Digest of the Non Linear Science Network, Volume 07, Number 17 September 15, 2007 Editor: Angel Jorba Topics: Chair position at the Center for Theoretical Physics, Marseille Postdoc in Nonlinear Dynamics, Marseille Tenure track position at San Diego Tenure track positions in applied math at Clarkson University Tenure-track positions at University of Kentucky Postdoctoral researcher - reservoir modeling and simulation Contents, Discrete and Continuous Dynamical Systems - Series A 19:3 Contents, Journal of Industrial and Management Optimization 3:4 Contents, Physica D: Nonlinear Phenomena 234:1 Contents, Nonlinear Analysis: Modelling and Control Contents, Nonlinearity 20:10 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: Chair position at the Center for Theoretical Physics, Marseille From: Cristel Chandre Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2007 15:45:49 +0200 Full Professor position at the Center for Theoretical Physics in Marseille The Centre de Physique Theorique (CPT) has an opening for a permanent position as full professor in Nonlinear Dynamics at the University Aix-Marseille II, beginning fall 2008. The current research activities of the Nonlinear Dynamics team at CPT essentially consist of two main themes: - Hamiltonian dynamics with emphasis on control and applications to plasma physics, atomic physics, fluid dynamics. The team has an ongoing close collaboration with the Controlled Fusion Department in Cadarache, in the framework of the ITER program. - Lattice/coupled dynamical systems, in particular the dynamics of genetic regulatory networks. The team is involved in a consortium with biologists, physicists and mathematicians based on campus. The candidate will teach nonlinear dynamics, and will direct and coordinate the Master program on Fusion Sciences. Teaching in French is mandatory. Applicants must have excellent communication skills, and a demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and research. Due to administrative rules, potential candidates must be "qualified" in order to apply. Qualification procedure is from September 11 to October 16, 2007. Links Nonlinear Dynamics team http://nldyn.cpt.univ-mrs.fr CPT http://www.cpt.univ-mrs.fr/ Professeur des Universites http://www.education.gouv.fr/personnel/metiers/professeur_universite.htm Qualification procedure http://www.education.gouv.fr/personnel/enseignant_superieur/enseignant_chercheur/antares.htm Contact Ricardo Lima : lima@cpt.univ-mrs.fr ------ Subject: Postdoc in Nonlinear Dynamics, Marseille From: Cristel Chandre Date: Fri, 14 Sep 2007 15:44:56 +0200 Postdoctoral Research Associate Nonlinear Dynamics Center for Theoretical Physics, Marseille, France The Nonlinear Dynamics group at the Center for Theoretical Physics in Marseille has an opening for a two-year postdoctoral position. This position is part of the ANR EGYPT project on gyrokinetics applied to turbulent plasmas. This project consists of a network composed by the Controlled Fusion Department of the CEA Cadarache, the Mathematics Institute of the University of Strasbourg and the Plasma Physics Lab of the University of Nancy, in addition to the Center for Theoretical Physics in Marseille. The successful candidate is expected to perform a theoretical and/or numerical work on the gyrokinetics approach to magnetized fusion plasmas, as well as on our ongoing effort on the control of Hamiltonian systems applied to plasma physics. The candidate must have a PhD in physics or related disciplines. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, list of publications, and complete contact information for three potential references, preferentially by email to: chandre@cpt.univ-mrs.fr The deadline for application is November 15, 2007. For further details, contact Dr. C. Chandre Centre de Physique Theorique - CNRS Luminy - case 907 F-13288 Marseille cedex 09, France email: chandre@cpt.univ-mrs.fr webpage: http://nldyn.cpt.univ-mrs.fr tel: +33 4 91 26 95 22 fax: +33 4 91 26 95 53 ------ Subject: Tenure track position at San Diego From: Antonio Palacios Date: Thu, 06 Sep 2007 12:14:30 -0700 SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY Department of Mathematics and Statistics The Department of Mathematics and Statistics invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Applied Mathematics, beginning in Fall 2008. Preference may be given to candidates in research areas that include but are not limited to dynamical systems, nonlinear waves, communication systems, climate dynamics, asymptotics, and linear algebra. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field, and demonstrate excellent teaching skills and outstanding research potential. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in our joint PhD program in Computational Science, as well as in our MA and MS programs in pure and applied mathematics. Salary will be competitive. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vita, a description of research program, a statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation. Send to: Antonio Palacios, Applied Mathematics Search Committee Chair, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA 92182-7720. Applications received by January 18, 2008 will be given full consideration. SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, marital status, age, disability or veteran status, including veterans of the Vietnam era. ------ Subject: Tenure track positions in applied math at Clarkson University From: Peter Turner Date: Mon, 27 Aug 2007 11:10:09 -0400 The Division of Mathematics and Computer Science (www.clarkson.edu/mcs) invites applications for two tenure-track position in applied mathematics starting in August 2008. One position will be filled at the Associate or Full Professor level, the other is expected to be filled at the Assistant Professor level. We are especially interested in candidates with expertise in computational areas of applied mathematics, including statistics, or dynamical systems, but all areas of applied mathematics will be considered. Responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate and graduate level mathematics courses, and directing graduate students. For the assistant professor level, minimum requirements are a Ph.D. in mathematics by the date of appointment, demonstrated excellence in both research potential and teaching ability, and fluency in English. In addition, the candidate should be able to interact with other faculty in the department and the university. For the senior position, research, including a record of funding, and teaching records commensurate with such an appointment will be required. Applications including vita and three reference letters should be submitted to Prof. P.A. Turner, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, Clarkson University, Potsdam, NY 13699-5815. Completed applications will be reviewed starting immediately. Women and minorities are urged to apply. Clarkson University is an AA/EOE Employer. (Pos. # 13-07, senior, Pos. # 14- 07, junior) ------ Subject: Tenure-track positions at University of Kentucky From: Qiang Ye Date: Sat, 8 Sep 2007 14:34:13 -0400 Applications are invited for two full time faculty positions beginning in Fall 2008, at the tenure-track (Assistant Professor) level. Appointees will be expected to pursue a vigorous research program and to teach graduate as well as undergraduate students. While outstanding applicants from all mathematical research areas will be considered, preference will be given to those with research interests in the following areas of research: (A) analysis and partial differential equations; (B) computational and applied mathematics. Applicants at higher levels will be considered in exceptional cases. Applicants should have completed the Ph.D. degree by the time the appointment begins and are expected to present evidence of excellence in research and teaching. Applications should include the standard AMS Cover Sheet for Academic Employment, curriculum vitae, a statement about current and future research, a statement on teaching experience, at least three letters of reference addressing research, and one letter of reference addressing teaching. All application materials must be submitted online at http://www.mathjobs.org/jobs. If this proves to be impossible, applications may be mailed to: Recruiting Committee c/o Professor Peter Perry Department of Mathematics University of Kentucky 715 Patterson Office Tower Lexington, KY 40506-0027, USA Applications will be reviewed as they are received and applicants may be interviewed before November 15, 2007; however, no hiring decision will be made until after November 15, 2007. The University of Kentucky is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. We especially encourage applications from women, minorities and other underrepresented groups. ------ Subject: Postdoctoral researcher - reservoir modeling and simulation From: AarnesJrg Date: Thu, 30 Aug 2007 13:45:49 +0200 SINTEF ICT SINTEF ICT is an institute within the SINTEF group with departments in Trondheim and Oslo. SINTEF ICT undertakes contract research and development projects for industry and the public sector in the area of information and communication technology. We collaborate closely with NTNU and the University of Oslo. SINTEF ICT has approx. 260 employees and collaborates with a large number of industries and academic institutions in Norway and abroad. The Department of Applied Mathematics at SINTEF ICT is expanding due to an increased project portfolio. Our activities include modelling and simulation of petroleum reservoirs, optimisation methods for complex planning and scheduling applications, parallel computing, visualisation, and geometric modelling. We are currently seeking an innovative postdoctoral researcher with excellent mathematical and computational skills wanting to contribute to high-quality research in a young and creative research group. The postdoctoral researcher will take part in a research project funded by the Research Council of Norway, NTNU, and Shell. The project aims to establish a proof-of-concept in an industrial setting for multiscale reservoir simulation (see http://www.math.sintef.no/GeoScale for some of our current research). Reaching this goal requires a collaborative effort from a dedicated team of researchers with advanced mathematical and computational skills. Qualifications: * doctoral degree in applied mathematics, scientific computing, or related subjects. * solid background in mathematics and numerics, strong publication record, and extensive experience with implementation of advanced numerical methods * good social skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team * professional ambitions and desire to help build a world-class research team Prior experience with modelling and simulation of flow in porous media, reservoir simulation, or geological modelling is an advantage, but not a requirement. The postdoctoral researcher is expected to: * develop, implement, and validate new numerical methods * contribute with innovative ideas, and help the research group reach project goals * publish in high-quality journals and give talks at international conferences * initiate and maintain contact with customers and collaborating research groups We offer: * a creative and social work environment * good opportunities for scientific and career development * competitive salary and benefits * group pension plan and insurance * flexible work hours Workplace: Oslo, Norway For further information, please contact Research Director Roger Bjorgan (tel. +47 22 06 74 83) or Research Scientist Jorg Aarnes (tel. +47 22 06 77 95). A brief and concise application with CV can be delivered online or by e-mail to Nora.Gibb@sintef.no. Certificates and references to be delivered only on request. ------ Subject: Contents, Discrete and Continuous Dynamical Systems - Series A 19:3 From: Liwei Ning Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2007 00:56:48 -0500 Discrete and Continuous Dynamical Systems - Series A (DCDS-A) Volume: 19, Number: 3, November 2007 Special Issue on Geometric Mechanics http://www.aimsciences.org/journals/dcdsA/online.jsp Table of Contents: Guest Editors Pages : i - ii Preface Adrian Constantin Pages : 469--481 Solitons from the Lagrangian perspective Mats Ehrnstrom Pages : 483--491 Deep-water waves with vorticity: symmetry and rotational behaviour Joachim Escher, Olaf Lechtenfeld and Zhaoyang Yin Pages : 493--513 Well-posedness and blow-up phenomena for the 2-component Camassa-Holm equation A. Alexandrou Himonas, Gerard Misiol ek and Feride Tiuglay Pages : 515--529 On unique continuation for the modified Euler-Poisson equations Delia Ionescu-Kruse Pages : 531--543 Variational derivation of the Camassa-Holm shallow water equation with non-zero vorticity Rossen I. Ivanov Pages : 545--554 Conformal and Geometric Properties of the Camassa-Holm Hierarchy Boris Kolev Pages : 555--574 Poisson brackets in Hydrodynamics O. G. Mustafa Pages : 575--594 Global conservative solutions of the Dullin-Gottwald-Holm equation Jean-Marie Souriau Pages : 595--607 On Geometric Mechanics ------ Subject: Contents, Journal of Industrial and Management Optimization 3:4 From: Liwei Ning Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2007 01:19:55 -0500 Journal of Industrial and Management Optimization (JIMO) Volume: 3, Number: 4, November 2007 http://aimsciences.org/journals/jimo/contents.jsp Table of Contents: Yongbin Ou and Cun-Quan Zhang Pages : 619--624 A new multimembership clustering method G. Xue, W. Zhang, T. Wang and K. Thulasiraman Pages : 625--643 On the Partial Path Protection Scheme for WDM Optical Networks and Polynomial Time Computability of Primary and Secondary Paths Biao Qu and Naihua Xiu Pages : 645--654 A RELAXED EXTRAGRADIENT-LIKE METHOD FOR A CLASS OF CONSTRAINED OPTIMIZATION PROBLEM Guanglu Zhou Pages : 655--670 A Quadratically Convergent Method for Minimizing a Sum of Euclidean Norms with Linear Constraints X. X. Huang and X. Q. Yang Pages : 671--684 Levitin-Polyak Well-Posedness in Generalized Variational Inequality Problems with Functional Constraints Yuzhong Zhang, Chunsong Bai, Qingguo Bai and Jianteng Xu Pages : 685--692 DUPLICATING IN BATCH SCHEDULING Q. Liu, X. Yang and H. W. J. Lee Pages : 693--700 ON SADDLE POINTS OF A CLASS OF AUGMENTED LAGRANGIAN FUNCTIONS Houduo Qi, Zhonghang Xia and Guangming Xing Pages : 701--713 An Application of the Nearest Correlation Matrix on Web Document Classification Juliang Zhang Pages : 715--726 Coordination of Supply Chain with Buyer's Promotion Liping Zhang Pages : 727--737 A Nonlinear Complementarity Model for Supply Chain Network Equilibrium Y. Hao and F. Meng Pages : 739--748 A New Method on Gene Selection for Tissue Classification A. L. Yan, G. Y. Wang and N. H. Xiu Pages : 749--761 Robust solutions of split feasibility problem with uncertain linear operator Qing-you Yan, Juan-bo Li and Ju-liang Zhang Pages : 763--774 Licensing Schemes in Stackelberg Model under Asymmetric Information of Product Costs Wen-ling Zhao and Dao-jin Song Pages : 775--781 A Global Error Bound via the SQP Method for constrained Optimization Problem ------ Subject: Contents, Physica D: Nonlinear Phenomena 234:1 From: ScienceDirect Message Center Date: Wed, 5 Sep 2007 05:09:59 -0400 * Physica D: Nonlinear Phenomena Volume 234, Issue 1, Pages 1-80 (1 October 2007) http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/issue/5537-2007-997659998-667192 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1) Editorial Board Page ii 2) On vortices and rings in extended Abelian models Pages 1-10 C.G. Doudoulakis 3) Dynamics of Cohen-Grossberg neural networks with variable and distributed delays Pages 11-22 Zisen Mao, Hongyong Zhao and Xiaofeng Wang 4) The 1:2 mode interaction and heteroclinic networks in Boussinesq convection Pages 23-48 Olga Podvigina and Peter Ashwin 5) Dynamics of rotating two-component Bose-Einstein condensates and its efficient computation Pages 49-69 Yanzhi Zhang, Weizhu Bao and Hailiang Li 6) Jacobi fields on statistical manifolds of negative curvature Pages 70-80 C. Cafaro and S.A. Ali ------ Subject: Contents, Nonlinear Analysis: Modelling and Control From: Romas Baronas Date: Thu, 06 Sep 2007 14:47:39 +0300 Nonlinear Analysis: Modelling and Control, ISSN 1392-5113, Volume 12, Number 3, 2007 A free on-line edition is available at: http://www.lana.lt/journal/issues.php TABLE OF CONTENTS Dependence on Initial Conditions of Attainable Sets of Control Systems with p-Integrable Controls, pp. 293-306. E. Akyar Joule Heating Effect on the Coupling of Conduction with Magnetohydrodynamic Free Convection Flow from a Vertical Flat Plate, pp. 307-316. M.A. Alim, Md.M. Alam, Abdullah-Al-Mamun. Finite Element Solutions for Non-Newtonian Pulsatile Flow in a Non-Darcian Porous Medium Conduit, pp. 317-327. R. Bhargava, H.S. Takhar, S. Rawat, Tasveer A. Beg, O. Anwar Beg. Numerical Modeling of Contaminant Transport with Spatially-Dependent Dispersion and Non-Linear Chemical Reaction, pp. 329-343. A.J. Chamkha. Natural Convection from a Permeable Sphere Embedded in a Variable Porosity Porous Medium Due to Thermal Dispersion, pp.345-357. S.M.M. EL-Kabeir, M.A. El-Hakiem, A.M. Rashad. A Comparison of Finite Difference Schemes for Computational Modelling of Biosensors, pp. 359-369. E. Gaidamauskaite, R. Baronas. Fuzzy Probabilistic Analysis of Steel Structure Focused on Reliability Design Concept of Eurocodes, pp. 371-382. Z. Kala. Deterministic and Stochastic Analysis of a Ratio-Dependent Predator-Prey System with Delay, pp. 383-398. A. Maiti, M.M. Jana, G.P. Samanta. Mathematical Modelling of Nitric Oxide Release Caused by Exocytosis and Determination of a Stellate Neuron Activity Function in Rat Brain, pp. 399-408. A. Oleinick, C. Amatore, O. Klymenko, I. Svir. Motion of a Self-Propelling Micro-Organism in a Channel Under Peristalsis: Effects of Viscosity Variation, pp. 409-418. G. Radhakrishnamacharya, R. Sharma. Fucik Spectrum for the Second Order BVP with Nonlocal Boundary Condition, pp. 419-429. N. Sergejeva. For a paper submission, please refer to http://www.lana.lt/journal ------ Subject: Contents, Nonlinearity 20:10 From: Liz Martin Date: Thu, 13 Sep 2007 09:28:26 +0100 NONLINEARITY Volume 20, Issue 10, October 2007 Individual articles are free for 30 days following their publication on the web. This issue is available at: URL: http://stacks.iop.org/0951-7715/20/i=10 Pages: R1--38, 2289--2462 INVITED ARTICLE R1 Fluctuations in nonequilibrium statistical mechanics: models, mathematical theory, physical mechanisms Lamberto Rondoni and Carlos Mej\'{\i}a-Monasterio PAPERS 2289 Matrix elements for the quantum cat map: fluctuations in short windows P\"ar Kurlberg, Lior Rosenzweig and Ze\'ev Rudnick 2305 Homoclinic orbits and localized solutions in nonlinear Schr\"odinger lattices Wen-Xin Qin and Xufeng Xiao 2319 Reaction--diffusion system approximation to degenerate parabolic systems H Murakawa 2333 Exact periodic solutions of shell models of turbulence Poul Olesen and Mogens H Jensen 2353 Hausdorff dimension of subsets with proportional fibre frequencies of the general Sierpinski carpet Yongxin Gui and Wenxia Li 2365 Global attractors for Cahn--Hilliard equations with nonconstant mobility Giulio Schimperna 2389 Asymptotic behaviour of solutions of a free boundary problem modelling the growth of tumours in the presence of inhibitors Junde Wu and Shangbin Cui 2409 Ground states and critical points for generalized Frenkel--Kontorova models in ${\mathbb Z}^d$ Rafael de la Llave and Enrico Valdinoci 2425 Why is a shock not a caustic? The higher-order Stokes phenomenon and smoothed shock formation S J Chapman, C J Howls, J R King and A B Olde Daalhuis 2453 Periodic orbits of generic oval billiards M J Dias Carneiro, S Oliffson Kamphorst and S Pinto-de-Carvalho