------------------------------------- From: EMBL Courses & Conferences Date: Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 9:21 AM Subject: EMBO Conference: Molecular and Developmental Biology of Drosophila Dear Colleagues, We would like to announce the EMBO Conference Series: The Molecular and Developmental Biology of Drosophila 20- 26 June 2010, Crete, Greece The principal theme of the workshop is the Molecular and developmental biology of Drosophila. The workshop has been supported by EMBO for thirty years and awarded the status of EMBO CONFERENCE in 2000. This will be the 17th biennial Crete meeting. Its objective is to bring together an international group of scientists to present their findings on gene organisation and expression, development, pattern formation, neurobiology and the evolution of Drosophila. The workshop is a highly anticipated forum for researchers involved in the field of Drosophila molecular and developmental biology. The workshop is one of a small number of international workshops that cover a broad topic while maintaining its size in order to foster close interactions between the participants. It is a highly anticipated forum for researchers involved in the field of Drosophila molecular and developmental biology. Deadline for the registration and abstract submission is on 30 November 2009 Please check the conference website for more information: http://cwp.embo.org/cfs3-10-03/index.html ---------------------------------------------------- From: Andrea Splendiani Date: Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 1:55 AM Subject: Call for Participation: SWAT4LS, 20 November, Amsterdam Registration is now open for SWAT4LS Semantic Web Applications and Tools for Life Sciences to be held in Amsterdam, Science Park, 20th November 2009 Registration: http://www.swat4ls.org/2009/rform.php#rform ---------------------------------------------------- From: Hiroki Sayama Date: Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 11:08 AM Subject: Workshop: Morphogenetic Engineering, ANTS 2010 MEW 2010: Second International Morphogenetic Engineering Workshop A Special Session of ANTS 2010: Seventh International Conference on Swarm Intelligence September 8-10, 2010 Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium http://iridia.ulb.ac.be/ants2010 This workshop aims to establish a new field of research called "Morphogenetic Engineering", which explores the artificial design and implementation of autonomous systems capable of developing complex, heterogeneous morphologies without central planning or external drive. Particular emphasis is set on the mutual relationship between programmability/controllability and self-organization, an issue that is often underappreciated in many disciplines. Paper Submission This workshop will be held as a special session of ANTS 2010: Seventh International Conference on Swarm Intelligence. Papers should be submitted through the conference's online submission system. For more information, see its website http://iridia.ulb.ac.be/ants2010 Accepted papers will be included in Conference Proceedings (very likely published by Springer in the LNCS series) and distributed to the participants at the conference site. The journal Swarm Intelligence will publish a special issue with extended versions of the best research works. Important Dates Submission deadline: February 28, 2010 Notification of acceptance: April 30, 2010 Camera ready copy: May 14, 2010 Conference: September 8-10, 2010 Session Chairs René Doursat, Complex Systems Institute, Paris, France http://iscpif.fr/~doursat Hiroki Sayama, Binghamton University SUNY, New York http://bingweb.binghamton.edu/~sayama ---------------------------------------------------- From: ICAISC 2010 Date: 2009/10/31 Subject: Deadline Extension: ICAISC 2010, Zakopane, Poland Dear Colleague, Let me kindly inform you that the paper submission deadline for ICAISC 2010 (International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing http://icaisc.org/) has been extended to November 20, which is rapidly approaching in case you are interested in submitting a paper. For detailed information, please see http://icaisc.org/ ---------------------------------------------------- From: jrjungck@gmail.com Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:00 PM Subject: Call for Papers for Special Math-Bio Issue Call for Papers for Special Math-Bio Issue To celebrate progress made toward achieving some of the aspirations announced in the National Research Council's publication, Bio2010, for a more quantitatively rigorous undergraduate curriculum in biology and to lay a stronger foundation for future reform of biology education, CBE-Life Sciences Education (http://www.lifescied.org/) will publish a special issue on mathematics in biology education in 2010. Especially welcome are manuscripts describing the impact of innovations such as NSF-supported undergraduate research programs in mathematical biology with mentors in both biology and mathematics; HHMI-sponsored initiatives in developing quantitative curricular materials for classroom usage; NIH-supported programs at traditional minority-serving institutions; AAAS HBCU-UP programs; new majors in mathematical biology, computational biology, or bioinformatics; and faculty development efforts to promote the use of more mathematics in biology. Manuscripts submitted in response to this call by Monday March 15th, 2010, will be guaranteed consideration for the special issue. Please contact one of the guest editors for this volume (John R. Jungck, jungck@beloit.edu, and Pat Marsteller, PMARS@learnlink.emory.edu) if you have questions. ---------------------------------------------------- From: IGTC Coordinator Date: Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 5:16 PM Subject: Fellowships in Mathematical Biology The PIMS International Graduate Training Centre in Mathematical Biology invites applicants for the IGTC fellowship for 2010-2011 academic year. Fellowships are worth up at $20K a year and are for students working in mathematical biology at Pacific Institute for Mathematical Sciences (PIMS) universities (Alberta, British Columbia, Calgary, Regina, Saskatchewan, Simon Fraser and Victoria) If you have excellent students, either potential students applying now or current students please encourage them to apply. There are also opportunities for students to enroll in the programme. All students can benefit from IGTC graduate training elements including annual research summits, summer courses, new term-time courses, seminars, graduate student exchanges, and international visitors. Full details of the IGTC Programme and application process can be found here: ttp://www.pims.math.ca/scientific/igtc/mathematical-biology . If you have further questions, please contact the IGTC coordinator, Maryna Yaskina at igtcmathbio@math.ualberta.ca or Programme Director Mark Lewis at mlewis@math.ualberta.ca. Application deadline is February 5, 2010. ---------------------------------------------------- From: Eric von Lieres Date: Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 9:29 AM Subject: PhD Positions: Research Center Juelich, Germany The Modeling and Simulation Group at the Institute of Biotechnology currently offers four PhD positions in the field of mathematical modeling and scientific computing. The subjects range from algorithm design and code development for our world class high performance computers to model based data analysis and process design for our state of the art biotechnological experiments. For detailed job descriptions see http://www.fz-juelich.de/ibt/jobs. Successful candidates should have a sound background in (numerical) mathematics, (scientific) computing, (biochemical) engineering or related areas of science. Knowledge of biotechnological systems would be beneficial, but can also be developed on the job. Motivation and ability to work in interdisciplinary teams and to contribute to application oriented projects are essential. ---------------------------------------------------- From: Nina H. Fefferman Date: Mon, Nov 2, 2009 at 1:42 AM Subject: Postdoc Position: Modeling Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Rutgers Applications are currently being solicited for a post-doctoral research associate in the area of mathematical modeling of infectious disease epidemiology at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ. The lab's epidemiological research focuses on the modeling of population robustness to disease threats, biosecurity and biosurveillance, economic epidemiology, and the impact of individual behavior and decision making on population-level disease outcomes. Additional related research interests in the lab include the evolution of sociality and social complexity, self-organizational strategies, efficiency of bio-inspired distributed decision making, and population persistence. Questions explored are both theoretical and applied, and an ideal candidate would be interested in both. Requirements: - A Ph.D. in a pertinent field. Such fields could include, but are not limited to applied math, computer science, epidemiology, ecology, or evolutionary biology - Research experience in applied mathematical modeling and infectious diseases - An interest in disease and epidemics - The ability to write clearly and scientifically (e.g. to produce drafts of papers for publication in scientific journals without too much oversight) - Ability to work/communicate with a multidisciplinary team - Ideally, a candidate would have some mathematical programming abilities (Maple or Matlab are preferred, though any similar programming environment would be fine), but this is not necessary - Willingness to help with the preparation of grant proposals would be a plus An ideal candidate could come from theoretical biology, epidemiology, or public health, but could also come from a program in applied mathematics, computer science, operations research, bio-engineering, or nearly any other technical field. The lab runs jointly between The Center for Discrete Mathematics and Theoretical Computer Science and the department for Ecology, Evolution and Natural Resources, so there exists the possibility to play with the job title for those wishing to work in biology for a while, but then possibly return to math or computer science. This position could be appropriate not only to new Ph.Ds, but also to more advanced researchers looking to switch fields, or re-enter academia from government or industry. This is a full-time, one year position with benefits, renewable for an additional year if things work out well. (International applications are welcome, but please be advised that the position is unable to offer H1b visas and can only provide a J1.) Ideal start date: February 2010, however this is negotiable. For further questions, or to apply by sending CV and statement of interest, send email to Nina H. Fefferman at . Please ONLY apply for this position if you have had some experience in the mathematical modeling of infectious diseases. Applications will be reviewed as they arrive. Please understand if it takes a long while to hear back - previous job postings from this lab have resulted in hundreds of applications and it just takes a long time to sort through all of them, especially after the position has been filled. ---------------------------------------------------- From: Catherine Crawley Date: Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 10:06 AM Subject: NIMBioS Faculty Positions: Interface of Mathematics and Biology Faculty Positions: National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville As part of a major initiative associated with the National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS), the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, seeks two outstanding researchers to expand our highly active research groups at the interface of mathematics and biology. We seek individuals who will reach across traditional boundaries to develop transformative science, making use of exciting new developments in the life sciences, mathematics and computational science. These are tenure-track positions at levels appropriate to experience. Animal Infectious Disease Modeling: We seek an outstanding scientist with a strong record of research in the mathematics and modeling of animal infectious diseases, to start August 1, 2010. A Ph.D. is required and a DVM/VMD or equivalent degree would be beneficial. Postdoctoral experience is preferred. A commitment to excellence in teaching is expected. Teaching responsibilities will include graduate-level courses appropriate for a diverse group of biology, mathematics, wildlife and veterinary students. We seek a creative colleague who will develop an innovative research program using mathematical approaches to address fundamental and applied questions in animal infectious disease. This position may be based in the College of Veterinary Medicine (Department of Comparative Medicine or Pathobiology) or the Department of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries, or the Department of Mathematics, with possible joint appointments between these or other units. Mathematics for Biology at Below-Organism Level: We seek an outstanding researcher with a strong record in the mathematics and modeling of biological systems below-organism level. A Ph.D. is required and post-doctoral experience is preferred. A commitment to excellence in teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels is expected. Teaching responsibilities will include graduate-level courses in the area of the applicant that would be appropriate for a diverse group of biology and mathematics students. Candidates are expected to have sufficiently strong mathematics experience appropriate for appointment to the faculty of Mathematics or the faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, although base and joint appointments are also possible in other units including the Department of Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology and the Department of Microbiology. UT has active interdisciplinary research groups across many areas of biology and mathematics including epidemiology and offers an exciting environment for collaborative research with colleagues from many units at UT and from Oak Ridge National Laboratory. For information about NIMBioS, visit http://nimbios.org. Candidates for positions should apply to: Dr. Louis J. Gross National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996-1527 faculty-searches@nimbios.org Applicants should send electronic copies of their CV, statements of research and teaching goals, and up to 5 reprints, and should arrange for three reference letters to be submitted. Applications will be reviewed beginning November 13, 2009. The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status. ---------------------------------------------------- From: Date: Tue, Oct 27, 2009 at 5:38 PM Subject: Research Scientist: Remote Sensing and Public Health UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, BALTIMORE COUNTY GODDARD EARTH SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY (GEST) CENTER RESEARCH SCIENTIST POSITION Subject to funding approval, the Goddard Earth Sciences and Technology Center (GEST) will make Research Faculty appointments at the Research Associate, Assistant Research Scientist, Associate Research Scientist, and Senior Research Scientist levels as commensurate with experience. GEST is a Cooperative Agreement between the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) and the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) to collaborate in research programs in the Earth, Information, and Instrumentation sciences. GEST is a Consortium whose members include UMBC, Hampton University, Howard University, and Caelum Research Corporation. Positions will generally be located either at GSFC or at the offices of one of the consortium members. More than one candidate may be chosen for some positions. All candidates must have degrees in an appropriate physical discipline and a demonstrated research record in accordance with the specific qualifications listed for each of the following positions: GEST 610-110-387 Research Activity - Remote Sensing and Public Health Research scientist required to utilize remote sensing technology to monitor, predict, and facilitate the control of infectious disease transmission. As environmental and climatic factors have a profound role in initiating, promoting and sustaining the transmission of infectious diseases globally, the objective of the research is to develop empirical and theoretical models and techniques that can be used by public health organizations for disease surveillance and control. Applicants must be interested in understanding the details of infectious diseases transmission, and willing to interact with epidemiologists and experts in related disciplines. This research may include aspects of ecological modeling and biodiversity. Requires - The position requires a Ph.D. in Earth sciences, physics, mathematics, computer sciences, theoretical ecology or engineering with similar emphases. Past experience with methods for extracting or deriving geophysical parameters from satellite measurement would be helpful. Familiarity with common geospatial and GIS techniques; statistical methods (biostatistics desirable); numerical methods; and dynamic system modeling techniques and in particular, with C, IDL, R, SAS, ArcGIS and Matlab are definite assets. Selection is contingent upon obtaining Goddard security clearance and possessing appropriate visa status to meet requirements for employment. For full position description, visit our website at: www.umbc.edu/GEST. Applications are requested prior to November 15, 2009, although positions remain open until filled. Submit a complete curriculum vitae, including the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references, to Ms. Danita Eichenlaub, Acting Director, GEST, University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Suite 320 5523 Research Park Drive, Baltimore, MD 21228. GEST partners are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers. ---------------------------------------------------- From: Dania Puerto Date: Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 12:17 PM Subject: Revised Assistant Professor Position: Mathematics, University of Miami University of Miami Department of Mathematics Assistant Professor The Department of Mathematics at the University of Miami is seeking outstanding candidates to fill a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in the Fall 2010. While we invite applications from all areas of mathematics, special consideration will be given to candidates in the areas of geometric analysis and mathematical biology. Candidates should demonstrate outstanding research potential and have a strong commitment to teaching excellence. Candidates with postdoctoral experience are especially encouraged to apply, although applications from new Ph.D.'s are also welcome. A Ph.D. is required by the time the appointment begins. Formal review of applications will begin December 1, 2009 and will continue until the positions are filled. Applications should be submitted electronically through the AMS website www.mathjobs.org. Letters of recommendation, three of which should address research and one of which should address teaching, may be submitted online at www.mathjobs.org or mailed to: Search Committee, Department of Mathematics, University of Miami, P.O. Box 249085, Coral Gables, FL 33124-4250. The University of Miami is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. We especially encourage applications from women, minorities and other underrepresented groups. ---------------------------------------------------- Subject: SMBnet Reminders To subscribe to the SMB Digest please point your browser at http://list.auckland.ac.nz/mailman/listinfo/math-smbnet and complete the subscription information. 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