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MEG research group meeting this Thursday
by Markus van Ackeren 05 Feb '13

05 Feb '13

Hi everyone, I am delighted to announce the first MEG research group meeting in 2013. We are going to meet this Thursday (07.02) at 12.15 in C003. Gareth Prendergast will give an /overview of clinically oriented MEG and potential applications./ Hope to see you all on Thursday, Markus

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YNiC seminar 7th February
by rem 04 Feb '13

04 Feb '13

Dear Users This Thursday (starting 4.30 pm in YNiC open plan) there will 2 project proposal presentations: 1) Markus van Ackeren "Integrating multimodal semantic knowledge through language: An MEG study" Abstract: Research from the past decade has shown that retrieving semantic knowledge about objects in our environment engages a widely distributed cortical network. For example, understanding words denoting visual information (green, round) engages visual cortical areas. In contrast, understanding words denoting auditory information (crunching) recruits auditory regions. So far, a plethora of studies have investigated words that are strongly associated with a single modality. However, semantic knowledge about most objects in the world is inherently multimodal. For example, even a single word like /apple /is associated with visual (green, round), auditory (crunchy), haptic (smooth, sticky), and gustatory (sweet) properties. In my research I aim to understand how the brain orchestrates the simultaneous retrieval of multimodal semantic knowledge. I will present behavioural and EEG findings showing that a) there is a processing cost to integrating information from multiple modalities, and b) multimodal integration is accompanied by local power changes in a low frequency band (4-8 Hz). In the current project, I would like to employ MEG to be able to pinpoint the neural generators of the theta power modulation during multimodal integration, and to investigate interactions between multimodal and unimodal areas in the brain. 2) Samantha Strong "The Functional Sub-Divisions of the Human Motion Sensitive Visual Cortex: An fMRI Guided TMS Study" 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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Fwd:Three neuroscience/psychology faculty position in Newcastle
by Gary Green 03 Feb '13

03 Feb '13

FYI ---------------------------------- FYI, please forward to potential applicants. Potential research areas include cognitive development in children and young adults, neuroimaging, and neuroinformatics (http://research.ncl.ac.uk/neuroinformatics/ ): Associate Professor (senior lecturer) in neuropsychology: http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/AFX508/senior-lecturer-psychol/ Assistant Professor (lecturer) in neuropsychology: http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/AFX507/lecturer-in-neuropsychology/ Teaching Fellow: http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/AFX506/teaching-fellow/ Best, Marcus -- Marcus Kaiser, Ph.D. Associate Professor (Reader) in Neuroinformatics School of Computing Science Newcastle University Claremont Tower Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU, UK Lab website: http://www.biological-networks.org/ Neuroinformatics@Newcastle: http://research.ncl.ac.uk/neuroinformatics/

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Fwd: PhD position at RWTH Aachen University, Germany - Neuroscience of chemosensation
by Gary Green 02 Feb '13

02 Feb '13

FYI ---------------------------------- The Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology, RWTH Aachen University, invites applications for a *PhD position in Functional Neuroimaging (50% TV-L 13).* The position is available starting March 1^st , 2013 or later in the research group “Functional imaging of the chemosensory system”, Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology in the framework of the IZKF funded joint research project “Impulsivity and Aggression” at RWTH Aachen University. Funding for this position can be provided for three years. The research of the group focuses on behavioral and neuronal correlates of olfactory, trigeminal, and gustatory stimulation as well as the interaction of the chemosensory systems with other sensory systems. Using state-of-the-art stimulation devices in combination with sophisticated behavioral methods and non-invasive means of functional brain imaging (fMRI, EEG/ERP) we investigate how the human brain processes chemosensory stimuli. The project is focused on *Aggression in the context of situational stimuli*. The influence of different chemosensory stimuli on aggressive behavior and cognitive correlates will be investigated using behavioral as well as functional imaging studies in healthy human subjects. The successful candidate will work within an interdisciplinary team of young researchers at a well-known research institution (_www.rwth-aachen.de <http://www.rwth-aachen.de>_). The candidate will design and conduct behavioral as well as functional imaging experiments, collect data, perform statistical data analysis (SPSS, Matlab and SPM), present the results at national and international meetings and publish research manuscripts. Candidates must hold a Diploma or M.Sc. degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Biology, Nutrition, or a related field and should either have experience with sensory testing in a behavioral and psychophysiological setting or designing functional imaging experiments or analyzing behavioral and functional imaging data. Very good English communication and writing skills are expected. The position requires a strong interest in research questions and experimental skills combined with a high level of motivation, team-orientation as well as the ability to solve problems independently. Programming skills in Matlab are considered a plus. Qualified women are explicitly invited to apply and handicapped candidates with equal qualification will be given preference. Please send your application including a cover letter, CV, list of publication as well as at least one reference address to Jun.-Prof. Dr. Jessica Freiherr (jfreiherr(a)ukaachen.de <mailto:jealbrecht@ukaachen.de>). Additional information about our group can be found at: www.olf.rwth-aachen.de <http://www.ukaachen.de/content/folder/1019029>. Prof. Dr. Jessica Freiherr Diplom-Trophologin Juniorprofessorin "Neuroscience of chemosensation" Klinikum der RWTH Aachen, Diagnostische und Interventionelle Neuroradiologie Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074 Aachen Pager: +49 241 80 35688 Tel.: +49 241 80 80976 Fax: +49 241 80 82440 eMail: jfreiherr(a)ukaachen.de <mailto:jfreiherr@ukaachen.de> www.olf.rwth-aachen.de <http://www.olf.rwth-aachen.de>

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Fwd: PhD position in neurobiology of human anxiety at University of Zurich, starting date negotiable
by Gary Green 02 Feb '13

02 Feb '13

FYI ------------- Applications are invited for a funded PhD position to work on defensive emotions and their pathology, in a translational psychiatry research group led by Dominik R Bach (www.bachlab.org), Department of Psychiatry, University of Zurich, Switzerland. The successful candidate will work on the human branch of a cross-species approach to anxiety. The aim of this project is to characterise a human analogue of the anxiety behaviour often reported in rodents, and to investigate its neurobiology and relation to human experience of anxiety/clinical anxiety. The project will involve psychological experimentation, functional magnetic resonance imaging, and EEG. A collaborating animal facility will develop corresponding animal models. The wider goal of the research group is to investigate the neurobiology of human defensive emotions (panic, fear, anxiety) using neuroimaging techniques (fMRI, EEG), formalise models of such emotions with respect to general neurobiological principles, and apply these models to psychiatric syndromes involving pathological emotions (e. g. phobias, generalised anxiety disorder, depression). The laboratory offers a friendly and collaborative research environment, close supervision, a research-dedicated 3T MRI scanner, a fully equipped psychological/psychophysiological testing facility, and access to EEG facilities. We are looking for a person with an interest in theoretical neuroscience as well as hands-on experimentation. Applicants should have an MSc or equivalent in psychology or neuroscience, or in a related science/engineering discipline with some experience in cognitive neuroscience. Fluent English is mandatory, German is not required. Prior experience with fMRI, EEG, psychological experimentation, and Matlab programming would be useful. Starting date is early spring 2013 and negotiable. Applications are considered until the position is filled. Applicants should send, within one pdf file, a CV, publication list, letter of intent with a statement of research interest, and the name and contact of two references to d.bach(a)ucl.ac.uk Informal enquiry by email is welcome.

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Fwd: Research Fellow/Postdoc: Functional MRI & EEG Neuroimaging in Dementia
by Gary Green 02 Feb '13

02 Feb '13

FYI --------------- The Insitute for Stroke and Dementia Research at the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich: Research Fellow/Postdoc: Functional MRI& EEG Neuroimaging in Dementia RESEARCH FOCUS and RESPONSIBILITIES: The research fellow/postdoc will work on multimodal imaging of human brain changes in early stages of Alzheimer’s disease and cerebrovascular disease. The funded research project headed by Prof. Dr. Michael Ewers has a strong focus on the combined acquisition of functional MRI and high-density EEG along with other neuroimaging modalities. The establishment of the fMRI-EEG task-related paradigm and statistical analysis will be a key part of the responsibilities of research position. The fellow will work in a dynamically growing neuroimaging team and is encouraged to bring in own research ideas. REQUIREMENTS: Research experience in EEG and fMRI of brain changes is strongly encouraged. An independent work style and solid knowledge of programming and statistics is a plus. Familiarity with biological or clinical aspects of Alzheimer’s disease is not a prerequisite. An enthusiastic, reliable and independent work style will provide a good fit for our team. OFFER: Our institute offers an excellent multidisciplinary environment and state-of-the-art multimodal neuroimaging equipment (3T MRI, high-density fMRI compatible EEG, molecular PET). The research fellow will have clearly defined task definitions, access to all data sets of the research project, and advanced technical support to facilitate efficient work conditions. The fellow will work in a friendly, dynamic, and highly productive lab (http://www.klinikum.uni-muenchen.de/Institut-fuer-Schlaganfall-und-Demenzfo…). The Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU) (http://www.en.uni-muenchen.de/index.html), Germany, and its clinics figure among Germany’s premier and internationally competitive biomedical research sites funded by the government’s German Universities Excellence Initiative. The Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research (ISD) is a thriving new research-dedicated institution of the University of Munich. Munich is an attractive city within the reach of the Alpes (http://www.muenchen.de/int/en/tourism.html). 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 unfortunately not be refunded. For more information, please contact Prof. Dr. Michael Ewers, Tel.: +49 (0)89 7095 8367 (E-Mail: michael.ewers(a)med.uni-muenchen.de). 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. Michael Ewers Max-Lebsche Platz 30 81377 Munich | Germany E-Mail: isd(a)med.uni-muenchen.de

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Fwd: Post-doc position within the Collaborative Research Centre 940 "Volition and Cognitive Control: Mechanisms, Modulators, and Dysfunctions"
by Gary Green 02 Feb '13

02 Feb '13

FYI --------------- Post-doc position within the Collaborative Research Centre 940 "Volition and Cognitive Control: Mechanisms, Modulators, and Dysfunctions" at the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University Hospital C. G. Carus, Dresden University of Technology, Germany Job Description: The Eating Disorder Section of the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Dresden University of Technology, Germany (Prof. Stefan Ehrlich) invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in neuroimaging of eating disorders. The new project is part of the aforementioned Collaborative Research Centre (CRC, Steering Committee: Profs. T. Goschke, C. Kirschbaum, M. Smolka, A. Strobel, H.-U. Wittchen) and will focus on cognitive control, reward system and the processing of emotions in patients with anorexia nervosa. This is a full time position within the Translational Developmental Neuroscience Group. Responsibilities will include the coordination of our ongoing clinical research study and the acquisition and analysis of a range of behavioral and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data. Together with a doctoral student new functional MRI paradigms need to be implemented. Imaging sessions will take place on the Neuroimaging Center's 3T Siemens TIM-Trio scanner and data collected includes high-quality structural, diffusion, and functional MRI data. A variety of additional information will also be collected, including neuropsychological and psychiatric scales, physiological and endocrinological markers. Summarizing results and writing research articles will be another central aspect of the work. The successful applicant will work in a team of young investigators and also start to supervise doctoral students, interns and medical students working in the project. Thanks to the CRC the applicant will have ample opportunity to work with peers and senior scientists in similar project in the Medical School and the Psychology Department. Applicants for the position must hold (a) a PhD, MD or comparable degree in a relevant field (Psychology, Neurosciences or Medicine; if you have additional qualifications a degree in Biology, Biomedicine, Biophysics, Computer Science or Electrical Engineering may also be sufficient), (b) have had some exposure to cognitive and emotional neurosciences, (c) participated in research activities within the past years (d) published in peer-reviewed journals, e) possess strong organizational skills and (f) be able to communicate in basic German with non-scientific staff members. Some experience in computer programming (Linux/Unix shell scripting, Python and/or MATLAB), neuroimaging analysis methods (FSL, SPM, FreeSurfer or others), advanced statistical analyses and scientific publishing is necessary. The successful applicant will join a multidisciplinary team of researchers and clinicians, will receive further training and train doctoral students (informally). The position is available for a start date as soon as February 15th 2012 (to be confirmed). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The position is guaranteed for two years with the possibility of renewal after positive evaluation. The CRC funding has been granted for 4 years. Salary will be consistent with levels in accordance with the German Research Foundation (100% TV-L: E 13). Compensation includes health insurance, and vacation time. To apply you can use our online portal (https://www.uniklinikum-dresden.de/Bewerbung/?id=5e0f53e16050a1fa4845830ba9…) The application should include a cover letter detailing professional objectives and interests, CV (with grades and language skills), and the names and email addresses of two references. The application can be written in German or English. The position is open to qualified international applicants but the knowledge of some German is necessary since the position includes the coordination of an ongoing clinical study. Applicants with a disability will be given preference in the selection process. Please refer to our homepage: http://www.kjp-dresden.de/en/Eating-disorders, http://www.kjp-dresden.de/en/Schizophrenia, http://tu-dresden.de/die_tu_dresden/fakultaeten/fakultaet_mathematik_und_na…, and http://kjp-dresden.de/de/Publikationsliste-Prof-Dr-S-Ehrlich for more detailed information. :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: Für das Forschungsprogramm der Professur für Angewandte Entwicklungsneurowissenschaften (Prof. S. Ehrlich) wird für die Projekte zum Thema "Increased volitional control of rewarding stimuli in eating disorders: Neural mechanisms and real-world costs" im Rahmen des neuen Sonderforschungsbereichs (SFB) 940 "Volition und kognitive Kontrolle" ab frühestens dem 15. Februar 2012 ein Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter / Post-Doktorand (m/w) gesucht. Die Stelle ist zunächst befristet für 2-3 Jahre (Entgeltgruppe 13 TV-L, 100 %). Bei Eignung streben wir eine längerfristige Zusammenarbeit mit Ihnen an. Der SFB 940 ist dementsprechend auf 4 Jahre angelegt. Der Schwerpunkt der Projekte liegt auf Neuroimaging-Verfahren. Die Durchführung dieser Projekte geschieht in Kooperation mit dem Neuroimaging Center Dresden (Prof. Smolka) und der Fachrichtung Psychologie der TU Dresden (Profs. Goschke, Wittchen, Kirschbaum, Strobel). Zu Ihren Aufgaben gehören die Koordination der Studie, die Etablierung neuer Paradigmen, die Akquise und Analyse von behavioralen, SCR und MRT-Daten sowie das Schreiben von wissenschaftlichen Publikationen. Die SCR- und MRT-Messungen erfolgen am Neuroimaging Center (3T Siemens TIM-Trio Scanner) und umfassen strukturelles MRT, Diffusion Tensor Imaging und funktionelles MRT. Es werden auch neuropsychologische, psychiatrische, physiologische, endokrinologische und genetische Daten erhoben. Die Arbeit erfolgt im Team und umfasst auch die Anleitung und Supervision von naturwissenschaftlichen Doktoranden, Praktikanten und Medizinstudenten innerhalb des Projektes. Sie werden in einem interdisziplinären Team von Wissenschaftlern und Klinikern arbeiten, Personalverantwortung übernehmen und die Möglichkeit haben, Ihre Kenntnisse in den o.g. Techniken zu vertiefen. Neben den neu geplanten Studien innerhalb des SFBs führen wir bereits seit über 2 Jahren verschiedene andere neurowissenschaftliche Projekte zu Essstörungen (Magersucht) durch. Durch den neu geschaffenen SFB 940 "Volition und kognitive Kontrolle" ergeben sich vielfältige weitere Lern- und Austauschmöglichkeiten. Ihr Profil: . Abgeschlossene Doktorarbeit oder ein entsprechendes Äquivalent . Master- oder Diplomabschluss in Psychologie oder Neurowissenschaften, bei geeignetem Profil auch in Biologie, Biomedizin, Biophysik, Informatik oder anderen Ingenieurwissenschaften . wissenschaftliche Erfahrungen in zumindest einigen der o.g. Bereichen . erste wissenschaftliche Publikationen . Erfahrungen in der Analyse von Bildgebungsdaten (FSL, SPM, FreeSurfer oder vergleichbare), in der statistischen Modellierung sowie Grundkenntnisse im Programmieren (z.B. Linux/Unix shell scripting, Python oder MATLAB) Wir bieten Ihnen die Möglichkeit zur: . Tätigkeit in der medizinisch führenden Forschung in einem hochspezialisierten Arbeitsumfeld . Vereinbarung von flexiblen Arbeitszeiten, um die Verbindung von Familie und Beruf in die Realität umzusetzen . Nutzung von betrieblichen Präventionsangebote, Kursen und Fitness in unserem Gesundheitszentrum Carus Vital . Vorsorge für die Zeit nach der aktiven Berufstätigkeit in Form einer betrieblichen Altersvorsorge Unsere Personalentscheidungen treffen wir nach Eignung, Befähigung und fachlicher Leistung. Schwerbehinderte Menschen werden bei gleicher Eignung bevorzugt berücksichtigt. Die Ausschreibung endet, wenn ein geeigneter Bewerber gefunden wurde. Wir bitten Sie, sich vorzugsweise online zu bewerben, um so den Personalauswahlprozess schneller und effektiver zu gestalten. Wir freuen uns über Ihre vollständigen Bewerbungsunterlagen bis zum 05.02.2013 unter der Kennziffer KJP0913308 (Anschreiben, Lebenslauf, Empfehlungsschreiben, Zeugnisse sowie Namen und Email/Telefon möglicher empfehlender Hochschullehrer für persönliche Rückfragen). Nähere Informationen erhalten Sie telefonisch unter 0351 - 458 2244 oder auf unserer Homepage unter http://www.kjp-dresden.de/en/Eating-disorders, http://tu-dresden.de/die_tu_dresden/fakultaeten/fakultaet_mathematik_und_na…, sowie unter http://www.kjp-dresden.de/en/Schizophrenia und http://kjp-dresden.de/de/Publikationsliste-Prof-Dr-S-Ehrlich. ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: Dipl.-Inf. Daniel Geisler Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter Bereich Angewandte Entwicklungsneurowissenschaften Klinik und Poliklinik für Kinder- und Jugendpsychiatrie und -psychotherapie Tel. +49 (0)351 458-7071 Fax +49 (0)351 458-7206 Universitätsklinikum Carl Gustav Carus an der Technischen Universität Dresden Anstalt des öffentlichen Rechts des Freistaates Sachsen Fetscherstraße 74 (Haus 25, Raum 233A), 01307 Dresden http://www.uniklinikum-dresden.de Vorstand: Prof. Dr. med. D. M. Albrecht (Sprecher), Wilfried E. B. Winzer Vorsitzender des Aufsichtsrates: Prof. Dr. med. Peter C. Scriba USt.-IDNr.: DE 140 135 217, St.-Nr.: 201 145 00020

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Fwd: Postdoctoral Fellowship at UCLA Semel Institute
by Gary Green 02 Feb '13

02 Feb '13

FYI ------------- A postdoctoral fellow position is available immediately in the UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior to participate in an exciting, active research program using multi-modal brain imaging in studies of emotion regulation. The candidate selected will conduct an fMRI study of brain function in women with premenstrual dysphoric disorder. The successful candidate will have a doctoral degree in cognitive neuroscience, neuroscience or psychology, knowledge of MATLAB or other scientific programming language, experience with fMRI data acquisition and analysis (e.g., proficiency in using FSL, SPM, or other software package), and an interest in neuroendocrinology. Senior investigators on the project are Edythe D. London, Ph.D. and Andrea Rapkin, M.D. Interested candidates should send a statement of interest and curriculum vitae to Jessica Shin<jessicashin.semel(a)gmail.com>.

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Fwd: Postdoctoral Position in Australia
by Gary Green 02 Feb '13

02 Feb '13

FYI ------------------ Post-doc position available immediately within the Centre for Research on Ageing, Health and Wellbeing, College of Medicine, Biology and the Environment, Australian National University, Canberra, Australia. We are seeking a junior Postdoctoral Fellow to join a small collaborative team working on research aimed at characterising normal brain ageing in mid-life and into old age. This research includes using large neuroimaging datasets, studying cognitive correlates of age-related brain changes, identifying predictors and risk factors for brain and cognitive ageing, and test theoretical models of neuro-cognitive ageing. Working closely with Dr Nicolas Cherbuin, the research involves, processing and analysing structural brain scans and conducting research with a dynamic multi-disciplinary team. The successful applicant will hold a PhD in Psychology or equivalent and will have a research record in a field relevant to the project with demonstrated experience in processing and analysing neuroimaging data using FSL/Freesurfer or equivalent. An interest in ageing/lifespan development research will be highly regarded. Applications are required to be lodged online, please submit a summary of claims against the selection criteria along with your CV. Full details can be found here: http://jobs.anu.edu.au/PositionDetail.aspx?p=3120 Enquiries: Dr Nicolas Cherbuin Phone: 02 61253858 Email: nicolas.cherbuin(a)anu.edu.au Nicolas Cherbuin PhD ARC Research Fellow Director of the NeuroImaging and Brain Lab Centre for Research on Ageing, Health and Wellbeing College of Medicine Biology and Environment 62A Eggleston Road Australian National University Canberra ACT 0200 P: +61 2 6125 3858 F: +61 2 6125 1558 E: nicolas.cherbuin(a)anu.edu.au W: ageing.anu.edu.au/research/projects/nimbl.php CRICOS Provider #00120C

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no YNiC seminar this week
by rem 29 Jan '13

29 Jan '13

Dear Users There will not be a YNiC seminar this week (31st Jan). The seminars during February will consist of many project proposal presentations and a talk from an external speaker: https://www.ynic.york.ac.uk/events/thursday-sessions 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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