---------------------------------------------------- Subject: SMB Digest v05i34 SMB Digest November 29, 2005 Volume 05 Issue 34 ISSN 1086-6566 Editor: Ray Mejía (ray@helix.nih.gov) Note: Information about the Society for Mathematical Biology, including an application for membership, may be found in the SMB Home Page, http://www.smb.org/ . Access the Bulletin of Mathematical Biology, the official journal of SMB, at http://www.elsevier.com/locate/issn/00928240 . Inquiries about membership or BMB fulfillment should be sent to membership@smb.org Issue's Topics: BaMBA Day, December 3, San Francisco State University ISNB 2006 3rd International Symposium on Networks in Bioinformatics NHLBI Exploratory Program in Systems Biology, NIH Postdoctoral Position, CMB, Maths Inst. Oxford Postdoctoral Position, Mathematical Biology, U Western Ontario Postdoctoral Position, University of Surrey Postdoctoral Position, Computational Plant Project, UC Irvine Tenure Track Position, Mathematical Biology, MSU Assistant Professor, Applied Environmental Systems Anal., Osnabrueck SMBnet Reminders ---------------------------------------------------- From: Javier Arsuaga Date: Tue, 22 Nov 2005 15:29:45 -0800 Subject: BaMBA Day, December 3, San Francisco State University Second Announcement BaMBA Day Biology and Mathematics in the Bay Area December 3, 2005 San Francisco State University Please confirm your participation by sending a message to bamba@math.sfsu.edu We will assume that all participants will join us for the lunch. Since dinner seats are limited please indicate in your reply if you wish to stay for the conference dinner. Only registered participants will be able to attend the dinner. Please confirm by November 30th. BaMBA is a one-day meeting aimed at creating a fairly informal atmosphere to explore the role of mathematics, statistics, and computer science in modern biology. Going beyond traditional applied mathematics it will include algebraic, topological, statistical and computational methods. Our goal is to encourage dialogue between people from different disciplines. We expect a day full of enticing discussion and hope that everyone will join us for the dinner following the talks (location to be announced). Student participation is especially encouraged. Speakers: Donna Albertson (UCSF Comprehensive Cancer Center) Roger Brent (Molecular Sciences Institute, Berkeley) John Huelsenbeck (UCSD Biological Sciences) Patrice Koehl (UC Davis Genome Center) De Witt Sumners (FSU Mathematics Dept. and Molecular Biophysics Institute) Sessions will be held 9AM-6PM in SCI201 (Science Building). Check the conference webpage http://math.sfsu.edu/bamba for further information. Organizing Committee: Javier Arsuaga, SFSU (jarsuaga@sfsu.edu). Serkan Hosten, SFSU (serkan@math.sfsu.edu). Bernd Sturmfels, UC Berkeley (bernd@math.berkeley.edu). Mariel Vazquez, SFSU (mariel@math.sfsu.edu). The meeting is partially sponsored by the SFSU Mathematics Department, College of Science and Engineering, Center for Computing in the Life Sciences, and NIH MBRS-SCORE grant. ---------------------------------------------------- From: Jaap Kaandorp Date: Mon, 28 Nov 2005 16:50:54 +0100 Subject: ISNB 2006 3rd International Symposium on Networks in Bioinformatics First Announcement ISNB 2006 3rd INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON NETWORKS IN BIOINFORMATICS May 29 - 31, 2006 in Amsterdam Science Park Amsterdam University of Amsterdam, the Netherlands The understanding of biological networks such as metabolic and signal transduction pathways is crucial for understanding molecular and cellular processes in the organism or system under study. This field is subject of lively research and both experimental and computational approaches are used to elucidate the biological networks. The bioinformatics of biological networks involves a broad range of research and approaches. Research includes the identification of regulatory elements in DNA, genome context analysis, modeling and simulation of pathways, reconstruction of pathways from experimental data, visualization of pathways, and the representation of pathways in database, graphs and markup languages. To accelerate our understanding of the (dynamics) of biological networks it is seems imperative that these efforts are combined and subsequently have to be applied to real biological problems. It is clear that this field of research can only advance when bioinformaticians and experimental biologists (for example working on model organisms such as Drosophila and organisms with a relatively simple and basal body plan such as sponges and scleractinian corals) work closely together. During this three day symposium we will bring together researchers from different disciplines (biology, mathematics and computational sciences) working on different aspects of networks to exchange ideas and approaches. The first day of the symposium is scheduled for introductory lectures. During the first day of the symposium we have scheduled six introductory lectures, which aim at introducing specific subjects to the audience. The lectures are open for all participants and will provide background knowledge for the scientific presentations. For more program and registration details http://isnb.amc.uva.nl/ This symposium is supported by the Netherlands Bioinformatics Centre (NBIC; www.nbic.nl), The Academic Medical Center (AMC; www.amc.nl), The Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO; www.nwo.nl), IOP Genomics (www.senternovem.nl/iopgenomics/) ---------------------------------------------------- From: Raymond Mejia Date: Fri, 25 Nov 2005 07:33:27 -0500 Subject: NHLBI Exploratory Program in Systems Biology, NIH RFA-HL-06-004: NHLBI Exploratory Program in Systems Biology (R33) Receipt Dates: Letter of Intent, February 8, 2006 Application, March 10, 2006 http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-HL-06-004.html A Request for Applications by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute at the National Institutes of Health invites applications for collaborative research projects to initiate high-risk, high impact research by multidisciplinary teams of investigators. Eligibles include individuals at US domestic and foreign institutions. Please see the web site for details. ---------------------------------------------------- From: Philip Maini Date: Fri, 18 Nov 2005 13:59:34 +0000 (GMT) Subject: Postdoctoral Position, CMB, Maths Inst. Oxford MATHEMATICAL INSTITUTE CENTRE FOR MATHEMATICAL BIOLOGY UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSISTANT ACADEMIC-RELATED RESEARCH STAFF GRADE 1A Salary £20,044 - £30,002 A postdoctoral research assistantship is available at the Centre for Mathematical Biology as part of the recent appointment to the Chair in Mathematical Biology of Philip K Maini. The CMB has a broad remit and works mainly in the application of partial and ordinary differential equation models to investigate spatiotemporal phenomena in diverse areas, including, tumour growth, wound healing, developmental biology, ecology (see http://www.maths.ox.ac.uk/cmb for fuller details). The appointment will be tenable for one year in the first instance renewable for a further two years depending on funding and is available from 1 October 2006, or as soon as possible thereafter. Applications are invited from individuals with a background in mathematical modelling, preferably (but not essentially) in the life sciences. Further particulars may be obtained from vacancies@maths.ox.ac.uk and at http://www.maths.ox.ac.uk/notices/vacancies/. Applications, including a full CV, a covering letter explaining suitability for the position and how the candidate satisfies the selection criteria (see the further particulars), and the names and addresses of two referees should be sent to The Administrative Assistant (Vacancies), Mathematical Institute, 24-29 St Giles, Oxford, OX1 3LB by 15 February 2006 (email applications are acceptable). Applicants must arrange for their referees to send references direct to the Administrative Assistant by the same date (fax or email is sufficient). Please quote reference BK/05/028. ---------------------------------------------------- From: Lindi Wahl Date: Tue, 22 Nov 2005 10:53:52 -0500 Subject: Postdoctoral Position, Mathematical Biology, U Western Ontario Applications are invited for a post-doctoral position in mathematical biology at the University of Western Ontario, in the Department of Applied Mathematics. The appointment will be for one or two years, ideally beginning September 1, 2006. For details, please see: http://www.apmaths.uwo.ca/feature/biopostdoc1.shtml ---------------------------------------------------- From: C.Avignone-Rossa Date: Thu, 17 Nov 2005 11:47:03 -0000 Subject: Postdoctoral Position, University of Surrey The School of Biomedical and Molecular Sciences (SBMS) (www.surrey.ac.uk/sbms) has more than 1000 students, 220 staff, is highly active in biomedical research and received the highest possible rating, 5** in the 2001 Research Assessment Exercise. As part of our planning for RAE 2008, the School's research portfolio now integrates its scientific and clinical disciplines into cross cutting multi-disciplinary programmes focusing on human health, disease and treatment. A core technology programme and the key disciplines of Chemical, Microbial, Nutrition & Food and Integrative Physiological Sciences underpin each theme. Applicants are invited for a 3 year BBSRC-funded post-doctoral fellow position to develop and test metabolic models for the tubercle bacillus. Mycobacterium tuberculosis is responsible for 3 million deaths each year. This project is to use metabolomic approaches to identify new drug targets, particularly in persistent organisms. You will construct metabolic models of the TB bacillus and constrain the models with metabolomic data generated by other team members. You should have a PhD or MSc in bioinformatics/systems biology and experience of model building and testing. Further enquiries to Professor Johnjoe McFadden: tel: +44 (0)1483 686494, email: j.mcfadden@surrey.ac.uk For an application pack and details of how to apply, please call 01483 686450 (24 hours), email sbmshr@surrey.ac.uk, download application documents or apply online at www.surrey.ac.uk 'Working at UniS'. Please quote Reference number 5071, supply your postal address and where you saw the advertisement. Closing date for applications is 24th November 2005. ---------------------------------------------------- From: emj@uci.edu Date: Sat, 19 Nov 2005 20:27:24 -0800 (PST) Subject: Postdoctoral Position, Computational Plant Project, UC Irvine Institute for Genomics and Bioinformatics Postdoctoral Scholar Position University of California, Irvine Applications are sought for a postdoctoral researcher to create new computational models of plant development with the Computable Plant project, www.computableplant.org. This project applies a combination of network and spatio-temporal dynamics to build models constrained by expression imagery and other experimental data. The successful candidate will have (1) a PhD and strong quantitative background in physics, applied mathematics, systems biology, scientific computing, machine learning, or related fields. Preferably, he or she will also have (2) expertise in the use of predictive dynamical systems for biological modeling, including regulatory network models; (3) understanding of and experience with experimental biological research and data; and (4) evidence of good software engineering skills. The salary range for this position is $31,668 to $48,096 annually, commensurate with training and experience. The initial appointment will be for a year, with extension to further years dependent in part on the availability of extra-mural funding. Interested applicants should respond no later than the closing date of December 18, 2005 for appointment on January 17, 2006, by forwarding a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, and the names of three references to: Associate Professor Eric Mjolsness Institute for Genomics and Bioinformatics University of California, Irvine 414B Computer Science Building Irvine, CA 92697-3445 or via email to emj@uci.edu . The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to excellence through diversity. ---------------------------------------------------- From: Guowei Wei Date: Wed, 16 Nov 2005 20:38:51 -0500 (EST) Subject: Tenure Track Position, Mathematical Biology, MSU Tenure Track Position in Mathematical Biology MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY Department of Mathematics East Lansing, MI 48824-1027 Description: Pending budgetary approval, the Department will have a tenure track position to begin Fall 2006. It is expected that successful applicants will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor, but truly outstanding candidates for appointment at higher ranks will be considered. Excellence is essential in both research and teaching, and it is expected that the successful candidate will have at least two years of experience beyond the Ph.D. While outstanding applicants from all mathematical research areas will be considered, preference will be given to those with significant research accomplishments in mathematical biology. Application information: Applicants should send a vita and a brief statement of research interests and arrange for at least four letters of recommendation, one of which must specifically address their ability to teach, to be sent to the department. Interested applicants should go to the Web site at http://www.mth.msu.edu/. Hiring to complete an online application and to find a description of other required application material. Application materials can be addressed to: Hiring Committee, Department of Mathematics, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824-1027. Completed applications (that include letters of recommendation) received by November 15, 2005, are assured of consideration, but applications will be considered until the positions are filled. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. MSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. Handicappers have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation. ---------------------------------------------------- From: Horst Malchow Date: Fri, 18 Nov 2005 09:50:12 +0100 Subject: Assistant Professor, Applied Environmental Systems Anal., Osnabrueck The Institute of Environmental Systems Research is an interdisciplinary research institute of the University of Osnabrueck. We invite applications for an Assistant Professor for "Applied Environmental Systems Analysis" (W1). The 3-years position is available beginning April 1, 2006 with the possibility of extension up to a maximum duration of six years. Within the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science, you will contribute to the Applied Systems Science programmes. Teaching is required four hours per week. The field of this newly established position includes developing analysis and modelling on a multidisciplinary level regarding environmental chemistry and ecosystems analysis. You have accumulated experience with analytical instruments for organic micro pollutants (GC-MS) as well as a strong affinity with the ecological and eco-toxicological aspects of environmental systems. Complementary skills in environmental modelling are highly desirable. Applicants should be familiar with computer programming, as well as have expertise in spatial data analysis. The institute operates a newly equipped laboratory of environmental trace analytics in cooperation with the laboratory of ecology. Successful applicants should hold an academic degree (Diplom, MSc) in applied system science, environmental sciences, analytical chemistry or other related disciplines. Further requirements are educational competence and excellent scientific qualification, which is satisfactorily shown by an outstanding doctoral degree acquired not later than 5 years ago and additional scientific achievement. Extension of time can be considered according to \247 57c Abs. 6 HRG. The University of Osnabrueck is an equal opportunity employer. Women are especially encouraged to apply. Also disabled persons are especially encouraged to apply. Part-time work is possible. A curriculum vitae, a summary of research and education experience and goals should be sent by 22 DECEMBER, 2005 to the Dean of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, Prof. Dr. P. Meyer-Nieberg, 49069 Osnabrueck, Germany. Information on the institute and the study programmes can be found on http://www.usf.uos.de. For more details contact matthies@uos.de. ---------------------------------------------------- Subject: SMBnet Reminders To subscribe to the SMB Digest please point your browser at http://list.auckland.ac.nz/mailman/listinfo/math-smbnet and complete the subscription information. Alternatively, if you prefer to use e-mail, send mail to LISTSERV@listserv.biu.ac.il with "subscribe SMBnet Your Name" in the body of the mail (omit the quotes). After you subscribe, you will receive a greeting with additional information. Submissions to appear in the SMB Digest may be sent to SMBnet@smb.org Items of interest to the mathematical biology community may be submitted for inclusion in the SMBnet archive. See instructions at: http://smb.org/publications/SMBnet/pubs/fyi . The SMB Digest is also available on the SMB Home Page at http://smb.org/publications/SMBnet/digest/ The contents of this publication may be reproduced in whole or in part with attribution. 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