From m.a.georgeson at aston.ac.uk Tue Jan 7 11:04:01 2003 From: m.a.georgeson at aston.ac.uk (m.a.georgeson@aston.ac.uk) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] AVA London meeting 19 March 2003 Message-ID: AVA2003 Vision in a 3-D world 19 March 2003 The College of Optometrists, 42 Craven St London WC2N 5NG (Off Trafalgar Square) CALL FOR PAPERS Applied Vision Association (AVA) annual London meeting, 19 March 2003. Oral and poster presentations are invited on (but not restricted to) the theme of Vision in a 3-D world and will include the: GEOFFREY J. BURTON MEMORIAL LECTURE Professor Brian Rogers Oxford University "Seeing in Depth" This 1-day meeting will begin at 10.30 a.m., with coffee and registration from 10.00 a.m., and will include the Annual General Meeting of the AVA. Registration is ?26 for non-AVA members and ?16 for members (?16 and ?10 respectively for students) including refreshments and lunch. Places are limited and prior registration is advised. To register, please send a cheque payable to "Applied Vision Association" to: Theresa Murtagh at the above address, by March 12 at the latest. Abstract deadline: February 5th 2003 Submit abstracts by email to: Mark Georgeson (m.a.georgeson@aston.ac.uk), indicating preference for talk or poster. Txt, pdf, rtf and Word formats are acceptable. Abstracts (max. 300 words) should be in the format of ECVP (including address and contact email address), examples of which can be seen at: http://www.perceptionweb.com/perc0100/ava99xms.pdf Abstracts should include no more than two references, in the body of the abstract, without the title: e.g. (Rayner et al, 2001, Vis Res, 41, 943-954) For information about the AVA and AVA membership visit http://www.dmu.ac.uk/ava/ For queries or further information about the meeting contact: Prof. Mark Georgeson, Neurosciences Research Institute Aston University, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK email: m.a.georgeson@aston.ac.uk -------------------------------- From eyal at mail.cps.utexas.edu Wed Jan 8 11:05:01 2003 From: eyal at mail.cps.utexas.edu (Eyal Seidemann) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] Two postdoctoral positions in neurophysiology and computational vision at UT Austin Message-ID: <000901c2b6de$e7360fb0$2bce4641@cvis.psy.utexas.edu> Two postdoctoral positions available in the Center for Perceptual Systems at UT Austin. The first position focuses on the neural mechanisms that mediate visual perception. This project involves real-time optical imaging of neural population activity in the visual cortex of alert monkeys while they perform well-controlled perceptual tasks. Additional techniques include single-unit recordings, microstimulation and reversible inactivation. The second position (in collaboration with Dr. Wilson Geisler) focuses on psychophysics, neurophysiology and computational aspects of eye movements and visual attention during visual search in natural scenes. The Center for Perceptual Systems (http://www.cps.utexas.edu/) at UT Austin offers exceptional facilities and an outstanding interdisciplinary scientific environment in a collegial atmosphere. Computational background, programming experience (C/C++/Matlab), and experience with neurophysiology and/or psychophysics are desirable. Please send CV, statement of research interests, and the names of three references to: Eyal Seidemann, Campus mailcode A8000, Center for Perceptual Systems, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas 78712, USA. Phone: (512) 232-6052. Fax: 471-7356. Email: eyal@mail.cps.utexas.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030107/290ee385/attachment.html From a.johnston at ucl.ac.uk Wed Jan 8 11:17:53 2003 From: a.johnston at ucl.ac.uk (Alan Johnston) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] Posts in Psychology, UCL Message-ID: <000f01c2b6fa$b72bdea0$ee612880@alan> UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON Department of Psychology Lectureships/Senior Lectureships in Psychology Applications are invited for up to three posts in Psychology, available from October 2003. The UCL Department gained a 5* in the recent RAE and is the largest in the UK with over 50 members of academic staff. It has a very broad spectrum of teaching responsibilities and research activity. We are seeking to appoint excellent candidates at any stage in their career and in any field but particularly encourage applicants with research skills in the genetic basis of cognitive function, cognition and perception, animal behavioural neuroscience and in functional imaging. Lectureship salary between ?24,325 - ?35,813. Senior Lectureship salary between ?37,385 - ?42,092 (both inclusive of London Allowance). Further particulars from http://www.psychol.ucl.ac.uk/info/lectureships.pdf or from John Draper, Departmental Administrator, Department of Psychology, UCL, Gower Street, London, WC1E 6BT (j.draper@ucl.ac.uk) to whom applications (5 copies or electronic submission) comprising a CV, summary of research and names of 3 referees should be sent. Informal enquiries to Professor David Shanks on 020 7679 7588 (d.shanks@ucl.ac.uk). The closing date for applications is Friday, 14th February 2003. Taking Action For Equality Alan Johnston, Professor of Psychology Department of Psychology, University College London Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT Tel: +44 (0)20 7679 5310 Fax: +44 (0)20 7436 4276 email: a.johnston@ucl.ac.uk http://electra.psychol.ucl.ac.uk/alan/index.html -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030108/0279d7ce/attachment.html From michele at cvs.rochester.edu Wed Jan 8 11:23:00 2003 From: michele at cvs.rochester.edu (Michele Schultz) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] CVS fellowship Message-ID: >>> >>>~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ >>>Summer Undergraduate Fellowship Program In Vision Science >>>Center for Visual Science University of Rochester, Rochester, NY >>> >>>The University of Rochester Center for Visual Science is pleased >>>to announce the 2003 Summer Undergraduate Research Program. >>>Undergraduates in their sophomore or junior year of baccalaureate >>>studies who have an interest in neurobiological, optical, >>>psychophysical or computational aspects of vision are invited to >>>join a member of our diverse faculty for a summer of supervised >>>laboratory training and participation in vision seminars and >>>journal clubs. Our fellowships will cover travel expenses and >>>provide a stipend of $1200/month for up to 4 months of continuous >>>training which will include our summer workshop "Perception, >>>Action and Cognition" held in June. Rochester, located near Lake >>>Ontario in western New York, is an internationally recognized >>>center for visual and imaging science and provides a scenic and >>>natural setting for a variety of outdoor activities. Applicants >>>will be selected based on academic achievement and a demonstration >>>of interest in pursuing studies in visual science. Applications >>>can be found at our website: >>>http://www.cvs.rochester.edu/Res_Fellowships.html. For more >>>information, please contact Dr. Daeyeol Lee, 585-275-8677 or >>>dlee@cvs.rochester.edu. Applications for the 2003 summer program >>>are due no later than April 1 with selection of applicants soon >>>after. >>> > -- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Michele Schultz email: michele@cvs.rochester.edu Center for Visual Science phone: 585 275 8659 University of Rochester fax: 585 271 3043 Meliora Hall 274 Rochester NY 14627-0270 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ From khbritten at ucdavis.edu Wed Jan 8 14:50:01 2003 From: khbritten at ucdavis.edu (Ken Britten) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] postdoc position available Message-ID: POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AVAILABLE Ken Britten's lab at UC Davis. A postdoc position is available immediately in my laboratory. We study physiological mechanisms of motion perception in alert primates, using a combination of physiological and perceptual methods. We focus on higher-level areas of the "motion system", particularly MT and MST. A variety of projects are possible, including collaborative ones with other laboratories (anatomical, computational, or cognitive) at the Center for Neuroscience at UC Davis. The Center for Neuroscience hosts a vibrant and interactive community of neuroscience researchers with a range of interests from molecular to cognitive. Davis itself is a friendly, medium-sized college town close to the cultural attractions of the Bay Area and the recreational attractions of the Sierra Nevada. UC Davis is an equal opportunity employer. Please send CV and names of 3 references to Ken Britten: khbritten@ucdavis.edu or Prof. Ken Britten Center for Neuroscience 1544 Newton Ct. Davis, CA 95616 From dagm03 at ipe.et.uni-magdeburg.de Thu Jan 9 11:02:01 2003 From: dagm03 at ipe.et.uni-magdeburg.de (DAGM'03 Symposium) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] DAGM'03 Pattern Recognition Symposium Message-ID: <3E1D3851.3030603@iesk.et.uni-magdeburg.de> ANNOUNCEMENT & CALL FOR PAPERS DAGM'03 25th Pattern Recognition Symposium OTTO-VON-GUERICKE UNIVERSITY MAGDEBURG, GERMANY September 10-12, 2003 For details and latest information see: http://dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de The German Society for Pattern Recognition (Die Deutsche Arbeits- gemeinschaft f?r Mustererkennung e.V., DAGM e.V.) invites authors and guests to their annual pattern recognition symposium DAGM'03 in Magdeburg, Sept. 10-12, 2003. DAGM'03, which will be hosted by the Otto-von-Guericke University, brings together renowned experts in all areas of pattern recognition to present and discuss recent progress and advances. DAGM'03 follows the open-minded tradition of the previous symposia. It is preceded by a speech processing workshop Sept. 08-09, 2003. English will be the only accepted language for contributions and presentations. We are looking forward to welcoming you in Magdeburg! Chair: B. Michaelis Local Organization: G. Krell W. Liebscher B. Michaelis R. Pohle K. T?nnies Important Dates: April 07, 2003: Paper submission deadline (electronic 8 pages) May 26, 2003: Decision to authors June 10, 2003: Camera-ready versions of accepted papers Programme Committee: J. Buhmann, Uni Bonn H. Burkhardt, Uni Freiburg W. F?rstner, Uni Bonn U. Franke, DaimlerChrysler Stuttgart S. Fuchs, Uni Dresden L. Van Gool, ETH Z?rich G. Hartmann, Uni Paderborn B. J?hne, Uni Heidelberg B. K?mmerer, Siemens M?nchen R. Koch, Uni Kiel W.G. Kropatsch, TU Wien F. Leberl, TU Graz C.E. Liedtke, Uni Hannover H. Mayer, Uni-BW M?nchen R. Mester, Uni Frankfurt B. Michaelis, Uni Magdeburg H.-H. Nagel, Uni Karlsruhe B. Neumann, Uni Hamburg H. Ney, RWTH Aachen H. Niemann, Uni Erlangen B. Radig, TU M?nchen H. Ritter, Uni Bielefeld G. Sagerer, Uni Bielefeld D. Saupe, Uni Konstanz B. Schiele, ETH Z?rich C. Schn?rr, Uni Mannheim G. Sommer, Uni Kiel G. Szekely, ETH Z?rich K. T?nnies, Uni Magdeburg T. Vetter, Uni Freiburg F.M. Wahl, TU Braunschweig J. Weickert, Uni Saarland Topics of the conference include, but are not limited to, the following areas: Mathematical and statistical fundamentals Image analysis and understanding Speech recognition and understanding Sensor fusion Tracking and motion analysis (2-D, 3-D) Segmentation and classification Man-machine interaction 3-D measurement and reconstruction Cognitive vision Active vision Medical imaging and image analysis Real-time vision Applications, system solutions Data mining and knowledge discovery Additionally: Tutorials Invited papers Exhibitions Workshops Contact: Address: IESK, Uni Magdeburg, PO Box 4120 39016 Magdeburg, Germany Universit?tsplatz 2, Building 09 E-mail: dagm03@iesk.et.uni-magdeburg.de Phone: +49(391)6718860 From nmiv4 at nus.edu.sg Thu Jan 9 11:10:30 2003 From: nmiv4 at nus.edu.sg (Chua Song Chye) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] Vision Scientist position Message-ID: <3.0.6.32.20030109180138.00838c00@medstf.ex.nus.edu.sg> Dear Sir/Madam, May I seek your kind assistance to post the following position under Jobs in Vision Science. The details are as follows: One Research Scientist position available at the Defence Medical Research Institute, Defence Science & Technology Agency, Singapore. We are looking for creative, resourceful and motivated researchers who are team players to join us in the areas of human science and biomedical research to enhance the safety, survival and performance of the Singapore Armed Forces personnel. You will lead a team of researchers in vision science/ergonomics. You will define research activities and overall research direction. You will interact with customers to inform and propose research projects in the area of vision science. You will manage research projects that include liaising with clients, preparing research proposals, designing and conducting experiments, analysing datas, and presenting research findings / recommendations to our clients and where applicable at international scientific conferences. You should have: (1) Doctorate degree in vision science. (2) Strong experience in vision research, vision psychophysical methods, clinical vision performance tests and statistical methods. (3) Good programming skills will be ideal. (4) Strong leadership qualities. Good analytical, management and communication skills. Please send your resume together with copies of all your certificates, detailed results, testimonials or any other supporting documents and a copy of your passport photograph as indicated below. Also please indicate what is your current and expected salary. Mr Chua Song Chye Senior Manager, Corporate Services Defence Medical Research Institute Defence Science and Technology Agency 5 Depot Road Defence Technology Tower B #20-04 Singapore 109681 Email: nmiv4@nus.edu.sg or songchye@dsta.gov.sg Please visit our website at www.dmri.net to find out more about us. Would very much appreciate your confirmation on the acceptance of our request to insert the said position under Jobs in Vision Science. Best regards, Song Chye Mr Chua Song Chye Senior Manager, Corporate Services Defence Medical Research Institute Defence Science and Technology Agency 5 Depot Road Defence Technology Tower B #20-04 Singapore 109681 Website: http://www.dsta.gov.sg & www.dmri.net Tel: (65) 63731858 Fax: (65) 63731855 H/p: (65) 97340728 From a.stockman at ucl.ac.uk Thu Jan 9 11:12:15 2003 From: a.stockman at ucl.ac.uk (Andrew Stockman) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] Job Announcement Message-ID: <000801c2b7fa$475fc180$28855290@cvrl1> UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON INSTITUTE OF OPHTHALMOLOGY Bath Street, London EC1V 9EL Tel: +44 (0) 20 7608 6860 Research Fellow Colour and Vision Research Laboratories Division of Visual Science Applications are invited for a Research Fellow to join the research group of Professor Andrew Stockman at the Institute of Ophthalmology in London to work on a new project funded by the Wellcome Trust. The project is aimed at teasing apart the inner workings and organisation of the human visual system by the behavioural (psychophysical) measurement of visible flicker and flicker interactions. The post holder will be responsible for helping with all aspects of this project from experimental design to manuscript preparation, as well as being one of the principal observers in most experiments. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in a field related to vision research. Some experience with optics, computer programming, human perceptual or psycho?logical measurements, computer modelling and electronics would all be assets. Quantitative and writing skills and a strong scientific background with laboratory experience are essential. The Institute is an excellent research environment, which achieved the highest research rating for (RAE 5*) in the last two nationwide assessments. The position is available from Feb 1st, 2003, and is funded for 3 years by the Wellcome Trust. Starting salary will be up to spine point 11 (RAII: ?25,451 plus ?2,134 London Allowance per annum), depending on experience. Informal enquiries about the position are encouraged; send e-mail to Professor Andrew Stockman (a.stockman@ucl.ac.uk). For further details of the post and an application form, please contact the Personnel Office at the above address or telephone number or e-mail: education-ioo@ucl.ac.uk, quoting reference number: 127066. See also http:/www.cvrl.org. Closing date: 31 January 2003 . The Institute operates a no-smoking policy Pursuing Excellence in Education and Research Working Towards Equal Opportunity -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030109/a93af05c/attachment.html From mwebster at unr.nevada.edu Thu Jan 9 11:53:01 2003 From: mwebster at unr.nevada.edu (Michael A. Webster) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] faculty position at University of Nevada, Reno Message-ID: University of Nevada, Reno. The Department of Psychology invites applications for a tenure-track position of Assistant Professor in the broadly defined area of COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE. Applicants should have a strong record of research and demonstrated ability to contribute to teaching requirements at graduate and undergraduate levels. Strong quantitative skills and postdoctoral experience are desirable. A Ph.D. is required by time of appointment. Competitive salary and start-up funds are available. The University is set in an attractive location, both for scholarship and recreation. Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2003, for a start date in Fall, 2003. Applicants should send vitae, up to 3 representative publications, a statement of research and teaching interests, and at least 3 letters of recommendation to: Jennifer Prager, Search Coordinator, Cognitive Neuroscience Search, Department of Psychology / 296, University of Nevada, Reno NV 89557. Female and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. The University of Nevada, Reno is an AA/EOE. *************************************************************** Michael A. Webster mwebster@unr.nevada.edu Department of Psychology / 296 775-784-6828 ext 2029 (office) University of Nevada, Reno 775-784-6828 ext 2021 (lab) Reno NV 89557 775-784-1126 (fax) From barth at inb.uni-luebeck.de Fri Jan 10 15:10:01 2003 From: barth at inb.uni-luebeck.de (Erhardt Barth) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] PhD positions in visual information processing Message-ID: <14713405355.20030110225924@inb.uni-luebeck.de> The Institute for Neuro- and Bioinformatics, University of Luebeck, Germany, seeks Research Scientists (PhD students) for an interdisciplinary project funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary research team and closely collaborate with two German companies. The goal of the project is to develop new forms of visual communication and interaction based on eye-tracking and gaze-contingent display. This involves high-speed image processing, tracking, and graphics, as well as modeling of visual function. Further information can be found at www.inb.uni-luebeck.de/Itap . We expect a strong background in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Physics and enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research. Programming skills (mainly C++) would be a plus. We offer exciting new research topics and the possibility to obtain a PhD in computer science. The positions are initially funded for 36 month. The salary will be at the level of BAT IIa (appr. 38.000 EURO/year before tax). Please send applications including your curriculum vitae, a statement of interests, and names of references to Dr. Erhardt Barth (barth@inb.uni-luebeck.de) with a CC to Prof. Thomas Martinetz (martinetz@informatik.uni-luebeck.de ). Application deadline is February 15th. For further information contact E. Barth. From seiffert at ipk-gatersleben.de Mon Jan 13 08:08:01 2003 From: seiffert at ipk-gatersleben.de (Udo Seiffert) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] Job Opportunity Message-ID: <3E22A736.9040207@ipk-gatersleben.de> The following job ad might be interesting for the readers of this list: Open Position: Research Fellow or PostDoc in Computer Science Three-Dimensional Modelling of Growing Plant Seeds We are looking for a research fellow or postdoc to join the Pattern Recognition Group at the Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research, Gatersleben, Germany. Two-dimensional high-resolution images containing for example in situ hybridisations are to be integrated into three-dimensional models of growing plant seeds, which have been created from NMR data. Since this three-dimensional model and the two-dimensional images are not derived from identical objects (individual seeds), sophisticated algorithms have to be developed and applied. Complex developmental patterns can be visualized at different levels by integrating these high-resolution images into existing spatiotemporal models. Profound knowledge of image processing/three-dimensional modelling and programming skills in C/C++ are essential. Knowledge of AMIRA and/or MATLAB software packages is an advantage as well as some knowledge in parallel programming. Further information can be found at: http://bic-gh.ipk-gatersleben.de Please direct informal inquiries as well as your complete application, including CV, project list, research interests and names/addresses of at least three referees by e-mail to: Dr. Udo Seiffert Head of the Pattern Recognition Group e-mail : seiffert@ipk-gatersleben.de From csaba.beleznai at acv.ac.at Wed Jan 15 17:56:01 2003 From: csaba.beleznai at acv.ac.at (Csaba Beleznai) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] Call for Papers - CONTEXT-BASED ACTIVE CONTOUR MODELS Message-ID: <50726031C3515F4F879593DD4E801AE6021404@acvstg03.intern.acv.ac.at> -------- Please apologise if you receive this CFP more than one time ------- First Announcement and Call for Contributions INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP ON CONTEXT-BASED ACTIVE CONTOUR MODELS CACM 2003 April 3, 2003 Convention Center Graz, Austria http://dib.joanneum.at/icvs03/ActiveContours_2003.htm ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- - In conjunction with ICVS 2003 http://dib.joanneum.at/icvs03/ActiveContours_2003.htm - Local organisation by Advanced Computer Vision GmbH. http://www.acv.ac.at --- SCOPE ------------------------------------------------------------------ Active contour models represent a powerful tool to treat physical objects in images. Recently, there has been a trend towards the convergence of active shape-based object description and statistical approaches to interpret objects at a higher level of representation. Examples for emerging techniques are cognition driven active contours, active perception systems, active animals, m-reps, etc. An integration of low and high levels of object representation is crucial in order establish complex models of the real world, which are used in applications such as medical image analysis, recovering motion parameters of moving non-rigid objects, or interpreting a scene. The workshop aims at presenting the latest developments in the field of active shape models within the context of cognitive vision systems. The workshop is thought to provide an adequate setting for researchers in the different applications areas to interact and interchange ideas thus realizing a genuine transfer of specific knowledge. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following: ? Increasing the performance of active shape models ? Beyond data-driven active contours ? Active contours as a basis for cognitive vision systems ? Cognition-driven active contours --- IMPORTANT DATES -------------------------------------------------------- Deadline for paper submission: February 1, 2003 Notification of acceptance : March 3, 2003 Deadline for final paper : March 15, 2003 Workshop : April 3, 2003 --- ORGANISING COMMITTEE --------------------------------------------------- Ravi Malladi (Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, USA) - program co-chair Helmut Pottmann (Vienna University of Technology, Austria) - program co-chair Dieter H?nigmann (Advanced Computer Vision GmbH, Austria) Johannes Ruiz (Advanced Computer Vision GmbH, Austria) Csaba Beleznai (Advanced Computer Vision GmbH, Austria) --- PROGRAMME COMMITTEE ---------------------------------------------------- Roman Goldenberg (Technion, Israel) Ghassan Hamarneh (Mouse Imaging Centre, Canada) Dieter H?nigmann (Advanced Computer Vision, Austria) Ravi Malladi (Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, USA) Helmut Pottmann (Vienna University of Technology, Austria) Johannes Ruisz (Advanced Computer Vision, Austria) Dinggang Shen (Univ. of Pennsylvania, USA) Demetri Terzopoulos (New York University, USA) Joachim Weickert (Saarland University, Germany) --- AUTHOR INFORMATION ----------------------------------------------------- DUAL SUBMISSION POLICY: Papers will be considered for review that have also been submitted to the main ICVS conference. Double submission must be indicated by authors. STYLE: The format of the final paper is IEEE two-column. Detailed instructions about the preparation of the paper is available at ftp://ftp.computer.org/press/outgoing/proceedings/. Submitted papers should not exceed 8 pages. The paper might be developed in LaTex or MS Word (see IEEE Author Guidelines). However, the submitted file should be in Postscript or PDF format. SUBMISSION: Please submit your paper as an email attachment to csaba.beleznai@acv.ac.at. In the email body, you have to include the following information: * Title * Authors (first and last names) * Affiliation of authors (institute, address) * Corresponding author (including his/her address, email, phone, fax) * Abstract (200 words maximum) * Indicate double submission Your submission will be confirmed as soon as possible, and you will receive a corresponding paper number, that you have to refer to in the future. Accepted papers will be published in an electronic proceedings to be made available through the WWW from the CACM homepage. The CACM 2003 organizers are considering the possibility of the production of a hard-copy version of the workshop proceedings --- PROGRAMME -------------------------------------------------------------- INVITED TALKS: Ravi Malladi, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, USA (title of talk TBA). Second invited speaker TBA. PUBLICATION OF PROGRAMME: The provisional set of paper titles (with associated abstracts) will be available (also as PDF file) on March 3, 2003 here. The full advance programme will be available (also as PDF file) after March 15, 2003 here. --- LOCATION --------------------------------------------------------------- - CACM 2003 will be held at the Convention Center Graz (http://www.grazercongress.co.at), Austria. - The workshop is being held in conjunction with ICVS 2003 (http://dib.joanneum.at/icvs03). - Graz will be Cultural Capital of Europe in 2003 (http://www.graz03.at). - Graz old city center (http://www.graztourism.at) has been recently entered the UNESCO heritage list. --- For questions CONTACT -------------------------------------------------- Csaba Beleznai, Dr Advanced Computer Vision GmbH - ACV Donaucitystra?e 1, A-1220 Vienna, Austria Phone: +43-1-269-6255 - 107 / Fax: +43/(0)1 2696255 - 200 csaba.beleznai@acv.ac.at / http://www.acv.ac.at From elsner at vision.eri.harvard.edu Wed Jan 15 18:07:15 2003 From: elsner at vision.eri.harvard.edu (Ann E.Elsner) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] post-doctoral position AMD/aging Message-ID: <5.0.0.25.2.20030115192107.036a8d78@vision.eri.harvard.edu> Two-year, NIH-funded, post-doctoral fellowship to study mechanisms of vision loss in aging and Age-Related Macular Degeneration. Of particular interest are cone, rod, and retinal pigment epithelium changes. The project has been ongoing since 1987 and uses both novel retinal imaging and psychophysical techniques for patient, normative, and family member studies. These experimental data are combined with careful chart review and analysis of clinical data. Degree may be either M.D., Ph.D., or similar degree. This position offers the opportunity to participate in the Harvard fellows program. The work requires excellent computer skills and communication skills, as well as analysis of medical chart data and writing of scientific papers. A stated goal is to achieve at least one first author paper on this project, plus submission of laboratory research to at least one major scientific meeting in the U.S. An interested candidate may wish to learn to develop instrumentation proposed on the grant, using biomedical optics techniques, although the primary function is to perform and analyze patient studies on existing apparatus. The environment includes several other retinal imaging and psychophysics projects and the corresponding colleagues. This position is available immediately, to allow as much overlap as possible with the existing, senior fellow. The Institute offers a generous benefits package for fellows. The Schepens Eye Research Institute is an affiliate of the Harvard Medical School and is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Please submit CV with three reference names to Ann E. Elsner, Ph.D. via Email. From jbouffard at ophthonix.com Wed Jan 15 18:33:01 2003 From: jbouffard at ophthonix.com (Judy Bouffard) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] Ophthonix, Inc. - Biomedical Engineer/Vision Scientist Message-ID: Biomedical Engineering Lots of challenges, long hours, hard work ... ... are the drawbacks of this opportunity. A fun place to work in San Diego, CA and exciting technology are the good news. Ophthonix, Inc. is developing breakthrough technology for the eye care market, and is one of a select few start-up companies that recently received venture funding from top tier venture funds. This should tell you that we are after something BIG. We are looking for A+ players that help us achieve our goals and want to play a major role in our success. Biomedical Engineer/Vision Scientist: The ideal candidate for this position should have a thorough understanding of the physiology of the human eye, in particular with regard to refraction, accommodation, visual acuity, contrast sensitivity and high order aberrations. The responsibility of this position will include the design, performance, and analysis of clinical experiments in vision science that will lay the foundation for the development of new ophthalmic diagnostic technologies. 5+ years experience in clinical vision research and/or development of ophthalmic equipment or devices is required. Must be hands on and detail oriented with good mathematical and analytical ability. Important: Please submit your resume and a brief description of your greatest professional achievement to: humanresources@ophthonix.com. Thanks! _____________________________ Judy Bouffard Manager of Administrative Services Ophthonix, Inc. 10455 Pacific Center Court San Diego, CA 92121 (858) 646-5452 (858) 646-5410 fax jbouffard@ophthonix.com From B.M.Raducanu at tue.nl Thu Jan 16 10:49:01 2003 From: B.M.Raducanu at tue.nl (Raducanu, B.M.) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] 2nd CFP: Special Session on "Applications of computer vision tech niques for HCI systems" Message-ID: <81E5F727841DD211A5FD0008C728DB7B0A4F2268@campusx1.tue.nl> The 7th World Multi-Conference on SYSTEMICS, CYBERNETICS AND INFORMATICS (SCI 2003) http://www.iiis.org/sci2003/ July 27-30, 2003 Orlando, Florida (USA) Sheraton World Resort CALL FOR PAPERS SPECIAL SESSION ON "APPLICATIONS OF COMPUTER VISION TECHNIQUES FOR HCI SYSTEMS" A key advantage of computer vision-based interfaces over the classical ones is their transparency from user's perspective. That's it, vision enable computers to perceive the user, to track his movements and actions. Despite recent developments in computer vision techniques and applications, there is still a long way until our environments will be filled with 'smart devices', that will respond at our demands and intentions. The purpose of the current special session is to offer a meeting opportunity for researchers in different applications areas to interact and exchange ideas so that the concepts presented here can be transfered from one application area to another. This special session is intended to cover, but it is not limited to, the following topics: - face localization - gaze and head orientation detection - facial expression recognition - human presence detection - human motion and gesture recognition - activity interpretation - multimodal and perceptual user interfaces - vision-based sensor fusion - scene modeling and understanding Prospective authors are invited to submit a paper (no longer than 6 pages) on any of the above (or related) topics. Authors are highly encouraged to submit electronically a PS or PDF file manuscript (for large files, a compressed version is recomended) to the special session organizer: Bogdan Raducanu E-mail: b.m.raducanu@tue.nl Alternatively, authors may submit a hardcopy version of the manuscript to the following address: B.M. Raducanu Technical University of Eindhoven - TU/e Industrial Design - HG 3.49 P.O. Box 513 5600 Eindhoven The Netherlands Deadlines: - February 20, 2003 - paper submission - March 15, 2003 - notification of acceptance - April 9, 2003 - camera ready paper For more details about this conference, please visit the conference main website: http://www.iiis.org/sci2003/ From ARoorda at OPTOMETRY.UH.EDU Thu Jan 16 10:53:44 2003 From: ARoorda at OPTOMETRY.UH.EDU (Roorda, Austin) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] Adaptive Optics Biomedical Imaging at the University of Houston Message-ID: <985311A05D386A4DA5C0EE43C338F057897C6B@Optometry.UH.EDU> Adaptive Optics Biomedical Imaging at the University of Houston A Research Associate position is open in the adaptive optics ophthalmoscopy laboratory of Austin Roorda at the University of Houston, College of Optometry. The work involves heading up the design and construction of a new adaptive optics scanning laser ophthalmoscope, an effort that is funded by a NIH Bioengineering Research Partnership. The new instrument will be compact, deployable in a clinical setting, and will be used for dynamic high-resolution imaging of living human eyes, including photoreceptor imaging and blood flow. The candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with a broader design team, all funded by the same grant, which includes groups from University of Rochester, Schepens Eye Research Institute and Lawrence Livermore National Labs, as well as other clinical sites. The candidate will also be encouraged to write technical and/or scientific papers. The candidate must have a PhD level degree, and have at least 2 years of postdoctoral experience in developing imaging systems, preferably related to ophthalmoscopy, adaptive optics or scanning laser imaging. The position is open immediately, and the salary will range from $35,000 to $55,000 depending on the qualification level and specific skills of the candidate. More information on the lab can be found at: http://www.opt.uh.edu/research/aroorda/aoslo.htm. Interested candidates should send a CV, the names and contact information of three references, and copies of relevant publications to Austin Roorda (aroorda@uh.edu). The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. _________________________________________________ Austin Roorda, PhD, Assistant Professor University of Houston College of Optometry 505 J. Davis Armistead Building Houston TX 77204-2020 tel:713-743-1952 fax:713-743-2053 email:aroorda@uh.edu http:\\www.opt.uh.edu\research\aroorda\index.html -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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ICVS is an international group of physiologists, psychologists, physicists, geneticists, optometrists, ophthalmologists and others who have a research interest in the many aspects of color vision and color vision deficiencies. Registration will be limited to 125 participants. A full social program will be included to foster informal interaction and to enjoy the physical beauty, history, and culture of Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. Early meeting registration and abstract submission are now open. Both will close April 1, 2003. Accommodations in either on-campus housing or nearby hotels can also now be reserved. On-campus housing deadline is also April 1. The reserved hotels will likely book up early. TENTATIVE SESSION TOPICS - Color appearance and constancies - Spatial and temporal aspects of color vision - Color vision outside the fovea - Retinal and cortical color processing - Photopigments and genetics of color vision - Comparative color vision, evolution, and ecology - Development and aging of color vision - Color-vision deficiencies, testing, and standards - Applied issues in color display and recognition FEATURED SPEAKERS (more to be announced) - Dennis Dacey, University of Washington - Anita Hendrickson, University of Washington - Brian Wandell, Stanford Univeristy - Shozo Yokoyama, Syracuse University SOCIAL PROGRAM (included in the meeting registration fee) - Group lunches and receptions to foster informal scientific and social interaction. - A reception/dinner and guided visit to the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture of the Pacific Northwest on the UW campus. - A visit to the vibrant and historic Pike Place Market and the Seattle waterfront. - An evening cruise of Puget Sound and Seattle waterways with views of downtown Seattle, Mount Rainier, and the Olympic Mountain Range. - A visit to Blake Island featuring a re-creation of a Northwest Native American village and traditional alder-smoked salmon dinner. - A formal conference banquet at the UW Faculty Club with sweeping views of Lake Washington and the Cascade Mountain Range. ACCOMPANYING PERSONS Seattle is a truly great place to visit and accompanying persons, including families, are most welcome. The conference web site notes accommodations particularly suited for families. The registration fee for accompanying persons will include all evening social events (receptions/dinners on Friday, Saturday, and Monday) and the Sunday excursion, as described above. CONFERENCE ORGANIZERS: Steve Buck Samir Deeb From calkins at cvs.rochester.edu Thu Jan 16 13:38:01 2003 From: calkins at cvs.rochester.edu (David Calkins) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] Position Available, University of Rochester Message-ID: <200301162031.h0GKVR8D006145@visionscience.com> *************** Position Available University of Rochester Department of Ophthalmology and Center for Visual Science A research faculty position (non-tenure track) is available immediately in the laboratory of Dr. David Calkins, Department of Ophthalmology and Center for Visual Science, University of Rochester Medical Center. Research in the laboratory focuses on genetic modulation of retinal circuits in health and disease, with special emphasis on (1) structure-function relationships in primate retina and (2) neuronal-glial interactions in glaucoma. Experimental approaches include patch-clamp physiology, single-cell RT-PCR, immunocytochemistry, cell-culture and electron microscopy. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in either patch-clamp physiology or molecular genetics and a desire to develop an independent line of investigation in the laboratory's area of focus. A PhD, demonstrated English language proficiency, and postdoctoral experience are required. The Department of Ophthalmology and Center for Visual Science are part of an exciting biomedical research community at the University of Rochester Medical Center, with opportunity for growth within the recently initiated Rochester Eye Institute. Qualified candidates should send via email a CV, statement of research interests, and the names of 2-3 references to: Dr. David Calkins Associate Professor Department of Ophthalmology University of Rochester Medical Center calkins@cvs.rochester.edu ********************************* From s.ungar at surrey.ac.uk Fri Jan 17 11:26:01 2003 From: s.ungar at surrey.ac.uk (Simon Ungar) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] Research post available at University of Surrey, UK. Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.0.20030117123847.051c5900@pop.surrey.ac.uk> University of Surrey Department of Psychology Research Fellow Salary up to ?20,311 RA1A.3 Applications are invited for a Research Fellow to work on a multidisciplinary (Psychology, Engineering and Cartography) EPSRC funded project on the design of tactile maps and map symbols for blind and visually impaired people. This post starts in February 2003 and will end 31 December 2005. The project involves collaboration with the Department of Geography and the Enterprise and Innovation Office of Anglia Polytechnic University (APU) and aims to explore ways of designing tactile maps for blind people using a new tactile printing process developed at APU. Dr Simon Ungar has been involved in the project for three years, and two researchers, one cartographer and one engineer, have been employed on the project for two years. Following a successful bid to EPSRC, a second engineer was recently appointed and this new research post is now available. No specific areas of expertise are necessary, but an interest in spatial cognition and/or experience of psychophysical methods would be an advantage. The willingness and ability to work in a multidisciplinary setting is important. The successful applicant will be based in the Department of Psychology at UniS, and will be responsible for carrying out a series of studies on the tactile perception of raised printed symbols. This will involve working closely with other researchers on the project to inform the design of symbols by the cartographer, and development of the printer by the engineers. It will be necessary to visit blind participants at their homes, or in schools or colleges. Other project colleagues are based at APU in Cambridge and therefore some travel to project meetings will be necessary. For informal inquiries contact Dr Simon Ungar on telephone 01483 686895 or email s.ungar@surrey.ac.uk For an application pack and details of how to apply, please contact Miss C Edminson, HR Officer, School of Human Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7XH. Telephone: 01483 686912. Email c.edminson@surrey.ac.uk or download application documents from www.surrey.ac.uk 'Employment Opportunities'. Closing date for applications is 31 January 03. Interviews will be held as soon as possible in February. The University is committed to an Equal Opportunities Policy ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ SIMON UNGAR Department of Psychology University of Surrey Guildford Surrey GU2 7XH U.K. Tel: +44 (0) 1483 68 6895 Fax: +44 (0) 1483 68 9553 e-mail: s.ungar@surrey.ac.uk ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ From zacher at cvr.yorku.ca Fri Jan 17 15:19:00 2003 From: zacher at cvr.yorku.ca (Jim Zacher) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] Call for poster submissions - CVR 2003 Summer Conference Honouring Dr. David Regan Message-ID: <3E28737B.1070301@cvr.yorku.ca> Greetings, VR 2003 Summer Conference Honouring Dr. David Regan Call for Poster Submissions Please submit your title, author list, and abstract (about 250 words) before April 15th, 2003. Successful poster submissions will be notified by May 7th, 2003. Posters should be no larger than 4' wide by 4' high (1.2 m x 1.2 m). Poster abstracts will be published and distributed at the conference. Posters will be displayed throughout the conference and presented during the coffee breaks. For more information concerning the posters and conference, please proceed to http://hpl.cvr.yorku.ca/cvr2003/ Thanks, Jim PS. I humbly apologize in advance for any and all the cross-posts 8-)... ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Jim Zacher Research Associate - Systems Administrator Centre for Vision Research - CVR 4700 Keele Street, Room 0014 CSB Toronto, Ontario M3J 1P3 Telephone (416) 736-2100 Ext. 33177 FAX: (416) 736-5857 Email zacher@cvr.yorku.ca Pager: (416) 381-9884 Website http://www.hpl.cvr.yorku.ca/jz.html "If something seems worthwhile but impossible, do it anyway! Because it is only the impossible that is worthwhile." Jim Floyd - AVRO Engineer ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ From m.kamermans at ioi.knaw.nl Sun Jan 19 14:08:00 2003 From: m.kamermans at ioi.knaw.nl (Maarten Kamermans) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoctoral Position in Retinal Neurophysiology - Amsterdam Message-ID: Postdoctoral Position in Retina Neurophysiology ? Amsterdam A postdoctoral position is available in a joined project of Dr. M. Kamermans (the Netherlands Ophthalmic Research Institute; Amsterdam; The Netherlands and Dr. H. van Hateren (University of Groningen; The Netherlands). This project is part of the ongoing research programs in both participating institutes, which strive to: 1) develop a quantitative understanding of the first processing steps in the visual system and 2) understand neural processing of natural stimuli. The purpose of the present project is to clarify the role of the outer retinal neuronal circuitry in the coding of information in the vertebrate retina, in particular the retina of the goldfish and zebrafish. In the project the statistics of visual stimuli as normally encountered by the retina will be investigated, and used to investigate the coding of information at the photoreceptor-horizontal cell-bipolar cell level. Naturalistic stimuli will be presented to the retina for developing good models both of the function and of the physiology of the circuit. The final goal is to obtain a quantitative understanding of the signal coding schemes in the outer retina. For this part of the project the technical approach mainly include patch-clamp recording of retinal neurons and computer simulations. The ideal candidate will have his/her PhD in neuroscience/electrophysiology/computational neuroscience. He/she will work in a multidisciplinary research group, which is located in the Netherlands Ophthalmic Research Institute in Amsterdam. The Netherlands Ophthalmic Research Institute is a research institute funded by the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) and is dedicated to fundamental research of the visual system. This position is available for three years and is funded by the Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research via the program FOM-ALW program Physical Biology-2. Interested candidates may send their C.V. and two letters of recommendation to Dr. M. Kamermans, Netherlands Ophthalmic Research Institute, Retinal Signal Processing Group, Meibergdreef 47, 1105 BA Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Informal inquiries are also welcome by email: m.kamermans@ioi.knaw.nl; phone: +31 (20) 566 5180 or fax: +31 (20) 566 6121; Information about the research group can be found on: www.ioi.knaw.nl/~kamermans From Marcello.Rosa at med.monash.edu.au Mon Jan 20 11:59:01 2003 From: Marcello.Rosa at med.monash.edu.au (Marcello Rosa) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoctoral position- Monash University, Melbourne, Australia Message-ID: The Vision Research Laboratory at the Department of Physiology, Monash University, is recruiting for a post-doctoral position suitable for a person who has recently completed, or is about to complete a PhD in Systems Neuroscience. The position is available immediately (January 2003), and has been funded to December 2005, with possibility of renewal. Relevant skills for the applicant include single-cell recording in behaving or anesthetized animals, anatomical tracing, and brain slice physiology. However, there is flexibility with respect to the project, and applicants with a good record of achievement in other areas are encouraged to apply. The key selection criteria will be ability to work independently (as indicated by referee reports), and a good publication record (judged relative to the applicant's stage of career). The Laboratory, led by Assoc. Prof. Marcello G. Rosa, is interested in the organization of the visual cortex of primates, with emphasis on the anatomy and physiology of extrastriate cortex. The salary will be NHMRC Research Officer range ($48,554-$52,121 Australian dollars, plus superannuation). If necessary, relocation costs to Melbourne will be covered (exact amount to be negotiated individually). There is no deadline for the application, as position will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified. For further information, contact: Marcello.Rosa@med.monash.edu.au. From john at eyelab.psy.msu.edu Wed Jan 22 14:10:01 2003 From: john at eyelab.psy.msu.edu (John M. Henderson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] Call for Papers, Special Issue of Visual Cognition: Real World Scene Perception Message-ID: <5.0.2.1.2.20030122132127.03e3e1f0@eyelab.psy.msu.edu> Call for Papers for a Special Issue of Visual Cognition "Real World Scene Perception" Guest Editor John M. Henderson Michigan State University Cognitive scientists, vision scientists, and cognitive neuroscientists have recently come to realize that a host of unique theoretical and empirical issues arise in the study of natural, real-world scene perception. Many of these issues are related to the fact that real-world scenes are structurally and semantically constrained in important ways that are not yet fully understood. Open topics specific to real-world scene perception include the nature and rapid acquisition of scene gist, representation of spatial layout, flexible use of spatial scale, integration of scene information across eye movements, updating of scene views during movement, visual search for meaningful objects in scenes, scene recognition, scene context effects on object perception, scene representation in memory, allocation of attention including eye fixations during scene viewing, and the neural implementation of these representations and processes in the brain. This special issue seeks to bring together recent studies of these and related topics to increase our understanding of the nature of real-world scene perception. Because the study of real-world scene perception benefits from an interdisciplinary approach, contributions are encouraged from investigators using a variety of research methods including behavioral techniques, eyetracking, functional neuroimaging, and computational modeling. Contributions that integrate theory with empirical work are especially encouraged, as are brief empirical papers. The deadline for submissions is September 1, 2003, for publication in spring of 2004. Electronic submissions in pdf format are preferred, and should be sent to: john@cogsci.msu.edu. Otherwise, paper submissions can be sent (five copies) to: John M. Henderson Cognitive Science Program Psychology Research Building Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48824-1117 All paper should be formatted according to APA style. Inquiries can be made via email to john@cogsci.msu.edu. From Dietrich.Paulus at web.de Wed Jan 22 14:20:03 2003 From: Dietrich.Paulus at web.de (Dietrich Paulus) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] JOB: Guest Lecture Position in Germany Oct 2003 - Feb 2004 Message-ID: <20030120161827.GA4936@lappaulus.fffrosch.de> Guest-Lectureship in Computer Science / Multimedia Techniques for the time of 01.10.2003 - 28.02.2004 at the University of Koblenz-Landau in Koblenz, Germany at the Computer Science Faculty (Institute for Computational Visualistics) within the DAAD-Guest Lecturer Programme (Innovatec). This position is based on the German Civil Servants Payment Scheme (up to C3). An explanation of salary scales and conditions of employment for professors in Germany can be found at www.uni-koblenz.de/~kgt/IM/salaries.html The successful candidate will be expected to carry out research in the area of image processing, vision, graphics or multi-media techniques for teaching and its didactics. Candidates can take advantage of the unique opportunities for interdisciplinary research through the Faculty of Computer Science, especially the Institute of Computational Visualistics and the Institute of Knowledge Media. Essential criteria for the position include a PhD in a relevant field, a distinguished international research and publication record. Further information can be obtained from paulus@uni-koblenz.de. The State of Rhineland-Palatinate and the University of Koblenz-Landau are committed to a student-centered learning environment where staff is readily available for student consultation. The University of Koblenz-Landau aims to increase the number of women in the scientific area and in leading positions. Handicapped candidates for the position with same skills will be favoured. Applications should submit till 28.02.2003 the following documents: curriculum vitae with scientific activities, list of publications, list of lectures) quoting the reference-number 16/2003 to: steed@uni-koblenz-landau.de or postal address: Praesident der Universitaet Koblenz-Landau,Praeidialamt, Isaac-Fulda-Allee 3, 55124 Mainz, Germany. This text as well as other open positions can be found in http://www.uni-koblenz-landau.de/aktuell/stellen.html From LChen at cns.neusc.bcm.tmc.edu Thu Jan 23 12:03:00 2003 From: LChen at cns.neusc.bcm.tmc.edu (Longtang Chen) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] postdoctoral position in visual-motor neurophysiology Message-ID: ********************************************** Baylor College of Medicine Research postdoctoral position on eye/head movement A postdoctoral position is available to study visuomotor representation in the frontal cortex. The project will investigate the neural control signals in alert, trained animals using multiple single-unit recording, microstimulation and reversible inactivation approaches. Experience with visual psychophysics, physiological and behavioral techniques is desirable but not necessary. Experience with programming (Matlab or C++) is encouraged. Division of Neuroscience at Baylor offers great opportunities to collaborate with excellent colleagues in integrative neuroscience. Baylor College of Medicine is EEO/AA employer. Please send CV and names of three referees to Longtang L Chen Assistant Professor Division of Neuroscience Baylor College of Medicine One Baylor Plaza Houston, TX 77030 Email: lchen@cns.bcm.tmc.edu Tel: 713-798-3648 Fax 713-798-3946. *********************************************** From rpadilla at creighton.edu Thu Jan 23 12:40:01 2003 From: rpadilla at creighton.edu (Padilla, Rene) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:35 2005 Subject: [vslist] Faculty Position Neuroscience Message-ID: <80B984EA4C4FA343852850A3280B6BCB10CDB5@SPAHPEXCH01.ad.creighton.edu> Assistant / Associate Professor Faculty Position Department of Occupational Therapy School of Pharmacy and Health Professions Creighton University Medical Center Creighton University, a Catholic, Jesuit institution invites applications of the position of Assistant / Associate Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy. Applications are invited for a twelve month, full-time, tenure-track position in the area of Neuroscience Applications to Occupation. Other teaching opportunities assigned based on interest and experience. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills and experience in clinical occupational therapy or related clinical discipline. An earned doctorate in a relevant discipline is preferred, although candidates with significant progress toward a doctorate degree will be considered. Applicants must be eligible for licensure in the State of Nebraska. Successful applicants will be expected to teach in the Clinical Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OTD) Program at the entry and/or post-professional levels. In addition, successful applicants will be expected to develop and pursue an independent research agenda for which ample support exists within the school. The position will open on July 1, 2003. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position has been filled. Send letter of interest, curriculum vita and four letters of reference to: Ren? Padilla, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA Chair, Department of Occupational Therapy School of Pharmacy and Health Professions Creighton University Medical Center 2500 California Plaza Omaha, NE 68178 (402) 280-5957 e-mail_ rpadilla@creighton.edu http://ot.creighton.edu Creighton University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030123/11c8bd8f/attachment.html From clemoal at esf.org Fri Jan 24 08:51:00 2003 From: clemoal at esf.org (Corinne Le Moal) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] EURESCO Conference on Three-Dimensional Sensory and Motor Space, Italy, 5-10 April 2003 Message-ID: <8A546988F3193F439717B089AD0877B857E1E5@esf2.esf.org> Dear Sir or Madam, Please find below information on a EURESCO Conference in Life Sciences, which may be of particular interest to you. Deadline is coming up soon...This may be your last chance to apply! Scientific programme, application form and further practical information are accessible on-line via http://www.esf.org/euresco/03/lc03110 For further details on this event, please contact Ms. Caroline Walford ( cwalford @esf.org) from the Euresco Office. Many thanks also for passing on this announcement to any of your colleagues who may be interested in this event. Kind regards, Corinne Le Moal, Publicity Officer EURESCO Office - European Science Foundation 1 quai Lezay-Marn?sia, 67080 Strasbourg, France Tel +33 388 76 71 35 Fax +33 388 36 69 87 http://www.esf.org/euresco Three-Dimensional Sensory and Motor Space EuroConference on Computational Mechanisms for the Generation and Perception of Action in 3D Space Acquafredda di Maratea (near Naples), Italy, 5-10 April 2003 Chair: Markus Lappe (Westf. Wilhelms Universit?t M?nster, D) Vice-chair: Daniel Wolpert (University College London, UK) Invited speakers: Aaron Bobick (Atlanta, US); Vittorio Gallese (Parma U., I); Concetta Morrone (Milan U., I); David Burr (Florence U., I); Martin Giese (MPI T?bingen, D); Aftab Patla (Waterloo U., CA); Holk Cruse (Bielefeld U., D); Werner Graf (CNRS Paris, F); Frank Pollick (Glasgow U., UK); Jacques Duysens (St. Maartens, NL); Laurence Harris (York U., CA); Maggie Shiffrar (Rutgers U. US); Luciano Fadiga (Parma U., I); K-P. Hoffmann (Bochum U., D); Niko Troje (Bochum U., D); Randy Flanagan (Queens U., CA); Marco Iacoboni (UCLA, US); Lucia Vaina (Boston U., US); Martha Flanders (Minnesota U., US); Marc Jeannerod (CNRS Bron, F); Bill Warren (Brown U., US); Maarten Frens (Erasmus MC, NL); Markus Lappe (M?nster U., D); Daniel Wolpert (UCL, UK). Scope: This meeting will focus on the computational mechanisms and strategies that allow us to generate and perceive movement and action in space. This includes the control of body stance, locomotion and goal-directed actions. Both the perception and the execution of these tasks are computationally very difficult, as many parameters in different frames of reference have to be integrated and controlled simultaneously. Over the last few years there have been more and more indications that the perception of motor actions might be supported by mechanisms that are very similar to those in control of these actions. Special emphasis will be placed on the following topics: Links between perception and action, Control of posture and stance, optic flow, Control of locomotion, Perception of biological motion, Control of action sequences, Recognition of action sequences. Poster sessions will be organised. Support: A certain number of grants will be available for young researchers - 35 or under - who are nationals of a Member State of the European Union or of an Associated State and who are active inside or outside these Member or Associated States at the time of the event. Associated States are: Bulgaria, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Iceland, Israel, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia and Slovenia. Applications from female researchers are encouraged. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030124/408768ca/attachment.html From wolfe at search.bwh.harvard.edu Mon Jan 27 14:48:01 2003 From: wolfe at search.bwh.harvard.edu (Jeremy Wolfe) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Good Job for a Good Student Message-ID: I have a great job for an excellent graduating senior. Please forgive me if you get more than one copy of this bit of mail and please find me someone good and please post this around your department and please feel free to pass this along electronically to lists that students will see. Note: I have had an excellent collection of research assistants over the years. Many of them have found that their two years in my lab have helped them along the road to graduate school or medical school. Thanks Jeremy ************************************************************* PLEASE POST THIS WHERE SENIORS WILL SEE IT RESEARCH ASSISTANT POSITION AVAILABLE in VISION/COGNITIVE SCIENCE START DATE: Summer '03 This position is in a lab that conducts psychophysical/behavioral research primarily in the area of visual attention. How is attention deployed? Do you need attention to recognize an object, to remember a scene? What happens after attention is deployed away from a previously attended object? What is "conscious" visual perception? Most experiments test healthy young adults. The position involves all stages of the research process from planning experiments to helping to write up results for publication, but the main focus is data collection and analysis. RAs usually attend and present at one scientific meeting each year. This position requires a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree. A major in Psychology or related field would be plus, but is not necessary. Some research experience would also be useful. The position is not appropriate for those with advanced degrees. A candidate must be legally able to work in the US (not on a student visa). A candidate should have computer experience (We use Macs) and should be willing to learn how to use our statistics, graphics, and word processing packages. Programming experience is not necessary, but familiarity with C and/or MatLab would be a plus. A candidate must be able to work independently and should be able to interact with subjects in a tactful and pleasant manner. This is an excellent position for a new college graduate who wants to spend two or more years in a research setting before going on to graduate or medical school. NOTE: A two year commitment is required. If interested, please contact Prof. Jeremy M Wolfe Visual Attention Lab Brigham & Women's Hospital / Harvard Medical School 333 Longwood Ave. Boston, MA 02115 EMAIL IS THE BEST PLACE TO START: wolfe@search.bwh.harvard.edu More information about the lab is available on our website: search.bwh.harvard.edu -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: text/enriched Size: 2785 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030127/4da01b4c/attachment.bin From peter.hansen at physiol.ox.ac.uk Tue Jan 28 12:18:00 2003 From: peter.hansen at physiol.ox.ac.uk (Peter Hansen) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoctoral Position Available - Oxford University Message-ID: UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD LABORATORY OF PHYSIOLOGY POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH SCIENTIST Salary: RS1A SCALE UKP 24,121 - 27,339 p.a. Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research scientist to work with a multi-centre group studying vision and reading with specific application to developmental dyslexia. The research project is a neuroimaging investigation of the role of the occipito-temporal cortex in visual word recognition, object vision and reading. The research strategy integrates behavioural, eye-movement and neuroimaging techniques (fMRI and MEG) to investigate the location, nature and timing of the information being processed. The post is based in Oxford with travel as required to Aston University for MEG studies. The post is funded by the Wellcome Trust for three years starting as soon as possible. Further particulars are available from here: http://www.cogneuro.ox.ac.uk/jobs/fp_as02041.pdf For further information e-mail: reference@physiol.ox.ac.uk or write to the Deputy Administrator, University Laboratory of Physiology, Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PT (quoting reference: AS02041. Written applications to the Deputy Administrator should include a curriculum vitae and the details of two referees who may be contacted prior to interview. The closing date for applications is 21 February 2003. --- Dr Peter Hansen FMRI Senior Research Scientist peter.hansen@physiol.ox.ac.uk University Research Lecturer Centre for Cognitive Neuroscience University of Oxford From carol at sickkids.ca Tue Jan 28 12:22:42 2003 From: carol at sickkids.ca (Carol Westall) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoctoral Position in Pediatric Vision Lab Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.0.20030128134516.0205b170@resmail.sickkids.on.ca> Postdoctoral Position in Visual Neuroscience HOSPITAL FOR SICK CHILDREN AND UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO. Brain & Behaviour/Research Institute and Department of Ophthalmology, Toronto, Canada A postdoctoral position in Visual Neuroscience is available immediately within the Hospital for Sick Children Vision Research Group, under the directorship of Dr. Carol Westall. The group comprises of a vision scientist, 4 graduate students and one post doctoral fellow. Description of the Position: The successful applicant will investigate visual and retinal functions using clinical electrophysiological (electroretinogram, multifocal electroretinogram and visual evoked potentials) techniques. The projects in which she/he will be involved will include a multidisciplinary team of scientists and physicians at the Hospital for Sick Children and University of Toronto. Projects investigating evidence of ocular toxicity in children and adults will be a priority. Visual and retinal function will be investigated in subjects with exposure to environmental insult or prescribed drugs, which cause visual toxicity such as vigabatrin (used for seizure control), chemotherapy or antimalarials. Visual function will be assessed using visual evoked potentials (sweep VEP) to study contrast sensitivity and visual acuity and pattern onset VEPs (equiluminant colour) to assess L-M and S- colour mechanisms in the human visual system. Retinal function will be investigated with electroretinography (single flash and multifocal). For further information on research in the Westall lab please visit: www.sickkids.ca/research/profiles/westall.asp or email carol@sickkids.ca Qualifications: The applicant should have a strong background in clinical visual electrophysiological recording, vision science and/or toxicology. A Ph.D. in an area related to visual science or M.D. with post-doctoral experience in toxicology and ophthalmology is required. The applicant should have excellent quantitative and analytical skills. The ability to communicate clearly in English in both written and verbal form is essential. Previous pediatric experience is an asset. Applications from self-directed, energetic and motivated scientists are welcome. Salary: Commensurate with the Canadian Institute of Health Research (CIHR). Please email CV and names of 3 referees to: Erin O'Hare The Hospital for Sick Children 555 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M5G1X8 Fax (416) 813-5671 E-mail: hr.recruiter@sickkids.ca Must Quote File Number BB0110-EO Please include the names and contact information of three references with your cover letter and resume. We thank you in advance for your interest. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030128/aeb56de4/attachment.html From seiffert at ipk-gatersleben.de Wed Jan 29 11:51:01 2003 From: seiffert at ipk-gatersleben.de (Udo Seiffert) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Bioinformatics Session, Oxford U.K., September 2003 Message-ID: <3E37CCD8.2030804@ipk-gatersleben.de> Dear All, You might be interested in this event Invited Session on Bioinformatics Using Computational Intelligence Paradigms at the International Conference on Knowledge-based Intelligent Information & Engineering Systems 3 - 5 SEPTEMBER 2003, ST ANNE'S COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD, U.K. Further information: http://bic-gh.ipk-gatersleben.de./projects/mue/bi_ke/BI_KES03.html Regards, Udo Seiffert From Peter.Smith at brooks.af.mil Mon Feb 3 11:28:00 2003 From: Peter.Smith at brooks.af.mil (Smith Peter A Contr AFRL/HEDO) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoctoral Employment Opportunity Message-ID: <49E6477CFC661548823393E6ADDA8E300221FC56@nugget.brooks.af.mil> Join Northrop Grumman Information Technology in San Antonio, TX for an exciting opportunity on the leading edge! We have an urgent need for an innovative, highly motivated vision scientist with an interest in defense related vision research, particularly the susceptibility of the human visual system to laser light. If you're at home interacting with customers, and proposing research projects, and have the ability, enthusiasm and aptitude to play a leading research role, you'll join an experienced team of researchers in vision science and laser biophysics. Like them, you'll want to work towards enhancing the safety, survival and performance of the personnel of the United States Air Force. You'll design studies, prepare research proposals, conduct experiments, analyze data, and present your findings. You'll discover San Antonio is a fun city to work, and the exciting technology that Northrop Grumman is developing for the USAF will provide the job satisfaction that you are looking for. Job Qualifications: The successful applicant will need to have a thorough understanding of the human visual system, including light and dark adaptation, contrast sensitivity, and visual psychophysics, gained through a PhD in an area related to vision science. A strong scientific background with good mathematical and writing skills and laboratory experience are essential. Some experience with optics, computer programming, human perceptual or psychological measurements, computer modeling and electronics would all be assets. US Citizenship is required. To find out more about us, take a look at our web site at www.northropgrummanit.com, apply for the position online - look in careers. To find out more about the job, send me an email. Peter A Smith, PhD Northrop Grumman Information Technology Defense Enterprise Solutions Mgr, Performance and Safety Section peter.smith@northropgrumman.com From dayan at gatsby.ucl.ac.uk Mon Feb 3 11:38:13 2003 From: dayan at gatsby.ucl.ac.uk (Peter Dayan) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Faculty position: Gatsby Computational Neuroscience Unit Message-ID: <20030203164620.A18789@miller.gatsby.ucl.ac.uk> The Gatsby Computational Neuroscience Unit is looking to recruit a lecturer (roughly equivalent to an assistant professor). We seek someone with interests from across the range of theoretical neuroscience and machine learning that would complement and bolster our existing strengths in neural representation, neural computation, and foundational and applied aspects of learning and Bayesian statistics. There is also the opportunity to run a human psychophysics lab in the service of testing theories. Remuneration will be at a level appropriate to the international standing of the successful candidate. The Gatsby Unit was set up at University College London as a research institute devoted to computational neuroscience and machine learning. We have core funding for four faculty, five postdocs and around ten PhD students. We have no undergraduate programme, so only graduate-level teaching is required. We are located in Queen Square, London, in close proximity to the Institutes of Neurology and Cognitive Neuroscience and the Functional Imaging Lab, and also have close ties with the Departments of Anatomy, Computer Science, Psychology, Physiology and Statistics at UCL and with groups in Physics and Experimental Psychology at Cambridge and beyond. Applications, including a CV, a statement of research interests and accomplishments and full contact details for three referees should be sent by 14th March 2003 by email to Alexandra Boss at alexandra@gatsby.ucl.ac.uk, or by mail to her at Gatsby Computational Neuroscience Unit, UCL, Alexandra House, 17 Queen Square, London WC1N 3AR, UK. For further information, please see www.gatsby.ucl.ac.uk or contact Peter Dayan at dayan@gatsby.ucl.ac.uk From ej at salk.edu Mon Feb 3 17:30:01 2003 From: ej at salk.edu (E.J. Chichilnisky) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] postdoc position: motion psychophysics & primate retina, Salk Institute Message-ID: I welcome postdoc applications from candidates with quantitative psychophysics research experience who would like to use their skills to study the neural constraints on motion processing imposed by the primate retina. My lab is currently focused on understanding how visual processing in the retina constrains and influences motion sensing in primates. To do this we perform multi-electrode recordings from collections of parasol (magnocellular-projecting) retinal ganglion cells presented with moving stimuli and develop approaches to read out the population-coded motion signal in these cells. With this unique experimental approach we would like to establish a quantitative connection between retinal processing and behavioral motion sensing in primates. I seek a postdoc with quantitative psychophysics research experience who would like to develop stimuli appropriate to make this comparison, perform the psychophysical experiments on humans, collaborate with others who perform the neurophysiological measurements (and learn them along the way, if desired), and develop quantitative approaches to comparing psychophysical and retinal motion signals. The Salk Institute provides a stimulating research environment with a particular strength in vision research. Thank you, ej -- E.J. Chichilnisky Assistant Professor, Systems Neurobiology The Salk Institute 10010 North Torrey Pines Road La Jolla, CA 92037-1099 Phone: (858) 453-4100 (x1286) Fax: (858) 455-7933 mailto:ej@salk.edu http://www.salk.edu/faculty/chichilnisky.html From gianluca.campana at psy.ox.ac.uk Tue Feb 4 11:30:00 2003 From: gianluca.campana at psy.ox.ac.uk (Gianluca Campana) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] University of Padova (Italy), research assistent required Message-ID: I am pleased to announce (prior to formal application procedures) the opening up of a 24 month position on a grant for a research assistant position in perception, psychophysics and neuroscience, starting in few months time at the Department of General Psychology of the University of Padova (Italy). Also, if you know of anyone at other institutions who might be interested please let them know ASAP. RESEARCH ASSISTANT: ?12900 pa We are seeking a full-time pre-doctoral researcher, to help with a recently approved grant: "Effects of experience on behavioural and cortical response to texture segmentation in human observers? You will be expected to prepare materials, run experiments on a computer, enter resulting data and conduct data analyses. You should have a first or postgraduate degree in psychology and a strong background in quantitative and experimental methodology, and possibly have some knowledge on VEPs or ERPs. At present I wish to establish whether there is any interest in this position. Best regards Gianluca Campana From csaba.beleznai at acv.ac.at Tue Feb 4 11:39:57 2003 From: csaba.beleznai at acv.ac.at (Csaba Beleznai) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] ANNOUNCEMENT OF CANCELLATION - CACM 2003 Workshop Message-ID: <50726031C3515F4F879593DD4E801AE6021414@acvstg03.intern.acv.ac.at> ---------------------- apologies for duplicates ----------------------------------------- ANNOUNCEMENT OF CANCELLATION INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP ON CONTEXT-BASED ACTIVE CONTOUR MODELS CACM 2003 The CACM2003 workshop on Context-based Active Contour Models, scheduled for April 3rd 2003 (in conjunction with the ICVS 2003, Graz, Austria), has been cancelled due to insufficient number of submissions. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------- From kremers at uni-tuebingen.de Thu Feb 6 11:12:00 2003 From: kremers at uni-tuebingen.de (jan kremers) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] conference announcement Message-ID: <3E4216BD.55FBF419@uni-tuebingen.de> CONFERENCE ANOUNCEMENT AND FIRST CALL FOR PAPERS THE STRUCTURE, FUNCTION AND EVOLUTION OF THE PRIMATE VISUAL SYSTEM (PRIMAVISION) T?BINGEN, GERM ANY, 6th - 9th JULY 2003. Invited Speakers: Barry B. Lee (New York, USA) Ulrike Gr?nert (Melbourne, Australia) Jon Kaas (Nashville, USA) Vivien Casagrande (Nashville, USA) Daniel Osorio (Brighton, UK) David Hunt (London, UK) Gerald Jacobs (Santa Barbara, USA) Eberhart Zrenner (T?bingen, Germany) Poster presentations are possible and encouraged; a few slots for oral presentations are still available. Abstracts can be send by e-mail to jan.kremers@uni-tuebingen.de Early registration is encouraged because the number of participants is restricted to 100. A registration form can be downloaded from the Web-site: www.ocuserv.de/prima/. The registration forms can be faxed (fax nr.: +49-(0)7071-293774) or e-mailed to prima@ocuserv.de.The fee will be 300 Euro (early registration). After March 31st the registration fee is 350 Euro. The fee covers registration, all meals including the conference dinner (Monday night) and coffee breaks. Accommodation forms are also available. Online Reservation is possible on: www.tuebingen-info.de/hotels/hotel_en.htm. If you make an online reservation, please notify that you want to participate at the ?Primavision? conference. Three prize classes for accommodation are available (breakfast included): budget: single room 35 to 45 Euro; Double room: up to 66 Euro. midprice: single room 45 to 68 Euro; Double room: 66 to 100 Euro. luxury: single room 68 to 90 Euro; Double room: 100 to 145 Euro. The conference will be held at the University of T?bingen. T?bingen is a small town in the southern parts of Germany. It has a beautiful medieval centre and is located in a very nice scenery that invites for long hiking tours or also for strolls in leisure. T?bingen is conveniently located 25 km (17 miles) south of Stuttgart international airport. Fast and convenient train connections are available to Stuttgart. From there it takes about an hour to get to T?bingen train station. We look forward to seeing you in July. The Organising Committee Jan Kremers (local organizer, scientific organizer) Thomas Wheeler-Schilling (local organizer) Emanuela de Luca (local organizer) Luiz Carlos L. Silveira (Bel?m, Brazil; scientific organizer) Paul R. Martin (Melbourne, Australia; scientific organizer) Enquiries: jan.kremers@uni-tuebingen.de -- ********************************************************* Jan Kremers Dept. of Experimental Ophthalmology University of Tuebingen Eye Hospital Roentgenweg 11 72076 Tuebingen Germany Tel.: +49 (0)7071 29 85031 Fax: +49 (0)7071 29 5777 http://www.uak.medizin.uni-tuebingen.de/depii/groups/jan/ ********************************************************* From reinhard at cs.ucf.edu Fri Feb 7 15:25:01 2003 From: reinhard at cs.ucf.edu (Erik Reinhard) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] ACM Transactions on Applied Perception - Call for papers Message-ID: <1044652653.3e44226d42afb@mail.cs.ucf.edu> ACM Transactions on Applied Perception - Call for papers (Apologies for cross-posting) ______________ Aims and scope ______________ Numerous breakthroughs in computer science have come out of the assimilation of results from other disciplines. Recently, there has been an increasing appreciation of the gains that can be made through the application of findings from the field of experimental psychology. Similarly, the latter may benefit from computational and algorithmic advances in computer science. The purpose of ACM Transactions on Applied Perception is to further the development of inter-disciplinary research that crosses the boundaries between perception and computer science disciplines such as graphics, vision, acoustics and haptics. This journal aims to broaden the synergy between computer science and psychology/perception by publishing top quality papers that help to unify research in these fields. The scope of this journal includes applications and algorithms in any area of research that incorporates elements of perception and computer science. Topics include, but are not limited to: Visual: perceptually based techniques in computer graphics, scientific/data/information visualization, digital imaging and computer vision. Auditory: auditory display and interfaces, perceptual auditory coding, spatialized sound, speech synthesis/recognition Haptics: haptic rendering, haptic input and perception Sensorimotor: vestibular interfaces, eye/head tracking input, gesture input, body movement input Multimodal rendering and multimodal interaction: Sensory integration: ____________________ Submission procedure ____________________ We will begin accepting papers in March 2003 and anticipate to publish the first issue in January 2004. Please visit the ACM Transactions on Applied Perception web site http://www.acm.org/tap/ for information on how to submit papers. _______________ Editorial board _______________ Andrew Beall, University of California, Santa Barbara Perry Cook, Princeton University Bill Cowan, University of Waterloo Ramani Duraiswami, University of Maryland James Elder, York University James Ferwerda, Cornell University Tom Funkhouser, Princeton University Yves Guiard, CNRS & Universite de la Mediterranee Christopher Healey, North Carolina State University Ken Hinckley, Microsoft Corporation Victoria Interrante, University of Minnesota Dan Kersten, University of Minnesota Roberta Klatzky, Carnegie Mellon University Michael Langer, McGill University Susan Lederman, Queen's University Jack M. Loomis, University of California, Santa Barbara Gary Meyer, University of Minnesota Karol Myszkowski, Max-Planck-Institut fur Informatik Dinesh Pai, Rutgers University Penny Rheingans, University of Maryland, Baltimore County Holly Rushmeier, IBM T J Watson Research Center Pawan Sinha, MIT William B. Thompson, University of Utah Tom Troscianko, University of Bristol Colin Ware, University of New Hampshire Pavel Zahorik, University of Wisconsin - Madison ________________ Editors-in-chief ________________ For further information, please visit the ACM Transactions on Applied Perception web site (http://www.acm.org/tap) or contact one of the editors-in-chief: Erik Reinhard School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science University of Central Florida Orlando, FL32816-2362 e-mail: reinhard@cs.ucf.edu Heinrich Buelthoff Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics Cognitive and Computational Psychophysics Department Spemannstrasse 38 72076 Tuebingen e-mail: heinrich.buelthoff@tuebingen.mpg.de ------------------------------------------------- This mail sent through IMP: http://horde.org/imp/ From Karl.R.Gegenfurtner at psychol.uni-giessen.de Mon Feb 10 10:50:01 2003 From: Karl.R.Gegenfurtner at psychol.uni-giessen.de (Karl Gegenfurtner) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] 3-year postdoctoral position on natural scene perception Message-ID: <3E47B1C0.1010908@uni-giessen.de> 3 year DFG funded Post-doc position Karl Gegenfurtner has funding for a postdoc position at the Psychology Department of Giessen University. The position is within a project on the processing of natural scenes. In particular, we are combining psychophysical experiments with computational approaches to image classification. The project is a collaboration with Felix Wichmann at the newly established department for empirical inference at the Max-Planck-Institute for biological cybernetics in T?bingen. There is also the possibility to conduct brain imaging experiments at the Bender Institute of Neuroimaging, located on the ground floor of the Psychology Department. We would particularly like to find someone interested in both experimental and theoretical approaches to the visual system. Programming skills would be a clear advantage. We are looking for someone who can start in the next few months. Giessen is a small university town located in the center of Germany, only half an hour north of Frankfurt. Salary is according to German standards (BAT IIa), approximately 25.000 Euro per year. For further information, please send an email to gegenfurtner@uni-giessen.de. To apply, send a letter of motivation, a CV and the names of up to three referees to the same email address. -- Prof. Karl Gegenfurtner, Abteilung Allgemeine Psychologie Justus-Liebig-Universit?t, Otto-Behaghel-Str. 10, 35394 Giessen phone: +49 641 9926100 mailto:gegenfurtner@uni-giessen.de fax: +49 641 9926119 http://www.allpsych.uni-giessen.de/karl From tom.troscianko at bristol.ac.uk Mon Feb 10 11:14:01 2003 From: tom.troscianko at bristol.ac.uk (Tom Troscianko) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] PhD studentship in visual ecolog, University of Bristol Message-ID: Ph.D. studentship in signal design and avian visual perception Innes Cuthill, Julian Partridge (School of Biological Sciences, University of Bristol) and Tom Troscianko (Department of Experimental Psychology, University of Bristol) are offering a Ph.D. studentship this year on the evolution of visual signals, with special reference to "startle" displays used as a defence by insects against birds. The student needs to be computationally adept and need not be a biologist, but a psychology, computer sciences or mathematics graduate would have to be interested in biological questions. Similarly, a biologist would have to be prepared to learn about visual psychology and computational models of vision. This exciting interdisciplinary project is backed by major BBSRC grant funding and there may also be the opportunity for tropical fieldwork. The Ph.D. studentship pays fees for EU students as well as a grant for living expenses. Further details from tom.troscianko@bris.ac.uk From cindy at cns.bu.edu Tue Feb 11 13:51:00 2003 From: cindy at cns.bu.edu (Cynthia Bradford) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] ABSTRACT SUBMISSION DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED: 7th ICCNS Message-ID: <028001c2d20f$4541d580$573dc580@bu.edu> ******FINAL CALL FOR ABSTRACTS***** NEW SUBMISSION DEADLINE: February 18, 2003 THE DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED in response to many requests SEVENTH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON COGNITIVE AND NEURAL SYSTEMS Tutorials: May 28, 2003 Meeting: May 29-31, 2003 Boston University 677 Beacon Street Boston, Massachusetts 02215 http://cns.bu.edu/meetings/ Sponsored by Boston University's Center for Adaptive Systems and Department of Cognitive and Neural Systems with financial support from the Office of Naval Research Confirmed invited speakers: Andreas G. Andreou, Andrew Barto, Irving Biederman, Emilio Bizzi, Richard Born, Neil Burgess, Gail A. Carpenter, C.R. Gallistel, Ann M. Graybiel, Stephen Grossberg, Eric Halgren, Sarah Hawkins, Michael J. Kahana, John K. Kruschke, Victor A.F. Lamme, Robert Nosofsky, Rosalind Picard, Jordan Pollack, Josef P. Rauschecker, Barbara Shinn-Cunningham, James T. Todd, Roger Tootell, Donald C. Wunsch, Steven Yantis Please visit the web site http://cns.bu.edu/meetings for conference details, including: *abstract submission guidelines *registration form *schedule of confirmed invited speakers and their lecture titles *graduate student and postdoctoral travel fellowship information *local lodging options From cindy at cns.bu.edu Wed Feb 12 13:10:00 2003 From: cindy at cns.bu.edu (Cynthia Bradford) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Call for Papers: 2004 Special Issue of Neural Networks on Vision and Brain Message-ID: <02ff01c2d2d2$e5beb140$573dc580@bu.edu> CALL FOR PAPERS 2004 Special Issue VISION AND BRAIN Understanding how the brain sees is one of the most active and exciting areas in perceptual science, neuroscience, and modeling. This is because vision is one of our most important sources of information about the world, and a large amount of brain is used to process visual signals, ranging from early filtering processes through perceptual grouping, surface formation, depth perception, texture perception, figure-ground separation, motion perception, navigation, search, and object recognition. This Special Issue will incorporate invited and contributed articles focused on recent experimental and modeling progress in unifying physiological, psychophysical and computational mechanisms of vision. The Special Issue will also include articles that summarize biologically inspired approaches to computer vision in technology, including hardware approaches to realizing neuromorphic vision algorithms. CO-EDITORS: Professor David Field, Cornell University Professor Leif Finkel, University of Pennsylvania Professor Stephen Grossberg, Boston University SUBMISSION: Deadline for submission: September 30, 2003 Notification of acceptance: January 31, 2004 Format: no longer than 10,000 words; APA reference format ADDRESS FOR SUBMISSION: Stephen Grossberg, Editor Neural Networks Department of Cognitive and Neural Systems Boston University 677 Beacon Street, Room 203 Boston, Massachusetts 02215 USA From Research at BiOpticDriving.org Wed Feb 12 14:27:00 2003 From: Research at BiOpticDriving.org (BiOptic Driving Network) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] CALL FOR PAPERS - International BiOptic Driving Conference, London Message-ID: <009d01c2d2dd$4284ccc0$6c464ed5@gateway> CALL FOR PAPERS - International BiOptic Driving Conference, London July 4-6 INTRODUCTION The program committee of the International BiOptic Driving Conference invites your participation in this important international conference to be held in London, England July 4th - 6th, 2003. The conference is being organized with the purpose of bringing international discussions to the issue of driving with BiOptic telescopes for individuals with low vision. It is also the intent of the program committee to provide the stimulus, through research and clinical presentations, for more aggressive efforts for rigorous research in this important area of visual functioning. Most importantly this conference is also intended to raise public awareness of driving and visual impairment issues. The conference will have invited speakers covering the areas of personal experiences of being a visually impaired driver, visual impairment and clinical aspects of driving performance, instructional protocols with behind-the-wheel experiences and legislation / standards for obtaining licensure. It is anticipated that this conference will attract both vision professionals and consumers (adolescents and adults who are visually impaired and who do not have a driver's license). The program committee encourages abstracts for presentations to be submitted from vision researchers, low vision clinicians, medical professionals, low vision association members, driving instructors, orientation and mobility specialists, licensing bureau officers, individuals who are visually impaired with personal experience in this area they wish to share and anyone else interested in the topic of BiOptics and driving. An abstract is a short 500 word (or less) description / outline of what the applicant intends to present to the group at the meeting. SELECTION CRITERIA FOR ABSTRACTS The abstracts are to be reviewed by the program committee. Applicants will be notified of acceptance for their presentation Presentations will be 20 minutes long with 10 minutes for questions. All submissions must be complete and submitted electronically (program@BiOpticDriving.org) by March 13, 2003. Primary authors will be notified by email of their acceptance and time of presentation of their paper by April 2, 2003. Acceptance will be based on the following criteria: 1. The abstract must be received by March 13, 2003. 2. The abstract must contain sufficient detail for evaluation of its quality and its relationship to the conference topic of BiOptic driving. 3. The abstract may be on original research, literature review or previously published material. 4. The information conveyed must be of sufficient general interest to vision professionals, consumers or licensing authorities. 5. The abstract must clear, concise and well-written - for potential incorporation into conference proceedings. 6. The abstract, if research oriented must include background, results and conclusion. 7. The abstract, if case report oriented, must include background, case summary and conclusion. 8. Those submitting anecdotal experiences related to visual impairment and driving must provide a description of the experiences and relevance to the conference participants. Personal experiences in driving, obtaining licensure, being denied licensure and such other experiences are welcome. For further information contact Dr. Randy Jose: rjose@uh.edu and visit www.biopticdriving.org Randall Jose, OD, FAAO, Head of Program Committee, Director, Center for Sight Enhancement/University Eye Institute, University of Houston/College of Optometry, 505 J. Davis Armistead Bldg. Houston, TX 77204-2020 USA T: 713 743 0799 F: 713 743 0190 From J.Harris at newcastle.ac.uk Fri Feb 14 09:51:01 2003 From: J.Harris at newcastle.ac.uk (Julie Harris) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] PhD Studentships: Newcastle, UK. Message-ID: Psychology Research Studentships, School of Biology, University of Newcastle upon Tyne We are an enthusiastic and growing research community which provides a stimulating and exciting research environment. This year we are offering a number of studentships funded by Research Councils and the School of Biology. We have a particularly strong vision grouping, whose research interests are outlined below. Please feel free to contact individual faculty directly. The visual and neuroscience grouping covers a diverse range of research areas, including cognitive and computational neuroscience in both vertebrates and invertebrates; human visual perception; visual neurophysiology; perception and action; psychophysics of colour vision; perception of natural images; neurophysiology of spatial and episodic memory; functional brain imaging. Vision faculty members include: Piers Cornelissen (p.l.cornelissen@ncl.ac.uk) - Visual imaging (including MEG, fMRI) Julie Harris (j.harris@ncl.ac.uk) - Human binocular vision and eye movements Anya Hurlbert (anya.hurlbert@ncl.ac.uk) - Human vision, shape and colour perception Gabriele Jordan (gabriele.jordan@ncl.ac.uk) - colour vision, tetrachromacy Ted Sharpe (l.t.sharpe@ncl.ac.uk) - Colour vision and psychophysics Yoav Tadmor (yoav.tadmor@ncl.ac.uk) - Natural image analysis Alexander Thiele (alex.thiele@ncl.ac.uk) - Visual neuroscience Martin Tovee (m.j.tovee@ncl.ac.uk) - Visual neurophysiology, human attractiveness Malcolm Young (m.p.young@ncl.ac.uk) - Systems and computational neuroscience Further information on specific topics can be found through http://www.psychology.ncl.ac.uk, http://www.ncl.ac.uk/biol/postgrad/psychology/research_degrees and http://redeye.ncl.ac.uk. Please contact individual members of staff with whom you would like to work. Applicants should have or expect to obtain at least an upper second class honours degree. Please send a CV and letter expressing why you wish to undertake a PhD and in what area. Good applicants will also provide a proposal for a project. Deadline is Friday 28th March 2003. Applications to and further information from: Dr. Gabriele Jordan, Postgraduate Tutor, School of Biology, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, The Henry Wellcome Building for Neuroecology, Framlington Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4HH. Tel: 0191-222-5624, Fax: 0191-222-5622, e-mail: Gabriele.Jordan@ncl.ac.uk -- ========================================================= Dr. Julie M. Harris Reader in Visual Perception and EPSRC Advanced Fellow School of Biology (Psychology) Henry Wellcome Building University of Newcastle upon Tyne Framlington Place Newcastle NE2 4HH, UK. tel: 44-191-222-8815 fax: 44-191-222-5622 email: J.Harris@ncl.ac.uk URL: http://www.ncl.ac.uk/biol/research/psychology/nsg/bvl/harris/ ========================================================= From brainard at CATTELL.psych.upenn.edu Fri Feb 14 10:00:34 2003 From: brainard at CATTELL.psych.upenn.edu (David Brainard) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Undergraduate Summer Workshop - Vision and Language Message-ID: UNDERGRADUATE SUMMER WORKSHOP. Applications are now being accepted for the Sixth Annual Undergraduate Workshop in Cognitive Science and Cognitive Neuroscience, to be held at Penn's Institute for Research in Cognitive Science, June 9-20, 2003. The topics for this year's workshop are VISION and LANGUAGE. Undergraduates with a strong interest in cognitive science or cognitive neuroscience are encouraged to apply; relevant coursework and research experience is preferred but not required. Application deadline is March 17th. More information and the on-line application are at http://www.ircs.upenn.edu/summer2003. From ogmen at incaroads.ee.uh.edu Fri Feb 14 21:22:01 2003 From: ogmen at incaroads.ee.uh.edu (Haluk Ogmen) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] University of Houston, Neuro-Engineering: NSF REU Opportunities Message-ID: <200302142136.h1ELaJo27291@incaroads.ee.uh.edu> NSF REU (Research Experiences for Undergraduates) Opportunities in visual psychophysics and computational modeling Summer 2003 University of Houston, Neuro-Engineering Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering This program is designed to provide qualified undergraduates (US Citizens and Permanent Residents) with the opportunity to conduct a research project under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Applications will be reviewed on a first-come-first-served basis. The final deadline for receipt of applications is April 1, 2003. Each application will be acknowledged, and all applicants will be notified on or before April 8, 2003, as to their status. Students selected for participation in this program will receive a stipend of $3,850. Non-local students will receive a subsistence allowance to cover the costs of room and board. All tuition and fees will be covered and out-of-state transportation expenses (one round-trip from the principal place of residence to Houston) will be paid. For details, see http://www.egr.uh.edu/uhecereu/ Contact: Haluk Ogmen Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering Center for Neuro-Engineering and Cognitive Science University of Houston Houston, TX 77204-4005 USA e-mail: ogmen@uh.edu URL: http://sensorimotor.ee.uh.edu/vision.html From J.Harris at NEWCASTLE.AC.UK Mon Feb 17 11:36:01 2003 From: J.Harris at NEWCASTLE.AC.UK (Julie Harris) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] PhD Studentships: Newcastle, UK. Message-ID: This is a re-posting. Please note additional Faculty names have been added! Psychology Research Studentships, School of Biology, University of Newcastle upon Tyne We are an enthusiastic and growing research community which provides a stimulating and exciting research environment. This year we are offering a number of studentships funded by Research Councils and the School of Biology. We have a particularly strong vision grouping, whose research interests are outlined below. Please feel free to contact individual faculty directly. The visual and neuroscience grouping covers a diverse range of research areas, including cognitive and computational neuroscience in both vertebrates and invertebrates; human visual perception; visual neurophysiology; perception and action; psychophysics of colour vision; perception of natural images; neurophysiology of spatial and episodic memory; functional brain imaging. Vision faculty members include: Piers Cornelissen (p.l.cornelissen@ncl.ac.uk) - Visual imaging (including MEG, fMRI) Julie Harris (j.harris@ncl.ac.uk) - Human binocular vision and eye movements Anya Hurlbert (anya.hurlbert@ncl.ac.uk) - Human vision, shape and colour perception Gabriele Jordan (gabriele.jordan@ncl.ac.uk) - colour vision, tetrachromacy Claire Rind (claire.rind@ncl.ac.uk) - Invertebrate vision and robots Peter Simmons (p.j.simmons@ncl.ac.uk) - Visual processing and behaviour in insects Ted Sharpe (l.t.sharpe@ncl.ac.uk) - Colour vision and psychophysics Yoav Tadmor (yoav.tadmor@ncl.ac.uk) - Natural image analysis Alexander Thiele (alex.thiele@ncl.ac.uk) - Visual neuroscience Martin Tovee (m.j.tovee@ncl.ac.uk) - Visual neurophysiology, human attractiveness Malcolm Young (m.p.young@ncl.ac.uk) - Systems and computational neuroscience Further information on specific topics can be found through http://www.psychology.ncl.ac.uk, http://www.ncl.ac.uk/biol/postgrad/psychology/research_degrees and http://redeye.ncl.ac.uk. Please contact individual members of staff with whom you would like to work. Applicants should have or expect to obtain at least an upper second class honours degree. Please send a CV and letter expressing why you wish to undertake a PhD and in what area. Good applicants will also provide a proposal for a project. Deadline is Friday 28th March 2003. Applications to and further information from: Dr. Gabriele Jordan, Postgraduate Tutor, School of Biology, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, The Henry Wellcome Building for Neuroecology, Framlington Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4HH. Tel: 0191-222-5624, Fax: 0191-222-5622, e-mail: Gabriele.Jordan@ncl.ac.uk -- ========================================================= Dr. Julie M. Harris Reader in Visual Perception and EPSRC Advanced Fellow School of Biology (Psychology) Henry Wellcome Building University of Newcastle upon Tyne Framlington Place Newcastle NE2 4HH, UK. tel: 44-191-222-8815 fax: 44-191-222-5622 email: J.Harris@ncl.ac.uk URL: http://www.ncl.ac.uk/biol/research/psychology/nsg/bvl/harris/ ========================================================= From wmusrey at ucdavis.edu Mon Feb 17 12:12:00 2003 From: wmusrey at ucdavis.edu (Martin Usrey) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Vision Summer Course at CSHL Message-ID: <4.2.2.20030217104534.017df280@purple.ucdavis.edu> Vision Summer Course at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory "STRUCTURE, FUNCTION & DEVELOPMENT OF THE VISUAL SYSTSEM" JUNE 4 JUNE 17, 2003 This lecture/discussion course will explore the functional organization and development of the visual system as revealed by the use of a variety of anatomical, physiological and behavioral methods. It is designed for graduate students and more advanced researchers who wish to gain a basic understanding of the biological basis for vision and to share in the excitement of the latest developments in this field. Topics will include: phototransduction and neural processing in the retina; functional architecture of striate cortex; cellular basis of cortical receptive field properties; the anatomy, physiology and perceptual significance of parallel pathways; functional parcellation of extrastriate cortex; the role of patterned neuronal activity in the development of central visual pathways; and molecular mechanisms of development and plasticity in the visual system. Past lecturers have included: J. Assad, T. Adelson, D. Baylor, M. Bear, A. Borst, K. Britten, B. Chapman, H. Cline, M. Constantine-Paton, D. Dacey, T. DeYoe, M. Feller, D. Ferster, C. Gilbert, C. Gray, C. Gross, S. Hendry, S. Hockfield, D. Hubel, A. Humphrey, L. Katz, P. Konig, N. Logothetis, J. Malpeli, K. Martin, D. Masland, J. Maunsell, K. McAllister, D. McCormick, K. Miller, T. Movshon, K. Nakayama, B. Newsome, M. Paradiso C. Reid, J. Reynolds F. Rieke, P. Roelfsema, M. Shadlen, C. Shatz, J. Schnapf, M. Sereno, S.M. Sherman, W. Singer, D. Sparks, M. Stryker, A. Thompson, M. Usrey, D. Van Essen, R. Wong. Course Directors: Marty Usrey, Ph.D., University of California, Davis, CA Kimberley McAllister, Ph.D., University of California, Davis, CA -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030217/37365a21/attachment.html From David_Berson at brown.edu Mon Feb 17 14:27:01 2003 From: David_Berson at brown.edu (David Berson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoc opening - retinal & circadian neurobiology, Brown Univ. Message-ID: <4.3.2.7.2.20030217160743.0277a920@postoffice.brown.edu> POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE Retinal neurobiology Postdoctoral position available immediately for functional studies of mammalian retinal ganglion cells that are directly photosensitive and serve as circadian photoreceptors. Experience in electrophysiology is required. Send CV, statement of research interests and names of three references to David Berson, Department of Neuroscience, Box 1953, Brown University, Providence RI 02912. Submit applications before 3/15/03 for full consideration. E-mail: David_Berson@brown.edu. Brown University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Additional information: We are currently exploring the functional properties of a novel photoreceptor of the mammalian retina. These photoreceptors are ganglion cells, with direct projections to the brain. They faithfully encode the intensity of bright environmental illumination, synchronize circadian rhythms to the day/night cycle, drive pupillary responses to light, and perform a variety of other "non-image-forming" visual functions. The successful candidate will participate in ongoing studies of the phototransduction mechanism in these cells and of their interactions with rod- and cone-driven retinal circuits. For these studies, we use whole-cell patch clamp recording in vitro, light stimulation, pharmacological manipulation, axon-transport tracing, immunohistochemistry and confocal microscopy. This NIH-funded position is available immediately. Special consideration will be given to applicants who have training in retinal neuroscience, circadian biology, microscopy or histology. David Berson Professor Department of Neuroscience Brown University Telephone: (401) 863-2555 voice (401) 863-1074 fax Mailing address (except for courier services): Box 1953 Brown University Providence, RI 02912 Address for courier services (e.g., FedEx): Dept. of Neuroscience Brown University 190 Thayer Street Metcalf Research Laboratory, Room 337 Providence, RI 02912 Web site: http://neuroscience.brown.edu/Faculty/Berson.html From seri_sharonlee at snec.com.sg Mon Feb 17 17:50:01 2003 From: seri_sharonlee at snec.com.sg (Sharon Lee) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] vacancy in the Singapore Eye Research Institute - Head of Visual Performance Laboratory Message-ID: Singapore Eye Research Institute (SERI) plays a national role in performing visual research in Singapore. We conduct clinical, applied and basic research in ophthalmology and the visual sciences in collaboration with academic, governmental, commercial, pharmaceutical and private institutes at global level. Our focus areas of research include myopia, ocular stem cell research, ocular surface disease, diabetic eye disease and glaucoma. Head of Visual Performance Laboratory Singapore Eye Research Institute (SERI) invites applications for the position of Head of Visual Performance Laboratory. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. in the field of physiological optics and have research experience in the fields of physiological optics/ and or visual psychophysics, along with a good publication record. Facilities in the Visual Performance lab currently include a Cambridge VSG system, large field stimulus generator, TMS2 topographer, COAS and Zywave aberrometers. The lab currently conducts research in the visual and optical effects of refractive surgery and myopia, and is developing research into treatment and measurement of amblyopia. The successful applicant will be expected to: 1. Design, conduct and supervise research in visual psychophysics and visual optics. 2. Apply for, attract and manage research funding from grant bodies and industry. 3. Collaborate on eye research with other research organizations such as the Singapore Defence Military Research Institute, and National University of Singapore. 4. Report the outcomes of research in peer-review journals. If you are keen in the post, please forward your CV and three letters of recommendation to: Singapore Eye Research Institute 11 Third Hospital Ave Singapore 168751 www.seri.com.sg Email: seri_sharonlee@snec.com.sg Fax: 65-6323 1903 (We thank all applicants and regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified) -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030217/ec85f8ce/attachment.html From j.raymond at bangor.ac.uk Tue Feb 18 08:06:00 2003 From: j.raymond at bangor.ac.uk (Jane Raymond) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Faculty posts, Psych, Bangor, UK Message-ID: The School of Psychology at the University of Wales, Bangor - one of Europe's leading psychology departments - is planning to fill seven new tenure-track positions, at levels equivalent to Assistant, Associate or Full Professor. The School, whose Centre for Cognitive Neuroscience has an established patient panel for neurobehavioural research and facilities for fMRI, ERP and MRI guided TMS, has an outstanding record of success. In the most recent UK national assessments we achieved the highest possible ratings for both Research (5*A), and Teaching Quality ("Excellent"). With these appointments we hope to strengthen our main areas of research interest: Language, Learning and Development; Clinical and Health Psychology; Perception, Attention and Motor Sciences; Experimental Consumer Psychology (including Social Cognition), though we welcome applications from any area of Psychology. The positions will include a newly-established Professorship in Developmental Psychology. Bangor is located on the coast near the mountains of North Wales, offering stunning scenery as well as a clean and peaceful environment. For information about these positions and the School, applicants are advised to see our web-site http://www.psychology.bangor.ac.uk, and to contact Professors Shapiro k.shapiro@bangor.ac.uk, Rafal r.rafal@bangor.ac.uk, Vihman m.vihman@bangor.ac.uk, or Woods b.woods@bangor.ac.uk. Closing date for applications: 7 April 2003 Committed To Equal Opportunities From andream at fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk Tue Feb 18 08:10:01 2003 From: andream at fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk (Andrea Mechelli) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Brain Connectivity Workshop Announcement Message-ID: <001301c2d731$07531550$c6423ec1@fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk> BRAIN CONNECTIVITY WORKSHOP ANNOUNCEMENT A Brain Connectivity Workshop will be held at MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit, Cambridge (England) from May 1st-3rd, 2003. The aim of the meeting is to bring together international experts in computational neuroscience, neuroimaging methodology and experimental neuroscience with a special interest in dynamic modeling of neurophysiological data (including human and animal studies). The focus of the workshop will be current and future methodological developments focused on measuring dynamic interactions and their relation to information processing within the brain from experimental techniques including fMRI, PET, EEG, MEG, single and multi-cell recordings. For the list of speakers and programme details, go to http://www.neuroinf.org/ and click on "meetings". Please note applications will be accepted from 1st March until 1st April 2003. This workshop is supported by EU Thematic Network, The Wellcome Trust, Boehringer Ingelheim Stiftung, and MRC Unit, Cambridge. From a.shepherd at bbk.ac.uk Wed Feb 19 08:11:00 2003 From: a.shepherd at bbk.ac.uk (Alex Shepherd) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Birkbeck College, PhD studentships Message-ID: The School of Psychology, Birkbeck College, University of London has a number of full-time Phd Studentships on offer for Phds starting in October 2003. Birkbeck College is part of the University of London and is situated in the central Bloomsbury area of London, in close proximity to University College London, The Insitute of Cognitive Neuroscience, the Gatsby Computational Neurosciences Unit, the Institue of Child Health, and the Insitute of Education. The School of Psychology has a very active internationally recognised research programme with particular interests in perception, cognitive sciences, cognitive neurosciences, computational neuroscience, and cognitive and social development. However, the School welcomes applications for studentships in all areas of psychology in both full-time and part-time programmes. The School of Psychology also includes: The Centre for Brain and Cognitive Development (http://www.cbcd.bbk.ac.uk/cbcd.html) The Institute for the Study of Children, Families, and social Issues (http://www.psyc.bbk.ac.uk/iscfsi/index.htm) The the Centre for Psychosocial Studies (http://www.psyc.bbk.ac.uk/cps/index.html) For more information about the Schools research profile and studentships available, please visit our website: http://www.psyc.bbk.ac.uk OR contact: Ms Mina Daniel Postgraduate Administrator Tel.: 020 7631 6862 E-mail: s.daniel@psychology.bbk.ac.uk From pw0569 at bristol.ac.uk Wed Feb 19 08:20:01 2003 From: pw0569 at bristol.ac.uk (PR Whyte, Science 00) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] aphid colour vision Message-ID: <89916187.1045661967@bio-w120.bio.bris.ac.uk> I am presently trying to complete my third year research project in the School of Biological Sciences at Bristol University. I was interested in whether aphids have any colour preferences and whether this affects their chioice of host. I specifically looked at aphids occuring on Field Maple trees. I'm having trouble finding any recent background information on aphid colour vision, as most of the work on insect vision seems to have been on bees. I would appreciate any advice or nudges in the right direction. Thank you Polly Whyte ---------------------- PR Whyte, Science 00 pw0569@bristol.ac.uk From gzelinsky at notes.cc.sunysb.edu Wed Feb 19 13:14:01 2003 From: gzelinsky at notes.cc.sunysb.edu (Greg Zelinsky) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoc at SUNY Stony Brook Message-ID: <3.0.32.20030219141829.01061974@notes.cc.sunysb.edu> POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AVAILABLE TO STUDY EYE MOVEMENTS IN VISUAL SEARCH A postdoctoral position is available in Gregory Zelinsky's laboratory to study the computational underpinnings of eye movements during visual search. Work in this lab uses oculomotor measures to quantify the fixation-by-fixation behavior accompanying visual search and working memory tasks, then compares this behavior to the simulated eye movements from a computational model that gets to see the same stimuli and perform the same tasks. The funded project will extend this effort by further specifying (1) how eye movement targets can be represented in terms of linear filter responses, (2) the processes used to compare these target representations to complex color scenes, and (3) how the results of these comparisons can be used to drive the spatio-temporal dynamics of oculomotor target acquisition. Applicants should have superior quantitative skills and fluency in C/C++ on Unix or Linux platforms. Experience in either computer vision, image processing, neural networks, or low-level vision would be a plus. Persons who have pursued doctoral training in Computer Science, Applied Math, or Electrical and Computer Engineering and who now wish to gain experience measuring and modeling human behavior are particularly encouraged to apply. The successful applicant can start as early as May 1, and funding would be available for up to three years with a salary comparable to NIH post-doctoral training levels. The position would be located in the Psychology Department at SUNY Stony Brook and opportunities would exist to interact with an energetic group of researchers broadly interested in the relationships between eye movements and vision, language, and memory. Stony Brook itself is a picturesque seaside village nestled just 50 miles from Manhattan and 30 minutes from sandy ocean beaches. Email gzelinsky@notes.cc.sunysb.edu for additional information, or apply by sending a vita, letter of interest, and the names of three references to: Gregory Zelinsky, Dept of Psychology, Psych B Bldg., Room 240, State University of New York at Stony Brook, Stony Brook, NY 11794-2500. From yantis at jhu.edu Thu Feb 20 15:09:00 2003 From: yantis at jhu.edu (Steven Yantis) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoctoral Fellowship, Johns Hopkins University Message-ID: <5.0.2.1.2.20030220155226.038bd280@jhem.jhu.edu> POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE, JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY A postdoctoral fellowship is available to work in the laboratory of Steven Yantis in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at The Johns Hopkins University. This position is part of an NIH-funded project that investigates the neural basis of human visual attention and perception using fMRI. Our imaging is carried out at the F. M. Kirby Research Center for Functional Brain Imaging, which houses a new 3.0T Philips scanner. Postdoctoral fellows receive training in all aspects of cognitive neuroscience and functional neuroimaging. Successful candidates will have a strong background in perception, cognitive psychology, and/or cognitive neuroscience and strong quantitative and/or statistical skills. Expertise in MatLab and/or C++ is highly desirable. Previous experience with fMRI is not required. Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, or related field required. The position is available starting June 1, 2003 and will last for a minimum of two years. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, reprints and preprints, and a statement of research experience and interests to Steven Yantis Further information is available at http://psy.jhu.edu/~yantis/postdoc2.html From jdc at YorkU.CA Thu Feb 20 15:15:56 2003 From: jdc at YorkU.CA (Doug Crawford) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] post-docs in visuomotor neuroscience Message-ID: <3E557301.7010304@yorku.ca> POST-DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS - NEUROPHYSIOLOGY OF SPATIAL CODING AND HEAD-FREE 3-D GAZE CONTROL Location: Doug Crawford's lab at the York Centre for Vision Research, York University, Toronto, Canada. Projects: Funding is currently available for post-doc projects in the primate neurophysiology labs, in the following areas: (1) Reference frames for visuomotor coding in cortical and subcortical structures like the superior colliculus (Klier et al. Nature Neuroscience, 2001) and the supplementary eye fields (Martinez-Trujillo et al. J. Neurophysiol. in press). (2) Cortical and Subcortical mechanisms of spatial updating of 3-D space (e.g., Medendorp et al. J. Neurosci. 2002). (3) Neural Mechanisms of eye-head coordination (Crawford and Guitton J. Neurophysiol. 1997) (4) Neural mechanisms of 3-D head posture (Klier et al. Science, 2002). For more information see http://www.yorku.ca/jdc/ Project Resources: An newly expanded, integrated primate facility that includes animal housing, surgery, and 5 laboratory set-ups, each equipped with 3-D eye coil systems for head-free recordings, multi-unit recording systems, and visual displays. 6-DF vestibular platform and arm movement recordings also available. Strong surgical, technical, and programming support. Central office space in Centre for Vision Research. Regular Vision Seminar Series and laboratory meetings. Salary Support: Funding is gauranteed at or above CIHR scholarship levels for two or more years. Start-time: Mid-Late 2003 preferred. Qualifications. Ph.D. in a neuroscience-related field. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in recording and analysing single / multiple unit data in alert animals. Skills in quantitative analysis, programming, eye movement recording, motor control, vision, cognitive neuroscience, and/or modelling would be an asset. Contact: Send CV, statement of background and interests, and names of 2 referees to: Doug Crawford, Canada Research Chair in Visuomotor Neuroscience, York Centre for Vision Research, York University, 4700 Keele St., Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M3J-1P3; jdc@yorku.ca From marrocco at uoneuro.uoregon.edu Fri Feb 21 11:49:01 2003 From: marrocco at uoneuro.uoregon.edu (marrocco@uoneuro.uoregon.edu) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] postdoc available Message-ID: <3E5603F5.17979.3179FC@localhost> An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030221/30e51355/attachment.html From DahillP at ncopost.ne-optometry.edu Mon Feb 24 09:37:01 2003 From: DahillP at ncopost.ne-optometry.edu (Dahill, Patricia) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Imaging Specialist at The New England College of Optometry Message-ID: <90CB52B570AC4442954C19FC43A5D0BB3DC2AB@NCOPOST.ne-optometry.edu> The New England College of Optometry (a professional school in Boston's historic Back Bay area) has a great opportunity for an expert in image analysis to work with a dynamic group of research scientists in a variety of vision research projects. The successful candidate will: - customize programs for image acquisition, filtering and statistical analysis, - write computer programs that generate custom displays for vision testing, and - synchronize these displays to instruments that monitor optical characteristics of the eye. Great potential for career growth in the field of vision research; opportunities exist to be co-author and to participate in meetings, if desired. Contribute to the success of cutting-edge research! Required background and skills include: - Degree in Computer Science, Imaging Science, Optical Science or related field emphasizing these areas of expertise. - Two+ years of experience, preferably in an academic or industrial research laboratory, in one or more of the following fields: Image processing algorithms, Optics and Microscopy, Linear systems, or Biomedical imaging and instrumentation. - Experience in Matlab or other analysis and simulation tools. - Experience with optical design tools, such as Zemax and Vol 3D. - Technical proficiency and problem-solving skills. - Ability to appreciate theoretical and practical implications of image analyses. - Strong interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate with others. Position begins July 1, 2003. This full-time, benefits-eligible position has a starting salary of $50,000 per year. Send cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three references to: Director of Human Resources The New England College of Optometry 424 Beacon Street Boston, MA 02115 Tel: 617-236-6268 Fax: 617-424-9202 Email: dahillp@ne-optometry.edu The New England College of Optometry is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030224/58fa235a/attachment.html From abwatson at journalofvision.org Thu Feb 27 15:31:01 2003 From: abwatson at journalofvision.org (Andrew Watson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Journal of Vision to be indexed in MEDLINE/PubMed Message-ID: I am delighted to announce that Journal of Vision will now be indexed in MEDLINE/PubMed. All articles will be included, from volume 1, issue 1, article 1. PubMed has become the primary information nexus for biomedical science. Indexing of JOV will greatly enhance the visibility of our authors' work. As an added benefit to JOV authors, because JOV is open access, we will be able to deliver readers to the full text article direct from the PubMed page. Thanks for your support, and spread the word! -- Andrew B. Watson, Editor-in-Chief Journal of Vision http://journalofvision.org/ From J.Theeuwes at psy.vu.nl Fri Feb 28 08:13:01 2003 From: J.Theeuwes at psy.vu.nl (Jan Theeuwes) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] please post Message-ID: <009201c2df41$bdcea520$534ffea9@psy.vu.nl> 3 salaried PhD positions Vrije Universiteit, Cognitive Psychology, Amsterdam, Netherlands PhD Project 1: The endogenous and exogenous control of eye movements. During search for information people make numerous eye movements. The aim of the present project is to develop a neurobiological plausible model for eye movement control. Some experience with computer programming and computational modeling is necessary. PhD Project 2: The neurocognition of visual selection Visual selection can occur on the basis of location or other properties like color, size, and shape. The aim of the present project is to determine how attention modulates spatial and non-spatial (feature) representations. Various brain-imaging techniques will be used like event-related fMRI and event-related potentials (ERP). Some experience with computer programming as well as experience with brain-imaging techniques is necessary. PhD Project 3: Selective attention and eye movements Selection occurs through the allocation of attention and eye movements. The aim of the present project is to determine what sort of information (for example features or whole objects) controls the allocation of attention and eye movements. Experiments will be conducted measuring reaction times and eye movements. Some experience with programming and computational modeling is required. Requirements: The candidate has (or will have in the near future) a degree in experimental/cognitive psychology, physics, informatics, biology, or a similar degree. The candidate has a strong interest in experimental research in the area of visual perception and attention; expertise in methods of research; experience with empirical research and computer programming; excellent ability to write and read English. The candidate will be appointed during a period of four years. At the end of the four years, a dissertation should be finished. Payment: According to the regulations for scientific personnel in the first year Euro 1501 per month to Euro 2143 per month in the fourth year (with a fulltime appointment). Information: More information about the above projects can be acquired with Jan Theeuwes; email: j.theeuwes@psy.vu.nl. See also our website: www.cogpsy.nl Applications (with detailed CV) should send before March 28, 2003 by email to J.Theeuwes@psy.vu.nl -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030228/82d12111/attachment.html From J.Theeuwes at psy.vu.nl Fri Feb 28 08:21:19 2003 From: J.Theeuwes at psy.vu.nl (Jan Theeuwes) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] please post Message-ID: <00be01c2df42$ec77b960$534ffea9@psy.vu.nl> Post-doc position Vrije Universiteit, Cognitive Psychology, Amsterdam, Netherlands Post Doc Project: Neurocognition and computational modeling The candidate will be involved in the integration of the results of four different PhD projects in the area of visual attention and selection. The aim of the project is to formulate a neurophysiological plausible computational model of visual selection. Requirements: The candidate has a PhD degree in cognitive psychology, physics, informatics, biology, or some comparable area. The candidate has a strong interest in experimental research in the area of visual perception and attention; expertise in methods of research; experience with empirical research and computer programming; excellent ability to write and read English. Knowledge of and experience with modeling, and neuro-imaging are required. The candidate will be appointed during a period of three years. Payment: According to the regulations for scientific personnel in the first year euro 2637 per month (scale 10.5) raising to a maximum of euro 2143 per month (scale 11) with a fulltime appointment. Information: More information about the above projects can be acquired with Jan Theeuwes; email: j.theeuwes@psy.vu.nl. See also our website: www.cogpsy.nl Applications (with detailed CV) should send before March 28, 2003 by email to J.Theeuwes@psy.vu.nl ______________________________ J a n T h e e u w e s http://www.cogpsy.nl Cognitive Psychology Vrije Universiteit vd Boechorststraat 1 1081 BT Amsterdam phone: +31 20 4448790 email: J.Theeuwes@psy.vu.nl -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030228/b67d7da3/attachment.html From p.roelfsema at ioi.knaw.nl Thu Mar 6 08:07:00 2003 From: p.roelfsema at ioi.knaw.nl (Pieter Roelfsema) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE Message-ID: <3.0.32.20030306122652.00a2a590@pop.ioi.knaw.nl> POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE: Neurophysiology in trained primates A postdoctoral fellowship is available to study the perception of phosphenes, artificial percepts that are induced by electrical microstimulation of the primary visual cortex. The project will investigate the transformation of electrically induced neuronal activity into a motor program, by studying the generation of eye movements to phosphenes. The focus is on interactions between the visual cortex and the frontal eye-fields, a region of cortex involved in the planning of eye-movements. The theoretical goal is to understand the interactions between cortical areas involved in perception and action. There is also a practical long-term goal to develop a visual prosthesis for the blind. Experimental approaches involve simultaneous single- and multiple-unit recordings, and electrical microstimulation. The successful applicant will join the newly founded department of Vision and Cognition at the Netherlands Ophthalmic Research Institute, and participate in the dynamic research community of Amsterdam. A PhD degree in neurobiology, psychology or cognitive science is required. Experience in electrophysiology and/or visual psychophysics is preferred, but not essential. Candidates with a strong background in other experimental areas or in computational neuroscience will also be considered. Experience with programming languages such as C, Pascal or Matlab is desirable. Application deadline: April 20, 2003. To apply, please send a CV, a description of research interests, and the names of three references to: Dr. Pieter R. Roelfsema Department of Vision and Cognition The Netherlands Ophthalmic Research Institute Meibergdreef 47 1105 BA Amsterdam The Netherlands Telephone: +31-20-5665175 email: p.roelfsema@ioi.knaw.nl From J.Harris at newcastle.ac.uk Fri Mar 7 08:00:00 2003 From: J.Harris at newcastle.ac.uk (Julie Harris) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] PhD Studentships: Newcastle, UK. Message-ID: Psychology Research Studentships, School of Biology, University of Newcastle upon Tyne We are an enthusiastic and growing research community which provides a stimulating and exciting research environment. This year we are offering a number of studentships funded by Research Councils and the School of Biology. We have a particularly strong vision grouping, whose research interests are outlined below. Please feel free to contact individual faculty directly. The visual and neuroscience grouping covers a diverse range of research areas, including cognitive and computational neuroscience in both vertebrates and invertebrates; human visual perception; visual neurophysiology; perception and action; psychophysics of colour vision; perception of natural images; neurophysiology of spatial and episodic memory; functional brain imaging. Vision faculty members include: Piers Cornelissen (p.l.cornelissen@ncl.ac.uk) - Visual imaging (including MEG, fMRI) John M. Crook (j.m.crook@ncl.ac.uk) - Visual neuropharmacology and optical imaging Julie Harris (j.harris@ncl.ac.uk) - Human binocular vision and eye movements Anya Hurlbert (anya.hurlbert@ncl.ac.uk) - Human vision, shape and colour perception Gabriele Jordan (gabriele.jordan@ncl.ac.uk) - colour vision, tetrachromacy Claire Rind (claire.rind@ncl.ac.uk) - Invertebrate vision and robots Peter Simmons (p.j.simmons@ncl.ac.uk) - Visual processing and behaviour in insects Ted Sharpe (l.t.sharpe@ncl.ac.uk) - Colour vision and psychophysics Yoav Tadmor (yoav.tadmor@ncl.ac.uk) - Natural image analysis Alexander Thiele (alex.thiele@ncl.ac.uk) - Visual neuroscience Martin Tovee (m.j.tovee@ncl.ac.uk) - Visual neurophysiology, human attractiveness Malcolm Young (m.p.young@ncl.ac.uk) - Systems and computational neuroscience Further information on specific topics can be found through http://www.psychology.ncl.ac.uk, http://www.ncl.ac.uk/biol/postgrad/psychology/research_degrees and http://redeye.ncl.ac.uk. Please contact individual members of staff with whom you would like to work. Applicants should have or expect to obtain at least an upper second class honours degree. Please send a CV and letter expressing why you wish to undertake a PhD and in what area. Good applicants will also provide a proposal for a project. Deadline is Friday 28th March 2003. Applications to and further information from: Dr. Gabriele Jordan, Postgraduate Tutor, School of Biology, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, The Henry Wellcome Building for Neuroecology, Framlington Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4HH. Tel: 0191-222-5624, Fax: 0191-222-5622, e-mail: Gabriele.Jordan@ncl.ac.uk -- ========================================================= Dr. Julie M. Harris Reader in Visual Perception and EPSRC Advanced Fellow School of Biology (Psychology) Henry Wellcome Building University of Newcastle upon Tyne Framlington Place Newcastle NE2 4HH, UK. tel: 44-191-222-8815 fax: 44-191-222-5622 email: J.Harris@ncl.ac.uk URL: http://www.ncl.ac.uk/biol/research/psychology/nsg/bvl/harris/ ========================================================= -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030307/aec81197/attachment.html From Michael_Paradiso at brown.edu Fri Mar 7 17:26:00 2003 From: Michael_Paradiso at brown.edu (Michael Paradiso) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Neurophysiology Postdoc Position - Brown University Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.2.20030307190629.03696208@postoffice.brown.edu> Postdoctoral Position in Visual Neurophysiology Brown University A postdoctoral position is available for the study of the neural basis of visual perception. Topics of current research are surface perception, vision in complex natural situations, selective attention, and temporal coding. The research involves cortical recordings in awake-behaving primates with single- and multi-electrode arrays, as well as animal and human psychophysics. Applicants should have experience in electrophysiology or visual psychophysics and/or computational vision. Computer programming ability is a plus. Additional information is available at: http://moniz.neuro.brown.edu/. If interested, please contact Michael Paradiso, Department of Neuroscience, Box 1953, Brown University, Providence, RI 02912 (email Michael_Paradiso@brown.edu). From p.slezak at unsw.edu.au Fri Mar 7 19:18:01 2003 From: p.slezak at unsw.edu.au (Peter Slezak) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Cognitive Science conference, Sydney July 13-17 Message-ID: ********************************* Announcement and Call for Papers ********************************* COGNITIVE SCIENCE Joint International Conference 4th ICCS International Conference on Cognitive Science 7th ASCS Australasian Society for Cognitive Science Conference 13-17 July, 2003 The University of New South Wales Sydney, Australia http://www.cogsci.unsw.edu.au ------------------ INVITED SPEAKERS ------------------ Daniel Kahneman (Princeton University, USA) NOBEL LAUREATE, 2002. Anne Treisman (Princeton University, USA) William F. Brewer (University of Illinois, USA) Tim van Gelder (Melbourne University, Australia) Nobuo Masataka (Kyoto University, Japan) Jung-Oh Kim (Seoul National University, South Korea) Chao-Yi Li. (Chinese Academy of Sciences) Gary Hatfield (University of Pennsylvania. USA) Byron Reeves (Stanford University and CSLI, USA) Anna Wierzbicka (Australian National University, Australia) --------------- DEMONSTRATION --------------- Sony Legged Robots 'ROBOCUP' 2001, 2002 World Champion UNSW Team -------------- SUBMISSIONS -------------- We invite submissions from all disciplines within Cognitive Science, including: Computer science & Artificial Intelligence Linguistics Neuroscience Philosophy Psychology Anthropology Submissions for papers and posters will be reviewed on the basis of abstracts accepted via our website: http://www.cogsci.unsw.edu.au ----------------------- IMPORTANT KEY DATES ----------------------- *Please note: In case early notice of acceptance is needed, we will provide rapid response to submissions made at any time earlier than the deadlines below: 1 April 2003 Abstracts and proposals for symposia due 1 May 2003 Notice of acceptance or rejection 1 June 2003 Full papers due 13-17 July, 2003 Conference ------------------------------ PROCEEDINGS & PUBLICATIONS ------------------------------ Papers and posters presented at the conference, based on refereed abstracts, will be published as proceedings in a paper volume and CD-rom. However, fully refereed papers will be considered for publication in volumes of a new series being planned with Elsevier academic publishers. Proposals are invited for special streams and symposia. Planned symposia include: * Music and Cognition * Mental Representation * Cognitive Science and Education * Cognitive Science of Science * Animal Cognition * Decision Making, Risk & Behavioural Finance * Language and Cognition * Brain imaging * Machine Learning * Evolutionary psychology * Historical Foundations of Cognitive Science * Psychiatry, Neuropsychiatry & Psychoanalysis Submission of proposals for symposia and workshops should be emailed to Peter Slezak: p.slezak@unsw.edu.au --------------------------------- REGISTRATION & ACCOMMODATION --------------------------------- Please refer to our website for further details about the conference. More information will be available on the website http://www.cogsci.unsw.edu.au as planning progresses. We look forward to seeing you in Sydney next year. Dr Peter Slezak (Conference Chair) Program in Cognitive Science School of History & Philosophy of Science University of New South Wales Sydney NSW 2052, AUSTRALIA Tel: (+61 2) 9385-2422 Fax: (+61 2) 9385-8003 email: p.slezak@unsw.edu.au ------------------------- Conference Co-Chairs -------------------------- James Kehoe, University of New South Wales Marcus Taft, University of New South Wales ------------------------------- ICCS Steering Committee -------------------------------- Lin Chen, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China (Chair of ICCS 2001) Chansup Chung, Yonsei University, Korea Koiti Hasida, National Institute of Advanced Science & Technology (AIST), Japan Kazuhiko Kakehi, Nagoya University, Japan (president of JCSS) James Kehoe, University of New South Wales, Australia Chungmin Lee, Seoul National University, Korea/UCLA Jung-Mo Lee, Sung Kyun Kwan University, Korea Charles Ling, University of Western Ontario, Canada. Naomi Miyake, Chukyo University, Japan Peter Slezak, University of New South Wales, Australia ----------------------- Advisory Committee: ----------------------- Mark Bickhard, LeHigh University, USA Paul Compton, University of New South Wales Jon Glass, AMP-Henderson, Australia Evian Gordon, The Brain Dynamics Centre, Westmead Hospital, Univ of Sydney Grahame Halford, University of Queensland Mike Kalish, University of Western Australia Kevin Korb, Monash University Stephan Lewandowsky, University of Western Australia Daniel Lovallo, Australian Graduate School of Management Peter Lovibond, University of New South Wales Tom Osborn, Nuix Pty Ltd Robert O'Shea, University of Otago, New Zealand Mark Peters, University of New South Wales Arun Sharma, National ICT Australia, University of New South Wales M. Srinivasan, Australian National University Shaowu Zhang, Australian National University -------------------------- Local Organizing Committee: -------------------------- University of New South Wales Mengistu Amberber, Peter Collins, Phillip Staines, Philip Cam, Anthony Corones, George Bindon, John Sweller, Michael Matthews, Iain Giblin, Emery Schubert, Charles Liu, Claude Sammut, Norman Foo, Peter Krebs, Brett Hayes Macquarie University Tim Bayne, Max Coltheart, John Sutton, The University of Sydney Sally Andrews Linda Scott ------------------------ Supporting Organisations: ------------------------ Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, UNSW School of History & Philosophy of Science, UNSW School of Psychology, UNSW School of Computer Science & Engineering, UNSW School of Education, UNSW ------------------------- --------------------------------------------- Dr. Peter Slezak Program in Cognitive Science. School of History & Philosophy of Science. University of New South Wales Sydney NSW 2052, AUSTRALIA Tel: (+61 2) 9385-2422 Fax: (+61 2) 9385-8003 email: p.slezak@unsw.edu.au Web Page: http://www.arts.unsw.edu.au/sts/peter_slezak.html Chair, Joint Conference: International Conference on Cognitive Science (ICCS) Australasian Society for Cognitive Science (ASCS) Web Site: http://www.cogsci.unsw.edu.au From jalonso at sunyopt.edu Mon Mar 10 08:31:01 2003 From: jalonso at sunyopt.edu (Jose-Manuel Alonso) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN VISUAL NEUROSCIENCE Message-ID: <5.1.1.6.0.20030310101342.02a86b80@mail.sunyopt.edu> POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN VISUAL NEUROSCIENCE A postdoctoral position is available immediately at SUNY-College of Optometry to study the circuitry of the primary visual cortex and the construction of cortical receptive fields. We measure single-unit activity from multiple neurons that are simultaneously recorded in cortex and thalamus while combining reverse correlation and cross-correlation analysis to quantify receptive field properties and connectivity. Applicants should have prior experience in electrophysiological techniques. Please, send vita and names of two references to the address given below and do not hesitate to contact me if you need further information. We are located at the very center of Manhattan (walking distance from NY public library, Bryant Park, Times Square, Grand Central Station and Carnegie Hall). Competitive salary. Jose-Manuel Alonso, M.D., Ph.D. Department of Biological Sciences SUNY-Optometry 33 West 42nd street New York, NY 10036 Phone: (212) 780-0523 Fax: (212) 780-5194 Email: jalonso@sunyopt.edu http://www.sunyopt.edu/research/res_fac.shtml Jose-Manuel Alonso, M.D., Ph.D. Associate Professor State University of New York (SUNY-Optometry) Department of Biological Sciences 33 West 42nd Street New York, NY 10036 Phone: (212) 780-0523 Fax: (212) 780-5194 From NPARRY at fs3.scg.man.ac.uk Tue Mar 11 07:29:00 2003 From: NPARRY at fs3.scg.man.ac.uk (Neil Parry) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Manchester Conference Update - Abstract deadline Message-ID: LIMITS OF VISION - Space, Time and Colour MANCHESTER, UK, 8th - 9th SEPTEMBER 2003. ABSTRACT DEADLINE - 11th APRIL 2003 A meeting organised by the Visual Sciences Lab, UMIST, Manchester, to celebrate the scientific career of Professor Janus Kulikowski. Abstract submission and registration are now open for this meeting. Please visit the website for further details: http://www.limits.org.uk PRELIMINARY PROGRAMME Bogdan Dreher (University of Sydney, Australia) - "Integrative role of cortico-cortical connections in visual cortex of the cat" Ewen King-Smith (Ohio State University, USA) - "Threshold nonlinearities and signal detection theory" Kathy Mullen (McGill University, Canada) - Title to be announced David Tolhurst (University of Cambridge, UK) - Title to be announced Trichur Vidyasagar (University of Melbourne, Australia) - "What does attentional feedback to macaque primary visual cortex tell us about reading and dyslexia in humans?" Vince Walsh (University College London, UK) - "The frontal eye fields: not really at the front and not really all about eye movements" FREE PAPERS To reflect Janus's contribution to vision science the theme of the meeting is spatial, temporal and chromatic aspects of vision. If you wish to submit an abstract, please download a registration form from the website. Spaces are limited, so please register as soon as possible. REGISTRATION FEES The all-inclusive price is 195 pounds. This covers registration, Monday night accommodation and all meals including the conference dinner (Monday night). Additional nights before and after the meeting are available by arrangement. Day registration is avaliable for 70 pounds. Conference proceedings will be published as a special issue of Perception The Organising Committee Ian Murray Neil Parry David Carden Christine Dickinson Enquiries: info@limits.org.uk From dchakraborty at mail.magee.edu Tue Mar 11 14:19:00 2003 From: dchakraborty at mail.magee.edu (Chakraborty, Dev) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:36 2005 Subject: [vslist] Research Positions Available Message-ID: <82048E52C25AD411895C00805FBB70BF0A57D892@MWHM_XCHANGE_NT> Hi, We are looking for post-doctoral fellows and faculty for research positions in our group in Pittsburgh. The Digital Imaging laboratory is a part of the University of Pittsburgh, Department of Radiology. The work of our laboratory is in the following areas: CAD development, 3D image analysis and processing, image segmentation, digital mammography, observer performance measurements and theoretical modeling, display measurements, eye-movement studies, stereo display design and assessment. We seek applicants who enjoy doing challenging and rewarding research in an academic environment. The following abilities/skills are helpful: analytical, mathematical, statistical, electronics, communications and the ability to start and sustain research projects through extra-mural grants. Salaries are competitive and opportunities for interactions with clinical faculty are plentiful. The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer, M/F. Please send applications by e-mail to the contact listed below. Include your CV and a brief statement of your current research interests and how you expect to develop them over the next few years. Contact Info: dchakraborty@mail.magee.edu. From p.treffner at mailbox.gu.edu.au Tue Mar 11 18:17:01 2003 From: p.treffner at mailbox.gu.edu.au (Paul Treffner) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Perception & Action, Gold Coast, Australia, July 13 - 18, 2003 Message-ID: 12th INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON PERCEPTION & ACTION 13th -18th July, 2003, Gold Coast, Australia We invite you to attend the 12th International Conference on Perception and Action (ICPA), July 13 - 18, 2003, Gold Coast, Australia. We are delighted that this is the first time ICPA is being held in the Southern Hemisphere. BEGINNING in 1981 as an initiative of the International Society for Ecological Psychology, ICPA has become the main forum for researchers and scientists interested in how information constrains an organism's behaviour - a concept that has developed into the direct perception or ecological approach within psychology. ICPA provides a unique opportunity for researchers from multidisciplinary backgrounds to interact and consider issues of mutual interest that are all broadly related to the general theoretical theme of information-based perception and action. TOPICS such as perception, visual and auditory information, dynamical systems models of action, human and animal cognition, neurodynamics, haptic perception, event perception, speech perception and production, social coordination, virtual vs. direct realism, vision and visualisation, embodied intelligence and robotics, HCI design, the nature of attention, intentionality, and affordances - are typical of the presentations at ICPA. A WORKSHOP on intentional agents, both natural and artificial will occur with discussion of goal-directed activity, locomotion, and a demo of Griffith's prize-winning soccer robot team. For further details please see: http://www.int.gu.edu.au/%7Es227447/ICPA-conf/index.htm We look forward to your attendance at ICPA 12. A/Prof Paul Treffner, Centre for Active Visualisation, School of Information Technology, Griffith University Gold Coast, PMB 50, Gold Coast Mail Centre, QLD 9726, Australia. p.treffner@mailbox.gu.edu.au http://www.int.gu.edu.au/%7Es227447/index Tel: +61 7 5552 8215 Fax: +61 7 5552 8066 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030311/af284d1e/attachment.html From dagm03 at ipe.et.uni-magdeburg.de Wed Mar 12 08:16:00 2003 From: dagm03 at ipe.et.uni-magdeburg.de (DAGM'03 Symposium) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] DAGM pattern recognition symposium reminder: Abstract submissions due APRIL 07, 2003 Message-ID: <3E6EF845.6070108@iesk.et.uni-magdeburg.de> Dear Colleagues: On behalf of the organizing committee I would like to invite you to attend the 25th Pattern Recognition Symposium DAGM'03 (http://www.dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de/) which will be held September 10-12, 2003, at the Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Germany. Proposals for Tutorials are still welcome. Companies are invited to present actual technology in dedicated exhibitions. Please send this information till middle of May at latest. The electronic submission system to upload the draft paper is now available (http://www.dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de/dagm/papers/). The online registration for all participants and links to hotels will be available soon. Kind regards, Bernd Michaelis ANNOUNCEMENT & CALL FOR PAPERS DAGM'03 25th Pattern Recognition Symposium September 10-12, 2003 OTTO-VON-GUERICKE UNIVERSITY MAGDEBURG, GERMANY For details and latest information see: http://dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de The German Society for Pattern Recognition (Deutsche Arbeitsgemeinschaft f?r Mustererkennung e.V., DAGM e.V.) invites authors and guests to their annual pattern recognition symposium DAGM'03 in Magdeburg, Sept. 10-12, 2003. DAGM'03, which will be hosted by the Otto-von-Guericke University, brings together renowned experts in all areas of pattern recognition to present and discuss recent progress and advances. DAGM'03 follows the open-minded tradition of the previous symposia. It is preceded by a speech processing workshop Sept. 08-09, 2003. Conference language will be English. We are looking forward to welcoming you in Magdeburg! Chair: B. Michaelis Local Organization: G. Krell W. Liebscher B. Michaelis R. Pohle K. T?nnies Important Dates: April 07, 2003: Paper submission deadline (electronic, 8 pages) May 26, 2003: Decision to authors June 10, 2003: Camera-ready versions of accepted papers Programme Committee: J. Buhmann, Uni Bonn H. Burkhardt, Uni Freiburg W. F?rstner, Uni Bonn U. Franke, DaimlerChrysler Stuttgart S. Fuchs, Uni Dresden L. Van Gool, ETH Z?rich G. Hartmann, Uni Paderborn B. J?hne, Uni Heidelberg B. K?mmerer, Siemens M?nchen R. Koch, Uni Kiel W.G. Kropatsch, TU Wien F. Leberl, TU Graz C.E. Liedtke, Uni Hannover H. Mayer, Uni-BW M?nchen R. Mester, Uni Frankfurt B. Michaelis, Uni Magdeburg H.-H. Nagel, Uni Karlsruhe B. Neumann, Uni Hamburg H. Ney, RWTH Aachen H. Niemann, Uni Erlangen B. Radig, TU M?nchen H. Ritter, Uni Bielefeld G. Sagerer, Uni Bielefeld D. Saupe, Uni Konstanz B. Schiele, ETH Z?rich C. Schn?rr, Uni Mannheim G. Sommer, Uni Kiel G. Szekely, ETH Z?rich K. T?nnies, Uni Magdeburg T. Vetter, Uni Freiburg F.M. Wahl, TU Braunschweig J. Weickert, Uni Saarland Topics of the conference include, but are not limited to, the following areas: Mathematical and statistical fundamentals Image analysis and understanding Speech recognition and understanding Sensor fusion Tracking and motion analysis (2-D, 3-D) Segmentation and classification Man-machine interaction 3-D measurement and reconstruction Cognitive vision Active vision Medical imaging and image analysis Real-time vision Applications, system solutions Data mining and knowledge discovery Additionally: Tutorials Invited Papers Exhibitions Workshops Contact: Address: IESK, Uni Magdeburg, PO Box 4120 39016 Magdeburg, Germany Universit?tsplatz 2, Building 09 E-mail: dagm03@iesk.et.uni-magdeburg.de Phone: +49(391)6718860 http://dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de From dmacleod at ucsd.edu Wed Mar 12 12:04:01 2003 From: dmacleod at ucsd.edu (Don MacLeod) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] CIE Quadrennial meeting, San Diego 25 June-2 July Message-ID: <02b601c2e8c8$32aac1f0$26c2ef84@DONOFFICE> The quadrennial meeting of the International Commission on Illumination (CIE) will take place in San Diego this summer, from 25 June to 2 July. Details of the program (now complete) and information about registration can be found at: http://www.cie-usnc.org/25th_quadrenium.htm There is a small discount for registration before the end of March. From n.ramsey at azu.nl Thu Mar 13 08:03:01 2003 From: n.ramsey at azu.nl (nick ramsey) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Post-Doc Position in electrophysiology Message-ID: Rudolf Magnus Institute of Neuroscience University of Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands Department of Psychiatry, University Medical Hospital The Functional Neuroimaging Section of the Rudolf Magnus Institute of Neuroscience is seeking a postdoc in primate research, to join a team of investigators in the area of cognitive neuroscience. This person will be involved in a new research project aimed at building a model for the neural correlates of automatization of cognitive functions. Within this project, a team of researchers will use different techniques to identify neuronal mechanisms at different levels of complexity, ranging for single-cell recordings to EEG coherences to cognitive dysfunction in schizophrenic patients. These currently available, and supported, techniques include fMRI, EEG and ERP, TMS, single-cell recording in primates. fMRI studies will be performed on a 3 T scanner. We are looking for a biologist or experimental psychologist who has completed a PhD in single-cell recordings in primates. The candidate has a solid background in data analysis, preferably with regard to multi-electrode recordings, and is capable of designing new analytical algorithms for integrating EEG, fMRI and cell recording data. The position is for 4 years, with the possibility to extend to 5 years. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Send resume and cover letter to Nick Ramsey, Ph.D., Dept. Psychiatry, Room A.01.126, University Medical Center, Heidelberglaan 100, 3584CX, Utrecht, Netherlands. Email: N.Ramsey@azu.nl From pallikar at med.uoc.gr Mon Mar 17 11:32:02 2003 From: pallikar at med.uoc.gr (Ioannis Pallikaris) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Announcement: Aegean Retina VIII / 2nd Summer School in Visual Optics [Santorini, Greece, July 2003] Message-ID: <041801c2ec8c$b65fbf60$15583493@pepagnh.uoc.gr> Vardinoyiannion Eye Institute of Crete University of Crete, School of Medicine GR - 71110 Voutes, Crete - Greece Tel: +30 2810 394654, Fax : +30 2810 394560 http://www.eyeinstitutecrete.com Dear Colleague, This letter serves as an announcement for two scientific events that will be held in July 2003 in Santorini Island in Greece. 1. The 2nd Summer School in Visual Optics 5-10 July 2003 http://www.eyeinstitutecrete.com/summerschool 2. The Aegean Retina VIII 11-13 July 2003 http://www.eyeinstitutecrete.com/aegeanretina The 2nd Summer School in Visual Optics, 5-10 July 2003 is organized by the Ophthalmology Clinic of the University Hospital of Grete, the Vardinoyiannion Eye Institute of the University of Crete (VEIC) and the Research Training Network RTN (Sharp Eye)/EU Program in which the following well known European Universities and Institutes participate: -University of Crete/Greece -Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine London/England -Universidad de Murcia /Spain -Technion/ Israel Institute of Technology/ Israel -Universite de Paris/France -Obsrervatoire de Paris/France -University College of London/England The Summer School will focus on the thematic area of visual optics with emphasis on retinal imaging and visual function. Topics of the selected lectures will deal with a wide range of subjects from optics and vision to perception. Participants may be Ophthalmologists, Ophthalmology residents, Physicists, Optometrists as well as scientist from other Basic Sciences. Members of the Organizing committee and Lecturers are well-known experts in the field of Ophthalmology and Visual Optics. The Aegean Retina VIII meeting 11-13 July 2003 takes place every two years since 1989. The meeting is being organized by the Harvard Medical School/Mass Eye & Ear Infirmary in collaboration with the School of Medicine/Division of Ophthalmology of the University of Crete. It provides a forum for the presentation of the most recent data as well as the exchange of new ideas on retina by the most prominent scientists. The "2nd Summer School in Visual Optics" will take place for 5.5 days lasting from Saturday evening July 5th until Thursday noon July 10th 2003. The 2nd Summer School in Visual Optics will be followed by the "Aegean Retina VIII" that will last from the 11th to the 13th of July 2003. Both events will be held in Santorini at the same venue: "NOMIKOS CONFERENCE CENTER" at Fira, Capital of Santorini. Detailed information (registration form, abstract form, scientific programs, accommodation etc) can be found at: http://www.eyeinsitutecrete.com We would appreciate your participation in either or both of the above referenced scientific events. On behalf of the two Organizing Committees Ioannis G. Pallikaris, MD, PhD, Professor of Ophthalmology University of Crete From odomj at rcbhsc.wvu.edu Mon Mar 17 11:48:02 2003 From: odomj at rcbhsc.wvu.edu (Odom, J) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] topical meeting Message-ID: Functional Vision: Assessment and Outcome Topical Meeting May 30-31, 2003 Functional Vision is a crucial topic that spans the domains and professions involved in low vision rehabilitation. Assessing the functional capabilities of low vision patients is crucial to planning their rehabilitation. As new therapies and devices are developed, demonstrating improvements in function is crucial to obtain the approval of regulatory agencies for the new treatments and devices and to justify reimbursement by governmental and private insurers to providers for these therapies. The importance of assessment and outcome measures of functional vision indicates the need to begin to develop guidelines and standards. The Appalachian Center for Vision Rehabilitation at the WVU Eye Institute is hosting a conference to celebrate the first full year of operation. The topic of the conference will be Functional Vision: Assessment and Outcome. The conference is co-sponsored by the Atlanta VA Vision Rehabilitation Research & Development Center, the WV Chapter of AER, and the West Virginia University Eye Institute. We have invited a group of outstanding speakers to stimulate the discussions on the various aspects of functional vision, how it can be assessed and its role in evaluating outcomes of treatments, devices and services. By attending this conference, you will be able to participate (by presentation and/or discussion) in a small, in-depth, topical meeting that will lay the foundation for developing standards in the assessment methods and outcome measures of functional vision. The goal of the organizers is to produce standards documents (maybe even a published consensus paper) that would begin the process of developing standards in functional vision assessment and outcomes. The conference will comprise two full days May 30 and May 31, 2003. The conference will consist of Invited Presentations, Free Presentations, Posters (depending on the number of submissions), Panel Discussions and exhibits. The invited speakers are listed below: Speakers Affiliation Ian Bailey UC Berkeley - School of Optometry John Brabyn Smith-Kettlewell, San Francisco Mitchell Brigell Pfizer Global Development, Ann Arbor August Colenbrander Smith-Kettlewell, San Francisco Duane R. Geruschat Johns Hopkins, Baltimore Kent Higgins The Lighthouse, New York Aart Kooijman University of Groningen, The Netherlands Robert Massof Johns Hopkins, Baltimore Tom Raasch Ohio State Universtiy, Columbus Gary Rubin Institute of Ophthalmology, London Ronald Schuchard VA Rehab R&D Center / Emory University, Atlanta William Seiple New York Kathleen Turano Johns Hopkins, Baltimore Conference Location: West Virginia University Eye Institute Stadium Drive Morgantown, WV 26506-9193 Conference Topic: Functional Vision: Assessment and Outcome. Conference Dates: Friday, May 30 - Saturday, May 31, 2003 Presentation Submission Deadline: March 28, 2003 Registration: $125 for the full conference including lunches and dinner Friday night One-day registration: $80 Friday; $60 Saturday Student Rate: $40 for both days (Dinner Friday not included); $25 for one day Hotels: The two closest hotels to the conference site are: Hampton Inn $66.00-$85.00 and Euro-Suites $99.00-$130.00 Travel by air: Flights are available to Morgantown from Pittsburgh, PA and Washington. DC on US Airways Express. Travel by car: One may also fly to Pittsburgh and rent a car to drive to Morgantown. Morgantown is conveniently located at the intersection of Interstate 68 and 79. Driving directions are available upon request. To submit a paper or abstract contact J. Vernon Odom, Ph.D., Professor of Ophthalmology West Virginia University Eye Institute Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center of West Virginia University 1 Stadium Drive P.O. Box 9193 Morgantown, WV 26506-9193 Work Telephone +1 304 598 6959 FAX +1 304 598 6928 Electronic-Mail: jodom@wvu.edu For Registration or Exhibition Information contact: Karen Murray West Virginia University Eye Institute Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center of West Virginia University 1 Stadium Drive P.O. Box 9193 Morgantown, WV 26506-9193 Work Telephone +1 304 598 6954 FAX +1 304 598 6929 Electronic-Mail: murrayk@rcbhsc.wvu.edu J. Vernon Odom, Ph.D. Professor of Ophthalmology, Physiology, and Psychology Mail West Virginia University Eye Institute Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center West Virginia University 1 Stadium Drive P.O. Box 9193 Morgantown, WV 26506-9193 U.S.A. Work Telephone +1 304 598 6959 Beeper 0496 FAX +1 304 598 6928 Electronic-Mail odomj@rcbhsc.wvu.edu jodom@wvu.edu The Appalachian Center for Vision Rehabilitation or The ISCEV homepage is http//www.ISCEV.org/ The Healthy Vision Website is Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. From sbuck at u.washington.edu Mon Mar 17 16:42:02 2003 From: sbuck at u.washington.edu (Steve Buck) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] ICVS 2003 SEATTLE deadline reminder Message-ID: 17th Symposium of the International Color Vision Society July 11 - 15, 2003 Seattle, Washington, USA http://depts.washington.edu/icvs2003/ April 1, 2003, is the deadline for: * abstract submission for talks and posters, * early (reduced rate) registration, and * guaranteed on-campus housing reservations. ICVS 2003 will be held in the heart of Seattle on the beautiful campus of the University of Washington. Submissions are welcome on all aspects of color vision, including psychophysics, physiology, genetics, development, clinical practice, standards, and applications. We are working out final details for publication of the refereed Proceedings in a prominent Medline-listed visual science journal. A full social program will be included to foster informal interaction and to enjoy the physical beauty, history, and culture of Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. For complete information, go to http://depts.washington.edu/icvs2003/ or contact Steve Buck, sbuck@u.washington.edu. From M.Bloj at Bradford.ac.uk Tue Mar 18 07:49:01 2003 From: M.Bloj at Bradford.ac.uk (M BLOJ) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Post Doctoral Position Message-ID: Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in the area of Visual Psychophysics. This is a 2.5 year post, funded by the EPSRC, to investigate the perception of colour in real and computer simulated scenes. Candidates should have a PhD in visual psychophysics or other area related to computational vision and demonstrates an ability to work well within a team. Informal enquiries to Dr. Marina Bloj, tel: 01274 236258, e-mail: m.bloj@bradford.ac.uk Application information: http://www.brad.ac.uk/admin/personnel/jobvacancies/external/research.htm Closing date: 28 March 2003 --- Marina Bloj PhD, Lecturer Department of Optometry, Richmond Building University of Bradford BD7 1DP Tel: +44-(0)1274 23 6258 Fax: +44-(0)1274 235570 From daphne at cvs.rochester.edu Tue Mar 18 13:57:01 2003 From: daphne at cvs.rochester.edu (Daphne Bavelier) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] fMRI POST-DOCTORAL POSITION at U. of Rochester, Rochester, NY Message-ID: fMRI POST-DOCTORAL POSITION - Rochester Center for Brain Imaging, University of Rochester, Rochester NY The Center includes a 3.0T magnet for humans and a 9.4T and 14T magnet for small animals. The successful applicant should be well-versed in the use of the fMRI technique, have a strong background in Cognitive Neuroscience and excellent inter-personal skills, as we expect that individual to play an active role in the development of the Center. The applicant would be free to carry out his or her own research in collaboration with one or more research groups at the Center, as well as assisting other groups in experimental design, stimulus presentation, and data processing and analysis. The Center has close links to the department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences which provides a rich scientific environment with experts in learning and development in animals and humans, language acquisition and processing, computational approaches to cognition and neuroscience, and motor control (http://www.bcs.rochester.edu). It is also affiliated to the Center for Visual Science which is one of the largest research centers dedicated to the study of visual perception (http://www.cvs.rochester.edu). If interested, please send a CV and short statement of your interest, as well as the name and address of three references to Daphne Bavelier, daphne@bcs.rochester.edu. The initial appointment is for 2 years, renewable with possibility of a research track position. Start date Fall 2003. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030318/65ec0ca8/attachment.html From john.kelly at seattlechildrens.org Tue Mar 18 16:08:02 2003 From: john.kelly at seattlechildrens.org (Kelly, John) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Upgrade LSM software? Message-ID: I have maintained a free software package for generating visual stimuli on the PC. The advantage of the software is that it is compact, fast, and doesn't require programming. However, it is old (DOS/Win 3.1) and runs via simple menus and hardware/OS compatibility is becoming more difficult. I would like to know how many people would like to continue using this program, or would like to see it upgraded to with specific features. If there is little interest I will likely remove the software from the public domain. you can go to the website to view documentation and download the software: http://faculty.washington.edu/jokelly You can access the message board (after registration) via: http://catalyst.washington.edu/webtools/epost/register.cgi?owner=jokelly &id=4493 Thanks, John P. 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URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030318/c427100b/attachment.html From rohrer at musc.edu Wed Mar 19 08:17:02 2003 From: rohrer at musc.edu (Baerbel Rohrer) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a faculty member Message-ID: The Department of Ophthalmology at the Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a faculty member specializing in vision research. Candidates for this position should have a PhD and/or MD degree, a record of scholarly activity and a research program that can interact with the research strengths and interests of the department. Opportunities exist for active collaboration with several NEI funded projects relating to the fundamental aspects of phototransduction and the retinoid cycle, the pathogenesis and treatment of glaucoma, cataract and specific retinal diseases. Appointment will be commensurate with the candidate?s experience. The University is located on the Atlantic coast in historic Charleston. Application evaluation will begin April 15, 2003, and continue until the position is filled. Interested individuals should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a summary of their research activities, and names of three references to: Dr. Rosalie K. Crouch, Department of Ophthalmology Search Committee Chair, Medical University of South Carolina, 167 Ashley Avenue, Charleston, SC 29425. The Medical University of South Carolina i s an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Baerbel Rohrer.vcf Type: text/x-vcard Size: 624 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030319/312dc94c/BaerbelRohrer.vcf From gert.stange at anu.edu.au Wed Mar 19 16:53:01 2003 From: gert.stange at anu.edu.au (Gert Stange) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] position available Message-ID: <3E78F458.1A34AECD@anu.edu.au> ANUTECH Pty Ltd and AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY Research Scientist/Engineer (machine vision/neuroscience) The Centre for Visual Sciences is seeking to fill a position to work on a challenging research project investigating principles of visual flight control in insects. The objective of the project is the development of concepts for a novel flight-steering system, capable of being implemented in ultra-light hardware, for application as an autopilot in autonomous micro-aircraft. The project is focussed on identifying and modelling the functional characteristics of the neuronal circuitry associated with the simple eyes (ocelli) of dragonflies. In collaboration with a team of neurobiologists, the successful applicant will contribute to designing and conducting experiments that determine the properties of the ocellar system and will translate the biological data into a formal model, to be tested on natural scenes. Salary range will be $A 38,000 to $A 52,000. The position is for 1 year initially, with prospects for extension to 3.5 years. Further details are available from Dr. Gert Stange, ph +61 2 6125 5089, email gert.stange@anu.edu.au. Applications close on Friday, 11 Apr 2003. Applications, including the names and contact details of 3 referees, should be sent to Ms. Beverley Cooper, ANUTECH Pty Ltd., GPO Box 4, Canberra ACT 2601, fax +61 2 6257 1433, email beverley.cooper@anutech.com.au . From d.h.foster at umist.ac.uk Thu Mar 20 08:22:01 2003 From: d.h.foster at umist.ac.uk (David H. Foster) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Two Neuroscience Lectureships Message-ID: <3E798F43.10401@umist.ac.uk> UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Department of Optometry & Neuroscience TWO NEUROSCIENCE LECTURESHIPS As part of the Department's continuing expansion in Neuroscience, applications are invited for two new Lectureships. A PhD and evidence of first-class research potential are essential. Research interests should be compatible with existing research activity in this 5*-rated Department. Applicants with interests in visual neuroscience, neuroimaging, neuroanatomy, or sensory/motor neurophysiology will be particularly welcome, but candidates with other backgrounds will also be considered. A start-up package will be available and initial teaching and administration loads will be kept to a minimum. For an informal discussion please contact Dr. Niall McLoughlin (tel: +44 (0)161 200 3873; email: niall.mcloughlin@umist.ac.uk), or Professor David Foster, Head of Department (tel: +44 (0)161 200 3888; email: d.h.foster@umist.ac.uk). Information about the Department and its research activities is available at http://www.umist.ac.uk/ons. Salary will be within the Lecturer scale: ?22,191 - ?33,679 per annum. The start date for the two posts is August 1 2003, or as soon as possible thereafter. For an application form and further details please write to: The Personnel Office, UMIST, Sackville Street, Manchester, M60 1QD, UK (website: www.umist.ac.uk/university/jobs). The closing date is April 25, 2003. Please quote reference ONS/A/61. -- D. H. Foster, DSc FInstP Professor of Visual & Computational Neuroscience and Head of Department Department of Optometry & Neuroscience UMIST Manchester M60 1QD, UK. email: d.h.foster@umist.ac.uk tel: +44 (0)161 200 3888 or 3889 (secretary) fax: +44 (0)161 200 3887 web: http://www.op.umist.ac.uk/dhf.html From m.a.georgeson at aston.ac.uk Fri Mar 21 11:30:01 2003 From: m.a.georgeson at aston.ac.uk (Mark Georgeson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] PhD studentship - Aston University, Birmingham, UK Message-ID: POSTGRADUATE STUDENTSHIP --- CALL FOR APPLICATIONS ASTON UNIVERSITY, BIRMINGHAM (UK) --- NEUROSCIENCES RESEARCH INSTITUTE "Mechanisms of shading and texture analysis in the perception of 3-D surfaces" 1. About the studentship 1.1 Background Applications are invited for a PhD studentship that is funded by, and forms part of, an EPSRC research project held jointly by Professor Mark Georgeson (Aston University) and Dr Andrew Schofield (University of Birmingham). The post-graduate studentship will be based at Aston University in Birmingham, supervised by Mark Georgeson, but will involve close collaboration with Dr Schofield and his post-doctoral fellow at the University of Birmingham. The stipend is ?8092 per year, and all tuition fees will be paid up to the level charged for a UK student. The student will be registered for the Ph.D. degree, subject to satisfactory progress in the first year. Start date is negotiable between 1st April 2003 and 1st October 2003 at the latest. Candidates should hold (or expect to hold) a good Honours degree (first, or good 2.1) in a relevant discipline (e.g. Psychology, Optometry, Physiology, Physics, Computer Science), and should have an interest in the analysis of visual processes through psychophysical experiments and computational modelling. Mathematical and computing skills, including some programming experience, will be especially advantageous. Applicants should provide a clear statement about their research interests, either on the application form or in an attached letter or CV. Applicants should also include contact details of at at least two (and preferably three) academic referees who can be contacted. Informal enquiries to Mark Georgeson by email: m.a.georgeson@aston.ac.uk For application form write to Victoria Heath, Neurosciences Research Institute, Aston University, Birmingham B4 7ET, U.K., or: Email: v.e.heath@aston.ac.uk, Tel: 0121 359 3611 ext.5173 1.2 The research The project is about human perception of 3-D surfaces. The research will consider possible interactions between shading (luminance, first order) and contrast (second order) signals as 'pictorial' cues to support the perception of surface shape, and depth. We have previously noted that while luminance (LM) and contrast (CM) cues do not interact at detection threshold (Schofield and Georgeson, 1999) they do combine to form very different percepts when presented in and out of phase with one another. When added to a noise texture, sinusoidal luminance variations produce the percept of shape from shading. When contrast modulations are imposed on the noise in-phase with the luminance signal (high contrast pairs up with high luminance) then the shape from shading percept is enhanced and the contrast modulations seem to disappear. When out of phase with the luminance signal, the contrast modulations are quite visible and seem to disrupt the shape from shading percept. It is as if the contrast modulations serve to key the shading percept. We propose to investigate these interactions using a range of psychophysical and perceptual measures. 1) Depth probe mapping: 2) Visual - haptic surface matching: 3) Facilitation and masking at threshold: 4) Cross-over adaptation: 5) Cue combination of shading, texture and disparity cues above threshold: It is expected that the student will focus on studies 3 and 4 at Aston, but will have the opportunity to collaborate on studies 1,2 and 5 at Birmingham. Further details available on request, from m.a.georgeson@aston.ac.uk 2. Contact & useful websites Aston University: http://www.aston.ac.uk School of Life & Health Sciences: http://www.aston.ac.uk/lhs/research/ Vision Research Group: http://www.aston.ac.uk/lhs/research/nri/vrg/ Birmingham University: http://www.bham.ac.uk The Vision Laboratory at Birmingham: http://web.bham.ac.uk/visionlab Midlands Vision Group: http://www.bham.ac.uk/mvg Find out more about the city of Birmingham: http://www.birmingham.org.uk/ Informal enquiries to Mark Georgeson by email: m.a.georgeson@aston.ac.uk 3. Some recent publications by the grant-holders Georgeson M A, Hammett S T (2002) Seeing blur: 'motion sharpening' without motion. Proc Roy Soc B 269, 1429-1434. Georgeson M A, Schofield A J (2003). Shading & Texture: separate information channels with a common adaptation mechanism? Spatial Vision. (in press) Georgeson M A, Scott-Samuel N E (2000) Spatial resolution and receptive field height of motion sensors in human vision. Vision Research. 40, 745-758. Schofield A J, Georgeson M A (2000). The temporal properties of first- and second-order vision. Vision Research. 40, 2475-2487. Schofield A J, Georgeson M A (2002). Sensitivity to contrast modulation: the spatial frequency dependence of second order vision.Vision Research. (in press). Schofield A.J., & Georgeson, M.A. (1999) Sensitivity to modulations of luminance and contrast in visual white noise: separate mechanisms with similar behaviour, Vision Research, 39, 2697-2716. Webster M A, Georgeson M A, Webster S M (2002) Neural adjustment to image blur. Nature Neuroscience, 5(9), 839-840. For a broad introduction to vision research, see: Bruce V, Green P R, Georgeson M A (1996) Visual Perception: Physiology, Psychology and Ecology, 3rd edition. Hove & London: Psychology Press. pp.448. ?????????????????????????????? -- =============================== Mark Georgeson, Professor of Vision Sciences Neurosciences Research Institute Aston University Birmingham B4 7ET, U.K. Phone: +44 (0)121 359 3611 ext.5419 Fax: +44 (0)121 333 4220 Email: m.a.georgeson@aston.ac.uk ================================ From announcements at journalofvision.org Fri Mar 21 12:56:02 2003 From: announcements at journalofvision.org (Journal of Vision) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Linking Eye Movements and Perception: Deadline Extension Message-ID: Linking Eye Movements and Perception A Special Issue of the Journal of Vision Deadline Extension At the request of the Guest Editors, we have extended the deadline for papers submitted to this special issue from the original date of April 2 to the new date of May 2. Authors considering a submission should consult the call for papers at http://journalofvision.org/jov/info/lemp.html. General instructions on how to submit to the Journal of Vision are available at http://journalofvision.org/jov/info/info_for_authors.html. -- Journal of Vision http://journalofvision.org/ From speech03 at ipe.et.uni-magdeburg.de Mon Mar 24 11:25:02 2003 From: speech03 at ipe.et.uni-magdeburg.de (Speech'03 Workshop) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Speech processing workshop reminder: Abstract submissions due MAY 07, 2003 Message-ID: <3E7EFE31.6040000@iesk.et.uni-magdeburg.de> Dear Colleagues, on behalf of the organizing committee I would like to invite you to attend / contribute to the Speech Processing Workshop (in connection with the DAGM'03) http://speech-dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de/ which will be held September 08-09, 2003, at the Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Germany. Proposals for Tutorials are welcome. Companies are invited to present actual technology in dedicated exhibitions. Please send this information until June 15 the latest. Paper submission is a one-step procedure. The electronic submission system to upload manuscripts (camera-ready not necessary at this stage) is now available: http://speech-dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de/speech/papers/ Paper submission deadline (electronic, 8 pages): May 07, 2003 Online registration for all participants and links to hotels will be available soon. For the full (previously released) anouncement, see below. Kind regards, Andreas Wendemuth ------------------------------------------------------------------ ANNOUNCEMENT & CALL FOR PAPERS Pre-Conference Single-Track SPEECH PROCESSING WORKSHOP Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, Germany September 08-09, 2003 in connection with the DAGM'03 Pattern Recognition Symposium For details and latest information see: http://speech-dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de In connection with the pattern recognition symposium DAGM'03, the German Society for Pattern Recognition (Deutsche Arbeits- gemeinschaft f?r Mustererkennung e.V., DAGM e.V.) invites authors and guests to a dedicated speech processing workshop in Magdeburg, Sept. 08-09,2003, immediately preceding the main symposium. The workshop, hosted by the Cognitive Systems group, brings together junior researchers and renowned experts in all areas of speech processing to present and discuss recent progress and advances. English will be the only accepted language for contributions and presentations. We are looking forward to welcoming you in Magdeburg! Chair: A. Wendemuth Local Organisation: S. Kr?ger Important Dates: May 07, 2003: Paper submission deadline (electronic 8 pages) June 26, 2003: Decision to authors July 10, 2003: Camera-ready versions of accepted papers Technical Committee: Den Os, Els, MPI for Psycholinguistics, Nijmegen H?b-Umbach, Reinhold, Uni Paderborn H?ge, Harald, Siemens M?nchen H?ning, Harald, DaimlerChrysler, Ulm Martin, Rainer, Uni Braunschweig Ney, Hermann, RWTH Aachen Niemann, Heinrich, Uni Erlangen-N?rnberg Rigoll, Gerhard, TU M?nchen Ruske, G?nther, TU M?nchen Topics of the conference include, but are not limited to, the following areas: Phonetics and Phonology Speech Production and Perception Voice Processing and Feature Extraction Speech recognition and understanding Recognition under adverse conditions Speaker Authentication Speech Generation and Synthesis DSPs and Dedicated Architectures Spoken Dialogue Systems Applications, System solutions Contact: Address: S. Kr?ger, FEIT/IESK, Uni Magdeburg, PO Box 4120 39016 Magdeburg, Germany E-mail: speech-dagm03@iesk.et.uni-magdeburg.de From bluezulu at dial.pipex.com Mon Mar 24 11:32:32 2003 From: bluezulu at dial.pipex.com (Karen Purvis) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] The Retinoid Cycle and Retina Disease: Program Update Message-ID: <104701c2f20d$41541000$1d41bc3e@OFFICE> With apologies for any cross-posting. Updated program information is now available for the Seventh Annual Vision Research Conference 'The Retinoid Cycle and Retina Disease' which takes place May 2-3, 2003 in Fort Lauderdale, USA, prior to the 2003 ARVO Annual Meeting. You can view the updated oral and poster programs now at http://www.visres-interactivemeeting.com The purpose of the conference is to summarize current knowledge regarding mechanisms of photobleaching in rods and cones, and the metabolism of retinoids in photoreceptors and the RPE. Particular emphasis will be given to exploring gene defects leading to human retina disease, and to investigating naturally occurring and laboratory-generated animal models for these diseases. Session topics and chairs are as follows: Bleaching of rhodopsin and its regeneration Chair: Klaus Peter Hofmann, Universitatsklinikum Charite Berlin, Germany The retinoid cycle in the vertebrate retina Chair: M Carter Cornwall, Boston University School of Medicine, USA The retinoid cycle in the RPE Chair: Carola Driessen, University Medical Centre St Radboud, The Netherlands Retina diseases associated with mutations in retinoid cycle genes Chair: Alan C Bird, University of London, UK Cone pigment regeneration Chair: Rosalie Crouch, Medical University of South Carolina, USA Intersection of phototransduction and the retinoid cycle Chair: David R Pepperberg, University of Illinois at Chicago, USA The age-old isomerase problem and photoisomerization Chair: Krzysztof Palczewski, University of Washington School of Medicine, USA Animal models: transgenics, knockouts and naturally occurring Chair: Wolfgang Baehr, University of Utah, USA For full details of the conference, including information on how to register and book accommodation, please visit the conference website at http://www.visres-interactivemeeting.com or contact Claire Norris at visionresearch@ntlworld.com for a copy of the printed registration information. All delegates are invited to pre-register now for the conference to avoid the onsite registration surcharge. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030324/fac6b19b/attachment.html From rohrer at musc.edu Tue Mar 25 11:19:01 2003 From: rohrer at musc.edu (Baerbel Rohrer) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoctoral Position to study Genetics of Photoreceptor Degeneration Message-ID: Postdoctoral Position to study "Genetics of Photoreceptor Degeneration" at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. NIH-funded postdoctoral position available immediately in visual neuroscience to perform research directed at revealing common aspects of signaling both during retinal degeneration and neural protection. Projects include the molecular analysis of mouse models of photoreceptor degeneration, using gene chip analysis and correlation-based data mining, Northern and real-time PCR, with follow-up experiments that will include in vivo examination of therapeutics in these mouse models. M.D. or Ph.D. required, with experience in cellular or molecular biology. Good communication skills and willingness to work in a team setting are essential. Prior experience with gene chip analysis studies is advantageous. Applicants should send curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and names of three references to: Baerbel (Barb) Rohrer Assistant Professor Depts of Physiology & Neuroscience and Ophthalmology Storm Eye Institute Medical School of South Carolina 167 Ashley Ave, Rm 707 Charleston, SC 29425 Tel (843) 792-5086 lab (843) 792-2166 Fax (843) 792-1723 email rohrer@musc.edu From gdesbord at cns.bu.edu Tue Mar 25 11:22:09 2003 From: gdesbord at cns.bu.edu (Gaelle Desbordes) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Boston University: NSF REU positions in active perception Message-ID: Research opportunities for undergraduate students are available in the Active Perception Laboratory in the Department of Cognitive and Neural Systems at Boston University. Research at the Active Perception Lab investigates the interactions between visual perception and motor behavior by following a multidisciplinary approach that integrates modeling of neural systems with experiments of robotics and visual psychophysics. Help is sought for the following two projects: 1) Psychophysical experiments on eye-movement contingent display. To precisely control the motion of a stimulus on the retina, images presented on a computer monitor are changed in real-time according to the eye movements of human subjects. Eye movements are monitored by a DPI eyetracker. 2) Replicating human eye movements in a robot. The Active Perception Laboratory hosts a robotic system with two mobile cameras that was specifically designed to replicate human eye movements. This system is used together with simulations of neuronal populations in the brain to analyze neural activity during oculomotor behavior. Positions are funded by a Research Experiences for Undergraduates grant from the National Science Foundation. Programming experience is required. Expertise in real-time programming and/or computer graphics is desirable. For more information, see: http://cns.bu.edu/~rucci/APLab/positions.html To apply send a cv and a letter of interest (preferably via email) to: Prof. Michele Rucci Department of Cognitive and Neural Systems 677 Beacon St Boston, MA 02215 USA email: rucci@cns.bu.edu From bryan.jones at m.cc.utah.edu Tue Mar 25 11:57:01 2003 From: bryan.jones at m.cc.utah.edu (Bryan Jones) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Webvision Message-ID: <12D6E6A8-5EF2-11D7-8A7D-000393942D34@m.cc.utah.edu> Webvision http://webvision.med.utah.edu/ , an online resource for retinal anatomy and physiology is one of the oldest online texts and has begun the first phase of its upgrade. We recently moved it to a new home running on OS X, so the problems with website reliability and uptime should now be eliminated. Additionally, problems with availability have been addressed in that Webvision can now be accessed by an unlimited number of users at any one time. Any feedback regarding suggestions for improvements to design or content from the vision community during Webvisions update would be welcome. Please send all such feedback to me at bryan.jones@m.cc.utah.edu Best Regards, Bryan William Jones bryan.jones@m.cc.utah.edu University of Utah School of Medicine Moran Eye Center Rm 3407 75 N. Medical Dr. Salt Lake City, Utah 84132 http://prometheus.med.utah.edu/~marclab/ From zacher at cvr.yorku.ca Wed Mar 26 11:12:01 2003 From: zacher at cvr.yorku.ca (Jim Zacher) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] CVR 2003 Conference Honouring David Regan - Abstract Deadline Announcement Message-ID: <3E81D5FA.5070309@cvr.yorku.ca> Just a friendly reminder that Poster Abstracts are due April 15, 2003. Please refer to the CVR webpage http://www.cvr.yorku.ca/conferences/ for further information on Poster Abstracts and the conference. Thanks, Jim From k.schmid at qut.edu.au Wed Mar 26 15:51:01 2003 From: k.schmid at qut.edu.au (Katrina Schmid) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] post-doctoral research position Message-ID: <4.3.2.7.2.20030327082431.025137e0@pop.qut.edu.au> Dear vision list subscribers, We have just advertised for a post-doc to help with electrophysiology projects in myopia. If you know anyone who may be interested we would appreciate you forwarding this email to them. The position is also open to overseas applicants, it is for 1 year but could be extended up to a total of 4 years. Many thanks Katrina Research Fellow (Lee Foundation Fellow in Myopia Research) Centre for Health Research Fixed-term full-time appointment for one year Reference Number: 23141 A Research Fellow is required by the Centre for Health Research to work within a program of research, focused on understanding why myopia develops with an emphasis on the role of vision and retinal processing. The successful candidate will work with researchers toward the goal of developing prevention strategies. Closes: 14 April 2003 Salary: $53 298 to $63 298 pa Benefits available at QUT include 9% employer superannuation contributions, a generous study assistance scheme, salary packaging, relocation assistance (if applicable), extensive development and training programs and access to a range of state-of-the-art facilities. The Project This is a 4 year project funded by the Lee Foundation of Singapore. The position is located within the Centre for Health Research, Faculty of Health. Appointment will be on an annual contract basis. Subject to annual renewal of funding, the contract is renewable for up to four years in total. Primary aim: The aim of the project is to develop a better understanding of the causes of myopia with an emphasis on optical and retinal factors and based on this knowledge, methods for controlling myopia progression will be studied. Secondary aim: The project will also aim to disseminate information about myopia prevention strategies to clinicians and scientists. For more information see http://www.hrd.qut.edu.au/recruitselect/jobs/23141.jsp Dr Katrina L Schmid, PhD Senior Lecturer Centre for Eye Research School of Optometry Queensland University of Technology Victoria Park Rd, Kelvin Grove Brisbane Australia 4059 CRICOS No 00213J Ph: +61 7 3864 5700 Fax: +61 7 3864 5665 Email: k.schmid@qut.edu.au Website: http://www.hlth.qut.edu.au/opt/ From vpf3 at columbia.edu Thu Mar 27 08:08:02 2003 From: vpf3 at columbia.edu (Vincent Ferrera) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Galvanometer controller References: <3E81D5FA.5070309@cvr.yorku.ca> Message-ID: <3E830D12.7FF66449@columbia.edu> We are looking for a General Scanning (aka GSI Lumonics) CX660 galvanometer driver. If you have one to sell, please contact me: Vincent Ferrera 212-543-6931 x301 vpf3@columbia.edu From skastner at Princeton.EDU Thu Mar 27 15:26:01 2003 From: skastner at Princeton.EDU (Sabine Kastner) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoc - Princeton Psychology Message-ID: <3E837824.30705@princeton.edu> Position for a postdoctoral research associate available in the Department of Psychology at Princeton University. The position is jointly held in the Sensory-Motor Laboratory (Dr. Michael Graziano) and the Neuroscience of Attention and Perception Laboratory (Dr. Sabine Kastner). This is a one-year appointment with possibility of renewal. Research in our labs is focused on a variety of themes including visuo-motor integration in primate parietal, motor, and premotor cortex, and the neural basis of visual perception and its modulation by cognitive processes such as attention in the human brain. Methods include single-cell physiology, microstimulation, functional brain imaging in primates, and functional brain mapping techniques (fMRI, EEG, TMS) in humans. More information can be found on our web sites (www.csbmb.Princeton.EDU/gross_graziano/; www.princeton.edu/~psych/PsychSite/fac_kastner.html ). Strong background in animal neurophysiology is required. Candidates must have a completed Ph.D. and a strong background in cognitive, computational and/or general neuroscience. Programming skills (fundamentals of C, Unix, Matlab) are a plus. Salary commensurate with experience. PU/EOE/AA. Please send a resume and 3 letters of recommendation to Dr. Michael Graziano (email:graziano@princeton.edu) or Dr. Sabine Kastner (email:skastner@princeton.edu) Psychology Dept., Princeton Univ., Princeton, NJ 08544-1010. -- Sabine Kastner, M.D., Ph.D. Department of Psychology Center for the Study of Brain, Mind & Behavior Princeton University Green Hall Princeton, NJ 08544 Phone: 609-258 0479 Fax: 609-258 1113 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Proposals for Tutorials are still welcome. Companies are invited to present actual technology in dedicated exhibitions. Please send this information till middle of May at latest. The electronic submission system to upload the draft paper (anonymous) is available (http://www.dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de/dagm/papers/). The regular registration fee will be about 280 Euros. The online registration for all participants and links to hotels will be available soon. Kind regards, Bernd Michaelis ANNOUNCEMENT & CALL FOR PAPERS DAGM'03 25th Pattern Recognition Symposium September 10-12, 2003 OTTO-VON-GUERICKE UNIVERSITY MAGDEBURG, GERMANY For details and latest information see: http://dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de The German Society for Pattern Recognition (Deutsche Arbeitsgemeinschaft f?r Mustererkennung e.V., DAGM e.V.) invites authors and guests to their annual pattern recognition symposium DAGM'03 in Magdeburg, Sept. 10-12, 2003. DAGM'03, which will be hosted by the Otto-von-Guericke University, brings together renowned experts in all areas of pattern recognition to present and discuss recent progress and advances. DAGM'03 follows the open-minded tradition of the previous symposia. It is preceded by a speech processing workshop Sept. 08-09, 2003. Conference language will be English. We are looking forward to welcoming you in Magdeburg! Chair: B. Michaelis Local Organization: G. Krell W. Liebscher B. Michaelis R. Pohle K. T?nnies Important Dates: April 07, 2003: Paper submission deadline (electronic, 8 pages) May 26, 2003: Decision to authors June 10, 2003: Camera-ready versions of accepted papers Programme Committee: J. Buhmann, Uni Bonn H. Burkhardt, Uni Freiburg W. F?rstner, Uni Bonn U. Franke, DaimlerChrysler Stuttgart S. Fuchs, Uni Dresden L. Van Gool, ETH Z?rich G. Hartmann, Uni Paderborn B. J?hne, Uni Heidelberg B. K?mmerer, Siemens M?nchen R. Koch, Uni Kiel W.G. Kropatsch, TU Wien F. Leberl, TU Graz C.E. Liedtke, Uni Hannover H. Mayer, Uni-BW M?nchen R. Mester, Uni Frankfurt B. Michaelis, Uni Magdeburg H.-H. Nagel, Uni Karlsruhe B. Neumann, Uni Hamburg H. Ney, RWTH Aachen H. Niemann, Uni Erlangen B. Radig, TU M?nchen H. Ritter, Uni Bielefeld G. Sagerer, Uni Bielefeld D. Saupe, Uni Konstanz B. Schiele, ETH Z?rich C. Schn?rr, Uni Mannheim G. Sommer, Uni Kiel G. Szekely, ETH Z?rich K. T?nnies, Uni Magdeburg T. Vetter, Uni Freiburg F.M. Wahl, TU Braunschweig J. Weickert, Uni Saarland Topics of the conference include, but are not limited to, the following areas: Mathematical and statistical fundamentals Image analysis and understanding Speech recognition and understanding Sensor fusion Tracking and motion analysis (2-D, 3-D) Segmentation and classification Man-machine interaction 3-D measurement and reconstruction Cognitive vision Active vision Medical imaging and image analysis Real-time vision Applications, system solutions Data mining and knowledge discovery Additionally: Tutorials Invited Papers Exhibitions Workshops Contact: Address: IESK, Uni Magdeburg, PO Box 4120 39016 Magdeburg, Germany Universit?tsplatz 2, Building 09 E-mail: dagm03@iesk.et.uni-magdeburg.de Phone: +49(391)6718860 http://dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de From yuhong at MIT.EDU Mon Mar 31 12:54:02 2003 From: yuhong at MIT.EDU (Yuhong Jiang) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] job opening: RA in cognitive neuroscience using fMRI Message-ID: Yuhong Jiang, an assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at Harvard University is searching for a psychology/neuroscience/computer science/physics senior who is interested in a RAship beginning summer 2003. The RA will be in charge of setting up and maintaining a local lab Linux system, trouble-shooting any computer-related problems. S/he is also expected to write MATLAB (or C++), perl, and C-shell codes used for presenting experiments and analyzing fMRI data. Prior knowledge and experience in cognitive psychology or neuroscience is a plus but is not required. The RA will also be involved in all stages of lab research, including recruiting subjects, testing and scanning subjects using fMRI and analyzing data. The position will start from this summer (July 2003) for 1 to 2 years. Please send a statement, resume, and 3 letters of reference to yuhong@MIT.EDU. The deadline for application is 5/1/03. Yuhong Jiang, PhD NE20-443, MIT 77 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge, MA 02139 ============================================================================= Yuhong Jiang yuhong@MIT.EDU postdoctoral fellow Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences NE20-443B, MIT 617-258-0670 ============================================================================= -- VisionScience Administrator http://www.visionscience.com/ Check out the VisionScience mailing list at http://www.visionscience.com/mailman/listinfo/vslist From susana at io.cfmac.csic.es Tue Apr 1 08:31:01 2003 From: susana at io.cfmac.csic.es (Susana Marcos) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] FALL VISION MEETING Message-ID: <3.0.6.32.20030401093852.01a4c130@io.cfmac.csic.es> **************************************************************************** FALL VISION MEETING in cooperation with the Optical Society of America **************************************************************************** Oct 4 - 6th, 2003 University of Arizona, Tucson & Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Abstract submission deadlines: OCULAR IMAGING SYMPOSIUM (OSA Annual Meeting). April 21. Guidelines for abstract preparation and online submission: http://www.osa.org/meetings/annual/presenter/prep/ REST OF SYMPOSIA. June 30. Guidelines for abstract preparation and online submission: to be announced Overview The Vision & Color Division of the Optical Society of America organizes an expanded version of the very successful Fall Vision Meetings in Irvine 2001 and San Francisco 2002. The meeting will include symposia on Vision, Color, Clinical Vision and Visual Optics (Saturday & Sunday at the University of Arizona), and symposia on Ocular Imaging, joint with the Optics in Biology and Medicine OSA Division (Monday, at the OSA Annual Meeting). The meeting will be free of cost, thanks to the sponsorship of the University of Arizona. The Optical Society of America is waiving one-day (Monday) registration for all those attending the Vision Meeting. The meeting will include the presentation of the Boynton Lecture. Presentations will be in the form of oral presentations and posters. The goal of the meeting is to bring together those interested in quantitative visual science and those developing medical applications of this high-quality field in an appealing venue with extensive opportunities for cross-fertilization at the clinical/lab interface. The connection with the Optical Society of America Annual Meeting will favor the interactions with other OSA Divisions, who present a wide program on biomedical imaging and on recent advances on photonics and optoelectronics. SYMPOSIA BASIC VISION. Organizers: Miguel Eckstein & Ione Fine ? Segmentation and Grouping. To recognize objects in natural environments requires segmenting their contours from the background environment, while grouping joins "like with like". This symposium will focus on segmentation, grouping, and how these two tasks are related.. Moderator: Ione Fine. Invited Moderator: Jitendra Malik ? Cue combination. In many tasks (e.g. estimating 3D depth and shape or estimating the illuminant) there are a variety of cues available to the visual system, and no single cue is either necessary or sufficient. The symposium will focus on recent work examining how sensory systems combine information across different cues. Moderator: Marty Banks COLOR VISION. Organizers: Mike Webster & John S Werner Brief description: Color symposia will mark the career of Russell L. De Valois, with talks by his former students and colleagues on the neural coding and representation of color and form. Contributed papers are also solicited. ? Color Vision symposium in Honor of Russell L. DeValois. Physiology Moderator: Michael Webster ? Color Vision symposium in Honor of Russell L. DeValois. Psychophysics. Moderator: John S Werner CLINICAL VISION. Organizer: Marilyn Schneck ? New Approaches to Retinal Disease. Moderator: Gunilla Haegerst?m-Portnoy Papers are solicited for this symposium. Topics include genetics of retinal disease, emerging treatments (including preventative measures, photodynamic therapy, implants, transplants and gene therapy). In addition, papers concerning candidate outcome measures for assessing efficacy of treatments (electrophysiological and psychophysical measures of function and retinal imaging) are requested. VISUAL OPTICS. Organizers: Susana Marcos, Austin Roorda & Jim Schwiegerling Studies of the optical properties of the eye and optical imaging of the visual system, together with applications of knowledge of optics and visual system in medicine and industry. Papers are solicited for general visual optics in general, and the following symposia in particular. ? Optical quality metrics for the Eye. Moderator: Ray Applegate. Wavefront sensors can provide accurate measurements of the wave aberrations of the eye, but how can we use that information to describe how well, or how poorly the eye sees? While image quality metrics are well understood for optical systems with low aberrations, they generally fail to apply for the high aberrations found in the eye. An understanding of optical image quality in the eye is important for many applications, ranging from measurements of the outcomes of refractive surgery to building a better autorefractor. ? Accommodation and Refractive Error. Moderator: Christine Wildsoet. The symposium will include studies of the etiology of refractive errors, animal models for myopia, control of ocular growth, optical aberrations and refractive errors, clues for accommodation, and presbyopia and aging of the crystalline lens. ? Visual Optics and Visual Aids. Moderator: Geunyoung Yoon Optical performance of conventional and custom contact lenses, intraocular lenses; multifocal optics, intacts; Design and visual performance of low vision aids (optical and digital). OCULAR IMAGING. Organizers: Susana Marcos, Austin Roorda & Jim Schwiegerling (OSA Color & Vision Division) and Jennifer Barton, Chris Schaffer & Nimmi Ramanujam (OSA Optics in Biology and Medicine). Papers and posters submissions are requested following OSA Annual Meeting guidelines. ? Novel imaging devices and applications: ocular imaging. This session will cover endoscope-based imaging systems (e.g. OCT, confocal, spectroscopic), with a focus on the probe design (using micro optics, MEMS). New imaging opportunities that these devices allow will be emphasized. Invited speakers: Wolfgang Drexler, U. Vienna, "OCT in the human eye" Richard Rosen, New York Eye Enfermery, "En face OCT" David Williams, U, Rochester, "Adaptive optics in the human eye" ? Optical manipulation of biological tissues in the human eye. This session will include topics like short-pulse cutting of corneal tissue, photochemistry to induce biological change in the retina Invited speakers: Francois Delori, Schepens Eye Research Institute & Harvard- Tutorial. Laser-tissue interaction in the human retina Alfred Vogel, Laser corneal ablation Benjamin Rockwell, Air Force Research Lab: photodynamic therapy and toxicity induced by multiphoton absorption in melanin ? Current trends in Spectroscopy and Imaging for Disease Diagnosis. This will emphasize the origins of optical signals from biological tissue (i.e. the retina or the visual cortex, etc .)and how they can be used to understand the appearance and progression of disease (with particular emphasis of image processing and visual understanding). Invited speakers: Francois Delori, Schepens Eye Research Institute & Harvard-Autofluorescence imaging. Tim Holmes, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Deconvolution of retinal images Elisabeth Krupinski, University of Arizona, Analyzing medical images incorporating the effects of the observer into the processing. From cindy at cns.bu.edu Tue Apr 1 13:40:02 2003 From: cindy at cns.bu.edu (Cynthia Bradford) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] 7th ICCNS: Call for Registration and Complete Conference Program Message-ID: <010b01c2f88e$26e74390$573dc580@bu.edu> ***** CALL FOR REGISTRATION ***** AND ***** COMPLETE CONFERENCE PROGRAM ***** SEVENTH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON COGNITIVE AND NEURAL SYSTEMS Tutorials: May 28, 2003 Meeting: May 29-31, 2003 Boston University 677 Beacon Street Boston, Massachusetts 02215 http://cns.bu.edu/meetings/ Sponsored by Boston University's Center for Adaptive Systems and Department of Cognitive and Neural Systems with financial support from the Office of Naval Research This interdisciplinary conference focuses on two fundamental questions: How Does the Brain Control Behavior? How Can Technology Emulate Biological Intelligence? A single oral or poster session enables all presented work to be highly visible. Confirmed invited speakers: Andreas G. Andreou, Andrew Barto, Irving Biederman, Emilio Bizzi, Richard Born, Neil Burgess, Gail A. Carpenter, C.R. Gallistel, Ann M. Graybiel, Stephen Grossberg, Eric Halgren, Sarah Hawkins, Michael J. Kahana, John K. Kruschke, Victor A.F. Lamme, Robert Nosofsky, Rosalind Picard, Jordan Pollack, Josef P. Rauschecker, Barbara Shinn-Cunningham, James T. Todd, Roger Tootell, Donald C. Wunsch II, Steven Yantis Please visit the web site http://cns.bu.edu/meetings/ for: --the complete conference schedule, including 125 presentations --the registration form --local lodging options From dagm03 at ipe.et.uni-magdeburg.de Thu Apr 3 11:29:02 2003 From: dagm03 at ipe.et.uni-magdeburg.de (DAGM'03 Symposium) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] DAGM'03: DEADLINE EXTENSION April 15 Message-ID: <3E8C2587.1080500@iesk.et.uni-magdeburg.de> ================================================================ DAGM'03 25th Pattern Recognition Symposium September 10-12, 2003 OTTO-VON-GUERICKE UNIVERSITY MAGDEBURG, GERMANY ================================================================= Dear Colleagues Complying with a request of many colleagues the paper draft submission deadline of the 25th Pattern Recognition Symposium DAGM'03 has been extended till April 15, 2003. For details please visit the conference's webpage: http://dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de We are looking forward to meeting you in Magdeburg. Kind regards, Bernd Michaelis Conference Chair ============================================================== if you like to be unsubscribed from this emailing list, please send an email to dagm03@iesk.et.uni-magdeburg.de in this case you will not receive any further information about the conference. ============================================================== From john at eyelab.psy.msu.edu Thu Apr 3 17:34:01 2003 From: john at eyelab.psy.msu.edu (John M. Henderson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Post-doc in spatial cognition Message-ID: <5.0.2.1.2.20030403190011.03dd6070@eyelab.psy.msu.edu> Position Announcement: Post-doctoral Researcher: Spatial Cognition and Human Computer Interaction. Candidates: Ph.D. Degree in Psychology, Cognitive Science, or Human-computer Interaction. Duration: Full time, 2003-2005 The M.I.N.D. (Media Interface and Network Design) Lab at Michigan State University is seeking an enthusiastic, creative researcher in Psychology, Cognitive Science, or Human-computer Interaction for a full time post-doctoral position. Desirable candidates must possess a Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology, Cognitive Science, Human Computer Interaction or a closely related field. Key to the position is demonstrated familiarity with research in the area of human spatial cognition, spatial schema, and/or spatial representational systems. Experience working with and administering research teams, conducting experiments, and a solid methodological background in experimental design and data analysis are critical. You will devote 50 % of your time as the key experimentalist on an NSF funded project called Mobile Infospaces http://www.mindlab.org/web2/research/mobile.htm. Primary responsibilities: 4 Conducting experiments within the Mobile Infospaces project on spatial cognition using the M.I.N.D. Lab s augmented reality experimental test bed. 4 Research publication including articles, literature reviews in the area of human spatial cognition and the design of spatial augmented reality interfaces. 4 Administration of research teams of graduate and undergraduate students for this project. Other 50% time responsibilities: 4 Research administration for the lab senior research support for the lab including HCI research in the lab, 4 Human subjects administration, 4 Support of data analysis and research support for lab based graduate students , 4 Direct lab s internship program, 4 Acting support for the lab s Director. Work Environment Media Interface and Network Design (M.I.N.D.) Labs: The Media Interface and Network Design Labs (http://www.mindlab.org) are a network of human-computer interaction research labs focused on the interaction of mind and media, especially on ways in which media can be better adapted and tailored to the mind. The M.I.N.D. Labs have facilities at several American universities and overseas in Russia, Finland, Netherlands, and Portugal. The Michigan State M.I.N.D. Lab is the original founding lab home to the Directorship of the M.I.N.D. Labs. The lab includes projects that involve faculty and students from Computer Science, Telecommunication, Cognitive Science, and Psychology. Facilities include virtual reality and augmented reality systems, over 25 computer graphics work stations, and various forms of research measurement equipment. Michigan State University. Founded in 1855 Michigan State University is situated in East Lansing, a pleasant university town just on the border of Lansing, the Michigan state capitol. The Michigan State University campus is quite large with over 5000 acres of land, 150 major buildings, over 7000 types of trees and shrubs, 33 miles of roads, and 99 miles of walkways. The campus is home to over 40,000 students from all continents and about 4000 faculty and staff. The cost of living is very reasonable. To Apply: Consideration of applications begins April, 2003. Search closes when a suitable candidate is hired. Duties begin August 16, 2003. Send letter of application, curriculum vita with three listed references, and sample articles to: Chairperson Dr. Frank Biocca, E-mail: Biocca@msu.edu (include word post-doc application on the subject line) M.I.N.D. Labs and MSU are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institutions. From J.Harris at newcastle.ac.uk Fri Apr 4 08:42:00 2003 From: J.Harris at newcastle.ac.uk (Julie Harris) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoc in Vision and Eye Movements Message-ID: Postdoctoral Research Associate, School of Biology (Psychology) and School of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK Duration Sept 2003 - Sept 2004 Salary: ?18,265 - ?22191. Applications are invited for an MRC-funded Research Associate position, for a period of 12 months starting 1st September 2003. The project, titled 'Tangled eye movements' aims to develop a quantitative method to characterize detailed human gaze fixation patterns as observers view a scene. We are looking for someone eager to be involved in multi-disciplinary work. Experience in either the study of human eye movements or computational mathematics is essential, as is a willingness to be exposed to and learn new experimental and/or theoretical skills. The successful applicant will work with Dr. Julie Harris and Dr. Yoav Tadmor in the Psychology grouping in the School of Biology at Newcastle, a highly regarding group with both the highest 5* rating in research and 24/24 in teaching quality assessment. Research in the grouping is particularly active in visual neuroscience and behaviour. Work will be done in collaboration with Prof. Carlo Barenghi in the School of Mathematics and Statistics; within the School, the applied mathematics group is mainly concerned with various aspects of fluid motion, disorder and turbulence, including astrophysical turbulence and quantum turbulence, and there is widespread expertise of computational methods. Further details may be obtained by informal enquiry to Dr. Julie Harris by email: j.harris@ncl.ac.uk. Information about the Schools may be found at http://www.nl.ac.uk/biol and http://www.nl.ac.uk/math. Closing date: 7th May 2003. Julie Harris will be attending the forthcoming VSS meeting in Sarasota, Florida. If you're interested in discussing the position at VSS, please apply before the 7th May deadline and let her know you'll be in Florida. Job Reference: D550R Formal applications should include a letter expressing why you are interested in the project and in inter-disciplinary research and a CV, including the contact details of three references, to Dr. Julie M. Harris, School of Biology (Psychology), University of Newcastle upon Tyne, Henry Wellcome Building, Framlington Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4HH, UK. Further particulars are available here: www.ncl.ac.uk/vacancies/D550R.DOC -- ========================================================= Dr. Julie M. Harris Reader in Visual Perception and EPSRC Advanced Fellow School of Biology (Psychology) Henry Wellcome Building University of Newcastle upon Tyne Framlington Place Newcastle NE2 4HH, UK. tel: 44-191-222-8815 fax: 44-191-222-5622 email: J.Harris@ncl.ac.uk URL: http://www.ncl.ac.uk/biol/research/psychology/nsg/bvl/harris/ ========================================================= -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Salary in accordance with DFG-scales for a "wissen- schaftliche Hilfskraft" with a maximum for the duration of the project (12 months) of Euro 12.500. Further information regarding the conditions of this position can be obtained from Lothar Spillmann. For information on the scientific plans and particulars about the work to be done please contact Prof. Wim van de Grind, Utrecht, by email (w.a.vandegrind@bio.uu.nl). The project will officially start June 1st, but the assistantship can start start (somewhat) earlier or later than this date if desired. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Lothar Spillmann Arbeitsgruppe Hirnforschung Hansastrasse 9 D-79104 Freiburg Phone (49-761) 203-9580 Fax (49-761) 203-9500 www.lothar-spillmann.de.tf Lothar.Spillmann@zfn-brain.uni-freiburg.de From announcements at journalofvision.org Tue Apr 8 19:16:01 2003 From: announcements at journalofvision.org (Journal of Vision) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Journal of Vision, Volume 3, Issue 2 Message-ID: <0b2801c2fe34$d33251c0$018ecfd8@harry> Journal of Vision Volume 3, Number 2, Pages 106 - 182 DOI 10:1167/3.2 http://www.journalofvision.org/3/2/ ISSN 1534-7362 Articles Interactions between color and luminance in the perception of orientation Colin W. G. Clifford Branka Spehar Samuel G. Solomon Paul R. Martin Qasim Zaidi http://journalofvision.org/3/2/1/ A linear cue combination framework for understanding selective attention Richard F. Murray Allison B. Sekuler Patrick J. Bennett http://journalofvision.org/3/2/2/ Cone selective adaptation influences L- and M-cone driven signals in electroretinography and psychophysics Jan Kremers Maciej W. Stepien Hendrik P. N. Scholl C?zar Saito http://journalofvision.org/3/2/3/ Illumination encoding in face recognition: effect of position shift Wendy L. Braje http://journalofvision.org/3/2/4/ Topography of the chromatic pattern-onset VEP Christina Gerth Peter B. Delahunt Michael A. Crognale John S. Werner http://journalofvision.org/3/2/5/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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You will be working with me and an EPSRC funded experienced post-doctoral researcher within the Department of Optometry (part of the School of Life Sciences) at the University of Bradford (www.brad.ac.uk). The EPSRC funding covers the construction of a unique lighting booth in which to carry out the real objects experiments, other equipment (computers, etc) and payment of observers. The project has scope for you to develop your own ideas particularly in the later years of the PhD. This is an interdisciplinary project combining techniques from colour science, psychology and computing. It would suit an enthusiastic candidate with a good degree (First or 2.1) in architecture, engineering, computing, design, physics, maths, optometry or psychology with an interest in human factors and comfortable with computers. It will give you an opportunity to acquire experience in academic research, gain a PhD and publish the results of your research. Bradford (www.bradford.gov.uk) is situated in West Yorkshire (in the North of England)) among beautiful countryside including the Yorkshire Dales National Park (www.yorkshiredales.org.uk) and Bronte Counrtry (www.bronte-country.com/welcome.html). You will find excellent mountain and road biking, walking, rock climbing and long boat sailing a short distance from the University. The city is small and multicultural with low cost of living, host to the National Film and Photography Museum (www.nmsi.ac.uk), David Hockney's Salts Mill (www.saltsmill.org.uk) and the Bradford Bulls (www.bradfordbulls.co.uk). There are excellent rail links (Leeds 20min, London 2.5 hs, Ilkley 30 min) and an international airport. Start date for the PhD is flexible; between August 03 and January 04. Stipend is at Research council level (currently UK pounds 9000), and as a full time student you will be exempt from paying tax. There are opportunities to supplement your income via teaching/demonstrating. The University upholds a strong equal opportunity policy and I welcome enquiries from mature students. Interested parties should submit a personal statement indicating why they are interested in the project and their background, a CV and contact details of 3 referees (by April 28, 2003) to: Dr Marina Bloj Department of Optometry, Richmond Building University of Bradford BD7 1DP UK e-mail application accepted at m.bloj@brad.ac.uk Shortlist will be drawn up soon after the closing date and award decisions will be made in early May. I am happy to deal with informal enquiries via e-mail m.bloj@brad.ac.uk --- Marina Bloj PhD, Lecturer Department of Optometry, Richmond Building University of Bradford BD7 1DP Tel: +44-(0)1274 23 6258 Fax: +44-(0)1274 235570 From cwt at nara.ski.org Thu Apr 10 11:18:02 2003 From: cwt at nara.ski.org (Christopher W. Tyler) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoctoral Fellowships at Smith-Kettlewell Message-ID: Postdoctoral Fellowships at Smith-Kettlewell The Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute announces four postdoctoral fellowships funded by the National Institutes of Health, National Research Service Award Program from the National Eye Institute. Smith-Kettlewell is a non-profit, independent research institute in San Francisco, California dedicated to basic and clinical research in human vision and sensory deficits. The fellowships are open to any field of visual neuroscience, oculomotility and sensory rehabilitation represented by the interests of the program preceptors. The fellowships require a doctoral degree and US citizenship or permanent residency and are normally awarded for two years. Details of the program and application procedures are to be found at http://www.ski.org/General/Fellowships/. If you have further questions, please email Dr. Christopher Tyler at cwt@ski.org. Come and meet us for a chat at ARVO or VSS! -- -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030410/922f4be8/attachment.html From fred.kingdom at mcgill.ca Thu Apr 10 14:12:02 2003 From: fred.kingdom at mcgill.ca (Fred Kingdom) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AT MCGILL VISION RESEARCH Message-ID: POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AT MCGILL VISION RESEARCH A postdoctoral position is available at the McGill Vision Research Unit. I am looking for someone to study the role of colour in various aspects of mid- and high-level visual scene analysis, e.g. figure-ground segmentation, grouping, transparency, shape-from-shading, object recognition and natural-scene statistics (see http://ego.psych.mcgill.ca/labs/mvr/Fred/research.html). Techniques may include psychophysics, image processing and FMRI. Interested candidates should have, or nearly have, a PhD and preferably experience with graphics programming (e.g. Macintosh, VSG). The McGill Vision Research Unit consists of about fifteen faculty/postdocs/graduate-students working on neurophysiological, psychophysical, computational and brain-imaging aspects of vision. Montr?al is a very pleasant, cosmopolitan and relatively inexpensive city to live in. Interested candidates should send CVs to Fred Kingdom, McGill Vision Research, 687 Pine Av. W., Rm. H4-14, Montr?al, PQ, H3A 1A1, Canada. Informal inquiries can be made to fred.kingdom@mcgill.ca. I will be available to meet with any interested candidates at VSS. -- -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030410/9ef64ece/attachment.html From reza.farivar at mail.mcgill.ca Fri Apr 11 08:42:01 2003 From: reza.farivar at mail.mcgill.ca (Reza Farivar) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] 2 PDF positions Message-ID: Hello, We would like to post the following two PDF ads on the vslist. Thank you, Reza Farivar ================== .: Postdoctoral position in visual neuroscience :. We seek a postdoctoral fellow for research on primate visual function. The candidate would optimally have some experience in single-unit recordings and/or behavioural studies in monkeys and use that in conjunction with molecular mapping of neural activity. Research experience in histological techniques is preferable but not required. The combination of the two techniques represents a powerful emerging approach for understanding the neural correlates of sensory function. The candidate will join an active research program on face and object encoding by neural systems in the monkey temporal lobe. We can offer excellent research facilities and a scientific environment that is truly interdisciplinary in scope. Salary is based on experience according to the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) scales. Further details on research activity in our lab can be obtained at our website (www.cvl.mcgill.ca/training). Informal inquiries about this position may be made by contacting Avi Chaudhuri (avi@psych.mcgill.ca). .: Postdoctoral position in human visual psychophysics :. We seek a postdoctoral fellow for visual psychophysics research in human subjects. The candidate would join an active research program in high-level visual function, especially face and object perception. We now seek applicants with research experience in low-level visual operations to join our group. Although this is a broad search, we are especially interested in candidates who have research experience in areas of motion, color, or spatial vision. We can offer excellent research facilities and a scientific environment that is truly interdisciplinary in scope. Salary is based on experience according to the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) scales. Further details on research activity in our lab can be obtained at our website (www.cvl.mcgill.ca/training). Informal inquiries about this position may be made by contacting Avi Chaudhuri (avi@psych.mcgill.ca). .: General description :. Our laboratory is located on the 7th floor of the Stewart Biological Sciences Building at the downtown Montreal campus of McGill University. There are two major research groups within the lab?a behavioural/psychophysics and a molecular/cellular group, both engaged in studies on visual function. As such, the laboratory offers a striking opportunity for interdisciplinary training and provides exposure to a broad spectrum of analytical approaches. McGill University has a large and distinctive neuroscience community and thus there is considerable opportunity for research interactions. Montreal is a culturally vibrant city and considered to be one of the best cities to live in North America. We are within walking distance of the heart of the city, which has many fine museums, galleries, shops, and restaurants. The cost of living in Montreal is low in comparison to other cities. From ian.murray at umist.ac.uk Sat Apr 12 09:06:01 2003 From: ian.murray at umist.ac.uk (Ian Murray) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Manchester conference update - extended deadline Message-ID: <1050155256.3e9818f8564c5@webmail1.umist.ac.uk> LIMITS OF VISION - Space, Time and Colour MANCHESTER, UK, 8th - 9th SEPTEMBER 2003. THE ABSTRACT AND REGISTRATION DEADLINE HAS NOW BEEN EXTENDED TO FRIDAY 25TH APRIL 2003 Please note that places at this meeting are strictly limited. To ensure your place, register now, even if you do not wish to submit an abstract. Details of the meeting follow: A meeting organised by the Visual Sciences Lab, UMIST, Manchester, to celebrate the scientific career of Professor Janus Kulikowski. Abstract submission and registration are now open for this meeting. Please visit the website for further details: http://www.limits.org.uk PRELIMINARY PROGRAMME Bogdan Dreher (University of Sydney, Australia) - "Integrative role of cortico-cortical connections in visual cortex of the cat" Ewen King-Smith (Ohio State University, USA) - "Threshold nonlinearities and signal detection theory" Kathy Mullen (McGill University, Canada) - Title to be announced David Tolhurst (University of Cambridge, UK) - Title to be announced Trichur Vidyasagar (University of Melbourne, Australia) - "What does attentional feedback to macaque primary visual cortex tell us about reading and dyslexia in humans?" Vince Walsh (University College London, UK) - "The frontal eye fields: not really at the front and not really all about eye movements" FREE PAPERS To reflect Janus's contribution to vision science the theme of the meeting is spatial, temporal and chromatic aspects of vision. If you wish to submit an abstract, please download a registration form from the website. Spaces are limited, so please register as soon as possible. REGISTRATION FEES The all-inclusive price is 195 pounds. This covers registration, Monday night accommodation and all meals including the conference dinner (Monday night). Additional nights before and after the meeting are available by arrangement. Day registration is avaliable for 70 pounds. Conference proceedings will be published as a special issue of Perception The Organising Committee Ian Murray Neil Parry David Carden Christine Dickinson Enquiries: info@limits.org.uk From dsimons at uiuc.edu Mon Apr 14 20:33:02 2003 From: dsimons at uiuc.edu (Daniel Simons) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] new DVD ("Surprising Studies of Visual Awareness") Message-ID: Hi all, I have recently produced a DVD that might be of interest to some readers of this list. The DVD is available essentially at cost for academic uses such as classroom teaching and conference presentations. Entitled "Surprising Studies of Visual Awareness," the DVD contains 20 video illustrations (with instructions and explanations) that can be used to induce change blindness or inattentional blindness among viewers in an unsuspecting class or audience. Examples include several different means of producing change blindness (e.g., the flicker task, gradual changes, and motion picture cuts and pans) as well as videos that induce inattentional blindness during selective looking. To qualify for an academic license, you must be affiliated with an accredited college, university, or secondary school, and you may only use the DVD in non-profit, academic contexts. Other (costlier) licenses are available for use in for-profit settings (e.g., consulting or paid presentations) or by non-academics. For detailed information about the DVD, licenses, and ordering, you can visit: http://www.viscog.com. Best, Dan P.S. Sorry for any duplicate postings across mailing lists. -- -------------------- Daniel J. Simons Associate Professor Psychology Department and Beckman Institute University of Illinois 603 E. Daniel St., #807 Champaign, IL 61820 phone: 217-333-7628 http://viscog.beckman.uiuc.edu/djs_lab -------------------- -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030414/435bd079/attachment.html From horton at itsa.ucsf.edu Tue Apr 15 08:22:01 2003 From: horton at itsa.ucsf.edu (Jonathan C Horton) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Programmer/Analyst position at UCSF Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.2.20030414215127.01feeb30@itsa.ucsf.edu> An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030414/5221c4c7/attachment.html From apalmowski at uhbs.ch Wed Apr 16 09:00:02 2003 From: apalmowski at uhbs.ch (Anja Palmowski ) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Glaucoma Meeting Basel Message-ID: Dear all, this is to announce the 'Glaucoma Meeting Basel 2003' which is going to take place in Basel, Switzerland 16.-17. October 2003 The main topics discussed will regard controversies in glaucoma therapy. The programme, which is also posted at the conference website: www.unibas.ch/ophthalmo-meeting is as follows: 09:00 Introduction, Josef Flammer Session I 09:15 Glaucomatous optic neuropathy, Selim Org?l 09:45 Risk factors, Lutz Pillunat 10:15 Mechanisms of IOP increase, Ernst Tamm 10:45 Break Session II 11:30 Pathomechanisms of GON, Josef Flammer 12:00 Glaucoma: The forgotten masses, Tarek Shaarawy 12:30 Indications for IOP reductions and target IOP, Alain Bron 13:00 Lunch Session III 14:30 Ocular hypotensive lipids, Jurgen Drewe 15:00 Latanoprost (Xalatan), Thom Zimmerman 15:30 Bimatoprost (Lumigan), Stefano Gandolfi 16:00 Break Session IV 16:30 Travatoprost (Travatan), John Thygesen 17:00 Pros and cons of ocular hypotensive lipids, Norbert Pfeiffer 17:30 Beta-blockers and carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (Cosopt), Ann Hoste Friday, October 17 Session V 09:00 IOP lowering medications and blood supply, G?bor Holl? 09:30 Non-IOP lowering medications, Konstantin Gugleta 10:00 Invasive treatment: When?, Thierry Zeyen 10:30 Break Session VI 11:00 State of the art on laser treatment, John Thygesen 11:30 Cyclodestructive procedures, Ahti Tarkkanen 12:00 Combined surgery for cataract and glaucoma: phacovisco, Ke Yao 12:30 Lunch Session VII 14:00 Trabeculectomy, Roger Hitchings 14:30 Deep sclerectomy, Andr? Mermoud 15:00 Trabeculectomy vs deep sclerectomy, Stephano Gandolfi 15:30 Break Session VIII 16:00 Drainage devices, Juhani Airaksinen 16:30 Modulation of wound healing, Peng Khaw Fankhauser Lecture 17:00 Future of Glaucoma, Michael Van Buskirk (Fankhauser Medal recipient) 17:30 Closing remarks, Tarek Shaarawy Scientific programme directors: Tarek Shaarawy, MD; Selim Org?l MD; Josef Flammer, MD Registration deadline: 01.09.2003 Further Information may be obtained from: Ms Daniela St?mpfig, University Eye Clinic Mittlere Strasse 91 P.O. Box; CH-4012 Basel Switzerland Tel: +41-61-265 87 18 or 321 59 62 Fax: +41-61-265 86 52 e-mail: daniela.stuempfig@unibas.ch Homepage: www.unibas.ch/ophthalmo-meeting Language of conference: english From A.Morland at rhul.ac.uk Thu Apr 17 08:16:01 2003 From: A.Morland at rhul.ac.uk (Morland A) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] Faculty position at Royal Holloway University of London Message-ID: <0580F806F396E546B6505E66431AB1435E89BC@exch7.rhul.ac.uk> Department of Psychology, Royal Holloway University of London Applications are invited for a Lectureship in the Department of Psychology. The person appointed will be able to make a strong contribution to undergraduate teaching in the area of Research Methods in a department which received the maximum 24 points in TQA. He/she will have outstanding research potential, and will be expected to contribute fully to the research performance of this 5-rated department. Applicants who have recently completed a PhD will be considered if there is substantial evidence that their research and teaching potential are outstanding. The successful applicant will be joining a department which has research strengths in developmental psychology, social psychology, vision research, cognitive psychology, health psychology, and clinical psychology, and which has its own state-of-the-art MRI scanner. The salary will be in the range of ?27,585 - ?35,813 per annum (inclusive). Interviews to be held on 16th May. Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Michael W. Eysenck, Head of Department, on 01784 443530 (e-mail: m.eysenck@rhul.ac.uk ) Further details and an application form can be obtainedfrom the Personnel Department, Royal Holloway, Universityof London, Egham, Surrey, TW20 0EX; fax: 01784 473527; tel:01784 414241; email Sue.Clarke@rhul.ac.uk < mailto:Sue.Clarke@rhul.ac.uk> Please quote reference KH/2364 Closing date for applications is 25 April 2003. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community From Corina.VanDePol at se.amedd.army.mil Thu Apr 17 17:32:01 2003 From: Corina.VanDePol at se.amedd.army.mil (VanDePol, Corina LTC USAARL-Ft Rucker) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:37 2005 Subject: [vslist] US Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory, Research Optometrist/Vis ion Scientist Message-ID: Please Post to Vision Science Jobs and Post-Docs: RESEARCH OPTOMETRIST - THE U.S. ARMY AEROMEDICAL RESEARCH LABORATORY The Army is announcing a position for a vision scientist at the US Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory, Fort Rucker, Alabama. The position calls for a vision scientist holding a doctor of optometry and a Ph.D or Masters degree. Recent graduates will be considered (post-doc). The research emphasis will be on original basic and/or applied research relevant to Army Aviation operations (such as, refractive surgery and contact lens implications for army aviation operations, visual performance with electro-optical devices and ocular optics studies). Research will include collaborations with other investigators in the laboratory, which includes optometrists, vision scientists, research psychologists, research physicists and engineers. If eligible, the applicant will be commissioned as an officer in the US Army at the grade of Captain and will enter into the service on active duty. For appointment as a Research Optometrist in the Medical Service Corps, you must: . Have a PhD or Masters degree with scientific emphasis, preferably in physiological optics or vision science. . Have a Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree from a school or college of optometry acceptable to The Surgeon General. . Have a current, full and unrestricted license to practice Optometry in the United States, U.S. territories or the District of Columbia. . Be a U.S. citizen or have a permanent immigrant visa. . Meet medical fitness, age and security requirements for appointment as an officer in the United States Army. Interested applicants should send a resume and two letters of reference for preliminary review to the U.S. Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory, P.O. Box 620577, Attn: LTC Corina van de Pol, Fort Rucker, AL 36362-0577. All applicants sending a resume to Fort Rucker will be informed of the announcement and process when it is available. Inquiries about the nature of the position and the application process may be sent by e-mail to: corina.vandepol@se.amedd.army.mil. This is a government equal opportunity position and is only open to individuals who are qualified for US Army military service. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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I have a very smart, pre-med student who is thinking he doesn't want a straight MD but would rather do a PhD or MD/PhD and is interested in working in retinal transplant or neural engineering domain (I know, very different areas but this is what he wants to look at). Any advice? Aloha Cf **********F&M **********F&M **********F&M **********F&M ************* Charles R. Fox, O.D., Ph.D., F.A.A.O. Visiting Associate Professor Psychology & Bio Foundations of Behavior Whitely Psychology Laboratories Box 3003 Franklin & Marshall College Lancaster, PA 17604-3003, USA Phone: 717-358-7195 (office) 717-358-6937 (home) 443-326-2211 (cell) http://www.fandm.edu/departments/psych_new/faculty/fox/ -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Applicants should have experience conducting psychophysical studies, and some familiarity with computational modeling. Knowledge of C and/or MATLAB in a Mac or UNIX environment would be a benefit. Excellent written and spoken English required. Salary is according to the NIH scale and includes many university benefits. Start date is flexible. Inquires by email or telephone are welcome. To apply or to arrange a meeting at ARVO or VSS, please send a vita. Steven K. Shevell Professor, Psychology and Ophthalmology & Visual Science University of Chicago Email: shevell@uchicago.edu Telephone: 1-773-702-8842 From ftong at Princeton.EDU Thu Apr 24 07:39:02 2003 From: ftong at Princeton.EDU (Frank Tong) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] revised post-doc listing to add Message-ID: POSTDOCTORAL POSITION, PRINCETON UNIVERSITY COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE OF VISUAL PERCEPTION A post-doctoral or research staff position is available in Frank Tong's laboratory at Princeton University. Our lab combines fMRI and behavioral techniques to investigate the neural mechanisms of human visual perception. Research areas include binocular rivalry, face and object recognition, visual attention, perceptual filling in, and the neural correlates of visual awareness. Research facilities include a 3T Siemens Allegra MRI Scanner, 128-channel EEG, eye tracking, TMS, and extensive computer support. Candidates should have a Ph.D. or M.D. with research experience in one or more of the following areas: visual perception, cognition, neuroscience or functional magnetic resonance imaging. Familiarity with fMRI and the programming of visual displays is recommended. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience. Starting date is flexible. Send inquiries or CVs plus the names of 3 references to: Frank Tong Dept. of Psychology Green Hall Princeton University Princeton, NJ 08544 Email: ftong@princeton.edu Web: http://www.princeton.edu/~ftong/ Princeton University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. From announcements at journalofvision.org Fri Apr 25 12:08:01 2003 From: announcements at journalofvision.org (Journal of Vision) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] Publication grants Message-ID: We would like to remind potential authors that the Journal of Vision has a program to waive page charges for authors from designated countries, including Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Russia, South Africa, Turkey, Ukraine, and Yugoslavia (complete list at http://www.soros.org/openaccess/grants-journals.shtml). The funds are provided by a grant from the Open Society Institute of the Soros Foundation. Funds are limited, and will be allocated in order of application. 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Thank you. ____________________________________________________________________________ Cary Kogan, M.Sc., Ph.D. Candidate (Clinical) Department of Psychology, McGill University 1205 Dr. Penfield Ave. Voice: (514) 398-6151 Montreal, Quebec, H3A 1B1, Canada Fax: (514) 398-3255 Email: cary@hebb.psych.mcgill.ca From m-johnson2 at northwestern.edu Mon Apr 28 15:27:01 2003 From: m-johnson2 at northwestern.edu (Mark Johnson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] Position Available for Post-Doc to study Bruch's Membrane Message-ID: Please Post This Message Northwestern Department of Biomedical Engineering Post-Doctoral Fellow The position is for two years with a salary of $35,000 per year. It involves use of quick-freeze/deep-etch and traditional electron microscopic techniques to study the transport characteristics of Bruch's membrane as it relates to age-related macular degeneration. If interested, please contact me. -- Mark Johnson Associate Professor and Chair of Graduate Program Committee Department of Biomedical Engineering Northwestern University, TECH E378 2145 Sheridan Road Evanston, Illinois 60208 847-467-7143 http://www.northwestern.edu/bme/markj/ From andersen at citrus.ucr.edu Mon Apr 28 17:56:01 2003 From: andersen at citrus.ucr.edu (John Andersen) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] Post Doc Positions: Motion, depth and scene perception Message-ID: <4.2.0.58.20030428163052.00b9bb68@citrus.ucr.edu> Two Postdoctoral Researcher positions are available at the Department of Psychology, University of California, Riverside, in projects concerned with depth perception, motion perception, and locomotion. We are interested in the analysis of 3D scenes for the perception and control of locomotion with applications to understanding driving behavior as well as aging and driving skill. The research uses computer generated 3D scenes as well as computer-generated objects superimposed on real-world scenes. Competence in mathematics and computer programming is required. Candidates should send a vita and the names of three references, but reference letters should not be sent until requested. The initial appointment will be for one year and may be extended for a second year. The starting date is flexible. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Contact: G. John Andersen, University of California, Riverside, Department of Psychology, Riverside, CA, 92521. E-mail: Andersen@citrus.ucr.edu. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030428/fc610d9c/attachment.html From mwenger1 at nd.edu Mon Apr 28 21:10:03 2003 From: mwenger1 at nd.edu (Michael J. Wenger) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoctoral position, U of Notre Dame Message-ID: POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER, vision science, cognitive science, computational vision, University of Notre Dame. The Departments of Psychology and Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Notre Dame invite applications for a postdoctoral research position, to begin in the Fall of 2003. The position is initially for one year, but can be renewed for a second year. Individuals with PhDs in cognitive science, computer science, experimental psychology, computational biology, or related disciplines, with interests and expertise in visual psychophysics, perceptual learning, and/or computational and mathematical modeling are encouraged to apply. The position is part of a multi-year multidisciplinary research effort focused on the psychophysics and computational modeling of perceptual learning in vision. Faculty involved in the project include Michael Wenger and Bradley Gibson (Psychology), and Kevin Bowyer and Patrick Flynn (Computer Science and Engineering). The postdoctoral researcher would be expected to contribute to the project, to assist in the writing of grants for external support, and to be involved in the cognitive science group at Notre Dame. General information regarding the Department of Psychology can be found at http://www.nd.edu/~psych, and information regarding the Department of Computer Science and Engineering can be found at http://cse.nd.edu. Women and minority candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should send their vita, three letters of recommendation, and representative reprints/preprints to: Michael J. Wenger Department of Psychology 108 Haggar Hall University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN 46556 mwenger1@nd.edu http://www.nd.edu/~mwenger1 574-631-9429 Applications will be considered on an ongoing basis, until the position is filled. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Michael J. Wenger Department of Psychology University of Notre Dame Notre Dame IN 46556 Office phone: (574) 631-9429 Dept. fax: (574) 631-8883 mwenger1@nd.edu http://www.nd.edu/~mwenger1 ------------------------------------------------------------------- From l.short at ucl.ac.uk Tue Apr 29 08:12:02 2003 From: l.short at ucl.ac.uk (Laura Short) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] 7th Allergan Symposium Message-ID: <5.2.0.9.0.20030429145104.01a5c1b8@pop-server.ucl.ac.uk> >The Institute of Ophthalmology is delighted to announce: > >The 7th Allergan Symposium > > Friday 6 June 2003 2.00 - 5.30 pm (Registration from 1.30 pm) > >To be held at The Beveridge Hall, Senate House, >University of London, Malet Street, London WC1E >(nearest tubes: Goodge Street and Russell Square) > >ADMISSION IS FREE > >TITLE: Driving and Vision: Understanding the issues >CHAIRMAN: Professor Gary Rubin, Institute of Ophthalmology, >University College London > >SPEAKERS AND PRESENTATIONS TO INCLUDE: > >Mr Michael Miller: Current driving regulations and vision >(Moorfields Eye Hospital, London and Chairman Visual Disorders and Driving >Committee) > > Professor Mike Land: Where we look when driving: the role of eye movements >(School of Biological Sciences, University of Sussex) > > Professor Guy Orban: Motion and how we detect it >(Universite of Leuven, Belgium) > >Mr Ananth Viswanathan: The effect of glaucoma on functional vision >(Moorfields Eye Hospital and University College London) > >This meeting is expected to be awarded 3 CME credits > >THERE WILL BE A DRINKS RECEPTION HELD AFTER THE MEETING > >Please note that places at this meeting are limited, and booking is >essential.To do this, please contact Laura Short on 020 7608 6968 or >email: l.short@ucl.ac.uk -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030429/a0a6d338/attachment.html From vivien.casagrande at Vanderbilt.Edu Wed Apr 30 12:51:01 2003 From: vivien.casagrande at Vanderbilt.Edu (Casagrande, Vivien) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] postdoctoral position at Vanderbilt University Message-ID: A postdoctoral/research associate position is available to study the role of the visual thalamus using awake behaving monkeys as a model. The experiments specifically test whether the neuronal activity in lateral geniculate nucleus is modulated in relation to behavioral demands including attention, memory and intended eye movements independent of the visual signals themselves. The student joining the laboratory also will have the opportunity to participate in other ongoing experiments designed to understand how parallel LGN pathways in primates contribute to the properties of primary visual cortex and its extrastriate targets using a combination of techniques including optical imaging, multielectrode recording and confocal microscopy. The Casagrande laboratory has active collaborations with the Bonds, Schall and Kaas laboratories. Vanderbilt University has a well known and active Vision Center (VVRC) and a strong Cognitive and Integrative Neuroscience Center (CICN). Additionally, a special program has been set up at Vanderbilt specifically designed to help postdoctoral fellows network and gain job training and grant writing skills. Experience in vision, computer programming and awake monkey models is desirable but not a requirement. Experience in electrophysiology, a PhD or MD, 3 letters of reference, examples of recent publications and a biosketch are required. The starting date is flexible with a duration of 3 years. Salary is commensurate with experience. Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity. Note that Dr. Casagrande and 3 students will be available to talk to potential candidates at the upcoming VSS meeting in Sarasota (phone: 615-397-6530) Contact: Vivien A. Casagrande, PhD Professor Departments of Cell & Developmental Biology, Psychology, and Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences Address: Department of Cell & Developmental Biology B2323 MCN (Office location T2302 MCN) Vanderbilt Medical School Nashville, TN 37232-2175 Phone: (615) 343-4538 Fax: (615) 343-4539 Email: vivien.casagrande@vanderbilt.edu website: www.psy.vanderbilt.edu/faculty/casagrande/casagrandelab -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Abbey http://journalofvision.org/3/3/3/ The origin of the oblique effect examined with pattern adaptation and masking Matthew J. McMahon Donald I. A. MacLeod http://journalofvision.org/3/3/4/ Extraocular connective tissue architecture Joel M. Miller Joseph L. Demer Vadims Poukens Dmitri S. Pavlovski Hien N. Nguyen Ethan A. Rossi http://journalofvision.org/3/3/5/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030430/0f76bf28/attachment.html From mpeters2 at gmu.edu Thu May 1 14:10:02 2003 From: mpeters2 at gmu.edu (Matt Peterson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoctoral Position, George Mason University Message-ID: <9C1B14A8-7C09-11D7-A882-00039398AF82@gmu.edu> Postdoctoral Fellow in Psychology, George Mason University, VA USA A postdoctoral fellowship is available to work in the laboratory of Matthew Peterson in the Department of Psychology at George Mason University. This position is part of an NIH-funded project that investigates how memory guides attentional selection during visual search. Much of this project will involve monitoring eye movements during search tasks, and the postdoctoral fellow will receive training in all aspects of eye movement research. Successful candidates will have a PhD in experimental psychology, cognitive science, or a related area, and a history of publication in visual search, scene perception, or similar area. In addition, the successful candidate is expected to have strong quantitative/mathematical and statistical skills. Expertise in C++ is highly desirable, but not essential. Candidates without a background will be expected to become self-sufficient in C++. Previous experience with eye tracking not required. The position is available starting in the summer of 2003 and will last through the summer of 2004, with possible extension. Review of applications will begin May 15th and will continue until the position is filled Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, reprints and preprints, and a statement of research experience and interests to Matthew Peterson (mpeters2@gmu.edu). Further information about the lab is available at http://www.hfac.gmu.edu/~mpeters2/. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Matt Peterson, Ph.D. Department of Psychology George Mason University Ph: (703) 993-4255 MS 3F5 fax: (703) 993-1359 4400 University Dr. email: mpeters2@gmu.edu Fairfax, VA 22030 www.hfac.gmu.edu/~mpeters2/ ---------------------------------------------------------------- -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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More recently, Visual Optics has begun a renaissance caused by the introduction of new optical technologies such as wavefront sensing and adaptive optics. These technologies are opening doors to research on vision that were impossible before. To disseminate recent advances in Visual Optics within the vision research community and to foster the use of new optical technology in vision research, we invite researchers to contribute to a special issue of the Journal of Vision. This issue will address a wide range of topics in Visual Optics, including but not limited to: Nature and statistics of aberrations Novel wavefront sensing techniques Sources of the aberrations within the eye Chromatic aberration Scattered light Development and age effects Models of the ocular optics Predicting and modelling vision using optical data Defining quality of vision metrics based on wave aberration data Retinal imaging techniques using adaptive optic Visual psychophysics with adaptive optics Guest Editors: David R. Williams University of Rochester, NY david@cvs.rochester.edu Pablo Artal Universidad de Murcia, Spain pablo@um.es Deadline for submissions: October 1, 2003 Target publication date: February 1, 2004 Journal of Vision encourages the use of images, color, movies, hyperlinks, and other digital enhancements. To submit a paper to this special issue please follow the Instructions for Authors at http://journalofvision.org/jov/info/info_for_authors.html. -- Journal of Vision http://journalofvision.org/ From mark.greenlee at uni-oldenburg.de Thu May 8 07:04:02 2003 From: mark.greenlee at uni-oldenburg.de (Mark Greenlee) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] RESEARCH ASSOCIATE POSITIONS IN COGNITIVE NUEROSCIENCE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF REGENSBURG Message-ID: <57254698-814D-11D7-BD41-000393DC447A@uni-oldenburg.de> POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE POSITIONS IN COGNITIVE NUEROSCIENCE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF REGENSBURG (GERMANY) Two post-doctoral positions in Cognitive Neuroscience are available in the Department of Psychology, University of Regensburg, Germany in the newly established cognitive neuroscience lab beginning October 1, 2003, for an initial period 3 years. The research should use functional MRI to investigate visually guided oculomotor behavior in visual search tasks, response inhibition in saccadic Go/NoGo tasks (see our VSS poster), visual memory and memory masking, as well as the effects of frontal lobe damage on performance in these tasks. Laboratory facilities include a 1.5 T Siemens Sonata, visual/auditory stimulation, MRI-compatible EEG and Eyetracking equipment. Candidates should have a background in visual neuroscience, fMRI/EEG and/or psychophysics. Computer programming (Delphi, C++) and MRI-post-processing skills (SPM, BrainVoyager) would be advantageous. The salary follows German civil service regulations (C1, BAT) and is not dependent on grant funding. Minimal teaching in experimental methods will be required. Command of German and/or English would be desirable. Please send curriculum vita, publication record, a brief statement of research interests, and 2 letters of reference to Prof. Mark W. Greenlee, Insititute for Experimental Psychology, Universitaetstrasse 31, 93053?Regensburg, Germany. Interviews during the upcoming VSS meeting are welcomed. For more information see: http://www.neuro.psychologie.uni-oldenburg.de Prof. Dr. Mark W. Greenlee Institute for Cognitive Science University of Oldenburg Ammerl?nder Heerstr. 114-118 26111 Oldenburg, Germany Tel: ++49 441 7985150, Fax: ++49 441 7985170 -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: text/enriched Size: 1896 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030508/376af225/attachment.bin From vivien.casagrande at Vanderbilt.Edu Thu May 8 10:21:02 2003 From: vivien.casagrande at Vanderbilt.Edu (Casagrande, Vivien) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] postdoctoral position at Vanderbilt Message-ID: A postdoctoral/research associate position is available immediately. The experiments are designed to understand how parallel LGN pathways in primates contribute to the properties of primary visual cortex and its extrastriate targets using a combination of techniques including optical imaging, multielectrode recording and confocal microscopy. This student will also have the opportunity to participate in experiments using awake behaving monkeys to test whether the neuronal activity in different cell classes in the lateral geniculate nucleus are modulated in relation to behavioral demands including attention, memory and intended eye movements independent of the visual signals themselves. The Casagrande laboratory has active collaborations with the Bonds, Schall and Kaas laboratories. Vanderbilt University has a well known and active Vision Center (VVRC) and a strong Cognitive and Integrative Neuroscience Center (CICN). Additionally, a special program has been set up at Vanderbilt specifically designed to help postdoctoral fellows network and gain job training and grant writing skills. Experience computer programming and visual psychophysics is desirable but not a requirement. Experience in electrophysiology, a PhD or MD, 3 letters of reference, examples of recent publications and a biosketch are required. The starting date is flexible with a duration of 3 years. Salary is commensurate with experience. Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity. Note that Dr. Casagrande and 3 students will be available to talk to potential candidates at the upcoming VSS meeting in Sarasota (phone: 615-397-6530) Contact: Vivien A. Casagrande, PhD Professor Departments of Cell & Developmental Biology, Psychology, and Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences Address: Department of Cell & Developmental Biology B2323 MCN (Office location T2302 MCN) Vanderbilt Medical School Nashville, TN 37232-2175 Phone: (615) 343-4538 Fax: (615) 343-4539 Email: vivien.casagrande@vanderbilt.edu website: www.psy.vanderbilt.edu/faculty/casagrande/casagrandelab -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030508/763c8f7d/attachment.html From F.Dell at ich.ucl.ac.uk Fri May 9 16:30:01 2003 From: F.Dell at ich.ucl.ac.uk (Fiona Dell) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] Vacancy for Research Fellow Message-ID: <3.0.6.32.20030509154356.0091fa80@pop-smtp.ich.ucl.ac.uk> Institute of Child Health and Great Ormond Street Hospital NHS Trust UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON Visual Sciences Unit Research Fellow in Eye Movements (Ref FD/03/30) A vacancy exists for a postdoctoral scientist with an interest in eye movements in the Institute's Visual Sciences Unit and the Hospital's Department of Paediatric Ophthalmology. The successful applicant will be responsible for eye movement investigations of patients, evaluation and data collection with regard to clinical management and prospective and other scientific studies. Experience of and a higher degree in eye movement science is essential. The position is for three years in the first instance. The salary is on the Research Fellow RA1A scale, between ?23,296 and ?27,339 depending on experience, plus ?2134 London Weighting. The job description can be obtained from http://www.ich.ucl.ac.uk/ich/, or by sending a stamped addressed envelope to: Human Resources, ICH, 30 Guilford Street, London, WC1N 1EH. Please quote reference FD/03/30. Alternatively you may email us (f.dell@ich.ucl.ac.uk) for an electronic application pack. Any offer of employment is subject to a satisfactory criminal records check. Closing date for receipt of applications: 23rd May 2003. Taking action for equality *************************** Miss Fiona Dell BSc(Hons) Human Resources Institute of Child Health University College London Tel: 020 7905 2741 *************************** From sp006h at mail.rochester.edu Fri May 9 16:36:27 2003 From: sp006h at mail.rochester.edu (Sara Peterson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] Center for Visual Science 40th Anniversary In-Reply-To: <3eb2d03f.11e7.15696@mail.rochester.edu> Message-ID: > The members of the Center for Visual Science at the University of > Rochester cordially invite all interested parties to a celebration > of the 40th anniversary of the founding of the Center by Bob Boynton > in 1963. Speakers will survey the advances in six areas of visual > science since the founding of the Center, and Dave Williams will show some > of the stunning recent advances in physiological optics. The celebration > will begin with an open house on the evening of October 10 and culminate > with a banquet on the evening of October 11 (no speeches). > > Program of papers: > > Peter Lennie, New York University: "Chasing color signals" > > John Maunsell, Baylor College of Medicine: "Advances into the visual > cortex" > > Daphne Bavelier, University of Rochester: "Imaging the plastic brain" > > Richard Aslin, University of Rochester: "Visual development in human > infants: Clarity emerges from 40 years of research" > > Dana Ballard, University of Rochester: "The Ontogeny of Computer Vision" > > David Brainard, University of Pennsylvania: "That was then, this is now: > Forty years of color vision" > > David Williams, University of Rochester: "There's more to vision than > meets the eye" > > Registration: $100 USD, includes breakfast, lunch, receptions, and breaks; > Banquet, $30 additional > > Register online at http://www.cvs.rochester.edu/cvs40th_reg.html > > > For more information, check out our website at > http://www.cvs.rochester.edu or contact > > Michele Schultz > 274 Meliora Hall > Rochester, NY 14627 > (585) 275-2459 > michele@cvs.rochester.edu From pbh2 at st-andrews.ac.uk Mon May 12 13:20:02 2003 From: pbh2 at st-andrews.ac.uk (Paul Hibbard) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] Chair and Lectureship in Psychology, St Andrews Message-ID: <3.0.1.32.20030512155856.0072c928@psych.st-andrews.ac.uk> Chair and Lectureship School of Psychology University of St Andrews The School of Psychology is a world-class department and has been given the highest rating in each of the research assessment exercises (currently 5*A) and judged Excellent for teaching by the 1997 Teaching Quality Assessment. The School supports a research and teaching strategy which ensures that students get excellent instruction from staff who are leaders in their field while at the same time ensuring that staff have sufficient time to devote to their research activities. These vacancies offer you the opportunity to thrive within a vibrant and well-resourced research culture and you will be expected to contribute to the overall success of the School. Chair of Psychology - Ref no: ML163/ 6819/03 As Chair in human experimental psychology you will be a leading figure with an international reputation. Complementing our existing research strengths in cognitive neuroscience, perception and cognition, social psychology, behavioural neuroscience and evolutionary psychology, you should have a successful track record of publication, grant funding and supervision of postgraduate students. Lectureship in Psychology - Ref no: SK162/6818/03 Salary - ?22,191 - ?33,679 pa As an early career lecturer, you will also complement our existing research strengths and have the potential to achieve a high level of success in publications, grant funding and supervision. Additional information can be obtained from the School web site ( http://psy.st-and.ac.uk/): or by contacting the Head of School, Professor Verity J. Brown vjb@st-and.ac.uk. Closing date for both posts will be Friday 23 May 2003. Please quote the appropriate reference number on all correspondence. Application packs from Human Resources, University of St Andrews, College Gate, North Street, St Andrews, Fife KY16 9AJ, (tel: 01334 462571, by fax 01334 462570 or by e-mail Jobline@st-andrews.ac.uk). We regret applications cannot be made by e-mail. The University operates an Equal Opportunities Policy. From pbh2 at st-andrews.ac.uk Thu May 15 14:42:02 2003 From: pbh2 at st-andrews.ac.uk (Paul Hibbard) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] PostDoc in Binocular Vision, University of St Andrews Message-ID: <3.0.1.32.20030515173815.015b42b0@psych.st-andrews.ac.uk> PostDoc in Binocular Vision University of St Andrews The project, titled 'the statistics of natural binocular images' will analyse the information contained in binocular images of natural scenes, and will combine computational analyses of natural images with psychophysical experiments on human depth perception. The overall aim of the project is to establish the extent to which the human visual system is tuned to the binocular depth information found in natural images. The post will start on 1 September 2003, or as soon as possible thereafter for 29 months. You will have a PhD in vision research or a related discipline. Experience of research into binocular vision or natural image properties would be an advantage. Additional information can be obtained from Dr Paul Hibbard (pbh2@st-andrews.ac.uk) Salary ?18265 - ?27339 per annum Application packs are available from Human Resources, University of St Andrews, College Gate, North Street, St Andrews KY16 9AJ UK (tel +44 1334 462571, fax +44 1334 462570 or email: Jobline@st-andrews.ac.uk) Quote ref: ME161/9480/03 Closing date : 03/06/2003 From shan at pku.edu.cn Fri May 16 07:54:01 2003 From: shan at pku.edu.cn (Shihui Han) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] Faculty Position, Visual Neuroscience, Peking University, China Message-ID: <3EC44CAB.54E4EC64@pku.edu.cn> Position Announcement: The Department of Psychology at Peking University in Beijing, China is seeking candidates for a position in Visual Neuroscience at the level of associate professor or professor. We seek individuals who will be able to lead a lab that conducts monkey studies of vision using behavioral, electrophysiological, and other techniques. Currently, multiple-channel single unit recording systems, monkeys, and other research facilities are available in the lab. Start-up funding will be provided by the department and the university. Salary and apartment are provided according to standard of the university. Candidates with research and teaching interests in cognitive neuroscience are encouraged to apply. Additional information about the Department can be found at http://psy.pku.edu.cn/index.php. Application materials (a letter of interest including a brief statement of research interests and a brief statement of teaching interests, vita, reprints of recent publications, and three letters of recommendation) should be sent to Zhenqin Qu, Department of Psychology, Peking University, Beijing 100871. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Lei Wang (chair of the department) (leiwang@pku.edu.cn). Review of applications will begin immediately upon receipt and will continue until the position is filled. -- Shihui Han Ph. D. Professor of Psychology Department of Psychology Peking University 5 Yiheyuan Road Beijing 100871 People?s Republic of China Phone: (86)10-6275-9138 Fax: (86)10-6276-1081 Email: shan@pku.edu.cn From Bill_Warren at Brown.edu Fri May 16 07:57:04 2003 From: Bill_Warren at Brown.edu (William Warren) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] Post-Doc in Perception & Action, Brown University Message-ID: POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE IN PERCEPTION & ACTION BROWN UNIVERSITY A post-doctoral position in Perception & Action is available beginning July 1, 2003, for at least one year. Research uses a state-of-the-art Virtual Reality laboratory to investigate the visual control of human locomotor behavior in dynamic environments, including steering, obstacle avoidance, interception, catching, and interactions with other agents during active walking. Control strategies are modeled using dynamical systems techniques, with applications to robotics. Facilities include a 12 x 12 m VR lab, SGI graphics, camera-based motion analysis system, force plate. Candidates should have a background in perceptual and/or motor research and expertise in some combination of computer graphics programming, kinematic motion analysis and signal processing, and/or dynamical systems modeling. Ph.D. must be completed before starting. Salary is competitive, and position is renewable pending grant funding. Send vita, brief statement of research interests, and 3 letters of reference to Dr. William H. Warren, Post-Doc Search, Dept. of Cognitive & Linguistic Sciences, Brown University, Providence, RI 02912 USA. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Brown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. -- -- Bill William H. Warren, Professor and Chair Dept. of Cognitive & Linguistic Sciences Brown University, Box 1978 Providence, RI 02912 (401)863-3980 ofc, 863-2255 FAX Bill_Warren@brown.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030516/a2d12843/attachment.html From j.draper at ucl.ac.uk Mon May 19 08:27:01 2003 From: j.draper at ucl.ac.uk (John Draper) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] RESEARCH FELLOW IN VISUAL PSYCHOPHYSICS Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.2.20030519105705.0318b550@pop-server.bcc.ac.uk> Applications are invited for the post of Postdoctoral Research Fellow in visual psychophysics in the Department of Psychology, UCL. This is for an EPSRC funded project on human vision, carried out in the Laboratory headed by Dr. Li Zhaoping. Our laboratory is mainly interested in studying the pre-attentive and attentive mechanisms in vision, using both theoretical and psychophysical approaches (see http://www.gatsby.ucl.ac.uk/~zhaoping/lab.html). The candidate must be sufficiently familiar with general visual psychophysics knowledge, and skilled at the usual experimental techniques, including experimental design, hardware set-up, and programming. The candidate must also be interested in collaborating with modellers in the laboratory and be good at team works, although mathematical skills are among the requirements. Salary on the RA1A scale ie (?20,399-?29,473 inclusive of London Allowance). Applications (e-mail or hard copy) by covering letter, CV and Personal Information form (the latter available at: http://www.psychol.ucl.ac.uk/info/Personal_Information.doc) to John Draper, Departmental Administrator, Department of Psychology, University College London, Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT, j.draper@ucl.ac.uk. Further information concerning the post are on the web at: http://www.psychol.ucl.ac.uk/info/psychophysics_rf.htm while interested candidates can also contact Dr. Li Zhaoping at z.li@ucl.ac.uk. The closing date for applications is Thursday, 12th June 2003. Taking Action For Equality ================================================= John Draper, Departmental Administrator, Department of Psychology, UCL, Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT phone : 020 7679 5338 fax : 020 7436 4276 e-mail : j.draper@ucl.ac.uk www : http://www.psychol.ucl.ac.uk/john.draper/john.html ================================================= From L.S.Gray at gcal.ac.uk Tue May 20 11:18:01 2003 From: L.S.Gray at gcal.ac.uk (Gray Lyle) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] Professor/Reader in Vision Sciences - Glasgow Caledonian Universi ty, Scotland Message-ID: Professor/Reader in Vision Sciences Salary up to 46,419 pounds sterling Post No: 5182 Building on the foundation of 10 years of multi-disciplinary vision research and the achievement of a 4 rating in the 2001 RAE, we are seeking individuals keen to contribute to the development of an internationally recognised centre of excellence in vision sciences and the achievement of a 5 rating at the next RAE. You will have a PhD and an outstanding record of research in an area of Vision Sciences together with appropriate membership of international research organisations in vision science and/or registration as an optometrist within the General Optical Council. The research activities of the Centre will focus on the strategic priorities in the West of Scotland including social inclusion through the enhancement of lifestyle in those with visual impairment, multiple disabilities and the ageing population. Economic development will be promoted through studies of work efficiency and enhanced visual performance as well as through promotion of economic independence in disabled groups through amelioration of dysfunction in chronic ocular disease and oculomotor disorders. Informal enquiries can be made to Professor Tomlinson, Head of Vision Sciences, e-mail: A.Tomlinson@gcal.ac.uk, tel: 0141 331 3380. Further information and an application form can be obtained from our website at www.gcal.ac.uk/hr/vacancies.html or from the HR Department, Glasgow Caledonian University, 70 Cowcaddens Road, Glasgow G4 OBA, tel: 0141 331 8890, fax: 0141 331 8868 or e-mail: C.Robertson@gcal.ac.uk. Please note that CVs will not be accepted for any post. Closing date: 13 June 2003. Dr Lyle S Gray PhD BSc MCOptom Senior Lecturer & Postgraduate Tutor Department of Vision Sciences Glasgow Caledonian University Cowcaddens Road Glasgow G4 0BA Tel +44 141 331 3391 Fax +44 141 331 3387 e-mail lsgr@gcal.ac.uk -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030520/422ab8fe/attachment.html From qz at sunyopt.edu Tue May 20 12:22:02 2003 From: qz at sunyopt.edu (Qasim Zaidi) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] Tillyer Award Message-ID: The Optical Society of America awards the Tillyer Award once every two years to a person who has performed distinguished work in the field of vision. The last seven recipients have been Sperling, Mollon, Williams, Robson, Nachmias, Barlow and Smith & Pokorny. The committee for the 2004 Tillyer award would like to invite nominations from all members of the vision community. The details of the nomination process and copies of the nomination forms can be downloaded from [ http://www.osa.org/aboutosa/awards/ ]http://www.osa.org/aboutosa/awards/ . Qasim Zaidi Professor of Vision Sciences SUNY College of Optometry 33 West 42nd St New York, NY 10036 Phone: 212-780-5142 Fax: 212-780-5137 Email: qz@sunyopt.edu http://www.sunyopt.edu/research/zaidi.shtml From michele at cvs.rochester.edu Wed May 21 14:09:01 2003 From: michele at cvs.rochester.edu (Michele Schultz) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] University of Rochester, Optical Engineer Message-ID: Optical Engineering Position, Advanced Technologies for Eye Research. A position is available to work with a team of vision scientists, engineers, and clinical researchers to optimize the performance of a camera, equipped with adaptive optics, for imaging the retina at high resolution. The successful candidate with also lead a team to develop a new kind of confocal ophthalmoscope with very high axial as well as transverse resolution. Experience in design and fabrication of optical instrumentation is desirable especially in the area of optical coherence tomography. Rochester is an exciting place to pursue a career in optics, with the Institute of Optics and the Laboratory for Laser Energetics here at the University, not to mention a myriad of local companies with expertise in optics and imaging. In addition, my laboratory participates in an NSF Science and Technology Center for Adaptive Optics and NEI Bioengineering Research Partnership that brings together astronomers, vision scientists, optical engineers and ophthalmologists to improve retinal imaging. For additional information see http://www.cvs.rochester.edu/. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and names of three references to: David R. Williams, Director, Center for Visual Science, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY 14627-0270. The University of Rochester is an equal opportunity employer. From g.rees at fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk Thu May 22 12:42:01 2003 From: g.rees at fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk (Geraint Rees) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] ASSC7: FINAL CALL FOR PARTICIPATION Message-ID: ----------------------------------------------------------------------- FINAL CALL FOR PARTICIPATION ASSOCIATION FOR THE SCIENTIFIC STUDY OF CONSCIOUSNESS 7TH ANNUAL MEETING University of Memphis, Tennessee, USA. May 30 - June 2, 2003 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- The seventh meeting of the Association for the Scientific Study of Consciousness will be held from May 30th to June 2nd, 2003, at the University of Memphis in Memphis, Tennessee. This is the final call for participation. Invited plenary speakers and symposia will address current empirical and theoretical issues in the study of consciousness, focusing on the theme of models and mechanisms of consciousness. The conference will explore the many connections between models of consciousness and their psychological and neurobiological mechanisms, from the perspectives of philosophy, neuroscience, psychology, linguistics, computer science, cognitive ethology, and artificial intelligence. Plenary symposia will include - Global Workspace Theory - Computational models of consciousness - Binocular rivalry and the NCC - The role of feedback and re-entrant mechanisms in consciousness - Animal consciousness Confirmed plenary speakers include: Igor Aleksander, Bernard Baars, Sarah T Boysen, Ned Block, Axel Cleeremans, Peter Carruthers, Daniel Dennett, Vince Di Lollo, Bill Fields, Stan Franklin, Walter J Freeman, Christof Koch, Victor Lamme, David Leopold, Lionel Naccache, Alva Noe, Alvaro Pascual-Leone, Sue Savage-Rumbaugh, Aaron Sloman, Petra Stoerig & Frank Tong. For the program, please check the conference website: http://www.cs.memphis.edu/~assc7/ ASSC7 is intended to promote interdisciplinary dialogue in the scientific study of consciousness, and as in previous years a significant portion of the program will be set aside for concurrent sessions of submitted talks. ASSC7 will provide an excellent opportunity for the presentation of new empirical findings or novel theoretical perspectives in an atmosphere that will promote discussion and debate. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- REGISTRATION ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Registration fees: Non-members USD 225 ASSC members USD 190 Students USD 125 Student ASSC members USD 90 The early membership deadline (April 15, 2003) has now passed. To register, please follow the instructions available from the conference website as they become available: http://www.cs.memphis.edu/~assc7/ Address all enquiries about registration to assc7@memphis.edu ----------------------------------------------------------------------- FURTHER INFORMATION ----------------------------------------------------------------------- All meetings and poster presentations will be held at the University of Memphis campus. Accommodations will be available both at local hotels at discounted rates and at air-conditioned single/double dormitories. Please check the conference website for further information about the meeting, including information about paper and poster submissions; registration and submission forms; information about travel to Memphis and accommodation; and information about the scientific program of the meeting: http://www.cs.memphis.edu/~assc7/. The site will be continually updated to reflect the latest information. To enquire about any aspect of the conference, please write to assc7@memphis.edu To find out more about the Association for the Scientific Study of Consciousness, and to apply for membership, please consult: http://assc.caltech.edu/ The ASSC publishes two scientific journals about which further information is available from the following websites: Consciousness & Cognition: http://www.apnet.com/www/journal/cc.htm PSYCHE: http://psyche.cs.monash.edu.au/ SECOND CALL FOR PAPERS Special Issue of Visual Cognition "Real World Scene Perception" Guest Editor John M. Henderson Michigan State University Deadline for submissions: September 1, 2003. Cognitive scientists, vision scientists, and cognitive neuroscientists have recently come to realize that a host of unique theoretical and empirical issues arise in the study of natural, real-world scene perception. Many of these issues are related to the fact that real-world scenes are structurally and semantically constrained in important ways that are not yet fully understood. Open topics specific to real-world scene perception include the nature and rapid acquisition of scene gist, representation of spatial layout, flexible use of spatial scale, integration of scene information across eye movements, updating of scene views during movement, visual search for meaningful objects in scenes, scene recognition, scene context effects on object perception, scene representation in memory, allocation of attention including eye fixations during scene viewing, and the neural implementation of these representations and processes in the brain. This special issue seeks to bring together recent studies of these and related topics to increase our understanding of the nature of real-world scene perception. Because the study of real-world scene perception benefits from an interdisciplinary approach, contributions are encouraged from investigators using a variety of research methods including behavioral techniques, eyetracking, functional neuroimaging, and computational modeling. Contributions that integrate theory with empirical work are especially encouraged, as are brief empirical papers. Electronic submissions in pdf format are preferred, and should be sent to: john@cogsci.msu.edu. Otherwise, paper submissions can be sent (five copies) to: John M. Henderson Editor, Special Issue Cognitive Science Program Psychology Research Building Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48824-1117 All paper should be formatted according to APA style. Please direct questions via email to john@cogsci.msu.edu. From yoshida at uchicago.edu Sun May 25 10:54:02 2003 From: yoshida at uchicago.edu (yoshida) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] Position: Research Associate in Medical Imaging Message-ID: <002001c32263$a6b2d3b0$9b388780@GJHONSON> ========================================== Position: Research Associate in Medical Imaging A Research Associate position in 2D/3D medical imaging is available in the Department of Radiology at the University of Chicago Research in the host laboratory focuses on the computer-aided diagnosis in medical imaging. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in computer science/engineering, bioengineering, or similar discipline. Technical area of experience should include image processing, computer vision, pattern recognition, and computer graphics. If you have no experience in image processing or analysis, please do not apply. Experience in medical imaging, in particular post-processing methods, is required, although it does not have to be substantial if the experience in image processing in general is substantial. The successful candidate should have a good skill in C/C++ programming because the candidate is expected to spend some of his/her time for developing a research tool for medical image analysis. Research areas will include the development of a system for the detection of polyps in virtual colonoscopy (CT colonography), although other areas of research in computer-aided diagnosis are also available. Further details on the research topics will be available upon request. This is an opportunity for a Ph.D. graduate from engineering discipline whose goal is to develop an academic career in medical imaging, or those who have already experiences in medical imaging to further advance their careers. There is no formal deadline for this application. However, the position will be closed as soon as an appropriate candidate is found. Appointment to the position is renewable every year. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their C.V., preferably in a PDF format, by email to the address below. Please state "Research Associate Application: Medical Imaging " in the subject line. Hiro Yoshida, Ph.D. Department of Radiology The University of Chicago 5841 S. Maryland Ave. MC2026 Chicago, IL 60637 E-mail: yoshida@uchicago.edu From a.m.l.kappers at phys.uu.nl Wed May 28 08:06:01 2003 From: a.m.l.kappers at phys.uu.nl (Astrid Kappers) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] PhD-student, Utrecht University, The Netherlands, Message-ID: At the Helmholtz Instituut (http://www.phys.uu.nl/~wwwfm/), department Physics of Man: Human Perception, of Utrecht University (The Netherlands) we have a PhD-student position available for a period of four years, starting at the earliest convenience. The topic is "Visual perception of pictorial shape". The lab is headed by Jan Koenderink and Astrid Kappers. Interested persons should contact one of us by e-mail (a.m.l.kappers@phys.uu.nl, j.j.koenderink@phys.uu.nl). Short project description: The project focusses on the visual perception of three-dimensional structures while looking at images. The fact that one obtains spatial impressions when looking at a photograph, even with a single eye, is a problem that has remained unsolved after two centuries of intensive research. A planar image leaves much freedom in the three-dimensional interpretation of the depicted scene. Inevitably, the perception depends also on a number of external factors. We have developed experimental methods to measure the geometrical structures of the perceptions in quantitative detail. In this project, we plan a series of experiments with the ultimate goal to understand pictorial perception and to construct models with preditive power. We are looking for a experimental physicist. Candidates with a different background in the sciences, including experimental psychologists, might also qualify. We look for genuine interest and relevant skills for this research project. Deadline for application: June 19, 2003 From alex.thiele at ncl.ac.uk Fri May 30 08:09:01 2003 From: alex.thiele at ncl.ac.uk (Alexander Thiele) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] University of Newcastle upon Tyne, Post-doc position Message-ID: <020a01c3268c$c3a65280$2ec7f080@ncl.ac.uk> ********************************************** Neuropharmacology of Visual Attention *********************************************** A Wellcome Trust funded postdoctoral position is available in the Psychology Department at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, in the laboratory of Dr. Alexander Thiele. Work in the lab focuses on the mechanisms, networks, and the neurotransmitters involved in visual attention in behaving primates. The work involves human and monkey psychophysics, multiple channel single-unit recording with simultaneous application of various neurotransmitters/neuromodulators, and fMRI studies in awake primates. The exact project will depend on the interests and experience of the successful applicant. Useful background includes psychophysics, single cell recordings in behaving primates, and possibly fMRI experience. Computer and programming skills (especially Matlab and C) are required. The position is funded for 3 years, renewable on a yearly basis given adequate progress. Please mail or e-mail a CV, letter of intent, and the names and email addresses of 2-4 references to: Dr. A. Thiele Henry Wellcome Building University of Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle upon Tyne UK alex.thiele@ncl.ac.uk Tel: ++44-191-2227564 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030530/000ed324/attachment.html From Trevor.Lamb at anu.edu.au Fri May 30 08:20:18 2003 From: Trevor.Lamb at anu.edu.au (Trevor Lamb) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] Visual Neuroscience Post-doc positions available, Canberra, Australia Message-ID: <000001c32697$f891ae80$6600a8c0@lamboffice> POSTIONS AVAILABLE JOHN CURTIN SCHOOL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA Division of Neuroscience, Visual Neuroscience Laboratory Two positions at either Postdoctoral Fellow or Research Fellow level Level A / Level B, Fixed-Term Full Details: http://www.anu.edu.au/hr/jobs/academic.html#jc1676 Two positions at either Postdoctoral/Research Fellow level are available for study of the mechanisms underlying phototransduction in rod and cone photoreceptors. Professor Trevor Lamb has recently set up a laboratory in the John Curtin School of Medical Research, and is studying the molecular mechanisms of phototransduction using several approaches, including: suction pipette recordings from single photoreceptor cells, ERG recordings from human subjects, and mathematical modelling of transduction and adaptation. The overall aim of the research is to provide a better understanding of the detailed molecular steps underlying the light response: especially the shut-off and recovery steps. Further information is available at http://jcsmr.anu.edu.au/dns/lamb. Suction pipette recordings from single cone photoreceptors (JC1676) One position is available for research using the suction pipette technique to record from single cone photoreceptor cells. This post is funded by an HFSP grant, and will involve study of the properties of cones from transgenic animals that have altered expression levels of the proteins involved in transduction and/or shut-off of the response. The successful applicant will have experience of single-cell electrophysiology in some area of neuroscience, preferably in the retina. Experience of transgenic techniques would be an advantage. Electroretinogram recordings from human subjects (JC1677) One position is available for research using the electroretinogram (ERG) recorded from human subjects. This project will measure the recovery of rod and cone photoreceptors from previous exposure to illumination, and will provide information about the shut-off mechanisms in phototransduction. The successful applicant will have experience of electrophysiology, ideally using ERGs or evoked potentials. Postdoctoral Fellow (Level A) -Fixed-term contract of three years. Salary: $42,317 - $51,066 pa plus 17% employer contribution superannuation benefit and assistance towards travel and removal. (A successful applicant holding a PhD will be appointed at $47,721 pa minimum.) Research Fellow (Level B) - Fixed-term contract of three years Salary: $53,640 - $63,287 pa plus 17% employer contribution superannuation benefit and assistance towards travel and removal. Enquiries: Professor Trevor Lamb, phone: +61 (2) 6125 8929, email: Trevor.Lamb@anu.edu.au Closing date: Friday 27 June 2003 --- Trevor.Lamb@anu.edu.au, Divn of Neuroscience, JCSMR, ANU, Canberra, Australia --- From jkunken at sunyopt.edu Tue Jun 3 11:33:01 2003 From: jkunken at sunyopt.edu (Joshua Kunken) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] siRNA RNAi Vision Neuroscience guide Message-ID: Animal knockout models have influenced our understanding of vision science tremendously. However, they do have their drawbacks. RNA interference using siRNA is a new genetic technique that I believe will have a major impact in the way we understand the visual system. As such, I have set up a guide providing interested parties with some information and background on siRNA, as well as a few applications (there are countless). http://www.neurofizz.com/sirna/index.html -Josh Joshua Michael Kunken Dept. of Vision Science State University of New York, State College of Optometry, New York, NY 10021 212-780-0776 jkunken@sunyopt.edu From jaf at graphics.cornell.edu Tue Jun 3 14:06:02 2003 From: jaf at graphics.cornell.edu (Jim Ferwerda) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:38 2005 Subject: [vslist] Ishihara colors Message-ID: <3EDCFCF5.3050603@graphics.cornell.edu> Hi All, Does anyone know where I can find data on the colors used in the Ishihara plates? Yxys would be nice but anything quantitative will do. Thanks for any pointers. -Jim James A. Ferwerda Program of Computer Graphics 580 Rhodes Hall Cornell University Ithaca, NY 14853 607-255-7365 607-255-0806 (fax) jaf@graphics.cornell.edu http://www.graphics.cornell.edu/~jaf From kelly at vicoptom.asn.au Tue Jun 3 17:28:01 2003 From: kelly at vicoptom.asn.au (Kelly Wilsmore) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] SRC 2004 Message-ID: <003001c32a22$a5431f00$0300000a@Kelly> Dear vslist, Thanks for your time. Southern Regional Congress 2004 When: Saturday 15 May 2004 - Monday 17 May 2004 Where: Melbourne Convention Centre, Swanston Street Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Host: Optometrists Association Victoria Information: email: kelly@vicoptom.asn.au or Web site: www.vicoptom.asn.au Phone: +61 3 9486 1700 Fax: +61 3 9486 1944 The Southern Regional Congress is an annual congress held in the world's most livable city, Melbourne, Australia. The congress comprises a wide variety of topics to cover everything from contact lens topics to paediatric optometry with about 20 hours of CE. In 2004 there will be special emphasis on childrens' vision topics in response to the growing awareness of childrens' vision issues for the wider community in Australia. The congress has a large exhibition area where up to 50 exhibitors from all aspects of optometry (excluding frame exhibition) are on display. Equipment, software and other optometric services will all be available to try. SRC is the largest gathering of optometrists in the southern hemisphere, it is the educational event of the year for Australian optometry. Registration can be arranged through the email address above, or on line at the Optometrists Association Victoria's website - www.vicoptom.asn.au. More information regarding program and speakers will become available in the near future. Please visit the website for further information as it becomes available. Thanks. 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Submission deadline is June 30, 2003. =================== FALL VISION MEETING OVERVIEW FVM2003 is sponsored by the University of Arizona with cooperation from the Optical Society of America. The meeting will be held from Oct 4-6, at the Tucson Marriott University Park Hotel, which is adjacent to the University of Arizona Campus. The mission of the FVM has been to hold a low-cost, high-quality meeting in a small setting. The Optical Society of America has kindly agreed to cooperate by providing free one-day registration for the OSA Annual Meeting on Monday, October 6. The highlight of this year's meeting will be the Boynton Lecture. This year the lecture will be given by Russell L. De Valois. Two symposia will also be held in his honor. The abstracts that are accepted at the this year's meeting will be published in the online Journal of Vision. The Young Investigator Award is an OSA tradition and will be awarded to the student or postdoc who gives the best presentation. The winner of the award will receive a cash prize and free registration to the 2004 Fall Vision Meeting. Application for the Young Investigator Award can be made through the Abstract Submission and Registration page. *******SYMPOSIA*********** Symposia are organized into subcategories (Vision, Color Vision,Clinical Vision Sciences,Applications of Vision Science), which include the four Vision and Color Division Groups. Symposia related to ocular imaging will be presented at the OSA Annual (Submissions are now closed for the OSA Annual Meeting) VISION. Organizers: Miguel Eckstein & Ione Fine "Segmentation and Grouping" Moderator: Ione Fine, University of California, San Diego Invited Moderator: Jitendra Malik, University of California, Berkeley To recognize objects in natural environments requires segmenting their contours from the background environment, while grouping joins "like with like." This symposium will focus on segmentation, grouping, and how these two tasks are related. "Cue combination" Moderator: Marty Banks, University of California, Berkeley In many tasks (e.g. estimating 3D depth and shape or estimating the illuminant) there are a variety of cues available to the visual system, and no single cue is either necessary or sufficient. The symposium will focus on recent work examining how sensory systems combine information across different cues. COLOR VISION. Organizers: Mike Webster & John S. Werner "Color Vision Symposium in Honor of Russell L. DeValois-Physiology " Moderator: Michael Webster, University of Nevada, Reno "Color Vision Symposium in Honor of Russell L. DeValois-Psychophysics" Moderator: John S. Werner, University of California, Davis The two color symposia will mark the career of Russell L. De Valois, with talks by his former students and colleagues on the neural coding and representation of color and form. Contributed papers are also solicited. CLINICAL VISION. Organizer: Marilyn Schneck "New Approaches to Retinal Disease" Moderator: Gunilla Haegerstrom-Portnoy, University of California, Berkeley Papers are solicited for this symposium. Topics include genetics of retinal disease, emerging treatments (including preventative measures, photodynamic therapy, implants, transplants and gene therapy). In addition, papers concerning candidate outcome measures for assessing efficacy of treatments (electrophysiological and psychophysical measures of function and retinal imaging) are requested. APPLICATIONS OF VISION SCIENCE. Organizers: Susana Marcos, Austin Roorda & Jim Schwiegerling Studies of the optical properties of the eye and optical imaging of the visual system, together with applications of knowledge of optics and visual system in medicine and industry. Papers are solicited for visual optics in general, and the following symposia in particular. "Optical Quality Metrics for the Eye" Moderator: Raymond A. Applegate, University of Houston Wavefront sensors can provide accurate measurements of the wave aberrations of the eye, but how can we use that information to describe how well, or how poorly the eye sees? While image quality metrics are well understood for optical systems with low aberrations, they generally fail to apply for the high aberrations found in the eye. An understanding of optical image quality in the eye is important for many applications, ranging from measurements of the outcomes of refractive surgery to building a better autorefractor. "Accommodation and Refractive Error" Moderator: Christine Wildsoet, University of California, Berkeley The symposium will include studies of the etiology of refractive errors, animal models for myopia, control of ocular growth, optical aberrations and refractive errors, clues for accommodation, and presbyopia and aging of the crystalline lens. "Visual Optics and Visual Aids" Moderator: Geunyoung Yoon, University of Rochester Optical performance of conventional and custom contact lenses, intraocular lenses; multifocal optics, intacts; design and visual performance of low vision aids (optical and digital). From jaf at graphics.cornell.edu Thu Jun 5 11:03:02 2003 From: jaf at graphics.cornell.edu (Jim Ferwerda) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Re: ishihara colors Message-ID: <3EDF5C10.1030505@graphics.cornell.edu> Hi All, Thanks to everyone who responded to my message about the colorimetry of the Ishihara plates. For the record, below is a summary of the references I received. Dain SJ Honson V J Curtis CT (1993). Suitability of fluorescent tube sources for the Ishihara Test as determined by colorimetric methods. B. Drum (ed). Colour Vision Deficiencies XI: 327-333. Lakowski R (1965) Colorimetric and photometric data for the 10th edition of the Ishihara plates. Brit J Physiol Optics 22:195-207. CIEXYZ chromaticity diagrams are available in Pokorny et al., Procedures for Testing Color Vision. Report of Working Group 41, that you can download from the following web page: http://www.ulib.org/webRoot/Books/National_Academy_Press_Books "Chromatic Variation of Ishihara Diagnostic Plates" by David Lee and Matthew Honson. To appear in the August 2003 issue of Color Research and Application Thanks again to all who responded. Regards, -Jim Ferwerda From legge at umn.edu Thu Jun 5 15:58:01 2003 From: legge at umn.edu (Gordon E. Legge) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] NEI workshop on research opportunities in low vision (Boston, June 16th) Message-ID: <5.2.0.9.0.20030605164244.00a32740@legge.email.umn.edu> Announcing a National Eye Institute Seminar on RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES IN LOW VISION Monday, June 16, 2003 Program: 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Lab Visits & Reception: 3:00-5:00 p.m. Hosted by Schepens Eye Research Institute Organized by The National Eye Institute Venue: CMD Conference Center, 25th Floor One Beacon Street, Boston Organizing Committee Gordon E. Legge, Ph.D., The University of Minnesota Michael Oberdorfer, Ph.D., National Eye Institute Eli Peli, M.Sc., O.D., Schepens Eye Research Institute and Harvard Medical School Aries Arditi, Ph.D., Lighthouse International Patrick Cavanagh, Ph.D., Harvard University Nancy Kanwisher, Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cynthia Owsley, MSPH, Ph.D., Univ. of Alabama, Birmingham Alvaro Pascual-Leone, M.D., Ph.D., Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School Adam Reeves, Ph.D., Northeastern University Pawan Sinha, Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology Lucia Vaina, M.D., Ph.D., Boston University ****************************************************************** The goal of this workshop is to bring to the attention of the scientific community opportunities for research and funding in the area of low vision. More than four million Americans have impaired vision and could benefit from applications of vision research. The National Eye Institute supports research on low vision and its rehabilitation. This workshop is open to all interested individuals but is intended primarily to acquaint researchers not yet involved in low vision research how to apply their interests to low vision. We especially invite people with expertise in psychophysics, neuroscience, cognition, modeling, engineering, and clinical approaches. Young investigators, including grad students and postdocs are warmly encouraged to attend. Registration: Registration is FREE but mandatory to gain access to the building. Space is also limited. To register, please complete the Registration Form by June 9, 2003 and e-mail to starr@vision.eri.harvard.edu or fax to 617-912-0134. Parking: For ease and timeliness, we strongly encourage you to use public transportation/the MBTA. The Park Street Station is just one block from One Beacon Street. Parking, however, will be validated by our staff only at Standard Parking Garage at 73 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02108. Mapquest can give you a map and directions. OR Standard Parking above or below ground at 100 Charles River Plaza (off Cambridge Street between the corners of Staniford and Blossom Streets), Boston, MA 02114. See www.eri.harvard.edu for maps & directions to 100 Charles River Plaza. If you plan to go to the lab tour after the meeting you probably want to park at 100 Charles River Plaza and walk 3 blocks up to the conference location. Contact Information: Questions about Registration or Logistics: Joanne Durham, Conference Manager, or Cheryl Reeves, Conference Coordinator Phone: 617-912-2602 Fax: 617-912-0134 Email: starr@vision.eri.harvard.edu Questions about the Program: Gordon Legge, Ph.D., legge@umn.edu Eli Peli, M.Sc., O.D., eli@vision.eri.harvard.edu Conference Website http://www.starrcenter.org/lowvisionworkshop.html From GNH at CDRH.FDA.GOV Fri Jun 6 11:32:02 2003 From: GNH at CDRH.FDA.GOV (Hilmantel, Gene N) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Please Post: opening at the FDA for a Vision Scientist Message-ID: <2BE978D230DFA446AC934FF6320F9B36019DDF4A@DRM557.CDRH.FDA.GOV> Please post the attached notice for a Vision Scientist position (scientific reviewer) for the Food and Drug Administration (Division of Ophthalmic and Ear, Nose and Throat Devices). Please note the following: IF INTERESTED, PLEASE IMMEDIATELY CONTACT ONE OF THE FOLLOWING, AS THE POSITION WILL BE FILLED SHORTLY: Everette T. Beers, Branch Chief, Diagnostic and Surgical Devices Branch (DOED): ETB@CDRH.FDA.GOV A. Ralph Rosenthal, Division Director, Division of Ophthalmic and Ear, Nose, and Throat Devices: ARR@CDRH.FDA.GOV Gene Hilmantel, Optometrist (DOED), GNH@CDRH.FDA.GOV , 301-594-1744 Ext 148. Gene Gene Hilmantel, OD, MS THIS MESSAGE IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE USE OF THE PARTY TO WHOM IT IS ADDRESSED AND MAY CONTAIN INFORMATION THAT IS PRIVILEGED, CONFIDENTIAL, AND PROTECTED FROM DISCLOSURE UNDER LAW. If you are not the addressee, or a person authorized to deliver the document to the addressee, you are hereby notified that any review, disclosure, dissemination, copying, or other action based on the content of this communication is not authorized. If you have received this document in error, please immediately notify the sender immediately by e-mail or phone. Food and Drug Administration CDRH/ODE/DOED CORP Rm 240 K HFZ-460 9200 Corporate Blvd Rockville, MD 20850 Ph:(301)594-1744 X 148 FAX: (301)827-4601 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030606/73f40d44/attachment.html From tim.andrews at durham.ac.uk Mon Jun 9 09:00:02 2003 From: tim.andrews at durham.ac.uk (Tim Andrews) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Research Associate - Visual Neuroscience. Message-ID: <3EE47B8F.2000004@durham.ac.uk> Please post the following advertisement. RESEARCH ASSOCIATE, VISUAL NEUROSCIENCE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY, UNIVERSITY OF DURHAM ?18,265 - ?20,311 pa Applications are invited for a one year Research Associate position, working with Dr Tim Andrews on an EPSRC funded project titled 'Perceptual Mechanisms Underlying Binocular Rivalry'. This project aims to understand how the brain translates images from the two eyes into a single, coherent sensation of the world. The phenomenon of perceptual rivalry, in which the monocular images do not fuse, offers a unique opportunity to investigate this basic visual process. It is not surprising, given its significance, that explanations of rivalry remain vigorously debated by psychologists, neuroscientists and even philosophers. Applicants should normally hold, or expect to hold by the appointment date, a BSc in Neuroscience, Psychology, Computer Vision, AI, or a related numerate discipline. Candidates should be enthusiastic about vision and should have, or be keen to learn, the skills of graphics programming (C, C++), human eye movement measurement, and visual psychophysics. The appointment is available from 1st October 2003, for 1 year. However, it is possible that this position could be offered on a part-time basis. Starting salary will be according to qualifications and experience. Please direct informal inquiries to Dr. Tim Andrews (tel. (0)191- 3340430, (0)191-3343243; or e-mail: tim.Andrews@dur.ac.uk and see the lab web page: http://www.dur.ac.uk/tim.andrews/ -- Dr. Tim Andrews Department of Psychology Wolfson Research Institute University of Durham, Queen's Campus Stockton-on-Tees TS17 6BH United Kingdom tel: 44-191-3340430 44-191-3343243 fax: 44-191-3340006 email: tim.andrews@durham.ac.uk http://www.durham.ac.uk/tim.andrews/ From MBullimore at optometry.osu.edu Mon Jun 9 12:58:02 2003 From: MBullimore at optometry.osu.edu (Bullimore, Mark) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Dean of Optometry - Ohio State University Message-ID: <5724F5511FADAC4987DDC5A5814B180C592A7F@cliffclavin.optometry.ohio-state.edu> > THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY > DEAN OF THE College of Optometry > > > The College of Optometry at The Ohio State University invites nominations > and applications for the position of Dean of the College of Optometry. The > Ohio State University has the nation's most comprehensive health sciences > center and includes the Colleges of Dentistry, Medicine and Public Health, > Nursing, Optometry, Pharmacy, Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State > University Hospitals, and the Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard > J. Solove Research Institute. The College of Optometry is fully accredited, > with 25 full-time faculty members, and engages in both academic programming > and research and in health care delivery. The College's total budget for > FY02 was $10 million, not including external/restricted funding. > > The Dean is the chief executive officer of the College and is responsible > for advancing the College's academic mission of teaching, research, and > service. The Dean reports to the Executive Vice President and Provost and > is a member of the University's Council of Deans. > > The professional program in optometry enrolls 64 students per academic > year. Its clinics house 65,000 patient visits per year, both on- and > off-campus, and it has a developing outreach program. > > Faculty in the College are engaged in a broad and diverse array of basic > and clinical research. Research topics of interest include, but are not > limited to, children's and adults' vision problems, eye movements, ocular > physiology, cornea and contact lenses, visual development, environmental > vision, and binocular vision. Faculty serve as mentors to M.S. and Ph.D. > students in Vision Science, and the College has a joint O.D./M.S. program. > The College is in the process of adding a 14,000+ square feet research > addition to its existing buildings, funded by University, Federal, and > private support. > > Nominees and applicants with an optometry degree or equivalent are > preferred. Candidates must qualify for a tenured appointment as a Professor > in the College. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated record of > administrative leadership of a complex optometric clinical enterprise > and/or directed large budget research grants with personal accomplishments > in research, optometric practice, and scholarship. The successful candidate > will have a strong commitment to diversity. > > The position will be available on January 1, 2004. Salary and other > considerations will be consistent with the University's commitment to > recruiting the best-qualified individual. To assure full consideration, > applications and nominations should be received by August 1, 2003. The > Search Committee will begin screening dossiers on that date and will > continue to receive applications until the Dean is selected. Applicants > please submit a letter of interest and curriculum vitae. Applications and > nominations should be addressed to: > > Elizabeth Lenz > Chair of the Optometry Search Committee and Dean, College of Nursing > 122 Newton Hall > 1585 Neil Avenue > Columbus, OH 43210-1240 > > The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity, Affirmative Action > employer. Women, minorities, Vietnam-era veterans, veterans, and > individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030609/000261b2/attachment.html From r_oshea at otago.ac.nz Mon Jun 9 19:38:01 2003 From: r_oshea at otago.ac.nz (Robert P. O'Shea) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Binocular Rivalry Bibliography Message-ID: After a long delay, I believe I have brought up to date my Binocular Rivalry Bibliography . I would be most grateful if you would let me know of any errors or omissions. -- Cheers, Robert. Robert P. O'Shea Department of Psychology, University of Otago, PO Box 56, Dunedin, New Zealand; phone: +64 (3) 479 7617; fax: +64 (3) 479 8335; e-mail: r_oshea@otago.ac.nz; home page: -- From peterw at vision.psy.mq.edu.au Mon Jun 9 22:05:02 2003 From: peterw at vision.psy.mq.edu.au (Professor Peter Wenderoth) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Fwd: Re: Macquarie Postdocs Message-ID: >>Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia has 6 Postdocs available >>from January 1, 2004. See >> >>http://www.pers.mq.edu.au/ads/2003/may/murf04.html >> I would be happy to sponsor anyone in vision/perception -- Professor Peter Wenderoth Phone: +61 2 9850 8680 Psychology Department Fax: +61 2 9850 9238 (Confidential) Macquarie University mobile: +61 2 0417 231 619 Sydney, Australia 2109 http://vision.psy.mq.edu.au/~peterw From jrjimene at ugr.es Tue Jun 10 09:03:02 2003 From: jrjimene at ugr.es (=?iso-8859-1?Q?Jos=E9_Ram=F3n_Jim=E9nez_Cuesta?=) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] phoeos04 meeting Message-ID: <01C32F53.ABF72E00@jranto.ugr.es> Dear Sir: we would like, if possible, to add our meeting to your list. The meeting is II EOS (European Optical Society) Topical Meeting on Physiological Optics to be held in Granada (Spain) September 2004, web site: www.ugr.es/local/phoeos04 Thank you very much, Jose Ramon Jimenez Chairman From Marcello.Rosa at med.monash.edu.au Tue Jun 10 22:50:02 2003 From: Marcello.Rosa at med.monash.edu.au (Marcello Rosa) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Research Fellowships- Monash University, Melbourne, Australia Message-ID: Dear list moderator; Could you please upload this message to the appropriate bulletin board. MONASH FELLOWSHIPS 2003 For full information: http://www.monash.edu.au/resgrant/grantinfo/Monash/mufell.html Closing date: Thursday 31 July 2003 Monash University has established the Monash Fellowship scheme to: * Attract internationally competitive researchers to undertake research of national and international significance (including young researchers from overseas with great future potential) and provide them with the best possible environment to establish a productive laboratory or other research team and to foster collaborations;? * Provide research support to successful Australian based researchers wishing to move to Monash University to enhance their research career. Applications are invited from researchers with two to eight years of post-doctoral research experience, calculated from the date of submission of PhD thesis, and with demonstrated research outcomes at international level. The Fellowships are tenable only at Monash University and it is expected that most of the time will be spent at the relevant Monash department/centre. Following a Monash-conducted competitive process, up to four successful applicants?will be awarded up to A$130,000 per annum comprising a salary in the Research Fellow Level B range - including on-costs - plus a research support grant of up to A$50,000 per annum for 5 years.?Removal costs and return economy air fares will be paid, for Fellow plus partner and dependent children in accordance with University policy. Part of the cost of the Fellowship, plus any additional set-up funds and facilities, are to be provided by the Department where the Fellow intends to conduct research. Therefore, it is ESSENTIAL THAT ANY POTENTIAL APPLICANTS CONTACT THE DIRECTOR OF THE MONASH UNIVERSITY BRAIN AND BEHAVIOUR CENTRE, Dr. Marcello Rosa (address below), prior to submitting an application. This will ensure that the potential applicant is placed in contact with the relevant Head of Department. Applicants with a neuroscience background, including any aspect of visual science, are encouraged to apply. Research excellence (measured by publications, patents and prizes/ awards) will be the primary selection criterion. Dr. Marcello Rosa Associate Professor Director, Monash University Brain and Behaviour Centre Department of Physiology Monash University Clayton, VIC 3800 Ph. (+61) 3 99052522 Fax: (+61) 3 9905 2547 Marcello.Rosa@med.monash.edu.au -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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A Ph.D. in psychology or neuroscience, expertise in connectionist modeling, and facility with adobe photoshop and morphing techniques is required. In addition to conducting connectionist modeling studies at Brandeis, the fellow will be involved in functional neuroimaging studies of normal individuals at the Massachusetts General Hospital NMR Center. A one-year appointment with possible continuation for a second and third year. Compensation is based on standard NIH pay scales. For more information about the Brandeis Social Perception Lab visit http://www.brandeis.edu/departments/psych/faculty/zebrowitz.html. Send a statement of research interests, CV, preprints or reprints, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Leslie Zebrowitz, Brandeis University, Department of Psychology, MS 062, Waltham, MA 02454. Application from women and minorities are encouraged. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Leslie A. Zebrowitz Professor of Psychology & Manuel Yellen Professor of Social Relations Voice: 781-736-3263/3300 Dept. of Psychology, MS062 FAX: 781-736-3291 Brandeis University email:Zebrowitz@brandeis.edu P.O. Box 549110 Waltham, MA 02454-9110 USA http://www.brandeis.edu/departments/psych/zebrowitz.html -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030611/86f5678e/attachment.html From lshams at caltech.edu Thu Jun 12 08:42:01 2003 From: lshams at caltech.edu (Ladan Shams) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoctoral Position at UCLA+Caltech Message-ID: Postdoctoral Position in Multisensory Perception UCLA and Caltech Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position to study issues in multisensory perception. The research involves psychophysics methodology possibly combined with fMRI and/or statistical modeling. The projects will aim to unravel the interactions between visual, auditory, and tactile perceptual processes at various levels of inquiry ranging from phenomenology, to underlying brain mechanisms, to the governing computational principles. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, Computer Science, Engineering or a related field. Some experience in Psychophysics is required, and any experience in fMRI or modeling will be a strong advantage. Expertise in Matlab and/or C in a Mac or UNIX environment is highly desirable. The research will be performed primarily in the laboratory of Ladan Shams at UCLA (http://vmpl.psych.ucla.edu), and partly in the laboratory of Shinsuke Shimojo at Caltech (http://neuro.caltech.edu). Thus, the successful candidate will be affiliated with both UCLA and Caltech. Salary is according to the NIH scale. The initial appointment will be for one year and may be extended for a second or third year. The starting date is September 2003 (but somewhat flexible). Please send inquiries or CVs plus the names of 3 references to: Ladan Shams (ladan@caltech.edu). California Institute of Technology and University of California are Equal Opportunity Employers. ---------------------------- Ladan Shams, Ph.D. Assistant Professor UCLA Psychology Department 7545B Franz Hall Los Angeles, CA 90095-1563 URL: http://vmpl.psych.ucla.edu Tel: (310) 428-5296 From announcements at journalofvision.org Thu Jun 12 17:32:02 2003 From: announcements at journalofvision.org (Journal of Vision) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Journal of Vision, Volume 3, Issue 4 Message-ID: <012301c3313a$798f3b40$018ecfd8@harry> Journal of Vision Volume 3, Number 4, Pages 252 - 317 DOI 10:1167/3.4 http://www.journalofvision.org/3/4/ ISSN 1534-7362 Articles Biological motion as a cue for the perception of size Daniel Jokisch Nikolaus F. Troje http://journalofvision.org/3/4/1/ Neither here nor there: localizing conflicting visual attributes Paul V. McGraw David Whitaker David R. Badcock Jennifer Skillen http://journalofvision.org/3/4/2/ Distribution of the presynaptic calcium sensors, synaptotagmin I/II and synaptotagmin III, in the goldfish and rodent retinas Amy K. Berntson Catherine W. Morgans http://journalofvision.org/3/4/3/ Contour interpolation by vector-field combination Carlo Fantoni Walter Gerbino http://journalofvision.org/3/4/4/ Spatiotemporal relationships in a dynamic scene: stereomotion induction and suppression Lora T. Likova Christopher W. Tyler http://journalofvision.org/3/4/5/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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For the fees, the titels and abstracts of the contents of the tutorials look at http://dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de/dagm/symposium/tutorials/index.html We are also proud to announce awards for the best papers. You will find a list of preferred hotels at: http://dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de/dagm/symposium/hotels/index.html Consider the mentioned reservation deadlines. Please contact the hotels directly but do not hesitate to ask our assistance if necessary. We will also provide a special entertainment program. You will find the details soon on the conference web site. Regards, The DAGM03 organization team From mat.rix at wp.pl Fri Jun 20 13:14:39 2003 From: mat.rix at wp.pl (Mat Rix) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Programme for modelling the initial stages of visual information processing. Message-ID: <000801c33587$dd2ae9a0$0201010a@pecet> http://www.neurovision.prv.pl It gives possibility to examine the reactions of retina cells and the interactions between them. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030618/4357e2dd/attachment.html From P.A.Howarth at lboro.ac.uk Mon Jun 23 11:25:01 2003 From: P.A.Howarth at lboro.ac.uk (Peter A Howarth) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] 25th PUPIL COLLOQUIUM Message-ID: <003101c33967$a1c17210$19bd7d9e@pc2000huph> (Apologies for cross posting.) 25th PUPIL COLLOQUIUM The closing date for abstracts for the next Pupil Colloquium is August 1st. Authors of abstracts which have not been accepted, or need to be modified, will be contacted by 8th August. Although this is a short timescale, it is highly unlikely that a sensible abstract will not be accepted, and the timescale allows people to present up-to-date work. The only restrictions are that abstracts should be written in English, and should fit onto A4 or letter size paper when printed in 12 point type. Examples of abstracts from the last colloquium can be found at: http://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/files/PUPIL/ca.htm You will see that the format is not restrictive, but it does help if the abstract is structured into sections: Introduction Method Results Discussion or Conclusions I will edit abstracts for clarity where an author's first language is not English, unless I receive instructions not to do so. As in the last few colloquia, copies of all abstracts will be available at the meeting. Finally, if you know of any other lists, or individuals, that would be interested in these details, please pass them on. Peter P.A.Howarth, Ph.D. Visual Ergonomics Research Group (VISERG) Department of Human Sciences Loughborough University, LE11 3TU England http://www.lboro.ac.uk/departments/hu/groupd/viserg/viserg1.htm The 25th Pupil Colloquium will be held in Crete, between 11-15 Sept. 2003 Further details can be found on the Pupil site: http://jiscmail.ac.uk/files/pupil/index.html From eyal at mail.cps.utexas.edu Mon Jun 23 12:00:03 2003 From: eyal at mail.cps.utexas.edu (Eyal Seidemann) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Please post Message-ID: <00a701c339ae$d7844b10$ec97fea9@eslab.psy.utexas.edu> POST-DOCTORAL POSITION IN VISUAL NEUROSCIENCE The Center for Perceptual Systems, UT Austin Postdoctoral position is available to investigate the computational principles and neurophysiological basis of visual search in natural scenes. This project involves collaboration between the labs of Dr. Wilson Geisler and Dr. Eyal Seidemann in the Center for Perceptual Systems at the University of Texas at Austin. Experimental techniques include psychophysical studies of eye movements during multi-fixation search in human and primate subjects, and a powerful combination of optical imaging (voltage-sensitive dye and intrinsic), single unit recordings, electrical microstimulation and reversible inactivation in alert, behaving primates. Computational techniques include Bayesian statistical decision theory, ideal observer theory and natural scene statistics. The Center for Perceptual Systems (www.cps.utexas.edu) offers exceptional facilities and an outstanding interdisciplinary scientific environment in a collegial atmosphere. Computational background, programming experience (C/C++/Matlab), and experience with neurophysiology and/or psychophysics are desirable. Please send CV, statement of research interests, and the names of three references to: Wilson Geisler or Eyal Seidemann, Campus mailcode A8000, Center for Perceptual Systems, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas 78712, USA. Phone: (512) 232-6052. Fax: (512) 471-7356. Email: geisler@psyvax.psy.utexas.edu or eyal@mail.cps.utexas.edu. From gduffy at bu.edu Tue Jun 24 12:57:01 2003 From: gduffy at bu.edu (Geri Duffy) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] FW: predoctoral and postdoctoral positions Message-ID: -----Original Message----- From: Geri Duffy [mailto:gduffy@bu.edu] Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2003 11:33 AM To: visionsciencelilst@lilsts.best.com Subject: predoctoral and postdoctoral positions Predoctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowship Burroughs Wellcome Training Program in Mathematical and Computational Neuroscience (PMCN) Boston University The goal of PMCN is to facilitate the transition of a small and outstanding set of predoctoral and postdoctoral fellows from the mathematical and physical sciences to a range of areas in neuroscience. Financial support for both PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows is available. The program features special seminars, mentoring by faculty and advanced trainees, and a dynamic and well-networked intellectual life provided by multiple supporting institutional modules. These include a new degree-granting Program in Neuroscience (PIN; http://www.bu.edu/pin) the graduate program of the Biomedical Engineering department (BME; http://bme.bu.edu) and the Center for BioDynamics (CBD; http://cbd.bu.edu). Predoctoral fellows will enroll in one of two PhD programs (PIN or BME) that focus on the combination of experimental and computational neuroscience. Burroughs Wellcome Postdoctoral Fellows will design individualized programs that include neuroscience courses and one or more research projects that emphasize combined computational and experimental approaches to neuroscience. In addition, fellows may participate in the CBD, which helps physical scientists and engineers to address research problems at the interfaces among mathematics, physics, biology and engineering. PMCN is directed by H. Eichenbaum and N. Kopell. The senior faculty members are P. Cook, M. Wachowiak, A. Yamaguchi, (Biology), M. Hasselmo, H. Eichenbaum, D. Somers, C. Stern (Psychology), S. Colburn, J. Collins, K. Sen, J. White (Biomedical Engineering) T. Kaper, E. Kolaczyk, N. Kopell, G. Wayne (Math) B. Shinn-Cunningham (Cognitive and Neural Systems, Biomedical Engineering). For further information and instructions about applications, see our website at http://pmcn.bu.edu. Our mailing address is PMCN, c/o G. Duffy, Department of Mathematics, Boston University, 111 Cummington St., Boston MA 02215. Applications for postdocs will be reviewed starting from December 20, 2003. Related predoctoral and postdoctoral positions are available at the Center for BioDynamics (CBD) see ad. From caudek at units.it Fri Jun 27 15:28:02 2003 From: caudek at units.it (caudek@units.it) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Conference announcement Message-ID: <1056748522.3efcb3ea8cb2c@webmail.units.it> Dear friend and colleague, each year, researchers from Italy and from abroad meet at the Department of Psychology of the University of Trieste (Italy) to discuss issues in Perception and Cognition. This year, the meeting is scheduled to begin on October 16 and it will end on October 18, 2003. Since 1993, to honor the memory of the late Gaetano Kanizsa, the meeting also includes the Kanizsa Lecture. This year, Michael Kubovy (University of Virginia) has agreed to speak on: "Regular patterns in visual, auditory and aesthetic perception". The 11th Kanizsa Lecture wiil be held on Friday, October 17, 4-7 pm, at the Museo Revoltella Auditorium. We hope that you will be able to attend and to contribute with a presentation on your recent research. The conference will only consist in paper presentations. The talks will be organized in the following sessions: - Experimental phenomenology - Perceptual organization - Lightness perception - Perception and action - Thinking - Psycholinguistics For further information and to communicate the title of your talk (the deadline for submission is October 12), please e-mail caudek@units.it or fax: +39 040 4528022. Please, spread this message. We apologize if you have already received this announcement. Best regards, Walter Gerbino Corrado Caudek -- From zili at psych.ucla.edu Sat Jun 28 20:26:02 2003 From: zili at psych.ucla.edu (Liu, Zili) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] postdoc at UCLA Message-ID: A postdoc position is available in Zili Liu's lab in the Dept. of Psychology, UCLA to study, in motion perception and with fMRI, perceptual learning and perceptual organization. The specific research projects are flexible, depending on the candidate's interests and background, although interests in fMRI in combination with behavioral studies are strongly preferred. The fMRI part of the research will be in collaboration with Steve Engel in the same department. If interested, please email Zili Liu at zili@psych.ucla.edu UCLA has a large vision community that includes: Steve Engel, John Hummel, Phil Kellman, Zili Liu, Dario Ringach, Stan Schein, Ladan Shams, Jim Thomas, Alan Yuille in Psychology; and Stefano Soatto and Sun Chun Zhu in Computer Science. Thanks. --Zili -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030628/cf9e80c7/attachment.html From susana at io.cfmac.csic.es Wed Jul 2 09:08:02 2003 From: susana at io.cfmac.csic.es (Susana Marcos) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] FALL VISION MEETING. Deadline extension Message-ID: <3.0.6.32.20030702112407.01aaa1b8@io.cfmac.csic.es> Dear colleagues: Following numerous requests, the Abstract Submission deadline for the FALL VISION MEETING (October 4-6, 2003, Tucson AZ) has been extended UNTIL JULY 13, 2003. Please note that registration is necessary before submitting an abstract. Details of the meeting and the online registration and abstract submission may be found at http://www.eyes.arizona.edu/fallvisionmeeting/ Submissions are invited for papers to coordinate with the Symposium Topics or on any other aspect of vision. The Online Submission will close July 13, 2003. Looking forward to seeing you in Tucson! From Vince.Billock at wpafb.af.mil Wed Jul 2 13:05:02 2003 From: Vince.Billock at wpafb.af.mil (Billock Vince A Contr AFRL/HEC) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY AT THE U.S. AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY Message-ID: <53A10F824E50D511820800508BDF3F2205187DDA@fszhtv12.wpafb.af.mil> POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY AT THE U.S. AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY Our vision research laboratory will have an opening for a postdoctoral associate, who could join us in 6 to 9 months. We do basic and applied research in perception of space, time and color. We are looking for a colleague with a recent Ph.D., or one who is ready to graduate, who would be interested in exploring the psychophysics of morphing (spatiotemporal interpolation). A background in vision, psychophysics, and strong quantitative skills are desirable. The position will probably require good graphical programming skills or the ability to quickly acquire them. Other pluses would be skills/knowledge in image fusion, mathematical modeling and neuroscience. Recent samples of our lab's work can be found in JOSA A 2001 (pp. 2398-2403; 2004-2413) and Psychological Science 2001 (pp. 532-535). The successful candidate would receive guidance in preparing a short proposal for the National Research Council Associateship program, which would compete for funding by the Air Force! Office of Scientific Research. Support is renewable for up to three years. Salary is well above NIH guidelines and health insurance/professional travel/relocation are included. U.S. Citizens only. For more information contact the Lab Director - Brian Tsou (937-255-8896; Brian.Tsou@wpafb.af.mil) or Vince Billock (937-255-8879; Vince.Billock@wpafb.af.mil). Send resumes electronically or mail to Dr. Brian Tsou, AFRL/HECI, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH 45433-7511. From Fiona.Newell at tcd.ie Thu Jul 3 08:33:02 2003 From: Fiona.Newell at tcd.ie (Fiona Newell) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] PhD studentship available in Trinity College Dublin Message-ID: PhD Position in Cross-Modal Recognition and Sensory Impairment A PhD studentship to work on cross-modal recognition with Fiona Newell and her group in the Department of Psychology and Institute of Neuroscience, Trinity College Dublin, is available. The position is for three years, starting in October 2003. Candidates should have or be about to obtain a high 2.1 or First class honours degree in Psychology or related discipline. Ideally candidates should have an interest in higher-level visual, auditory and/or haptic perception and the effects of sensory impairment on recognition. The studentship (approximately 15,000 Euro per annum, non-taxable) is funded by the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience. The Institute of Neuroscience has outstanding associated researchers and research groups, both nationally and internationally, and Department of Psychology has excellent research facilities. (See www.tcd.ie/Psychology/ for more details). Please contact Fiona Newell (fiona.newell@tcd.ie) if you require further information. Interested applicants should forward a CV, names and addresses of two referees, and a brief statement of research interests, preferably electronically or by post to: Dr. Fiona Newell, Department of Psychology, University of Dublin, Trinity College, Dublin 2, Ireland. The deadline for applications is 15th August, 2003. From allinson at umist.ac.uk Tue Jul 8 12:07:00 2003 From: allinson at umist.ac.uk (Nigel Allinson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Studentship for posting - thanks Message-ID: <24C0B192-B16C-11D7-8B41-00039353691A@umist.ac.uk> EPSRC Industrial Case Studentship Detection and Recognition in Low Contrast and Enhanced Video UMIST & University of Lincoln Department of Electronics, UMIST, Manchester - Prof N M Allinson Department of Psychology, University of Lincoln, Lincoln - Dr P Goddard (In association with Dmist Technologies Ltd, Manchester - Dr J P Oakley) Unique technology, developed at UMIST and now being exploited by Dmist Technologies Ltd, permits the real-time enhancement of video obtained under adverse viewing conditions, such as haze, mist, rain and smoke. The enhanced video is capable of displaying the full natural colours of the scene and can be fitted to existing camera systems. The application of this technology encompasses many fields such as road, air and sea traffic monitoring, security and surveillance systems, and search- and-rescue vehicles. This enhancement of video in poor visibility conditions does significantly affect detection/recognition performance, and its demonstrated capabilities will have a major impact on our understanding of the human visual system. From the operational point of view, it is important to possess clear methodology for assessing the advantages of Dmist's approach in each application context and are able to provide potential end-users with performance metrics. Working closely with Dmist's technical staff, UMIST engineers, visual psychophysicists and psychologists, the research student will: * Survey theories of human visual perception relating to event/object detection and recognition. * Develop experimental and analysis techniques to assess subject performance under laboratory conditions. * Further the understanding of the HVS for detection and recognition. * Develop experimental and analysis techniques to assess CCTV operator performance under natural conditions. * Produce practical, standardised procedures and reporting formats for diverse application sectors. This project will provide a unique opportunity for a student with a psychology or related cognitive science background to contribute to the further development of a unique technology as well as explore some fundamental issues of human vision. It is expected that the majority of the work will take place at the University of Lincoln, and there will be an opportunity for additional career development at one of the UK's leading independent research and development organisations. The standard EPSRC bursary will be augmented by additional payments from Dmist Technologies Ltd. The prospective home/EU student should possess a 1st or 2(1) class degree in psychology or cognate discipline. Please quote reference EEE/S/51 in your application - include a CV and contact details of two referees. Closing date 25 July 2003. For further details, please contact: Professor Nigel M Allinson, Vision and Information Processing Research Group, UMIST, PO Box 88, Manchester M60 1QD (Tel: 0161 200 4641, Email: n.m.allinson@umist.ac.uk) or Dr Paul Goddard, Department of Psychology, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln LN6 7TS (Tel: 01522 886 280, Email: pgoddard@lincoln.ac.uk). Please quote reference: EEE/S/51. ________________________________________ | Nigel M Allinson | Professor of Image Engineering | UMIST, PO Box 88 | Manchester, M60 1QD, UK | | Phone: (+44) (0) 161 200 4641 | Fax: (+44) (0) 161 200 4784 | Mobile: 0771 470 3125 |________________________________________ -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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In this respect we wish to emphasize (1) molecular and cell-biological mechanisms of neuronal network development and plasticity, (2) understanding activity in neuronal networks in relation to their structure, and (3) understanding normal and deficient neural circuitry at the cognitive and behavioral level. The Summer School aims at providing a forum for discussing broad views as well as latest developments on the above topics. The lectures are presented by internationally renowned scientists. The target groups are PhD students, postdoctoral fellows, senior researchers and clinicians. Please visit the Summer School website http://www.nih.knaw.nl/summerschool for information and registration. ********************************************************** Christaan N. Levelt, Ph.D. Visual Perception Research Unit Netherlands Ophthalmic Research Institute Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences Meibergdreef 47 1105 BA Amsterdam The Netherlands phone: 31-20-5665359 fax: 31-20-5666121 ********************************************************** -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030708/c6b080bb/attachment.html From tshipley at astro.temple.edu Wed Jul 9 09:59:00 2003 From: tshipley at astro.temple.edu (Thomas F Shipley) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Job Posting in Cognition Message-ID: Mid-career researchers in mid- to high-level vision are encouraged to apply. COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY: The Department of Psychology at Temple University is seeking an outstanding cognitive psychologist for a tenure track appointment beginning Fall 2004. Rank is open, but the Associate level is preferred. Candidates with research interests in any of the central domains of cognitive psychology (e.g., memory, attention, categorization) are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will demonstrate an energetic and visible grant-funded program of research and publication. The College of Liberal Arts at Temple University is devoting significant resources to building the faculty across the social sciences and humanities. We seek scholars of the highest caliber to join our community. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, a statement of undergraduate and graduate teaching interests, three letters of recommendation, and copies of representative publications to: Chair, Cognitive Psychology Search Committee, Department of Psychology, 656 Weiss Hall, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122-6085. Women and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Applications should be received by November 10, 2003. However, we will continue to review applications until the position is filled. From jalonso at mail.sunyopt.edu Thu Jul 10 15:08:02 2003 From: jalonso at mail.sunyopt.edu (Jose-Manuel Alonso) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS IN VISUAL NEUROSCIENCE at UCONN-SUNY Message-ID: <5.1.1.6.0.20030710165334.0281cc78@mail.sunyopt.edu> POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS IN VISUAL NEUROSCIENCE Two postdoctoral positions are available as part of a collaboration between Profs. Swadlow and Alonso at The University of Connecticut (Storrs) and SUNY-Optometry (Manhattan). The postdoctoral positions are funded by two separate NIH grants that aim to study the relative role of arousal and selective visual attention at early stages of the visual pathway. We use chronically implanted multielectrode arrays in awake rabbits and awake behaving primates. The arrays have been designed to record single unit activity from electrodes that can be independently moved and be closely spaced within the same or near orientation columns at different cortical layers. Profs. Susana Martinez-Conde and Steve Macknik act as consultants in the primate project. The Department of Psychology offers a rich environment with strong emphasis in multielectrode recordings and sensory thalamocortical connections (e.g. Prof. Swadlow, Alonso, Escabi, Read). SUNY-Optometry offers a great environment in visual research that includes Clinical (e.g. Prof. Swanson), Psychophysical (e.g. Prof. Zaidi), electrophysiological approaches (e.g. Prof. Lee, Alonso and Swadlow) and the possibility of interacting with the increasingly larger visual neuroscience community in the New York area (http://email.rutgers.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=vision_seminars&A=1). Applicants should have prior experience in electrophysiological techniques. Please, send vita and names of two references to any of the addresses given below and do not hesitate to contact us if you need further information. Harvey Swadlow, Ph.D. Department of Psychology University of Connecticut 406 Babbidge road Storrs, CT 06269 Phone: (860) 486-2252 Email: swadlow@psych.psy.uconn.edu http://www.sp.uconn.edu/~wwwpsyc/mainsite.html Jose-Manuel Alonso, M.D., Ph.D. Department of Biological Sciences SUNY-Optometry 33 West 42nd street New York, NY 10036 Phone: (212) 780-0523 Email: jalonso@sunyopt.edu http://www.sunyopt.edu/research/res_fac.shtml Jose-Manuel Alonso, M.D., Ph.D. Associate Professor State University of New York (SUNY-Optometry) Department of Biological Sciences 33 West 42nd Street New York, NY 10036 Phone: (212) 780-0523 Fax: (212) 780-5194 From ad2069 at columbia.edu Fri Jul 11 15:41:02 2003 From: ad2069 at columbia.edu (Aniruddha Das) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Post doc, Columbia U, NY: Cortical Mechanisms of Early Vision Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.0.20030711172859.01ccc820@pop.columbia.edu> Postdoctoral Position in Early Visual Processing (Using optical imaging in alert monkeys combined with modeling and psychophysics) Lab of Aniruddha Das Columbia University Center for Neurobiology and Behavior Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position to study the cortical mechanisms underlying early visual processing, i.e. the parsing of visual scenes into contours, surfaces, textures etc. The work involves optical imaging and electrode recordings from trained alert monkeys (early visual areas, V1, V2...), combined with modeling and psychophysics. Candidates should have a strong quantitative background with a demonstrated interest in applying such quantitative methods to problems in neurobiology. The candidates Ph.D. could be in Neuroscience, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering or a related field. A facility with Matlab / IDL and / or C++ is highly desirable. This is a new laboratory in a brand new Center for Integrative Neuroscience at Columbia University. We share a floor with 5 other groups also working on issues of systems neuroscience with diverse interests ranging over attentional mechanisms, oculomotor control, emotional circuitry and computational neurobiology. Our Center is particularly committed to maintaining a strongly interactive and collaborative atmosphere amongst the different laboratories. Please send inquiries or CVs plus the names of 3 references to: Aniruddha Das Center for Neurobiology and Behavior Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons 1051 Riverside Drive, NY State Psych. Instt Kolb Resrch Annex (Bldg. 87), Rm 5-05 New York, NY 10032-2695 ph: 212 543-6931 x 200 fax: 212 543-5816 e-mail: ad2069@columbia.edu Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. From ogmen at incaroads.ee.uh.edu Fri Jul 11 18:43:00 2003 From: ogmen at incaroads.ee.uh.edu (Haluk Ogmen) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] TRAVEL FELLOWSHIPS Message-ID: <200307120005.h6C05hR02851@incaroads.ee.uh.edu> TRAVEL FELLOWSHIPS for the Workshop "The first half second: The microgenesis and temporal dynamics of unconscious and conscious visual processes" 31 October - 3 November 2003 University of Houston, Houston TX USA A limited number of travel fellowships are available for junior researchers (advanced graduate students, post-docs, assistant professors) to attend the workshop "The first half second: The microgenesis and temporal dynamics of unconscious and conscious visual processes" to be held at the University of Houston from Friday, October 31 to Monday, November 3, 2003. The objective of the workshop is to provide a venue for laying out important conceptual, methodological and empirical issues and problems that need to be addressed when investigating, in an interdisciplinary manner, the temporal dynamics of activity in the visual system related to unconscious and conscious cognitive processes. The workshop will cover the following topics: 1) conceptual issues in studying conscious and unconscious visual processes, 2) neurophysiological correlates of dynamic processing in vision, 3) visual masking as a psychophysical probe into the dynamics of vision, 4) temporal aspects of attention, 5) temporal characteristics of object and feature perception, and 6) the dynamic relation of unconscious and conscious processes in vision. The speakers are: T. Bachmann, H. Bedell, B. Breitmeyer, R. Dolan, J. Enns, G. Francis, M. Goodale, M. Green, M. Herzog, V. Lamme, S. Luck, M. Munk, H. Ogmen, M. Potter, T. Ro, E. Rolls, P. Stoerig, R. Vorleger. Women and minority candidates and those from relatively small departments with limited opportunities to interact with senior researchers are especially encouraged to apply. NIH grantsmanship lectures will be offered as part of the workshop. To apply, send by August 31, 2003 a 1-page description of research interests including a statement of how you would benefit from the workshop, a resume, and two reference letters to: Haluk Ogmen, Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering, University of Houston, Houston TX 77204-4005 or by email to: ogmen@uh.edu. From sabine.susstrunk at epfl.ch Mon Jul 14 12:26:00 2003 From: sabine.susstrunk at epfl.ch (sabine susstrunk) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] CGIV 2004 and MSC04: Second Call for Paper Message-ID: <027901c349f5$d3eebec0$1a08b280@lcavpc2> Apologies if you receive this more than once: Color in Graphics Imaging and Vision CGIV 2004 Second Call for Papers The Society for Imaging Science and Technology (IS&T) invites you to the Second European Conference on Color in Graphics, Imaging and Vision (CGIV 2004), to be held at the technology center AGIT in Aachen, Germany, April 5-8, 2004. The conference is the second in a new cycle of IS&T European conferences on a wide range of topics related to color, visual information and industrial applications of color technology. Detailed information is given under www.imaging.org/conferences and in the Call for Papers attached. If you are planning to contribute with recent results on your work in the field of color, please notice the deadline for submission of your abstract: September 15, 2003. Guidelines for authors are given under www.imaging.org/conferences again. Included in the conference will be the Sixth International Symposium on Multispectral Color Science. Submission of papers to this Symposium uses the same process of papers submitted to CGIV 2004 with the deadline given above (sees also invitation MSC 04 attached). The leading experts of all over the world are expecting your contributions! Organizing Committee: Bernhard Hill; University of Aachen, Germany (General Chair), Graham Finlayson; The University of East Anglia, Great Britain (Program Chair) Alain Tremeau; University of Saint-Etienne, France (Program Chair) Patrick Herzog; University of Aachen, Germany Olivier Colot; University of Science and Technology, Lille, France Stefan Brues; University of Wuppertal, Germany Sabine S?sstrunk; EPFL Lausanne, Switzerland Eggert Jung; NexPress GmbH, Germany Frank Rochow; LMT Lichtmesstechnik GmbH, Germany Christine Fernandez-Maloigne; University of Poitiers, France Jaume Pujol Ramo; University Polytechnica of Catalunya, Spain Karl Heinz Franke; University of Ilmenau, Germany Hendrik B?ring; University of Aachen, Germany IS&T Representation Ren? DeKeyzer; Agfa Gevaert Group, Belgium Brigitte Winnepenninckx; Agfa Gevaert Group, Belgium Technical Program Committee Joaquin C. Acosta CSIC, Spain Jan Allebach Purdue University, USA Roy Berns RIT, Rochester Mark Drew Simon Fraser University, Canada Elena Fedorovskaya Kodak, USA Christine Fernandez-Maloigne, Univ. of Poitiers, France Theo Gevers Univ. of Amsterdam, the Netherlands Yeong-Ho Ha Kyungpook National University, Republic of Korea Patrick Herzog University of Aachen, Germany Nayoya Katoh SONY, Japan Jim King Adobe, USA Reiner Lenz Linkoeping University, Sweden Marcel Lucassen TNO, The Netherlands Lindsay MacDonald Univ. of Derby, England Marc Mahy AGFA-Gevaert, Belgium John McCann McCann Imaging, USA Gary Meyer University of Minnesota, USA Yoichi Miyake Chiba University, Japan Jussi Parkkinen University of Joensuu, Finnland Dietrich Paulus University of Koblenz, Germany Maria Petrou University of Surrey, UK Werner Purgathofer Vienna University of Technology, Austria Stephen Sangwine University of Essex, UK Raimondo Schettini Universita` degli Studi di Milano-Bicocca, Italy Prof. Shiro Usui Toyohashi University, Japan Hedva Spitzer University of Tel Aviv, Israel Sabine S?sstrunk EPFL, Switzerland Ingeborg Tastl Hewlett Packard, USA Shoij Tominaga Osaka Electro-Comm. Univ., Japan Jean P. Van de Capelle Xerox, USA Fran?oise Vi?not Museum National d'Histoire Naturelle, France Klaus Witt DfwG Berlin, Germany ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- ___________________________________________________ Sabine Susstrunk Assistant Professor Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (EPFL) Laboratory for Audiovisual Communications (LCAV) School of Computer and Communication Sciences (I&C) Ecublens - INR 140 CH-1015 Lausanne Switzerland Phone: +41 (0)21 693 66 64 (Secr. +41 (0)21 693 56 34) Fax: +41 (0)21 693 43 12 e-mail: sabine.susstrunk@epfl.ch web: ivrgwww.epfl.ch From a.t.smith at rhul.ac.uk Mon Jul 14 12:34:08 2003 From: a.t.smith at rhul.ac.uk (Andy Smith) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] postdoc - fMRI, Royal Holloway, London Message-ID: Royal Holloway, University of London Postdoctoral Research Assistant: Vision and Functional Imaging Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position for up to three years commencing on or soon after 1 October 2003. The post is funded by The Wellcome Trust and involves functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) of the healthy human brain. The project involves an investigation of the properties of the V5/MT complex and will exploit Royal Holloway's new, research-dedicated 3T MR scanner. Applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant subject (neuroscience, psychology, computing, etc.). Experience in MRI work is desirable but not essential; good computer skills will be an advantage. The appointment will be made on the RA 1A or RA II scale. Starting salary will be up to ?27,585 per annum inclusive of London Allowance, depending on age and experience. Further details and an application form are available from the Personnel Department, Royal Holloway, University of London, Egham, Surrey TW20 0EX; tel: +44 1784 414241; +44 1784 473527; email: sue.clarke@rhul.ac.uk Please quote the reference xx/xxxx. Informal enquiries should be addressed to Prof. Andy Smith (Email: a.t.smith@rhul.ac.uk). The closing date for the receipt of applications is 11th August 2003. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030714/5aa6c2b6/attachment.html From yaoda at wjh.harvard.edu Tue Jul 15 22:37:01 2003 From: yaoda at wjh.harvard.edu (Yaoda Xu) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Reminder for OPAM submission Message-ID: <3F14E26E.9070306@wjh.harvard.edu> O P A M (Object Perception, Attention & Memory) Thursday, November 6 Vancouver, Canada Submission is now open for this year's OPAM work shop This is just a quick reminder that we are now accepting submissions for this year's OPAM in Vancouver. (The deadline for submissions is July 31.) Please remember to register after submitting your abstract. The early registration deadline is October 15. We now have the ability to accept credit card payments via PayPal, which will hopefully make the registration process more convenient (especially for our foreign attendees). Simply direct your web browser to www.opam.net to submit/register. (Note: Our web page may not display properly in older browsers.) Please forward this message to anyone not on our mailing list who may be interested in presenting at OPAM. ********************************************************************* What is OPAM? OPAM is a conference dedicated to issues in object perception, attention (now officially part of the name of the conference!), memory and other areas of visual cognition. It takes place, each year, on the first day of the meeting of the Psychonomic Society. OPAM is intended as a forum primarily for scientists early in their careers, such as graduate students or post docs. It represents an excellent opportunity to present one's work to a large audience mainly drawn from the Psychonomics community. Research may be presented as either a talk or a poster. We would strongly like to encourage submissions from anyone who does not yet have the opportunity to present at Psychonomics. We would furthermore like to emphasize that the conference embraces a diversity of approaches to the study of object perception and memory. Such approaches can include, for example, psychophysics, developmental psychology, or neuroscience. We are honored to announce that our keynote speaker for this year will be Dr. Elizabeth Spelke. The organizers for this year's OPAM are Alejandro Lleras (alleras@psych.ubc.ca), Robert Rauschenberger (rauschen@u.arizona.edu), and Yaoda Xu (yaoda@wjh.harvard.edu). We hope to see many of you at OPAM. Thank you, Alejandro Robert Yaoda From yjiang at mail.uky.edu Fri Jul 18 09:14:00 2003 From: yjiang at mail.uky.edu (Yang Jiang) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoc position, Brain imaging Message-ID: POSTDOCTORAL POSITION IN FUNCTIONAL BRAIN IMAGING AND BEHAVIOR is available immediately in the Department of Behavioral Science, University of Kentucky College of Medicine, to investigate neural mechanisms of visual perception and memory in both younger and older adults, using cognitive neuroscience approaches including fMRI and ERPs. The candidate will have access to a state-of-the-art 64 channel EEG system, and will also work closely with researchers at the Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Spectroscopy Center, which is equipped with 3.0 T and 1.5 T MRI systems for human and small animal studies, and with researchers at the internationally renowned Sanders-Brown Aging Center. The candidate should have a PhD or equivalent in one of the following areas: cognitive psychology, neuroscience, aging, or visual psychophysics. The University is located in central Kentucky's beautiful Bluegrass region, an area known for its quality of life. Lexington is a growing community of approximately 330,000 with excellent schools, business, and recreational opportunities. Interested applicants should contact Yang Jiang, Ph.D. at yjiang@uky.edu. The University of Kentucky is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit: www.uky.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Formally, this advertisement is for the BRISTOL post, though the names and details of applicants for this post will be communicated to David Tolhurst at Cambridge, and vice versa. The project aims to understand how human observers evaluate the degree of difference between two images of natural scenes. The work involves carrying out psychophysical experiments, and developing a computational model to predict human performance. It is envisaged that the Bristol RA will obtain the relevant images and carry out the computational modelling, and the Cambridge RA will carry out the psychophysical experiments. However, this job description may be modified to a limited extent to account for the invividual interests, background, and geographical preferences of the two researchers. You will be working in close collaboration with Tom Troscianko and will hold a PhD in Visual Sciences as well as a Degree in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Biology, or Experimental Psychology. You will have knowledge of human spatial and colour vision with a PhD in a relevant field as well as experience in implementing computer models of spatial vision, understanding the calibration and use of digital cameras to recover L,M,S cone responses, and obtaining calibrated images of a variety of natural scenes. A calibrated camrera is available, together with spectral calibration equipment. The Vision Group in the Department of Experimental Psychology at the University of Bristol is a thriving entity with six permanent Faculty members and a substantial number of post-docs and post-grads. It has also founded the Cognition and Information Technology Research Centre (COGNIT) which aims to foster inter-disciplinary research - see http://cognit.psy.bris.ac.uk/ Interviews are anticipated to be held at the end of September. Grade : Grade 1A Salary : #20,311 Contact: ( Department of Experimental Psychology ) Professor T Troscianko E-mail: Tom.Troscianko@bristol.ac.uk Tel: 0117 928 8565 Closing Date : 10 September 2003 Interview Date : not set Timescale of Appointment(s) - Contract : Fixed term contract until 30 September 2006 Further details and an application form can be found at https://www.bris.ac.uk/boris/jobs/ads?ID=13371 Alternatively you can telephone (0117) 954 6947, minicom (0117) 928 8894 or E-Mail Recruitment@bris.ac.uk (stating postal address ONLY), quoting reference number 9531. The closing date for applications is 9.00am, 10 September 2003 An Equal Opportunities Employer. From norbert at cn.stir.ac.uk Fri Jul 18 09:38:45 2003 From: norbert at cn.stir.ac.uk (Norbert Krueger) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Special Session: NEXT GENERATION VISION SYSTEMS Message-ID: <3F18001E.ADF2EAE@cn.stir.ac.uk> Dear Colleagues, I would like to point you to the special session NEXT GENERATION VISION SYSTEMS to be held at the Fourth International ICSC Symposium at the ENGINEERING OF INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS (EIS 2004) For further information don't hesitate to contact me. With best regards Norbert Krueger _______________________________________________________ Special Session NEXT GENERATION VISION SYSTEMS Fourth International ICSC Symposium at the ENGINEERING OF INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS (EIS 2004) http://www.icsc-naiso.org/conferences/eis2004/index.html February 29 - March 2, 2004 at the University of Madeira, Island of Madeira, Portugal Organisers: Dr. Norbert Krueger University of Stirling Email: norbert@cn.stir.ac.uk http://www.cn.stir.ac.uk/~norbert Dr. Volker Krueger Aalborg University, Esbjerg Email: vok@cs.aue.auc.dk Dr. Florentin Woergoetter University of Stirling Stirling FK9 4LA Scotland, UK Email: worgott@cn.stir.ac.uk Abstract Vision based devices have been entering the industrial and private world more and more successfully: Face recognition systems control the access to buildings; airports and train stations are controlled by Video Surveillance devices; and cars become equipped with vision based driver assistance systems. However, the gap between human performance and the top performance of today's artificial visual systems is considerable. Especially, scene analysis in unfamiliar environments allowing for highly reliable actions is yet an outstanding quality of biological systems. The next generation of vision systems will have to show stable and reliable performance in uncontrolled environments in real time. To achieve reliability these systems need to make use of regularities in visual data. In this respect, the representation of the temporal structure of visual data as well as the fusion of visual sub-modalities are crucial. Such systems also need to be equipped with a sufficient amount of prestructured knowledge as well as the ability to deal with uncertainties and to learn in complex environments. The invited session focusses on requirements for and prospects of future vision systems. This covers all questions of visual representation and integration as well as questions of hardware and software design. Submission Deadline: 15.9.2003 Maximum number of pages: Fifteen pages (including diagrams and references) Papers (either as pdf or postscript) to be send to norbert@cn.stir.ac.uk From nr37 at nyu.edu Mon Jul 21 11:20:02 2003 From: nr37 at nyu.edu (Narciso Rosario) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Imaging Symposium Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.2.20030721131303.01f6a3a0@imap.nyu.edu> Imaging the Brain: Neurons, Networks and Behavior September 5-7, 2003 New York University Center for Neural Science Many of the most important achievements over the last decade in Neuroscience have been dependent on the development of new empirical methods, driven by interdisciplinary collaborations. Of particular significance has been the development and application of techniques for imaging brain structure and function. The conference will focus on how the use of brain imaging techniques is leading to a deeper understanding of human behavior, perception, cognition, and emotion in terms of the detailed biophysical, cellular, and molecular mechanisms of brain function. The conference will include a diverse group of research presentations on the use of imaging to study the brain at scales ranging from cortical systems to synapses. We will have an opening address by Marcus Raichle, following by four sessions: Functional organization of sensory systems, Fronto-temporal interactions in memory, Activity-dependent functional connectivity, Technological innovations. Each session will be followed by a panel discussion/debate. Confirmed Speakers Peter Basser, Richard Buxton, Hollis Cline, Mark D'Esposito, David Van Essen, Amiram Grinvald, Russell Jacobs, Fumitaka Kimura, Eleanor Maguire, Randall McIntosh, Venkatesh Murthy, Marcus Raichle, Mark Schnitzer, Daniel Silverman, Karel Svoboda, Leslie Ungerleider, Wim Vanduffel, Anthony Wagner, Brian Wandell. For registration and additional information visit: http://www.cns.nyu.edu/symposia/sympo2003.html Supported by the National Institute of Mental Health and National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030721/7c17b68d/attachment.html From r_oshea at otago.ac.nz Tue Jul 22 08:38:00 2003 From: r_oshea at otago.ac.nz (Robert P. O'Shea) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] 31st Australasian Experimental Psychology Conference, U Otago Message-ID: 31st Australasian Experimental Psychology Conference (EPC'04) 16-18 April 2004 University of Otago Dunedin New Zealand http://psy.otago.ac.nz/epc/ The 31st Australasian Experimental Psychology Conference (EPC'04) will be held at the University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand from Friday to Sunday, 16-18 April, 2004. The conference provides a forum for researchers to present work across the broad spectrum of experimental psychology. EPC'04 is hosted by the Department of Psychology and supported by the Division of Sciences at University of Otago. Please distribute this call for papers to colleagues, graduate students, and visiting scholars who may be interested in participating. Check the EPC'04 web page regularly for updates: http://psy.otago.ac.nz/epc/ ABSTRACTS (150 words) and proposals for SYMPOSIA are due FRIDAY, 30 JANUARY 2004. ABSTRACTS Abstracts for papers on research in any area of experimental psychology will be considered. Papers will consist of 20 minute presentation time plus 10 minutes for questions. Abstracts for individual papers should not exceed 150 words. Abstracts are due Friday 30 January, 2004. Details of abstract submission will be available soon. SYMPOSIA In addition to individual papers, we also encourage you to organise a symposium. If you have a topic for a symposium, please invite colleagues working in the area to submit an abstract addressing that topic. Symposia will run in 90-minute or two-hour slots. If you want to organise a symposium, please coordinate submission of papers including a 150-word abstract for the entire symposium stating its rationale, aims, and the names of proposed speakers and discussant. Please let us know as early as possible before 30 January 2004 if you are planning a symposium. CONFERENCE VENUE The conference is in a new building, the School of Business, adjacent to the Department of Psychology at the University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand. ACCOMMODATION Dunedin has a wide choice of accommodation close to the University of Otago campus. We have reserved space at St Margaret's College, a traditional university college a couple of minutes walk from the conference venue. It offers a bed in a student room and breakfast for NZ$40 per night. We look forward to welcoming you and your students to EPC 2003. Robert O'Shea and the EPC'04 Organising Committee: Brent Alsop, Jamin Halberstadt, and Janice Murray -- Cheers, Robert. Robert P. O'Shea Department of Psychology, University of Otago, PO Box 56, Dunedin, New Zealand; phone: +64 (3) 479 7617; fax: +64 (3) 479 8335; e-mail: r_oshea@otago.ac.nz; home page: EPC'04: -------------------------------- From announcements at journalofvision.org Tue Jul 22 13:16:01 2003 From: announcements at journalofvision.org (Journal of Vision) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Journal of Vision, Volume 3, Issue 5 Message-ID: <003301c35085$142de390$018ecfd8@harry> Journal of Vision Volume 3, Number 5, Pages 318 - 405 DOI 10:1167/3.5 http://www.journalofvision.org/3/5/ ISSN 1534-7362 Articles Perception of plane orientation from self-generated and passively observed optic flow Jeroen J. A. van Boxtel Mark Wexler Jacques Droulez http://journalofvision.org/3/5/1/ Adult brightness vs. luminance as models of infant photometry: Variability, biasability, and spectral characteristics for the two age groups favor the luminance model Davida Y. Teller Maria Pereverzeva Andrea L. Civan http://journalofvision.org/3/5/2/ Real-world illumination and the perception of surface reflectance properties Roland W. Fleming Ron O. Dror Edward H. Adelson http://journalofvision.org/3/5/3/ Surface color perception under two illuminants: The second illuminant reduces color constancy Joong Nam Yang Steven K. Shevell http://journalofvision.org/3/5/4/ The pattern of visual deficits in amblyopia Suzanne P. McKee Dennis M. Levi J. Anthony Movshon http://journalofvision.org/3/5/5/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030722/0d64e4d6/attachment.html From allison at cs.yorku.ca Wed Jul 23 15:56:01 2003 From: allison at cs.yorku.ca (Rob Allison) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:39 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoc, Research Assistant positions at York University, Toronto Message-ID: <3F1EFA06.2050705@cs.yorku.ca> TWO POSITIONS AT THE CENTRE FOR VISION RESEARCH, YORK UNIVERSITY, TORONTO, CANADA Two positions are available in the laboratory of Dr. Rob Allison at the York University Centre for Vision Research. We are seeking enthusiastic collaborators to participate in an interdisciplinary programme of research in the psychophysical study of human vision. Facilities of the lab include advanced graphics generators, stereoscopes, shutter glasses with fast phosphor monitors, search coil and video eye movement monitors, motion tracking devices and technology for presentation of advanced virtual environments. Areas of interest for the laboratory include depth perception especially stereopsis, eye movements, perception of self-motion, and applications to telepresence and virtual reality. The York Centre for Vision Research is an interdisciplinary centre spanning the laboratories of 23 faculty members in the Departments of Psychology, Computer Science, Biology and Philosophy (see www.cvr.yorku.ca ). Members pursue fundamental and applied research in visual, vestibular and auditory perception, eye-movements, computer vision, virtual reality and robotics. Applicants for these positions should send their c.v., selected reprints and the names of 3 referees to: Robert Allison Department of Computer Science York University 4700 Keele Street Toronto, ON Canada M3J 1P3 Fax: (416) 736-5872 email: allison@cs.yorku.ca 1. Post-doctoral fellowship in depth perception The project is funded by the Premier?s Research Excellence program. The initial appointment is for a period of one year with possible renewal for an additional year. The salary is consistent with current MRC/NSERC standards and will be adjusted according to the candidate?s level of experience. The candidate should have a PhD in the visual sciences and background in visual psychophysics, experimental psychology or computational modeling of human vision. The post-doctoral fellow will design, conduct and analyse experiments that aim to identify basic perceptual mechanisms for perceiving the three-dimensional layout of the environment. The candidate should have excellent quantitative and analytical skills and experience conducting behavioural experiments. The project will study will study mechanisms of depth cue combination. Efforts in computer vision and the modeling of neural processing have demonstrated how difficult it can be to reconcile and ?fuse? varied and often conflicting sensory information. We will focus on cue integration in depth perception particularly under conditions of surface transparency and occlusion. A secondary goal for the project will be to explore these issues in a state of the art head-mounted augmented reality display. In many augmented reality or heads-up display applications, monocular images are superimposed upon stereoscopic images, which may differ in portrayed slant or curvature. We plan to explore under what conditions the disparate surface captures and combines with the superimposed texture and under what circumstances transparency occurs. The successful applicant will be encouraged to pursue their own research goals and to interact with the other members of the Centre for Vision Research. 2. Research assistant/associate A pre- or post-doctoral research associate is sought to study perceptual human factors issues in simulation and virtual environments. The initial contract will be for a period of one year with possibility of renewal. Salary will be commensurate with experience. The candidate should have experience in the design of immersive of virtual environments or in applied experimental psychology. The successful candidate will join a team of computer and behavioural scientists in an interdisciplinary effort to study human visual perception in advanced virtual environments. From lylegray at tiscali.co.uk Fri Jul 25 09:02:01 2003 From: lylegray at tiscali.co.uk (Lyle Gray) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Professor/Reader in Vision Sciences, Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland Message-ID: <000601c3527e$f913b0c0$4183a8c0@lgray> CENTRE FOR VISION IN HEALTH READER - SALARY UK pounds sterling 30,660 - 39,958 PROFESSOR - SALARY UK pounds sterling 43,968 - ?46,419 Post No. P5182 Building on the foundation of 10 years of multi-disciplinary vision research and the achievement of a 4 rating in the 2001 RAE, we are seeking individuals keen to contribute to the development of an internationally recognised centre of excellence in vision sciences and the achievement of a 5 rating at the next RAE. You will have a PhD or MD, an outstanding record of research in an area of Vision Sciences together with appropriate membership of international research organisations in vision science and/or registration as an optometrist within the General Optical Council. The research activities of the Centre will focus on the strategic priorities in the West of Scotland including social inclusion through the enhancement of lifestyle in those with visual impairment, multiple disabilities and the ageing population. Economic development will be promoted through studies of work efficiency and enhanced visual performance as well as through promotion of economic independence in disabled groups through amelioration of dysfunction in chronic ocular disease and oculomotor disorders. Informal enquiries can be made to Professor Tomlinson, Head of Vision Sciences, e-mail: A.Tomlison@gcal.ac.uk, tel: - 0141 331 3380. "Glasgow Caledonian University is committed to being an equal opportunities employer" CLOSING DATE- Friday 8 August 2003 All relevant information regarding the above position and an Application Form can be obtained from our website at www.gcal.ac.uk/hr/vacancies.html or the Human Resources Department, Glasgow Caledonian University, 70 Cowcaddens Road, Glasgow, G4 OBA. (Tel: 0141 331 8890, Fax: 0141 331 8868 or E-mail C.Robertson@gcal.ac.uk). Please note CVs will not be accepted for any post. Dr Lyle S Gray PhD BSc MCOptom Senior Lecturer & Postgraduate Tutor Department of Vision Sciences Glasgow Caledonian University Cowcaddens Road Glasgow G4 0BA Tel +44 141 331 3391 Fax +44 141 331 3387 e-mail lsgr@gcal.ac.uk -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Simply direct your web browser to www.opam.net to submit/register. (Note: Our web page may not display properly in older browsers.) Please forward this message to anyone not on our mailing list who may be interested in presenting at OPAM. ********************************************************************* What is OPAM? OPAM is a conference dedicated to issues in object perception, attention (now officially part of the name of the conference!), memory and other areas of visual cognition. It takes place, each year, on the first day of the meeting of the Psychonomic Society. OPAM is intended as a forum primarily for scientists early in their careers, such as graduate students or post docs. It represents an excellent opportunity to present one's work to a large audience mainly drawn from the Psychonomics community. Research may be presented as either a talk or a poster. We would strongly like to encourage submissions from anyone who does not yet have the opportunity to present at Psychonomics. We would furthermore like to emphasize that the conference embraces a diversity of approaches to the study of object perception and memory. Such approaches can include, for example, psychophysics, developmental psychology, or neuroscience. We are honored to announce that our keynote speaker for this year will be Dr. Elizabeth Spelke. The organizers for this year's OPAM are Alejandro Lleras (alleras@psych.ubc.ca), Robert Rauschenberger (rauschen@u.arizona.edu), and Yaoda Xu (yaoda@wjh.harvard.edu). We hope to see many of you at OPAM. Thank you, Alejandro Robert Yaoda From dchakraborty at mail.magee.edu Tue Jul 29 16:09:01 2003 From: dchakraborty at mail.magee.edu (Chakraborty, Dev) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] 2004 SPIE Medical Imaging Meeting: Image Perception, Observer Per formance and Technology Assessment Conference Message-ID: <82048E52C25AD411895C00805FBB70BF0CA1E0B7@MWHM_XCHANGE_NT> Skipped content of type multipart/alternative-------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: MI06sc.pdf Type: application/octet-stream Size: 34039 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030729/657c0521/MI06sc.obj From U.Castiello at rhul.ac.uk Wed Jul 30 09:18:01 2003 From: U.Castiello at rhul.ac.uk (Castiello U) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Reminder Symposium on Shadows. WEB Page has been activated Message-ID: <0580F806F396E546B6505E66431AB143011CC382@exch7.rhul.ac.uk> The Laboratorio di Scienze Cognitive and the Dipartimento di Scienze della Cognizione e della Formazione - University of Trento announce the symposium: "SHADOWS: FROM ART TO NEUROSCIENCES" Organised by Umberto Castiello and Daniel Kersten A Symposium held at the MART (Modern Art Museum of Rovereto and Trento) in Rovereto, Trento, Italy. Dear Colleagues, We invite you to attend the symposium "Shadows: from art to neurosciences" which will take place on the 8th of November 2003 in Rovereto (Trento, Italy). This symposium aims to bring together art historians, experimental psychologists and neuroscientists to discuss issues concerned with the use and investigation of shadows in a diversity of fields such as visual perception, history of art, cinema, photography and neurosciences. The Symposium will be held at the new Museum of Modern Art in Rovereto (Trento), Italy (). Four keynote speakers from multidisciplinary backgrounds will present issues of mutual interest related to the theoretical theme of shadow perception: Daniel Kersten, Professor of Psychology, University of Minnesota, USA. David Perrett, Professor of Psychology, University of St. Andrews, Scotland. Victor Stoichita, Professor of History of Modern and Contemporary Art, University of Freibourg, Switzerland. Carlo Alberto Zotti Minici, Professor of Media Arts, University of Padua, Italy. Participants are encouraged to submit proposals for the Poster presentation session, which we believe will be a central and exciting feature of the symposium. Please note that poster topics must be focused on the main theme of the meeting and targeted to a wider audience. Submitted proposals will be reviewed. Posters will be available for viewing throughout the day and especially during the refreshment and lunch breaks. Formal Poster Sessions will take place between 13.00-14.30 and between 17.30-18.30. Poster proposal submission should be sent to Umberto Castiello (u.castiello@rhul.ac.uk) and Daniel Kersten (kersten@umn.edu ). No participation fee is required. DEADLINE FOR POSTER SUBMISSION August 30th, 2003 We look forward to meeting you at the symposium and to receiving your poster submission. Information concerned with programme, registration, guidelines for poster submission, accommodation, travel and a flyer describing the symposium, can be found from the symposium website: www.unitn.it/convegni/neuroscienze.htm . Simultaneous translation will also be provided (two lectures will be in Italian and two lectures will be in English). If you have any further queries regarding registration, poster presentation, accommodation and travel arrangements please do not hesitate to contact Mrs. Daniela Selvatico (selvatico@form.unitn.it ). Best wishes, Umberto Castiello & Daniel Kersten From seniorc at mail.nih.gov Wed Jul 30 13:14:00 2003 From: seniorc at mail.nih.gov (Carl Senior) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] First Call for Abstracts: fMRI Experience VI 2004 Message-ID: It is with great pleasure that we would like to announce the first call for abstracts and registration for the The 'fMRI Experience VI' Conference To be held 6th-9th May 2004 Hotel Casa Grande, Guaruja Sao Paulo, Brazil. Confirmed speakers so far include: Professor Jim Haxby, Professor Nikos Logothetis, Dr Peter Bandettini, Dr Elliot Stein, Professor Mary Phillips, Dr Jorge Moll, Professor Mick Brammer, Professor Steven Williams, Dr Vincent Giampietro, Professor Rainer Goebel, Professor Miguel Nicolelis, Professor Philip McGuire, Dr Derek Jones, Professor Randy McIntosh, Professor Ricardo Gattass, The four days will consist of teaching sessions led by world-renowned experts in the field on basic principles and advanced topics in fMRI, in combination with student presentations. Students will have the opportunity to present their new research, both in-progress and recently completed projects. As students contribute greatly to research projects and yet rarely have the opportunity to make oral presentations at international meetings, we have aimed to provide them with this opportunity, although there will also be poster presentations scheduled. This year the organizing committee is pleased to offer a number of formal workshops, including a course on the Brain Voyager software (led by Professor Goebel) which will be held on the last day of the meeting. There is no charge for registered delegates to attend these courses however, due to space constraints, delegates will have to register to attend a particular course via the conference WWW site. Further details about the 'fMRI Experience' conference series, including this years registration and abstract submission information (deadline : 1st Feb 2004) can be found on the conference WWW site (www.fmriexp.com). Further questions can be directed to Tamara Russell (t.russell@iop.kcl.ac.uk) or Carl Senior (seniorc@mail.nih.gov). The organizing committee 2004 Edson Amaro Jr, University of Sao Paulo, Brazil. Draulio B. de Araujo, University of Sao Paulo, Brazil. Luiz Guilherme Lutterbach, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Dora Ventura, University of Sao Paulo, Brazil. Silvia Arcuri, University of Sao Paulo, Brazil. Cynthia Fu, Institute of Psychiatry & Kings College London, UK. Tamara Russell, Institute of Psychiatry & Kings College London, UK. Carl Senior, National Institutes of Health, USA. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030730/eb12f652/attachment.html From nmcbrien at mail.optometry.unimelb.edu.au Fri Aug 1 09:15:01 2003 From: nmcbrien at mail.optometry.unimelb.edu.au (Neville McBrien) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Tenured Positions - Optometry and Vision Sciences, University of Melbourne Message-ID: <995100263nmcbrien@mail.optometry.unimelb.edu.au> LECTURER and SENIOR LECTURER POSITIONS DEPARTMENT OF OPTOMETRY & VISION SCIENCES The University of Melbourne is an internationally recognised teaching and research institution. Commitment to excellence is demonstrated by innovative academic programs and its record as Australia?s largest recipient of competitive research funding. The Department of Optometry and Vision Sciences has an international reputation for research and is co-located in the same building as the National Vision Research Institute and Clinical Vision Research Australia and shares resources. This research complex houses Australia's highest concentration of basic and clinical vision research laboratories with active programs in the areas of ocular disease, ocular growth and refractive development, retinal cell biology, visual neuroscience and contact lenses. The Positions: You will be required to take on responsibility for teaching duties in the B.Optom course and B.Sc. in Vision Sciences. You will be expected to maintain an active research program supported by external research funding. Research establishment funds will be available in the first instance. The Person: You will have a Ph.D. in clinical or basic vision sciences and a proven track record of postdoctoral research. Ideally you will have an optometric qualification that will enable you to be licensed to practice in Australia, although candidates with a strong background in the vision sciences are also encouraged to apply. A demonstrated commitment to quality teaching and a capacity to sustain an externally funded research programme are required for these positions. Applicants for the Senior Lecturer position would be expected to have an established international research track record and proven success in attracting research funding. Candidates with research expertise which complements the existing research strengths in the Melbourne Optometry research complex may be preferred as would candidates with teaching experience in optics; contact lenses or ocular immunology/microbiology. The Benefits: Salary $56,602 - $67,214 p.a. (Lecturer Level B); $69,337 - $79,951 p.a. (Senior Lecturer Level C) plus employer superannuation contributions of 17 percent. Employment Type: These are full-time (continuing) positions. Contact: Professor Neville McBrien, Head of Department, tel. +61 3 8344 7001, fax + 61 3 9349 7474, email n.mcbrien@optometry.unimelb.edu.au for further information. Position descriptions can be downloaded from the University?s job vacancies website http://www.hr.unimelb.edu.au/jobs/ Closing Date: 15 September 2003 Send applications to: Vice-Principal (Human Resources), The University of Melbourne, Victoria, 3010; fax +61 3 8344 6080 or email hr-applications@unimelb.edu.au by the closing date. Applicants must address the selection criteria and provide a detailed curriculum vita by the closing date. Please quote position number Y0008532 for the Lecturer position and Y0013054 for the Senior Lecturer position, and include the names, phone, facsimile numbers and email addresses of three professional referees in your application. From krichmar at nsi.edu Sat Aug 2 11:35:00 2003 From: krichmar at nsi.edu (Jeff Krichmar) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoctoral Position in Machine Psychology and Brain-Based Devices Message-ID: <000a01c3589e$3356cef0$6fb985c6@DHYSPR11> POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP The Neurosciences Institute, located in San Diego, California, invites applications for a POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP to study biologically based models of the nervous system using behaving brain-based devices or robots. To extend previous research conducted at the Institute, the Fellow will focus on the construction of autonomous brain-based devices, on the design of simulated models of large-scale neuronal networks that are capable of guiding behavior in the real world, and on developing methods for the simultaneous analysis of neural and behavioral states. Applicants should have a background in one or more of the following disciplines: computational neuroscience, robotics, computer science, behavioral science, or cognitive science. Fellows will receive stipends appropriate to their qualifications and experience. Submit a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and names of three references to: Dr. Jeffrey L. Krichmar The Neurosciences Institute 10640 John Jay Hopkins Drive San Diego, California 92121 Email: krichmar@nsi.edu Fax: 858-626-2099 For a description of the project, refer to http://www.nsi.edu/nomad/ or Krichmar and Edelman, (2002)"Machine Psychology: Autonomous Behavior, Perceptual Categorization and Conditioning in a Brain-Based Device", Cerebral Cortex 12:818-830, http://www.nsi.edu/nomad/jlk_gme_cereb_cortex_2002.pdf. For a description of The Neurosciences Institute, refer to http://www.nsi.edu. From announcements at journalofvision.org Tue Aug 5 21:11:01 2003 From: announcements at journalofvision.org (Journal of Vision) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Journal of Vision, Volume 3, Issue 6 Message-ID: <001501c35bc8$4e74cc50$020100c0@datajov> Journal of Vision Volume 3, Number 6, Pages 406 - 455 DOI 10:1167/3.6 http://www.journalofvision.org/3/6/ ISSN 1534-7362 Articles Flicker flutter: Is an illusory event as good as the real thing? Tracey D. Berger Marialuisa Martelli Denis G. Pelli http://journalofvision.org/3/6/1/ Bootstrapped learning of novel objects Mark J. Brady Daniel Kersten http://journalofvision.org/3/6/2/ Temporal dynamics of early light adaptation Joel Pokorny Vincent C. W. Sun Vivianne C. Smith http://journalofvision.org/3/6/3/ Pattern-onset stimulation boosts central multifocal VEP responses Michael B. Hoffmann Sirko Straube Michael Bach http://journalofvision.org/3/6/4/ Is it an animal? Is it a human face? Fast processing in upright and inverted natural scenes Guillaume A. Rousselet Marc J.-M. Mac? Mich?le Fabre-Thorpe http://journalofvision.org/3/6/5/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030805/658efdc3/attachment.html From michele at cvs.rochester.edu Thu Aug 7 09:17:01 2003 From: michele at cvs.rochester.edu (Michele Schultz) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Job Position Available Message-ID: The Center for Visual Science at the University of Rochester is seeking a senior programmer to develop software for research in visual science. The position involves working with faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students on the development of novel and sophisticated instruments to study the eye and brain (for example, see www.cvs.rochester.edu/williamslab). Familiarity with Macintosh operating systems, Matlab, C++, mathematics, engineering, and real time control of scientific instruments is desirable. The successful candidate will have considerable independence, working in a vigorous and exciting research environment. Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Please send applications or queries about the position to Deborah Shannon. (debbie@cvs.rochester.edu). -- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Michele Schultz email: michele@cvs.rochester.edu Center for Visual Science phone: 585 275 8659 University of Rochester fax: 585 271 3043 Meliora Hall 274 Rochester NY 14627-0270 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ From DDabor at ny.hodes.com Sun Aug 10 21:03:00 2003 From: DDabor at ny.hodes.com (Darlinda Dabor) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Job posting Message-ID: <9D5A908C2F5BD311A5B3009027858F521165E13B@bhamail.hodes.com> > PROFESSORS (Assistant/Associate rank) > DEPARTMENT OF COGNITIVE SCIENCE > > > The Cognitive Science Department of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) > anticipates an opening beginning in Fall 2004, at the assistant/associate > rank. We are seeking candidates who have a Ph.D. in Cognitive Science or > one of its contributing disciplines (i.e., AI/Computer Science, > Psychology, Education/Educational Technology, Philosophy/Logic or > Linguistics). > > The Cognitive Science Department at RPI specializes in four areas: Machine > & Human Reasoning, Computational Cognitive Modeling, Cognitive > Engineering, and Perception & Action. The ideal candidate will bridge two > of these areas or one of these and a supporting area (e.g., AI/Natural > Language Processing, Educational Psychology/Technology, and Cognitive > Neuroscience). Joint appointments with the Department of Computer Science, > and/or the Department of Decision Sciences and Engineering Systems, are > possible. > > A record of (or strong potential for) external funding is expected and > evidence of teaching skills and multi-disciplinary interests is highly > desirable. Rank is at the assistant/associate level. > > RPI, the oldest technological university in the U.S., is located in > historic Troy, NY, in the Hudson River Valley, approximately 5 miles N of > Albany, NY. It is 3-hrs south of Montreal, 2.5-hrs west of Boston and > 2-hrs north of New York City, to which Amtrak runs on high-speed track. > The Albany area is notable for many things, including its affordable > housing, cultural events (e.g. the famed Saratoga Performing Arts Center) > and proximity to outdoor recreation (e.g. hiking/skiing in the Adirondack, > White, Green and Berkshire Mountains). > > The Cognitive Science Department is a new department that anticipates > taking its first class of doctoral students in the Fall of 2003. > Department faculty have excellent ties with faculty in the human-computer > interaction programs, decision sciences, and computer science. Labs that > bridge department boundaries encourage these ties. > > Applications will be evaluated staring on November 1, 2003 and will > continue until a suitable candidate is found. Interested individuals > should send a vitae, three letters of recommendation, a brief statement of > research and teaching interests, and copies of relevant preprints/reprints > to: Cognitive Search Committee, c/o Wayne D. Gray - Chair, Rensselaer > Polytechnic Institute, Carnegie Bldg., 110 8th Street, Troy, NY 12180-3590 > > If you have questions, please contact Selmer Bringsjord - > (selmer@rpi.edu), Department Chair, or Wayne D. Gray - (grayw@rpi.edu), > Search Chair. > > Rensselaer is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Women and > Minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. > From g.rees at fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk Tue Aug 12 17:44:00 2003 From: g.rees at fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk (Geraint Rees) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] ASSC8 Call for Symposia and Tutorial proposals Message-ID: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CALL FOR SYMPOSIA & TUTORIAL PROPOSALS ASSOCIATION FOR THE SCIENTIFIC STUDY OF CONSCIOUSNESS 8TH ANNUAL MEETING University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium. June 25 - June 28, 2004 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The eighth annual meeting of the Association for the Scientific Study of Consciousness will be held from June 25th to June 28th, 2004, at the University of Antwerp in Antwerp, Belgium. Previously the home of the Flemish master Rubens and the world's leading diamond trading centre with beautiful 16th and 17th century architecture, Antwerp is now one of Europe's hippest and most fashionable cities (see http://www.trabel.com/antwerp.htm for tourist details). This is a call for symposia and the first call for tutorial proposals; a call for submissions and registration will be circulated at a later date. ASSC8 is intended to promote interdisciplinary dialogue in the scientific study of consciousness. This year, for the first time, ASSC members are invited to submit proposals for symposia relevant to the overall goal of the conference Both members and non-members are also invited to submit proposals for tutorials. Symposia will address current empirical and theoretical issues in the study of consciousness, from the perspectives of philosophy, neuroscience, psychology, computer science, and cognitive ethology. ASSC8 will provide an excellent opportunity for the presentation of new empirical findings or novel theoretical perspectives in an atmosphere that will promote discussion and debate. For latest updates, please check the conference website: http://homepages.vub.ac.be/~emyin/ASSC8.html The web site will be continually evolving, so please visit often for updated information. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CALL FOR SYMPOSIA PROPOSALS SUBMISSIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 22nd September 2003 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Program committee invites proposals from ASSC members for symposia on any topic relevant to the scientific study of consciousness. Non-members are also encouraged to propose symposia but the proposer will be required to join ASSC if the proposal is accepted (see http://www.assc.caltech.edu for membership details; USD30 per annum for full members). Symposia will typically have three or four speakers (plus Chair if not speaking). Only the proposer need be an ASSC member. Each symposium is 2 hours long, and the Chair is limited to 15 minutes either at the beginning or end. Symposium/talks should be spread over topics in consciousness studies, paying close attention to areas that may have been overlooked last year or in previous years (see http://assc.caltech.edu/conferences.html for previous programs). Accepted symposia will be subject to compensation for travel expenses, registration fees will be waived, and participants will be offered local accommodation by the conference organizers Since ASSC aims to cover general issues of interest to consciousness research in both breadth and depth, proposals may include multiple theoretical perspectives and/or multiple methodologies. The Program Committee may recommend changes in speakers to achieve program balance. Send the proposal along with the following to Geraint Rees via email (g.rees@fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk) as soon as possible but no later than 22nd September 2003. The submission should include: 1. Chair's address with affiliation, email and phone number. 2. Draft of the proposed symposium program with title. 3. Summary of symposium, limit 150 words, for use in printed material. 4. List of Speakers, affiliations, email and mailing addresses (Chairs should have prior agreement from Speakers). 5. Time allotted for each talk. Include time for discussion and questions. 6. Summary or abstract of each individual talk, limit 150 words. 7. Audio/Visual requirements for each talk. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CALL FOR TUTORIAL PROPOSALS TUTORIAL PROPOSALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 31st January 2004 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- As in previous years, this notice is also intended as a first call for tutorial presenters. One of the aims of this meeting is to allow researchers to gain a background in areas that they may know little about. Towards that end a number of tutorials are planned. Some participants in the conference would be very interested in learning about technical matters such as fMRI or other important brain imaging techniques. Others might enjoy a seminar on a philosophical topic, or a tutorial on relevant matters in cognitive psychology or linguistics. Tutorial presenters are expected not to present just only their own material, but to give a broader tutorial overview and encourage discussion and debate. A non-exclusive list of possible topics might include: - Brain imaging techniques (e.g. fMRI, EEG, MEG, ERP) - Blindsight, neglect, or other neuropsychological syndromes - Computational & other theoretical models of conscious processes - Conscious and unconscious processing - Neural basis of attention and consciousness - Current models of the visual system - Consciousness and metacognition - Criteria for the ascription of consciousness - Philosophical issues concerning consciousness and representation - Phenomenological methods for investigating consciousness Tutorials will be held in parallel sessions on the morning and afternoon of June 25th 2004. Each tutorial is intended to last approximately three hours. The sizes of tutorials will vary between a minimum of 10 to a maximum of around 25 attendees. Tutorial presenters will receive an honorarium of 500 Euros and their registration fee for the conference will be waived. The cost of attending tutorials will be 50 Euros. Tutorials that do not achieve the minimum enrollment of 10 people will not be offered. Send the tutorial proposal along with the following to Susana Martinez-Conde (smart@neuralcorrelate.com) as soon as possible but no later than 31st January 2004. 1. Tutorial presenters address with affiliation, email and phone number. 2. Draft timetable for the proposed tutorial with title. 3. Summary or abstract of the tutorial, limit 250 words. 4. Audio/Visual requirements. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- REGISTRATION & CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The call for submissions (talks or poster presentations) will be sent out at a later date, together with details of registration. As in previous years, discounted registration will be available to ASSC members, who will also enjoy a range of book discounts and other member benefits. The registration discount will be greater than the cost of membership, so prospective members are encouraged to join ASSC now! To find out more about the Association for the Scientific Study of Consciousness, and to apply for membership, please consult: http://assc.caltech.edu/ The ASSC publishes two scientific journals about which further information is available from the following websites: Consciousness & Cognition: http://www.apnet.com/www/journal/cc.htm PSYCHE: http://psyche.cs.monash.edu.au/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- ASSC8 Scientific Program Committee: Tim Bayne, Axel Cleeremans, Susana Martinez-Conde, Steven Laureys, Erik Myin (Chair), Jean Petitot, Geraint Rees, Patrick Wilken --------------------------------------------------------------------------- From leigh at duke.edu Tue Aug 19 12:18:02 2003 From: leigh at duke.edu (Leigh Anne Couch) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Positions in Cognitive Neuroscience, Duke University Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.2.20030819140753.00ab2258@mail-le.acpub.duke.edu> Cognitive Neuroscience Duke University The Center for Cognitive Neuroscience at Duke University seeks applications for two open rank faculty positions. One appointment will be in the general area of cognitive neuropsychology, emphasizing behavioral neurology and patient related brain imaging; the other will be in the broad area of computational neuroscience. The interests of applicants for the latter position might include, but are not limited to, vision, audition, linguistics, or neural network modeling. The major criterion for both appointments will be exceptional promise for developing an especially imaginative research program in cognitive neuroscience. The successful candidates will hold appointments in an appropriate university department, and will participate in both undergraduate and graduate education. Available research facilities include 1.5T and 4T GE MRI scanners dedicated to neuroimaging research, state of the art ERP facilities, and extensive facilities for human psychophysics. Nearby patient facilities include Duke Hospital and the adjacent Durham VA Hospital. Candidates should submit a statement of research and teaching interests, a curriculum vita, representative publications, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Dale Purves, Director, Center for Cognitive Neuroscience, Box 90999, Duke University, Durham, NC 27708 (for courier use LSRC Bldg. Rm B203, Tel: 919-668-2512); Fax: 919-681-0815, (http://www.mind.duke.edu) Applications received by December 1, 2003 will be guaranteed consideration. Duke University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Leigh Anne Couch Associate in Research Center for Cognitive Neuroscience B203 Levine Science Research Center Box 90999 Duke University Durham, NC 27708-0999 919.668.2512 FAX 919.681.0815 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030819/6e0bb487/attachment.html From vpf3 at columbia.edu Tue Aug 19 13:37:00 2003 From: vpf3 at columbia.edu (Vincent P. Ferrera) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Physiology Post-doc References: <5.1.0.14.2.20030819140753.00ab2258@mail-le.acpub.duke.edu> Message-ID: <3F427B6F.DE77434E@columbia.edu> A Postdoctoral Position in Visual and Oculomotor Neurophysiology is available in the laboratory of Vincent Ferrera, Center for Neurobiology and Behavior, Columbia University, New York City. Areas of interest include motion processing, attention, working memory, and decision-making. Approaches include multi-electrode recording, microstimulation, and pharmacological inactivation in behaving primates, as well as human psychophysics. Opportunity to participate in on-going collaborations with fMRI Research Center http://www.fMRI.org Candidates should have a strong quantitative background and a Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Psychology or a related field. Expertise with Matlab is essential, and C/C++ highly desirable. The laboratory is located in the brand new Keck-Mahoney Center for Brain and Behavior Research at the Health Sciences Campus of Columbia University in Northern Manhattan. We share a floor with 5 other groups also working on issues of systems neuroscience with diverse interests ranging over early vision, attentional mechanisms, oculomotor control, emotional circuitry and computational neurobiology. Our Center is particularly committed to maintaining a strongly interactive and collaborative atmosphere amongst the different laboratories. Please send inquiries or CVs plus the names of 3 references to: Vincent Ferrera (vpf3@columbia.edu). Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. From wyatt at sunyopt.edu Tue Aug 19 15:40:01 2003 From: wyatt at sunyopt.edu (Harry Wyatt) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoctoral Fellowship at SUNY Optometry in NYC -- Pupil and Optic Neuropathy Message-ID: POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW sought at State U of NY State College of Optometry to participate in an NEI-supported project studying the pupil as a tool for assessing damage to the visual pathway, with particular emphasis on glaucoma. PI: Harry Wyatt; Co-Investigator: William Swanson. Stipend will be paid through the Research Foundation of SUNY. Candidate should have a Ph.D. in a science relating to the project, strong knowledge of vision sciences, and at least a basic knowledge of programming. Project will involve working with human subjects (normal subjects and patients). English language skills are necessary. This fellowship affords the opportunity to interact with a faculty with diverse interests in areas relating to vision. The State College of Optometry is located across the street from the main public library and Bryant Park in Manhattan. In addition to educational and research programs, it houses a large vision care clinic. Further information at http://www.sunyopt.edu/ Applicants should send a CV and contact information of three references to: Harry J. Wyatt, Ph.D. Biological Sciences SUNY College of Optometry 33 West 42nd St New York, NY 10036 USA voice: 212-780-5163 fax: 212-780-5174 email: wyatt@sunyopt.edu Investigators: http://www.sunyopt.edu/research/wyatt.shtml http://www.sunyopt.edu/research/swanson.shtml From J.Harris at newcastle.ac.uk Thu Aug 21 10:04:00 2003 From: J.Harris at newcastle.ac.uk (Julie Harris) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Lectureships: Newcastle, UK Message-ID: Lectureships, School of Biology (Psychology), ?22,191- ?33,679 per annum Applications for two lectureships are invited from individuals who are currently BPS accredited, or who are eligible for BPS accreditation. We have one of the few Psychology units in the UK to have scored the highest ratings in both research (RAE 2001 5*) and teaching (QAA Subject Review 24/24 points), and have recently won large-scale infrastructure support for our laboratories, through the Wellcome Trust Joint Infrastructure Fund. We are now seeking to strengthen our prestigious position further. Within the unit, existing research is particularly strong in visual neuroscience, visual psychophysics, evolutionary psychology and behaviour ecology. We are keen to consider applicants whose research interests would either complement or expand our current research portfolio. Successful applicants will have a strong desire to conduct their own independent research, collaborate at an international level, and will undertake teaching on our Psychology degree courses. You should have a doctorate, and a strong record of independent research activity, consistent with a growing or established international reputation. We particularly encourage candidates who are able to teach in the following areas; Language and Thought, Personality, Conceptual Issues, Social Psychology and Intelligence, but applicants who are able to teach in other areas of psychology are welcome to apply. For informal enquiries please contact Dr PL Cornelissen, Tel: (0191) 222 6250 email: P.L.Cornelissen@ncl.ac.uk or Dr G Jordan, Tel: (0191) 222 5624 email: Gabriele.Jordan@ncl.ac.uk. Closing Date: 26.09.03. Interviews: Mid October. Job Reference: D517A Answerphone: (0191) 222 5085 Please forward your application, quoting the appropriate job reference number, to: Human Resources Section, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, 1st Floor Agriculture Building, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 7RU. Further particulars: http://www.ncl.ac.uk/vacancies/vacancy.phtml?ref=D517A -- ========================================================= Dr. Julie M. Harris Reader in Visual Perception and EPSRC Advanced Fellow School of Biology (Psychology) Henry Wellcome Building University of Newcastle upon Tyne Framlington Place Newcastle NE2 4HH, UK. tel: 44-191-222-8815 fax: 44-191-222-5622 email: J.Harris@ncl.ac.uk URL: http://www.staff.ncl.ac.uk/j.harris ========================================================= From brainadm at interchange.ubc.ca Thu Aug 21 12:26:01 2003 From: brainadm at interchange.ubc.ca (Max Cynader) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] 5 FACULTY POSITIONS AT THE BRAIN RESEARCH CENTRE, UBC Message-ID: <08ec01c3680c$cb45c770$223e478e@vanhosp.bc.ca> 5 FACULTY POSITIONS AT THE BRAIN RESEARCH CENTRE University of British Columbia and Vancouver Coastal Health Authority The Brain Research Centre of UBC and the Vancouver Coastal Health is embarking on a major expansion of its programs, based on recent successes in attracting substantial infrastructure funding. We have available 5 full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty positions, at both senior and junior levels, across a broad spectrum of areas in Neuroscience. Two of these positions will be Canada Research Chairs in association with the University's "Neuroscience Cluster" in the Faculty of Medicine. These prestigious positions are funded through a federal government program, with access to research support appropriate to the programs and goals. For more information about this program, visit http://www.chairs.gc.ca/. The other three positions will be supported through our endowment fundraising initiatives. Applications are invited in the areas of Stroke, Mood Disorders, Neuroprotection, Neurodegenerative Disorders, Postnatal Brain Development, Neuronal Plasticity, Synaptic Mechanisms, Cell Signaling, and Cognitive Neuroscience. The Centre specifically encourages individuals using brain imaging and/or genomic/proteomic strategies to apply. The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of merit and it is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Please note that there is no restriction with regard to nationality or residence for Canada Research Chair positions, and such positions are open to all candidates. These offers will be made in keeping with immigration requirements associated with the Canada Research Chairs program. The expected start date for these appointments is July 1, 2004 or 2005. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of current research interests and future plans, and arrange for three (3) letters of reference to be submitted independently. Apply to: Dr. Max Cynader, Director, Brain Research Centre University of British Columbia and Vancouver Coastal Health 2211 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 2B5 Canada Fax: (604) 822-0361 Email: info@brain.ubc.ca www.brain.ubc.ca Deadline for applications is December 1, 2003 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Areas of expertise could include membrane biochemistry and molecular biology, gene expression and regulation, signal transduction, structural biology or proteomics as applied to the visual system, neural development, neuronal plasticity, synaptic mechanisms, stroke, neuroprotection, mood disorders or neurodegenerative diseases. The specific area of research is less important than the demonstrated and potential accomplishments of the candidate. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree and have at least two years of successful post-doctoral training. The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology and the Brain Research Centre offer superb environments for research and interaction. The successful candidate will be supported for five years by an endowed junior chair funded by the Tula Foundation. He/she will be eligible for tenure and a regular faculty position. The start-up allowance and research space will be very attractive. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience. The expected starting date for this appointment will be July 1, 2004 or as negotiated. The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, the names of three referees, and a statement of current research interests and future research plans to: Dr. Max Cynader, OR Dr. George A. Mackie, Director Brain Research Centre, Professor & Head, UBC/VCHA, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, 2211 Wesbrook Mall, 2146 Health Sciences Mall Vancouver BC, Canada Vancouver, BC, Canada V6T 2B5 V6T 1Z3 Fax: 604-822-0361 Fax: 604-822-5227 email: info@brain.ubc.ca email: sabrinac@interchange.ubc.ca http://www.brain.ubc.ca/ www.biochem.ubc.ca Deadline for applications is December 1, 2003 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030821/58ebfd80/attachment.html From brainadm at interchange.ubc.ca Thu Aug 21 12:34:21 2003 From: brainadm at interchange.ubc.ca (Max Cynader) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Assistant Professor of Psychology, University of British Columbia and Vancouver Coastal Health Authority Message-ID: <08ed01c3680c$cb4a8260$223e478e@vanhosp.bc.ca> Assistant Professor of Psychology The Brian Research Centre and The Department of Psychology University of British Columbia and Vancouver Coastal Health Authority Human Cognitive Neuroscience: The Brain Research Centre and the Department of Psychology invite applications for a tenure-track Tula Young Scientist position (Assistant Professor of Psychology). Preference for this prestigious hiring will be given to applicants with an established record of research in human cognitive neuroscience, including, but not limited to, perception, attention, emotion, development, or plasticity. Expertise in neuroimaging techniques and/or special populations will be of particular interest. The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, the names of three referees, and a statement of current research interests and future research plans to: Dr. Max Cynader, OR Dr. Richard Tees, Director, Brain Research Centre, Professor & Head, UBC/VCHA, Psychology, UBC/VCHA, 2211 Wesbrook Mall, 2136 West Mall, Vancouver BC, Canada Vancouver, BC, Canada V6T 2B5 V6T 1Z4 Fax: 604-822-0361 Fax: 604-822-6733 mailto:info@brain.ubc.ca mailto:rtees@cortex.psych.ubc.ca http://www.brain.ubc.ca/ www.psych.ubc.ca Deadline for applications is December 1, 2003 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030821/be0ad8e7/attachment.html From psample at ad.ucsd.edu Fri Aug 22 16:40:01 2003 From: psample at ad.ucsd.edu (Pam Sample) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Post-grad Fellowship/UCSD. Message-ID: Post-graduate Research Fellowship/University of California, San Diego. Available Immediately. Independent researcher needed with an interest in clinical vision research. Work with a dynamic group focusing on the effects of glaucoma on visual function and optic nerve structure using a variety of psychophysical, electrophysiological, imaging, and analytical techniques. Longitudinal studies funded by the National Eye Institute. Requirements: Ph.D. in Visual Psychophysics or related field, excellent writing skills, history of strong productivity. Preferred: Modeling or programming experience and/or statistical experience in SAS or JMP. $28-32K with benefits; one year appointment with possible renewable for second year. Visual Function Laboratory, Department of Ophthalmology, University of California, San Diego, 9500 Gilman Dr., La Jolla, CA 92093-0946. Please send C.V. and references or requests for further information to: Pamela A. Sample, Ph.D. Professor Director, Visual Function Laboratory Department of Ophthalmology 9500 Gilman Dr. UC San Diego La Jolla CA 92093-0946 tel: (619)-534-6629 Fax: (619)-534-1625 email: psample@eyecenter.ucsd.edu From dsimons at uiuc.edu Mon Aug 25 09:21:01 2003 From: dsimons at uiuc.edu (Daniel Simons) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] DVD with demos of change blindness and inattention Message-ID: Dear Colleague, In January I posted a similar message to CVnet and a couple other mailing lists, but several people have since asked me to resend the info in time for the start of the fall semester. So, here it is... My apologies for the intrusion if this is old news or if you are uninterested. I'm writing because I have recently produced a DVD ("Surprising Studies of Visual Awareness") that includes a number of demos (a total of 20) of change blindness and inattention, including: (a) examples of the flicker task, (b) gradual scene changes, (c) changes in motion pictures, and (d) examples of sustained inattentional blindness (e.g., the "gorilla" clip and other variants of that task). The DVD is available from VisCog Productions, Inc. and you can order online at the following web site: http://www.viscog.com The DVD is playable on any computer with a DVD drive or on any regular set-top DVD player (it's a playable DVD, not a data DVD). In addition to a menu with instructions and explanations for each type of clip, it also has a presenter's menu that allows rapid access to each demo without "giving them away" to the audience. We have a deeply discounted Academic License ($45 + shipping/handling) for use solely in academic contexts by instructors at accredited, degree-granting colleges and universities. The discounted version allows us make the demos available and affordable for teaching and research purposes (about the cost of a scientific book). The Regular License for the DVD costs $195 + shipping/handling and it allows most uses of the DVD, including uses in for-profit and consulting settings. We also have a discounted Non-Profit License ($85 + shipping/handling) that allows members of small, non-profit organizations to use the DVD in not-for-profit contexts. The web site has more detailed information about the license types. You can still view most of our demos on my laboratory web page at the University of Illinois (at http://viscog.beckman.uiuc.edu/djs_lab/demos.html). The demos on that site are for viewing purposes only and they cannot be downloaded or used for other purposes. Note that the DVD does not contain the real-world "door" change blindness studies (or several of the other clips viewable on my laboratory web site). The DVD website (www.viscog.com) has more information about the DVD contents. Please let me know if you have any questions or would like additional information. Best, Dan p.s. Sorry for any duplicate cross-postings. -- ----------------------------------------------------- Daniel J. Simons, Associate Professor Psychology Department and Beckman Institute University of Illinois 603 E. Daniel St. Champaign, IL 61820 Psych Office: Room 807 Beckman Office: Room 2221 phone: 217-333-7628 email: dsimons@uiuc.edu Lab web page: http://viscog.beckman.uiuc.edu/djs_lab/ ----------------------------------------------------- -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Program of papers: Peter Lennie, New York University: "Chasing color signals" John Maunsell, Baylor College of Medicine: "Advances into the visual cortex" Daphne Bavelier, University of Rochester: "Imaging the plastic brain" Richard Aslin, University of Rochester: "Visual development in human infants: Clarity emerges from 40 years of research" Dana Ballard, University of Rochester: "The Ontogeny of Computer Vision" David Brainard, University of Pennsylvania: "That was then, this is now: Forty years of color vision" David Williams, University of Rochester: "There's more to vision than meets the eye" Registration: $100 USD, includes breakfast, lunch, receptions, and breaks; Banquet, $30 additional Please register online at http://www.cvs.rochester.edu/cvs40th_reg.html *Note* that the weekend of October 10 - 12 is the University of Rochester's Meliora Weekend. Speakers include: Dr. J. Craig Venter, of human genome sequencing fame; Elliot Spitzer, New York State Attorney General; Dean Kamen, inventor of the Segway Human Transporter; David Neeleman, CEO of JetBlue Airways; and many others. Check these and other events at: http://www.rochester.edu/alumni/meliora2003/index.html. For more information on the CVS celebration, please check our website at http://www.cvs.rochester.edu, or contact: Michele Schultz 274 Meliora Hall Rochester, NY 14627 (585) 275-2459 michele@cvs.rochester.edu From robert.hess at mcgill.ca Mon Aug 25 18:21:03 2003 From: robert.hess at mcgill.ca (Robert Hess) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AT MCGILL VISION RESEARCH Message-ID: POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AT MCGILL VISION RESEARCH A postdoctoral position is available at the McGill Vision Research Unit. I am looking for someone to study spatial processing in normal and/or amblyopic vision (http://ego.psych.mcgill.ca/labs/mvr/Robert/rhess_home.html). Techniques may include psychophysics, image processing and FMRI. Interested candidates should have, or nearly have, a PhD and preferably experience with graphics programming (e.g. Macintosh, VSG). The McGill Vision Research Unit consists of about twenty Faculty/postdocs/graduate-students working on neurophysiological, psychophysical, computational and brain-imaging aspects of vision. Montreal is a very pleasant, cosmopolitan and relatively inexpensive city in which to live and our Research Center provides a very interactive and international environment.. Interested candidates should send CVs to Robert Hess, McGill Vision Research, 687 Pine Av. W., Rm. H4-14, Montreal, PQ, H3A 1A1, Canada. Informal inquiries can be made to robert.hess@mcgill.ca. -- Robert F Hess Professor and Director of Research Department of Ophthalmology McGill University Montreal, Quebec, Canada From carol at sickkids.ca Tue Aug 26 18:44:01 2003 From: carol at sickkids.ca (Carol Westall) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Eye Movement Symposium, Toronto Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.0.20030826184849.02385b20@resmail.sickkids.on.ca> An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030826/1622e14b/attachment.html From T.L.Hodgson at exeter.ac.uk Wed Aug 27 08:36:00 2003 From: T.L.Hodgson at exeter.ac.uk (Tim Hodgson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] post-doc position Message-ID: <5.2.0.9.0.20030827092841.026631b8@pop.ex.ac.uk> fMRI POST DOC OPPORTUNITY University of Exeter UK A Wellcome Trust funded post-doctoral position is available for 3 years at University of Exeter UK. The post holder will carry out event-related functional magnetic resonance imaging studies investigating self-control and monitoring functions of the human frontal cerebral cortex. The research will utilise the research dedicated 1.5T Philips Gyroscan Intera machine in the Peninsula MRI centre, Exeter. Experience in fMRI or analysis of movement data (e.g. eye movements) would be an advantage but not essential. The position is available from October 2003 or as soon as possible thereafter. Salary will be at in the range ?23,296 - ?26,270. The cathedral city of Exeter is the capital of one of the most scenic parts of the UK. Dartmoor National Park and beaches of North Devon are within easy reach and the city is well served by travel links with London and the rest of the UK. For additional information please contact tim hodgson t.l.hodgson@ex.ac.uk tel: 44-(0)1392 264644. Dr Tim Hodgson Lecturer in Cognitive Psychology School of Psychology University of Exeter Washington Singer Laboratories Prince of Wales Road Exeter UK EX4 4QG. Tel (0)1392 264644 fax (0)1392 264623 Mobile 07762 296395 t.l.hodgson@ex.ac.uk -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030827/caed45e3/attachment.html From dagm03 at ipe.et.uni-magdeburg.de Wed Aug 27 08:42:38 2003 From: dagm03 at ipe.et.uni-magdeburg.de (DAGM'03) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] DAGM'03 registration reminder Message-ID: <3F4CB03E.8050800@iesk.et.uni-magdeburg.de> Dear DAGM friends, About two weeks before the start of the DAGM'03 symposium we have already received a high number of registrations. But it is still possible to register. If not done, please use the online registration: http://dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de/dagm/symposium/registration/ The final program can be accessed via http://dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de/dagm/symposium/program/ You can also register for the tutorials. For the fees, the titels and abstracts of the contents of the tutorials look at http://dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de/dagm/symposium/tutorials/ You will find a list of preferred hotels at: http://dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de/dagm/symposium/hotels/ Please contact the hotels directly but do not hesitate to ask our assistance if necessary. We will also provide a special entertainment program. You will find the details at http://dagm03.uni-magdeburg.de/dagm/symposium/social If it is not possible for you to register online you can do this still at the registration desk of the conference office. If you register very late before the beginning of the conference, please present in the case of bank transfer the bank receipt at the registration desk. We are looking forward to see you in Magdeburg, The DAGM03 organization team From sdaley at cns.bu.edu Fri Aug 29 10:17:01 2003 From: sdaley at cns.bu.edu (Susanne Daley) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Jacob Beck: A Memorial Tribute; Friday, September 12, 2003 Message-ID: <000601c36e41$946f2f30$d13dc580@cnspc59> Jacob Beck: A Memorial Tribute Jacob Beck passed away in March of 2003. A day of talks by some who knew and worked with him will honor his contributions to science and the memory of a man whose iron zeal for pursuit of truth about perception was tempered with a gentleness of spirit that touched all around him. Friday, September 12, 2003 10:00 am to 12:15, and 2:15 pm to 4:15 Department of Cognitive and Neural Systems Boston University Room B03, 677 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 10:00 A.M. Stephen Grossberg -- Opening Remarks 10:15 A.M. Jeremy Wolfe --The Psychophysical Structure of Human Visual Experience: Jacob Beck, Texture, and Visual Search 11:00 A.M. Michele Rucci -- Vision in the Presence of Eye Movements 11:45 A.M. Luiz Pessoa -- Interactions between Visual Attention and Emotional Perception 2:15 A.M. Azriel Rosenfeld -- Sixty Years of Collaboration with Jake 2:45 A.M. Yiannis Aloimonos -- Statistics and Illusions: A New Theory 3:30 A.M. Ennio Mingolla -- Jacob Beck's Impact at Boston University -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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With best regards Norbert Krueger _______________________________________________________ Special Session NEXT GENERATION VISION SYSTEMS Fourth International ICSC Symposium at the ENGINEERING OF INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS (EIS 2004) http://www.icsc-naiso.org/conferences/eis2004/index.html February 29 - March 2, 2004 at the University of Madeira, Island of Madeira, Portugal Organisers: Dr. Norbert Krueger Aalborg University, Esbjerg Email: nk@cs.aue.auc.dk http://www.cn.stir.ac.uk/~norbert Dr. Volker Krueger Aalborg University, Esbjerg Email: vok@cs.aue.auc.dk Dr. Florentin Woergoetter University of Stirling Stirling FK9 4LA Scotland, UK Email: worgott@cn.stir.ac.uk Abstract Vision based devices have been entering the industrial and private world more and more successfully: Face recognition systems control the access to buildings; airports and train stations are controlled by Video Surveillance devices; and cars become equipped with vision based driver assistance systems. However, the gap between human performance and the top performance of today's artificial visual systems is considerable. Especially, scene analysis in unfamiliar environments allowing for highly reliable actions is yet an outstanding quality of biological systems. The next generation of vision systems will have to show stable and reliable performance in uncontrolled environments in real time. To achieve reliability these systems need to make use of regularities in visual data. In this respect, the representation of the temporal structure of visual data as well as the fusion of visual sub-modalities are crucial. Such systems also need to be equipped with a sufficient amount of prestructured knowledge as well as the ability to deal with uncertainties and to learn in complex environments. The invited session focusses on requirements for and prospects of future vision systems. This covers all questions of visual representation and integration as well as questions of hardware and software design. Submission Deadline: 15.9.2003 Maximum number of pages: Fifteen pages (including diagrams and references) Papers (either as pdf or postscript) to be send to nk@cs.aue.auc.dk From Foxe at NKI.RFMH.ORG Tue Sep 9 03:35:01 2003 From: Foxe at NKI.RFMH.ORG (Foxe, John) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Job Posting to Vision Science list Message-ID: <9EA48D926698D3118D7C009027CCB30501E76519@NKI-MAIL> Postdoctoral Position Nathan Kline Research Institute, New York An NIH-funded postdoctoral position is available for the application of advanced neuroimaging methodologies to the study of multisensory integration processes in normal healthy controls and patients with schizophrenia. The position will involve the coregistration of high-density event-related potential (ERP) data recorded from a 168-channel "Active Electrode" system with fMRI data sets from our on-site 1.5T and 3T research magnets. The initial term is for 2 years. Successful candidates will have a Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Experimental Psychology or a related discipline. The Cognitive Neurophysiology Laboratory at NKI is equipped with state-of-the-art coregistration software, 3D digitization equipment and all software and hardware necessary for this task. Interested applicants should send a CV, statement of research background and interests, and names and addresses of at least 3 references to Dr. John Foxe at the address below. Informal inquiries can be made by e-mail (foxe@nki.rfmh.org) or by phone (+845-398-6538). John J. Foxe, Ph.D. Director, The Cognitive Neurophysiology Laboratory Nathan S. Kline Institute for Psychiatric Research Cognitive Neuroscience & Schizophrenia Program 140 Old Orangeburg Road, Orangeburg, New York 10962 Vox (845) 398-6547; Fax (845) 398-6545 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030905/d57361c9/attachment.html From Alain.Destexhe at iaf.cnrs-gif.fr Tue Sep 9 03:43:04 2003 From: Alain.Destexhe at iaf.cnrs-gif.fr (Alain Destexhe) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:40 2005 Subject: [vslist] Call for proposal to host the Advanced Course in Computational Neuroscience Message-ID: <3F5C5DFA.288ABDFC@iaf.cnrs-gif.fr> CALL FOR PROPOSALS The organizing committee of the "European Advanced Course in Computational Neuroscience" is looking for applications for potential sites to host the course for 3 years (2005-2008). The course is now in its eighth year. It was held for three years in Crete (Greece, 1996-1998), three years in Trieste (Italy, 1999-2001), it is currently being held in the small medieval village of Obidos (Portugal; 2002-2004). Traditionally, the course is held in August in a European (or Associated) country. The ideal site is relatively remote and small (ie not a large institution in a big city), in order to ensure intimacy and quietness, and be an attractive location to spend the summer. We also need a relatively fast internet connection for the computer network. One of the most important aspects of the course is to have an efficient local organizer to sort out local facilities, such as lodging, food, transport, rooms to hold the lectures and the computer network. We also will need a firm commitment to secure everything for a period of three years (2005-2007). Anyone interested should contact Alain Destexhe (see address below) and will be requested to send details such as a description of the site and approximate budget for lodging, food, rental of computers, etc. A site-visit to the selected locations is planned for the spring of 2004 to decide for our next host. Below are contact addresses and a short description of the course CONTACT Alain Destexhe Integrative and Computational Neuroscience Unit CNRS 1, Avenue de la Terrasse (BAT 33) 91198 Gif-sur-Yvette, France email: destexhe@iaf.cnrs-gif.fr Tel: 33-1-69-82-34-35 SHORT DESCRIPTION OF THE COURSE The European Advanced Course in Computational Neuroscience is a high-level 4-week intensive course on the computational aspects of the central nervous system function, from the cellular to the systems level. It is usually structured in 4 thematic weeks, cellular, sensory, motor and multilevel systems. The invited faculty members (usually from 10 to 15 per week) are among the best known scientists in their respective fields (both experimental and theoretical; see web site for past programs). The course is highly selective - we receive from 90 to 180 applications every year, from which 25 to 30 students are selected. Students are mid-term PhD or postdocs, and can be of any background (usually a mixture of experimentalists and theoreticians). The course is intended to give them a solid basis on the different aspects that are important to understand the complexity of the nervous system, as well as the different approaches that have been used in theoretical studies. Students are required to do a research project during the course, and are helped by the faculty and tutors. The selection of students is based on letters of recommendation and the advice of three independent referees. More information is available at our website: http://www.neuroinf.org/courses/EUCOURSE From mpeters2 at gmu.edu Fri Sep 12 03:32:00 2003 From: mpeters2 at gmu.edu (Matthew Peterson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Two faculty Positions at George Mason University Message-ID: <43894D5E-E39D-11D7-AB3F-000393A936BC@gmu.edu> The Department of Psychology at George Mason University anticipates two openings to begin in Fall 2004 -- one at the senior level, one at the junior level. Senior candidates for any research specialization should have a history of external funding. The first position is targeted at a specialization in human-computer interaction. Candidates interested in the development of models of human learning and performance; the use of these models to predict or improve user interfaces or the display of information; or methods for analyzing, predicting and evaluating system effectiveness are particularly encouraged to apply. The second position is targeted at either a specialization in human performance/human factors or memory or decision-making. Within the area of human performance/human factors, candidates interested in modeling or predicting user performance with complex systems or training for the use of complex systems, particularly in the transportation domain, are particularly encouraged. Within the area of memory or decision-making, candidates interested in empirical work examining basic processes of human memory, problem solving, decision-making, or skilled performance are particularly encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate for all positions will have a Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology or related area. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in the undergraduate and graduate programs in the Human Factors and Applied Cognitive Program; thus, candidates should have a commitment to high quality teaching. George Mason University is the state university in Northern Virginia. Located 15 miles west of Washington, D.C., it is convenient to cultural and recreational activities, and funding sources. The psychology department has Ph.D. programs in applied cognitive psychology, industrial/organizational psychology, developmental, and clinical psychology. The successful candidate will be a member of the ARCH Lab. The ARCH forms a bridge between cognitive theory and applications. On the theory side, we are involved in research on spoken and written language processing, visual attention and object perception, strategic control of basic cognitive processes, modeling (using connectionist, stochastic, and production rule approaches) and the development of computational architectures of perception, cognition, and action. On the applications side, we have applied this theory in domains such as human-computer interaction, aviation, driving, decision making in synthetic environments, and computer programming. The ARCH Lab houses HFAC faculty, their research facilities, and both undergraduate and graduate students in a collaborative and highly productive environment. Applications will be evaluated starting on October 1, 2003 and will continue until suitable candidates are found. A vita, three letters of recommendation, a brief statement of research and teaching interests, and a cover letter indicating which position you are applying for should be sent to: Cognitive Search Committee (Deborah A. Boehm-Davis), George Mason University, MSN 3F5, Fairfax, VA 22030-4444. For more information about the Human Factors & Applied Cognitive Program, see our web page: http://www.hfac.gmu.edu. We encourage applications from women and minority candidates. George Mason University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. 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Eagle http://journalofvision.org/3/7/2/ Attention-biased multi-stable surface perception in three-dimensional structure-from-motion Karel Hol Ansgar Koene Raymond van Ee http://journalofvision.org/3/7/3/ Timecourse of neural signatures of object recognition Jeffrey S. Johnson Bruno A. Olshausen http://journalofvision.org/3/7/4/ Dynamics of sensitivity regulation in primate outer retina: The horizontal cell network Barry B. Lee Dennis M. Dacey Vivianne C. Smith Joel Pokorny http://journalofvision.org/3/7/5/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Preference will be given to applicants whose research would complement those of our existing faculty (see http://www.psych.ucsb.edu ) although strong candidates in all relevant subspecialties will be given serious consideration. A Ph.D. in Psychology or related field is required at time of appointment. Please send a vita, statement of research and teaching interests, representative publications, and 3 letters of recommendation to: Chair, N&B Search Committee Department of Psychology University of California Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA 93106-9660 by November 1, 2003. UCSB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Miguel P. Eckstein Associate Professor Vision & Image Understanding Laboratory Department of Psychology University of California, Santa Barbara http://www.psych.ucsb.edu/~eckstein/lab/vp.html -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Preference will be given to applicants using cognitive neuroscience techniques to understand human cognition, and whose research builds on or complements existing strengths of the department's graduate training program in Cognitive and Perceptual Sciences (see http://www.psych.ucsb.edu ). The department is actively building in cognitive neuroscience, both by adding new faculty and by building a new facility that will house a research-dedicated neuroimaging center. An opportunity will exist to play a leadership role in the new in-house neuroimaging center. Ph.D. in Psychology or related field required at time of appointment. Please send a vita, statement of teaching and research interests, representative publications, and 3 letters of recommendation to: Chair, Cognitive Neuroscience Search Committee Department of Psychology University of California Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA 93106-9660 by November 1, 2003. UCSB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Miguel P. Eckstein Associate Professor Vision & Image Understanding Laboratory Department of Psychology University of California, Santa Barbara http://www.psych.ucsb.edu/~eckstein/lab/vp.html -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030917/229824cf/attachment.html From tirin at stanford.edu Mon Sep 22 08:59:00 2003 From: tirin at stanford.edu (Tirin Moore) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoctoral Position to post Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.2.20030918115336.00b161c0@localhost> Postdoctoral Position Stanford University Systems/Cognitive Neuroscience A postdoctoral position is available immediately to investigate the neural mechanisms of visually guided behavior and visually based cognition in nonhuman primates. The individual should have a Ph.D. or M.D. in a neuroscience-related discipline and have a background in systems, cognitive, or visual neuroscience. Previous experience in electrophysiology in behaving animals, psychophysical measurement, intensive computer-based data analysis, cellular and/or computational approaches is preferred. Initial appointment will be for 2 years, with the possibility of additional years of support. Send CV and names of 3 references to Tirin Moore (tirin@stanford.edu). From hennig at cn.stir.ac.uk Mon Sep 22 08:59:08 2003 From: hennig at cn.stir.ac.uk (Matthias H. Hennig) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] ECOVISION Workshop Message-ID: <200309191455.33283.hennig@cn.stir.ac.uk> Dear Colleague, I would like to draw your attention to the ECOVISION Workshop taking place on the Isle of Skye in Scotland, end of May 2004 (for details see end of this message). This WS is concerned with the link between biologically motivated computer vision and visual neuroscience especially of higher visual functions. This workshop is now open for registration and paper submission at: http://www.cn.stir.ac.uk/ecovision-ws/ Invited participants will receive refund of their costs. The WS contains 14 keynote lectures as well as 32 shorter talks and one poster session. It includes a special session on "Coding of Visual Information". The complete list of keynote speakers who have agreed to come is: Y. Aloimonos (Maryland) K. Boahen (Univ. of Pennsylvania) J.-O.-Eklundh (KTH Stockholm) J. Elder (York Univ.) U. Eysel (Univ. Bochum) O. Faugeras (INRIA) D. Fleet (Univ. of Toronto) L. Florack (Eindhoven Univ. of Technology) L. v. Gool (ETH Zuerich) D. Hogg (Univ. of Leeds) C. v.d. Malsburg (Univ. Bochum & USC) G. Orban (KU Leuven) S. Sarkar (Univ. of South Florida) R . Watt (Stirling Univ.) The conference site is located on the very scenic Isle of Skye (Real Scottish Rain inclusive?..). The International Journal of Computer Vision (IJCV) has agreed to publish a special issue based on a refereed selection of papers from this workshop. We would like to invite you to register for this WS and to submit a paper. On behalf of the organizing committee. F. W?rg?tter (Univ. of Stirling, Scotland, UK) DETAILSDETAILSDETAILSDETAILSDETAILSDETAILSDETAILSDETAILS Title of the Workshop: EARLY COGNITIVE VISION Location: Sabhal Mor Ostaig, Isle of Skye, Scotland Dates:28.5. - 31.5. (+ 1.6.) 2004 Web: http://www.cn.stir.ac.uk/ecovision-ws The WS is organized by the ECOVISON project group consisting of: G. Bisio (Genova) P. Hancock (Stirling) M. v. Hulle (Leuven) A. Johnston (London) N. Kr?ger (Aalborg) M. Lappe (Muenster) E. Ros. (Granada) S. Sabatini (Genova) F. W?rg?tter (Stirling) M. M?hlenberg (HELLA Hueck KG,Lippstadt) From M.Bloj at Bradford.ac.uk Mon Sep 22 09:00:02 2003 From: M.Bloj at Bradford.ac.uk (M BLOJ) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Opportunity for PhD studies in Colour Vision Message-ID: I have a School of Life Sciences Studentship available for an interested person to carry out Doctoral (PhD) studies over a 3 year full time period in Human Colour Vision Closing date for applications: 10 October 2003. Only open to UK, EU citizens and others classed as Home fees by the UK government. You will be involved in a project funded by the EPSRC (www.epsrc.ac.uk) to study how we see colours of real objects compared to computer simulated ones. The aim of this project is to establish how good human colour constancy is in the presence of gradients and to study how it depends on the image characteristics. You will be working with me and an EPSRC funded experienced post-doctoral researcher within the Department of Optometry (part of the School of Life Sciences) at the University of Bradford (www.brad.ac.uk). The EPSRC funding covers the construction of a unique lighting booth in which to carry out the real objects experiments, other equipment (computers, etc) and payment of observers. The project has scope for you to develop your own ideas particularly in the later years of the PhD. This is an interdisciplinary project combining techniques from colour science, psychology and computing. It would suit an enthusiastic candidate with a good degree (First or 2.1) in architecture, engineering, computing, design, physics, maths, optometry or psychology with an interest in human factors and comfortable with computers. It will give you an opportunity to acquire experience in academic research, gain a PhD and publish the results of your research. Bradford (www.bradford.gov.uk) is situated in West Yorkshire (in the North of England)) among beautiful countryside including the Yorkshire Dales National Park (www.yorkshiredales.org.uk) and Bronte Country (www.bronte-country.com/welcome.html). You will find excellent mountain and road biking, walking, rock climbing and long boat sailing a short distance from the University. The city is small and multicultural with low cost of living, host to the National Film and Photography Museum (www.nmsi.ac.uk), David Hockney's Salts Mill (www.saltsmill.org.uk) and the Bradford Bulls (www.bradfordbulls.co.uk). There are excellent rail links (Leeds 20min, London 2.5 hs, Ilkley 30 min) and an international airport. Start date for the PhD is flexible; between November 03 and February 04. Stipend is at Research council level (currently UK pounds 85000), and as a full time student you will be exempt from paying tax. There are opportunities to supplement your income via teaching/demonstrating. The University upholds a strong equal opportunity policy and I welcome enquiries from mature students. Interested parties should submit a personal statement indicating why they are interested in the project and their background, a CV and contact details of 3 referees (by October 10, 2003) to: Dr Marina Bloj Department of Optometry, Richmond Building University of Bradford BD7 1DP UK e-mail applications accepted at m.bloj@brad.ac.uk Short list will be drawn up soon after the closing date and award decisions will be made by 20th October I am happy to deal with informal enquiries via e-mail m.bloj@brad.ac.uk --- Marina Bloj PhD, Lecturer Department of Optometry, Richmond Building University of Bradford BD7 1DP Tel: +44-(0)1274 23 6258 Fax: +44-(0)1274 235570 From announcements at journalofvision.org Wed Sep 24 11:32:01 2003 From: announcements at journalofvision.org (Journal of Vision) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Journal of Vision publishes 100th paper Message-ID: The Journal of Vision has published its 100th paper: Lee, B. B., Dacey, D. M., Smith, V. C., & Pokorny, J. (2003). Dynamics of sensitivity regulation in primate outer retina: The horizontal cell network. Journal of Vision, 3 (7), 513-526, http://journalofvision.org/3/7/5/, DOI 10.1167/3.7.5. We celebrate this milestone as we look forward to the next 100. Thanks to all JOV authors for making the journal a resounding success. -- Journal of Vision http://journalofvision.org/ From p.sowden at surrey.ac.uk Wed Sep 24 12:08:01 2003 From: p.sowden at surrey.ac.uk (Paul Sowden) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] 4 RA posts in neuropsych + PhD studentship, Univ of Surrey Message-ID: <008b01c382c6$04f4e680$657be383@surrey.ac.uk> ----- Original Message ----- From: Paul Sowden Sent: Thursday, September 11, 2003 4:35 PM > ==== > > 2 x Research Fellows > 2 x Research Officers > 1 xPhD studentship > Posts commencing November/December 2003 > Salaries ranging from #18,265- 22,191 p/a. > > > Rated 5 in the last RAE, the Department of Psychology has recently expanded > its research capabilities in fundamental and clinical neuroscience. > Following the appointment of Professor Annette Sterr to the Chair in > Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuropsychology and the acquisition of > state-of-the art fMRI- (3-Tesla Siemen's Magnetom Trio) and EEG facilities, > we are now seeking to appoint a team of researchers to work in the Cognitive > Neuroscience Group. The new appointments - funded by the MRC, British > Academy and Royal Society - will spearhead research on functional brain > organisation, neuroplasticity and recovery. > > 2 x Research Fellows: motor recovery (five year post) RA1A (1-5) > Up to #22,191 Job Ref: 4004 > The research comprises the investigation of clinical benefits and related > processes of brain plasticity following a motor rehabilitation program > (constraint-induced movement therapy) and will link neuroimaging experiments > (high-density EEG and 3T-fMRI) with behavioural and clinical outcome > measures. > > > Research Officer - Manager of EEG laboratory (five years in the first > instance) RA1B/A (1-4) > Up to #21,125 Job Ref: 4003 > To administer all aspects of the EEG laboratory, including recruiting and > scheduling participants, recording, basic analysis of multi-channel data and > general maintenance of equipment. > > > Research Officer (five year post) RA1B/A (1-3) > Up to #20,311 Job Ref: 4002 > To support the clinical side of the project the candidate will recruit, > assess and treat patients. > > > PhD studentship - EEG research (3 years) > To conduct EEG research. Applications from candidates with an interest in > biological signal processing and a background in electrical engineering, > computer science and/or computational neuroscience are particularly welcome. > > > For an application pack and details of how to apply, please download > application documents from www.surrey.ac.uk under 'Employment > Opportunities'. Alternatively contact Stephanie Lesanne, HR Assistant, > either via email on s.lesanne@surrey.ac.uk or by telephone on 01483 682605 > quoting relevant Reference number and where you saw the advertisement. > Applications should be sent to: Stephanie Lesanne, HR Assistant, School of > Human Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7XH or email to > s.lesanne@surrey.ac.uk. > > Closing date is 13th October 2003 > Interviews to be held: w/c 20th October 2003 > > The University is committed to an Equal Opportunities policy From marg at socrates.Berkeley.EDU Wed Sep 24 12:41:01 2003 From: marg at socrates.Berkeley.EDU (Elwin Marg) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] The Third International Conference on Neuroesthetics Emotions in Art and the Brain Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.2.20030924104120.013162d8@socrates.berkeley.edu> The Third International Conference on Neuroesthetics Emotions in Art and the Brain. Saturday January 10, 2004. 9am - 5pm University of California, Berkeley. Please visit http://plaisir.berkeley.edu for information which will be progressively updated Program 9:00 - 9:05 Welcome Elwin Marg, University of California Berkeley and the Minerva Foundation 9:05 - 9:10 Introduction Semir Zeki, Institute of Neuroesthetics 9:10 - 9:55 Ray Dolan, Institute of Neurology, London 9:55 - 10:05 Discussion 10:05 - 10:20 Recess - Coffee 10:20 - 11:05 Dan Fessler, University of California, Los Angeles. 11:05 - 11:15 Discussion 11:15 - 11:45 Submitted presentations 11:45 - 1:15 Recess - Lunch 1:15 - 2:05 David Freedberg, Italian Institute, Columbia University 2:05 - 2:15 Discussion 2:15 - 3:00 Semir Zeki, University College London 3:00 - 3:10 Discussion 3:10 - 3:30 Recess - Coffee 3:30 - 4:00 Submitted presentations 4:00 - 4:50 Paul Ekman, University of California San Francisco 4:00 - 4:15 Discussion 4:15 - 5:00 General Discussion, with speaker and audience participation When more information is available, such as the talk titles and the registration form, it will be posted on http://plaisir.berkeley.edu We still have places available for free 10 minute presentations. If you are interested in giving a talk, please send an abstract as soon as possible to: zeki.pa@ucl.ac.uk -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030924/b1d379ca/attachment.html From mradice at uclink4.berkeley.edu Wed Sep 24 12:48:11 2003 From: mradice at uclink4.berkeley.edu (Mona Radice) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] UC Berkeley School of Optometry/Faculty position Message-ID: ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, School of Optometry, University of California, Berkeley (Optics Related to Vision and the Eye) Applications are being accepted for a tenured or tenure-track position from individuals who investigate the optics of the eye or who use modern optical techniques to investigate the eye, vision, and/or eye disease. Candidates should have a PhD, OD/PhD, or MD/PhD (or equivalent training), received their terminal degree within the last 12 years, postdoctoral experience, and a strong commitment to excellence in research and teaching. The successful applicant will be expected to develop an innovative, independent research program that attracts extramural funding, to participate in training professional students in optometry and graduate students in vision science. Applications should include a CV, names and addresses of three-to-five references, and a brief statement of research objectives and teaching experience. The appointment can begin as early as July 2004. Applications should be postmarked no later than December 5, 2003 and directed to: Chair, Faculty Search Committee, Optics Related to Vision and the Eye, School of Optometry, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720-2020. The University of California is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. -- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Mona L. Radice Executive Assistant to the Dean of the School of Optometry 351 Minor Hall #2020 University of California, Berkeley 94720-2020 Phone: 510.642.5617 FAX: 510.642.7806 Email: mradice@uclink4.berkeley.edu ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ From E.Brenner at erasmusmc.nl Wed Sep 24 13:17:00 2003 From: E.Brenner at erasmusmc.nl (Eli Brenner) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Motor Control for Vision Scientists Message-ID: On January 7-11, 2004 we (Jeroen Smeets, Pascal Mamassian, Eli Brenner) are organising a course on "Motor Control for Vision Scientists: Concepts and issues in the study of movements of limbs and eyes." It will be in Lunteren, The Netherlands. If you are interested more information can be found at: http://www.eur.nl/fgg/neuro/PRA/ Best wishes Eli Brenner From AGlasser at OPTOMETRY.UH.EDU Wed Sep 24 13:24:50 2003 From: AGlasser at OPTOMETRY.UH.EDU (Glasser, Adrian) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] University of Houston, Fulltime Research Lab. Technician Message-ID: Skipped content of type multipart/alternative-------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030924/e0e90880/header.htm From AGlasser at OPTOMETRY.UH.EDU Wed Sep 24 13:34:09 2003 From: AGlasser at OPTOMETRY.UH.EDU (Glasser, Adrian) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Unicersity of Houston, Postdoc/Research Associate Message-ID: Skipped content of type multipart/alternative-------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030924/631d53c0/header.htm From gloe at gcal.ac.uk Thu Sep 25 08:54:00 2003 From: gloe at gcal.ac.uk (Gunter Loffler) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Glasgow Caledonian Uni, Postdoc + PhD positions Message-ID: 1 POSTDOCTORAL AND 1 PHD POSITION IN VISUAL PSYCHOPHYSICS Funds are available for two research positions in the Department of Vision Sciences at Glasgow Caledonian University, UK, working on the study of human motion perception. The project, awarded to Dr Gunter Loffler, is funded by the EPSRC and will provide support for one PhD student (3 years) and one postdoc (1.5 years). The project will combine psychophysics and neural modelling to study the perception of shapes in motion. The aim of this project is to study dynamic aspects of shape perception. The psychophysical investigations will concentrate on how human observers perceive shapes such as simple lines, angles and curved contours when they are moving. A particular emphasis is on the way information arising from distant parts of a scene is combined. The psychophysical part will be complemented by computer simulations to build an explicit model which can predict human performance. The Department of Vision Sciences consists of fifteen faculty members working on diverse aspects related to vision including psychophysical, computational and brain-imaging approaches. PhD student: Applications are invited from UK and other EU citizens for a 3 year postgraduate research studentship, to start in November 2003 or as soon as possible thereafter. Candidates should have or be about to obtain a high 2.1 or First class honours degree in Psychology, Optometry, Computer Science or a related discipline. Candidates should have an interest in visual perception and possess good programming skills, or be prepared to develop them quickly. The studentship is approximately ? 8,500 per annum, non-taxable. Postdoc: Applications are also invited for a 1.5 year postdoctoral research position, to start in January 2004 or as soon as possible thereafter. The ideal candidate will have, or be about to obtain, a PhD in the visual sciences and experience in one or more of the following areas: visual psychophysics, experimental psychology, neural modelling, or computer image processing. Experience with MatLab programming is very desirable. Grade : RA1A Salary : ? 20,311 The closing date for the receipt of applications is 24 October 2003. Informal enquiries can be made to Gunter Loffler (gloe@gcal.ac.uk). Please send application including Curriculum Vitae, selected reprints, and the names of three referees (preferably by e-mail: gloe@gcal.ac.uk) to: Gunter Loffler Department of Vision Sciences Glasgow Caledonian University Cowcaddens Road Glasgow G4 0BA Scotland, UK +44 (0)141 331 3386 An Equal Opportunities Employer. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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A track record of publication in high quality vision science journals and evidence of attracting high quality research grant income are also essential. The successful applicant will be expected to play an important role within the Vision Science Research Group which, along with the other Groups within the newly established Centre for Molecular Biosciences, was awarded a 5* grade in both the 1996 and 2001 Research Assessment Exercises. This person will also be expected to contribute to teaching and course administration within the School. The position is based on the Coleraine campus. Salary: Given the importance that the University attaches to this appointment, an attractive salary package will be available to the successful candidate. Closing date 31 October 2003 Further particulars available from: Human Resources University of Ulster at Coleraine Cromore Road Coleraine Northern Ireland BT52 1SA UK Roger S. Anderson PhD Professor of Vision Science School of Biomedical Sciences University of Ulster at Coleraine Co. Londonderry Northern Ireland BT52 1SA United Kingdom Tel: +44(0)28 7032 4891 Fax: +44(0)28 7032 4965 From cindy at bu.edu Thu Sep 25 08:59:07 2003 From: cindy at bu.edu (Cynthia Bradford) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Call for Papers: 2004 Special Issue of Neural Networks on Vision and Brain Message-ID: <021d01c38368$d7fa2c00$903dc580@cnspc31> ***** FINAL REMINDER ***** CALL FOR PAPERS 2004 Special Issue VISION AND BRAIN Understanding how the brain sees is one of the most active and exciting areas in perceptual science, neuroscience, and modeling. This is because vision is one of our most important sources of information about the world, and a large amount of brain is used to process visual signals, ranging from early filtering processes through perceptual grouping, surface formation, depth perception, texture perception, figure-ground separation, motion perception, navigation, search, and object recognition. This Special Issue will incorporate invited and contributed articles focused on recent experimental and modeling progress in unifying physiological, psychophysical and computational mechanisms of vision. The Special Issue will also include articles that summarize biologically inspired approaches to computer vision in technology, including hardware approaches to realizing neuromorphic vision algorithms. CO-EDITORS: Professor David Field, Cornell University Professor Leif Finkel, University of Pennsylvania Professor Stephen Grossberg, Boston University SUBMISSION: Deadline for submission: September 30, 2003 Notification of acceptance: January 31, 2004 Format: no longer than 10,000 words; APA reference format ADDRESS FOR SUBMISSION: Stephen Grossberg, Editor Neural Networks Department of Cognitive and Neural Systems Boston University 677 Beacon Street, Room 203 Boston, Massachusetts 02215 USA -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030925/3c6df248/attachment.html From announcements at journalofvision.org Thu Sep 25 11:23:01 2003 From: announcements at journalofvision.org (Journal of Vision) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] ISI to index Journal of Vision Message-ID: We are pleased to report that ISI has accepted the Journal of Vision for inclusion in Science Citation Index Expanded, ISI Alerting Services, and Current Contents/Clinical Medicine. Journal citations will be viewable through the Web of Science, and will be included in Journal Citation Reports. Following this and earlier indexing by PubMed/MEDLINE, authors may now submit articles to the Journal of Vision in full confidence that their work will be visible in the worlds most prominent scientific citation databases. And because JOV is open access, the full text is available for free to everyone, everywhere, forever. This milestone further establishes Journal of Vision as a key journal in vision science. -- Journal of Vision http://journalofvision.org/ From announcements at journalofvision.org Thu Sep 25 12:58:02 2003 From: announcements at journalofvision.org (Journal of Vision) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Optics in Vision: Final Call for Papers Message-ID: This is a reminder of the approaching October 1 deadline for contributions to the Journal of Vision Special Issue on "Optics in Vision" Call for Papers: Special Issue Optics in Vision Optics has always been a source of innovation in vision research, providing technology that has advanced our understanding of the visual system. Moreover, because the eye's optics set the first limit on visual performance, ocular optics has traditionally been a focus in vision research. Study of the eye's optics slowed somewhat in the 70's and 80's, but more recently, Visual Optics has begun a renaissance caused by the introduction of new optical technologies such as wavefront sensing and adaptive optics. These technologies are opening doors to research on vision that were impossible before. To disseminate recent advances in Visual Optics within the vision research community and to foster the use of new optical technology in vision research, we invite researchers to contribute to a special issue of the Journal of Vision. This issue will address a wide range of topics in Visual Optics, including but not limited to: Nature and statistics of aberrations. Novel wavefront sensing techniques. Sources of the aberrations within the eye. Chromatic aberration. Scattered light. Development and age effects. Models of the ocular optics Predicting and modelling vision using optical data. Defining quality of vision metrics based on wave aberration data. Retinal imaging techniques using adaptive optics. Visual psychophysics with adaptive optics. Guest Editors: David R. Williams University of Rochester, NY david@cvs.rochester.edu Pablo Artal Universidad de Murcia, Spain pablo@um.es Deadline for submissions: October 1, 2003 Target publication date: February 1, 2004 Journal of Vision encourages the use of images, color, movies, hyperlinks, and other digital enhancements. To submit a paper to this special issue please follow the instructions at the journal site. -- Journal of Vision http://journalofvision.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20030925/fdad6c83/attachment.html From sekuler at brandeis.edu Mon Sep 29 11:21:01 2003 From: sekuler at brandeis.edu (Robert Sekuler) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] new interactive demo available Message-ID: I've posted a demo based on the imitation studies I've been doing. They allow people to test their ability to watch a simple action and then imitate what they've seen. Not 100% sure it's appropriate for posting on this site, but here's the url: http://people.brandeis.edu/~sekuler/ImitationDemo/ImitationControl.html Robert Sekuler Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience Volen Center MS013 Brandeis University Waltham MA 02454 US From seri_daisypoh at snec.com.sg Tue Sep 30 08:33:01 2003 From: seri_daisypoh at snec.com.sg (Daisy Poh) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Re: Job Posting References: Message-ID: <007a01c3871a$12a4de40$360bac0a@snec.com.sg> To: The Administrator, VisionScience Kindly post the following job openings for us on your VisionScience website. Thanks and regards Daisy Poh Confidential Secretary (HR) Singapore Eye Research Institute Tel: 6322-4540 Fax: 6323-1903 Singapore Eye Research Institute (SERI) plays a national role in performing visual research in Singapore. We conduct clinical, applied and basic research in ophthalmology and the visual sciences in collaboration with academic, governmental, commercial, pharmaceutical and private institutes at a global level. Our focus areas of research include myopia, ocular stem cell research, ocular surface disease, diabetic eye disease and glaucoma. SERI is an internationally known centre for clinical and basic research on eye disease, located on the campus of the Singapore General Hospital. We currently have immediate openings for the following positions: (1) Research Fellow (Molecular Biologist) We are looking for an individual who has at least two years of experience beyond the doctoral degree, publication record, previous work in array technology, bio-informatics, or other types of expression analysis. The work will center on gene-environment interactions using mouse models of disease. (2) Research Fellow (Chemistry or Biochemistry) We are looking for an individual with a PhD in chemistry or biochemistry with experience in protein chemistry. Work and publications is desired in the area of bio-analytical mass spectrometry or proteomics, including extensive experience in the isolation of proteins or peptides from biological matrices, experience with CapLC/MS/MS using high resolution instruments and knowledge of algorithms forpeptide identification. The ability to work in a team environment is a key requirement. The laboratory uses high resolution mass spectrometry to study many different areas of proteomics, ranging from the identification of protein complexes, to global quantitative proteomics, and proteomic pattern technology for disease diagnostics. The salary package for these positions are competitive. Please send your CV and three letters of reference to the following: Singapore Eye Research Institute 11 Third Hospital Avenue Singapore 168751 www.seri.com.sg Email: seri_daisypoh@snec.com.sg Fax: 6323 1903 (Only shortlisted candidates will be notified) From t.s.meese at aston.ac.uk Tue Sep 30 08:41:36 2003 From: t.s.meese at aston.ac.uk (Tim Meese) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] AVA Xmas Meeting (UK). Call for papers. Message-ID: Apologies to those who have received multiple postings. (This message has been circulated over three different lists) ------------------------------------------------------------- AAAA VV V AAAA A AA VV V A AA A AA VV V A AA AAAAAAA VV V AAAAAAA A AA VV V A AA A AA VV V A AA A AA VVV A AA A AA VV A AA ------------------------------------------------------------- M O V E M E N T S A N D M O M E N T S I N V I S I O N R E S E A R C H ------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------- The eighth Applied Vision Association Christmas Meeting will be held in the Vision Sciences building at Aston University on Wednesday 17th December 2003. Invited talks will be given by: 1) Josh Solomon (City University) 2) Tom Freeman (University of Wales) 3) Linda Bowns (University of Nottingham) Abstracts (max length: 250 words) should be submitted by e-mail to Tim Meese (t.s.meese@aston.ac.uk) by November 1st. Abstracts will be peer reviewed and published in the journal Perception and should cover previously unreported research on any aspect of vision. Abstracts should be in the standard format for ECVP/Perception (including addresses etc), examples of which can be seen at: http://www.perceptionweb.com/perc0100/ava99xms.pdf and http://www.perceptionweb.com/perc0101/index.html References should be given in the body of the abstract in full, but without the title. e.g. (Rayner et al, 2001, Vis Res, 41, 943-954) Abstract submissions should also include: 1) a statement of preference for a talk or a poster 2) an indication of the mode of presentation (power-point [MAC or PC], slides, OHP) for talks. The organisers will try to accommodate preferences for a talk or poster but the number of submissions that this meeting now attracts means that this is not always possible. In particular, authors should note that tardy submissions are less likely to be accepted as talks! Information on how to get to Aston University can be found at: http://www.aston.ac.uk/contact/ Wth the exception of overseas visitors, attendees *should* pay in advance at the registration rate shown below. If needs be, payment will be accepted on the door though credit card facilities might not be available. Overseas visitors may pay on the door but, in any case, we would be most grateful if you could give us advance warning of your intention to attend. R E G I S T R A T I O N F E E S Students Other AVA member 10 18 Non-member 15 30 Payments and notes of intention to attend the meeting should be sent to Julie Taylor (v.e.heath@aston.ac.uk [sic]) at the address below. Julie Taylor Neurosciences Research Institute Aston University Aston Triangle Birmingham B4 7ET UK _______________________________________________ From ohzawa at fbs.osaka-u.ac.jp Wed Oct 1 08:38:01 2003 From: ohzawa at fbs.osaka-u.ac.jp (Izumi Ohzawa) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] PubMedPDF Tools for organizing PDF reprints Message-ID: This probably goes beyond vision science but... If you have trouble managing thousands of PDF reprints downloaded from journal sites , we have a tool for you at the following URL: http://www7.bpe.es.osaka-u.ac.jp/pubmedpdf/ PubMedPDF Tools is a set of Perl and shell scripts for Unix systems for managing a collection of PDF reprints. With a help from PubMed, it automatically files PDF reprints into right folders using right filenames. The resulting well-organized reprint collection can be accessed via web browsers from any OS platform. It's really not my program and I don't know Perl. So, there is no support and you are on your own. Izumi Ohzawa From irtel at psychologie.uni-mannheim.de Thu Oct 2 07:35:01 2003 From: irtel at psychologie.uni-mannheim.de (Hans Irtel) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Workshop on Color Vision Message-ID: <5.1.1.6.0.20031002095839.01b893c8@rumms.uni-mannheim.de> During this year's FarbInfo 2003 ( http://www.uni-mannheim.de/fakul/psycho/irtel/farbinfo/ ) organized by Deutsches Farbenzentrum e.V. ( http://www.deutsches-farbenzentrum.de/ ) there will be held the following Workshop: Color Vision: Thresholds, Contrast, and Colorimetric Applications Organizer: Prof. Dr. Klaus Richter Date: October 11th, 2003, 9:00 Location: University of Mannheim, Germany, Room O 142 Contributions: Prof. Dr. Klaus Richter (BAM and TU Berlin): Basic data, methods and formula to bridge the gap for color differences between threshold differences, the formula CIE DE2000 and large CIELAB color differences Prof. Dr. Hans Irtel & Sven Kief, University of Mannheim (Germany): Color discrimination for diffuse light sources Prof. Dr. Karl R. Gegenfurtner, University of Giessen (Germany): Color discrimination and adaptation Prof. Dr. Claudio Oleari, Physics Institute, Univ. of Parma (Italy): Chromatic opponency functions: Hypotheses and performance on classical psychophysical data Prof. Dr. Osvaldo da Pos, Phychological Department, Univ. of Padua (Italy): Moving visual phantoms induced by chromatic colours Short Contributions from Various Application Areas: Dipl.-Ing. Stefan J?ger (VW Wolfsburg and BAM Berlin): Developmemt and evaluation of a multispectral-imaging device for colorimetry on goniochromatic automobile coatings Dipl.-Physiker Jens Witt (BAM Berlin): Methods for colorimetric output of CIELAB colors on printers and monitors Dipl.-Ing. Ulrich Hintr?ger (BAM Berlin): Linearized relative CIELAB output in printing technology for corresponding colors in different color systems Dipl.-Ing. Hans Wagenknecht (Lasersoft Kiel und BAM Berlin): Change of raw data of scanner and camera systems with IT8- and ISO/IEC-test charts to colorimetric image data End: 13:00 Attending the Workshop is free. Prof. Dr. Hans Irtel University of Mannheim Organizer of FarbInfo 2003 http://www.uni-mannheim.de/fakul/psycho/irtel Farb-Info 2003: http://www.uni-mannheim.de/fakul/psycho/irtel/farbinfo/ Universitaet Mannheim Schloss, EO 265 D-68131 Mannheim Phone: 0621 181 2101 Fax: 0621 181 3135 From mark.mccourt at ndsu.nodak.edu Thu Oct 2 08:24:00 2003 From: mark.mccourt at ndsu.nodak.edu (Mark McCourt) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Cognitive Neuroscience Position Available Message-ID: <001301c38900$34f25d50$6400a8c0@visionscience> Cognitive Neuroscience The Department of Psychology at North Dakota State University announces a tenure-track position in cognitive neuroscience, beginning August 15, 2004. Applicants with research interests and expertise in electrophysiological (high-density topographical ERP) studies of visual or cognitive processes are encouraged to apply. Required qualifications are: Ph.D., strong potential for high-quality research in cognitive neuroscience using human subjects, strong potential and interest in generating external funding for research program, teaching competence in courses in a specialty area and within our curriculum, ability to interact effectively with colleagues and students, and effective oral and written communication skills. We offer a research-friendly teaching load of 3 semester courses per year. A complete description of this position, the Department, and NDSU is available at: www.ndsu.nodak.edu/ndsu/psychology. To apply send a cover letter describing research and teaching interests and accomplishments, a CV, representative publications and other supporting materials, and three letters of recommendation. Submit materials to Mark McCourt, Ph.D., Chair, Cognitive Neuroscience Search Committee, Department of Psychology, North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND 58105-5075. Inquiries are welcome: mark.mccourt@ndsu.nodak.edu, (701) 231-8625. We will begin reviewing applications December 15, 2003, or until the position is filled. NDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031002/5ed43c1b/attachment.html From Dario at psych.ucla.edu Thu Oct 2 11:49:01 2003 From: Dario at psych.ucla.edu (Ringach, Dario) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoc at UCLA Message-ID: A postdoctoral position is available for the study of cortical processing in V1/V2 using micro-fabricated electrode arrays. Preference will be given to candidates with previous expertise in at least one of the following: in-vivo electrophysiology, theoretical neurobiology, or visual psychophysics. UCLA offers an excellent environment for inter-disciplinary vision science (http://visciences.stat.ucla.edu/) and beautiful beaches to ponder about brain function and surf (http://www.hermosawave.net/webcam/). Please email a CV, representative publications, and the names of three references to: dario@ucla.edu. _____________________________________________________________________ Dario Ringach email: dario@ucla.edu Dept of Neurobiology and Psychology phone: (310) 206-5461 Jules Stein Eye Institute fax : (310) 206-5895 Brain Research Institute University of California, Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA 90095-1563 http://manuelita.psych.ucla.edu/~dario From tyrrell at CLEMSON.EDU Thu Oct 2 13:30:02 2003 From: tyrrell at CLEMSON.EDU (Rick Tyrrell) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Faculty position at Clemson University Message-ID: <5.1.1.5.2.20031002152030.0566df70@mail.clemson.edu> Clemson University Department of Psychology invites applications for a full time, tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level beginning Fall 2004. We seek a cognitive neuroscientist or other physiologically-oriented psychologist. Research interests that support our graduate programs in Human Factors and Occupational Health Psychology are desirable. The ability to teach an undergraduate course in Physiological Psychology is required. Other requirements include a PhD in Psychology (by January 2005), a strong research orientation with potential for extramural support, and a commitment to excellence in graduate and undergraduate education. The Department of Psychology at Clemson (http://www.clemson.edu/psych/) is a research-oriented department with 21 full time faculty, 500 undergraduate majors, and graduate training in I-O, Human Factors, and Occupational Health Psychology. Clemson University is a land grant institution with over 17,000 students. The campus is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains near outstanding year-round recreational opportunities. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, current vitae, recent papers, and three letters of reference. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applications received prior to January 9th, 2004. Send applications to: Cognitive Neuroscience Search Committee Chair, Department of Psychology, 418 Brackett Hall, Clemson University, Clemson, SC 29634-1355. Clemson University is a non-discriminatory, affirmative action, equal access employer that invites applications from women and minorities. From rogilmore at psu.edu Tue Oct 7 10:58:01 2003 From: rogilmore at psu.edu (Rick Gilmore) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Developmental neuroscience position at Penn State Message-ID: Please post the following position announcement. Thank you. Rick Gilmore -------------------------- Developmental Neuroscience Search PSYCHOLOGY, PENN STATE. The Department of Psychology at Penn State is broadening a search for candidates for a tenure line faculty position, at any rank, with a specialization in any area of developmental neuroscience for Fall 2004. The department seeks an individual whose research will contribute to the department-wide neuroscience initiative and complement and broaden the capacities of the Department's Child Study Center (CSC) and Penn State's Child, Youth, and Family Consortium (CYFC). The CSC, a unit of the Psychology Department, is dedicated to the integration of developmental and clinical science (http://csc.la.psu.edu). The CYFC is a university-wide consortium dedicated to promoting interdisciplinary collaborations that advance research and outreach to children, youth, and families (http://www.cyfc.psu.edu). Candidates for the position may hold a doctorate in developmental or clinical child psychology (clinical candidates must hold a doctorate from an APA-approved program with an APA-approved internship). Preference will be given to candidates with post doctoral experience. The ideal candidate would bring a research program with a focus on the role of the developing brain in the development of competence and/or psychopathology in childhood (e.g., cognitive neuroscience applied to learning and/or learning difficulties, affective neuroscience applied to the development of emotional and social competence or particular disorders). The ideal candidate would also be interested in collaborating with colleagues in the Psychology Department, other departments at Penn State, and the Hershey Medical School. Please send letter of interest, vita, sample papers, and three letters of references to Pamela M. Cole, Developmental Neuroscience Search Committee, Box M, Department of Psychology, Penn State University, University Park, PA 16802. Review of applications will begin September 15, 2003 and will continue until the position is filled. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031007/1433370a/attachment.html From charlie.fox at fandm.edu Tue Oct 7 11:04:07 2003 From: charlie.fox at fandm.edu (Charles Fox) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] 2 year visiting position Message-ID: Hey everyone, I have held this visiting position for the last 2.5 years and it is great. I am leaving to accept a permanent position and the college has been very supportive of me both while here and in searching for a position. Fred Owens normally holds this position and will return to it in summer 2006. He is around the college and it is possible to collaborate with him; we have done several projects together. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to do some research and teach good students in both psychology and a joint program in biology/psychology. I strongly recommend this as a good position to be in for a couple of years. If you want more information just drop me a note and I?ll be glad to answer anything I can (my email is at the bottom). Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology The Department of Psychology at Franklin & Marshall College announces a two-year visiting position to begin July 1, 2004,in our research-oriented undergraduate department. Initial contract is annual, but will be renewed on evidence of good teaching. We seek a candidate who specializes in perception with an emphasis on perception and action or with interests in sensory processes/psychophysics. Five course per year teaching load includes introductory psychology laboratory, two lecture courses in areas of specialty and interest (one with lab), and an advanced research seminar. The successful candidate will present evidence of excellence in teaching and the ability to initiate and guide student research. Review of applications will begin December 15 and continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application, vita, graduate transcript, three letters of recommendation, and reprints/preprints to: Jack Heller, Chair Franklin & Marshall College Psychology P.O. Box 3003 Lancaster, PA 17604-3003 (717) 2391-4202 jack.heller@fandm.edu Aloha Cf **********F&M **********F&M **********F&M **********F&M ************* Charles R. Fox, O.D., Ph.D., F.A.A.O. Visiting Associate Professor Psychology & Bio Foundations of Behavior Whitely Psychology Laboratories Box 3003 Franklin & Marshall College Lancaster, PA 17604-3003, USA Phone: 717-358-7195 (office) 443-326-2211 (cell) http://www.fandm.edu/departments/psych_new/faculty/fox/ New Address after 1/1/04: cfox@alumni.brandeis.edu -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: text/enriched Size: 2847 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031007/8282a4c4/attachment.bin From speterson at cvs.rochester.edu Tue Oct 7 15:40:03 2003 From: speterson at cvs.rochester.edu (Sara Peterson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] please post on conference webpage Message-ID: Dear colleagues: We are pleased to announce the 24th Center for Visual Science Symposium, titled "Adaptive Representation and Control in Vision", to be held on June 18 - 20, 2004 at the University of Rochester. This meeting will focus on the neural mechanisms responsible for the integration of perceptual processing and various cognitive factors related to the animal's past experience and motivational state. Traditionally, this forum has allowed close interaction among the participants. A limited number of travel awards and fellowship will be provided for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. For further information, please visit: http://www.cvs.rochester.edu/symposium.html. Sincerely, Organizing Committee of the 24th CVS symposium Daeyeol Lee Daphne Bavelier Tatiana Pasternak PRELIMINARY PROGRAM OF THE 24TH CVS SYMPOSIUM ADAPTIVE REPRESENTATION AND CONTROL IN VISION Session I. Perceptual learning (Friday, 6/18, AM) YANG DAN, University of California, Berkeley CHARLES GILBERT, Rockefeller University TAKEO WATANABE, Boston University MARVIN CHUN, Yale University Session II. Working Memory and Representation (Friday, 6/18, PM) ROBERT DESIMONE, National Institute of Health TANIA PASTERNAK, University of Rochester YASUSHI MIYASHITA, Tokyo University Session III. Working memory and Control (Saturday, 6/19, AM) TODD BRAVER, Washington University at St. Louis MARK D'ESPOSITO, University of California, Berkeley EARL MILLER, Massachusetts Institute of Technology JUN TANJI, Tohoku University Session IV. Decision making (Saturday, 6/19, PM) MICHAEL SHADLEN, University of Washington LESLIE UNGERLEIDER, National Institute of Health DAEYEOL LEE, University of Rochester JEFFREY SCHALL, Vanderbilt University Session V. Cortico-cortical interactions (Sunday, 6/20, AM) MATT WILSON, Massachusetts Institute of Technology SHAUL HOCHSTEIN, Hebrew University PETER DAYAN, University College London CHRISTOF KOCH, California Institute of Technology From dan at tsolab.org Tue Oct 7 18:45:01 2003 From: dan at tsolab.org (Dan Tso) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoc position available in visual neurophysiology Message-ID: <200310080045.h980jKf11687@tsolab.org> Title of Position: Postdoctoral Associate in Visual Neurophysiology Date position is available: immediately Requirements: (some of the following) experience in CNS electrophysiology, visual psychophysics, awake behaving primate preparations, computer programming, fMRI techniques. Field of work and duties: Participation in a research program studying information processing, connectivity, functional organization, and neuronal dynamics in the visual cortex, involving single unit electrophysiology, anatomical tracing, awake behaving primates and optical imaging. Research topics include color vision, neuronal connectivity and relationships between physiology and psychophysics. Principal Investigator: Daniel Ts'o SUNY Syracuse, NY (315)-464-5531 dantso@hotmail.com From geisler at psyvax.psy.utexas.edu Wed Oct 8 12:54:00 2003 From: geisler at psyvax.psy.utexas.edu (Bill Geisler) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:41 2005 Subject: [vslist] Faculty Position at UT Austin Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.2.20031008134828.0267b428@mail.utexas.edu> FACULTY POSITION IN COMPUTER VISION / COMPUTATIONAL NEUROSCIENCE The Center for Perceptual Systems at The University of Texas at Austin is currently inviting applications for a full-time appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level to begin September 1, 2004. Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent from an accredited institution and a demonstrated ability to pursue an independent research program. Salary will be commensurate with experience. We are particularly interested in candidates who will be able to establish a strong research program in computer vision and/or computational neuroscience. The successful candidate will hold an appointment in an appropriate university department (e.g., Computer Science, Psychology, Neurobiology), will be expected to develop and maintain an extramurally funded research program, and will be expected to participate in teaching activities at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. For more information about Center for Perceptual Systems see http://www.cps.utexas.edu. Interested applicants should send a letter of interest, three letters of recommendation, a research statement, a current curriculum vita, a homepage URL, representative scholarly publications, and evidence/potential for excellence in teaching to: Professor Wilson Geisler, CPS Search Committee, Department of Psychology, 108 E. Dean Keeton St., University of Texas, Austin, Texas 78712. Applications will be considered immediately. For full consideration, please apply by January 16, 2004. The University of Texas is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031008/fa94c82f/attachment.html From announcements at journalofvision.org Thu Oct 9 18:38:01 2003 From: announcements at journalofvision.org (Journal of Vision) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] Journal of Vision, Volume 3, Issue 8 Message-ID: <001201c38ec5$89798590$020100c0@datajov> Journal of Vision Volume 3, Number 8, Pages 527 - 585 DOI 10:1167/3.8 http://www.journalofvision.org/3/8/ ISSN 1534-7362 Articles Cross- and Iso- oriented surrounds modulate the contrast response function: The effect of surround contrast Cong Yu Stanley A. Klein Dennis M. Levi http://journalofvision.org/3/8/1/ The effect of perceived surface orientation on perceived surface albedo in binocularly viewed scenes H. Boyaci L. T. Maloney S. Hersh http://journalofvision.org/3/8/2/ Binocular coordination of saccades at far and at near in children and in adults Qing Yang Zoi Kapoula http://journalofvision.org/3/8/3/ Occlusion cues resolve sudden onsets into morphing or line motion, disocclusion, and sudden materialization Alex O. Holcombe http://journalofvision.org/3/8/4/ Maximum likelihood difference scaling Laurence T. Maloney Joong Nam Yang http://journalofvision.org/3/8/5/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031009/febd6d7f/attachment.html From schreiber at genista.de Fri Oct 10 08:59:01 2003 From: schreiber at genista.de (Kai Schreiber) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] pdf/reference organizer Message-ID: <3F85BF95.3374.AF35542@localhost> Like the pdf organizing tool recently posted on this list by Izumi Ohzawa, this is not specific to vision science. If you never heard of BibTeX, please ignore this post, it's not for you. I you have a reference library for BibTeX and/or want to keep track of numerous pdfs, and are working in MS Windows, I have a useful tool. BiBLE manages reference libraries, automatically imports references from PubMed and makes them available for citing in BibTeX, has flexible sorting and filtering functionality. It can at the same time keep track of where your paper reprints and pdf files are. BiBLE was written by me. So if you find a bug I'll probably fix it. However, there is no formal support or guarantee at all. BiBLE is freeware. The manual and download page is here: http://www.genista.de/kai/bible/bible.html Cheers, Kai -- Kai Schreiber PhD, School of Optometry, UC Berkeley 360 Minor Hall, Berkeley, CA 94720-2020, USA Phone ++1 510 642 7710 http://genista.de/kai/kschreiber.html From peter.west at crsltd.com Fri Oct 10 11:07:00 2003 From: peter.west at crsltd.com (Peter West) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] Job Posting Message-ID: Cambridge Research Systems are recruiting. We are looking for a Staff Scientist for a Sales and Support role. CRS was founded in 1985 by Professor John Robson FRS and his son, Tom Robson, to design and manufacture equipment for Vision Scientists. Now the market leader in this field, we remain dedicated to scientific and technical excellence in our growing range of solutions for both basic and clinical research. The position would suit a recent vision science post-doc or a more senior person, looking for a change of career that will build on their academic training, and reward enthusiasm and drive for success. For more details see our web http://www.crsltd.com/documents/StaffScientistOctober2003.pdf -- Peter West - Technical Director Cambridge Research Systems Ltd. tel: +44 (0)1634 720707 fax: +44 (0)1634 720719 http://www.crsltd.com From jelder at yorku.ca Fri Oct 10 13:24:00 2003 From: jelder at yorku.ca (James Elder) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] Tenure-Track position in Quantitative Methods/Statistics Message-ID: <3F87054D.4020801@yorku.ca> Tenure-Track position in Quantitative Methods/Statistics at the Assistant Professor Level Applications are invited for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor level in Quantitative Methods/Statistics. York's Psychology Department (Arts) is one of the largest in North America, and offers doctoral programs in a number of areas. Candidates will be expected to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Statistics and to maintain an active research program in Quantitative Methods/Statistics for psychological data. A PhD in Psychology is required. The position, to commence July 1, 2004, is subject to budgetary approval. York University is an Affirmative Action Employer. The Affirmative Action Program can be found on York's website at http://www.yorku.ca/acadjobs/index.htm, or a copy can be obtained by calling the affirmative action office at 416-736-5713. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and relevant reprints and arrange to have three letters of reference sent to Professor Esther Greenglass, Chair, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Arts, 296 BSB, York University, 4700 Keele Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M3J 1P3; phone: (416) 736 5116, fax (416) 736 5814. Review of applications will begin October 31, 2003 and continue until the position is filled. From ogmen at incaroads.ee.uh.edu Fri Oct 10 14:20:01 2003 From: ogmen at incaroads.ee.uh.edu (Haluk Ogmen) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] Faculty Position in Neuro-Engineering, University of Houston Message-ID: <200310102009.h9AK9Fh13918@incaroads.ee.uh.edu> Faculty Position in Neuro-Engineering University of Houston Electrical and Computer Engineering -- www.egr.uh.edu/ece As part of its expanded emphasis in Neuro-Engineering, the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE) at the University of Houston invites applications for a junior-level (Assistant Professor) tenure-track position. Our present strengths are in visual perception and neuro-signal analysis/modeling with current funding from NIH, NSF, and the State of Texas. While all areas of neuro-engineering will be considered, candidates with research expertise in neural implants are especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will have an earned doctorate in electrical engineering or related discipline and possess a record of scholarship appropriate to their experience level. The appointment will be effective August 16, 2004. The successful candidate can expect a highly competitive start-up package and numerous opportunities for collaboration. In addition, qualified candidates are expected to develop a funded research program, and to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will become a member of the newly established University of Houston Center for Neuro-Engineering and Cognitive Science (www.egr.uh.edu/cnecs), which offers an excellent environment for multi-disciplinary research and collaboration. The proximity of the Texas Medical Center offers further collaboration opportunities. The University of Houston is a public university with 23,000 undergraduates and 9,000 graduate students located in a park-like campus a few minutes from downtown. The ECE Department has 31 tenure-track faculty, 850 undergraduates and 300 graduate students. The candidates should send a curriculum vita, a cover letter that includes research and teaching interests, copies of selected publications, and the names of at least three references to: Dr. Fritz Claydon, Professor and Chair of the Search Committee Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering N308 Engineering Bldg. 1 University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204-4005. To ensure full consideration, applicants should respond by Jan. 15, 2004, though review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The University of Houston is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. From luisd at city.ac.uk Sat Oct 11 11:43:00 2003 From: luisd at city.ac.uk (Luis Diaz-Santana) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] PhD Studentship, City University, London Message-ID: <698337E2-FC11-11D7-B041-000A9589C56E@city.ac.uk> PhD Studentship A postgraduate full time PhD studentship is available in the Applied Vision Research Centre within the Department of Optometry and Visual Science at City University in London. State of the art technologies for retinal imaging, such as Scanning Laser Ophthalmoscopy and Adaptive Optics are ultimately limited by ocular scattering. One of the aims of this project is to understand the limitations that retinal scattering imposes in such imaging techniques to propose possible alternatives or solutions to the problem. More importantly, the project will address fundamental understanding of the interaction of light with retinal tissue for, developing in the future new assessment and diagnostic tools based on scattering, as opposed to the traditional techniques based on imaging. The project will study the interaction of light with retinal tissue by means of speckle interferometry. The project is funded by EPSRC and is a collaborative project with the Institute of Ophthalmology, UCL. The successful candidate will have funding for 3 years and register as a research student at City University in a course leading towards a PhD. The funding will cover a bursary for living in London plus course fees at UK rates. Applicants will possess a first-class Honours (or equivalent) degree in Physics, Optics or Engineering and/or an MSc in a similar subject. The AVRC at City University is part of the Institute of Health Sciences, which brings together a number of very strong research groups and provides an excellent base for vision related interdisciplinary research studies. Research areas in the Centre cover topics concerned with fundamental visual processes, ophthalmic and physiological optics, vision care and clinical practice, visual neuroscience and the development of specialised instrumentation for non-invasive objective responses with emphasis on clinical applications. For further information please contact Dr. Luis Diaz-Santana on 0207 040 8335 or e-mail , or contact Elizabeth Caine for an application form. -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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The lab employs a multi-disciplinary approach including psychophysical assessments, single and multi-unit recording, optical imaging, and fMRI in behaving nonhuman primates. The University of Minnesota offers an active group of vision researchers (http://vision.psych.umn.edu), a diverse neuroscience community (http://www.neurosci.umn.edu), and a renowned magnetic resonance center (http://www.cmrr.umn.edu). Please email a CV and the names of 3 references to Geoff Ghose (geoff@cmrr.umn.edu). -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: GnuPG v1.2.3 (Darwin) iEYEARECAAYFAj+MNRMACgkQqjXIZ5vyiW8zsgCdE2hgGJK1lqfhUf6SisfM1gzv q+wAnRHIN0PKU2qOVe4Y/oTDzDCn2C5a =yIQI -----END PGP SIGNATURE----- From tom.troscianko at bristol.ac.uk Tue Oct 14 12:16:01 2003 From: tom.troscianko at bristol.ac.uk (Tom Troscianko) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoc job at Bristol University In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Postdoc job at Bristol UniversityApplications are invited for a 36-month project funded by the prestigious EPSRC Adventure Fund. The aim of the project is to attempt to build a conscious robot, which will be able to inspect scenes with a visual system made similar to that of humans (e.g. with fovea and saccadic eye movements), and act on the visual information - by moving itself to within grasping range of objects, and grasping these using an arm with fingers. The project is a collaboration between the University of Bristol (Professor Tom Troscianko and Dr Iain Gilchrist) and the University of Essex (Owen Holland). This is an advertisement for the University of Bristol post, which is for a postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Experimental Psychology including its wider links to the Cognition and Information Technology Research Centre, COGNIT - see http://cognit.psy.bris.ac.uk/. The aim of this post is to write computer software (on a Linux or UNIX platform) to analyse the visual input to the robot, and use this to formulate control outputs to the motoric systems of the eye, body, arm, and fingers. Job requirements for this post include a PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or allied disciplines, and an ability to understand the neuroscience of vision, attention, and action. Grade : Grade 1A Salary : ?24,121- ?25,451 Contact: ( Department of Experimental Psychology ) Professor T Troscianko E-mail: tom.troscianko@bristol.ac.uk Tel: 0117 928 8565 Alternative Contact: ( Department of Experimental Psychology ) Dr I Gilchrist E-mail: I.D.Gilchrist@bristol.ac.uk Tel: 0117 928 9004 Closing Date : 17 November 2003 Interview Date : 16 December 2003 Anticipated Start Date : 1 February 2004 Contract : Fixed term contract until 31 January 2007 Further details and an application form can be found at https://www.bris.ac.uk/boris/jobs/ads?ID=16033 Alternatively you can telephone (0117) 954 6947, minicom (0117) 928 8894 or E-Mail Recruitment@bris.ac.uk (stating postal address ONLY), quoting reference number 9763. The closing date for applications is 9.00am, 17 November 2003 An Equal Opportunities Employer. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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For more information, contact Search Coordinator Jennifer Prager, Department of Psychology/296, University of Nevada, Reno, NV 89557 (775/784-6828x2001, email at jcprager@unr.nevada.edu, or view at http://jobs.unr.edu.) Female and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. AA/EOE. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031015/52ad27cc/attachment.html From yaoda at wjh.harvard.edu Thu Oct 16 08:29:01 2003 From: yaoda at wjh.harvard.edu (Yaoda Xu) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] OPAM pre-registration Message-ID: <3F8DFDB6.4070708@wjh.harvard.edu> Dear All: This is just a quick note that today would have been the last day to pre-register for OPAM. Because we have only received a small number of registrations to date, we have extended the pre-registration deadline to Friday, October 17. Starting Saturday, October 18, we will impose a late fee of $5. This fee will also apply to anyone already registered who hasn't yet paid the conference fee. (Authors are also asked to register.) The reason it is important for a conference like OPAM to collect fees well in advance of the date of the conference is that there is no formal organization that is OPAM. We do not collect membership fees; and our conferences are financed each year exclusively by the registration fees collected for that year alone. Expenses like A/V equipment, conference room, and poster board rentals, refreshments, abstract books, etc. (amounting to well over $1000) are charged well in advance of the conference and must be covered initially in part by the organizers. Likewise, any deficits will fall to the organizers because there is no organization to absorb these deficits. Unlike Psychonomics, also, we do not collect $8 in commission per hotel room from the conference hotel(s). We therefore ask that you register as soon as possible and avail yourself of our online credit card payment option. We would also like to thank all those of you who have already registered for this year's conference. Thank you for your understanding, Alejandro Lleras (alleras@psych.ubc.ca) Robert Rauschenberger (rauschen@u.arizona.edu) Yaoda Xu (yaoda@wjh.harvard.edu) From laurent at staps.univ-mrs.fr Thu Oct 16 08:35:02 2003 From: laurent at staps.univ-mrs.fr (Eric Laurent) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] Ph.D. defense : An ecological approach to cognitive expertise Message-ID: Dear vslist readers, I am announcing the defense of my Ph.D. thesis "AN ECOLOGICAL APPROACH TO COGNITIVE EXPERTISE". The defence will be held on Monday 20 October 2003, in Marseilles, France at the Centre International de Rencontres Math?matiques CNRS annex (Meeting Room) 163, Avenue de Luminy Case 916 13288 MARSEILLE Cedex 09 France http://www.cirm.univ-mrs.fr/ If for some reason you are currently (or will be at the time of the defense) in the neighborhood of Marseilles, I would be pleased to welcome you. You will find a short description of the work below. Sincerely, Eric Laurent -- Eric Laurent Lecturer, University of Avignon & E.-J. Marey Federative Research Institute on Movement and Perception "Expertise" Team 163 Avenue de Luminy, CP 910 13288 MARSEILLE CEDEX 09 FRANCE e-mail: laurent@staps.univ-mrs.fr Web: http://www.ericlaurent.com ```````````````````````````````````````````````` ```````````````````````````````````````````````` ????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? Title AN ECOLOGICAL APPROACH TO COGNITIVE EXPERTISE ????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? Jury members Reinoud J. Bootsma (Professeur des Universit?s, Universit? de la M?diterran?e, Marseille) I. Jonathan Grainger (Directeur de Recherche au CNRS, CNRS & Universit? de Provence, Aix-en-Provence) Hubert Ripoll (Professeur des Universit?s, Universit? de la M?diterran?e, Marseille, directeur de th?se) Victor Rosenthal (Charg? de Recherche ? l'INSERM, INSERM U-324, Paris, rapporteur) Bernard Thon (Professeur des Universit?s, Universit? Paul Sabatier, Toulouse, rapporteur) ????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? Summary This thesis deals with the development of a functionalist, ecological approach to cognitive expertise. In the first part, a global review of the works that focus on cognitive expertise in our application domain (sport and physical activities) is carried out. The review makes it salient that some stable characteristics limit the validity of existing models. Main concerns are related to the neglect of the bounded character of human cognitive resources, the general and non-specific character of algorithms that are chosen to give a description of expert processing, the finite, fixed and adequate character of the perceptual encoding procedures, and the disembodiment of expertise which is reduced to an accumulation of symbolic ?knowledge? stored in long term memory. In order to overcome identified limits, four major theoretical frameworks are gathered to settle the foundations of a functionalist approach to conception-perception-action links: The bounded rationality approach (Gigerenzer et al., 2001), the ecological approach of the perception-action coupling (Gibson, 1979; O?Regan & No?, 2001), interactionist approaches to perception and conceptual categorization (Harnad, 1987; Goldstone et al., 2000; Schyns et al., 1998), and microgenetic approaches of forms (Cadiot & Visetti, 2000; Rosenthal, 2002). On this basis, the experimental program is aimed at testing the hypothesis of a mutual influence between conceptual processes on the one hand and phenomenal and search perceptual processes on the other hand. The first experiment shows that oculomotor behaviors of individuals are coupled as a function of expertise to perception of differences in discrimination tasks involving schematic scenes of basketball game. This coordination is dependent upon individual factors but also upon exposure conditions to the environment: During the second experiment expert visual behaviors and discrimination performance are changed when the two configurations to compare are presented under different orientation conditions. In the three following experiments, the hypothesis of acquired categorical influences on the perceptual discrimination process was tested and validated in expert basketball players. An increased sensitivity was found for these individuals when configurations belonged to different categories of players? organization. Nonetheless, data suggest that in experts scene comparison does not rely on a linguistic labeling process. It seems rather that they bear on relatively global invariant features whose relevance is linked to their diagnosticity in conceptual tasks which are effected on a daily basis. Results are interpreted in the framework of categorical perception, and then a functionalist approach, which links information search processes and phenomenology of perception to other information processing systems, is developed. At the end, the concept of environment is discussed and the one of distributed intentionality is introduced to propose a framework for the study of coordination between different information processing systems. Keywords: ecological approach, conception-perception coupling, categorical perception, categorization, eye movements, forms -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031016/16c67f3f/attachment.html From adelson at ai.mit.edu Thu Oct 16 11:11:01 2003 From: adelson at ai.mit.edu (Edward Adelson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] MIT faculty positions Message-ID: MIT's Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences anticipates making two faculty appointments at the Assistant Professor level in cognitive science or cognitive neuroscience. Applicants should be conducting cognitive science or cognitive neuroscience research with humans in the areas of vision, learning, memory, attention, motor control, language, knowledge representation, development, or computational modeling of cognition. Applications should identify the area for which the individual is applying, and should describe the candidate's research and teaching interests. Please enclose a CV and representative reprints, and arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to the search committee. Review of applications will begin October 1, 2003. Send applications to: Cognitive Search Committee, E25-406, MIT, Cambridge, MA 02139. Information about the department can be found at http://web.mit.edu/bcs/. Qualified women and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply. MIT is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. From rraborn at uh.edu Thu Oct 16 12:33:01 2003 From: rraborn at uh.edu (Robin Raborn) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] UH Job Announcement Message-ID: TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITIONS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON: The Department of Psychology at the University of Houston anticipates filling four tenure-track positions at the level of Assistant or early Associate Professor for the coming year as part of a continuing major expansion of the Department. The positions are in the following areas: Industrial/Organizational, Psychometrics/Quantitative Methods, Biological Bases of Behavior, and Social/Cognition. Candidates for all positions should demonstrate a record predictive of future scholarly productivity, potential and commitment to develop a nationally competitive program of research, and the ability to contribute to undergraduate and doctoral programs. The Department of Psychology is one of 14 departments in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (See: http://www.psychology.uh.edu). More than 110 graduate students are enrolled in the Clinical (APA approved), Industrial/Organizational, or Social/Health Psychology programs. Content area applicants with strong quantitative and/or methodological skills have the opportunity to contribute to the Department?s offerings in quantitative methods, while applicants in Psychometric/Quantitative Methods have the opportunity to affiliate with one or more of the Department?s doctoral programs. Applicants interested in cross-area affiliations are specifically encouraged to apply. The University of Houston is one of the most culturally and ethnically diverse public universities in the nation, with roughly 36,000 students on the main campus. The 800+ faculty members generate approximately $72M annually in external funding for research. The presence of nationally-ranked doctoral, professional, and undergraduate programs in many disciplines along with nationally prominent university research centers such as the Texas Learning and Computation Center, and the Texas Institute for Measurement, Evaluation, and Statistics creates an exciting and synergistic academic environment that affords faculty unique opportunities for multidisciplinary training programs and research. Located in the heart of the nation?s fourth largest city, the main campus closely reflects the multi-national, multi-cultural, and entrepreneurial spirit of the city that is home to the nation?s space program and more Fortune 100 companies than any other US city, including international leaders in energy, health care, technology, and transportation. The University of Houston and surrounding city offer not only superior opportunities for research and professional development, but also provide a great place to live. The city has all the cultural and entertainment amenities that one would expect in a large city with a climate that permits the pursuit of most outdoor activities throughout the year. Ten minutes away is the world?s largest medical center, the Texas Medical Center (TMC), consisting of 42 institutions that include the University of Texas?Houston Health Sciences Center, Baylor College of Medicine, and the VA Medical Center. We are linked to the TMC though federal grants, research institutes, faculty appointments, student practicum placements, and research. Rice University, with whom we also have long-term connections, is nearby as well. We also maintain extensive partnerships with industries, school districts, and mental health groups in the greater Houston area for research, training, and consulting. The Department currently occupies approximately 35,000 sq. ft. of research, office, and clinic space, including the Psychological Research and Services Center (PRSC), a departmental facility that houses the majority of on-campus clinical research as well as the Clinical Psychology program?s training clinic (See: http://www.uh.edu/prsc/). Additional information on the University is available at http://www.uh.edu, and on the Department of Psychology at http://www.psychology.uh.edu. Review of candidates for each position will begin December 1, 2003 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should send a cover letter describing teaching and research interests, curriculum vita, representative recent reprints and preprints of publications, and three reference letters to the Chair of the respective search committee (see below). The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 1. I/O PSYCHOLOGY. The I/O graduate program at the University of Houston has been preparing students for careers in academia, consulting, and industry since 1950. It is one of the oldest and most respected programs in the country. The UH program subscribes to the scientist-practitioner model and is committed to training students fully qualified for either academic or applied settings. Potential for scholarly productivity is more important than the specific area of expertise within I/O Psychology. However, we are especially interested in candidates who are committed to building a nationally competitive program of research and contributing to existing departmental strengths in occupational health psychology and quantitative methods. We are also interested in candidates whose research interests would be enhanced by relocating to Houston where unique opportunities exist for applied research and data collection. These opportunities include local access to industry leaders in energy, health care, international business, and transportation, including the Texas Medical Center, one of the world?s largest, which provides special opportunities to study occupational health issues. Finally, Houston is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the nation, providing access to an ideal environment for the study of diversity and its implications in employment settings. For additional information or to apply, contact: Jim Campion, Ph.D., I/O Search Committee Chair, Department of Psychology, University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204-5022 (jcampion@uh.edu). 2. PSYCHOMETRICS/QUANTITATIVE METHODS. All doctoral programs in the Department emphasize students? quantitative training, require a minimum of four semesters of coursework in measurement and statistics, and allow students to complete a formal departmental minor in quantitative methods. The successful faculty candidate will demonstrate the potential and commitment to develop an outstanding program of research, secure external funding, and excel in the teaching and training of students through formal instruction and through membership on and chairing of thesis and dissertation committees. Candidates are especially sought who are willing to collaborate with other faculty in research, or whose research interests would support departmental research foci in anxiety and depression, evidence-based assessments and interventions, developmental disabilities and neurotrauma, health psychology and close personal relations, and industrial organizational psychology and occupational health.. Strengths in psychometrics and applied psychological measurement, including item response methods and their application, are preferred but candidates with interests in experimental design, regression, multivariate methods, categorical and latent class models, and/or robust statistics will also be considered. Primary and secondary affiliations with the Department?s doctoral programs in I/O, Social/Health, and Clinical and Clinical Neuropsychology are encouraged whenever appropriate. For additional information or to apply, contact: Joe Carbonari, Ed.D., Quantitative Search Committee Chair, Department of Psychology, University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204-5022 (jcarbonari@uh.edu). 3. BIOLOGICAL BASES OF BEHAVIOR. Candidates are sought with expertise in biological psychology, which is defined to include behavioral and cognitive neuroscience. Specific area of expertise is open, but preference will be given to applicants with a special interest in development. The successful candidate will demonstrate the potential and commitment to develop an outstanding program of research, secure external funding, and excel in the teaching and training of graduate and undergraduate students through formal instruction and mentoring of student research. Candidates with research interests that involve either human or nonhuman subjects will be considered. Undergraduate and graduate teaching responsibilities will include courses in biological psychology and biological development. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to supervise graduate students in clinical psychology and clinical neuropsychology and to participate in the creation of a new graduate program in developmental cognitive neuroscience, which will cover the life span, but with special emphasis on early development. Current faculty interests include visual perception, conscious and unconscious perception, inter-hemispheric transfer and the cerebral commissures, hemispheric specialization, the development of language and bilingualism, and cognitive and neurobehavioral variability. Collaborative research may be undertaken with faculty in other departments and colleges at the University of Houston (e.g., biology, medical imaging, engineering, pharmacy and optometry) and in the Texas Medical Center. Other collaborative opportunities may be found at Rice University, NASA, and the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. For additional information or to apply, contact: H. Julia Hannay, Ph.D., Biological Bases of Behavior Search Committee Chair, Department of Psychology, University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204-5022 (jhannay@uh.edu). 4. SOCIAL COGNITION. The Social/Health Program of the Department of Psychology at the University of Houston seeks to hire in the area of social cognition at the level of Assistant or early Associate Professor. The successful candidate will demonstrate the potential and commitment to develop an outstanding program of research, secure external funding, and excel in the teaching and training of graduate and undergraduate students through formal instruction and mentoring of student research. Evidence of scholarly productivity and the ability to build a program of research in social cognition that may relate to research areas and the department?s existing doctoral programs are important. Current research emphases in the Social/Health Psychology Program include close relationships and personal motivation, addiction, prevention of adolescent problem behaviors, and physiological correlates of stress. For additional information or to apply, contact: Richard Evans, Ph.D., Social Psychology Search Committee Chair, Department of Psychology, University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204-5022 (rievans@uh.edu). From yaoda at wjh.harvard.edu Thu Oct 16 12:51:01 2003 From: yaoda at wjh.harvard.edu (Yaoda Xu) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] OPAM pre-registration Message-ID: <3F8EF36C.8090504@wjh.harvard.edu> Dear All: Sorry I forgot to mention in my last email that if you would like to pre-register for OPAM, please go to our web site at: www.opam.net. Thanks. - Yaoda Xu P.S. Below is the message I sent out earlier. -------- Original Message -------- Subject: [vslist] OPAM pre-registration Date: Wed, 15 Oct 2003 21:08:54 -0500 From: Yaoda Xu Reply-To: yaoda@wjh.harvard.edu To: vslist@visionscience.com Dear All: This is just a quick note that today would have been the last day to pre-register for OPAM. Because we have only received a small number of registrations to date, we have extended the pre-registration deadline to Friday, October 17. Starting Saturday, October 18, we will impose a late fee of $5. This fee will also apply to anyone already registered who hasn't yet paid the conference fee. (Authors are also asked to register.) The reason it is important for a conference like OPAM to collect fees well in advance of the date of the conference is that there is no formal organization that is OPAM. We do not collect membership fees; and our conferences are financed each year exclusively by the registration fees collected for that year alone. Expenses like A/V equipment, conference room, and poster board rentals, refreshments, abstract books, etc. (amounting to well over $1000) are charged well in advance of the conference and must be covered initially in part by the organizers. Likewise, any deficits will fall to the organizers because there is no organization to absorb these deficits. Unlike Psychonomics, also, we do not collect $8 in commission per hotel room from the conference hotel(s). We therefore ask that you register as soon as possible and avail yourself of our online credit card payment option. We would also like to thank all those of you who have already registered for this year's conference. Thank you for your understanding, Alejandro Lleras (alleras@psych.ubc.ca) Robert Rauschenberger (rauschen@u.arizona.edu) Yaoda Xu (yaoda@wjh.harvard.edu) _______________________________________________ http://www.visionscience.com/mailman/listinfo/vslist From ccolby at cnbc.cmu.edu Thu Oct 16 13:46:01 2003 From: ccolby at cnbc.cmu.edu (Carol Colby) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] Primate physiology faculty position Message-ID: <8B31366D-000F-11D8-A1CF-000393AD6B54@cnbc.cmu.edu> > COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE FACULTY POSITION > UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH > > The Department of Neuroscience and the Center for the Neural Basis of > Cognition announce the search for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in > the area of cognitive neuroscience, pending budgetary approval. The > appointment would begin with the Fall Term 2004. We are particularly > interested in recruiting an investigator studying the neural mechanisms > of higher cognitive functions in awake, behaving primates. Additional > information can be found on the websites for the Department > (www.pitt.edu/~neurosci) and Center (www.cnbc.cmu.edu). Applicants > should submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, > representative publications, and three letters of recommendation as > soon > as possible to: Dr. Carol Colby, Chair, Search Committee, Department of > Neuroscience, 446 Crawford Hall, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, > PA 15260 or e-mail to search@bns.pitt.edu. Review of applications will > begin November 15, 2003 and continue until the position is filled. The > University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity > Employer. Women and members of minority groups under-represented in > academia are especially encouraged to apply. From nprins at olemiss.edu Fri Oct 17 16:23:00 2003 From: nprins at olemiss.edu (Nick Prins) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] Cognitive Psychology Position Available Message-ID: <5.1.1.6.1.20031017165017.00b82b28@sunset.olemiss.edu> THE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI (http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/psychology) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level to begin in August 2004. The position is in COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY with the area of specialization within cognitive psychology open. Applicants must be able to contribute, in the form of teaching and research supervision, to the undergraduate and graduate programs. Candidates should have a record of research productivity and a plan for developing and maintaining a substantive research program that could attract external funding. Teaching responsibilities may include courses in the individual's area of expertise, statistics and research methods. The successful candidate is expected to have the Ph.D. degree by the time of appointment. The university is located in Oxford, which has been consistently ranked as one of the top small college towns in the U.S. Interested persons should send a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a description of research interests, selected reprints or preprints, summary evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of reference to Cognitive Search Committee, Department of Psychology, University of Mississippi, University, MS 38677. Review of materials will begin December 15, 2003 and continue until the position is filled or an adequate applicant pool is reached. The University of Mississippi is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer. _________________________________________________________ Nicolaas Prins, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Department of Psychology 302 D Peabody Building University of Mississippi University, MS 38677 Phone: (662) 915-1207 Fax: (662) 915-5398 e-mail: nprins@olemiss.edu http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/psychology/Faculty/Pages/Prins.htm __________________________________________________________ From dgodwin at wfubmc.edu Tue Oct 21 18:51:01 2003 From: dgodwin at wfubmc.edu (Dwayne Godwin) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoctoral Position in Thalamic Physiology Message-ID: Postdoctoral Position in Physiology of the Thalamus A position is available for research projects investigating the systems, cellular and molecular biological properties of thalamic neurons, with an emphasis on the role of t-type calcium channels. Projects involve investigating the cell biology, pharmacology, and regulation of these channels in cell lines and brain slices, including opportunities to study non-human primates with combined molecular and physiological approaches. Areas of particular interest include the neuromodulation of these channels, including the regulation of channel expression in both normal and pathophysiological states and as a consequence of substance abuse. We have several presentations at the Society for Neuroscience meeting, and will meet there if arranged in advance. Both predoctoral and postdoctoral trainees have successfully captured individual funding. Wake Forest University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply. Send CV and statement of research interests to: Dwayne W. Godwin, Associate Professor, Department of Neurobiology and Anatomy, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC 27157 or email at dgodwin@wfubmc.edu . For a list of some of our current projects see http://www.wfubmc.edu/nba/faculty/godwin/dwg.html . From announcements at journalofvision.org Tue Oct 21 19:26:01 2003 From: announcements at journalofvision.org (Journal of Vision) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] New features at Journal of Vision Message-ID: The Journal of Vision has added new features for browsing and searching. We have added a navigation bar, just beneath the JOV header, that allows you to select a table of contents for the journal, a volume, or an issue, and to display it as icons, text, or both. Try it and see. We have also added four new navigation buttons at the top right in the header. They quickly take you to the relevant parts of the Journal of Vision: Articles, Information, Subscribe, and Search. We have also collected all of the important information about the journal into a single Information page, so that you can easily find what you need. Reach it by clicking the Information button at the upper right. The search engine is completely new. Among other things, it allows you to find how often you have been cited in the journal (put your name in the References field and click Search; if you want to add an initial, use quotes, e.g., "williams, d"). The format of the search results depends on the search criteria: if you search on "Author Affiliation," affiliations will be displayed - Try kettlewell or "new york university" (in quotes). Likewise, if you search using the Keywords field, keywords will be displayed. On the abstract page, the "Search Journal of Vision for papers that cite this paper" button is now fully functional. Try it at http://journalofvision.org/1/1/3/. We hope you enjoy these new features. If you have a comment, or if there is another feature you would like to see added, please contact us at support@journalofvision.org. (Tip: You may need to empty your browser cache to get an up-to-date view of the new pages.) -- Journal of Vision http://journalofvision.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031021/44a7a536/attachment.html From seri_paulinetay at snec.com.sg Wed Oct 22 07:58:01 2003 From: seri_paulinetay at snec.com.sg (Pauline Tay) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] Re: Job Posting Message-ID: To the Administrator, VisionScience Kindly post the following job openings for us on your VisionScience website. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- Singapore Eye Research Institute (SERI) plays a national role in performing visual research in Singapore. We conduct clinical, applied and basic research in ophthalmology and the visual sciences in collaboration with academic, governmental, commercial, pharmaceutical and private institutes at a global level. Our focus areas of research include myopia, ocular stem cell research, ocular surface disease, diabetic eye disease and glaucoma. SERI is an internationally known centre for clinical and basic research on eye disease, located on the campus of the Singapore General Hospital. We currently have immediate openings for the following positions: (1) Research Fellow (Molecular Biologist) We are looking for an individual who has at least two years of experience beyond the doctoral degree, publication record, previous work in array technology, bio-informatics, or other types of expression analysis. The work will center on gene-environment interactions using mouse models of disease. (2) Research Fellow (Chemistry or Biochemistry) We are looking for an individual with a PhD in chemistry or biochemistry with experience in protein chemistry. Work and publications is desired in the area of bio-analytical mass spectrometry or proteomics, including extensive experience in the isolation of proteins or peptides from biological matrices, experience with CapLC/MS/MS using high resolution instruments and knowledge of algorithms forpeptide identification. The ability to work in a team environment is a key requirement. The laboratory uses high resolution mass spectrometry to study many different areas of proteomics, ranging from the identification of protein complexes, to global quantitative proteomics, and proteomic pattern technology for disease diagnostics. The salary package for these positions are competitive. Please send your CV and three letters of reference to the following: Singapore Eye Research Institute 11 Third Hospital Avenue Singapore 168751 www.seri.com.sg Email: seri_paulinetay@snec.com.sg Fax: 6323 1903 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031022/69daf1b7/attachment.html From hl274 at cornell.edu Wed Oct 22 10:45:01 2003 From: hl274 at cornell.edu (Hod Lipson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoc position at Cornell in Bio-inspired robotics Message-ID: <00b301c398b9$5bdc93e0$7b895480@PICASSO> POSTDOC AT CORNELL UNIVERSITY IN BIO-INSPIRED ROBOTICS: Seeking a postdoc researcher in the area of bio-inspired robotics, who will lead research and development of a multi-legged robot, and study new ideas in neuro-control and optical-flow vision. Applicants should contact hod.lipson@cornell.edu with a statement of interest. Visit http://www.mae.cornell.edu/lipson/postdoc.htm From ishaia at intra.nimh.nih.gov Wed Oct 22 16:30:01 2003 From: ishaia at intra.nimh.nih.gov (Alumit Ishai) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoc position Message-ID: Postdoctoral Fellowships in Zurich, Switzerland Applications are invited for a 2-year postdoctoral fellowship, available from January 2004, to study visual perception and memory using fMRI, at the Institute of Neuroradiology, University Hospital of Zurich. Experience with fMRI data collection and analysis is required. Candidates should send their CV, statement of research interests, representative publications, and 3 letters of recommendation to Dr. Alumit Ishai (alumit_ishai@nih.gov). For more information visit: http://lbc.nimh.nih.gov/people/ishai/ishai.html Consideration of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appropriate candidate is found. From announcements at journalofvision.org Wed Oct 22 21:45:02 2003 From: announcements at journalofvision.org (Journal of Vision) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] Vision Sciences Society Abstracts published in Journal of Vision Message-ID: The Abstracts of the 2003 Vision Sciences Society Meeting have now been published in the Journal of Vision at http://journalofvision.org/3/9/. In case you missed a particular talk, many of the abstracts are accompanied by a link to an online presentation. Note that the new Journal of Vision search engine will allow you to search on articles, conference abstracts, or both. If you cite a VSS abstract in a future publication, we encourage you to use the citation format indicated beneath the abstract. Comments and questions are welcome at feedback@journalofvision.org. -- Journal of Vision http://journalofvision.org/ From a.johnston at ucl.ac.uk Thu Oct 23 08:59:00 2003 From: a.johnston at ucl.ac.uk (Alan Johnston) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] Research Fellow, UCL Message-ID: <000401c39950$c07f7dc0$0400000a@Chameleon> Research Fellow, Department of Psychology University College London Applications are invited for the post of Postdoctoral Research Fellow to work with Prof Alan Johnston (http://electra.psychol.ucl.ac.uk/alan/alan.html) on a Human Frontiers project entitled "The role of neuronal synchrony in multi-modal integration". This is an international collaboration with laboratories in the USA, Holland and Japan. The UCL component will focus on the development of psychophysical techniques for studying temporal processing and perceptual mechanisms for cross-modal temporal comparisons. There will also be opportunities to incorporate fMRI, MEG and EEG brain imaging methods and experience with these techniques and/or computer programming would be an advantage. Candidates should have research experience in Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science or a numerate discipline. The post is available for two years from the 1st January. Salary will be in the range ?20311-22191 + ?2134 L.A. depending upon qualifications and experience. We particularly welcome women and black and ethnic minority applicants as they are under represented at this level within University College London (s.48 of the SDA 1975/s.38 of the RRA 1976 apply). Applications (e-mail or hard copy) by covering letter, CV and Personal Information form (available at: http://www.psychol.ucl.ac.uk/info/Personal_Information.doc), to John Draper, Departmental Administrator, Department of Psychology, University College London, Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT, j.draper@ucl.ac.uk. For further information please see http://www.psychol.ucl.ac.uk/info/psychophysics_aj.htm, or contact Alan Johnston, a.johnston@ucl.ac.uk, 020 7679 5310. The closing date for applications is Friday, 14 November 2003. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031023/f30203c2/attachment.html From Michael_Tarr at brown.edu Thu Oct 23 09:04:14 2003 From: Michael_Tarr at brown.edu (Michael J. Tarr) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:42 2005 Subject: [vslist] Two jobs - Open Rank at Brown University, Cognitive & Linguistic Sciences Message-ID: <0C38FA39-0568-11D8-9AA4-003065718A5E@brown.edu> Cognitive Neuroscience, Brown University The Department of Cognitive and Linguistic Sciences invites applications for a position as a Full, Associate or Assistant Professor in Cognitive Neuroscience, beginning July 1, 2004. Applicants are expected to have a strong experimental research program in human cognitive neuroscience, including basic processes of cognition, language, attention, perception, or motor control. Those applying should also have a broad teaching ability in the cognitive sciences at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and an interest in contributing to interdisciplinary research and education. Brown benefits from an interactive environment with exceptional students and faculty pursing multidisciplinary research in the brain sciences, including new research facilities for fMRI, ERP, virtual reality, and scientific visualization. Criteria for each rank are available on request; all Ph.D. requirements must be completed before July 1, 2004. Send curriculum vitae, five letters of reference (three for appointments at the Assistant Professor level), reprints and preprints of publications, and a one-page statement of teaching and research interests by December 1, 2003 to: Cognitive Neuroscience Search Committee, Department of Cognitive and Linguistic Sciences, Brown University, Providence, RI 02912 USA. Brown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply. Computational Modeling, Brown University The Department of Cognitive and Linguistic Sciences invites applications for a position as a Full, Associate or Assistant Professor in the computational modeling of human cognitive systems, beginning July 1, 2004. Applicants must have a strong computational or theoretical research program in an area such as modeling of cognitive or language processing, computational neuroscience, computational linguistics, computational vision, dynamical systems, or motor control. Integrated experimental research or previous collaboration with experimentalists is highly desirable. Candidates should have a broad teaching ability in the cognitive sciences at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and an interest in contributing to interdisciplinary research and education. Brown benefits from an interactive environment with exceptional students and faculty pursuing multidisciplinary research in the brain sciences. Criteria for each rank are available on request; all Ph.D. requirements must be completed before July 1, 2004. Send curriculum vitae, five letters of reference (three at the Assistant level), reprints and preprints of publications, and a one-page statement of research interests by December 1, 2003, to: Computational Search Committee, Dept. of Cognitive and Linguistic Sciences, Brown University, Providence, RI 02912 USA. Brown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply. -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Previously the home of the Flemish master Rubens and the world's leading diamond trading centre With beautiful 16th and 17th century architecture, Antwerp is now one of Europe's hippest and most fashionable cities (see http://www.trabel.com/antwerp.htm for tourist details). This is the second call for tutorial proposals; a call for submissions and registration will be circulated at a later date. ASSC8 is intended to promote interdisciplinary dialogue in the scientific study of consciousness. Both members and non-members are also invited to submit proposals for tutorials. For latest updates, please check the conference website: http://homepages.vub.ac.be/~emyin/ASSC8.html The web site will be continually evolving, so please visit often for updated information. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ --- SECOND CALL FOR TUTORIAL PROPOSALS TUTORIAL PROPOSALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 31st January 2004 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ --- One of the aims of ASSC is to allow researchers to gain a background in areas that they may know little about. Towards hat end a number of tutorials are planned. Some participants in the conference would be very interested in learning about technical matters such as fMRI or other important brain imaging techniques. Others might enjoy a seminar on a philosophical topic, or a tutorial on relevant matters in cognitive psychology or linguistics. Tutorial presenters are expected not to present just only their own material, but to give a broader tutorial overview and encourage discussion and debate. A non-exclusive list of possible topics might include: - Brain imaging techniques (e.g. fMRI, EEG, MEG, ERP) - Blindsight, neglect, or other neuropsychological syndromes - Computational & other theoretical models of conscious processes - Conscious and unconscious processing - Neural basis of attention and consciousness - Current models of the visual system - Consciousness and metacognition - Criteria for the ascription of consciousness - Philosophical issues concerning consciousness and representation - Phenomenological methods for investigating consciousness Tutorials will be held in parallel sessions on the morning and afternoon of June 25th 2004. Each tutorial is intended to last approximately three hours. The sizes of tutorials will vary between a minimum of 10 to a maximum of around 25 attendees. Tutorial presenters will receive an honorarium of 500 Euros and their registration fee for the conference will be waived. The cost of attending tutorials will be 50 Euros. Tutorials that do not Achieve the minimum enrollment of 10 people will not be offered. Send the tutorial proposal along with the following to Susana Martinez-Conde (smart@neuralcorrelate.com) as soon as possible and no later than 31st January 2004. 1. Tutorial presenters address with affiliation, email and phone number. 2. Draft timetable for the proposed tutorial with title. 3. Summary or abstract of the tutorial, limit 250 words. 4. Audio/Visual requirements. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ --- REGISTRATION & CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS ------------------------------------------------------------------------ --- The call for submissions (talks or poster presentations) will be sent out at a later date, together with details of registration. As in previous years, discounted registration will be available to ASSC members, who will also enjoy a range of book discounts and other member benefits. The registration discount will be greater than the cost of membership, so prospective members are encouraged to join ASSC now! To find out more about the Association for the Scientific Study of Consciousness, and to apply for membership, please consult: http://assc.caltech.edu/ The ASSC publishes two scientific journals about which further information is available from the following websites: Consciousness & Cognition: http://www.apnet.com/www/journal/cc.htm PSYCHE: http://psyche.cs.monash.edu.au/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ --- ASSC8 Scientific Program Committee: Tim Bayne, Axel Cleeremans, Susana Martinez-Conde, Steven Laureys, Erik Myin (Chair), Jean Petitot, Geraint Rees, Patrick Wilken ------------------------------------------------------------------------ --- -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Practitioners can learn about new practices in the field. Researchers can gain exposure to ideas for future research projects. Educators can network with others in academia to increase professional contacts and gain insights into new approaches in optometric education. Students can hear the top optometrists speak about their research and practices. Academy meetings are the meetings for optometrists and vision scientists - regardless of area of focus or nationality. Academy meetings are about intermingling and connecting, creating relationships and sharing ideas. In short, Academy meetings are all about optometry's future in the world. Opening Plenary Session: "The Future in Sight: Today's Research, Tomorrow's Practice" Academy 2003 Dallas will be opened by internationally renowned clinicians and clinician researchers. These keynote presentations will highlight the advances and discoveries in our understanding of nerve cell death, nerve cell protection and nerve regeneration in central nervous system diseases. These discoveries, and recent glaucoma clinical trial research, have informed the newest treatments of glaucoma and point to new horizons in glaucoma management. Thursday, December 4, 12 noon - 2 pm ARVO/AAO: Vision Science and Cornea and Contact Lenses Section Joint Symposium: Understanding the Basis and Treatment of Dry Eye This symposium brings together leaders in the study of dry eye to present the latest developments in this exciting field. The symposium will conclude with a panel discussion that will specifically address the clinical implications of these developments for optometry. Friday, December 5, 1 - 5 pm Hirsch Research Symposium: Macular Degeneration: Science Impacting Sight Age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. Attendees learn about the forms of ARMD, the current trends in research that will affect future treatment, the impact of ARMD on lifestyle, and the possible impact of low vision intervention. Sunday, December 7, 9 - 11:30 am New this year! Academy Grand Rounds Review actual cases that have been submitted by the country's leading institutions. Hear renowned clinicians and academicians discuss intriguing cases and management. Thursday, December 4, 8 am - 5 pm Helen Helen Viksnins Knowledge Initiatives Facilitator American Academy of Optometry http://www.aaopt.org 301-984-1441, ext. 3002 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Tenure-track positions are open both for a promising assistant or associate professor, and for a full professor with a distinguished record of scholarly activity and with administrative experience who could serve as Chair of the Basic Science Department in the professional Optometry program, or as the College's Associate Dean for Graduate Studies and Research. The successful applicants will bring expertise that complements the vision researchers presently in the College and University who are supported by a P30 core grant, and T32 and T35 training grants from the National Eye Institute. One position is available for a scientist with expertise in investigations of visual processing, and especially in studies that apply principles or investigate mechanisms of human color vision. The ideal candidate for this position would carry out psychophysical, physiological, imaging, and/or molecular studies of the visual capabilities of humans or relevant animal models. The applicant also would teach aspects of vision science, including characteristics and mechanisms of color vision in our College's optometry curriculum and graduate program. The second position is for a scientist with expertise in molecular and cell biology of the eye or central visual pathways. The ideal candidate would carry out studies on ocular development, disease mechanisms, or novel pharmacological or genetic approaches to neuroprotection. Experience in development of mammalian animal models is desirable. This applicant also would teach molecular and cell biology in the College's optometry curriculum and graduate program. The successful candidates will be expected to conduct an independent, externally funded research program in vision science. Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree, and a strong record of high productivity at their current rank. Salary and rank will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications. To apply, please send a Curriculum Vita, a one to two page description of your research experience, interests and long-term goals, representative reprints, and the names and contact information for three references to: Earl L. Smith III, O.D., Ph.D. Dean University of Houston College of Optometry 505 J. Davis Armistead Building Houston, Texas 77204-2020 713-743-1899 esmith@uh.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. The University of Houston is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031024/a8760de4/attachment.html From J.Harris at newcastle.ac.uk Mon Oct 27 07:58:01 2003 From: J.Harris at newcastle.ac.uk (Julie Harris) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoc in Binocular Vision: Newcastle, UK Message-ID: Research Associate, School of Biology (Psychology), ?18,265 - ?22,191 A Research Associate position is available to work with Dr. Julie Harris in the Psychology Division of the School of Biology at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne. Work in the lab focuses on binocular vision and the perception of space and distance. This project will investigate binocular distance perception. We will use psychophysics and eye movement recording to explore when and how binocular visual information contributes to our perception of distance. Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant discipline, and skills including at least one of psychophysics, eye movement recording, or computer programming (especially Matlab or Pascal/Delphi). The position is funded for 3 years, from May 2004 (start date is negotiable). Closing Date: 28.11.03 Job Reference: D618R Answerphone: (0191) 222 5085 For further particulars see: http://www.ncl.ac.uk/vacancies/vacancy.phtml?ref=D617A Applications including a detailed curriculum vitae and the names and e-mail addresses of two possible referees should be sent be post to Dr. Julie Harris, Henry Wellcome Building, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4HH, UK. -- ========================================================= Dr. Julie M. Harris Reader in Visual Perception and EPSRC Advanced Fellow School of Biology (Psychology) Henry Wellcome Building University of Newcastle upon Tyne Framlington Place Newcastle NE2 4HH, UK. tel: 44-191-222-8815 fax: 44-191-222-5622 email: J.Harris@ncl.ac.uk URL: http://www.staff.ncl.ac.uk/j.harris ========================================================= From announcements at journalofvision.org Mon Oct 27 12:29:04 2003 From: announcements at journalofvision.org (Journal of Vision) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] Journal of Vision: Special Issue on Perception of Color and Material Properties in Complex Scenes Message-ID: Journal of Vision - Special Issue - Call for Papers Perception of Color and Material Properties in Complex Scenes Researchers have devoted much effort to understanding the perception of color and lightness for simple stimulus configurations, often consisting of flat matte surfaces rendered under diffuse illuminations (or simulations thereof). Recently, there has been considerable interest in pushing our understanding into the realm of more complex, three-dimensional scenes, spurred in part by advances in computer graphics that allow physically accurate rendering of a variety of materials and thus permit exploration of interactions between object shape and orientation, object material, and illumination geometry. The purpose of this special issue is to bring together papers that describe recent advances in this area. The following list provides representative topics, but papers in closely related areas will also be included. -Color and lightness constancy in binocular, three-dimensional scenes. -Perception and identification of object material properties. -Exploitation of natural scene statistics in the recovery of surface reflectance. -Statistics of surface reflectance and illumination geometry in natural scenes. -Algorithms for recovery of material properties, including color, in 3D scenes. -Perception of illumination and transparency in 3D scenes. Guest Editors: David Brainard University of Pennsylvania brainard@psych.upenn.edu Larry Maloney New York University laurence.maloney@nyu.edu Deadline for submissions: March 1, 2004 Target publication date: September 1, 2004 Journal of Vision encourages the use of images, color, movies, hyperlinks, and other digital enhancements. To submit a paper to this special issue please follow the Instructions for Authors at http://journalofvision.org/. -- Journal of Vision http://journalofvision.org/ From ssherman at notes.cc.sunysb.edu Tue Oct 28 11:03:01 2003 From: ssherman at notes.cc.sunysb.edu (ssherman@notes.cc.sunysb.edu) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] postdoctoral position Message-ID: Postdoctoral Position A Postdoctoral or Research Associate position is available for electrophysiological studies of thalamic functio using both in vitro and in vivo techniquesn. Both positions require a PhD in Neuroscience or equivalent. Interested individuals should respond, preferably by e-mail, with a CV and names of 3 references to: S.M. Sherman Department of Neurobiology State University of New York Stony Brook, New York 11794-5230 e-mail: s.sherman@sunysb.edu ---------------------------------- S.M. 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The program is called Digital Filter 3.0 and can be found at: http://homepage.mac.com/jabaro/Samples.html John Baro -- __________________________________________________________ John A. Baro Sr. Programmer/Instructional Designer NASA Classroom of the Future Wheeling Jesuit University Wheeling, WV 26003 From A.Gillespie at abertay.ac.uk Thu Oct 30 08:49:00 2003 From: A.Gillespie at abertay.ac.uk (Gillespie, Allan) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoc position available at University of Abertay Dundee Message-ID: Skipped content of type multipart/alternative-------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Allan Gillespie.vcf Type: text/x-vcard Size: 638 bytes Desc: Allan Gillespie.vcf Url : http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031030/284a9386/AllanGillespie.vcf From bioslp at panther.gsu.edu Thu Oct 30 11:29:01 2003 From: bioslp at panther.gsu.edu (Sarah L. Pallas) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] Co-Director opening, Center for Behavioral Neuroscience Message-ID: Co-Director for Research Center for Behavioral Neuroscience Georgia State University Atlanta, Georgia Georgia State University is engaged in a major expansion of its research and instructional programs in Behavioral Neuroscience as part of the NSF Science and Technology Center for Behavioral Neuroscience. Generous state and institutional funds along with $20 million dollars from the National Science Foundation have been committed to fund the Center for the first five years. The Center is a consortium of more than 80 neuroscientists from Georgia State University, Clark Atlanta University, Emory University, Georgia Institute of Technology, Morehouse College, Morehouse Medical School, Morris Brown College and Spelman College. The purpose of the Center is to foster interdisciplinary collaborative approaches towards understanding the basic neural mechanisms underlying the regulation of complex social behaviors and emotions. The Center is also designed to enhance K-12, undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral education, to bring research findings to the public, to encourage technology transfer to industry, and to increase the participation of women and minorities in neuroscience research. Georgia State University invites applications for the Co-Director for Research in The Center for Behavioral Neuroscience. The Co-Director for Research is responsible for the administration of the research program of the Center, which includes, but is not limited to, four interdisciplinary research groups focused on fear, affiliation, aggression and reproduction as well as six technology cores. The Co-Director coordinates the allocation of research funding in the Center and participates in the acquisition of new sources of extramural research support. The Co-Director plays a key role in facilitating collaborative research activities among all eight member institutions and works with the Director and Co-Directors for Education and Knowledge Transfer to integrate the Center's research, educational and science outreach activities. More information about the Center can be found at http://www.cbn-atl.org. The successful candidate will be appointed as an Associate or Full Professor in the Department of Biology and/or the Department of Psychology. The candidate must have a Ph.D. or equivalent, an outstanding record of publications, research funding, and instruction in behavioral neuroscience, and strong skills in leadership and administration. Applicants should send a letter describing their interests in and qualifications for this position as well as a CV,reprints of recent papers, the names and contact information for at least three references, and a statement of future research plans. Send application to: Dr. H. Elliott Albers Director, Center for Behavioral Neuroscience Dept. of Biology Georgia State University P.O. Box 4010 Atlanta, GA 30302-4010. Review of applications will commence on June 1, 2003 and continue until the position is filled. Georgia State University, a Unit of the University System of Georgia, is an EEO/AA Employer (6/13/03) From pmonnier at fau.edu Thu Oct 30 16:03:00 2003 From: pmonnier at fau.edu (Patrick Monnier) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] tenure-track position Message-ID: Hi, could you please post the following ad. Thank you, Psychology THE WILKES HONORS COLLEGE of Florida Atlantic University, a selective liberal arts college, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professorship in Biological or Cognitive Psychology to begin in August 2004. Area of specialization is open. Ph.D. in Psychology or related discipline required. The successful candidate is likely to teach an undergraduate survey on Brain and Behavior and will be expected to supervise honors theses, maintain an active research program, and contribute to the development of an anticipated interdisciplinary concentration in cognitive science. A new psychology facility is scheduled to open in 2004-2005. Applicant review will begin on December 15, 2003. To apply, submit a curriculum vita, three letters of reference, and a letter describing your qualifications, teaching philosophy, and research plans to Chair, Psychology Search Committee (#267580w), Wilkes Honors College at Florida Atlantic University, 5353 Parkside Dr., Jupiter, FL 33458. Florida Atlantic University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Institution. Patrick Monnier Department of Psychology Florida Atlantic University 5353 Parkside Drive Jupiter, FL 33458, U.S.A. PHONE: 561-799-8534 FAX: 561-799-8535 www.psy.fau.edu/pmonnier/ From c.levelt at ioi.knaw.nl Fri Oct 31 08:05:00 2003 From: c.levelt at ioi.knaw.nl (Christiaan Levelt) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] Position for PhD student Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.2.20031031152244.02eb5408@mail.ioi.knaw.nl> At the Netherlands Ophthalmic Research Institute in Amsterdam (The Netherlands) a position (4 year) for a Ph.D. student is available in the group of Dr. Christiaan Levelt. We study molecular mechanisms regulating structural plasticity in the visual system using a combination of modern transgenic techniques, in vivo electrophysiology and imaging. The current project aims at elucidating the role of a novel signaling cascade in neurite outgrowth, synapse formation and synaptic plasticity. Initially, primary neuronal cultures will be used, later transgenic mouse models. If you're a motivated student interested in multidisciplinary neurobiological research you're encouraged to apply for this position. http://www.ioi.knaw.nl/visplast/ ********************************************************** Christiaan N. Levelt, Ph.D. Molecular Visual Plasticity Unit Netherlands Ophthalmic Research Institute Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences Meibergdreef 47 1105 BA Amsterdam tel +31-20-5665359 fax +31-20-5666121 ********************************************************** From christian.casanova at UMontreal.CA Fri Oct 31 12:00:00 2003 From: christian.casanova at UMontreal.CA (Christian Casanova) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] Post-doctoral position: Universite de Montreal Message-ID: <003c01c39fe0$23c9e330$7b00a8c0@BUREAUCC> A postdoctoral position is immediately available in Christian Casanova's Visual Neuroscience Laboratory. This position is part of an CIHR-funded project that investigates the functional significance of extrageniculate pathways (from the pulvinar complex) to the visual cortex. It involves optical imaging of neuronal activity in the cat visual cortex, reversible deactivation of the thalamus, and extracellular single-cell recordings. The Visual Neuroscience Laboratory is located at the School of Optometry, Universite de Montreal. It offers an interdisciplinary scientific environment (psychophysics, neuroanatomy, physiology, pharmacology, cellular biology). Successful candidates will have a strong background in visual neuroscience or related field. Expertise in MatLab and/or C++ is highly desirable. Please e-mail CV, statement of research interests, and the names of three references at christian.casanova@umontreal.ca. Only candidates with an adequate profile will be contacted. _______________________ Christian Casanova, PhD Visual Neuroscience Laboratory School of Optometry Universite de Montreal CP 6128, Succ. centre-ville Montreal, Qc, Canada H3C 3J7 Tel: 514-343-2407 Fax: 514-343-2382 WEB: http://mapageweb.umontreal.ca/casanovc/ For express mail: Visual Neuroscience Laboratory School of Optometry Universite de Montreal 3744 Jean Brillant Room 260-7 Montreal, Qc, Canada H3T 1P1 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031031/979af862/attachment.html From g.kovacs at itm.bme.hu Mon Nov 3 08:42:01 2003 From: g.kovacs at itm.bme.hu (=?iso-8859-2?Q?Dr._Kov=E1cs_Gyula?=) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] cognition at christmas /FACE PROCESSING/ conference at the Center for Cogntive Sciences, Technical Univ. Budapest, Hungary Message-ID: <02bd01c3a201$3b262b10$07364298@aloha.bme.hu> Dear Collagues, We cordially invite everyone to our Christmas Symposium, held in Budapest, Hungary. Sincerely, The organisers Csaba Pleh, Gergely Csibra, Gyula Kovacs Centre for Cognitive Sciences Cognition at Christmas III Symposium on Face Processing Friday, 19 December 2003 http://www.itm.bme.hu/ktk/cogchris/index.htm Programme Morning Session 9.00 - 10.00 Philippe Schyns University of Glasgow y Face perception: Relating brain and behavioral states 10.00 - 10.30 Ilona Kov?cs Rutgers University and Budapest University of Technology and Economics y What kids cannot learn at the age of five 10.30 - 11.00 Zsolt Csel?nyi University of Debrecen Gyula Kov?cs Budapest University of Technology and Economics Zolt?n Vidny?nszky Semmelweis University, Budapest P?ter F?ldi?k University of St Andrews y Easy facial morphing technique *** 11.00 - 11.30 Coffee break *** 11.30 - 12.00 Mark Johnson Birkbeck College, London y The development of the social brain 12.00 - 12.30 Teresa Farroni University of Padua y Perceiving and acting on eye gaze 12.30 - 13.00 Gy?rgy Gergely Institute for Psychological Research, Budapest y Social sensitisation to emotions: Contingency detection and the social biofeedback theory *** *** *** 13.00 - 14.00 Lunch break *** *** *** Afternoon Session 14.00 - 14.30 Tam?s Bereczkei and Norbert Mesk? University of P?cs y Hair styles and female facial attractiveness 14.30 - 15.00 Gyula Kov?cs Budapest University of Technology and Economics Zolt?n Vidny?nszky Semmelweis University, Budapest Andrea Antal University of G?ttingen y Facial adaptation: An ERP study 15.00 - 15.30 Gilles Pourtois and Patrik Vuilleumier University of Geneva y Fearful faces call for attention: evidence from ERPs, source localization and spatial cluster analysis *** 15.30 - 16.00 Coffee break *** 16.00 - 17.00 Beatrice de Gelder Tilburg University y Beyond face modularity: Interactions between identity and expression recognition in normal observers and prosopagnosics 17.00 - 17.30 Andr?s Lorincz E?tv?s L?r?nd University, Budapest y Human communication interface (HCI) for persons with special communication needs 17.30 - 18.00 Annette Karmiloff-Smith University College London y Exploring the Williams syndrome face processing debate: The need to build developmental trajectories *** *** *** 19.00 - Dinner *** *** *** -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031103/7dc87a58/attachment.html From cindy at bu.edu Mon Nov 3 08:50:37 2003 From: cindy at bu.edu (Cynthia Bradford) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] 8th ICCNS: Call for Abstracts and Confirmed Invited Speakers Message-ID: <00d701c3a21b$204ab710$903dc580@cnspc31> Apologies if you receive more than one copy of this announcement. ***** Call for Abstracts and Confirmed Invited Speakers ***** EIGHTH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON COGNITIVE AND NEURAL SYSTEMS May 19 - 22, 2004 Boston University 677 Beacon Street Boston, Massachusetts 02215 USA http://www.cns.bu.edu/meetings/ Sponsored by Boston University's Center for Adaptive Systems and Department of Cognitive and Neural Systems with financial support from the Office of Naval Research This interdisciplinary conference is attended each year by approximately 300 people from 30 countries around the world. As in previous years, the conference will focus on solutions to the questions: HOW DOES THE BRAIN CONTROL BEHAVIOR? HOW CAN TECHNOLOGY EMULATE BIOLOGICAL INTELLIGENCE? The conference is aimed at researchers and students of computational neuroscience, cognitive science, neural networks, neuromorphic engineering, and artificial intelligence. The conference includes tutorial and invited lectures, and contributed lectures and posters, by experts on the biology and technology of how the brain and other intelligent systems adapt to a changing world. Single-track oral and poster sessions enable all presented work to be highly visible. Three-hour poster sessions with no conflicting events will be held on two of the conference days. Posters will be up all day, and can also be viewed during breaks in the talk schedule. TUTORIAL LECTURE SERIES Stephen Grossberg (Boston University): "Linking brain to mind." See below for details. CONFIRMED INVITED AND PLENARY SPEAKERS Ehud Ahissar (Weizmann Institute of Science): "Encoding and decoding of vibrissal active touch" John Anderson (Carnegie Mellon University): "Using fMRI to track the components of a cognitive architecture" Alan D. Baddeley (University of Bristol): "In search of the episodic buffer" Moshe Bar (Massachusetts General Hospital): "Top-down facilitation of visual object recognition" Gail A. Carpenter (Boston University): "Information fusion and hierarchical knowledge discovery by ARTMAP neural networks" Stephen Goldinger (Arizona State University): "Generalization gradients in perceptual memory" Daniel Kersten (University of Minnesota): "How does human vision resolve ambiguity about objects?" Stephen M. Kosslyn (Harvard University): "The imagery debate 30 years later: Can neuroscience help resolve the issue?" Tai-Sing Lee (Carnegie Mellon University): "Inference and prediction in the visual cortex" Eve Marder (Brandeis University): "Plasticity and stability in rhythmic neuronal networks" Bartlett W. Mel (University of Southern California): "The pyramidal neuron: What sort of computing device?" Miguel Nicolelis (Duke University): "Real-time computing with neural ensembles" Jeffrey D. Schall (Vanderbilt University): "Neural selection and control of visual guided eye movements" Chantal Stern (Boston University): "Sequence? What sequence? fMRI studies of the medial temporal lobe in sequence learning" Mriganka Sur (Massachusetts Institute of Technology): "Plasticity and dynamics of visual cortex networks" Joseph Z. Tsien (Princeton University): "Temporal analysis of memory process" William H. Warren Jr. (Brown University): "Behavioral dynamics of locomotor path formation" Jeremy Wolfe (Harvard Medical School): "Has "preattentive vision" reached the end of the road?" LINKING BRAIN TO MIND: A Tutorial Lecture Series by Stephen Grossberg steve@bu.edu http://www.cns.bu.edu/Profiles/Grossberg In 1983, Stephen Grossberg gave a week-long series of tutorial lectures at an NSF-sponsored conference at Arizona State University. The lectures included a self-contained introduction to principles, mechanisms, and architectures whereby neural models link mind to brain and inspire neuromorphic applications to technology. Many leaders of the Connectionist Revolution which gained momentum during the mid-1980s attended the conference. In 1990-1992, three additional tutorial lecture series were given at the Wang Institute of Boston University. Since 1992, major breakthroughs have occurred in the theoretical understanding of how a brain gives rise to a mind. Models have begun to quantitatively explain and predict the neurophysiologically recorded dynamics of identified nerve cells, in anatomically verified circuits and systems, and the behaviors that they control. Because these results clarify how an intelligent system can autonomously adapt to a changing world, they have also been used to develop biologically-inspired solutions to technological problems. Several research groups have asked Professor Grossberg to give another lecture series to chart recent progress. Each morning session of the May 2004 conference will include one such tutorial lecture. The lectures will introduce concepts, principles, and mechanisms of mind/brain modeling and summaries of recent models about how brain development, learning, and information processing control perception, cognition, emotion, and action during both normal and abnormal behaviors. Brain-inspired algorithms for solving difficult technological problems will also be described. CALL FOR ABSTRACTS Session Topics: * vision * image understanding * audition * speech and language * unsupervised learning * supervised learning * reinforcement and emotion * sensory-motor control * cognition, planning, and attention * spatial mapping and navigation * object recognition * neural circuit models * neural system models * mathematics of neural systems * robotics * hybrid systems (fuzzy, evolutionary, digital) * neuromorphic VLSI * industrial applications * other Contributed abstracts must be received, in English, by January 30, 2004. Notification of acceptance will be provided by email by February 27, 2004. A meeting registration fee must accompany each Abstract. See Registration Information below for details. The fee will be returned if the Abstract is not accepted for presentation and publication in the meeting proceedings. Registration fees of accepted Abstracts will be returned on request only until April 16, 2004. Each Abstract should fit on one 8.5" x 11" white page with 1" margins on all sides in a single-spaced, single-column format with a font of 10 points or larger, printed on one side of the page only. Fax or electronic submissions will not be accepted. Abstract title, author name(s), affiliation(s), mailing, and email address(es) should begin each Abstract. An accompanying cover letter should include: Full title of Abstract; corresponding author and presenting author name, address, telephone, fax, and email address; requested preference for oral or poster presentation; and a first and second choice from the topics above, including whether it is biological (B) or technological (T) work [Example: first choice: vision (T); second choice: neural system models (B)]. Talks will be 15 minutes long. Posters will be up for a full day. Overhead, slide, VCR, and LCD projector facilities will be available for talks. Abstracts which do not meet these requirements or which are submitted with insufficient funds will be returned. Accepted Abstracts will be printed in the conference proceedings volume. No longer paper will be required. The original and 3 copies of each Abstract should be sent to: Cynthia Bradford, Boston University, Department of Cognitive and Neural Systems, 677 Beacon Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02215 USA. REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Early registration is recommended. To register, please fill out the registration form below. Student registrations must be accompanied by a letter of verification from a department chairperson or faculty/research advisor. If accompanied by an Abstract or if paying by check, mail to the address above. If paying by credit card, mail as above, or fax to +1 617 353 7755, or email to cindy@bu.edu. The registration fee will help to pay for a conference reception, 3 daily coffee breaks, and the meeting proceedings. STUDENT FELLOWSHIPS: Fellowships for PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows are available to help cover meeting travel and living costs. The deadline to apply for fellowship support is January 30, 2004. Applicants will be notified by email by February 27, 2004. Each application should include the applicant's CV, including name; mailing address; email address; current student status; faculty or PhD research advisor's name, address, and email address; relevant courses and other educational data; and a list of research articles. A letter from the listed faculty or PhD advisor on official institutional stationery must accompany the application and summarize how the candidate may benefit from the meeting. Fellowship applicants who also submit an Abstract need to include the registration fee payment with their Abstract submission. Fellowship checks will be distributed after the meeting. REGISTRATION FORM Eighth International Conference on Cognitive and Neural Systems Boston University Department of Cognitive and Neural Systems 677 Beacon Street Boston, Massachusetts 02215 USA May 19-22, 2004 Fax: +1 617 353 7755 http://www.cns.bu.edu/meetings/ Mr/Ms/Dr/Prof:_____________________________________________________ Affiliation:_________________________________________________________ Address:__________________________________________________________ City, State, Postal Code:______________________________________________ Phone and Fax:_____________________________________________________ Email:____________________________________________________________ The registration fee includes the conference proceedings, a reception, and 3 coffee breaks each day. 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The lab uses a combination of techniques including psychophysics, traditional cognitive experiments, functional neuroimaging (fMRI) and brain stimulation (TMS). The successful candidate should have experience in vision science, cognitive psychology, computer programming, and/or functional neuroimaging, but these skills are not required. Candidates with experience studying motor performance or the neural basis of motor control, but with an interest in studying visual perception, will also be considered. Vanderbilt University has an active Vision Research Center (VVRC) and a strong Cognitive and Integrative Neuroscience Center (CICN). In addition, the Vanderbilt Post Doctoral Association is a very supportive group that helps postdoctoral fellows gain information about managing a lab, preparing for job interviews, writing grants and other useful skills. Please send a one-page research statement describing your goals and interests, a CV, 3 letters of reference and examples of recent publications to Adriane Seiffert, Princeton University, Department of Psychology, Green Hall, Princeton, NJ, 08544. Applications will be accepted until May 5, 2004. The starting date is September 2004 with a duration of 2 years. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity. Note that Dr. Seiffert will be available to talk to potential candidates at the upcoming SFN meeting in New Orleans (email: adriane_seiffert@yahoo.com). From vivien.casagrande at Vanderbilt.Edu Mon Nov 3 11:34:57 2003 From: vivien.casagrande at Vanderbilt.Edu (Casagrande, Vivien) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] Research Associate/postdoctoral fellowship Message-ID: <3FFDF2291FEDF64EA433D77AD14F2E730A6B75@mailbe08> A postdoctoral/research associate position is available immediately. The experiments are designed to understand how parallel LGN pathways in primates contribute to the properties of primary visual cortex and its extrastriate targets using a combination of techniques including optical imaging, multielectrode recording and confocal microscopy. This student will also have the opportunity to participate in experiments using awake behaving monkeys to test whether the neuronal activity in different cell classes in the lateral geniculate nucleus are modulated in relation to behavioral demands including attention, memory and intended eye movements independent of the visual signals themselves. The Casagrande laboratory has active collaborations with the Bonds, Schall and Kaas laboratories. Vanderbilt University has a well known and active Vision Center (VVRC) and a strong Cognitive and Integrative Neuroscience Center (CICN). Additionally, a special program has been set up at Vanderbilt specifically designed to help postdoctoral fellows network and gain job training and grant writing skills. Experience computer programming and visual psychophysics is desirable but not a requirement. Experience in electrophysiology, a PhD or MD, 3 letters of reference, examples of recent publications and a biosketch are required. The starting date is flexible with a duration of 3 or more years. Salary is commensurate with experience. Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity. If interested in discussing this position at the upcoming Society for Neuroscience Annual meeting please contact Vivien Casagrande at the Wyndham Riverfront Hotel or via cell phone number 615-397-6530. Contact: Vivien A. Casagrande, PhD Professor Departments of Cell & Developmental Biology, Psychology and Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences Mail Address: Department of Cell & Developmental Biology Vanderbilt Medical School B2323 Medical Center North (Office location: T2302) Nashville, TN 37232-2175 Phone: 615-343-4538 (work) Fax: 615-343-4539 Email: vivien.casagrande@vanderbilt.edu website: www.psy.vanderbilt.edu/faculty/Casagrande/CasagrandeLab/vivien.html -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031103/0084d93c/attachment.html From eyal at mail.cps.utexas.edu Mon Nov 3 11:35:11 2003 From: eyal at mail.cps.utexas.edu (Eyal Seidemann) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] Postdoctoral position in the Center for Perceptual Systems at UT Austin Message-ID: <000f01c3a234$d4b27490$15d25380@cps.psy.utexas.edu> POST-DOCTORAL POSITION IN VISUAL NEUROSCIENCE A postdoctoral position is immediately available in the Center for Perceptual Systems at the University of Texas at Austin (www.cps.utexas.edu). The goal of this project is to investigate the neurophysiological basis and computational principles underlying visual search in natural scenes. The project involves collaboration between the labs of Dr. Wilson Geisler and Dr. Eyal Seidemann and includes neurophysiological and computational components. Experimental techniques include a combination of electrophysiology and real-time optical imaging of neural population activity in the cortex of alert monkeys, and psychophysical studies of eye movements in primate and human subjects. Computational techniques include Bayesian statistical decision theory, ideal observer theory and natural scene statistics. The Center for Perceptual Systems at UT Austin offers exceptional facilities and an outstanding interdisciplinary scientific environment in a collegial atmosphere. Computational background, programming experience (C/C++/Matlab), and experience with neurophysiology and psychophysics are desirable. Please send CV, statement of research interests, and the names of three references to: Wilson Geisler and Eyal Seidemann, Campus mailcode A8000, Center for Perceptual Systems, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas 78712, USA. Phone: (512) 232-6052. Fax: (512) 471-7356. Email: geisler@psy.utexas.edu and eyal@mail.cps.utexas.edu. Wilson Geisler and Eyal Seidemann will be available for meeting with interested candidates at the Society for Neuroscience meeting in New Orleans. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031103/8d8a83e2/attachment.html From pkoenig at uni-osnabrueck.de Tue Nov 4 08:00:01 2003 From: pkoenig at uni-osnabrueck.de (=?ISO-8859-1?Q?Peter_K=F6nig?=) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] Job offer in Neurobiopsychology Message-ID: <3FA7B951.8050005@uni-osnabrueck.de> A PhD position is open at the Institute of Cognitive Science of the University of Osnabrueck in the department of Neurobiopsychology (Prof. Dr. Peter Konig). The successful candidate will work in the area of processing of sensory information and sensorimotor integration under natural conditions. This include measurements of neuronal activity in the mammalian visual cortex, statistical analysis of natural stimuli, simulation of multimodal sensory systems, implementation on autonomous systems and measurements of eye movements. Furthermore, participation in teaching in courses of Cognitive Science (Neurobiopsychology) is expected. Requirements are a completed study (diploma/master) and experience in at least one of the following areas: Electrophysiology, computer simulation of neural systems and visual psychophysics, and furthermore good language skills. Please direct applications before the 15.11.2003 to the director of the Institute of Cognitive Science, University Osnabr=FCck, Katharinenstr 24, 49078 Osnabr=FCck. Further information can be obtained from Prof. Dr. Peter Konig (peter.koenig@uni-osnabrueck.de). From E.Brenner at erasmusmc.nl Tue Nov 4 08:46:02 2003 From: E.Brenner at erasmusmc.nl (Eli Brenner) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] update on "Motor Control for Vision Scientists" Message-ID: There is still place for several participants in our course: "Motor Control for Vision Scientists: Concepts and issues in the study of movements of limbs and eyes." The course is from January 7-11, 2004 in Lunteren, The Netherlands. The cost is 250 euro (including food and accommodation). More information can be found at: http://www.eur.nl/fgg/neuro/PRA/ Best wishes Eli Brenner Jeroen Smeets Pascal Mamassian -- Eli Brenner Department of Neuroscience, Room 1532, Erasmus MC, P.O.Box 1738, 3000 DR Rotterdam, The Netherlands e-mail: E.Brenner@erasmusmc.nl phone : +31-10-4087569 fax : +31-10-4087462 From David_Berson at brown.edu Tue Nov 4 11:47:00 2003 From: David_Berson at brown.edu (David Berson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] Neuroscience faculty position - Brown University Message-ID: <5.2.1.1.2.20031104133518.01d1dd38@postoffice.brown.edu> Neuroscientist Assistant or Associate Professor Tenure Track Faculty Brown University Medical School The Department of Neuroscience at Brown University announces a tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Research areas of particular interest to the Department include synaptic function and plasticity, molecular and cellular neurobiology, sensory processing, motor control, and development. The Ph.D. or M.D. degree and at least 2 years of relevant postdoctoral training are required. Neuroscience at Brown University is undergoing a significant expansion that includes additional positions, new research buildings and new facilities for transgenic mice. This expanded research infrastructure will complement existing state-of-the-art facilities for molecular biology, imaging, multielectrode recording and MRI. Criteria for Assistant Professor: Ph.D. or M.D. Two or more years of postdoctoral experience in research; ability for independent research and potential to secure external funding to support a scholarly research program; potential to be an effective teacher and mentor for undergraduate and graduate students. Criteria for Associate Professor: Ph.D. or M.D. Teaching - Effectiveness as a lecturer and mentor of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. Ability to direct courses at the undergraduate and graduate level. Research. - Record of scholarly productivity through publication in peer-reviewed journals and a record of presentation at scientific meetings and research seminars; established program of research with continuity of funding and continuous productivity; national reputation for excellence in scholarship and a record of professional service to the scientific and academic community. Applications received by December 15, 2003 will be given full consideration. Please specify if you are applying at Assistant or Associate Professor level. Submit a curriculum vitae, a set of representative reprints, a concise description of research interests and goals, and arrange for three (Assistant Professor) or five (Associate Professor) letters of reference to be sent to: David Berson, Ph.D. Department of Neuroscience Brown University Search Committee Box 1953 Providence, RI 02912 Brown University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer From eldred at bu.edu Tue Nov 4 13:57:00 2003 From: eldred at bu.edu (William D. Eldred) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] Post-doctoral Position Boston University Message-ID: <002501c3a305$87508170$387dc580@bigbilloffice> Post-doctoral position to join a multi-disciplinary NIH-funded lab studying the nitric oxide/cGMP signal transduction system in retina. The successful applicant will use a wide variety of techniques including real time nitric oxide imaging, conventional and multiphoton confocal microscopy, calcium imaging, light and electron immunocytochemistry, electrophysiology, pharmacology, proteomics, and transfections of cellular activity markers and RNAi. Research will be done using intact retinas, retinal slices and isolated cells from salamander, turtle, rat and mouse. Current projects include the study of neurotransmitter and light stimulated nitric oxide production and the downstream signaling pathways, and the modulation of neurotransmitter release by nitric oxide. BU has an active vision group which ranges in interests from molecular biology of phototransduction through retinal electrophysiology and perceptual modeling of vision. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Neurobiology or a closely related field. Previous experience in second messenger signaling mechanisms, molecular biology, electrophysiology, nitric oxide, or retina would be considered valuable. Please send CV, statement of research interests, and the names of three references to: William D. Eldred Boston University Department of Biology 5 Cummington Street Boston, MA 02215 Phone: (617) 353-2439 Fax: (617) 358-1124 Email: eldred@bu.edu I will be available for meeting with interested candidates at the Society for Neuroscience meeting in New Orleans. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031104/00b874f4/attachment.html From jdc at yorku.ca Tue Nov 4 15:29:00 2003 From: jdc at yorku.ca (Doug Crawford) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] Visuomotor post-docs for 2004 In-Reply-To: <3E557301.7010304@yorku.ca> References: <3E557301.7010304@yorku.ca> Message-ID: <3FA82391.2070206@yorku.ca> POST-DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS - NEUROPHYSIOLOGY OF SPATIAL CODING AND HEAD-FREE 3-D GAZE CONTROL Location: Doug Crawford's lab at the York Centre for Vision Research, York University, Toronto, Canada. Projects: Funding is currently available for upcoming post-doc projects in our primate neurophysiology labs, in the following areas: (1) Reference frames for visuomotor coding in cortical and subcortical structures like the superior colliculus and the supplementary eye fields. (2) Cortical and Subcortical mechanisms of spatial updating of 3-D space. (3) Neural Mechanisms of eye-head coordination (4) Neural mechanisms of 3-D head posture. For more information see http://www.yorku.ca/jdc/ Project Resources: An recently expanded, integrated primate facility that includes animal housing, surgery, and 5 laboratory set-ups, each equipped with 3-D eye coil systems for head-free recordings, Plexon and alpha-omega multi-unit recording systems, visual and vestibular stimuli. Strong surgical, technical, and programming support. Central office space in Centre for Vision Research. Regular Vision Seminar Series and laboratory meetings. CIHR Strategic Training Program in Vision Health Science. Salary Support: Funding at or above CIHR scholarship levels for two or more years. Start-time: 2004 Qualifications. Ph.D. in a neuroscience-related field. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in recording and analysing single / multiple unit data in alert animals. Skills in quantitative analysis, programming, eye movement recording, motor control, vision, cognitive neuroscience, and/or modelling would be an asset. Contact: Send CV, statement of background and interests, and names of 2 referees to: Doug Crawford, Canada Research Chair in Visuomotor Neuroscience, York Centre for Vision Research, York University, 4700 Keele St., Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M3J-1P3; jdc@yorku.ca People interested in this position can see our work and meet people from the lab at the upcoming society for neuroscience meeting in New Orleans: 555.2 Tuesday, Nov. 11, 8:15 AM - 8:30 AM Slide MACAQUE SUPPLEMENTARY EYE FIELDS ENCODES GAZE IN HEAD CENTERED COORDINATES. Morial Convention Center - Room 388 J.C.Martinez-Trujillo*; H.Wang; J.D.Crawford 79.4 Saturday, Nov. 8, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Poster NETWORK PROPERTIES IN A PHYSIOLOGICALLY REALISTIC MODEL OF UPDATING TARGET POSITION ACROSS SACCADES. I100 G.P.Keith; M.A.Smith; J.Crawford* 187.16 Sunday, Nov. 9, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Poster WHY AREN'T OBLIQUE SACCADES SUPER-FAST? J29 M.Niemeier; J.Crawford; D.B.Tweed* 386.9 Monday, Nov. 10, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Poster EFFECTOR-SPECIFIC TOPOLOGY OF TARGET LOCATION IN HUMAN PPC DURING POINTING AND SACCADES. H27 W.P.Medendorp*; H.C.Goltz; J.D.Crawford; T.Vilis 499.7 Monday, Nov. 10, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Poster THE THREE-DIMENSIONAL NEURAL INTEGRATOR USES EFFECTOR-SPECIFIC COORDINATE SYSTEMS. I9 E.M.Klier*; H.Wang; J.D.Crawford 499.12 Monday, Nov. 10, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Poster 3-D EYE AND HEAD COORDINATION DURING INACTIVATION OF THE INTERSTITIAL NUCLEUS OF CAJAL (INC) IN THE PRIMATE. I14 F.Farshadmanesh; H.Wang*; E.M.Klier; A.G.Constantin; J.D.Crawford 499.15 Monday, Nov. 10, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Poster NEURAL MECHANISMS FOR CONTEXT-DEPENDENT EYE HEAD COORDINATION STRATEGIES: ROLE OF PARALLEL AND SERIAL PATHWAYS. I17 A.Constantin*; H.Wang; J.Crawford 515.17 Monday, Nov. 10, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Poster TRANSSACCADIC INTEGRATION OF LINE ORIENTATION AND LOCATION. W6 S.L.Prime; M.Niemeier*; D.Crawford 597.3 Tuesday, Nov. 11, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Poster THE PROCESSING OF INDIRECT VISUOMOTOR TRANSFORMATIONS IN PRIMATES: KINEMATIC ANALYSIS. G66 M.S.Barr; X.Yan; J.D.Crawford; L.E.Sergio* 658.2 Tuesday, Nov. 11, 1:15 PM - 1:30 PM Slide ERRORS IN REACHING IN UNILATERAL OPTIC ATAXIA REFLECT A FAULTY EYE-CENTRED SPATIAL REPRESENTATION. Morial Convention Center - Room 268 A.Z.Khan*; L.Pisella; J.D.Crawford; Y.Rossetti -- J. Douglas Crawford Canada Research Chair in Visuomotor Neuroscience & Associate Director, York Centre for Vision Research, CIHR Group for Action and Perception, Associate Professor of Psychology, Biology, and Kinesioloy & Health Sciences York University, 4700 Keele Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M3J 1P3 Web: http://www.yorku.ca/jdc Phone: 416 736-2100 x 88621 Fax: 416 736-5857 From eskew at neu.edu Wed Nov 5 11:11:01 2003 From: eskew at neu.edu (Rhea Eskew) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] Graduate Training in Vision and Visual Perception Message-ID: ==== Graduate Training in Vision and Visual Perception ==== =========== Northeastern University, Boston =============== The Department of Psychology at Northeastern University in Boston has several Graduate Assistantships for PhD students in Vision and Visual Perception available, beginning Fall 2004. Topics of research include color vision, spatial vision, retinal physiology, electrophysiology, visual attention/search, and visual imagery. Faculty members in the group include: *Adam Reeves (reeves@neu.edu) -- visual attention, imagery, color vision *Rhea Eskew (eskew@neu.edu) -- color and spatial vision, quantitative models *Frank Naarendorp (naarendo@neu.edu) -- rod vision, retinal physiology, electroretinography Boston is one of the most active areas of vision research in the world, and the group has close ties to other vision researchers in the area. Support level is US$19,673 per year, plus tuition remission, and is normally provided for up to five years. All applicants must be fluent in written and spoken English. Send inquiries to any of the above researchers, or visit our web site at http://www.psych.neu.edu/Research/perception.html. The application deadline is January 15, 2004. Northeastern University is an equal-opportunity employer. -- Rhea T. Eskew, Jr., Ph.D. Professor Dept. of Psychology, 125-NI Northeastern University Boston, MA 02115 USA www.psych.neu.edu/vita/eskew.shtml eskew@neu.edu voice: 617-373-3863 fax: 617-373-8714 From announcements at journalofvision.org Wed Nov 5 12:33:00 2003 From: announcements at journalofvision.org (Journal of Vision) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] New Issue: Journal of Vision, Volume 3, Issue 10 Message-ID: <050101c3a3d0$ab95c470$020100c0@datajov> Journal of Vision Volume 3, Number 10, Pages 586-629 doi:10.1167/3.10 http://www.journalofvision.org/3/10/ ISSN 1534-7362 Articles Visual field representations and locations of visual areas V1/2/3 in human visual cortex Robert F. Dougherty Volker M. Koch Alyssa A. Brewer Bernd Fischer Jan Modersitzki Brian A. Wandell http://journalofvision.org/3/10/1/ Discrimination and identification of luminance contrast stimuli Emily S. Kachinsky Vivianne C. Smith Joel Pokorny http://journalofvision.org/3/10/2/ Binocular rivalry in split-brain observers Robert P. O'Shea Paul M. Corballis http://journalofvision.org/3/10/3/ Sensitivity for global shape detection Rebecca L. Achtman Robert F. Hess Yi-Zhong Wang http://journalofvision.org/3/10/4/ On the principle of minimal relative motion - the bar, the circle with a dot, and the ellipse Zili Liu http://journalofvision.org/3/10/5/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031105/7826ad0f/attachment.html From mcbranco at imagem.ibili.uc.pt Thu Nov 6 11:51:00 2003 From: mcbranco at imagem.ibili.uc.pt (Miguel Castelo-Branco) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] POST-DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP - Visual Neuroscience Message-ID: POSTDOCTORAL POSITION In Visual Neuroscience (Psychophysics, Electrophysiology and Neuroimaging) Candidates are invited to apply for a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (?1.495 /month, which starts beginning 2004) within the scope of the project POCTI/NSE/46438/2002 (Visual function in occipital and temporal lobe epilepsy: psychophysics, electrophysiology and imaging), financed by the FCT, Portugal. The project will take place at Instituto Biom?dico para a Investiga??o da Luz e Imagem, Coimbra, Portugal. This Fellowship will have a maximal duration of three years and follows the rules postulated by the Portuguese Law. Applicants should have a doctoral degree in a discipline within the scope of biomedical sciences or biophysics. A letter of motivation, CV and two recommendation letters should be sent to the address given below, during the period between 1st and 18th of December 2003. A first selection will be made, on the basis of the CV and recommendation letters, and for the final decision selected candidates will then be invited for an interview. Selected publications: Castelo-Branco, M. Formisano, E. Backes, W. Zanella, F. Neuenschwander, S., Singer, W. & Rainer Goebel (2002) Activity patterns in human motion sensitive areas depend on the interpretation of global motion Proceedings of Nacional Academy of Sciences, USA, 99(21): 13914-13919. Castelo-Branco M., Goebel, R. Neuenschwander S., and Singer W. (2000) "Neural synchrony reflects surface segmentation rules." Nature 405(6787):685-689. Castelo-Branco, M. Faria, P. Forjaz, V. Kozak L. R. and Azevedo H. (2003) Early and late damage of parvo and koniocellular function in ocular hypertension and glaucoma Investigative Ophtalmology and Visual Sciences, in press Miguel Castelo-Branco (or att. Alda Gon?alves) Laborat?rio de Psicofisiologia da Vis?o Instituto Biom?dico para a Investiga??o da Luz e Imagem (IBILI) Faculdade de Medicina Coimbra Portugal Telef: 00 351 239480286/ 00351936360050 Fax: 00 351 239480280 Email: mcbranco@ibili.uc.pt From mcbranco at imagem.ibili.uc.pt Thu Nov 6 21:52:02 2003 From: mcbranco at imagem.ibili.uc.pt (Miguel Castelo-Branco) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] POST-DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP - Visual Neuroscience Message-ID: POSTDOCTORAL POSITION In Visual Neuroscience (Psychophysics, Electrophysiology and Neuroimaging) Candidates are invited to apply for a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (?1.495 /month, which starts beginning 2004) within the scope of the project POCTI/NSE/46438/2002 (Visual function in occipital and temporal lobe epilepsy: psychophysics, electrophysiology and imaging), financed by the FCT, Portugal. The project will take place at Instituto Biom?dico para a Investiga??o da Luz e Imagem, Coimbra, Portugal. This Fellowship will have a maximal duration of three years and follows the rules postulated by the Portuguese Law. Applicants should have a doctoral degree in a discipline within the scope of biomedical sciences or biophysics. A letter of motivation, CV and two recommendation letters should be sent to the address given below, during the period between 1st and 18th of December 2003. A first selection will be made, on the basis of the CV and recommendation letters, and for the final decision selected candidates will then be invited for an interview. Selected publications: Castelo-Branco, M. Formisano, E. Backes, W. Zanella, F. Neuenschwander, S., Singer, W. & Rainer Goebel (2002) Activity patterns in human motion sensitive areas depend on the interpretation of global motion Proceedings of Nacional Academy of Sciences, USA, 99(21): 13914-13919. Castelo-Branco M., Goebel, R. Neuenschwander S., and Singer W. (2000) "Neural synchrony reflects surface segmentation rules." Nature 405(6787):685-689. Castelo-Branco, M. Faria, P. Forjaz, V. Kozak L. R. and Azevedo H. (2003) Early and late damage of parvo and koniocellular function in ocular hypertension and glaucoma Investigative Ophtalmology and Visual Sciences, in press Miguel Castelo-Branco (or att. Alda Gon?alves) Laborat?rio de Psicofisiologia da Vis?o Instituto Biom?dico para a Investiga??o da Luz e Imagem (IBILI) Faculdade de Medicina Coimbra Portugal Telef: 00 351 239480286/ 00351936360050 Fax: 00 351 239480280 Email: mcbranco@ibili.uc.pt From white033 at mc.duke.edu Fri Nov 7 11:56:00 2003 From: white033 at mc.duke.edu (Leonard E White) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] Duke University, Postdoc in visual neurobiology (please post) Message-ID: POST DOCTORAL POSITION IN DEVELOPMENTAL VISUAL NEUROBIOLOGY Duke University, Durham, North Carolina USA A fully-funded post doctoral position is available beginning in January 2004 in the lab of Dr. Len White, Duke University Medical Center. The focus of the research is to explore the contributions of visual experience to the development of direction selectivity in the visual cortex. The project entails the use of optical imaging of intrinsic signal methods, extracellular and intracellular electrophysiological techniques and anatomical tract-tracing methods in neonatal, juvenile and adult ferrets. There are also opportunities to collaborate with colleagues in the Department of Neurobiology. A highly competitive salary is available. For more information, contact: Len White, PhD (919) 668-3015 len.white@duke.edu Box 3907 Duke University Medical Center Department of Community and Family Medicine Doctor of Physical Therapy Division Durham NC 27710 From vassilakis at med.uoc.gr Tue Nov 18 08:39:00 2003 From: vassilakis at med.uoc.gr (Katherina Vassilakis) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] 3rd Aegean Summer School in Visual Optics Message-ID: <012901c3adc9$c5fb0520$d2493493@med.uoc.gr> 3rd AEGEAN SUMMER SCHOOL IN VISUAL OPTICS, 27 June - 1 July 2004, Aldemar Olympian Village Hotel, West Pelopennese, Greece The 3rd Aegean Summer School in Visual Optics is organized by the Ophthalmology Clinic of the University Hospital of Crete, the Vardinoyiannion Eye Institute of the University of Crete (VEIC), in collaboration with the Research Training Network RTN (Sharp Eye)/EU Program. The Summer School will focus on the thematic area of visual optics with emphasis on retinal imaging and visual function. Topics of the selected lectures will deal with a wide range of subjects from optics and vision to perception. Participants may be Ophthalmologists, Ophthalmology residents, Physicists, Optometrists, scientists from other Basic Sciences as well as post-graduate students. Members of the Scientific Committee and lecturers are leading authorities in the fields of Ophthalmology and Visual Optics. Scientific Committee Prof. R. Applegate, University of Texas, USA Prof. W. N. Charman, Department of Optometry and Neuroscience, UMIST, Great Britain Prof. C. Dainty, National University of Ireland Galway, Ireland Prof. V. Molebny, Institute of Biomedical Engineering ? Kiev, Ukraine Prof. I. Pallikaris, University of Crete, Greece Prof. D. R. Williams, University of Rochester, USA Prof. Dr Marie-Jose Tassignon, University Hospital Antwerp, Belgium TOPICS a.. Nature and propagation of light b.. Geometrical Optics c.. Wave Optics d.. Lasers for ophthalmic applications e.. Optical properties of refractive media of the human eye. f.. Visual Psychophysics g.. Aberrations Theory h.. Metrics of Image Quality i.. Methods for the objective measurement of aberrations j.. Location of aberrations in the human eye. k.. The limits of human visual system. l.. Accommodation. m.. Ocular aberrations and retinal image quality n.. Chromatic aberrations of the human eye o.. Eye movements p.. Refractive surgery q.. The quest of supernormal vision r.. Polarization properties of the eye. s.. The role of tear film on image quality t.. Schematic eye models u.. Sphero-cylindrical equivalent of higher ?order aberrations. v.. Instrumentation for imaging the retina w.. Principles and applications of OCT x.. Scanning laser Ophthalmoscope y.. Adaptive optics for imaging the retina. z.. Adaptive optics for simulating vision aa.. Multi-spectral Imaging of the Retina ab.. The photoreceptor mosaic ac.. Introduction to retinal anatomy and physiology ad.. Photodynamic therapy. ae.. Optical properties of photoreceptors af.. Colour vision ag.. Evolution of the visual system For information, contact Katherina Vassilakis, Administrative Secretariat; phone:+30 2810 394654; fax:+30 2810394560; e-mail:vassilakis@med.uoc.gr ; web site: www.eyeinstitutecrete.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031118/07aaba81/attachment.html From vassilakis at med.uoc.gr Tue Nov 18 08:48:16 2003 From: vassilakis at med.uoc.gr (Katherina Vassilakis) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] Aegean Cornea VII Message-ID: <014201c3adcb$a34e7460$d2493493@med.uoc.gr> AEGEAN CORNEA VII, 2-4 July 2004, Aldemar Olympian Village hotel, West Pelopennese, Greece The Aegean meetings have been established as highly prestigious ophthalmological events worldwide. Each year the ?Aegean? Conferences take place in a different location in Greece. The scientific program comprises presentations pertaining to recent developments and discussions on subjects covering the anterior part of the eye (Aegean Cornea) and the posterior part of the eye (Aegean Retina). The 2004 Aegean Cornea is the seventh installment in a series, which started with the first meeting in 1992, and constantly increase in attendance as well as in scientific, educational and research interest worldwide. The ambition for perfection has widened the goals the meeting aims to achieve, however the scope of its main objectives has maintained constant. The participants will be presented with the newest information concerning disorders of the anterior segment of the eye through an interactive process of a presentation followed by an open discussion. The members of the Organizing Committee are well-known experts in the cornea and refractive surgery field, in a meeting that provides a forum for the presentation of recent data and the exchange of new ideas by the most prominent scientists. The location has been selected in order to provide a relaxing and inspiring environment, enhancing fruitful discussions and innovative future research directions. This year?s scientific program will start on Friday 2 July and will end on Sunday 4 July, 2004. Onsite registration will be on Thursday afternoon and on Friday morning. There will be a welcome reception on Thursday night, a guided tour on Friday afternoon and a dinner party to end the festivities of the meeting on Saturday night. Organizing Committee Perry S. Binder, USA Marguerite Mc Donald, USA Ioannis G. Pallikaris, Greece ABSTRACT SUBMISSION Under the guidance of the Organizing Committee the presentations and discussion will focus on the most recent developments, both clinical and technical, in the fields of medical cornea and refractive surgery. Eight-minute papers presenting clinical results of Phakic IOL, LASIK, New Laser Technologies, Quality of Vision ? Wavefront Analysis, Intracorneal Ring Segments, Corneal Topography, as well as papers relating to corneal disorders will all be presented in focused sessions. Audience participation that makes each of these meetings special is expected. Submissions are invited in any of the following topic areas: Vision Quality and Refractive Surgery Non-Laser Refractive Surgery New Laser Technology: Epi-LASIK, LASEK, Advanced Surface Ablation Intrastromal Corneal Surgery Alloplastic Material in Refractive Surgery Visual Optics and Biomechanics LASIK-Keratomileusis Refractive IOLs Corneal external diseases Presbyopia Deadline for Submission of Abstracts is May 15, 2004 CME Preliminary consultations with the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education of the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS/EACCME) are in progress regarding the amount of CME credits to be awarded for the event. For information, contact Katherina Vassilakis, Administrative Secretariat; phone:+30 2810 394654; fax:+30 2810394560; e-mail:vassilakis@med.uoc.gr ; web site: www.eyeinstitutecrete.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031118/ec7f6977/attachment.html From announcements at journalofvision.org Tue Nov 18 11:28:00 2003 From: announcements at journalofvision.org (Journal of Vision) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:43 2005 Subject: [vslist] New Editors at Journal of Vision Message-ID: The Journal of Vision is pleased to announce four new appointments to our Editorial Board: David Brainard University of Pennsylvania, USA (Color, computational models) Patrick Cavanagh Harvard University, USA (Attention, motion, cognition) Mark Georgeson Aston University, UK (Spatial vision, motion, depth perception, cognition) Eileen Kowler Rutgers University, USA (Eye movements and perception) With these appointments, the Journal of Vision strengthens and expands its commitment to publication of high quality articles in all areas of vision science. As always, the Journal of Vision offers color, movies, open access, rapid publication, and a simple, permanent, unique URL for each article. Coming Soon: Special Issue: Linking Eye Movements and Perception Abstract Issue: 2003 Fall Vision Meeting Open for Submissions: Special Issue: Perception of Color and Material Properties in Complex Scenes -- Journal of Vision http://journalofvision.org/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031118/7cd92835/attachment.html From jswerner at ucdavis.edu Tue Nov 18 13:51:01 2003 From: jswerner at ucdavis.edu (Jack Werner) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] please post Message-ID: <2CB25646-1A07-11D8-887E-003065F950DC@ucdavis.edu> The University of California Davis announces the availability of two NEI-sponsored postdoctoral fellowships in vision science. The starting date is flexible, with the first round of applications to be reviewed in January 2004. UC Davis has 31 faculty in the vision sciences with research programs in (i) molecular biology, genetics and development, (ii) anatomy and retinal imaging, (iii) retinal electrophysiology and cellular mechanisms, (iv) central mechanism neurophysiology and behavior, and (v) functional imaging, computational modeling and psychophysics. The vision sciences at UC Davis supports research in the basic sciences and translational research in ophthalmology, all with a highly interactive and collegial faculty. Davis itself is a friendly, medium-sized college town close to the cultural attractions of San Francisco and the recreational attractions of the Napa Valley, Yosemite and Pacific coast beaches. Initial inquiries should be made with a potential sponsor, including James D. Brandt (glaucoma), Kenneth H. Britten (extrastriate processing of motion), Marie E. Burns (photoreceptor transduction), Leo M. Chalupa (retinal development), Barbara Chapman (development of retino-geniculo-striate pathways), Gino A. Cortopassi (cellular mechanisms of optic neuropathy), Katherine W. Ferrara (retinal blood flow mapping using ultrasound), Paul FitzGerald (molecular analysis of ocular lens protein), Leonard M. Hjelmeland (aging of retinal pigment epithelium), Andrew Ishida (pharmacology and physiology of retinal ganglion cells), John L. Keltner (neuro-ophthalmology), Leah Krubitzer (cortical organization and plasticity), Leslie A. Lyons (genetics of retinal degeneration), George R. Mangun (fMRI, visual attention), Kimberly McAllister (cellular mechanisms of visual development), Bruno Olshausen (computational models, object recognition), Gregg H. Recanzone (cortical mechanisms of visual-auditory and somatosensory interactions), Naoki Saito (computational harmonic analysis and vision), Martin Usrey (neural circuitry between LGN and cortex), John S. Werner (psychophysics, aging, retinal imaging) and Martin Wilson (signal processing of single retinal cells). A CV and letters of reference will be required for formal application. Applicants must be US citizens or US permanent residents. The University of California is committed to diversity. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Jean-Francois Stein Movement, Action and Performance Laboratory Sports Sciences Department National Institute for Sports and Physical Education 11, avenue du Tremblay F-75012 PARIS Phone : (+33) 01 41 74042 21 Fax : (+33) 1 41 74 45 35 www.insep.fr/Dss/Labmap/index.html -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031119/ff2a69a8/attachment.html From sanocki at usf.edu Wed Nov 19 08:44:39 2003 From: sanocki at usf.edu (Thomas Sanocki) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] Two Faculty Positions Message-ID: <2FF64B16-1AA0-11D8-BD1B-0003930344B2@usf.edu> Two tenure-track openings for outstanding candidates; Vision/Cognition/Neuroscience is included in the wide net. Note Dec. 15 receipt deadline. Full ad at http://www.cas.usf.edu/psychology/content/FinalAd2003.pdf The Department of Psychology at the UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA invites applications for two full-time, tenure-track, assistant professors with service to begin August 7, 2004. The applicants will be expected to establish an independent program of research that can garner extramural support, to supervise and mentor graduate students, to teach graduate and undergraduate classes, and to participate in departmental governance. Applicants must have the Ph.D. degree by the time of the appointment. Post-doctoral experience is highly desirable. We are seeking psychologists whose program of research focuses on ANY area of psychology and who are conducting empirical, theory-driven research with humans. The domain of the search ranges across the spectrum of psychological science. The department has particular needs in some areas (such as, but not limited to, Social, Developmental, and Cognitive). We have a special interest in a Cognitive Neuroscientist who utilizes electrophysiological, optical or radiological neuroimaging. The salary is negotiable. Send statements describing research program and teaching interests, a CV, and up to five reprints and preprints. to the chair of the search committee: Prof. William Sacco, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Psychology, University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler., PCD 4118G, Tampa, Florida, 33620-7200. Three letters of recommendation should be sent directly to Prof. Sacco. The University of South Florida encourages applications from women and members of minority groups. The selection process will be conducted under the provisions of Florida?s ?Government in the Sunshine? and Public Records Laws. Anyone requiring special accommodations to complete an application should contact Sonya Espinosa (813-974-2438). A review of applications will begin on 12/15/2003.? In order to receive full consideration by the Search Committee the application must be received by that date. Applications received after 12/15/2003 will be reviewed and advanced in cases of compelling merit up to the conclusion of the search process. For a full version of this ad see http://www.cas.usf.edu/psychology/content/FinalAd2003.pdf -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: text/enriched Size: 2678 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031119/643ec5db/attachment.bin From Dmitry.Gorodnichy at nrc-cnrc.gc.ca Wed Nov 19 11:02:00 2003 From: Dmitry.Gorodnichy at nrc-cnrc.gc.ca (Gorodnichy, Dmitry) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] CFR: IEEE Workshop on Face Processing in Video - June 26, 2004 Message-ID: <10C94843061E094A98C02EB77CFC3287045CDAAD@nrcmrdex1d.imsb.nrc.ca> Can you please add the following workshop item to your conference list. Thank you Dr. Dmitry O. Gorodnichy T?l. | Tel. (613) 998-5298 T?l?copieur | Facsimile (613) 952-0215 Courriel | e-mail: Dmitry.Gorodnichy@nrc.gc.ca http://www.cv.iit.nrc.ca/~dmitry Agent de recherche | Research Officer Groupe vid?o informatique | Computational Video Group Institut de technologie de l'information | Institute for Information Technology Conseil national de recherches Canada | National Research Council Canada Ottawa, Ontario, CANADA K1A 0R6 Gouvernement du Canada | Government of Canada ============================================================================ ======= Call for Papers --------------- First IEEE Workshop on Face Processing in Video (FPIV'04) in conjunction with IEEE International Conference on Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition (CVPR'04) Washington, D.C. June 26- June 27, 2004 Conference web-site: http://www.visioninterface.net/fpiv04 Aims and scope Face processing is an area of research dedicated to the extraction and manipulation of information about human faces. It deals with such problems as face detection, tracking, recognition, coding, etc. as well as their applications. Video is becoming ubiquitous and very affordable, and there is growing demand on vision-based human-oriented applications, ranging from security and industry for disabled to computer-human interaction and video annotation. Therefore, more and more research effort is being put on face processing in video, which is very different from face processing in still imaginary in terms of the nature of data processed. On one hand, because of real-time, bandwidth and environmental constraints, video images are of rather modest resolution and quality, as compared to photo-images. On the other hand, such a seeming deficiency of video is compensated by the abundance of images due to the dynamic nature of video. Video processing and understanding also has many parallels with biological vision, which provides additional insights and solutions to the problem. Therefore, it is important to develop approaches other than those developed for still imagery which would make use of the advantages of video for face processing. With this goal in mind, the FPIV'04 workshop is aimed at providing a forum for scientists from different backgrounds: biological vision, computer vision, pattern recognition, machine learning, HCI, etc. - to share their experiences and discuss the problems, solutions and applications of Face Processing in Video. The workshop will consist of one day of oral presentations and a talk from an invited speaker on a synergy of biological and computer vision. Paper submission Although any paper analyzing video for the presence of information about faces may be submitted, the preference will be given to those papers which clearly indicate in the abstract a) the research areas of the paper and b) what the paper contributions are. Application-oriented papers are as much welcome as theoretical papers. The suggested research areas are listed below, but other topics dealing with the face in video scenario are welcome. neurobiological and neurocomputational approaches to visual perception and recognition synergy between biological and computer vision face segmentation and detection in video face tracking and multiple faces tracking face memorization, classification recognition from video face biometrics and face modeling, 3d face models facial features for tracking and recognition face representation, canonical face models, face in video databases face synthesis and mimicking facial expression recognition and classification, and representation fusing different modalities of video information (motion, colour, intensity) performance evaluation for face in video problems face detection/tracking/recognition in multicamera setups including stereo face detection/tracking/recognition in panoramic video combining video and audio for speaker face detection/tracking/recognition face-based multi-media, games, and computer-human interaction perceptual face-controlled interfaces face processing for video-conferencing face processing for avatars and computer-generated communication programs face processing for immersive and collaborative environments face processing for industry for disabled face processing for augmented and virtualized reality face processing for security and surveillance face processing for encoding and annotating video Papers should not exceed 6 double-column pages. Only original manuscripts will be considered. Dual submission with CVPR is not permitted. Instead, if a relevant paper on object tracking, recognition etc has been submitted to CVPR, a related, but focused on the face as of an object of interest and video as of a media can be submitted to the workshop. This policy is intended to encourage participation from authors whose papers are accepted in CVPR as well as those that are not. Reviewing will be blind circular. By submitting a paper, each author agrees to review at least 3 other submissions. This procedure has produced quality, useful reviews in previous CVPR workshops. As reviewers, authors must comply with the reviewing schedule below. In addition, each paper will be reviewed by the program committee. Given the exploratory nature of the workshop, reviews will emphasize the novelty of the ideas and clarity of presentation. The paper must not include any information that would indicate the author's identity (references to authors' previous work should be left blank). Papers must be submitted in the same format as for CVPR and submitted as pdf files, by emailing to the Program Chair. In an email accompanying the paper, authors should supply 1) the title of the paper 2) keywords relating to the paper, 3) the names and affiliations of the authors 4) (!) areas of expertise of the authors (for circular reviewing), and 5) the name of the contact author Important dates: Full Paper Submission : January 17, 2004 Papers Distributed for Review: January 20, 2004 Reviews due: February 25, 2004 Notification to acceptance : March 2, 2004 camera ready copy: April 4, 2004 Program Organizer: Dmitry O. Gorodnichy, NRC-CNRC, Canada Email: fpiv04 AT visioninterface.net (dmitry.gorodnichy AT nrc-cnrc.gc.ca) Program Comittee: Bernhard Fr?ba, Fraunhofer-Institut, Germany Laurent Itti, U. of Southern California, USA Takeo Kanade, CMU, USA Josef Kittler, University of Surrey, UK Ernst Kussul, U. Nacional Autonoma de Mexico, Mexico Stan Z. Li, Microsoft Research, China Michael J. Lyons, ATR Media Information Science Labs, Japan Marc Parizeau, U. Laval, Canada Maximilian Riesenhuber, Georgetown U., USA Gerhard Roth, NRC-CNRC, Canada Chris Solomon, University of Kent at Canterbury, UK Jean-Christophe Terrillon, Softopia Japan Foundation, Japan Matthew Turk, UCSB, USA Lijun Yin, Binghamton University, USA From R.Hema at apu.ac.uk Wed Nov 19 16:48:00 2003 From: R.Hema at apu.ac.uk (Hema Radhakrishnan) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] 10th International Myopia Conference Message-ID: 10th International Myopia Conference Anglia Polytechnic University, Cambridge invites you to the 10th International Myopia Conference to be held in Cambridge from 19-22nd July, 2004. We welcome abstract submissions from optometrists, ophthalmologists, biologists, psychophysicists, pharmacologists and physiologists, geneticists, physicists and any other scientific disciplines who may wish to contribute to this very lively and informative conference held in one of the most prestigious cities in the UK. Detailed information is given at http://www.apu.ac.uk/appsci/optometry/myopiaconference/index.html For further information please don't hesitate to contact me at r.hema@apu.ac.uk. With best regards, Hema Radhakrishnan -------------------------- Dr. Hema Radhakrishnan Department of Optometry and Ophthalmic Dispensing, Anglia Polytechnic University, East Road, Cambridge, CB1 1PT United Kingdom. Ph: 01223 363271 extn 2237 Fax: 01223 417712 From knoblauch at lyon.inserm.fr Fri Nov 21 07:57:01 2003 From: knoblauch at lyon.inserm.fr (Ken Knoblauch) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] Daltoniana for ICVS members Message-ID: <1069398684.3fbdba9c905d2@webmail.lyon.inserm.fr> To members of the ICVS: The October, 2003 edition of Daltoniana, the newsletter of the International Colour Vision Society, is now available at: http://orlab.optom.unsw.edu.au/ICVS/ We are continuing our efforts to distribute the newsletter electronically. ?If you are a member of the ICVS and have not yet received your copy, please access it at the address above, and, if you have not received it, let the editor, Stephen Dain know ?at: s.dain@unsw.edu.au so that we can correct this for the next edition. Thank you. Sincerely, Ken Knoblauch General Secretary, ICVS From Nikos.Paragios at scr.siemens.com Fri Nov 21 13:43:01 2003 From: Nikos.Paragios at scr.siemens.com (Paragios, Nikos) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] Siemens Corporate Research, Research Scientist Message-ID: <20B20848358CDA44AB6A2E277D2E1C5E02C30AF8@postoffice.scr.siemens.com> --------------------------------------------------------- Real-Time Vision and Modeling Department Siemens Corporate Research http://www.scr.siemens.com RESEARCH SCIENTISTS Posting Number 1107 The 3D Vision and Augmented Reality Program of the Real-time Vision and Modeling Department has several openings for research scientists. In these positions, the candidates will be conducting leading-edge research and development activities related to computer vision, image processing, medical image analysis, statistics, and visualization. Responsibilities of these positions include investigation, development, prototyping, specification, implementation, optimization, and enhancements of computer vision/image processing algorithms. Areas of interest include video-based surveillance, three-dimensional computer vision, multi-camera analysis, tracking, real-time system development, system analysis and modeling, and statistical analysis and estimation. Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. in CS or related fields with a proven record in research, innovative thinking, real world problem solving, and fast prototyping. Candidates with an MS with strong systems experience will also be considered. Candidates must have C/C++ proficiency in MS Windows platform. Experience in developing applications for real-time computer vision systems and in system analysis and modeling will be a big plus. The candidates need to have strong interpersonal skills, be able to work independently on problems, be an effective team player and be willing to accept challenge and responsibility. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package that reflects our leadership status. For consideration, please email your resume and salary history, along with the Posting Number of the position you are applying for, to: Email: hr1107@scr.siemens.com We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. --------------------------------------------------------------- From Hualou.Liang at uth.tmc.edu Fri Nov 21 23:01:01 2003 From: Hualou.Liang at uth.tmc.edu (Hualou Liang) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AVAILABLE Message-ID: COMPUTATIONAL COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AVAILABLE University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston A postdoctoral position is available starting Jan 1 2004 in my laboratory (http://www.sahs.uth.tmc.edu/hliang/) at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston to participate in an ongoing research project studying the cortical dynamics of visual attention. The project involves the application of multivariate signal analysis techniques to cortical event-related potentials. Our current facilities include a 90-node (2 CPUs per node) Linux cluster and a 128-channel EEG system dedicated for research activities. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. in relevant discipline with substantial mathematical/computational experience in neurophysiological signal processing and multivariate statistics. Programming skills in C and Matlab are essential. Interested individuals should send a curriculum vitae, representative publications, and the names and e-mail addresses of three references to Hualou Liang (hualou.liang@uth.tmc.edu). -------------------------------- Hualou Liang, Ph.D. Assistant Professor The University of Texas at Houston 7000 Fannin, Suite 600 Houston, TX 77030 From l.carney at qut.edu.au Mon Nov 24 11:19:01 2003 From: l.carney at qut.edu.au (Leo Carney) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] QUT (Brisbane, Australia), Senior Research Fellowship Message-ID: <5.1.0.14.2.20031124100320.02291ea0@pop.qut.edu.au> The Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation (IHBI) is a new Queensland University of Technology (Brisbane, Australia) research facility integrating disciplines in health, biomedical science and biomedical engineering. Three new research positions are on offer, one of which is in vision. The Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation will address a range of future global health challenges that confront both individuals and populations. It will provide an exciting environment to address complex multidisciplinary challenges and projects drawing upon the different and varied discipline specific strengths of the University. The Institute will be QUT's largest research centre, in time comprising some 400 researchers. A Senior Research Fellow is required to develop and support the vision research activities. The vision research group within IHBI conducts research in a number of areas, including ophthalmic optics, optics of the eye, retinal image reconstruction, mechanisms of ocular growth control and refractive error development, and visual performance studies such as vision and driving and vision and falls. This new position will lead to further development of research activity in one or more of these areas. Emphasis is placed on collaborative research both with others in the vision research group and with other groups within IHBI. Full details of the Senior Research Fellowship, including conditions of employment, selection criteria, and duty statement are available at http://www.hrd.qut.edu.au/recruitselect/jobs/23421.htm For further clarification about this position, contact Professor Leo Carney on +61 7 3864 5735, e-mail l.carney@qut.edu.au Closing date for applications (to be sent to the Human Resources Department at QUT) is December 16, 2003. From chris.benton at bristol.ac.uk Mon Nov 24 11:29:01 2003 From: chris.benton at bristol.ac.uk (Chris Benton) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] PhD studentship - Bristol, UK Message-ID: <006101c3b2a8$1e1b6eb0$713cde89@psy113> PhD Studentship Departments of Experimental Psychology and Electrical and Electronic Engineering University of Bristol, Bristol, U.K. (the details can also be found at http://jobs.ac.uk/jobfiles/PI511.html ) The Departments of Experimental Psychology and Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the University of Bristol are offering a PhD studentship to commence in March 2004. The successful applicant will be based in the Department of Experimental Psychology and will work on a project entitled "Fusing motion information with spatial structure for surveillance applications" under the joint supervision of Dr Chris Benton (Experimental Psychology), Dr Stavri Nikolov (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) and Dr Nick Scott-Samuel (Experimental Psychology). The project is funded by the newly established Data and Information Fusion Defence Technology Centre (DIF-DTC). The PhD student will receive ?10,000 per annum for three years, and his/her fees will be paid. Further funds are available for travel and equipment. Please note that the studentship is restricted to UK or EU citizens. The aim of the PhD is to develop algorithms to fuse motion information into static images, with the aim of constructing a representation of dynamic information which can be displayed in a single (or several) key image(s). The main application area for this work will be visual surveillance. The project will initially concentrate on the assessment and development of algorithms for the extraction of motion signals from video sequences. Once a suitable approach has been established, it will be implemented on available technology, and ways of compressing its output will be investigated. At this stage, the validity of the output will be tested using behavioural techniques in order to guide the subsequent choice of information compression algorithm. This algorithm will combine the motion output with static background features in a form from which it is easy for human observers to extract relevant dynamic information. The ease of extraction will be quantified via behavioural testing. This project will build upon previous work in the two departments in the areas of image fusion, motion analysis and motion perception. Available systems for visualisation and analysis of image sequences as spatio-temporal volumes (based on VTK and utilising a VolumePro real-time volume rendering card) will be used. Dedicated graphics equipment (Cambridge Research Systems VSG 2/5 board) is also available for the presentation of calibrated images in the behavioural phase of the project. Applicants will ideally have a background in either computer science, engineering or the behavioural sciences, although promising candidates from other fields will also be considered. Strong programming skills (Matlab and/or C++) are essential for the project. Previous knowledge of image/video processing and motion analysis techniques is desirable. Potential applicants can contact Dr Chris Benton ( Chris.Benton@bristol.ac.uk ), Dr Stavri Nikolov ( Stavri.Nikolov@bristol.ac.uk ) or Dr Nick Scott-Samuel ( n.e.scott-samuel@bris.ac.uk) for further information. Application forms are available from: Lara Heard, Department of Experimental Psychology, University of Bristol, 8 Woodland Road, Bristol BS8 1TN, U.K. Email: Lara.Heard@bristol.ac.uk. Tel: 0117 928 8452, Fax: 0117 928 8588. The closing date for applications is 9.00am, 16th January 2003. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031124/c34a7768/attachment.html From A.Freeman at fhs.usyd.edu.au Mon Nov 24 20:36:01 2003 From: A.Freeman at fhs.usyd.edu.au (Alan Freeman) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] Visual cortex meeting Message-ID: Two-day meeting: "Visual cortex: a variety of viewpoints" Melbourne, Australia 26 and 27 January, 2004. That's the southern summer! You are invited to attend a two-day meeting on visual cortex. The aim of the meeting is to bring together neuroscientists studying visual cortex with a variety of methods, including single-cell electrophysiology, functional imaging, and psychophysics. Confirmed speakers include: David Alais, Michael Calford, Lin Chen, Colin Clifford, Robert Desimone, Robert Doty, Bogdan Dreher, Gary Egan, Ulf Eysel, Ichiro Fujita, Robert Hess, Michael Ibbotson, Chao-Yi Li, John Morley, Izumi Ohzawa, Marcello Rosa, Tiande Shou, Branka Spehar, Stefan Treue, Jeremy Wolfe. Find more details at http://www.fhs.usyd.edu.au/bio/cortexsat. From john at eyelab.psy.msu.edu Tue Nov 25 12:50:01 2003 From: john at eyelab.psy.msu.edu (John M. Henderson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] Post-doc opportunity Message-ID: <5.2.0.9.0.20031122021210.02e12b38@eyelab.msu.edu> An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031125/18753636/attachment.html From avi at psych.mcgill.ca Tue Nov 25 13:10:01 2003 From: avi at psych.mcgill.ca (Avi Chaudhuri) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] Behavioural Neuroscience at McGill Message-ID: I am pleased to inform you of the launch of a new Behavioural Neuroscience Training Program at McGill University. This new program, which is made possible by a recently-awarded Strategic Training Grant from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, will bring together existing faculty strengths and resources in this area at McGill to create what we believe is a truly innovative and exciting new opportunity for undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate training. VSList members may note the signficant opportunities for research on vision and visual behaviour through this program. I am writing to you to seek your help in spreading the word about this new program to your colleagues and to identify promising undergraduates who may be interested in the various training opportunities that we offer, especially at the graduate level. The next deadline for applications is January 1. Most of all, I invite you to visit our website http://www.mbns.ca/ where you will find comprehensive information that includes program descriptions, faculty research interests, graduate curriculum, and considerable detail on the admissions process. Avi Chaudhuri Professor and Program Director ------------------------------------------------------------------- Avi Chaudhuri, PhD Office: (514) 398-6088 Lab: (514) 398-6151 James McGill Professor Mobile: (514) 909-6151 Fax: (514) 398-3255 Dept. of Psychology URL: http://ego.psych.mcgill.ca/labs/cvl/ McGill University, 1205 Dr. Penfield Ave., Montreal, QC H3A 1B1, Canada ------------------------------------------------------------------- From vsevolod.gurevich at vanderbilt.edu Tue Nov 25 15:27:01 2003 From: vsevolod.gurevich at vanderbilt.edu (Vsevolod Gurevich) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] Post-Doctoral Fellow in Vision Research. Message-ID: Postdoctoral position to participate in NIH-funded studies of photoreceptor survival and function in genetically modified mice. The models include (but are not limited to) transgenic mice expressing ?super-arrestin? mutants that compensate for the lack of rhodopsin phosphorylation. We expect that in-depth physiological studies of mice expressing these transgenes on various genetic backgrounds will improve our understanding of the visual signaling and mechanisms involved in its regulation. The candidate is expected to have sufficient experience in electrophysiology to be able to collect and analyze mouse ERG data after minimum training; to be able to analyze retinal histology; and to perform genotyping by PCR. Successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary laboratory interested in structure, function, and biology of arrestin proteins. Candidates interested in pursuing academic career are especially encouraged to apply. The salary is competitive. Additional information can be found at http://medschool.mc.vanderbilt.edu/pharmacology/Gurevich/research.htm. Send the description of your research interests, CV, and the names of 3 references to: Vsevolod.Gurevich@vanderbilt.edu, or mail to: Dr. Vsevolod V. Gurevich, Department of Pharmacology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, PRB Rm. 418, Nashville, TN 37232. From seniorc at mail.nih.gov Sun Nov 30 13:49:00 2003 From: seniorc at mail.nih.gov (Carl Senior) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] 'The fMRI Experience VI' - Second Call for Abstracts Message-ID: It is with great pleasure that we would like to announce the second call for abstracts and registration for the The 'fMRI Experience VI' Conference To be held 6th-9th May 2004 Hotel Casa Grande, Guaruja Sao Paulo, Brazil. Confirmed speakers so far include: Professor Jim Haxby, Professor Nikos Logothetis, Dr Peter Bandettini, Dr Elliot Stein, Professor Mary Phillips, Dr Jorge Moll, Professor Mick Brammer, Professor Steven Williams, Dr Vincent Giampietro, Professor Rainer Goebel, Professor Miguel Nicolelis, Professor Philip McGuire, Dr Derek Jones, Professor Randy McIntosh, Professor Ricardo Gattass, The four days will consist of teaching sessions led by world-renowned experts in the field on basic principles and advanced topics in fMRI, in combination with student presentations. Students will have the opportunity to present their new research, both in-progress and recently completed projects. As students contribute greatly to research projects and yet rarely have the opportunity to make oral presentations at international meetings, we have aimed to provide them with this opportunity, although there will also be poster presentations scheduled. This year the organizing committee is pleased to offer a number of formal workshops, including a course on the Brain Voyager software (led by Professor Goebel) which will be held on the last day of the meeting. There is no charge for registered delegates to attend these courses however, due to space constraints, delegates will have to register to attend a particular course via the conference WWW site. Please note that there are limited spaces left. Further details about the 'fMRI Experience' conference series, including this years registration and abstract submission information (deadline : 1st Feb 2004) can be found on the conference WWW site (www.fmriexp.com). Further questions can be directed to Tamara Russell (t.russell@iop.kcl.ac.uk) The organizing committee 2004 Edson Amaro Jr, University of Sao Paulo, Brazil. Draulio B. de Araujo, University of Sao Paulo, Brazil. Luiz Guilherme Lutterbach, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Dora Ventura, University of Sao Paulo, Brazil. Silvia Arcuri, University of Sao Paulo, Brazil. Cynthia Fu, Institute of Psychiatry & Kings College London, UK. Tamara Russell, Institute of Psychiatry & Kings College London, UK. Carl Senior, National Institutes of Health, USA & Aston University, UK. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031126/3b34b156/attachment.html From zoe.kourtzi at tuebingen.mpg.de Thu Dec 4 07:47:01 2003 From: zoe.kourtzi at tuebingen.mpg.de (zoe kourtzi) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] Research Positions in combined Monkey & Human MRI Message-ID: A Postdoctoral fellow and a PhD student position are available to work with Zoe Kourtzi at the Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics in Tuebingen. The research focuses on comparative human and monkey studies of visual perception and will be conducted in collaboration with Prof. Nikos Logothetis. The human studies will use psychophysics and neuroimaging. The monkey studies will employ combined electrophysiological and MRI techniques. The research aims to investigate the neural basis and the development of visual functions in the primate brain. Applicants are expected to have a background in Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology, Physics or a related Field. Programming skills and experience with neurophysiological or imaging techniques are desirable but not necessary. For more information, please contact: Dr. Zoe Kourtzi Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics Postfach 21 69 72012 Tuebingen, Germany Tel: ++49 (0)7071 601-603 Fax: ++49 (0)7071 601-616 e-mail: zoe.kourtzi@tuebingen.mpg.de http://vbilab.kyb.tuebingen.mpg.de -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031204/9f5ad81e/attachment.html From graham at cmp.uea.ac.uk Thu Dec 4 07:55:52 2003 From: graham at cmp.uea.ac.uk (Graham Finlayson) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] Please post this message Message-ID: <3FCF202F.5F03E06F@cmp.uea.ac.uk> Lecturer in Computational Colour School of Computing Sciences, University of East Anglia, Norwich UK Applications are invited for a full time post in the School beginning September 2004. Applications are welcome from high quality researchers with interests in any aspects of colour including computer vision, computer graphics and colour science. Candidates with a track record in psychophysics and/or computational modelling are particularly encouraged to apply. The School's Colour Vision group is led by Professor Graham Finlayson (graham@cmp.uea.ac.uk) who is available for informal advice or discussion. The Dean is Professor Vic Rayward Smith (vjrs@cmp.uea.ac.uk) who can also be approached. Applicants will be expected to undertake international level research in the field, to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate level and to undertake some administrative duties. Applicants without lecturing experience will be expected to participate in the University's Postgraduate Programme in Higher Education Practice. Salary will be in the range scale, £26,270 to £33,679 per annum (under review), As part of its commitment to recruiting and rewarding high quality staff, UEA has dispensed with the lecturer A scale. Further particulars and an application form can be obtained from the Personnel Office, University of East Anglia, Norwich NR4 7TJ (Internet: http://www.uea.ac.uk/personnel/jobs/ or Email: personnel@uea.ac.uk or answerphone: 01603 593493) to be returned by 12 January 2004. Please quote reference number AC500. Interview are expected to take place on Tuesday 3rd February and candidates who have not heard by that date must assume they have been unsuccessful. -- Professor Graham Finlayson School of Computing Sciences The University of East Anglia Norwich NR4 7TJ Tel: +44 +1603 593347/591120/592446 Fax: +44 +1603 593345 Email: graham@cmp.uea.ac.uk http://www.colour-research.com From boutet at utsc.utoronto.ca Fri Dec 5 11:15:01 2003 From: boutet at utsc.utoronto.ca (Isabelle Boutet) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] Photometer in Toronto, Canada Message-ID: Dear Colleagues, I would greatly appreciate it if someone would be kind enough to lend me a photometer for one day for use at the University of Toronto Scarborough. I would be glad to provide insurance for the time that the machine is in my possession. Sincerely, Isabelle -- Isabelle Boutet Post-doctoral fellow Division of Life Sciences Tel: 416-287-7406 University of Toronto at Scarborough Fax: 416-287-7642 1265 Military Trail Toronto, Ontario, Canada boutet@utsc.utoronto.ca M1C 1A4 From peterb at testingcentre.com Mon Dec 8 11:33:00 2003 From: peterb at testingcentre.com (Brawn, Peter) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] Wanted - second hand Photometer Message-ID: Hi - I'm looking for a basic second hand photometer (for example, Minolta LS 100 or equivalent). If anyone thinks they might have something suitable or can suggest a source, I'd be grateful if you could get in touch. All the best, Pete. Dr. Peter Brawn Usability Analyst and Eye Tracking Specialist ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- --- Access Testing Centre 112 Alexander Street Crows Nest NSW 2065 P: 02 9467 5061 F: 02 9467 5020 E: peterb@testingcentre.com W: www.testingcentre.com From zacher at cvr.yorku.ca Mon Dec 8 13:57:01 2003 From: zacher at cvr.yorku.ca (Jim Zacher) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] WANTED - Research Strobe Required Message-ID: <3FD4D59B.9020602@cvr.yorku.ca> Greetings, We are looking for a source or contact where we may purchase a strobe and control system which will permits us to externally trigger and control the frequency and duration of the off/on power cycles. I am tried of looking at strobe systems designed for your kids or the local disco hall . Thanks, Jim ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Jim Zacher Research Associate - Systems Administrator Centre for Vision Research - CVR 4700 Keele Street, Room 0014 CSE Toronto, Ontario M3J 1P3 Telephone (416) 736-2100 Ext. 33177 FAX: (416) 736-5857 Email zacher@cvr.yorku.ca Pager: (416) 381-9884 Website http://www.hpl.cvr.yorku.ca/jz.html "If something seems worthwhile but impossible, do it anyway! Because it is only the impossible that is worthwhile." Jim Floyd - AVRO Engineer ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ From kelly at vicoptom.asn.au Tue Dec 9 18:58:01 2003 From: kelly at vicoptom.asn.au (Kelly Wilsmore) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] Conference listing Message-ID: <00f701c3bea1$a9167820$6500a8c0@OFFICE> Southern Regional Congress - 15-17 May 2004 Optometry Congress - Australia The Southern Regional Congress will once again be held in Melbourne at the Melbourne Convention Centre on the banks of the beautiful Yarra River. The Optometrists Association Victoria is please to invite all optometrists in Hong Kong to join Australian and international optometrists attending this prestigious event. The Optometrists Association Victoria will once again extend their member discount to all Hong Kong Society of Professional Optometrists members, and for a cheaper registration don't forget to register before the 28 February 2004 for the early bird price. The SRC 2004 Program The Optometrists Association Victoria's education committee have secured two international keynote speakers to present at SRC 2004 - Dr Susan Cotter and Dr Joel Silbert, both from the USA. Dr Cotter is a Professor at the Southern California College of Optometry and a Research Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at University of Southern California's Keck School of Medicine. Dr Cotter is also a Diplomate and a past Chair of the American Academy of Optometry's Binocular Vision, Perception, & Pediatric Optometry Section. Dr Cotter is an internationally recognized lecturer in the areas of pediatric eye care and binocular vision. Dr. Silbert is Professor of Optometry and Director of Contact Lens Programs at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. He is also the Director of Cornea and Specialty Contact Lens Services at The Eye Institute of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. Dr. Silbert is a Diplomate of the Cornea and Contact Lens Section of the American Academy of Optometry, and a former Chair of the Association of Contact Lens Educators. Dr Silbert is an internationally recognized lecturer in the areas of primary eye care and contact lenses. The Australian keynote speakers are Dr Ian McAllister and Mr Stephen Leslie, both from Western Australia. Dr McAllister is an ophthalmologist with a subspecialty interest in vitreo-retinal disorders and he is currently involved in trials for the treatment of central retinal vein occlusion, diabetic maculopathy and age-related macular degeneration. He has also instituted and runs the remote photographic screening for diabetic retinopathy for Aboriginal people in the northern part of Western Australia. Mr Leslie is an optometrist in private practice in Perth. His practice concentrates mainly on specialised care of children with accommodative and convergence dysfunctions, and visually related learning difficulties; children and adults with strabismus and amblyopia; visual problems of special needs children including cerebral palsy and Down syndrome; and vision problems in adults and children subsequent to acquired brain injuries, such as stroke or traumatic head injury. The SRC 2004 program will cover topics such as paediatric optometry, diabetes, anterior eye conditions, contact lenses retinal detachment, refractive surgery, cataract.....SRC 2004 will have something to interest everyone! SRC 2004 trade exhibition The SRC 2004 trade exhibition will open on Saturday morning and for the duration of the congress allowing plenty of time to enjoy great food and catch up with friends while surrounded by the latest in optometric trade exhibition. An expanded range of exhibitors will have an extensive variety of products and equipment on display. The latest advances in lens design - spectacle and contacts - to objective perimetry will be present, giving you the perfect opportunity to keep abreast on the latest technology. Register before 28 February 2004 to be entitled to a significant saving off your full congress registration. Non Optometrist - Trade display only registration Non Optometrist - Trade display only registration is also available for the first time at SRC 2004 for those who want to be present with partners, or who want to visit the trade display only. The non optometrist registration fee does not include access to lectures, but does include all catering within the exhibition area, and the Essilor breakfast session. Further infomation and registration is available at http://www.vicoptom.asn.au/SRC2004home.htm -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The main focus is on the basics of the physics, experimental design, and data analysis of fMRI-based experiments. It serves as a rapid and thorough introduction to people new to the field, who are considering active research or are planning and carrying experiments based on fMRI. Many laboratories have found this an efficient way to get new people started (in contrast to having to wait for a full semester's normal academic program). Participants with a modest amount of experience in an fMRI-based laboratory, and who are ready for a more thorough presentation of the foundations, also report getting a great deal from the program. The emphasis continues to be on theoretical basics, with hands-on experimental design workshops and detailed discussion of issues associated with data analysis and data-analysis-software packages. However, this is not primarily a course designed to teach participants the details of using any specific package. For on-line registration and more detailed information regarding registration, accommodation, etc., consult the web page at: www.nmr.mgh.harvard.edu/fmrivfp or send e-mail to: fMRIVFP@nmr.mgh.harvard.edu Robert Savoy, Ph.D. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031210/2a17bcc0/attachment.html From mausfeld at psychologie.uni-kiel.de Wed Dec 10 11:56:00 2003 From: mausfeld at psychologie.uni-kiel.de (Rainer Mausfeld) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] New book on COLOUR PERCEPTION Message-ID: <003601c3bf4e$7c0bac80$339df586@psychologie.unikiel.de> COLOUR PERCEPTION - MIND AND THE PHYSICAL WORLD Edited by Rainer Mausfeld, University of Kiel, Germany, and Dieter Heyer, University of Halle-Wittenberg, Germany Price: $ 110.00 EURO 93.00 (Hardback) 0-19-850500-0 Publication date: 6 November 2003 522 pages, 240mm x 168mm Oxford University Press A state of the art review of the field of colour and colour perception. Takes an interdisciplinary perspective - includes contributions from psychologists, philosophers, and neuroscientists. Contents/contributors: 1 Koenderink & van Dorn: Perspectives on colour space Commentaries: MacLeod: From physics to perception through colorimetry: a bridge too far? Whittle: Colorimetry fortified 2 Webster: Light adaptation, contrast adaptation, and human colour vision Commentary: Faul: Adaptation and the ambiguity of response measures with respect to internal structure 3 Whittle: Contrast colours Commentaries: Webster: A background to colour vision Irtel: Contrast coding and what else? 4 D'Zmura: Colour and the processing of chromatic information Commentary: Maloney: The processing of chromatic information 5 MacLeod & von der Twer: The pleistochrome: optimal opponent codes for natural colours Commentary: Webster: Thinking outside the black box 6 Hatfield: Objectivity and subjectivity revisited: colour as a psychobiological property Commentary: Whittle: Why is this game still being played? 7 MacLeod & Golz: A computational analysis of colour constancy Commentary: Maloney: The importance of realistic models of surface and light in the study of human colour vision 8 Brown: Backgrounds and illuminants: the yin and yang of colour constancy Commentaries: Hoffman: Colour construction Maloney: Fitting linear models to data 9 Maloney: Surface colour perception and environmental constraints Commentaries: Hatfield: On the function of colour vision Jacob: Intrinsic colours - and what it is like to see them 10 Brainard, Kraft & Longere: Colour constancy: developing empirical tests of computational models Commentaries: Maloney: Surface colour perception and its environments Ekroll & Golz: Comparing the behaviour of machine vision algorithms and human observers 11 Maloney & Yang: The illuminant estimation hypothesis and surface colour perception Commentary: Brainard: Surface colour appearance in nearly natural images 12 Hoffman: The interaction of colour and motion Commentary: Brown: The interaction of perceived colour and perceived motion 13 Mausfeld: 'Colour' as part of the format of different perceptual primitives: The dual coding of colour Commentaries: MacLeod: Phenomenology and mechanism Hoffman: An internalist account of colour 14 Gilchrist: The importance of errors in perception 15 Schwartz: Avoiding errors about error Commentaries: Gilchrist: Deconstructing the concept of error? Whittle: Talking across the divide Brown: On the veridicality of lightness perception 16 McLaughlin: The place of colour in nature Commentaries: Atherton: Asking about the nature of colour Whittle: Who dictates what is real Index -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031210/d314aeaf/attachment.html From J.Zanker at rhul.ac.uk Wed Dec 10 14:19:01 2003 From: J.Zanker at rhul.ac.uk (Zanker J) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] research position at HolViz @ Royal Holloway, London Message-ID: <0580F806F396E546B6505E66431AB14301995DB2@exch7.rhul.ac.uk> Department of Psychology HolViz Ltd Postdoctoral Research Assistant in 3D Security Imaging A Postdoctoral Research Assistantship is available in HolViz Ltd, a recently founded spin-out company of Royal Holloway, University of London. The appointee will be involved in a feasibility study on the use of motion parallax for the reconstruction of depth in X-Ray security scanners. This proof-of-the-concept phase is part of a larger R&D project of HolViz with the aim to develop a 3D security scanner that can have substantial impact on future security technologies. It is currently supported by several external investors and is expected to expand rapidly. During the 18 months of the initial project phase it is planned to derive the fundamental algorithms based on the mechanisms known from biological vision systems and adapt them to the specific conditions determined by the design of advanced X-ray scanning devices, develop a software simulation package to simulate the function of the new scanner design, and test the package with artificial and real-life image sequences. The project is led by Professor Johannes M. Zanker (Scientific Director of HolViz Ltd) in the Department of Psychology at Royal Holloway University of London. The researcher will be involved in the design of neuro-morphic processing methods and will be responsible for the development of the simulation package, using a modern object-oriented computer language such as C++. Therefore we are looking for a creative and enthusiastic person with good analytical and programming skills, and preferably some experience in visual psychophysics or other areas of visual neurosciences, but applications are invited from individuals with a higher degree (PhD, or equivalent) in a broad variety of scientific disciplines. Salary is in the range ?20,399 to ?29,473 per annum (pay award pending), inclusive London Allowance, depending on experience and qualifications. Informal enquiries can be made by e-mail to Johannes M. Zanker (j.zanker@rhul.ac.uk). Further details and an application form can be obtained below or from The Personnel Department, Royal Holloway, University of London, Egham, Surrey TW20 0EX; fax: 01784 473527; tel: 01784 414241. Please quote reference KH/4134 The closing date for the receipt of applications is Monday 22nd December 2003 Starting date can be as early as 1st February 2004. The Department of Psychology, within Royal Holloway is one of the larger academic departments, which has been consistently ranked as one of the best Psychology Departments in the country. It has a very strong research record, to which the Vision Group makes a substantial contribution, as demonstrated by its lead in a regional university consortium to host a 3T fMRI brain scanner on the Royal Holloway campus. In the framework of a dense network of national and international collaborations, and supported by recent appointments in this area, the Vision Group at Royal Holloway is developing the reputation of a focal point of expertise for the functioning of the human visual system. In this context, the department is continuously developing its expertise into commercial activities, leading to new endeavours such as the foundation of HolViz Ltd. From t.s.meese at aston.ac.uk Thu Dec 11 07:32:00 2003 From: t.s.meese at aston.ac.uk (Tim Meese) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] AVA (UK) Christmas Programme Message-ID: The Eighth Applied Vision Association Christmas Meeting Movements and Moments in Vision Research Wednesday 17th Dec Vision Sciences Aston University 10.30 onwards Registration 10.50 - 11.00 Welcome and Business Meeting Chair: Tom Troscianko 11.00 - 11.30 Eye movement and the motion aftereffect Tom C.A. Freeman 11.30 - 11.45 Synaptic energy efficiency in functional colour vision B.Vincent & R.Baddeley 11.45 - 12.00 Wherefore the basic colour terms? Lewis D Griffin 12.00 - 12.15 Detection of changes of objects and shadows in colour and greyscale images. Michael J Wright & Athina Inneh 12.15 - 12.30 Movement aftereffects (MAEs) with varied segregation of test field and surround: spatial offsets matter but colour differences do not John Harris & Sarah Coates 12.30 - 1.30 Lunch Chair: Keith May 1.30 - 2.00 Crowding and the tilt illusion: toward a unified account Joshua A. Solomon, Fatima Felisberti & Michael J. Morgan 2.00 - 2.15 Dynamic properties of suprathreshold vision in the presence of static and dynamic visual noise V. Manahilov, G.J. McCarron & M. Freeman 2.15 - 2.30 Perceiving edge contrast Keith A. May & Mark A. Georgeson 2.30 - 2.45 Contrast discrimination and pattern masking: contrast gain control with fixed additive noise Mark A. Georgeson & Tim S. Meese 2.45 - 3.00 Pupil size, visual search and memory Gillian Porter, Tom Troscianko & Iain Gilchrist 3.00 - 3.30 Tea, Coffee & Posters Chair: Pete Thompson 3.30 - 4.00 Why component level zero-crossings might be useful? Linda Bowns. 4.00 - 4.15 An equivalent noise analysis of direction integration in spatially band-pass stimuli Steven C. Dakin, Isabelle Mareschal & Peter J. Bex 4.15 - 4.30 Role of internal noise and directional bandwidth in the oblique effect for motion Isabelle Mareschal, Steven Dakin & Peter Bex 4.30 - 4.45 The interaction of luminance and texture amplitude in depth perception. Gillian Hesse, Andrew Schofield and Mark Georgeson 4.45 - 5.00 Alternatives to taudot in the control of braking Paul Rock, Tim Yates & Mike Harris 5.00 - 5.15 Viperlib.com: the next 1500 images. Peter Thompson, Rob Stone & Elaine Pollard 5.15 - ??? Wine & Posters Will include: S Artemenkov Multilevel time discretization in human vision: origin of the sense of depth in an irradiation process during gaze fixation. And a selction of recent posters from: 1) The Sensory and Perceptual Systems Research Group (Aston University) 2) The Neuroimaging Research Group (Aston University) Trade Stands (all day) 1) CRS 2) TrackSys NOTES: 1) The person to contact for registration is Clare Cashman (cashmanc@email.aston.ac.uk) 2) For the first time we are accepting registration fees using Paypal this year (This is now the preferred option for most AVA transactions). You will find the payment site at http://www.dmu.ac.uk/ava/aston03.html When you use Paypal for the first time it takes a little time to set things up, but thereafter is much quicker. We do hope you will find this a convenient way of paying your registration fee. 3) There has been another security drive on Aston Campus. If you will be visiting us by car please pass on your car registration details to Clare who will forward them to security. Without this, you might not get entry to the campus, or you might get clamped. 4) We look forward to seeing you on the 17th Dec. But please drop Clare a note if you intend to come. -- ------------------------------------------------- Dr Tim Meese Neurosciences Research Institute Aston University Aston Triangle Birmingham B4 7ET UK Voice: +44 (0)121 359 3611 X5421 or X5182 Fax: +44 (0)121 333 4220 e-mail: t.s.meese@aston.ac.uk http://www.vs.aston.ac.uk/Staff/TMeese.html http://www.vs.aston.ac.uk/Research/research.html -------------------------------------------------- -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Contact Catherine Butler, Sira Electro-Optics Ltd, South Hill, Chislehurst, Kent, BR7 5EH; +44 (0) 20 8468 1932; fax: +44 (0) 20 8468 1902; e- mail: Catherine.Butler@siraeo.co.uk; Web: http://www.smartoptics.org/story.asp?sid=147 Many thanks Catherine Butler Faraday Partnership Coordinator Sira Electro-Optics Ltd South Hill Chislehurst Kent BR7 5EH Tel. +44 (0) 20 8468 1932 Fax. +44 (0) 20 8468 1902 www.siraeo.co.uk www.smartoptics.org This message and any attachments is for the intended addressee only. Please contact us immediately if you have received this transmission in error. If you are not the intended recipient, you should note that any use, copying, disclosure or distribution of this information is strictly prohibited. The views of the author may not necessarily constitute the views of Sira Electro-Optics Ltd. Nothing in this email shall bind Sira Electro-Optics Ltd in any contract or obligation. From aholcombe at psy.ucsd.edu Tue Dec 16 12:04:01 2003 From: aholcombe at psy.ucsd.edu (Alex Holcombe) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] Research assistant / postdoc in psychophysics Message-ID: RESEARCH ASSISTANT or POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW Fixed term, 2 years Salary in British pounds: ??18265 - ??27339 (it is anticipated that appointment will not be made above ??20,311) The post: Either a Postdoctoral Research Fellow or a Research Assistant is sought for the new laboratory of Dr. Alex Holcombe at Cardiff University. Most work in the lab investigates temporal limits on feature binding in human vision using behavioral techniques. Specific topics in progress include: temporal resolution of binding form elements in gratings, with motion, into global form (http://www.perceptionweb.com/ecvp03/0799.html), into visual words and into Chinese characters (http://psy.ucsd.edu/~aholcombe/research/words). Other work investigates the speed of attentional shifts (http://psy.ucsd.edu/~aholcombe/research/HoroHolcWolfe/) and the role of transients in visual persistence (http://psy.ucsd.edu/~aholcombe/research/afterimages/). The usual vision wonk equipment is available in the lab and/or the associated Cardiff labs of R. Snowden, T. Freeman, and S. Rushton. The Cardiff University psychology department, which is the second-largest in Britain, is among the few sharing the highest UK research rating- 5*. Located two hours by train from London, Cardiff is a pleasant and vibrant place to live (http://psy.ucsd.edu/~aholcombe/temp/CardiffJuly03visit/CardiffJuly03visit.html#itchy). Ongoing transcontinental collaborations offer a possibility of travel to stimulating places. The postdoctoral or research assistantship salary is guaranteed for two years and starting date is flexible. Main Duties: Duties vary depending on whether research assistant or postdoctoral appointment is made. Ideally, candidate will collaboratively design and conduct experiments, program visual displays and experiments using MATLAB, C, VSG graphics cards, and/or Flash, conduct literature searches and analysis, recruit subjects, analyze data using MATLAB, and write manuscripts for publication. Person specification: If hired as a postdoc, candidate will have a doctorate in a field related to vision research. If hired as a research assistant, candidate will have a degree in psychology, computer science, or other field related to the duties of the position. Skills of the best applicant will include some of those described in the previous section. Please write to Alex Holcombe, HolcombeA@cf.ac.uk, for more information. Application closing date is February 15. To apply, send cover letter, references, and curriculum vitae. Please circulate this ad, which is also posted at http://psy.ucsd.edu/~aholcombe/jobad.htm From arno at salk.edu Wed Dec 17 11:47:01 2003 From: arno at salk.edu (Arnaud Delorme) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] Orientation selectivity using fast feed-forward inhibition: paper and Neuron simulation files Message-ID: <3FE08041.1030708@salk.edu> The following article Delorme, A. (2003) Early Cortical Orientation Selectivity: How Fast Shunting Inhibition Decodes the Order of Spike Latencies. /Journal of Computational Neuroscience/, 15, 357-365. Author's PDF , journal's link . and the associated Neuron simulation files (documented) are available at http://www.sccn.ucsd.edu/~arno/model.html --------------------------- Article abstract: Following a flashed stimulus, I show that a simple neurophysiological mechanism in the primary visual system can generate orientation selectivity based on the first incoming spikes. A biological model of the lateral geniculate nucleus generates an asynchronous wave of spikes, with the most strongly activated neurons firing first. Geniculate activation leads to both the direct excitation of a cortical pyramidal cell and disynaptic feed-forward inhibition. The mechanism provides automatic gain control, so the cortical neurons respond over a wide range of stimulus contrasts. It also demonstrates the biological plausibility of a new computationally efficient neural code: latency rank order coding. -- *Arnaud Delorme, Ph.D.* Computational Neurobiology Lab, Salk Institute 10010 North Torrey Pines Road La Jolla, CA 92037 USA *Tel* : /(+1)-858-458-1927 ext 15/ *Fax* : /(+1)-858-458-1847/ *Web page *: www.sccn.ucsd.edu/~arno *To think upon*: The longing to produce great inspirations didn't produce anything but more longing. /Sophie Kerr/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Carpenter, Stephen Goldinger, Daniel Kersten, Stephen M. Kosslyn, Tai-Sing Lee, Eve Marder, Bartlett W. Mel, Jeffrey D. Schall, Chantal Stern, Mriganka Sur, Joseph Z. Tsien, William H. Warren Jr., Jeremy Wolfe. Please visit the web site for conference details, including: --the abstract submission guidelines for contributed lectures and posters --the registration form --a schedule of the confirmed speakers and their lecture titles --information about graduate student and postdoctoral travel fellowships --local lodging options -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://visionscience.com/pipermail/visionlist/attachments/20031218/78c385bb/attachment.html From nk at cs.aue.auc.dk Thu Dec 18 15:54:01 2003 From: nk at cs.aue.auc.dk (Norbert Kruger) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] CFP: Coding of Visual Information in the Brain Message-ID: <3FE1D99B.1040502@cs.aue.auc.dk> Workshop on Coding of Visual Information in the Brain June 1, 2004, Isle of Skye, Scotland Satellite event of the Early Cognitive Vision Workshop (28.5.-1.6.2004) http://www.cn.stir.ac.uk/ecovision-ws/ Call for Contributions How is visual Information coded in the human brain? How are statistical properties of natural images related to the internal representations/coding? What is the prior knowledge the human visual system is equipped with? In what sense does the actual task influence the internal state? What is the goal of the early visual processes and how can we achieve integration? What is the functional role of the temporal structure of neural firing patterns? These questions are relevant for research concerning the modelling of biological visual systems as well as building artificial systems. The workshop 'Coding of Visual Information in the Brain' has the aim to bring together scientists involved in neurophysiology, psychology and computer vision to discuss these issues under a multi-disciplinary perspective. As well as the contributed talks and posters, a number of leading scientists with strong interest in bridging the gap between human and artificial vision will be giving invited talks. The workshop will follow the tradition of the 'Information Theory and the Brain' workshops held in Stirling 1995 and in Newquay 1997. However, in contrast to its predecessors it is more focussed on vision. The workshop will be organised as a satellite event of the Early Cognitive Vision Workshop that will be held from May 28 to June 1 2004 (see http://www.cn.stir.ac.uk/ecovision-ws/). Please submit a one-page abstract, preferably by email to Peter Hancock (pjbh1@psych.stir.ac.uk) or Norbert Krueger (nk@cs.aue.auc.dk) by 23.1.2004. Organising Committee Peter Hancock (Stirling, Scotland) Norbert Krueger (Esbjerg, Denmark) Florentin Woergoetter (Stirling, Scotland) Roland Baddeley (Sussex, England) Laurenz Wiskott (Berlin, Germany) James Elder (York, Canada) Invited Speakers James Elder (York, Canada) Christoph von der Malsburg (Bochum, Germany) Guy Orban (Brussel, Belgium) Roger Watt (Stirling, Scotland) From r_oshea at otago.ac.nz Thu Dec 18 18:07:00 2003 From: r_oshea at otago.ac.nz (Robert P. O'Shea) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] 31st Australasian Experimental Psychology Conference (EPC'04): Second CFP and update Message-ID: Dear Colleague, Here is the second call for papers for the 31st Australasian Experimental Psychology Conference (EPC'04) to be held on 16-18 April 2004 at University of Otago, Dunedin. There is also an update on preparations for the conference. Please forward this message to any colleagues who might be interested, and to any mailing lists through which you might alert other colleagues. ----------------------- SECOND CALL FOR PAPERS 31st Australasian Experimental Psychology Conference (EPC'04) 16-18 April 2004 University of Otago Dunedin New Zealand http://psy.otago.ac.nz/epc/ The 31st Australasian Experimental Psychology Conference (EPC'04) will be held at the University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand from Friday to Sunday, 16-18 April, 2004. The conference provides a forum for researchers to present work across the broad spectrum of experimental psychology. The Keynote speaker will be Professor Michael Corballis. To have a paper considered for inclusion in the conference programme, please send an abstract. Abstracts for papers on research in any area of experimental psychology will be considered. Papers will likely consist of 20 minutes presentation time plus 10 minutes for questions. If you and some colleagues are working on similar topics, we strongly encourage you to organise a symposium. Symposia will run in 90-minute or two-hour slots. You will need to coordinate submission of abstracts along with a 150-word abstract for the entire symposium stating its rationale, aims, and the names of proposed speakers and discussant. Please let us know as early as possible before 30 January 2004 if you are planning a symposium. ABSTRACTS (150 words) and proposals for SYMPOSIA are due FRIDAY, 30 JANUARY 2004. Details of abstract submission will be available shortly on the web site. We look forward to welcoming you to EPC'04. Robert O'Shea and the EPC'04 Organising Committee: Brent Alsop, Melanie Black, Kerry Buchan, Jamin Halberstadt, and Janice Murray. UPDATE If you have received this message only as a forwarded message, or via another mailing list, please make sure you join the EPC'04 mailing list. You do so by e-mailing your name and contact details to epc@psy.otago.ac.nz. That will ensure that you receive future mailings. We have set the registration fee: for those registering on or before 12/03/04, it is NZ$135 for a full-time student and NZ$185 for others; for those registering after 12/03/04, the fee is $50 more. We have revised the web site. It now contains News, Local Information (including About Dunedin, Maps, Accommodation, Local Climate, What to Wear, Tours, and Useful Links), and General Information (including About EPC, About the Society, About New Zealand, Exchange Rates, and whether you need to apply beforehand for a visa to travel to New Zealand [you probably won't]). The information on the history of the conference and of the Society is quite scanty. If you can fill in any of the gaps, I'd be delighted to hear from you. -- Cheers, Robert. Robert P. O'Shea Department of Psychology, University of Otago, PO Box 56, Dunedin, New Zealand; phone: +64 (3) 479 7617; fax: +64 (3) 479 8335; e-mail: r_oshea@otago.ac.nz; home page: Come to Dunedin 16-18 April 2004 for the 31st Australasian Experimental Psychology Conference! Abstracts due on 30 Jan. http://psy.otago.ac.nz/epc/ -------------------------------- From LFrishman at OPTOMETRY.UH.EDU Sat Dec 20 13:39:00 2003 From: LFrishman at OPTOMETRY.UH.EDU (Frishman, Laura) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] Vision Science Faculty Positions at the University of Houston Message-ID: Tenure-track Vision Science Faculty Positions University of Houston College of Optometry Second notice The University of Houston seeks two outstanding vision scientists to join the Department of Basic Sciences faculty in its College of Optometry, which is internationally recognized for its clinical and research faculty (see http://www.opt.uh.edu/ > for details). Tenure-track positions are open both for a promising assistant or associate professor, and for a full professor with a distinguished record of scholarly activity and with administrative experience who could serve as Chair of the Basic Science Department in the professional Optometry program, or as the College's Associate Dean for Graduate Studies and Research. The successful applicants will bring expertise that complements the vision researchers presently in the College and University who are supported by a P30 core grant, and T32 and T35 training grants from the National Eye Institute. One position is available for a scientist with expertise in investigations of visual processing, and especially in studies that apply principles or investigate mechanisms of human color vision. The ideal candidate for this position would carry out psychophysical, physiological, imaging, and/or molecular studies of the visual capabilities of humans or relevant animal models. The applicant also would teach aspects of vision science, including characteristics and mechanisms of color vision in our College's optometry curriculum and graduate program. The second position is for a scientist with expertise in molecular and cell biology of the eye or central visual pathways. The ideal candidate would carry out studies on ocular development, disease mechanisms, or novel pharmacological or genetic approaches to neuroprotection. Experience in development of mammalian animal models is desirable. This applicant also would teach molecular and cell biology in the College's optometry curriculum and graduate program. The successful candidates will be expected to conduct an independent, externally funded research program in vision science. Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree, and a strong record of high productivity at their current rank. Salary and rank will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications. To apply, please send a Curriculum Vita, a one to two page description of your research experience, interests and long-term goals, representative reprints, and the names and contact information for three references to: Earl L. Smith III, O.D., Ph.D. Dean University of Houston College of Optometry 505 J. Davis Armistead Building Houston, Texas 77204-2020 713-743-1899 esmith@uh.edu. Review of applications is ongoing, with preliminary evaluations in early January, but new applications will be considered until the positions are filled. The University of Houston is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. From mvanross at inf.ed.ac.uk Sun Dec 21 11:49:00 2003 From: mvanross at inf.ed.ac.uk (Mark van Rossum) Date: Sat Jan 1 20:16:44 2005 Subject: [vslist] 4-Year Doctoral Training (Ph.D.) Neuroinformatics, Edinburgh Message-ID: 4-Year Doctoral Training (Ph.D.) Neuroinformatics We invite applications for the EPSRC/MRC funded Ph.D. programme to the Neuroinformatics Doctoral Training Centre at the University of Edinburgh. The programme is made up of 3 themes: 1) Computational and Cognitive Neuroscience - analytical, computational and experimental study of information processing in the nervous system. 2) Neuromorphic Engineering and Robotics - Artificial sensor perception and analysis, neuromorphic modelling, mixed-mode VLSI and spiking computation, neurorobotics. 3) Simulation, Analysis, Visualisation and Data Handling - software systems and computational techniques for neuroscience and neural engineering. The 4-year programme in Neuroinformatics, established in 2002, consists of an introductory year with training in neuroscience, informatics and lab-based research projects, followed by 3 years of Ph.D. research related to one of the above subjects. The programme has a strong interdisciplinary character and is ideal for students who want to apply their skills to neuroinformatics problems. Students with a strong background in computer science, mathematics, physics or engineering are particularly welcome to apply, but motivated students with other backgrounds will also be considered. We will be accepting an average of 10 students per year. Students will be attached initially to the Institute for Adaptive and Neural Computation in the School of Informatics, the UK's largest and highest-quality academic computer-science group. The Ph.D. project can be done in collaboration with many affiliated institutes. Edinburgh has a strong research community in all of the areas listed above and leads the UK in integrating these into a coherent programme in neuroinformatics. Edinburgh has been voted as 'best place to live in Britain', and has many exciting cultural and student activities. The stipend is set in the region of 10,000 pounds in the first year and 13,000 pounds per annum in years 2-4. Studentships cover full tuition fees and research and training costs. Full studentships are available to UK students only. Partial funding is available for EU students. Applicants who are not citizens or longstanding residents of the EU will need to find their own funding. For full application details and further information please consult the website: http://www.anc.ed.ac.uk/neuroinformatics. Applications are welcome at any time; those received by March 15th 2004 will receive priority treatment.