Digest of the Non Linear Science Network, Volume 05, Number 23 December 15, 2005 Editor: Angel Jorba Topics: Workshop on Mathematical Models in Biology and Medicine at ASU Workshop, Structural Dynamical Systems: Computational Aspects NSF-CBMS Regional Conf. on Fluid Flow and Transport EMS Summer School 2006: Mathematical Models of the Heart Post doc position in Applied Mathematics at NCSU Lectureship at the Durham University Lectureship at the University of Edinburgh Tenure-track position in Complexity at Northwestern University Faculty position(s) in Chinese University of Hong Kong Contents, Nonlinear Analysis: Modelling and Control 10:4 Submissions to nls-net must be addressed to: Comments and suggestions are also welcome. General information about nls-net can be found at: http://www.maia.ub.es/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/nls-net/ This is a service created and maintained in collaboration with the American Institute of Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) http://www.aimsciences.org/ ------ Subject: Workshop on Mathematical Models in Biology and Medicine at ASU From: kuang Date: Wed, 14 Dec 2005 08:47:19 -0700 Workshop on Mathematical Models in Biology and Medicine Where: Arizona State University, Computing Commons, Room 120 When: Friday, February 3 - Saturday, February 4, 2006 Sponsors: Department of Mathematics at ASU, MTBI, and NSF (through UBM) Theme: This workshop will showcase recent research projects completed or being carried out by ASU's undergraduate students, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows in the general area of mathematical and computational biology and medicine. It will also feature several invited keynote addresses from speakers outside of ASU. There will also be a poster presentation session in the evening of Friday, Feb. 3. Contact: For details about the schedule and participation in this workshop, please contact Yang Kuang [kuang@asu.edu, phone: 480.965.6915] or Dieter Armbruster [armbruster@asu.edu, phone: 480.965.5441/5893] Keynote Speakers: 1. Linda J. S. Allen, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Texas Tech University. 2. H. T. Banks, Center for Research in Scientific Computation, North Carolina State U. 3. Luis M. A. Bettencourt, Los Alamos National Laboratory. 4. Zhilan Feng, Department of Mathematics, Purdue University. 5. John Guckenheimer, Mathematics and Theoretical and Applied Mechanics, Cornell University. 6. Mary Ann Horn, Mathematics Department, Vanderbilt University, and NSF. 7. Irakli Loladze, Department of Mathematics University of Nebraska - Lincoln. 8. Glenn Webb, Mathematics Department, Vanderbilt University ------ Subject: Workshop, Structural Dynamical Systems: Computational Aspects From: "Nicoletta Del Buono" Date: Wed, 7 Dec 2005 10:29:09 +0100 FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT Fourth workshop on: STRUCTURAL DYNAMICAL SYSTEMS: Computational Aspects June 13-16, 2006 Capitolo-Monopoli, Bari, Italy The Workshop will take place at Hotel Villaggio Porto Giardino (http://www.portogiardino.it), Capitolo-Monopoli, Bari, Italy. The aim of this workshop is to discussing recent developments in computational methods for: - oscillatory dynamical systems; - dynamical systems on manifolds; - non-smooth dynamical systems; - dynamical systems in neural network; - smooth decomposition of matrices; - Krylov methods for matrix functions in ODE. Both numerical and theoretical aspects will be welcome. The workshop will consist of invited lectures and contributed talks on the previous topics. To stimulate the participation of Ph.D students at this workshop there will be a poster session. More information can be found on the Workshop web-site: http://www.dm.uniba.it/~delbuono/sds2006.htm SCIENTIFIC AND ORGANIZING COMMITEE: - Luciano Lopez (Dept. of Mathematics, University of Bari,Italy) - Tiziano Politi (Dept. of Mathematics, Politecnico of Bari,Italy) - Nicoletta Del Buono (Dept. of Mathematics, University of Bari,Italy) - Cinzia Elia (Dept. of Mathematics, University of Bari, Italy) ------ Subject: NSF-CBMS Regional Conf. on Fluid Flow and Transport From: jichun@unlv.nevada.edu Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2005 15:52:38 -0800 2006 NSF-CBMS Regional Research Conferences on "Mathematical and Numerical Treatment of Fluid Flow and Transport in Porous Media" May 22-26, 2006, University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) Organizers: Jichun Li and Yi-Tung Chen This conference is supported by NSF. The principal lecturer is Professor Zhangxin (John) Chen from Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas. A few other distiguished speakers will be invited for the conference. Limited support is available for travel and lodging. Application for participation and possible support must be made by February 28, 2006. Both established researchers and interested newcomers, including postdoctoral fellows and graduate students are welcome to attend. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. More details about the conference and application for support can be found at our conference homepage http://www.ncacm.unlv.edu/cbms/. ------ Subject: EMS Summer School 2006: Mathematical Models of the Heart From: Glenn Terje Lines Date: Thu, 01 Dec 2005 10:13:22 +0100 Simula Research Laboratory is organizing a summer school in Mathematical Models of the Heart. The event will take place at the arctic island Svalbard, 5-12 May 2006. The covered topics are: Cardiac electrophysiology Cardiac muscle mechanics Blood flow Invited talks will be given by the following distinguished scientists: Prof. Piero Colli-Franzone, University of Pavia Prof. Olaf Dossel, University of Karlsruhe Prof. Andrew McCulloch, University of California, San Diego Prof. Alexander Panfilov, University of Dundee. For further information visit: http://home.simula.no/ems2006 The registration deadline is January 6. 2006 On behalf of the organizing committee, Glenn Lines ------ Subject: Post doc position in Applied Mathematics at NCSU From: RORY LOYCANO Date: Tue, 29 Nov 2005 10:36:44 -0500 The Center for Research in Scientific Computation at N.C. State University expects to make several post-doctoral appointments beginning in the summer or fall, 2006 (availability of the positions is contingent upon funding). The appointments will be in the area of applied mathematics and scientific computation. The research interests of the Center include mathematical modeling, analysis and control of partial differential equations, numerical optimization, computational fluids and flow control, numerical methods for transport in porous media, stochastic partial differential equations, computational electromagnetics, multiscale modeling of high performance materials and biomathematics. Successful applicants will be involved in research programs in the Industrial Applied Mathematics Program, administered by the Center, which offers a unique opportunity for post-doctoral research on mathematical projects arising in industrial/governmental laboratories. Applicants should send a vita and brief description of research interests and have three letters of recommendation sent to Professor Alina Chertock, Department of Mathematics, Box 8205, N.C. State University, Raleigh, NC 27695-8205. Applications will be considered at any time after February 14, 2006, as funding becomes available. In its commitment to diversity and equity, NCSU seeks applications from women, minorities and disabled. NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, or disability. ------ Subject: Lectureship at the Durham University From: James Blowey Date: Tue, 06 Dec 2005 10:52:35 +0000 Durham University, UK Department of Mathematical Sciences Lectureship in Computational Mathematics Closing date: Monday 16th January 2006 Applications are invited for a Lectureship in Computational Mathematics. It is expected that the successful candidate will have an excellent research record in an area of Classical Applied Mathematics. Preference may be given to candidates with research interests which match existing areas of expertise in the Department, and in particular Computational Applied Mathematics, Partial Differential Equations, Continuum Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics, Applied Analysis, Numerical Analysis or Mathematical Biology. He or she will be expected to make a substantial commitment to the research activities of the Applied Mathematics Unit, and to undertake teaching and administrative duties as assigned by the Board of Studies of Mathematical Sciences. The appointment will be at an appropriate point of the Lecturer A/B scale (24,352 pounds - 36,959 pounds per annum) dependent upon previous experience and career achievements. For the job description and further particulars see https://jobs.dur.ac.uk/search.asp using vacancy reference: 1136 For informal enquiries contact Professor Brian Straughan ------ Subject: Lectureship at the University of Edinburgh From: Julian Hall Date: Wed, 07 Dec 2005 15:45:20 +0000 The School of Mathematics at the University of Edinburgh invites applications for an open-ended lectureship in the School of Mathematics. The appointment will be on the lecturer scale A or B (GBP23,643 to GBP27,116 or GBP27989 to GBP35,883) and the position is available from 1st August 2006 or another mutually convenient date. You will have an outstanding research record and well formulated research plans for the future. You will also be expected to contribute to the undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes that the School offers. The School was rated 5* (Pure) and 5 (Applied) in RAE 2001. For further information, see http://www.jobs.ed.ac.uk/, entering the vacancy reference 3005332. The closing date is 23 January 2006 ------ Subject: Tenure-track position in Complexity at Northwestern University From: "Mary Catsicopoulos" Date: Thu, 1 Dec 2005 10:19:42 -0600 NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY APPLIED MATHEMATICS FACULTY POSITION IN COMPLEXITY Northwestern University's Department of Engineering Sciences and Applied Mathematics ( http://www.esam.northwestern.edu) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position to begin as soon as September 2006. Requirements include a Ph.D. and demonstrated ability to conduct high-impact interdisciplinary research in applied mathematics, with a focus on complexity. Duties involve teaching and research. Rank and salary are negotiable. To ensure full consideration, applicants should send their curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, and at least three letters of recommendation before January 15, 2006 to: Search Committee Chair Dept. of Engineering Sciences and Applied Mathematics 2145 Sheridan Road Northwestern University Evanston, IL 60208 Northwestern University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States. ------ Subject: Faculty position(s) in Chinese University of Hong Kong From: Department of Mathematics Date: Sat, 26 Nov 2005 10:31:00 +0800 The Chinese University of Hong Kong Department of Mathematics Applications are invited for Research Assistant Professor(s) / Assistant Professor(s) / Associate Professor(s) / Professor(s) (Ref. 05/181(576)/2) (closing date: March 15, 2006) Applicants should (i) have a relevant PhD degree, preferably in the area of Applied Mathematics. Those specialized in other relevant areas with excellent qualifications may also be considered. Applicants for Research Assistant Professorship should have a good potential in research and teaching. Applicants for Assistant Professorship / Associate Professorship should have outstanding profiles in research and teaching; and those for Professorship should have established scholarship of international reputation in their specialties. Appointment(s) will initially be made on a fixed-term contract basis for 2 to 3 years from August 2006, renewable subject to mutual agreement. Salary and Fringe Benefits: Salary will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package, including medical care, plus a contract-end gratuity for appointments of 2 years or longer; and housing benefits for eligible appointees. Further information about the University and the general terms of service for appointments is available at http://www.cuhk.edu.hk/personnel. The terms mentioned herein are for reference only and are subject to revision by the University. Application Procedure: Please send full resume, copies of academic credentials, a publication list and/or abstracts of selected published papers, together with names, addresses and fax numbers/e-mail addresses of three referees to whom the applicants' consent has been given for their providing references (unless otherwise specified), to the Personnel Office, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong (fax: (852) 26036852) on or before March 15, 2006. The Personal Information Collection Statement will be provided upon request. Please quote the reference number and mark 'Application - Confidential' on cover. ------ Subject: Contents, Nonlinear Analysis: Modelling and Control 10:4 From: Romas Baronas Date: Wed, 07 Dec 2005 14:46:14 +0200 Nonlinear Analysis: Modelling and Control, ISSN 1392-5113, Volume 10, Number 4, 2005 A free on-line edition is available at: http://www.lana.lt/journal/issues.php TABLE OF CONTENTS A Comparative Study of Two Real Root Isolation Methods, Pages 297-304 A.G. Akritas, A.W. Strzebonski Fixed Point in Minimal Spaces, Pages 305-314 M. Alimohammady, M. Roohi Image Processing in Road Traffic Analysis, Pages 315-332 E. Atkociunas, R. Blake, A. Juozapavicius, M. Kazimianec Investigation of Accuracy of a Calibrated Estimator of a Ratio by Modelling, Pages 333-342 V. Chadysas, D. Krapavickaite Weakly Nonlocal Supersymmetric KdV Hierarchy, Pages 343-348 P. Miskinis Magnetohydrodynamic Natural Convection Flow on a Sphere in Presence of Heat Generation, Pages 349-363 Md.M. Molla, M.A. Taher, Md.M.K. Chowdhury, Md.A. Hossain Numerical Analysis of the Age-Sex-Structured Population Dynamics Taking into Account Spatial Diffusion, Pages 365-381 S. Repsys, V. Skakauskas Chaos to Order: Role of Toxin Producing Phytoplankton in Aquatic Systems, Pages 383-396 R.K. Upadhyay, J. Chattopadhyay Nonlinear Analysis: Modelling and Control, an official journal of the Lithuanian Association of Nonlinear Analysts (LANA), welcomes contributions from the international community. For a paper submission, please refer to http://www.lana.lt/journal