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Fwd: ECR wine tasting event
by Katya Krieger-Redwood 16 May '13

16 May '13

Hello everyone, Just a reminder about the Wine Tasting Event that will take place next week on *Wednesday 22nd May from 17:30 in room C003.* Please be sure to sign up and put £3 into the honesty box in the staff room by the *end of tomorrow (Friday 17th May)*. Look forward to seeing you there! the ECR forum On 8 May 2013 15:27, Adele Goman <ag561(a)york.ac.uk> wrote: > Dear all, > > The Early Career Researcher’s Forum has organised a wine tasting event. > There will be the opportunity to try different wines, learn some > interesting facts about wine and take part in a wine-themed quiz. > > The event will take place on *Wednesday 22nd May from 17:30 in room C003.* > > There is a small charge for this event (£3) which you can pay into the > honesty box in the staff room (don’t forget to also write your name on the > sign up sheet in there). Please note, in order to cater appropriately for > this event we are asking for people to sign up (and pay) *by Friday 17thMay > *. > > Hope to see you there. > > Adele > > On behalf of the ECR > > -- > Adele Goman > PhD student > > Room B001b > Department of Psychology > University of York > YO10 5DD > > Email: ag561(a)york.ac.uk > Tel: 01904 322879 >

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Fwd: Post-doc in in quantitative imaging
by Gary Green 13 May '13

13 May '13

*Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital Rome, Italy Post-doc in quantitative imaging* *Period of appointment*: The role is full-time and fixed term for a duration of 12 months. A renewal for extra 12 months will also be possible. We are seeking a researcher at post-doc level with a strong interest in the development of neuroimaging methodology. The post-holder will work on a pediatric neuroimaging project which aims to develop novel MRI data acquisition and analysis strategies (on 3T Skyra and 1.5 T Achieva) based around BOLD FMRI and ASL measurement of cerebral blood flow (CBF). The post-holder will be expected to test these new methods in volunteers and in specific groups of neurological pediatric patients in collaboration with clinical colleagues. Applicants should have a first degree in the physical or engineering sciences and a relevant PhD. The ability to communicate well with scientific colleagues and participants in our experiments is also important. Candidates should have a good understanding of MRI sequences whereas having experience in pulse programming in Siemens and/or Philips platforms would be ideal but not essential. A strong background in computer programming (C++, Matlab) is required. The candidate will be asked to have a track record of publication in scientific journals and be able to demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills. Potential applicants are encouraged to contact Dr Vittorio Cannatà (vittorio.cannata(a)opbg.net) and Dr Antonio Napolitano (antonio.napolitano(a)opbg.net) to send the application (CV and 2 reference letters) or, before submitting a formal application, to find out more about the role.

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Thoughtful and sobering read
by Philip Quinlan 12 May '13

12 May '13

http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.neuroimage.2012.07.004 ******************************************************************** Philip Quinlan E-Mail: philip.quinlan(a)york.ac.uk Department of Psychology FAX: (01904) 323181 The University of York Tel: (01904) 320000 Ext. 3135 Heslington Direct : (01904) 323135 York YO10 5DD U.K. ********************************************************************

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Fwd: Postdoctoral Position at Boston/Children’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School
by Gary Green 10 May '13

10 May '13

*Postdoctoral Position at Boston/Children’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School * The Gaab Labhttp://childrenshospital.org/research/gaablab and (babymri.org) <http://www.babymri.org)>) at the Laboratories of Cognitive Neuroscience at Boston Children’s Hospital (Developmental Medicine Center) invites applications for a NIH funded post-doctoral associate in the area of developmental cognitive neuroscience/pediatric fMRI. Available resources include a 3.0T MRI scanner, a child-friendly Mock scanner and analysis platforms based in MATLAB/UNIX. The candidate will be expected to oversee pediatric and infant (f)MRI experiments, analyze behavioral and fMRI data, prepare manuscripts for publication, and participate in conferences. The NIH and foundation funded projects will focus on language processing in autism, neural and behavioral pre-markers of developmental dyslexia in infants and pre-reading children as well as typical reading and language development throughout childhood. The successful applicant should have a doctoral degree in a field related to developmental cognitive neuroscience (e.g., cognitive neuroscience, neuroscience, psychology, developmental psychology, medicine). Individuals with a background in electrical engineering, biomedical engineering or computer science will also be considered. The successful applicant must possess excellent English verbal and written communication skills. Applicants are expected to have a very strong research background in the design and statistical analysis of functional brain-imaging experiments. Experience with one of the fMRI analyses programs (SPM, FSL, Freesurfer) a must. Programming skills (MATLAB, C++; Python) are desirable and experience with MVPA or connectivity analyses a plus. Experience with pediatric functional neuroimaging and language and reading research are useful. Approximate start date is Summer/Early Fall 2013 (the earlier the better). Successful applicants will be appointed at Children’s Hospital Boston and Harvard Medical School. For consideration please send a statement of interest, a CV and a list of three potential referees via email to Nadine Gaab, PhD (nadine.gaab(a)childrens.harvard.edu <mailto:nadine.gaab@childrens.harvard.edu>). The search will continue until the position is filled. -- /"If we knew what it was we were doing, it would not be called research, would it?" A. Einstein (1879-1955)/// /Nadine Gaab, PhD/// /Assistant Professor of Pediatrics/// /Harvard Medical School / // /Faculty Affiliate/ /Program in Neuroscience, Harvard Medical School / // /Member of the Faculty of Education/// /Harvard Graduate School of Education/// // /Children's Hospital Boston Department of Medicine/////Division of Developmental Medicine/// /Laboratories of Cognitive Neuroscience 1 Autumn Street (Office 643) Boston, MA 02115/// /nadine.gaab(a)childrens.harvard.edu <mailto:nadine.gaab@childrens.harvard.edu>/// /phone: (857)-218-3021/// /Main Lab: 617-355-0400/// /fax: 617-730-0518/// /http://www.childrenshospital.org/research/gaablab/// ///www.babymri.org <http://www.babymri.org/>///

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re: YNiC Downtime 6am-9am Friday 10th May
by Gary Green 10 May '13

10 May '13

Dear all, In order to perform a small number of server software upgrades, YNiC desktops, remote desktop service and cluster will be unavailable from 6am until 9am on Friday 10th May. We anticipate the work will take around 1.5 hours but have scheduled more time than necessary to ensure that we do not run over into the working day. These updates are necessary to solve some intermittent file access issues which have been seen. Gary --------------- 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. Claire Fox : +44 (0) 1904 435329 Claire,Fox(a)ynic.york.ac.uk fax +44 (0) 1904 435356 mobile +44 (0) 788 191 3004

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Fwd: Full-time Research Assistant/Lab Manager Position in the DSCN Lab at UMD
by Gary Green 09 May '13

09 May '13

Developmental Social Cognitive Neuroscience Lab manager/Research Assistant Position Psychology Department University of Maryland, College Park The University of Maryland Developmental Social Cognitive Neuroscience Lab directed by Dr. Elizabeth Redcay (www.dscn.umd.edu) is seeking a full-time lab manager starting this summer 2013. The DSCN lab investigates the neural and cognitive bases of social communication (e.g., joint attention, theory of mind) in typical individuals and individuals with autism. The methods used include functional and structural MRI as well as behavioral measures with adults and children (infancy through adolescence). This is an excellent position for anyone who would like to pursue graduate work in developmental, cognitive, and/or clinical neuroscience. We encourage applicants with a background in psychology, cognitive science, computer science, engineering, or related fields to apply. Responsibilities will include data collection and analyses of MRI and behavioral studies with infants, children and adults and development and maintenance of lab imaging analysis and stimulus presentation scripts. Additionally, the lab manager will supervise undergraduate research assistants, manage IRB protocols, and be responsible for general lab upkeep. The position will involve MRI operator training on the 3T Siemens scanner on UMD campus. There may be opportunities for presenting data at conferences and co-authoring publications. Experience with matlab (and other programming languages), neuroimaging analysis software (e.g., AFNI, SPM, FSL, Freesurfer), and linux is preferred. Applicants must have strong organizational and interpersonal skills and must enjoy working with children. Salary will be competitive commensurate with experience and includes health benefits. Application review will begin immediately. This is a 1-year position with the possibility of renewal. To apply please email your application to Brieana Viscomi (dscn.umd(a)gmail.com). Application materials should include a cover letter detailing qualifications and interest, CV (with GPA), relevant coursework or transcript, and (at least) 2 references who can provide letters upon request. Send materials to: dscn.umd(a)gmail.com Contact Name: Brieana Viscomi Contact Email: dscn.umd(a)gmail.com Contact Website: www.dscn.umd.edu

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Fwd: Research Associate or Senior Research Associate: MR Data Analysis Scientist
by Gary Green 09 May '13

09 May '13

On behalf of Dr Nikolaus Weiskopf, I am distributing the following job ad: A postdoctoral position for an expert in MR data analysis is available within the Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging (WTCN), UCL Institute of Neurology. The Centre conducts cutting-edge research by means of functional and structural brain imaging, and is equipped with three 3 T MRI scanners (Siemens Tim Trio with 32-ch head coil), an MEG system (CTF/VSM), and MR compatible EEG and TMS systems. One of the MRI systems will soon be equipped with an optical tracking system for prospective motion correction (Kineticor). We are seeking a highly motivated individual to work within the physics group at the WTCN reporting to Dr Nikolaus Weiskopf, Head of MRI Physics. The group specializes in the development of a broad range of methods, including diffusion, structural and functional imaging, based on understanding the underlying MR physics, to arrive at efficient solutions. Current projects include, but are not limited to, maximizing acquisition efficiency and resolution, artifacts correction, quantitative MRI and neurofeedback techniques (see http://www.fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk/Research/physics.html). The post holder will be expected to support on-going neuroscience research and will pursue individual research into MR image reconstruction, data processing and modeling methods related to the primary projects of the group. Applicants must have a PhD or, if not already held, the PhD must have been obtained by the agreed start-date (Research Associate applicants only), in physics, biomedical engineering, computer science, or a comparable subject. A strong background in MR image processing, modeling and data analysis is essential, as is expertise in programming high-level languages (e.g. C/C++, Matlab). Applicants must be specialists in at least one (for Research Associate) or two (for Senior Research Associate) of the following areas: Siemens MR scanners and software (IDEA, ICE), MR image reconstruction methods, anatomical and/or functional MRI, optimization of MR acquisition protocols, SPM8 / SPM 12 software, pulse sequence programming, DTI or more advanced diffusion imaging processing (e.g., axonal diameter measurements), time-series analysis. Those applying for the Senior Research Associate position will also need to be able to demonstrate an established publication track record and experience of leading a team of researchers. The post is available immediately and is funded by the Wellcome Trust for three years in the first instance. Starting salary in the range of £32,375-£39,132 pa on UCL Grade 7 (Research Associate) or £40,126- £47,441 pa on UCL Grade 8 (Senior Research Associate) including London Allowance, superannuable. You should apply for this post through UCL's online recruitment – http://www.ucl.ac.uk/hr/jobs where you can download a job description and person specification using ref: 1329569. If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact Samantha Robinson, Personnel Officer, Institute of Neurology, (email: IoN.HRAdmin(a)ucl.ac.uk). Informal enquiries to Dr Nikolaus Weiskopf (email: n.weiskopf(a)ucl.ac.uk). Closing date: 3 June 2013 -- Dr. Siawoosh Mohammadi Post Doctoral Research Fellow Wellcome Trust Center for Neuroimaging Institute of Neurology University College London 12 Queen Square London WC1N 3BG United Kingdom Tel. +44-20-344-84368, (internal ext 84368) Fax. +44-20-7813-1420 siawoosh.mohammadi(a)ucl.ac.uk

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No seminar this week
by Gary Green 08 May '13

08 May '13

Dear Users Just a reminder that there is no ynic seminar this week (Thursday the 9th). Gary -- --------------- 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. Claire Fox : +44 (0) 1904 435329 Claire,Fox(a)ynic.york.ac.uk fax +44 (0) 1904 435356 mobile +44 (0) 788 191 3004

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Fwd: Postdocs in Neuroimaging Meta-Analysis at University of Warwick (2nd of 2)
by Gary Green 08 May '13

08 May '13

/This is an announcement for the 2nd of 2 postdoctoral fellows at the University of Warwick in Neuroimaging Meta-Analysis. / https://secure.admin.warwick.ac.uk/webjobs/jobs/research/job9384.html *Research Fellow* *Institute for Digital Healthcare, **Warwick Manufacturing Group,* *Fixed Term Contract for Three Years* Applications are invited for a Research Fellow position with Dr. Thomas Nichols in the Institute for Digital Healthcare in the Warwick Manufacturing Group at the University of Warwick. You will be part of Dr. Nichols' newly awarded Wellcome Trust Senior Research Fellowship in Basic Biomedical Science, a project titled "Transforming Statistical Methodology for Neuroimaging Meta-Analysis". The use of meta-analysis in functional brain imaging is rapidly growing as the discipline has matured and a large and diverse literature has become available. The informatics challenges in this area are immense, as standard current practice is to manually transcribe or, at best, copy-and-paste analysis results into a manuscript. Despite recent advances in automating neuroimaging meta-analysis, the enterprise is hobbled by a lack of standards and methods to keep track of results provenance. You will build informatics tools to minimize errors and information loss in the process in the flow of "Data -> Analysis -> Publication -> Meta-Analysis". These tools will extract the essential data and model details from analysis software and convey that information with the coordinate data in a standard format. You will work closely with the developers of established analysis tools like SPM and FSL, as well as the international committees developing data-sharing standards. You will also be responsible for supporting the implementation, distribution, documentation and support of software arising from Dr. Nichols' group, including novel statistical methods for meta-analytic and other types of data. You will have a strong informatics and, ideally, neuroinformatics background. A statistical background, ideally in developing neuroimaging analysis methods for FMRI and other modalities, or any high-dimensional modelling experience will be highly valued. Relevant experience in other areas of Engineering/Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science and Physics would be considered. You should be able to provide evidence that the quality and quantity of your previous research outputs is commensurate with your level of experience. You will have a strong background in science and mathematics, as well as real experience developing quality software, either commercial or open source. Ideally, you will also have demonstrated project management skills and an in-depth understanding of the following: domain-specific languages, scientific computing, algorithm analysis, and data structures. This post will be supervised by Dr. Nichols and will be expected to work with the various faculty, staff and students involved in Neuroimaging Statistics at the Institute for Digital Healthcare in the Warwick Manufacturing Group and at the Department of Statistics, as well as with international collaborators including Dr. Timothy Johnson at the University of Michigan and Dr. Tor Wager at the University of Colorado. Informal enquires can be addressed to Dr. Nichols (t.e.nichols(a)warwick.ac.uk <mailto:t.e.nichols@warwick.ac.uk>). General information on the Institute can also be obtained from the following webpage http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/wmg/idh Please would all applicants ensure that their referees send a letter of reference by email to Mrs Ruth Shirley, r.e.shirley(a)warwick.ac.uk <mailto:r.e.shirley@warwick.ac.uk> by the closing date. [[See this link for more information: https://secure.admin.warwick.ac.uk/webjobs/jobs/research/job9384.html ]] The link will take you to register/login to our applicant tracking system before you can complete the application form. You will be given the chance to upload a CV and up to one supporting document during the application process. You can save a partially completed form without submitting it as long as you return to complete it before the closing date. Minicom users can call 024 7615 0554 if they require any further help. Please quote job vacancy reference number 72920-043. The closing date/time for applications is midnight (British time) at the end of Thursday 30 May 2013. __________________________________________________________ Thomas Nichols, PhD Principal Research Fellow, Head of Neuroimaging Statistics Department of Statistics & Warwick Manufacturing Group University of Warwick, Coventry CV4 7AL, United Kingdom Web: http://go.warwick.ac.uk/tenichols Email: t.e.nichols(a)warwick.ac.uk <mailto:t.e.nichols@warwick.ac.uk> Phone, Stats: +44 24761 51086, WMG: +44 24761 50752 Fax: +44 24 7652 4532

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Fwd: Funded PhD studentships: Wales Integrative PhD programme in Neurodegeneration, Cardiff University
by Gary Green 08 May '13

08 May '13

Project title: *Unifying social and biological approaches to early detection of dementia* Proposed start date: October 1st 2013 Project description: *The Wales Integrative PhD Scheme in Neurodegeneration (WIN)* aims to train students in multi-disciplinary approaches to the early detection of neurodegenerative diseases. The proposed cross-disciplinary training in social, psychological, genetic and biological approaches is designed to equip students with the skills to lead future inter-disciplinary research teams in this key research area, and related public health domains. Funding is provided for four years to ensure time to acquire the relevant inter-disciplinary research skills, and to undertake projects crossing traditional research boundaries. The students will be appointed as a single cohort, allowing them to learn and develop their skills together, as well as benefit from interaction with students on related PhD training schemes in Cardiff and Bangor (e.g. Wellcome Trust Integrative Neuroscience PhD Scheme, Cognitive Function and Ageing Studies PhD scheme, ESRC Wales DTC studentships). The focus of the five projects will be on the early detection of common neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia and/or Parkinson’s disease. A key aspect of the projects will be interlinked research on 2 of the following topics: *novel multi-modal psychological and/or imaging biomarkers* *patient/carer-focused behavioural interventions* *policy informed by psychological models of attitudes/health behaviour* *awareness of the socio-ethics and experiential dimension of early detection* Students should be willing, therefore, to acquire multi-disciplinary training, and to develop novel methods for bridging these research areas during their PhD. For example, combining imaging biomarker studies in Alzheimer’s disease with complementary consideration of the socio-ethics of early detection, or investigating quality of life in families at high risk of developing frontotemporal dementia alongside studies aimed to understand the breakdown of social cognition in the disease. Students may also have the opportunity to develop collaborative links with the Memory and Aging Centre (UC San Francisco) depending upon their PhD project. For full details including eligibility please see: http://courses.cardiff.ac.uk/funding/R1064.html *How to apply:* * * Please use our online application service at www.cf.ac.uk/regis/general/applyonline/index.html <http://www.cf.ac.uk/regis/general/applyonline/index.html> to apply for a PhD in Psychology, with an Oct 2013 start date (programme code RFPDPSYA). You should specify in the funding section on the application form that you wish to be considered for ESRC/WIN funding. *Application deadline:* 31st May 2013 with decisions being made soon after interview (first or second week in June). Andrew Lawrence Professor School of Psychology Cardiff University Tower Building, Park Place Cardiff CF10 3AT

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