Subject: NA Digest, V. 22, # 42 NA Digest Monday, December 26, 2022 Volume 22 : Issue 42 Today's Editor: Daniel M. Dunlavy Sandia National Labs [log in to unmask] Today's Topics: Janusz Kowalik, February 28, 1934 - November 3, 2022 New Book, The Theory of Composites New Book, The Zen of Exotic Computing Nonlinear Model Reduction for Control, USA, May 2023 Biennial NA Conference, UK, Jun 2023 Contributed Talks/LAA Special Issue, ILAS2023, Spain, Jun 2023 Assistant Professor Position, NA, KTH Postdoc Position, Computer Science, Wake Forest Univ Postdoc Position, Pure Mathematics/Singularities, BCAM CFP, Communications on Analysis and Computation Subscribe, unsubscribe, change address, or for na-digest archives: http://www.netlib.org/na-digest-html/faq.html Submissions for NA Digest: http://icl.utk.edu/na-digest/ ------------------------------------------------------- From: Jack Dongarra [log in to unmask] Date: December 24, 2022 Subject: Janusz Kowalik, February 28, 1934 - November 3, 2022 Janusz Kowalik passed from this world on November 3, 2022 in hospice care in Kirkland, Washington after a prolonged battle with chronic heart and kidney disease. Janusz was born on February 28, 1934 in Krzemieniec, then part of Poland. He grew up during World War II. He attended Gdansk Polytechnic where he met his future wife Krystyna in 1954 and completed his Master's Degree in Naval Architecture in 1956. Janusz and Krystyna were married in Warsaw in 1959. Subsequently, he completed his PhD in Applied Physics in 1961. Janusz worked at Boeing in Seattle, Washington until 1974 when he moved to Montreal for a year. He then settled in Pullman, Washington in 1976 where he was head of the academic computing center until 1984. Janusz then lived in Bothell for 38 years until his death. During this time, Janusz worked in the advanced technology division in Boeing and also lectured at the University of Washington. He retired in 2002 and engaged in a series of international collaborations with other scientists and continued authoring and editing books. A lifelong athlete, Janusz enjoyed running, swimming, weight lifting, and skiing. He participated in many other sports including windsurfing, tennis, and scuba diving. He achieved multiple Presidential Fitness awards throughout his life and meticulously tracked his progress and achievements. At the age of 60 he began studying karate and earned his black belt in 2006. The strength developed through years of physical exercise fortified him for the physical challenges he confronted in the last years of his life. Janusz was a prolific author, editor, and lecturer. As he began his transition from this world, he expressed gratitude for everything he'd achieved in life, for his family, and the legacy he left behind. He achieved everything he set out to do and lived his life to the absolute maximum. He left only once his body could no longer carry him. Janusz is survived by Krystyna, his wife of 63 years; his son Olaf and his wife Lisa; his grandson Alex; his nephew Piotr Maszkiewicz and his wife and children; and his cousin Marek Laszkowski. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Mitchell Graham [log in to unmask] Date: December 21, 2022 Subject: New Book, The Theory of Composites The Theory of Composites by Graeme W. Milton Composites have been studied for more than 150 years, and interest in their properties has been growing. The Theory of Composites is a classic volume, providing the foundations for understanding a broad range of composite properties. These properties can be explored either through the model geometries or through microstructure-independent bounds, obtained through variational principles, analytic methods, and Hilbert space approaches. Most interesting is when the properties of the composite are unlike those of the constituent materials, and there has been an explosion of interest in such composites, now known as metamaterials. 2022/ xl + 719 pages / Softcover / 978-1-61197-747-9/ Price: $99.00 / CL88 Bookstore link: https://my.siam.org/Store/Product/viewproduct/?ProductId=46165494 ------------------------------------------------------- From: Mitchell Graham [log in to unmask] Date: December 21, 2022 Subject: New Book, The Zen of Exotic Computing The Zen of Exotic Computing by Peter M. Kogge This textbook explores an important subset of alternatives to the Turing/von Neumann model of computing. The models are organized into distinct groups. After a review of the Turing/von Neumann model to set the stage, the author discusses those that have their roots in the Turing/von Neumann model but perform potentially large numbers of computations in parallel; models that do away with the preplanned nature of the classical model and compute from just a statement of the problem; others that are simply mathematically different, such as probabilistic and reversible computation; models based on physical phenomena such as neurons; and finally those that leverage unique physical phenomena directly, such as quantum, optical, and DNA-based computing. 2022 / xxxii + 386 pages / Softcover / 978-1-61197-728-8 / Price: $89.00 Bookstore link: https://my.siam.org/Store/Product/viewproduct/?ProductId=46165524 ------------------------------------------------------- From: Boris Kramer [log in to unmask] Date: December 22, 2022 Subject: Nonlinear Model Reduction for Control, USA, May 2023 We would like to invite you to participate in the "Conference and workshop: Nonlinear model reduction for control" in Blacksburg, VA, May 22-26, 2023. A tutorial-style workshop for junior researchers will be held on Monday and Tuesday (22-23) followed by a 3-day conference with state-of-the-art research talks. For more information, visit http://math.vt.edu/nlromc The objectives of the conference will be to bring together leading experts in nonlinear model reduction, control and tensor-based computations to learn and advance the state-of-the-art and identify challenges and opportunities in the field. The conference themes revolve around nonlinear balanced truncation, Hamilton-Jacobi-Bellman approaches to control and model reduction, interpolatory and data- driven methods for nonlinear systems, proper orthogonal decomposition for control, and tensor methods for scalable computation. The deadline to submit abstracts for posters and contributed talks is extended through January 31, 2023. Please fill out the form at https://forms.gle/VMMDJKBdbh2qyN8N7 to indicate your participation, apply to be considered for partial travel support, as well as to optionally submit a title and abstract of a talk for the conference portion of our workshop. A limited number of travel awards will be offered to early career researchers through an NSF-CMMI grant and a decision about support will be made in early February. A registration fee of $300 is required for participation for participants that do not get NSF travel support. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Gabriel R. Barrenechea [log in to unmask] Date: December 23, 2022 Subject: Biennial NA Conference, UK, Jun 2023 It is our pleasure to announce that registration is now open for the 29th Biennial Conference on Numerical Analysis, to take place during 27-30 June 2023 at the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, Scotland. This long established conference is open to all researchers in the field, and you are invited to contribute a talk on your current work. PhD students and young researchers will find the environment particularly welcoming. We also welcome proposals for minisymposia for the conference. A minisymposium should consist of a multiple of 3 speakers (up to 12). To propose a minisymposium send a title, a short abstract and a list of speakers to [log in to unmask], or directly to one of the conference organisers. Further information, including fees and deadlines, can be found at http://naconf.org.uk ------------------------------------------------------- From: Fernando De Terán [log in to unmask] Date: December 22, 2022 Subject: Contributed Talks/LAA Special Issue, ILAS2023, Spain, Jun 2023 The period for submitting contributed talks at the ILAS 2023 meeting is open. The meeting will be held at Escuela Tecnica Superior de Ingenieria de Montes, Forestal y del Medio Ambiente (Polytechnic University of Madrid), from June 12 to June 16, 2023: https://ilas2023.es/ To submit the abstract of a talk, please follow the guidelines indicated at the webpage https://ilas2023.es/submissions/ The deadline for submitting contributed talks is February 1st, 2023. The journal Linear Algebra and its Applications (LAA) is pleased to announce a special issue on the occasion of this conference. Papers corresponding to talks given at the conference should be submitted by December 1st 2023 via the Elsevier Editorial System. Detailed instructions will be given later. Special editors for this ILAS 2023 issue are: Erin Carson, Charles University; Fernando De Teran, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid; Vanni Noferini, Aalto University Joao Queiro, Universidade de Coimbra; Volker Mehrmann (TU Berlin) is the responsible Editor-in-Chief of LAA for this special issue. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Anna-Karin Tornberg [log in to unmask] Date: December 23, 2022 Subject: Assistant Professor Position, NA, KTH KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm is announcing an open position as Assistant professor in Mathematics with specialization in Numerical Analysis. This is a tenure track position. Application deadline Feb 17, 2023. For full advertisement and instructions for applying, see: https://www.kth.se/en/om/work-at-kth/lediga-jobb/what:job/jobID:571323/where:4/ ------------------------------------------------------- From: Grey Ballard [log in to unmask] Date: December 23, 2022 Subject: Postdoc Position, Computer Science, Wake Forest Univ The Department of Computer Science at Wake Forest University invites applications for a postdoctoral research fellowship beginning in July 2023. The candidate will work primarily with Dr. Grey Ballard and Dr. Aditya Devarakonda to design, implement, and analyze high-performance algorithms for sparse matrix and tensor computations. We are particularly interested in scholars who have a strong background in numerical linear algebra, numerical analysis, and/or parallel and high-performance computing. In addition to conducting research, the fellow will have the opportunity to teach at the undergraduate level if mutually agreeable. This is a one-year contract position with possible extensions. The fellow will be part of Sparsitute: A Mathematical Institute for Sparse Computations in Science and Engineering. Sparsitute is supported for 5 years by the Department of Energy and is a collaboration between LBNL, ORNL, Purdue University, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Indiana University, and Wake Forest University. The postdoctoral fellow will be hosted at Wake Forest but will get a chance to collaborate closely and network with all the PIs and personnel in these 6 institutions. To apply, please visit: https://wfu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Staff_Career_Website_live/job/Post-Doctoral-Researcher--Department-of-Computer-Science_R0005341 Questions regarding the position or application can be directed to Dr. Ballard ([log in to unmask]) or Dr. Devarakonda ([log in to unmask]). ------------------------------------------------------- From: Idoia Hernandez [log in to unmask] Date: December 21, 2022 Subject: Postdoc Position, Pure Mathematics/Singularities, BCAM The Singularity Theory and Algebraic Geometry group at the Basque Center for Applied Mathematics is looking to fill a 3 year postdoctoral position, with a possibility of extension for 1 year. The candidate's research interests should connect in the broad sense to the topics pursued within the group: commutative algebra, geometry (algebraic, complex, or symplectic), and topology. In particular, we will also consider applicants who do not directly work in these fields, but have applied their results therein. We also want to see a person who can contribute to the life of our group by collaborating within the group, inviting guests, and organizing seminars and other activities. The position has no attached teaching duties. The starting dates is flexible. The description of our group can be found at http://www.bcamath.org/en/research/lines/STAG Applications should be submitted online at the webpage http://www.bcamath.org/en/research/job before February 3, please pay attention to the official call http://www.bcamath.org/documentos_public/archivos/ofertas/IC2022_12_Postdoc_BERCSO_STAGvf.pdf Requirements: Expertise connected to the research interests of STAG, such as geometry (algebraic, complex, or symplectic), commutative algebra, or topology. PhD degree in Mathematics completed before the contract starts. Skills: Good interpersonal and communication skills. A proven track record in Mathematics. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative research team. Fluency in spoken and written English. In the selection procedure we will appreciate: Interest in the study of singularities or the interplay of singularities with algebra, geometry, or topology. Connections or interest in several of the topics pursued in STAG. Willingness to organize seminars, invited lectures and other activities. ------------------------------------------------------- From: Hongyu Liu [log in to unmask] Date: December 22, 2022 Subject: CFP, Communications on Analysis and Computation It is our great pleasure to announce the launch of a new journal, Communications on Analysis and Computation: https://www.aimsciences.org/CAC This comprehensive journal aims to provide a high platform for speedy dissemination of important results in all branches of mathematics that analysis and computation play a major role. There is no such "conceptualized importance" in its aim and scope: https://www.aimsciences.org/CAC/aimandscope We welcome submissions now and the submission process is simple: https://www.aimsciences.org/CAC/Submitapaper ------------------------------------------------------- End of Digest **************************