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Fwd: 2013 MEG fellowship available
by Gary Green 21 Dec '12

21 Dec '12

To all members of the international MEG community: The Cleveland Clinic is currently requesting applications for a 2013 Clinical MEG Fellowship. Our MEG laboratory carries out 15 - 20 clinical MEG studies per month and is an ideal training program for those who wish to become proficient in magnetoencephalography. Our strong research program, with multiple NIH supported grants, supplements the clinical program and enables fellows to also engage in research and to establish a publication track record during their fellowship. Please review the attached flyer about our fellowship program, and reply to me if you are interested. Richard C. Burgess, MD, PhD Director, Magnetoencephalography Laboratory Cleveland Clinic Epilepsy Center burgesr(a)ccf.org <mailto:burgesr@ccf.org>

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Fwd: PhD studentship opportunities at the University of Manchester
by Gary Green 16 Dec '12

16 Dec '12

fyi --------------------- Hi there, Here are two PhD studentship opportunities at the University of Manchester that may be of interest, one using EEG and one using fMRI. Using the pain feedback related negativity to investigate placebo analgesia http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=42097 Dopaminergic and serotonergic influences on instrumental action selection and Pavlovian-instrumental transfer (PIT) http://www.findaphd.com/search/ProjectDetails.aspx?PJID=42099&LID=1033 Please feel free to contact me for further details: deborah.talmi(a)manchester.ac.uk Thank you. Deborah

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Fwd: PhD studentship opportunity
by Gary Green 16 Dec '12

16 Dec '12

fyi ------------------------------ Dear all, Please see the advert below which details a PhD studentship opportunity at Hull-York Medical School: Applications can be made through jobs.ac.uk: http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/AFP251/phd-studentships/ The information below is copied from that posting. Enquiries should be made to the 1st supervisor Dr Aziz Ashgar (aziz.asghar(a)hyms.ac.uk <mailto:aziz.asghar@hyms.ac.uk>). Best regards, Will McGeown PhD Studentships Measurement and analysis of brain signals using ambulatory electroencephalography (EEG) *University of Hull* -Hull York Medical School To celebrate the University's research successes, the University of Hull is offering eight UK/EU PhD Scholarships, or International Fees Bursaries *for candidates with a 1^st , 2(i), or equivalent, applying for the advertised projects in the Hull York Medical School* *Closing date 11th January 2013.* Studentships will start in September 2013 *Primary Supervisors:* Dr Aziz Asghar (aziz.asghar(a)hyms.ac.uk <mailto:aziz.asghar@hyms.ac.uk> 01482 463074 ) *Co Supervisor:* Dr Heidi Baseler (heidi.baseler(a)hyms.ac.uk <mailto:heidi.baseler@hyms.ac.uk>, 01904 322862), Centre for Neuroscience, Hull York Medical School. *Advisors:* Dr Antony Wilkinson (A.J.Wilkinson(a)hull.ac.uk <mailto:A.J.Wilkinson@hull.ac.uk>) & Mr Anthony Bateson (A.D.Bateson(a)hull.ac.uk <mailto:A.D.Bateson@hull.ac.uk> ), Department of Engineering, University of Hull. Dr Will McGeown (W.McGeown(a)hull.ac.uk <mailto:W.McGeown@hull.ac.uk> ), Department of Psychology, University of Hull. The electrical activity of the human brain can be recorded on the scalp surface using electroencephalography (EEG). Spectral analysis of EEG recordings shows that brain activity is rhythmic, occurring at various frequencies including theta, alpha, beta and gamma bands with each being associated with particular biological functions. One major application of EEG is to aid the diagnosis of epilepsy and other neurological conditions. EEG is mainly performed using relatively expensive equipment located within specialised centres with participants placed in static positions, all of which place limitations on its wider clinical and research applications. Although ambulatory EEG systems are available they do not provide real-time data visualisation and signal processing analysis which is subsequently undertaken after the completion of the ambulatory recording. In conjunction with the Department of Engineering, an inexpensive and portable EEG system has been developed that enables convenient recording of the EEG and allows data to be displayed in real-time. The project will aim to identify and overcome obstacles in the acquisition and signal processing of ambulatory EEG data recorded for up to 72 hours in participants undergoing their normal daily activities. A specific part of the challenge will be in the development and utilization of software analysis tools that enable processing of the ambulatory EEG, including noise reduction and advanced signal processing algorithms. Since the portable system can simultaneously record the electrical activity of the heart (ECG) and muscles (EMG), the project will determine if there are any cross-correlations with the ambulatory EEG signals. The initial phase of the project will involve healthy participants, with a subsequent objective being to recruit participants with neurological conditions e.g. epilepsy and dementia. Our hypothesis is that the ambulatory EEG will show differences between patients and healthy participants over the recording period. The studentship will provide an exciting and unique opportunity to receive training across a number of academic disciplines including neuroscience, computing science and medical engineering. This project would suit a student with knowledge and experience in neuroscience and electronic/systems engineering, and computing. The student would interact with the telehealth research group, a team which includes neuroscientists, psychologists, clinicians, computer scientists, sports scientists and engineers, who have as one objective to collectively undertake research studies using locally developed systems that are inexpensive, comfortable, and enable convenient recording and signal processing analysis of biological signals. In order to qualify for this scholarship you will require a 2.1 in a relevant subject. To apply for this post please click *'Apply Online'* below. A full-time UK/EU PhD Scholarship will include fees at the 'home/EU' student rate and maintenance (*£13,590* in 2013/14, subject to final confirmation) for three years, depending on satisfactory progress. Full-time International Fee PhD Studentships will include full fees at the International student rate for three years, dependant on satisfactory progress, but no living expenses. PhD students at HYMS have access to PGTS modules at the Universities of Hull and York for research modules and transferable skills development and gain a Masters level Certificate, or Diploma, in Research Training, in addition to their research degree. *Successful applicants will be informed of the award by 29^th March 2013.* --------------------------------------------- Dr William McGeown Department of Psychology, Room 162 Fenner, University of Hull. Cottingham Road, Hull. HU6 7RX. Email: w.mcgeown(a)hull.ac.uk Webpage: http://www2.hull.ac.uk/science/psychology/our_staff/academics/william_mcgeo…

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Fwd: PhD or PostDoc in Multisensory Integration & Learning; University of Birmingham, UK
by Gary Green 16 Dec '12

16 Dec '12

fyi ---------------- PhD and PostDoc positions in Multisensory Integration & Learning; University of Birmingham, UK In our natural dynamic environment we are constantly bombarded with many different sensory signals. How does the human brain integrate information from multiple senses to form a coherent percept and interact effectively with our environment? To study the neural mechanisms underlying multisensory integration and learning in humans, we combine psychophysics and functional imaging (fMRI, EEG/MEG & concurrent TMS-fMRI). Effective connectivity analyses (e.g. Dynamic Causal Modelling) are used to investigate how information is integrated from the senses through distinct interactions amongst brain regions. To provide a more informed perspective on the computational mechanisms, we combine functional imaging with models of Bayesian inference and learning. The Computational Cognitive Neuroimaging Group (Prof Uta Noppeney) is seeking enthusiastic PhD and PostDoc candidates with a strong quantitative background. Applicants should have a background in neuroscience, psychology, computer science, physics, medicine or related areas. Prior experience in functional imaging, MatLab, data analysis and/or machine learning would be an advantage. The Computational Cognitive Neuroimaging lab is based at the Computational Neuroscience and Cognitive Robotics Centre and the Department of Psychology at the University of Birmingham, UK. The centre provides an excellent multidisciplinary, interactive and collaborative research environment combining expertise in cognitive neuroimaging, psychophysics and computational neuroscience. The psychology department was rated 3rd in the UK research assessment exercise. Applications will be considered until the positions are filled. Starting dates are flexible. For further information, please contact u.nopppeney(a)bham.ac.uk <mailto:u.nopppeney@bham.ac.uk> or see http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/cncr/index.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/psychology/index.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/behavioural-neuro/comp-cog-ne… If interested, please send application including CV, statement of research interests, and the names and full contact details of two referees to: u.nopppeney(a)bham.ac.uk <mailto:u.nopppeney@bham.ac.uk>

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Fwd: Post-Doctoral position in brain imaging and computational morphometry – University of Geneva
by Gary Green 16 Dec '12

16 Dec '12

fyi Post-Doctoral applications are invited in the newly established Brain and Language Lab at the Department of Clinical Neuroscience at the University of Geneva, in collaboration with the Swiss Institute of Technology (EPFL) in Lausanne, Switzerland. Projects will include the development of new data-driven computational morphometry methods for analysis of structural magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data, and application of these to large datasets in the context of normal variability, disease, and expertise. Candidates should have a degree in Biomedical Engineering, Computational Neuroscience, or a related field with a strong mathematical and computational background. Ideally they should have experience in brain image analysis, pattern recognition, machine learning, statistics as well as excellent programming skills. We offer a competitive starting salary of 68, 964 CHF/year, or more depending on experience. The position is available immediately, and applications will be considered until the position is filled. Informal inquiries can be addressed to Narly Golestani (Narly.Golestani(a)unige.ch). Applications including a CV, a statement of research interests, and the names and full contact details of three referees should be sent to: Narly.Golestani(a)unige.ch.

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Fwd: Assistant Professorship - University of Tennessee Health Science Center
by Gary Green 14 Dec '12

14 Dec '12

FYI > Applications are invited for an Assistant Professor opening in early > 2013, at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Department > of Pediatrics- Division of Clinical Neurosciences. > > > The successful applicant will be based at Le Bonheur Children’s > Hospital Neuroscience Institute, and primarily engaged in neuroscience > research projects employing MEG, TMS, High Density EEG and fMRI. > > Requirements for a successful applicant include spoken and written > proficiency in English; a PhD (or equivalent degree) in neuroscience, > cognitive sciences or a related field, substantial experience in > signal processing (e.g. time-frequency analysis, source estimation > techniques and connectivity analysis). Strong computer programming > skills (e.g., MATLAB) are also desired. > > The successful applicant will be presented with research opportunities > involving the application of MEG, TMS, HD-EEG and fMRI in both basic > (normative) and clinical (extra-operative direct cortical recordings > and stimulation mapping) neuroscience projects. In addition, there > will also be opportunity to engage in clinical MEG practice, with > emphasis on presurgical source localization (identification for the > epileptogenic zone and functional mapping) in pediatric epilepsy > patients. The applicant may choose to be involved in ongoing projects > supported mainly by intramural funds but new projects reflecting > his/her interests can be initiated. > > More information can be found at > http://www.uthsc.edu/pediatrics/neurosciences/ > > Interested applicants should forward a CV with full publication list > to Dr. Andrew Papanicolaou (apapanic(a)uthsc.edu > <mailto:apapanic@uthsc.edu>). >

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Reminder: MEG research group meeting
by Markus van Ackeren 12 Dec '12

12 Dec '12

Hi everyone, This is to remind you about the upcoming MEG research group meeting on *Thursday, 13th at 12.00 in C003.* As announced, Andrew will tell us about /source space simulation and its application to beamforming and connectivity/. Hope to see you all tomorrow. With best wishes, Markus

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'Tis the Season...
by Emma Holmes 11 Dec '12

11 Dec '12

Dear all, Hope you're looking forward to the Christmas Party! The festivities will begin on Thursday at 7:15 pm. The bar will be open and your first drink is on the house! We'll also be giving out raffle tickets for a free prize draw! We'll sit down for dinner around 8-8:15pm. I've attached your menu choices to this email. Be sure to remind yourself of what you ordered as you'll be expected to remember when the food is brought around. After dinner, there will be a disco at the hotel until midnight. If you're unsure of where the Churchill Hotel is, here's the link on Google Maps: https://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=the+churchill+york <https://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=the+churchill+york&oe=utf-8&aq=t&rls=org.m ozilla:en-GB:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hl=en&sa=N&tab=wl> &oe=utf-8&aq=t&rls=org.mozilla:en-GB:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8 &hl=en&sa=N&tab=wl The hotel mentioned that taxi companies are often busy around this time of year. Therefore, they advise that if you know what time you will be leaving, it's a good idea to book a taxi in advance. All you need to bring is money for extra drinks/a taxi home (optional), yourself, and lots of festive cheer! Christmas wishes, Emma On behalf of the ECR _________________________________________________ Emma Holmes PhD Student Room B001b, Department of Psychology University of York, Heslington, York YO10 5DD, United Kingdom. Email: e.holmes(a)psych.york.ac.uk Tel: 01904 322879

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YNiC seminar postponed
by rem 11 Dec '12

11 Dec '12

Dear Users The project proposal presentations that were to take place this week have been postponed until January 17th. There will not be a YNiC seminar on 10th January because the majority of staff will be attending the MEG UK meeting in Cambridge. 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: Two MRC-funded PhD studentships in Affective Neuroscience
by Gary Green 09 Dec '12

09 Dec '12

FYI The School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences at the University of Reading invites applications for 2 prestigious 3-year Medical Research Council PhD Studentships for research on lifespan change and/or development of affective regulation and disturbance, for an October 2013 start. Deadline for brief applications is Monday the 10th of December The School has a thriving research community with more than 30 academic staff, and over 60 PhD students. Its international reputation for research is underpinned by expertise in child development, psychology over the lifespan, and the neuroscience of health and disease. Further information on the research undertaken within the School is available on our website at: http://www.reading.ac.uk/pcls/research/pcls-research.aspx Incorporating the Winnicott Research Unit, the Berkshire Child Anxiety Clinic, and the Charlie Waller Institute of Evidence Based Psychological Treatments, the School provides outstanding facilities and leading international expertise in clinical and developmental psychopathology. The School's Centre for Integrative Neuroscience and Neurodynamics includes research-dedicated facilities for MRI, EEG, TMS and psychophysiology and houses an interdisciplinary team in Affective Neuroscience and Psychopathology that bridges the disciplines of Clinical Psychology and Neuroscience. Successful candidates will have an undergraduate and/or masters degree in Psychology or related discipline (First class or 2i degree, or those expecting to graduate with these degrees), and outstanding research potential. Applicants should send: a CV and a 200 word (maximum) summary of their research interests, by Monday 10th December 2012, to: Dr Claire Williams (School Director of Research Students) School of Psychology& Clinical Language Sciences University of Reading, P.O. Box 224 Whiteknights, Reading, RG6 6AL email: PostgradPsyCLS(a)reading.ac.uk

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Fwd: Position for a PhD student in behavioral and imaging genetics
by Gary Green 09 Dec '12

09 Dec '12

FYI The collaborative research center DFG-SFB-TR58 “Fear, Anxiety, Anxiety Disorders” (Münster, Würzburg, Hamburg) is opening a 3.5-year position for a PhD student (E13, starting January or later) to work on the genetic and neural mechanisms of context conditioning and extinction. The project will be conducted at the Institute for Systems Neuroscience in Hamburg (supervisors: C. Büchel, R. Kalisch) in close collaboration with the Unit for Molecular Psychiatry in Würzburg (supervisor: A. Reif). Methods used are fMRI, psychophysiology, behavioral and personality testing, and genetics. The position offers a great opportunity to work in a young, dynamic research team within one of Germany’s top systems neuroscience sites and to integrate into the German fear and anxiety research community. The SFB and local graduate programs offer attractive interdisciplinary training curricula. Applicants should have a graduation in neuroscience, cognitive science, psychology, biology or related subjects. For further information, please contact Raffael Kalisch (rkalisch(a)uke.de <mailto:rkalisch@uke.de>).

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Fwd: Postdoc Position at Duke
by Gary Green 09 Dec '12

09 Dec '12

FYI *Postdoctoral Position in Egner Lab, Duke University* We are seeking applications for a postdoctoral position in the Egner Lab in the Center for Cognitive Neuroscience at Duke University. We are primarily studying the neural mechanisms of cognitive control and predictive coding, using behavioral/modeling, fMRI and TMS approaches (see http://sites.google.com/site/egnerlab/). The position is NIH-funded, full-time, and starts in April 2013 (though later dates are possible). The initial contract will be for 1 year but can be renewed for up to three years. The successful candidate will have a strong background and publication record in cognitive neuroscience, and research interests that closely overlap with those of the lab. Programming skills and expertise in fMRI are prerequisites; experience with TMS and computational modeling are desirable. For inquiries and applications (CV, research interest statement, and contact information for three references), please email Tobias Egner at tobias.egner(a)duke.edu <mailto:tobias.egner@duke.edu>. -- Tobias Egner, Ph.D Assistant Professor Dept. of Psychology & Neuroscience Center for Cognitive Neuroscience Duke University LSRC, Box 90999 Durham, NC 27708 Phone: (+1) 919-684-1049 http://sites.google.com/site/egnerlab/

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Fwd: PhD position on neural networks of emotion-cognition interaction in subclinical schizotypy at RWTH Aachen, Germany
by Gary Green 09 Dec '12

09 Dec '12

FYI ------------------------------------- The Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatic Medicine, RWTH Aachen University, Germany invites applications for a PhD position in a third party funded project on "neural networks of emotion-cognition interaction in subclinical schizotypy". Applicants should have a master's degree in psychology, neuroscience or related fields and a strong interest and relevant experience in relevant research areas and methods. The applicant is expected to conduct and analyse a fMRI-study under supervision of Dr. Katharina Pauly and Prof. Dr. Ute Habel. Applicants must have a good working(?) knowledge of spoken and written English. Knowledge of German is advantageous. Comensuration is according to German federal regulations (TV-L 13 ½). The appointment is limited to 2 years. The Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatic Medicine houses a training program for doctoral students in a network comprising the neuroscience research at RWTH Aachen University, the Research Center Jülich in Germany (JARA-Brain, www.jara.org/jara-brain) and the University of Pennsylvania (USA). The RWTH aims to increase the number of women in areas in which they are underrepresented, thus women are strongly encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. For further information please see: www.rwth-aachen.de/equality or www.rwth-aachen.de/disabilities Please send applications including CV, cover letter and a 1-page letter of motivation to uhabel(a)ukaachen.de <mailto:uhabel@ukaachen.de>. Informal enquiries may be made to Prof. Dr. U. Habel (uhabel(a)ukaachen.de <mailto:uhabel@ukaachen.de>) __________________________________________________________________________ Dr.rer.medic. Nils Kohn, Dipl.-Psych. Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychosomatic Medicine RWTH Aachen University Pauwelsstraße 30 D 52074 Aachen Phone: +49241-8035499

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YNiC seminar today (C003)
by rem 06 Dec '12

06 Dec '12

Dear Users A reminder that the MSc CN project circus will take place today from 4.15 pm in C003 (Psychology). 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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MEG research group meeting rescheduled
by Markus van Ackeren 04 Dec '12

04 Dec '12

Hi everyone, With the upcoming project circus on Thursday, I think that it would be a good idea to reschedule the next MEG research group meeting to *Thursday, 13th at 12.00 in C003*. Andrew Quinn will tell us about his progress on/source space simulations and its application to beamforming and connectivity./ Hope to see you all on Thursday next week. With best wishes, Markus

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Postdoc opportunity
by Gary Green 03 Dec '12

03 Dec '12

Society in Science – The Branco Weiss Fellowship is a unique postdoctoral programme. It provides young researchers around the world with a generous personal research grant, giving them the freedom to work on whatever topic they choose anywhere in the world, for a maximum duration of five years. This research fellowship is designed to support postdoctoral researchers after their PhD and before their first faculty appointment. Those in current postdoctoral positions are also eligible. It is expected that fellows pursue unconventional projects in new areas of science, engineering and social science fields involving societal aspects. The Society in Science fellowship program was initiated and financed by the Swiss entrepreneur Dr. Branco Weiss, who passed away in October 2010. The program belongs to the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETH). Candidates that present an unusual research project that departs from the mainstream and that have a remarkable track record will be short-listed and could emerge from the annual selection process with an award for the prestigious grant. Simply apply with a groundbreaking research idea to secure financial support for up to five years, working at an academic institution of your choice anywhere in the world. http://www.society-in-science.org/ closing date 01-02-2013 --------------- Gary Green York Neuroimaging Centre 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. Maria Preston : +44 (0) 1904 435329 fax +44 (0) 1904 435356 mobile +44 (0) 788 191 3004

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Fwd: [AMLaP-list] IMPRS PhD fellowship positions 2013 -- call for applications now open
by Silvia Gennari 03 Dec '12

03 Dec '12

The International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) for Language Sciences is recruiting to fill 4 PhD fellowship positions. The call for applications is now open. The deadline for applications is Tuesday, 15 January 2013. Start dates for the successful candidates will be 1 September 2013. You will find all proper information at: http://www.mpi.nl/people/vacancies/phd-fellowship Kind regards, Els den Os IMPRS for Language Sciences Coordinator More information: http://www.mpi.nl/education/imprs-for-language-sciences imprs(a)mpi.nl

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Fwd: PhD position available, Berlin, Germany
by Gary Green 03 Dec '12

03 Dec '12

FYI Gary Green ------------------------ - for clarification, native-like German language Am 27.11.12 17:21 schrieb "Witte, Veronica" unter <Veronica.Witte(a)CHARITE.DE>: > >We are seeking a PhD student to work at the Department of Neurology, >Charité Berlin. Due to neuropsychological testings, native >German-speaking is required. If interested, please visit: >http://www.charite.de/charite/organisation/karriere/stellenboerse/angebot/ >detailinfo/wissenschaftl_mitarbeiterin_naturwissenschaftlerin_dm18812/ > > > >--- >Dr. Veronica Witte, Dipl.-Biol. >Nachwuchsgruppenleitung, NeuroCure >Klinik und Poliklinik für Neurologie >Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin >Charitéplatz 1 >10117 Berlin >Email: veronica.witte(a)charite.de > > >

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Fwd: PhD student position at Research Imaging Centre, CAMH, Toronto
by Gary Green 03 Dec '12

03 Dec '12

FYI Gary Green ----------------- The Research Imaging Centre within the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is presently seeking PhD student interested in Neuroimaging research directed to the identification of biomarkers for Alzheimer’s disease. CAMH is a teaching hospital fully affiliated to University of Toronto. The Research Imaging Centre at CAMH was established 20 years ago and has been a world leader in in Positron Emission Tomography. The Centre was expanded in 2011 to include a new magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) suite and now houses a PET scanner facility, a MRI scanner suite and a fully equipped radiochemistry. Applicants should have recently received a masters degree in a specialty related to neuroscience and has experience in neuroimaging and interacting with clinical population. The successful candidate will assist in clinical assessments and analyse PET and MRI images. Preferred candidates will have significant experience in multimodal imaging modalities namely PET, structural and functional MRI. Applicants may submit an electronic copy of their CV along with a cover letter describing their research experience and interests addressed to: Dr. Romina Mizrahi Research Imaging Centre Centre for Addiction and Mental Health 250, College Street Toronto, ON M5T 1R8 Please send your emails to Dr. Naren Rao naren.rao(a)camhpet.ca

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Fwd: Job Announcement: Junior Professorship in Model-Based Cognitive Neuroscience in Berlin
by Gary Green 03 Dec '12

03 Dec '12

FYI Gary Green ============================== Freie Universität Berlin Department of Education and Psychology Institute of Psychology invites applications for a Junior Professorship in Model-Based Cognitive Neuroscience The successful applicant will conduct research and teach in the area named above. Appointment requirements are governed by article 102a of the Berlin Higher Education Act (/Berliner Hochschulgesetz/). Candidates should have an innovative research program in the area of model-based cognitive neuroscience. The appointee will have an outstanding track record of university teaching and research using a combination of functional neuroimaging (fMRI, EEG) and formal models of cognitive processes, preferably with significant international experience. Applicants should have a strong publication record in international journals and should be familiar with grant-sponsored research. Teaching responsibilities will primarily include courses for students enrolled in the Social, Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience master’s program, while the appointee’s research should focus on Model-Based Cognitive Neuroscience. Active involvement is expected within the Institute’s collaborative research projects. The successful candidate will be appointed as a civil servant for an initial duration of three years. Provided that her or his performance is thereafter evaluated positively, employment may be extended for three more years. Applications quoting the *reference code 12-101/2012* must be received no later than *13.12.2012* at Freie Universität Berlin Fachbereich Erziehungswissenschaft und Psychologie Dekanat - Frau Gips Postfach Ewi 1 Habelschwerdter Allee 45 14195 Berlin, Germany or preferentially via e-mail at deanfb12(a)zedat.fu-berlin.de <mailto:deanfb12@zedat.fu-berlin.de> Application guidelines and general information on the appointment procedure as well as requirements for junior professorships at Freie Universität Berlin can be found at www.fu-berlin.de/praesidialamt <http://www.fu-berlin.de/praesidialamt>. For additional details, please visit www.fu-berlin.de <http://www.fu-berlin.de> and www.ewi-psy.fu-berlin.de <http://www.ewi-psy.fu-berlin.de>.

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Fwd: JOB ANNOUNCEMENT (Hamburg, Germany)
by Gary Green 03 Dec '12

03 Dec '12

FYI Gary Green ---------------- Postdoc Position (E13) in imaging neuroscience of learning and memory. We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral Research Associate to work at the Institute of Systems Neuroscience at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (head Prof. Büchel). The position is located in the research group “Memory and Decision Making” headed by Tobias Sommer (http://www.uke.de/institute/systemische-neurowissenschaften/index_68339.php) and is funded by a collaborative grant with Nico Bunzeck. The project will investigate the functional significance of ventral striatal activity during recognition memory using fMRI and univariate as well as multivariate but also pharmacological approaches. The position is funded by the German research foundation (DFG) and is initially available for 2 years with a possible extension. Salary will be according to German Public service regulations (E13). Candidates should have a Ph.D. (or equivalent) in psychology, biology, neuroscience or a related field. Furthermore, they should be familiar with fMRI and have a strong background in neuroscience of learning and memory. Programming skills (preferably Matlab) are advantageous. The Institute of Systems Neuroscience provides an excellent multidisciplinary and interactive neuroimaging environment with its own physics, psychology and clinical neuroscience groups as well as a research dedicated 3T MR scanner. The position is available immediately and applications will be considered until the position is filled. Candidates should submit a CV, names of two references and a brief statement of research interests by e-mail to Dr. Tobias Sommer at tsommer(a)uke.de <mailto:tsommer@uke.de> For questions or informal inquiries about the position please contact me via email: tsommer(a)uke.de <mailto:tsommer@uke.de>

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Fwd: SFB-PhD position (Hamburg, Germany)
by Gary Green 03 Dec '12

03 Dec '12

FYI Gary Green -------------------------- The collaborative research center DFG-SFB-TR58 “Fear, Anxiety, Anxiety Disorders” (Münster, Würzburg, Hamburg) is opening a 3.5-year position for a PhD student (E13, starting January or later) to work on the genetic and neural mechanisms of context conditioning and extinction. The project will be conducted at the Institute for Systems Neuroscience at University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (supervisors: C. Büchel, R. Kalisch) in close collaboration with the Unit for Molecular Psychiatry in Würzburg (supervisor: A. Reif). Methods used are fMRI, psychophysiology, behavioral and personality testing, and genetics. The position offers a great opportunity to work in a young, dynamic research team within one of Germany’s top systems neuroscience sites and to integrate into the German fear and anxiety research community. The SFB and local graduate programs offer attractive interdisciplinary training curricula. Applicants should have a graduation in neuroscience, cognitive science, psychology, biology or related subjects. For further information, please contact Raffael Kalisch (rkalisch(a)uke.de <mailto:rkalisch@uke.de>).

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YNiC seminar 6th December (in C003)
by rem 03 Dec '12

03 Dec '12

Dear Users This Thursday the MSc CN project circus will take place from 4.15 pm in C003 (Psychology). Please see below for a list of projects and supervisors. Best wishes Rebecca Supervisor Title technique 16.15-16.22 Gary Green Consistent connectivity MEG 16.22-16.29 Pat Johnston MEG responses to the predictable and unpredictable occurrence of faces MEG 16.29-16.36 Gareth Gaskell Sleep, salience and emotional memory consolidation Sleep, EEG 16.36-16.43 Silke Goebel Arithmetic networks in dyslexia and dyscalculia fMRI 16.43-16.50 Beth Jefferies Semantic control vs. representation in the temporal lobe: Effects of TMS on dissociable aspects of semantic cognition TMS 16.50-16.57 Andy Young Involvement of superior temporal sulcus in decoding social signals from faces fMRI 16.57-17.04 Heidi Baseler The neural basis of peripheral visual sensitivity in deaf and hearing participants fMRI 17.04-17.11 Shirley-Ann Rueschemeier The neural dynamics of understanding misunderstanding: An EEG study EEG 17.11-17.18 Sven Mattys Effects of visual distraction on speech perception fMRI 17.18-17.25 Shirley-Ann Rueschemeier Cortical dynamics during speech act processing: An fMRI study on indirect replies fMRI 17.25-17.32 Mark Hymers TMS investigation of the Asymmetric Sampling in Time Hypothesis TMS 17.32-17.39 Tim Andrews Are 'face' regions in human visual cortex selective for faces or for perceptual expertise? fMRI -- ************************************************************************ 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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YNiC seminar today
by rem 29 Nov '12

29 Nov '12

Dear Users Today (starting 4.30 pm in YNiC open plan) there will the final MSc 2011/2012 project outcome talk given by James Davey. The title of James' talk is "Investigating the overlap for tool representation and semantic control in pMTG". Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be provided 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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YNiC seminar 29th November
by Rebecca E Millman 26 Nov '12

26 Nov '12

Dear Users This Thursday (starting 4.30 pm in YNiC open plan) there will the final MSc 2011/2012 project outcome talk given by James Davey. The title of James' talk is "Investigating the overlap for tool representation and semantic control in pMTG". Everyone is welcome to attend and refreshments will be provided afterwards. Best wishes Rebecca -- Dr. Rebecca E. Millman York Neuroimaging Centre The Biocentre York Science Park York YO10 5DG Email: rem(a)ynic.york.ac.uk Tel: 01904 435 5373

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