Subject: NA Digest, V. 16, # 29 NA Digest Monday, August 01, 2016 Volume 16 : Issue 29 Today's Editor: Daniel M. Dunlavy Sandia National Labs [log in to unmask] Today's Topics: ACM TOMS Editor-in-Chief Search Sparse Days at CERFACS 2016 MOOC on linear algebra (LAFF) offered again Manchester Julia Workshop, UK, Sep 2016 SIAM Central States Section Meeting, USA, Sep-Oct 2016 Reduced-Order Modeling for Simulation and Optimization, Germany, Nov 2016 Conference honoring Chi-Wang Shu, USA, Jan 2017 Software Engineer Position, EoCoE Project, Toulouse Postdoc Position, CSE SW Methodologies Research, Sandia National Labs Postdoc Position, NA/Scientific Computing, Charles Univ, Prague Postdoc Position, Optimal Control of PDEs Postdoc Positions, Applied Maths, Liverpool/Lancaster, UK Doctoral Positions, Graz PhD Position, Numerical Parameter Identification, TU Darmstadt PhD Position, Optimization for Data Assimilation, Univ of Reading, UK PhD Position, Scientific Computing, Loughborough Univ PhD Positions, Univ of Udine Special Issue on Computational and Algorithmic Finance Contents, Numerical Algorithms, 72 (4) Contents, Reliable Computing, 23 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: Ron Boisvert [log in to unmask] Date: July 25, 2016 Subject: ACM TOMS Editor-in-Chief Search An open search has begun for the next Editor-in-Chief of the ACM Transactions on Mathematical Software. Details can be found here: http://toms.acm.org/pdf/Solicitation.pdf. Deadline for applicants is September 15. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Iain Duff [log in to unmask] Date: July 28, 2016 Subject: Sparse Days at CERFACS 2016 The annual Sparse Days meeting was held at CERFACS on 30 June and 1 July this year. It was as usual a memorable meeting with 40 attendees of whom almost half were from outside France. There were some excellent talks and PDF files for most these are now available from our web site: http://cerfacs.fr/slides-sparse-days-2016/ ------------------------------------------------------- From: Robert van de Geijn [log in to unmask] Date: July 31, 2016 Subject: MOOC on linear algebra (LAFF) offered again In Spring 2014, we first offered "Linear Algebra: Foundations to Frontiers" (LAFF) on the edX platform (edx.org). LAFF is an introductory course on linear algebra that links abstractions in mathematics to abstractions in code. The course targets many audiences, ranging from novices to those wanting a refresher. This fall, LAFF is offered as a semester-long course starting August 24. The materials will be pre-released starting August 3 for those who want to review before the Fall semester starts for courses on applied and/or numerical linear algebra. The course heavily stresses partitioning of matrices and vectors and uses our "FLAME notation" to present algorithms. For links, details, reviews, notes, videos, and activities, visit http://www.ulaff.net. There you will also find my "Notes on Numerical Linear Algebra" which I created for my graduate course on numerical linear algebra. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Weijian Zhang [log in to unmask] Date: July 29, 2016 Subject: Manchester Julia Workshop, UK, Sep 2016 The Manchester Julia Workshop invites researchers to submit poster presentation. The workshop will be held at the University of Manchester on September 19-20, 2016. Registration is open now. http://www.maths.manchester.ac.uk/~siam/julia16/ The workshop offers a unique opportunity for students and researchers across the UK to learn the Julia language and discuss using Julia in different areas: numerical optimization, machine learning, data science and more. We are particularly interested in posters on using Julia for scientific computing. But work that might lead to interesting Julia implementation is welcome. Topics include but are not limited to: Numerical Optimisation; Numerical Linear Algebra; Natural Language Processing; Statistics; Computational Biology; Network Science; and Material Science. Abstract submission deadline: August 26, 2016 Notification of poster acceptance or rejection: August 29, 2016 Registration deadline: September 11, 2016 Please submit a .pdf abstract through: http://www.maths.manchester.ac.uk/~siam/julia16/registration.php It should contain the title, author(s) and affiliation, and should not exceed 500 words. Limited travel support will be provided for students in the UK to present a poster. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Xiaoming He [log in to unmask] Date: August 01, 2016 Subject: SIAM Central States Section Meeting, USA, Sep-Oct 2016 The 2nd Annual Meeting of SIAM Central States Section will be hosted at the University of Arkansas-Little Rock, September 30-October 2, 2016. We are also pleased to announce a special issue on Computers & Mathematics with Applications for this meeting and another special issue on Discrete and Continuous Dynamical Systems - Series B for the SIAM Central States Section. Please see the following conference website for more details: http://siamcentral2016.mst.edu/ If you are interested in giving a talk, please feel free to email the organizing committee chair, Xiaoming He, at [log in to unmask] Please see the following section website and the previous conference website for more information: http://www.siam.org/sections/central/ http://siamcentral.mst.edu/ ------------------------------------------------------- From: Anja Milde [log in to unmask] Date: July 29, 2016 Subject: Reduced-Order Modeling for Simulation and Optimization, Germany, Nov 2016 KoMSO CHALLENGE WORKSHOP on Reduced-Order Modeling for Simulation and Optimization: Powerful Algorithms as Key Enablers for Scientific Computing November 17 & 18, 2016, Bosch Research Campus, Renningen, Germany http://www.KoMSO.org It is the purpose of this workshop to bring together the creators and developers of new, optimal fast mathematical algorithms and their potential industrial users. Requirements, application fields, needs, and benefits of effort-saving fast algorithms will be presented. We invite you to submit contributions for oral presentations. We call for abstracts of maximum 2 pages. Submissions should be written in English. Important Deadlines September 15, 2016: Submission of abstracts October 17, 2016: Notification of acceptance Please submit your abstracts in Word or PDF format via email to [log in to unmask] ------------------------------------------------------- From: Sigal Gottlieb [log in to unmask] Date: August 01, 2016 Subject: Conference honoring Chi-Wang Shu, USA, Jan 2017 We are delighted to announce an international conference on "Frontiers in Applied and Computational Mathematics" to be held at Brown University on January 4-6, 2017. The conference will feature over 20 distinguished invited speakers, and will also have a poster session. Conference information is at https://www.brown.edu/academics/applied-mathematics/events/frontiers- applied-and-computational-mathematics Please register early at this site. Poster submissions will be considered beginning October 1, and presenters will be notified by November 1st. We expect to have generous support from the AFOSR, ARO, and ONR, and encourage those who need support for their travel to apply for funding on the registration page. Like us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/ShuConference/ ------------------------------------------------------- From: Iain Duff [log in to unmask] Date: July 28, 2016 Subject: Software Engineer Position, EoCoE Project, Toulouse A scientific software engineer position is open within the framework of the EU funded EoCoE project (Energy oriented Centre of Excellence) at CERFACS and IRIT, Toulouse, France. Desirable skills: Master, engineering or PhD degree in computer science or in applied mathematics; Background in linear algebra and knowledge of sparse direct methods and iterative methods; Skills and demonstrable experience in Fortran and C/C++ programming languages; Experience in working with parallel architectures and in parallel computing with MPI and/or OpenMP; Knowledge of Linux/Unix environments and development tools (make, version managers, scientific libraries, scripting languages); Interest in software development and software quality; Good ability to work in a team; Good communication skills in scientific and technical English; An experience of software engineering and scientific software implementation would be an asset. From: Flexible, can take into account the candidate's constraints. In principle, from September 2016. Duration: 12 months funded by CERFACS with possible extension for another 12 months funded by IRIT/CNRS. Location: Within the Parallel Algorithms team at CERFACS (http://cerfacs.fr/en/parallel-algorithms/) and then within the APO team at IRIT (https://www.irit.fr/-APO-team-?lang=en). Application procedure: Please provide a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae and the reference (name and contact information) of at least two persons who can be contacted. Applications (with reference "EoCoE: scientific software engineer position") should be sent to Brigitte Yzel ([log in to unmask]), CERFACS, 42 Ave G Coriolis, 30157 Toulouse. Application deadline: September 10th 2016. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Michael Heroux [log in to unmask] Date: July 31, 2016 Subject: Postdoc Position, CSE SW Methodologies Research, Sandia National Labs We are seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee who is interested in an explicit focus on research in software methodologies for research-to-production CSE software, and strong interest in exploring, developing, adapting and adopting modern software engineering to the CSE software domain, including exploration of software productivity and sustainability metrics, development of tools and workflows, especially related to Agile methodologies built upon GitHub, Docker and other new and emerging software technology platforms. Activities will include engaging with Trilinos (trilinos.org) and IDEAS (ideas-productivity.org) developers to elicit requirements and collaboratively create methodologies that enhance productivity and sustainability for CSE research software products such as Trilinos. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Research and development of new methodologies, metrics, tools and best practices for CSE research software, using GitHub, Docker and related modern software platforms - Publication, presentation and engagement with the US and international communities on research topics in CSE software - Effective engagement with Trilinos, IDEAS and other software teams, at Sandia and other DOE laboratories This post-doctoral position is for motivated and enthusiastic individuals with excellent communication skills who have the ability to work in a collaborative research environment. The successful applicant will be expected to work closely with CSE software developers as well as have the opportunity to pursue independent research projects. For more information, go to http://www.sandia.gov/careers/index.html -> View All Jobs and then search for posting 654277. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Zdenek Strakos [log in to unmask] Date: July 26, 2016 Subject: Postdoc Position, NA/Scientific Computing, Charles Univ, Prague A significant part of progress in scientific computing for solving large real-world problems naturally stems from new mathematical approaches. Moreover, the whole process from the problem formulation through its mathematical description, corresponding analysis, discrete representation, solving the discretized problem up to verification of computed results represents a holistic task whose parts cannot be separated from each other. The solution process typically involves various and often distant mathematical disciplines connected by the need to use high performance computational tools. High-performance computing systems use extreme parallelism in performing computations. This requires adequate methods, algorithms and implementations, with emphasize on their theoretical analysis, investigation of numerical stability, accuracy of computations, robustness, resilience, and low computational cost. The research of numerical methods complying with the demands of high-performance computing will be conducted at the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics, Charles University in Prague, in the team led by Zdeněk Strakoš and Miroslav Tůma. Applicants should have a PhD in mathematics or in computer science, with a background in computational mathematics, in particular numerical analysis and/or matrix computations. Contact person: Prof. Zdeněk Strakoš, Charles University in Prague, Faculty of Mathematics and Physics, e-mail: [log in to unmask] Applicants should submit (see the templates http://www.mff.cuni.cz/fakulta/prace/2017postmath.htm): Application form Letters of Reference Detailed CV List of publications Copy of university diploma Deadline: August 26, 2016 ------------------------------------------------------- From: Thomas Russold [log in to unmask] Date: July 28, 2016 Subject: Postdoc Position, Optimal Control of PDEs About the project: While the project addresses a broad spectrum in optimal control of PDEs, it also focusses on some of the most pressing topics: Non-smooth, non-convex optimal control and computational techniques for feedback control. Applications include the bidomain equations, which are the established model to describe the electrical activity of the heart. Professional qualifications: Doctoral degree in a mathematical branch of study. Solid knowledge in numerical analysis and in applied mathematics, including PDEs, with specialization in either analytical or computations techniques. Specialization in optimal control, calculus of variations, or optimization is very welcome. Contact person and grant holder: Prof. Karl Kunisch, University of Graz and Radon Institute, Austrian Academy of Sciences, E-mail: [log in to unmask] Official starting date: January 1, 2016 Applications with a detailed CV including a publication list and a compact statement of past achievements and research interests should be sent to: [log in to unmask] Application Deadline: will be announced ------------------------------------------------------- From: Ke Chen [log in to unmask] Date: July 27, 2016 Subject: Postdoc Positions, Applied Maths, Liverpool/Lancaster, UK Four postdoctoral positions in respective areas of Mathematical Biology (Multi-scale drug toxicity modelling), Mathematical Imaging (multi-modal registration) and Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) Modeling, with three posts based at the Department of Mathematical Sciences, University of Liverpool, and one post based in the University of Lancaster under the supervision of a multidisciplinary team of researchers. The posts are funded through the newly formed EPSRC Liverpool Centre for Mathematics in Healthcare (LCMH, one of the 5 EPSRC Centres in UK), with 3 more posts to be advertised in 2017. PhD in the modelling areas related to the projects with relevant experience and background in partial differential equations and/or computational modelling skills or imaging or applied stochastic models and competition dynamics are required. Strong research track record is essential. Duration: 3 or 2 years Starting date: October 2016 or soon after. Application closing date: August 29, 2016 More information and online application form shortly from http://tinyurl.com/EPSRC-LCMH or https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/working/jobvacancies/currentvacancies/research/ and https://hr-jobs.lancs.ac.uk/vacancies.aspx?cat=232 ------------------------------------------------------- From: Thomas Russold [log in to unmask] Date: August 01, 2016 Subject: Doctoral Positions, Graz The dissertation projects cover, for instance, developing numerical methods for variational image processing problems, studying novel approaches for magentic resonance fingerprinting, shape optimization for fluid-structure interaction as well as modeling, identification, and optimization of violin bridges. Applicants should hold a master's degree in mathematics or related areas with a strong back- ground in one of the fields of numerics, optimization, or analysis. Applicants are asked to submit a curriculum vitae, copies of certificates of academic qualifications, a copy of a degree thesis or of a peer-reviewed publication (if available) and two letters of recommendation. Additionally, the candidates are asked to inform themselves beforehand about the spectrum of the available PhD topics from the web page of the IGDK and to order them according to their interest, giving written explanations for their choice within the application letter. The IGDK Munich-Graz aims to increase the proportion of female staff and especially encourages women to apply. This policy applies also to disabled persons. Applications in English (main language of the IGDK) should be sent by email to [log in to unmask], addressed to the speakers of the IGDK Munich-Graz, Prof. Dr. Boris Vexler and Prof. Dr. Karl Kunisch. For further information about the scientific topics covered and the conditions for applications, please visit our website www.igdk.eu. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Winnifried Wollner [log in to unmask] Date: August 01, 2016 Subject: PhD Position, Numerical Parameter Identification, TU Darmstadt The Graduate School of Computational Engineering (www.graduate-school-ce.de) at the Technische Universität Darmstadt offers one PhD scholarship supervised by Prof. Dr. Winnifried Wollner in the field of Numerical Parameter Identification Magnets used for example in particle accelerators to bend the particle beam contain yokes made of nonlinear or even hysteric materials that may be premagnetized. To adjust the magnetic field the current must be precisely controlled. However, the field distribution depends on the unknown magnetization of the yoke. This is mathematically modeled by a 2D nonlinear parabolic or elliptic partial differential equation with unknown material distribution. The aim of the PhD project is the development and realization of techniques for the numerical estimation of this magnetization to allow for a more precise control of the resulting magnetic field. The PhD Scholarship is focused on mathematical methods with a collaboration with electrical engineering. Applicants ideally have some background knowledge in numerical methods for PDEs (Finite Elements) and optimization with PDEs or parameter identification. Formal requirements for the scholarship are available at (http://www.gsc.ce.tu-darmstadt.de/index.php?id=21). The PhD position is limited to three years and is based on the guidelines of the German Research Foundation (DFG). For inquiries, please contact Winnifried Wollner (cf. mail address below). Candidates should submit a short application including a cover letter, a CV and their latest grade records within one single PDF file (5 pages at most) in electronic form to [log in to unmask] . ------------------------------------------------------- From: Amos Lawless [log in to unmask] Date: July 25, 2016 Subject: PhD Position, Optimization for Data Assimilation, Univ of Reading, UK A fully-funded PhD position in Novel Optimization Methods for Data Assimilation is available at the University of Reading, working with Amos Lawless and Nancy Nichols in Reading and Coralia Cartis in Oxford. Data assimilation is the process of combining observations with a numerical model in order to estimate the state of a physical system. It is widely used in many areas of environmental modelling, for example to estimate the initial conditions for a weather forecast. In this project recently-developed advanced numerical optimization methods will be adapted for use in data assimilation for environmental prediction. In particular, these new methods will be compared to currently-used methods in a series of problems of increasing complexity. The performance of the methods will be investigated computationally and analysed mathematically. Due to restrictions on the funding this studentship is only open to UK/EU students. Further details, including how to apply, are at http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/AOE409/phd-studentship-in-mathematics/ Application deadline: 21 August 2016 For informal enquiries please contact Dr Amos Lawless ([log in to unmask]) or Prof Nancy Nichols ([log in to unmask]). ------------------------------------------------------- From: Marco Discacciati [log in to unmask] Date: July 27, 2016 Subject: PhD Position, Scientific Computing, Loughborough Univ A PhD studentship funded by Loughborough University is available to start in October 2016. The project, based in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Loughborough University, will focus on the mathematical and computational modelling of point-of-care water purification devices. The aim is to set up a robust and reliable modelling tool that would enable simulation of different working configurations for the device with a view to optimize its performance and design. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a mathematical model of the process of filtration of water through a porous medium and computational finite element software to simulate filtration. The model will be validated using experimental data obtained in the Chemical Engineering Department. The studentship is for 3 years and it provides a stipend of £14,296 per annum plus tuition fees at the UK/EU rate for up to three years. International (non EU) students may apply but will need to find the difference in fees between those for a 'UK/EU' and 'international' student themselves. Students will normally need to hold, or expect to gain, at least a 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in Mathematics, Physics or Engineering. A relevant Master's degree and/or experience in one or more of the following will be an advantage: Applied Computational Mathematics, Computational Mechanics. Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Dr Marco Discacciati ([log in to unmask]) as soon as possible. Applications are accepted until the position is filled. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Dimitri Breda [log in to unmask] Date: July 27, 2016 Subject: PhD Positions, Univ of Udine 11 positions are offered for the Ph.D. in Informatics and Mathematical and Physical Sciences at the University of Udine. All information can be found at http://www.uniud.it/en/research/research- doctorate/phdstudies/admission/ph.d.-call-1?set_language=en The deadline is August 8, 2016 at 02.00 p.m. (Italian time). ------------------------------------------------------- From: Jari Toivanen [log in to unmask] Date: July 25, 2016 Subject: Special Issue on Computational and Algorithmic Finance Journal of Computational Science (JoCS) solicits original research papers for the special issue on Computational and Algorithmic Finance. For more information on this special issue see http://www.journals.elsevier.com/journal-of-computational-science/ call-for-papers/special-issue-topics-in-computational-and-algorithmic- financ Papers are submitted online via the JoCS standard submission system at http://ees.elsevier.com/jocs Please select the article type name of "SI: TCAF" in submission process. The deadline for submissions is December 31, 2016. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Claude Brezinski [log in to unmask] Date: July 31, 2016 Subject: Contents, Numerical Algorithms, 72 (4) Numerical Algorithms, Vol. 72, Issue 4. Table of contents An iterative algorithm for solving split feasibility problems and fixed point problems in Banach spaces, Y. Shehu, O. S. Iyiola, C. D. Enyi A quicker continued fraction approximation of the gamma function related to the Windschitl's formula, Dawei Lu, Lixin Song, Congxu Ma Numerical treatment of a well-posed Chebyshev Tau method for Bagley-Torvik equation with high-order of accuracy, P. Mokhtary A new reliable algorithm based on the sinc function for the time fractional diffusion equation, Esmail Hesameddini, Elham Asadollahifard A Mizuno-Todd-Ye predictor-corrector infeasible-interior-point method for linear programming over symmetric cones, Ximei Yang, Yinkui Zhang, Hongwei Liu, Yonggang Pei A stable class of improved second-derivative free Chebyshev-Halley type methods with optimal eighth order convergence, Alicia Cordero, Munish Kansal, Vinay Kanwar, Juan R. Torregrosa General fractional variational problem depending on indefinite integrals, K. Sayevand, M. R. Rostami On the method of directly defining inverse mapping for nonlinear differential equations, Shijun Liao, Yinlong Zhao Anderson acceleration of the alternating projections method for computing the nearest correlation matrix, Nicholas J. Higham, Natasa Strabic On the choice of solution subspace for nonstationary iterated Tikhonov regularization, Guangxin Huang, Lothar Reichel, Feng Yin Laguerre approximation with negative integer and its application for the delay differential equation, Zhang Xiao-yong, Li Jun-lin An optimized two-step hybrid block method for solving general second order initial-value problems, Higinio Ramos, Z. Kalogiratou, Th. Monovasilis, T. E. Simos An unconditionally stable spatial sixth-order CCD-ADI method for the two-dimensional linear telegraph equation, Dongdong He ------------------------------------------------------- From: Ralph Baker Kearfott [log in to unmask] Date: July 29, 2016 Subject: Contents, Reliable Computing, 23 A special issue of the on-line journal "Reliable Computing" honoring the late Ramon Moore has now appeared. Open access is available at: http://interval.louisiana.edu/reliable-computing-journal/tables-of- contents.html#Volume_23 Ramon Moore: Short biography, and recollections from close associates. Nedialko S. Nedialkov, Kenneth R. Jackson, and Markus Neher, On the Blunting Method in Verified Integration of ODEs. L. Jaulin, B. Desrochers, and D. Massé, Bisectable Abstract Domains for the Resolution of Equations Involving Complex Numbers. Naijia Xiao, Francesco Fedele, and Rafi L. Muhanna, Interval-Based Parameter Identification for Structural Static Problems. Kiyotaka Yamamura and Suguru Ishiguro, Finding All Solution Sets of Piecewise-Linear Interval Equations Using Integer Programming. Vladik Kreinovich, Standing on the Shoulders of the Giants: Why Constructive Mathematics, Probability Theory, Interval Mathematics, and Fuzzy Mathematics Are Important. Vladik Kreinovich and Sergey P. Shary, Interval Methods for Data Fitting under Uncertainty: A Probabilistic Treatment. Ulrich Kulisch and Gerd Bohlender, High Speed Associative Accumulation of Floating-point Numbers and Floating-point Intervals. Louis B. Rall, Interval Divided-Difference Arithmetic. Alexandre Goldsztejn and Daisuke Ishii, A Parallelotope Method for Hybrid System Simulation. In addition to Volume 23, papers from Volume 22, a special issue devoted to material presented at the 2015 Small Workshop on Interval Methods, have appeared. (Volume 22 will be complete following appearance of several more papers from that workshop.) ------------------------------------------------------- End of Digest **************************