Subject: NA Digest, V. 14, # 25 NA Digest Tuesday, July 29, 2014 Volume 14 : Issue 25 Today's Editor: Daniel M. Dunlavy Sandia National Labs [log in to unmask] Today's Topics: Video Lectures on Direct Methods for Sparse Linear Systems New Book, Iterative Methods for Linear Systems Multiscale Problems and Num Homogenization, Taiwan, Aug 2014 MSO-Tools 2014, Germany, Sep 2014 Persistent Homology for Biosciences, USA, Oct 2014 Snapshots of Numerical Analysis, Switzerland, Oct 2014 SIAM Comp Science and Engineering (CSE15), USA, Mar 2015 SIAM Control and Its Applications, CT15, France, Jul 2015 Senior Scientist Position, National Security Technologies, LLC Position, High Perf Comp, MPI for Plasma Physics Postdoc Position, Num Model & HPC for Heart Functioning, EPFL Postdoc Positions, Cells-in-Motion Cluster of Excellence Subscribe, unsubscribe, change address, or for na-digest archives: http://www.netlib.org/na-digest-html/faq.html Submissions for NA Digest: http://icl.cs.utk.edu/na-digest/ ------------------------------------------------------- From: Tim Davis [log in to unmask] Date: July 24, 2014 Subject: Video Lectures on Direct Methods for Sparse Linear Systems I've posted a series of 42 lectures on the topic of my book, Direct Methods for Sparse Linear Systems, published by SIAM ( http://bookstore.siam.org/fa02 ). The lectures are on YouTube at this URL: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5EvFKC69QIyRLFuxWRnH6hIw6e1-bBXB ------------------------------------------------------- From: Bruce Bailey [log in to unmask] Date: July 24, 2014 Subject: New Book, Iterative Methods for Linear Systems Announcing the July 18, 2014, publication by SIAM of: Iterative Methods for Linear Systems: Theory and Applications, by Maxim A. Olshanskii and Eugene E. Tyrtyshnikov 2014 / xvi + 247 pages / Softcover / 978-1-611973-45-7 / List Price $85.00 / SIAM/MOS Member Price $59.50 / Order Code OT138 This is a mathematically rigorous introduction to fundamental iterative methods for systems of linear algebraic equations. The book distinguishes itself from other texts on the topic by providing a straightforward yet comprehensive analysis of the Krylov subspace methods, approaching the development and analysis of algorithms from various algorithmic and mathematical perspectives, and going beyond the standard description of iterative methods by connecting them in a natural way to the idea of preconditioning. It supplements standard texts on numerical mathematics for first-year graduate and advanced undergraduate courses and is suitable for advanced graduate classes covering numerical linear algebra and Krylov subspace and multigrid iterative methods. It will be useful to researchers interested in numerical linear algebra and engineers who use iterative methods for solving large algebraic systems. To order or for more about this book, including links to its table of contents, preface, and index, please visit http://bookstore.siam.org/ot138/. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Eric Chung [log in to unmask] Date: July 21, 2014 Subject: Multiscale Problems and Num Homogenization, Taiwan, Aug 2014 In these lecture series, we will give an overview of some multiscale methods and discuss their applications and algorithms. The following topics will be discussed. - General introduction to multiscale problems. - Homogenization and numerical homogenization. Basic concepts and applications. - Global model reduction techniques. - Multiscale finite element methods and local model reduction. Continuous and Discontinuous Galerkin formulations. Linear and nonlinear problems. - Applications and algorithms. The lectures are intended for graduate and undergraduate students. Graduate students and young researchers are particularly encouraged to participate this summer course. Lecturer: Yalchin Efendiev (Texas A&M University and KAUST) For more inforamation, see http://math.cts.nthu.edu.tw/Mathematics/2014MH.html ------------------------------------------------------- From: Andreas Steinbrecher [log in to unmask] Date: July 29, 2014 Subject: MSO-Tools 2014, Germany, Sep 2014 Workshop MSO-Tools 2014 "Modeling, Simulation and Optimisation Tools" 29.-30. Sep. 2014, TU Berlin, Berlin, Germany http://www3.math.tu-berlin.de/MSOTOOLS2014/ Registration is now open. lease use registration form http://www3.math.tu-berlin.de/MSOTOOLS2014/registration.php Deadline for registration: August 31, 2014. Registration fee: 60 Eur (includes conference dinner) This workshop will focus on various aspects of modeling, simulation and optimization (MSO) Tools for dynamical multi-physics systems. The aim is to bring together developers and users of MSO tools together with people working in practice. The workshop will offer the possibility for detailed discussions and the initiation of cooperations for scientists in academia and industry working on or with MSO tools. The conference will include invited and contributed talks. Invited Speakers: - Martin Arnold (Martin Luther Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Germany) - Lorenz T. Biegler (Carnegie Mellon University, USA) - Christof Büskens (Universität Bremen, Germany) - Jens Lang (TU Darmstadt, Germany) - Christoph Nytsch-Geusen (Universität der Künste Berlin, Germany) - Martin Otter (Nat Aeronautics & Space Research Centre of Germany) - Oliver Röhrle (Universität Stuttgart, Germany) - Joost Rommes (Mentor Graphics, France) For additional information, please contact Prof. Dr. Volker Mehrmann, [log in to unmask], or Dr. Andreas Steinbrecher, [log in to unmask] ------------------------------------------------------- From: KELIN XIA [log in to unmask] Date: July 27, 2014 Subject: Persistent Homology for Biosciences, USA, Oct 2014 Workshop on Persistent Homology for Biosciences October 18, 2014 at East Lansing, Michigan State University This workshop will feature leading experts on topological modeling and computation of biosciences from around the globe, and bring together a number of distinguished researchers from mathematics, biology and computer sciences. The registration is now open and will be accepted on a first-come first-serve basis. Further information, including the list of invited speakers and registration can be found on the conference website: www.math.msu.edu/~wei/WPHB/ ------------------------------------------------------- From: Daniel Kressner [log in to unmask] Date: July 21, 2014 Subject: Snapshots of Numerical Analysis, Switzerland, Oct 2014 Snapshots of Numerical Analysis October 3, 2014 EPF Lausanne, Switzerland http://anchp.epfl.ch/mhg70 A one-day workshop celebrating Martin Gutknecht's 70th Birthday is organized at EPF Lausanne. Confirmed invited speakers include Peter Arbenz, Jean-Paul Berrut, Marlis Hochbruck, Volker Mehrmann, Miro Rozloznik, Thomas Schmelzer, Zdenek Strakos, Paul Van Dooren, and Jens-Peter Zemke. If you are interested in participating in this event, please send a message to Annick Gaudin ([log in to unmask]). ------------------------------------------------------- From: Hans De Sterck [log in to unmask] Date: July 25, 2014 Subject: SIAM Comp Science and Engineering (CSE15), USA, Mar 2015 SIAM Conference on Computational Science and Engineering (CSE15) Dates: March 14-18, 2015 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah, USA FINAL CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS Submission deadlines: August 11, 2014: Minisymposium proposals August 21, 2014: Abstracts for contributed and minisymposium speakers (Note the extended deadline for minisymposium proposals.) In addition to minisymposia, submission of posters (including demos) is especially encouraged. A poster can be submitted in addition to an oral presentation. Poster deadline: August 21, 2014: Abstracts for contributed posters and minisymposterium posters (thematic groups of posters) Visit http://www.siam.org/meetings/cse15/submissions.php to submit. For more information about the conference, visit http://www.siam.org/meetings/cse15 or contact SIAM Conference Department at [log in to unmask] ------------------------------------------------------- From: Kirsten Wilden [log in to unmask] Date: July 29, 2014 Subject: SIAM Control and Its Applications, CT15, France, Jul 2015 SIAM Conference on Control and Its Applications (CT15) Maison de la Mutualité, Paris, France July 8-10, 2015 This conference is sponsored by the SIAM Activity Group on Control and Systems Theory, and is co-sponsored by Inria. The Call for Presentations for this conference is available at: http://www.siam.org/meetings/ct15 Twitter hashtag: #SIAMCT15 SUBMISSION DEADLINES January 12, 2015: Minisymposium proposals January 21, 2015: Abstracts for contributed and minisymposium speakers January 21, 2015: Full Paper for Consideration in Proceedings* Conference participants have the option to submit a full paper for consideration in the conference proceedings. Visit http://www.siam.org/meetings/ct15/submissions.php for submission links and details. Submitting a full paper for consideration in the proceedings is optional. TRAVEL FUND APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 7, 2015: SIAM Student Travel Award and Early Career Travel Award Applications For additional information, contact the SIAM Conference Department ([log in to unmask]). ------------------------------------------------------- From: Aaron Luttman [log in to unmask] Date: July 24, 2014 Subject: Senior Scientist Position, National Security Technologies, LLC Applications are invited for a Senior Scientist (Mathematician) position in the Mathematics and Data Analysis group at National Security Technologies, LLC, in Las Vegas, NV. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Mathematics, Statistics, Computational Science and Engineering, or closely related field with 5+ years of experience post-Ph.D. and a proven record of successful collaborative research in computational mathematics, as demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications and grant proposals. U.S. citizenship is required; no dual citizens. National Security Technologies, LLC (www.nstec.com), is the Management and Operations contractor to the U.S. Department of Energy for the Nevada National Security Site (http://nnsa.energy.gov/mediaroom/factsheets/nnssfactsheet), and, working closely with National Laboratories, we specialize in the design, development, fielding, and analysis of diagnostics for large-scale, dynamic physics and materials experimentation. These diagnostics include optical and X-ray imaging, laser interferometry, pyrometry, holography, radiation detection, neutron spectroscopy, and many others. The Mathematics and Data Analysis group is responsible for developing the mathematics and algorithms for analyzing data and quantifying uncertainties associated with these diagnostics. We are also active in the modeling and simulation of physical systems, including controlled nuclear fusion reactors, radiation transport, and electrical systems. We seek candidates who will complement our current expertise in inverse problems, uncertainty quantification, applied functional analysis, modeling and simulation, and computational science and engineering. A background in nuclear physics is not necessary, but a willingness to learn nuclear physics and to participate in dynamic experiments is required. The full job advertisement can be found at http://www2.nstec.com/Job%20Opportunities/109798.pdf, including application instructions. Please contact Aaron Luttman ([log in to unmask]) or Eric Machorro ([log in to unmask]) with any further questions, referencing job #109798 in the subject line. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Roman Hatzky [log in to unmask] Date: July 28, 2014 Subject: Position, High Perf Comp, MPI for Plasma Physics On behalf of the European Fusion Community the Max-Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP) and the Garching Computing Centre of the Max-Planck Society (RZG) have set up a group (http://www.efda-hlst.eu) for the high level support of European code developments for magnetic fusion related plasma physics and material modelling. Experts in high performance computing (HPC) are invited to apply for a position in this group. More information can be found under the code number 37/14 at: http://www.ipp.mpg.de/3694847/job_full_offer_8313411 ------------------------------------------------------- From: Luca Dede' [log in to unmask] Date: July 28, 2014 Subject: Postdoc Position, Num Model & HPC for Heart Functioning, EPFL A postdoctoral position in the field of modeling and scientific computing for the study of the human heart functioning is available at the CMCS Chair of Prof. Quarteroni, MATHICSE, EPF Lausanne ( http://cmcs.epfl.ch ). The position is available for 1 year, renewable for up to 2 additional years, with starting date between September 1st and November 1st, 2014. The candidate will contribute to the research in progress in the Chair in the field of heart modeling. This includes mathematical and numerical modeling, numerical approximation of Partial Differential Equations (PDEs), and code development for High Performance Computing, including multicore programming techniques. The position includes teaching activities and duties in compliance with the regulations of EPFL and the Mathematics Section for scientific collaborators. Prerequisites include a PhD degree in Applied Mathematics, Computational Sciences, Computational Mechanics, or related areas, and experience in the fields of mathematical and numerical modeling for PDEs, programming, numerical simulation, and High Performance Computing. Candidates should send a motivation letter and a resume (CV) with the list of publications and details on the experience according to the prerequisites to Dr. Luca Dede' ( luca.dede AT epfl.ch ); the names and contacts of at least three referees must be indicated (reference letters are not required at this stage). Applications should be sent before August 17th, 2014, but will be considered until the position is filled. ------------------------------------------------------- From: 'Cells-in-Motion' Cluster of Excellence [log in to unmask] Date: July 21, 2014 Subject: Postdoc Positions, Cells-in-Motion Cluster of Excellence The Cells-in-Motion Cluster of Excellence (CiM) in Münster, Germany, is offering Postdoctoral Fellowships in any research area represented in CiM for the development and implementation of individual research projects. The fellowship covers a TV L 13-position for 2 years (extendable to a third year) plus 12.000 € per year to cover consumables and travel costs. Research projects should be developed together with the host laboratory; see www.cells-in-motion.com for research areas and associated principal investigators. Research fields relevant to the CiM-cluster include biophysical aspects of cell dynamics, cell-cell and/or cell-matrix interactions, cell migration and /or differentiation, mathematical modelling of biological systems, protein and/or lipid biochemistry and biophysics, intracellular dynamics, and high resolution optical and non-optical imaging to study cell biology. Excellent researchers with not more than 2 years of postdoctoral experience and a capacity for teamwork are invited to submit their CV, list of publications and the completed application form to [log in to unmask] by 30 September 2014. Only applications using the template provided on our website (www.cells-in-motion.com) will be considered, each applicant can submit only one application. A letter of support written by the head of the host CiM lab is mandatory. We encourage interested researchers to contact their favoured host labs as soon as possible for detailed discussion of the research project. The University of Münster is an equal opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications by women. Female candidates with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferably considered within the framework of the legal possibilities. Disabled candidates with equivalent qualifications will be given preference. Contact: Dr. Julia Meskauskas, [log in to unmask] ------------------------------------------------------- End of Digest **************************