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Fwd: MEG postdoc vacancy - Aarhus Univ, DK
by Gary Green 06 Nov '13

06 Nov '13

Dear all, Apologies for possible cross-postings - could you please circulate this MEG job to anyone who could be interested. Thanks, /yury/ Yury Shtyrov, DPhil Professor - Head of MEG Group MINDLab - Center of Functionally Integrative Neuroscience (CFIN) Institute for Clinical Medicine Aarhus University, Denmark ------------------ Post-doctoral Position in MEG/Neuroscience of Language Center of Functionally Integrative Neuroscience, Aarhus University Applications are invited for a postdoctoral scientist to support research into neurobiological foundations of language at the Center of Functionally Integrative Neuroscience (CFIN), Aarhus University, Denmark. The postholder’s research will be centred on using MEG and on the spatio-temporal dynamics of the neural activity underlying speech and language processing in the human brain. Ideal candidates will therefore have experience in neuroimaging and in language research. Previous experience in using EEG or/and MEG is essential. Eligible candidates should hold a PhD or similar degree in a relevant discipline, including (but not limited to) psychology, neuroinformatics, psycholinguisitcs or neuroscience. The position is to be filled as soon as possible and is initially open for 1 year with a possibility of extension and/or permanent post for a good candidate. CFIN is an international multidisciplinary research centre based at Aarhus University’s Institute for Clinical Medicine, Denmark. Our research groups are supported by state-of-the-art cognitive neuroscience facilities including research-only 306-channel TRIUX MEG system (Elekta Neuromag), fMRI systems (Siemens TIM Trio 3T, Magnetom Skyra 3T), PET, navigated TMS, EEG and eye-tracking equipment, Two-Photon Microscopy, etc., and have well-established clinical and other collaborations. See cfin.au.dk for more inromation. Aarhus University provides an inspiring international research environment with top neuroscience facilties, and is consistently named among the world's best 100 universities. To apply, please go to http://www.au.dk/en/about/job/sun/academicpositions/ Additional information regarding this position can be obtained by contacting Professor Yury Shtyrov, head of MEG, CFIN: Yury.Shtyrov(a)cfin.au.dk

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Fwd: fMRI postdoc, Center for Mind/ Brain Sciences, University of Trento
by Gary Green 06 Nov '13

06 Nov '13

*fMRI postdoc* At the Center for Mind/ Brain Sciences (CIMeC, www.unitn.it/en/cimec <http://www.unitn.it/en/cimec>), University of Trento, Italy, there will soon be an opening for a postdoc position to work with Angelika Lingnau (https://sites.google.com/site/angelikalingnau/) in collaboration with Carlo Marzi, University of Verona. The ideal applicant will have completed their PhD (Cognitive Neuroscience, Computer Science, Psychology, Physics, or a related discipline), experience with fMRI design and analysis methods (in particular MVPA), and programming experience with Matlab or C. Additional experience with real-time fMRI and/ or connectivity analyses is very desirable. The CIMeC has been recently ranked as the leading Cognitive Neuroscience research unit in Italy. It offers an international and vibrant research setting with access to state-of-the-art neuroimaging methodologies, including a research-only 4T MRI scanner, MEG, EEG and TMS, as well as behavioral, eye tracking and motion tracking laboratories. English is the official language of the CIMeC, where a large proportion of the faculty, post-docs and students come from a wide range of countries outside of Italy. If you wish to receive further information please contact Angelika Lingnau (angelika.lingnau(a)gmail.com <mailto:angelika.lingnau@gmail.com>) or meet her at the SfN Meeting (Poster Board Number BBB19, presentation 273.18). Angelika Lingnau, Phd Center for Mind/ Brain Sciences University of Trento Via delle Regole, 101 38100, Mattarello (TN) - ITALY email: angelika.lingnau(a)unitn.it <mailto:angelika.lingnau@unitn.it> or _angelika.lingnau(a)gmail.com <mailto:angelika.lingnau@gmail.com>_

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Fwd: POSTDOC position available, Rome Enrico Fermi Center
by Gary Green 06 Nov '13

06 Nov '13

The Magnetic Resonance for Brain Investigation Laboratory at the Enrico Fermi Center, Rome, Italy, is opening a call for a 2-years postdoctoral position in the area of brain functional networks in neurodegenerative disorders and aging, exploiting quantitative MRI techniques. The aim of the project is to investigate the brain disconnection at network level occurring during aging and dementia, and to disentangle the relevant vascular and metabolic components. The project is part of the NETFUN (Brain FUNctional NETwork studied by NMR) project, a collaboration between Enrico Fermi Centre and the Cardiff University Brain Research Imaging Center (CUBRIC) – School of Psychology – Cardiff University (UK). Available facilities include 3 3T scanners (2 in Rome, 1 in Cardiff) and full processing facilities. The ideal applicant has a solid MRI background, including a PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Engineering or Information Technology. Experience with acquisition and analysis of functional MRI data, and specifically with ASL techniques, is highly desirable, as well as good knowledge of Matlab programming language. The postdoc will be under the joint supervision of Dr. Federico Giove and prof. Richard G. Wise. The fellow will work in a multidisciplinary group, with experience in dementia and in functional and structural MRI. The study will be mainly based in Rome (MARBILab, c/o Santa Lucia Foundation), with some work based in Cardiff. Thus, the applicant must be inclined to travel and to collaborate in different environments, and highly motivated. The post is available immediately, and is funded for 2 years. Salary is in the range of 25000 EUR/year (tax-exempt). Informal enquiries to Dr Federico Giove. Interested people are expected to send a CV including publication list. The official call will be published on http://www.centrofermi.it/index.php/grants/bandi, (Italian language).

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Open Plan presentation area busy between 2pm and 3pm today.
by Michael Simpson 06 Nov '13

06 Nov '13

Dear all, between 2pm and 3pm today there will be a presentation to Electronics students in Open Plan. Access to workstations will be unaffected, however people may find it preferable to use workstations towards the back of Open Plan if they do not wish to be disturbed during this time. Thanks, 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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Fwd: Two postdoc jobs: neural decoding of language, and similarity-based neural representations
by Gary Green 05 Nov '13

05 Nov '13

Two postdoctoral positions are available in the Department of Brain & Cognitive Sciences at the University of Rochester in the lab of Rajeev Raizada (http://raizadalab.org). Both positions will involve applying multivoxel pattern-based fMRI analysis to seeking to understand the structure of neural representations. One position will concentrate especially on the neural decoding of language, in particular the semantic representation of words embedded in sentences. The other position will focus on exploring similarity-based representations, relating neural similarity structure to the visual and semantic similarity of objects. Applicants must have a PhD in neuroscience, psychology, linguistics, computer science or a related field. Experience in some or all of the following areas would be ideal: fMRI data analysis, machine learning (especially kernel-based or Bayesian approaches), computational linguistics (for the language decoding postdoc), computer vision or visual psychophysics (for the object-similarity postdoc). Experience with Matlab or some other scientific programming language (e.g. SciPy, R) is required. Salary will be on the standard NIH postdoc payscale. Both positions are available immediately and have funding for a two year period, although they could potentially be extended beyond that time if mutually agreed and if additional funding is obtained. To apply, please send a description of your research interests, a CV, the names of three referees, and weblinks to representative publications to rajeev.raizada(a)gmail.com , specifying in the subject-line which of the two positions you are applying to. Large files such as PDFs of papers should be sent as weblinks (e.g. to your publications webpage, or using Dropbox) rather than as e.mail attachments. If you will be attending the upcoming Society for Neuroscience conference then it might be possible to meet there, otherwise interviews can be conducted via Skype. The Department of Brain & Cognitive Sciences at the University of Rochester (http://www.bcs.rochester.edu) has a strong focus on computational and statistical studies of neural representations, and has researchers working in language, vision, computation, development and neuroimaging. The Rochester Center for Brain Imaging (http://rcbi.rochester.edu) has a research-dedicated 3T Siemens Trio scanner.

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Fwd: POSTDOC FELLOW postion available UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH DEPT PSYCHIATRY
by Gary Green 04 Nov '13

04 Nov '13

*Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position at University of Pittsburgh * The Maternal Affective Neuroscience Laboratory, headed by Drs. Eydie Moses-Kolko, Alison Hipwell and Mary Phillips at the Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of the University of Pittsburgh, seeks a full-time postdoctoral research fellow supported by funds from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. The start date is flexible, although Fall 2013 is preferred. This position is for up to 2.5 years. We are looking for a postdoctoral associate to work on a study investigating the neural underpinnings of affective disorders and mother-infant caregiving in young, 3-6mo postpartum mothers. Specifically, the postdoctoral associate will be involved with the neuroimaging component of the study, which measures responding in neural reward circuits, affective face-processing circuits, empathy circuits while attending to infant cry, as well as resting neural circuitry. This R01 grant funded by the NICHD is a substudy of the Pittsburgh Girls’ Study, a longitudinal study in which measures of affective, cognitive, and behavioral functioning in a large, high-risk sample have been measured since childhood. This substudy project can thereby test scientific questions within a developmental context as well as examine transgeneration mechanisms of psychopathology. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for collecting and analyzing fMRI and behavioral data and writing scientific papers and giving scientific presentations. Other duties will include assisting as needed with evaluations of mothers and infants and to follow study procedures regarding management of data, to generally add to the smooth flow of the project as needed. This relies on close collaboration with research coordinators, research assistants, graduate and undergraduate students, and investigators. Position qualifications include a PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field or an MD psychiatrist at the postdoctoral level; experience with fMRI acquisition and analysis; strong experimental and statistical skills; the ability to work independently and in a team environment on multiple tasks and projects and to share one’s expertise with others. Experience with neuroimaging software programs (AFNI, FSL, MATLAB, SPM, or other relevant programs), programming for fMRI tasks (E-prime, Presentation), and statistical analysis (SPM, SPSS, SAS) is highly desired. Strong interests in the development and pathophysiology of depression and are valuable. Excellent scientific writing skills are also desired. Located in the Oakland area of Pittsburgh, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC (WPIC) is considered one of the nation's foremost university-based psychiatric care facilities, housing the Department of Psychiatry of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. For more than 60 years, WPIC has been a national leader in providing research-based care and treatment of mental health and addictive disorders. As part of UPMC, WPIC provides a comprehensive range of behavioral health services for individuals, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors who are at every stage in their recovery. WPIC has a large community of post-doctoral scholars and associates and a longstanding history of success in developing post-doctoral researchers toward independent research careers. The Department of Psychiatry has a total research portfolio of over $ 70 million annually, including nine T32 post-doctoral training grants. During the current fiscal year, these grants support a community of more than 68 post-doctoral researchers whose research career development is supported by structured and informal mentoring activities. Our faculty have a strong commitment to excellence in mentorship. Please address questions or send a letter of research interests, a CV and contact information for three references to Eydie Moses-Kolko (mosesEL(a)upmc.edu <mailto:mosesEL@upmc.edu>). Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Thank you for your interest, Eydie Moses-Kolko ************************************************* Eydie Moses-Kolko, MD Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine office: 412-624-9152 fax: 412-383-8336

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Fwd: Research Fellow/Postdoc: Neuroimaging in Cerebrovascular Disease
by Gary Green 04 Nov '13

04 Nov '13

FYI -------------- The Hospital of the University of Munich, Germany, is one of the largest and most competitive university hospitals in Germany and Europe. 45 specialized hospitals, departments and institutions harboring excellent research and education provide patient care at the highest medical level with approximately 10.000 employees. The Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research at the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich offers: Research Fellow/Postdoc: Neuroimaging in Cerebrovascular Disease (m/f) RESEARCH FOCUS and RESPONSIBILITIES: The research fellow/postdoc will work on the mechanisms of post-stroke dementia using multimodal MRI data acquired through a prospective longitudinal study that involves repeat structural and functional MRI together with amyloid PET and detailed cognitive testing. The project is funded by the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) and embedded in an ambitious imaging program on vascular cognitive impairment. The fellow/postdoc will work in a highly dynamic neuroimaging team and is encouraged to bring in own research ideas. REQUIREMENTS: The candidate should hold a PhD, MD or equivalent degree in relevant disciplines (informatics, engineering, mathematics, neuroscience), should be familiar with state of the art structural and functional imaging techniques and should have skills in image postprocessing. Solid knowledge of programming and statistics is a plus. An enthusiastic, reliable and independent work style will provide a good fit for our team. OFFER: We offer an excellent multidisciplinary environment with expertise in neuroimaging, neuropsychology, bioinformatics, epidemiology and state of the art multimodal neuroimaging equipment (3T MRI, high-density fMRI compatible EEG, molecular PET, IT infrastructure). The research team is embedded in the Munich Cluster for Systems Neurology, which is funded by the German Excellence Initiative. The research fellow will draw on a comprehensive database and technical support to facilitate efficient work conditions. He/she will work in a friendly, highly productive team at the Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research. The Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU) (http://www.en.uni-muenchen.de/index.html), Germany, and its hospitals figure among Germany’s premier and internationally competitive biomedical research sites and are funded by the government’s Excellence Initiative. Salary is according to TV-L. The position is limited for two years, with a possible extension. Disabled persons will be preferentially considered in case of equal qualification. Presentation costs can not be refunded. HOW TO APPLY: Your application - preferably in electronic form - with the usual documents indicating the earliest possible starting date should be directed to: Klinikum der Universität München, Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research Prof. Dr. Martin Dichgans Marchioninistr. 15 81377 Munich | Germany Send application by email to: isd(a)med.uni-muenchen.de

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YNiC seminar 7th November
by rem 04 Nov '13

04 Nov '13

Dear Users This week (4.15 pm in YNiC open plan) there will be an internal project proposal presentation given by Jonny Smallwood. The title of Jonny's project is "Neural correlates of self-generated thought". Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be served afterwards. Best wishes Rebecca -- ************************************************************************ Dr. Rebecca E. Millman Science Liaison Officer York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park Heslington YO10 5DG Tel: +44 (0) 1904 567614 Fax: +44 (0) 1904 435356

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Fwd: 2 post-doc positions in Marseille (France) to work on UHF 7T Human Scanner
by Gary Green 01 Nov '13

01 Nov '13

The Central Nervous System group of CRMBM (Center for Magnetic Resonance in Biology and Medicine) in Marseille (France) is seeking for 2 post-doctoral MR physicists. The successful candidates will work on the development at UHF (7T) of advanced acquisition and post-processing techniques on the new human 7T-whole-body MR system (Siemens, Step 2) in a multidisciplinary team (20 persons). The positions are fully funded for 24 months by the AMIDEX program (7T-AMISTART) of Aix-Marseille University. *Position I (24 months): /_Development of acquisition and post-processing methods for sodium (^23 Na) MRI at 7T on human brain and _/* */_spinal cord_/* */_ of controls and patients with neurological diseases._/* _Required Qualifications_: ·PhD in Medical Physics, Physics, Biomedical Engineering or related areas. ·Experience in MR pulse sequence programming (ideally IDEA). ·Proficiency with programming languages (C, C++, Matlab). ·Experience in UHF (7T) acquisitions in humans. _Preferred qualifications:_ ·Experience in ^23 Na MRI ·Good publication record ·Good written and oral communication skills in English *Position II (24 months): /_Development of acquisition and post-processing methods for ultra high resolution ^1 H MRI and SWI at 7T _/* */_on human brain and spinal cord of controls and patients with neurological diseases._/* _Required Qualifications_: ·PhD in Medical Physics, Physics, Biomedical Engineering or related areas. ·Experience in UHR MRI acquisitions in humans at UHF (7T). ·Experience in the use of multi TX/RX coils, SAR and B1 mapping methods. ·Experience in MR pulse sequence programming (ideally IDEA). ·Proficiency with programming languages (C, C++, Matlab). _Preferred qualifications:_ ·Experience in SWI ·Good publication record ·Good written and oral communication skills in English *Electronic applications* (cover letter, CV, 2 letters of recommendation) to be sent to Pr Jean-Philippe Ranjeva (Head of the CNS group of CRMBM) e-mail : jean-philippe.ranjeva(a)univ-amu.fr <mailto:jean-philippe.ranjeva@univ-amu.fr> ** *Application deadline : December 1st 2013.* Preferred starting date : January 2014.

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Today's seminar : Cancellation
by Gary Green 31 Oct '13

31 Oct '13

Dear Users I am going to postpone tonight's discussion of the YNiC structural scans. Sorry if this causes any inconvenience. We have been reviewing the concept of the structural scans, their content and how they are used for some time. We have carried out the same type of structural scan for the last seven years. Whilst we would not wish to just abandon current practice there is no doubt that we can improve the nature of the structural scans so that they support a wider range of research activities, are 'better' in terms of their use in various software packages and provide improved signal to noise, improved grey/white discrimination.... We have been investigating a wide range of options for the structural. I believe we need to collate and review more scientific evidence so that we can present as informed a view as possible as to the best practice going forward. We will not reach a consensus by simply debating this in a seminar without everyone having sight of the evidence beforehand. At the same time we have looked at our policy and procedures for dealing with anomalies. From the first of January this new policy will be implemented and of course we will keep you informed as to the new procedures ahead of that start date. In principle we are going to follow new guidelines and advise participants if we are sending a set of scans away for independent reporting. This also requires a careful consideration of the timing and the nature of the data we collect regarding possible anomalies. Therefore, I would like to change from a simple presentation and discussion this evening to YNiC producing a document that will examine the options, provide the evidence and suggest a way forward. This will be circulated and discussion can then take place based on all the evidence as well as any financial implications. If you would like to still come to YNiC and start the celebrations for the 100th paper, you will be very welcome. Cakes will be provided Gary -- --------------- Gary Green York Neuroimaging Centre & Centre for Hyperpolarisation in Magnetic Resonance The Biocentre York Science Park Innovation Way Heslington York YO10 5NY tel +44 (0) 1904 435349 fax +44 (0) 1904 435356 mobile +44 (0) 788 191 3004 http://www.ynic.york.ac.uk http://http://www.york.ac.uk/chym/ https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/about-us/people/ggrg PA : Claire Fox tel +44 (0) 1904 435329 fax +44 (0) 1904 435356 Claire.Fox(a)ynic.york.ac.uk

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YNiC seminar today
by rem 31 Oct '13

31 Oct '13

Dear Users This afternoon (4.15 pm in YNiC open plan) Gary Green, Mark Hymers and Andre Gouws will lead a discussion on "A strategic review of YNiC "standard" scans": * The current YNiC "standard" structural scan * Options for enhancing the "standard" structural scan Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be served afterwards. Best wishes Rebecca -- ************************************************************************ Dr. Rebecca E. Millman Science Liaison Officer York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park Heslington YO10 5DG Tel: +44 (0) 1904 567614 Fax: +44 (0) 1904 435356

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Fwd: Side job for a PhD student in neuroimaging
by Gary Green 30 Oct '13

30 Oct '13

Imagilys is looking for: * a neuroimaging software tester <http://www.imagilys.com/careers/software-tester>: can be a side job (about 8 hours per week) for a PhD student anywhere in the world * a R&D engineer <http://www.imagilys.com/careers/RD-engineer/>: full time job in Brussels or Warsaw To learn more about the jobs and apply, please click on the links. Sincerely, Laurent Hermoye, PhD Imagilys <http://www.imagilys.com/>

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Fwd: Research Associate Post in EEG at University of York
by Gary Green 30 Oct '13

30 Oct '13

An RA post (50% of full time) is available for a UK Research Council funded project called /Mobility, Mood and Place: a user-centred approach to design of built environments to make mobility easy, enjoyable and meaningful for older people. /The role involves designing, conducting and interpreting EEG (electroencephalography) data to make inferences about stress states arising from movement in specific settings. The project requires expertise in experimental design and statistical manipulation of data. Relevant PhD or MSc required. Salary within the range £29,541 - £36,298 per annum, /consummate/ to /experience/, reduced pro-rata. The hours of work will be 18.5 per week, for a period of up to 3 years, although other patterns of working will be considered. See below link. https://jobs.york.ac.uk/wd/plsql/wd_portal.show_job?p_web_site_id=3885&p_we… Please contact Dr Jenny Roe to discuss further: jenny.roe(a)york.ac.uk <mailto:jenny.roe@york.ac.uk> -- Dr Jenny Roe Senior Research Leader Stockholm Environment Institute University of York YO10 5DD Tel: 01904 323480 email: jenny.roe(a)york.ac.uk <mailto:jenny.roe@york.ac.uk> web: http://www.york.ac.uk/sei/staff/jenny-roe/

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100th paper at YNiC
by Gary Green 30 Oct '13

30 Oct '13

Many congratulations to Uzma Urooj, Piers Cornelissen, Michael Simpson, Katie Wheat, Will Woods, Laura Barca and Andy Ellis, who have just had a paper accepted by the journal Neuroimage. This is a landmark in the history of YNiC - it is the 100th paper and a measure of the authors' tremendous patience and persistence as this reports on work that started in the first few weeks of YNiC's life as a working imaging Centre. A tremendous achievement. Look out for the party announcement. It is 100 papers and almost 10 years since Andy Ellis's and Andy Young's vision resulted in the start of the building of YNiC in January 2004. The paper is: Interactions between visual and semantic processing during object recognition revealed by modulatory effects of age of acquisition. Urooj, U., Cornelissen, P.L., Simpson, M.I., Wheat, K.L., Woods, W., Barca, L. & Ellis, A.W. Accepted for publication in Neuroimage https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/about-us/publications -- --------------- Gary Green

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Building a Culture of Compassionate Care
by Improving Patient Care 2013 Conference 30 Oct '13

30 Oct '13

Improving Patient Care: Health & Social Care Reform Brewery Conference Centre, London, 5th Dec 2013 Govtoday and Health and Social Care Reform are delighted to be hosting the forthcoming Improving Patient Care National Conference and Exhibition, which will be held at the prestigious Brewery Conference Centre at the heart of London on Thursday 5th December 2013. View Full Details on Delegate Rates via the URL below http://www.improving-patient-care.co.uk/why REGISTER YOUR PLACE TODAY via the URL below http://www.improving-patient-care.co.uk/index.php?option=com_gtereg&sub… Discounts for Group Bookings Available Chris Sheridan Marketing Executive Tel: + 44 (0) 161 686 5593 Email: chris.sheridan(a)gtevent.co.uk Improving Patient Care: Health & Social Care Reform will examine the Francis Report’s findings, highlighting the failings whilst providing delegates with the recommendations and tools to prevent patient harm and unavoidable death. With a further 14 hospitals under investigation for high mortality rates, and the Secretary of State attacking a system ravaged with a culture of complacency and low aspirations, action is required now! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity, we look forward to seeing you on the day. Confirmed Speakers INCLUDE: Peter Watkin Jones Solicitor to the Inquiry The Mid Staffordshire NHS Foundation Trust Public Inquiry Adam Crizzle Managing Director Hillcroft House UK Limited Roger Taylor Director of Research and Public Affairs Dr Foster Intelligence Thea Stein Chief Executive Carers Trust David Prior Chair Care Quality Commission VIEW FULL DETAILS OF THE PROGRAMME via the URL below http://www.improving-patient-care.co.uk/programme Govtoday, The Landing, Blue Tower, Media City, M50 2ST Tel: +44 (0) 161 686 5593 Registered Number 06708985 If you don't want to receive these emails from Govtoday in the future, please use the link below to unsubscribe. If the link does not work try copying and pasting the entire link directly into your web browser address bar http://3d.gtevent.co.uk/unsubscribe.aspx?subemail=ynic-users@ynic.york.ac.uk

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YNiC seminar 31st October
by rem 28 Oct '13

28 Oct '13

Dear Users This week (4.15 pm in YNiC open plan) Gary Green, Mark Hymers and Andre Gouws will lead a discussion on "A strategic review of YNiC "standard" scans": * The current YNiC "standard" structural scan * Options for enhancing the "standard" structural scan Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be served afterwards. Best wishes Rebecca -- ************************************************************************ Dr. Rebecca E. Millman Science Liaison Officer York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park Heslington YO10 5DG Tel: +44 (0) 1904 567614 Fax: +44 (0) 1904 435356

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Fwd: Postdoctoral MEG fellowship available, Lyon Neuroscience Research Center, Lyon, France
by Gary Green 27 Oct '13

27 Oct '13

2-Year Postdoctoral Fellowship MEG, Motor Control and Autism Brain Dynamics and Cognition Lab Lyon Neuroscience Research Center, France Applications are invited for a 2-year full-time Postdoctoral Position at the Brain Dynamics and Cognition Lab of the Lyon Neuroscience Research Center (CRNL) in Lyon to work on an MEG motor control study in adults and children. The post-doc is part of an exciting new project recently funded by the French National Research Agency (ANR SAMENTA) which aims to explore the large-scale brain dynamics of motor control in healthy subjects and its alteration in autism. Key requirements The ideal candidate will have a PhD in neuroscience, cognitive sciences, neuroimaging or a related field and a strong interest in neuronal oscillations, cortico-muscular coupling, and large-scale brain dynamics. The candidate is expected to have a solid background in MEG data analysis (e.g. time-frequency analysis, source reconstruction techniques and connectivity measures) and good programming skills primarily in MATLAB. Additionally, a background in motor control and/or development studies will be beneficial. Fluency and solid writing skills in English are expected. French is not a requirement but could be an important asset. The Brain Dynamics and Cognition Lab (headed by Olivier Bertrand) is one of 11 teams that make up the Lyon Neuroscience Research Center which consists of about 350 researchers whose research covers an extremely broad range of neuroscience topics ranging from cells to organisms and from cognition to clinical applications. The imaging facilities and electrophysiological platforms available include MEG, EEG, MRI, PET, TMS and intracranial EEG. Lyon boasts a vibrant and stimulating neuroscience environment and a culturally rich city life. It is home of the Lumière brothers, the pioneers of cinema, and of Saint Exupéry (author of the Little Prince). Lyon is renowned for its traditional and gastronomic cuisine and is ideally located just an hour away from the Alpes, 2 hours from Paris and an hour and a half from Marseille and the Mediterranean sea. How to apply? Applications in the form of a cover letter with statement of research interests and a CV with a full list of publications should be sent by email to Christina Schmitz (christina.schmitz(a)inserm.fr) and to Karim Jerbi (karim.jerbi(a)inserm.fr). Potential candidates are also encouraged to send an inquiry email if they wish to find out more about the position before applying. Expected starting date: February/March 2014, but applications will be considered until the position is filled. Please feel free to forward this announcement to colleagues and students who could be interested in this position. Best regards, Christina Schmitz& Karim Jerbi Brain Dynamics and Cognition Lab Lyon Neuroscience Research Center Inserm U1028 - CNRS UMR5292 - University Lyon I CH Le Vinatier - Bât 452 95 bd Pinel, 69675 Bron, France http://crnl.univ-lyon1.fr/index.php/en *** -- Karim Jerbi, PhD Brain Dynamics and Cognition Lab Lyon Neuroscience Research Center Inserm U1028 - CNRS UMR5292 - University Lyon I CH Le Vinatier - Bât 452 95 bd Pinel, 69675 Bron, France Email: karim.jerbi(a)inserm.fr Personal Website: http://www.karimjerbi.com LinkedIn Profile: http://www.linkedin.com/in/karimjerbi Research Gate Profile: http://www.researchgate.net/profile/Karim_Jerbi/ Google Scholar Profile: http://scholar.google.com/citations?user=FvXuJbUAAAAJ&hl=fr

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Fwd: PostDoc position in emotion/stress and its physiological correlates
by Gary Green 25 Oct '13

25 Oct '13

FYI http://www.cbs.mpg.de/career/jobs/baya-pdp-10-13 The Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences invites applications for 1 Postdoctoral Position in the field of emotion/stress and its physiological correlates. The overall background of the project is the investigation of the role of psychological factors in the development of risk factors such as hypertension, obesity, and smoking. The successful candidate will hold a PhD preferably in psychology or related disciplines and will ideally have prior experience with fMRI and/or ERP/EEG, as well as psychophysiological methodologies and data analysis. The candidate will have the chance to supervise PhD and Master students who use these methods. Complete applications include cover letter, CV, letter(s) of recommendation, and copies of university degrees and additional certificates. It is a full time position and the salary is based on the German salary scale. In order to increase the proportion of female staff members, applications from female scientists are particularly encouraged. Preference will be given to disabled persons with the same qualification. Please send your application as a single PDF-file referring to the application code PD 06/2013 to Ms. Anahit Babayan: Deadline of application: Until position is filled! Prof. Dr. Arno Villringer Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences, Department of Neurology Stephanstr. 1A, 04103 Leipzig, Germany

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Fwd: PhD Positions in UNC-Chapel Hill
by Gary Green 25 Oct '13

25 Oct '13

One PhD position is available, for each of the following research directions, in the IDEA lab of UNC-Chapel Hill, NC (https://www.med.unc.edu/bric/ideagroup). Brain Image Segmentation and Surface Labeling: The successful candidate should have a strong background on Electrical or Biomedical Engineering, or Computer Science, preferably with emphasis on image processing and pattern recognition. Experience on medical image segmentation and analysis is highly desirable. People with machine learning background are particularly encouraged to apply. Knowledge on neuroscience and programming background (good command of LINUX, C and C++, scripting, and Matlab) are desirable. The research topic will be the development and validation of methods for atlas-based tissue segmentation (of neonatal brain images) and cortical surface labeling of brain images. Deformable Segmentation: The successful candidate should have a strong background on Electrical or Biomedical Engineering, or Computer Science, preferably with emphasis on image feature extraction, shape representation, and shape statistics. Experience on medical image segmentation using deformable surface, level sets, and graph cut is highly desirable. People with machine learning background on image features and shape statistics are particularly encouraged to apply. Strong knowledge on programming (good command of LINUX, C and C++, scripting, and Matlab) are desirable. The research topic will be the development and validation of statistical deformable segmentation methods for lung, liver, prostate, and brain. Neuroimage Classification: The successful candidate should have a strong background on Electronic Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Statistics, or Computer Science, preferably with emphasis on machine learning, pattern classification, multivariate image analysis, or computer vision. Experience on neuroimage analysis is highly desirable. People with machine learning background are particularly encouraged to apply. The successful candidates will be part of a diverse group including radiologists, psychologists, physicists, biostatistician, and computer scientists, and will build upon the group's previous work on medical image analysis. If interested, please email resume to Dr. Dinggang Shen (dgshen(a)med.unc.edu <mailto:dgshen@med.unc.edu>).

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Fwd: PhD Position on the neural correlates of verbally instructed fear (Ghent University, Belgium)
by Gary Green 25 Oct '13

25 Oct '13

PhD Position on the neural correlates of verbally instructed fear (Ghent University, Belgium) In the context of a research project of the Research Foundation – Flanders on the neural correlates of verbally instructed fear conditioning we are seeking a PhD student with an interest in functional MRI and fear conditioning. The goal of the PhD project supervised by Prof. Marcel Brass and Prof. Jan De Houwer is to investigate the brain circuits that are involved in the implementation of verbally instructed fear. The position is available for 2+2 years. Candidates should have a master degree in psychology, neuroscience, neuropsychology or a related field. Basic computer programming skills (preferably Matlab) and experience with fMRI is helpful. Furthermore, experience with psychological experiments is required. The department provides excellent brain imaging facilities with access to a research-dedicated fMRI scanner. Candidates should send their applications including CV, a brief statement of research interests and two letters of recommendation as one PDF document to Prof. Marcel Brass (marcel.brass(a)ugent.be). Deadline for application: November 15th, 2013

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Fwd: Open position for Research Assistant (EEG) at TNU Zurich
by Gary Green 25 Oct '13

25 Oct '13

Dear colleagues, We have an open position for a Research Assistant at the Translational Neuromodeling Unit (TNU) in Zurich, with a focus on EEG. For those interested, please see the following link: http://www.translationalneuromodeling.org/open-position-for-research-assist… Best wishes, Klaas stephan(a)BIOMED.EE.ETHZ.CH

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Open plan usage
by Mark Hymers 24 Oct '13

24 Oct '13

Hi, Just a reminder to all users that Open Plan will be very busy at the following times: Friday 25th October 1000-1200 and 1300-1500: MSc Cognitive Neuroscience / 1st Year PhD Induction Part 2 Priority will be given to those attending the sessions and any machines which have been left logged in will be logged out. There should be some spare capacity at the back of open plan as the group is divided into two but please remember that teaching will be occurring. Thanks, Mark -- Mark Hymers, York Neuroimaging Centre Please note that my email address is: mark.hymers(a)ynic.york.ac.uk Responses to messages sent to other addresses may be delayed

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YNiC seminar 24th October
by rem 21 Oct '13

21 Oct '13

Dear Users This week (4.15 pm in YNiC open plan) there will be another talk on the outcome of an MSc Cognitive Neuroscience 2012/2013 empirical research project. The talk on "Consistent connectivity" will be given by Ioannis Papanikolaou and Andrew Quinn (supervised by Gary Green). Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be served afterwards. Best wishes Rebecca -- ************************************************************************ Dr. Rebecca E. Millman Science Liaison Officer York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park Heslington YO10 5DG Tel: +44 (0) 1904 567614 Fax: +44 (0) 1904 435356

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Fwd: POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN THE COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE OF SCHIZOPHRENIA AT THE MARYLAND PSYCHIATRIC RESEARCH CENTER
by Gary Green 19 Oct '13

19 Oct '13

POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN THE COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE OF SCHIZOPHRENIA AT THE MARYLAND PSYCHIATRIC RESEARCH CENTER We are seeking applicants interested in negative symptoms and motivational deficits in schizophrenia. This work is supported by a 5 year RO1 that involves an extensive collaboration with Michael Frank, a computational neuroscientist at Brown University, JamesWaltz, who does related work using fMRI at MPRC, and Steve Silverstein at Rutgers.The basic approach of the project is to use experimental paradigmsand computational modelingframeworks from the basic neuroscience literature in order to specify the processes that result in alterations of volition and decision-makingThe grant involves both behavioral and electrophysiological methods, thus prior EEG and signal processing experience would be ideal as are good statistical skills. Applications from candidates without prior EEG experience who have strengths in other areas that could be brought to bear in this area of work are also welcome. There will be ample opportunities to take the lead on writing papers as many unpublished data sets available as well as the ability to rapidly implement new experiments with great access to patients who are willing to participate in research.Funding is available for two years, with possible extension.Start date is open as funds are currently available.The lab has a strong track record of helping post-docs go on to achieve independent funding.For more information, please contact James Gold@ jgold(a)mprc.umaryland.edu <mailto:jgold@mprc.umaryland.edu>. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Steven J. Luck, Ph.D. Director, Center for Mind & Brain Professor, Department of Psychology University of California, Davis Room 109 267 Cousteau Place Davis, CA 95618 (530) 297-4424 E-Mail: sjluck(a)ucdavis.edu <mailto:sjluck@ucdavis.edu> Web: http://mindbrain.ucdavis.edu/people/sjluck Calendar: http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=stevenjluck%40gmail.com&ctz=Americ… <http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=stevenjluck@gmail.com&ctz=America/…> --------------------------------------------------------------------

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Fwd: Postdoc position available - Alzheimer's Disease
by Gary Green 19 Oct '13

19 Oct '13

Postdoctoral Position in Neuroimaging -- Pasqual Maragall Foundation, Barcelonabeta Brain Research Center, Barcelona, Spain. *Job Summary: * Pasqual Maragall Foundation invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral position to conduct post-processing and analyzing of MRI neuroimaging data (e.g. structural, fMRI, DWI), as part of a clinical research program on Alzheimer's disease. *Principal Responsibilities: * The primary responsibility of this position includes post-processing and analyzing brain MRI data within the Foundation's Alzheimer's disease clinical research and its flagship project, the Alzheimer and Families (ALFA). The ALFA study is a large longitudinal cohort of sons and daughters of Alzheimer's disease (AD) patients, to explore the preclinical stage of this condition with the aim of identifying novel risk factors and biomarkers. This study will enhance our knowledge of the processes involved before the onset of AD to develop interventions aimed to prevent or delay the disease. Within this study we are collecting a comprehensive amount of data, including blood samples, mental health, quality of life and risk factors, as well as, neuroimaging procedures to assess brain function. The Barcelonabeta Brain Research Center (Barcelonabeta) is a new research infrastructure, constituted by the Pasqual Maragall Foundation and with the participation of the Pompeu Fabra University, dedicated to research on Alzheimer's disease. The new building will be completed by summer 2014, and will contain excellent technical facilities including a research-dedicated 3T MR scanner, dedicated to clinical research on neurodegenerative diseases. Barcelonabeta is a research institute affiliated to Pompeu Fabra University and is also part of the Barcelona Biomedical Research Park (PRBB), a large research facility that hosts seven different research institutions related to biomedical research, including the Hospital del Mar Research Institute (IMIM), the Experimental and Health Sciences Department (CEXS) of the UPF, the Regenerative Medicine Centre of Barcelona (CMRB), and the Centre for Research in Environmental Epidemiology (CREAL), among others, in a multidisciplinary, collaborative and stimulating international environment in close contact with a clinical setting, thus conducive to translational research. *Required Qualifications: * ·PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Medical Physics, Neuroscience or related disciplines. ·Strong background in MRI analysis and related statistical methods for research (SPM, Freesurfer, FSL or similar). ·Experience with image processing and data analysis. ·Ability to think independently and work collaboratively. *Benefits * ·Starting date: April 2014. ·The postdoctoral position is scheduled initially for three years (open to renewal). ·Salary will depend on experience. *Additional Information: * To apply, please submit a single PDF file containing the following: 1) Cover letter describing research interests and relevant background; 2) CV with list of publications; 3) The names of three individuals who could provide reference letters. All files or inquiries should be submitted electronically to: rh(a)fpmaragall.org *Joan D. Gispert* Responsable de Recerca en Neuroimatge** *Fundació**Pasqual Maragall* T. 93 316 09 90 Dr. Aiguader, 88 (Edifici PRBB) - 08003 Barcelona www.fpmaragall.org <http://www.fpmaragall.org/> *cid:image001.jpg@01CE4CA8.8791D060* *cid:image003.jpg@01CE4CA8.8791D060* <http://www.facebook.com/alzheimerinternacional>*cid:image005.jpg@01CE4CA8.8791D060* <http://twitter.com/FPMAlzheimer_CA>*cid:image006.jpg@01CE4CA8.8791D060* <http://www.youtube.com/user/alzheimerinter>*cid:image007.jpg@01CE4CA8.8791D060* <http://vimeo.com/intalz/videos> ** * ------------------------------------------------------------------------ * Aquest missatge i els seus annexos poden contenir informació confidencial i exclusiva per al destinatari. El seu contingut no constitueix un compromís per part de l'emissor. Si rep aquest missatge per error, si us plau elimini'l sense revisar-lo ni reenviar-lo i notifiqui-ho al remitent. Gràcies per la seva col·laboració. /Este mensaje y sus anexos pueden contener información confidencial y exclusiva para el destinatario. Su contenido no constituye un compromiso por parte del emisor. Si recibe este mensaje por error, por favor elimínelo sin revisarlo ni reenviarlo y notifíquelo al remitente. //Gracias por su colaboración. /This message and attachments may contain confidential and exclusive information intended only for the individual named. The content of this message does not imply any commitment by the sender. If you have received this e-mail by mistake, please delete it before reading or distributing and notify the sender. Thank you for your cooperation. *cid:image006.jpg@01CD0B4C.79CA6620*Gràcies per estalviar paper. /Gracias por ahorrar papel./Thanks for saving paper.

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