ynic-users May 2012

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Projector maintenance - fMRI lamp changed

by Andre Gouws

The lamp in the projector in MRI failed yesterday and had to be replaced. Any users who have luminance sensitive paradigms (i.e. who have calibrated their stimuli for luminance in the past) should consider repeating these measures and making any necessary changes as the lamp brightness may now be different. Thanks, -- Andre' ************************************************************************ Andre Gouws York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park Heslington YO10 5DG Tel: +44 (0) 1904 435328 Fax: +44 (0) 1904 435356

12 years, 10 months

Fwd: 2-year postdoctoral position at Glasgow University -- fMRI/MEG

by Gary Green

> 2-year postdoctoral position in Glasgow. > > Job purpose: To contribute to a 2-years BBSRC-funded project entitled > "Cerebral processing of affective nonverbal vocalizations: a combined > fMRI and MEG study" with Profs Pascal Belin and Joachim Gross at the > Institute of Neuroscience and Psychology at Glasgow University. > > Specifically, the job requires a review of current literature in > relevant fields, development of stimuli and experimental procedures, > contributing to the design and programming of the behavioural, fMRI and > MEG experiments, recruiting and running the participants, assisting in > analysing the results, and participating in the writing up of the results. > > Salary Range £31,948 - £35,938. Vacancy Ref: 002068, closing date: 27 > June 2012. > > Apply at: > http://www22.igrasp.com/fe/tpl_glasgow01.asp?s=bkMjPUrEcTFkHhTcz&jobid=5337…

12 years, 11 months

Postdoc Position in Neuroanatomical MRI of Impulsivity

by Gary Green

FYI -------------------------------- *Postdoc Position in Neuroanatomical MRI of Impulsivity* Applications are invited for a 1-year postdoc position, funded by the Waterloo Foundation, in the lab of Andrew Lawrence, School of Psychology, Cardiff University, UK. The successful candidate will investigate neuroanatomical correlates of individual differences in impulsivity in young adults, using high-quality 3T MRI images from T1 and diffusion sequences that have already been collected as part of an imaging genetics project. The position is available from July 1st. Candidates should have a PhD in cognitive or social neuroscience, imaging neuroscience, or a closely related field. Experience with the analysis of neuroanatomical images using e.g. Voxel-based morphometry or cortical thickness analysis (Freesurfer) is essential. Salary will range from a minimum of £30, 122 to a maximum of £35, 938 and will depend on the experience of the candidate. The post-holder will be based in the School of Psychology at Cardiff University. Cardiff Psychology is one of the UK’s largest psychology departments, and was rated top in the UK at the last Research Assessment Exercise (based on research power). The School includes the Cardiff University Brain Research Imaging Centre (CUBRIC). Cardiff has significant capacity in imaging research, including in methods development, cognitive neuroscience and clinical applications, and there are outstanding training opportunities for staff to develop their research skills. For more information visit http://psych.cf.ac.uk. Application forms and further particulars about this position should be obtained by contacting HR Division, Cardiff University, McKenzie House, 30-36 Newport Road, Cardiff CF24 0DE, or emailing vacancies(a)cardiff.ac.uk <mailto:vacancies@cardiff.ac.uk> or by calling 029 2087 4017 citing post reference 128BR. Closing date for applications: *14th June 2012* Informal enquiries may be directed to Prof. Andrew Lawrence (LawrenceAD(a)Cardiff.ac.uk <mailto:LawrenceAD@Cardiff.ac.uk>). For recent work from the lab, see: Boy F et al. Dorsolateral prefrontal γ-aminobutyric acid in men predicts individual differences in rash impulsivity. Biol Psychiatry 2011; 70:866-72. -- Andrew Lawrence Professor School of Psychology Cardiff University Tower Building, Park Place Cardiff CF10 3AT

12 years, 11 months

JHU fMRI postdoctoral research fellow/research associate

by Gary Green

FYI -------------------------------- JOB DESCRIPTION FOR JOHNS HOPKINS fMRI RESEARCH ASSOCIATE/POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW The Russell H. Morgan Department of Radiology and Radiological Science at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is offering a fulltime position as Postdoctoral Research Fellow or Research Associate (commensurate with training and research background) starting July 1, 2012. The expectation is that the annual contract will be renewed for a total of at least three years. The primary responsibility of the fellow/research associate will be participation in the design and implementation of new clinical functional magnetic resonance imaging paradigms, as well as offline analysis of BOLD, DTI and perfusion imaging data collected on our Siemens 3T Trio MRI system at the Johns Hopkins Hospital as part of a comprehensive clinical brain tumor physiologic MR imaging program. Johns Hopkins Hospital, located in Baltimore, Maryland, is a major international referral center, and our clinical fMRI program benefits from referrals from one of the largest brain tumor centers in the world. Partly in collaboration with Siemens, software development and optimization for both clinical and research fMRI will also be accomplished. The Fellow/Research Associate is expected to be actively involved in the administration of the paradigms, patient training and testing, collection of fMRI and DTI data, performance of data quality control analysis, and prompt offline processing of the data for same day export to PACS and neuronavigation systems. Paradigm design and optimization will be performed in conjunction with a team of experienced neuroradiologists who will also be involved in the interpretation and postprocessing of the data for delivery of results to referring neurosurgeons. Our fMRI team includes several “supertechs” in addition to three neuroradiologists. Experience with fMRI analysis software packages (particularly AFNI [required], although additional experience with SPM8 would also be useful) and MATLAB is essential, and prior fMRI & image processing experience is an absolute requirement. Strong computer programming skills are highly desirable as well, particularly in C/C++ or comparable languages. The successful candidate will hold a Masters or PhD degree in a neuroscience, functional imaging or computer science related field and will be able to expand our existing clinical fMRI program by further developing and optimizing fMRI paradigms on the existing software platform on our Siemens 3T scanner, which includes an integrated AFNI-based clinical fMRI package provided by Prism Clinical Imaging. Excellent opportunities for research related to clinical outcomes, paradigm development and analysis optimization, and most importantly clinical validation of techniques, will also be present. The successful candidate will participate in ongoing funded research projects related to BOLD cerebrovascular reactivity mapping and assessment of neurovascular uncoupling, as well as brain plasticity. Current clinical applications of fMRI and DTI at the Johns Hopkins Hospital include presurgical mapping of eloquent cortex in patients with brain tumors and presurgical planning in patients with epilepsy. Design of a variety of clinically useful sensorimotor, language, memory and visual activation paradigms suitable for a wide range of patient functional levels and design of accurate semiautomated fMRI and DTI processing methods, as well as development and implementation of sophisticated neurobehavioral testing and monitoring methods, will be the eventual goals. Collection of normative data during paradigm development will also be necessary. Additional research opportunities related to resting state BOLD and functional connectivity MR imaging in the context of brain tumor imaging will also be present. The Johns Hopkins University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and encourages applications from qualified women and minority candidates. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the State of Maryland.

12 years, 11 months

Fwd: [SPM] PhD position: visual hallucinations, Newcastle University, UK

by Gary Green

FYI -------------- We are seeking one highly motivated and enthusiastic PhD student for a project to investigate visual hallucinations in Lewy body dementia patients with a combined TMS and EEG protocol. For more information and to know how to apply refer to the following link: http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=39060&LID=1125 Contact e-mail address: john-paul.taylor(a)newcastle.ac.uk Thanks, Sara Sara Graziadio, PhD Research Associate Institute of Neuroscience Newcastle University Address: Sir James Spence Institute Royal Victoria Infirmary Queen Victoria road, NE1 4LP Newcastle upon Tyne, UK Tel: +44 (0)191 282 1377

12 years, 11 months

MRC-CBSU, Cambridge - Career Development Fellow (Postdoctoral position))

by Gary Green

FYI ---------------------------------- The MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit (CBSU) is an internationally renowned research institute with state-of-the-art cognitive neuroscience facilities, including 3T-fMRI, EEG, MEG and access to neuropsychological patient panels. Applications are invited for a Career Development Fellowship in cognitive neuroscience to join an ongoing research programme led by Dr Michael Anderson at CBSU investigating memory, attention, and inhibitory control. The primary objective of this position is to undertake behavioural and functional imaging studies of healthy adult populations, though computational studies would be a welcome complement. You will have, or be in the final stages of completing. a PhD in a subject directly related to Cognitive Neuroscience, plus experience in neuroimaging, and be able to work independently on imaging and behavioural studies. This is a three year training and development postdoctoral position. The starting salary will be in the range of £26,022 - £28,746 per annum, depending upon qualifications and experience. We offer a flexible pay and reward policy, 30 days annual leave entitlement, and an optional MRC final salary Pension Scheme. On site car and bicycle parking is available. For inquiries, contact Michael Anderson, by email: michael.anderson(a)mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk. Further information on the unit can be found at http://www.mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk/. Background concerning our work on memory control can also be found at http://www.memorycontrol.net/ Applications are handled by the RCUK Shared Services Centre; to apply please visit our job board at https://ext.ssc.rcuk.ac.uk and complete an online application form. Applicants who would like to receive this advert in an alternative format (e.g. large print, Braille, audio or hard copy), or who are unable to apply online should contact us by telephone on 01793 867003, please quote reference number IRC55325. Closing date: 13th June 2012 Dr Pierre Gagnepain /MRC Cognition & Brain Sciences Unit/ 15 Chaucer Road Cambridge CB2 7EF, UK Tel: +44 (0) 1223 273701

12 years, 11 months

Fwd: [megcommunity] PhD position - brain connectivity and neuroimaging data analysis

by Gary Green

FYI ------------------------------ A PhD position is available at the department of Data Analysis, Ghent University, Belgium (http://www.da.ugent.be <http://www.da.ugent.be/>). The PhD project is focused on brain connectivity and will involve both theoretical research and application to specific neuroimaging datasets. The student will be part of a research group focusing on the development and validation of new methods for the analysis of neuroimaging data, in the framework of a multidisciplinary collaboration with psychologists and clinicians. The candidate has ideally a master degree in physics, mathematics or engineering, knows at least one programming language (matlab, R, C, etc) and has an interest for multidisciplinary research. The University of Gent hosts a vibrant research community and offers excellent facilities to students and employees. The starting date is October 1st 2012. Candidates are invited to send a motivation letter and the names of two referees to Daniele Marinazzo (daniele.marinazzo(a)ugent.be <mailto:daniele.marinazzo@ugent.be>) Informal inquiries and requests for further information are most welcome.

12 years, 12 months

Fwd: The insurance claim at YNiC

by Gary Green

Apologies for cross-postings ------------------- Dear Users, We are finalising the insurance and damages compensation claim with respect to the water damage in YNiC. I now need to have any final claims for any losses you may have suffered. These must be backed by evidence please. I need to know a) Has your work been affected such that you need an extension of a contract? If so, I need to know the work affected, the dates (start and end), the loss in financial terms and details of the contract/grant/code that was the source of the contract funds. We will need to have evidence for actual loss - so if you were able to carry out other work including writing, then that time cannot be part of the insurance claim. b) have you lost scanning time that cannot be carried out now that we have reopened. Note that we cannot claim for a delay, it must be an irrecoverable loss. I need to know dates/hours, reasons for it being irrecoverable and the total financial loss including any expenses paid and not recoverable. c) has any business been lost? If so, what was the nature of the business, the dates, costs and why it is an aborted cost. d) have any monies been spent on consumables that are unuseable, eg a chemical/drug that was unable to be used and is out of date. Again I need to know the details, the dates when it should have been used and the losses. e) have any special offers, conference, deadlines been missed that will result in a financial loss. Again details and evidence please Thanks. I cannot promise that any recovery can be made but solicitors have been instructed and we will do our best to claim back any losses Gary -- Gary Green Director York Neuroimaging Centre & YNI Ltd The Biocentre York Science Park Innovation Way Heslington York YO10 5NY http://www.ynic.york.ac.uk https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/about-us/people/ggrg tel. +44 (0) 1904 435349 PA - Jill Hurst : +44 (0) 1904 435329 fax +44 (0) 1904 435356 mobile +44 (0) 788 191 3004

13 years

Fwd: Fwd: one-year RA/PostDoc position at Newcastle

by Gary Green

FYI We received this from a collaborator in Newcastle ------------------------------ Dear all, we currently have short-term funding for one year to work on a joint project between John-Paul Taylor and me. The project involves the analysis of brain connectivity (diffusion tensor imaging and resting-state fMRI) in datasets of healthy aging and dementia. As lots of the analysis does not necessary need your presence in the lab, we thought that this position would be quite convenient for someone currently in York. The position could start as soon as possible. Please let me know if your colleagues in York are interested in this position (in that case send an e-mail with a CV). Best, Marcus -- Marcus.Kaiser(a)newcastle.ac.uk Associate Professor for Neuroinformatics School of Computing Science Newcastle University Claremont Tower Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU, UK http://www.biological-networks.org/

13 years

Science Engagement Pics

by Michael Simpson

Dear all, you may like to see some pics from the recent Science Engagement Event that Catta Teige, Tessa Flack and I were at on behalf of YNiC. I'm hoping these may inspire you to volunteer to get involved in some of the forthcoming engagement events that YNiC has planned. http://www.ianmartindale.co.uk/preview-gallery.php?album=120502-scence-enga… http://www.ianmartindale.co.uk/preview-gallery.php?album=120502-scence-enga… http://www.ianmartindale.co.uk/preview-gallery.php?album=120502-scence-enga… If however this email merely serves as a prompt for a caption competition, I'll try and deflect your attention towards the ongoing Peter Thompson vanity project ... (n.b. it's Jim Al-Khalili this time). http://www.ianmartindale.co.uk/preview-gallery.php?album=120502-scence-enga… Best wishes, Michael -- Dr Michael Simpson Science Liaison Officer York Neuroimaging Centre Innovation Way York YO10 5DG Tel: 01904 567614 Web: http://www.ynic.york.ac.uk

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