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From: Julien Langou <langou@cs.utk.edu>
Date: Fri, 4 Feb 2005 13:54:41 -0500 (EST)
Subject: Preparing Patch Release of LAPACK and ScaLAPACK
We are in the process of preparing a patch for the current LAPACK and
ScaLAPACK software. We would like to hear about any problems you may have
encountered with the software. Please send us bugs in the software and
documentation that you are aware of. You can submit a bug report by going
to http://icl.cs.utk.edu/lapack-forum/lapack_bugs.html . Please be as
specific as possible. The best way would be by providing us a way to
reproduce the problem on our computers. We would like to receive all the
information within two weeks, by February 28th, 2005.
Thanks,
The LAPACK/ScaLAPACK Team.
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From: Toon Knapen <toon.knapen@fft.be>
Date: Thu, 03 Feb 2005 11:04:47 +0100
Subject: Mailing List Dedicated to Generic Linear Algebra
Hi all,
I would like to inform you that a new mailinglist has been created that
is dedicated to Generic Linear Algebra Software (GLAS).
The aim of the glas-ml is to define a generic interface for linear
algebra operations and to provide a reference implementation for this
interface in C++. This forum is intended for people with a strong
interest in numerics and/or C++ (actually the combination of both is
absolutely necessary to achieve our goals).
The list was created a few weeks ago and it has been suggested already
to join the MTL3 (a new rewrite of MTL) effort and this glas effort. So
you might want to dive into the archives already to read some more about
the initial design discussions.
The ml is hosted by the Open Systems Lab of Indiana University (thanks!)
and you can join the list at:
http://lists.boost.org/mailman/listinfo.cgi/glas.
Toon Knapen
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From: Vivek Rao <vivekrao4@yahoo.com>
Date: Sat, 5 Feb 2005 11:48:36 -0800 (PST)
Subject: G95, Open-Source Fortran 95 Compiler
G95 at http://www.g95.org is a free, open-source,
Fortran 95 compiler, with binaries available for
Windows, Linux (Intel x86, IA64, and Opteron), Mac OS
X, FreeBSD, Sparc Solaris, and HP-UX. Almost
the entire Fortran 95 standard is supported, as are a
few Fortran 2003 features. It is being used by
hundreds of programmers, whose reported bugs are fixed
quickly.
Since Fortran 95 is almost a superset of Fortran 77,
g95 will compile legacy Fortran codes as well as new
codes using array operations and other modern features
of Fortran 90 and 95.
Vivek Rao
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From: Julie Haenisch <Julie_Haenisch@pupress.princeton.edu>
Date: Tue, 01 Feb 2005 14:15:51 -0500
Subject: New Book, Complexities: Women in Mathematics
New from Princeton University Press
Complexities: Women in Mathematics
Edited by Bettye Anne Case and Anne M. Leggett
"The talented and amazing women featured in this book will serve as
inspirational role models for all generations that follow. Complexities
carefully documents the importance of such role models in inspiring women to
enter mathematics. It is a lesson that can be applied beyond this field to
anywhere where women are underrepresented."--Linda Babcock, author, with
Sara Laschever, of Women Don't Ask (Princeton).
Sophie Germain taught herself mathematics by candlelight, huddled in her
bedclothes. Ada Byron Lovelace anticipated aspects of general-purpose
digital computing by more than a century. Cora Ratto de Sadosky advanced
messages of tolerance and equality while sharing her mathematical talents
with generations of students.
This captivating book gives voice to women mathematicians from the late
eighteenth century through to the present day. It documents the complex
nature of the conditions women around the world have faced--and continue to
face--while pursuing their careers in mathematics. The stories of the three
women above and those of many more appear here, each one enlightening and
inspiring.
Read more online, click here:
http://www.pupress.princeton.edu/titles/7915.html
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From: Valerie Yaw <vyaw@cambridge.org>
Date: Thu, 3 Feb 2005 14:04:07 -0500
Subject: New Book, Topology for Computing
Topology for Computing
Afra Zomorodian, Stanford University, CA
Written by a computer scientist for computer scientists, this book teaches
topology from a computational point of view, and shows how to solve real
problems that have topological aspects involving computers. Such problems
arise in many areas, such as computer graphics, robotics, structural
biology, and chemistry. The author starts from the basics of topology,
assuming no prior exposure to the subject, and moves rapidly up to recent
advances in the area, including topological persistence and hierarchical
Morse complexes. Algorithms and data structures are presented when
appropriate.
Contents:
1. Introduction; Part One: Mathematics: 2. Spaces and Filtrations; 3.
Group Theory; 4. Homology; 5. Morse Theory; 6. New Results; Part Two:
Algorithms: 7. The Persistence Algorithms; 8. Topological Simplification;
9. The Morse-Smale Complex Algorithm; 10. The Linking Number Algorithm;
Part Three: Applications: 11. Software; 12. Experiments; 13. Applications;
Bibliography; Index
Series: Cambridge Monographs on Applied and Computational Mathematics
$60.00 / 0-521-83666-2 / October 2005 / Hardback / 264 pages / 118 line
diagrams / 2 color plates
Please visit www.cambridge.org/0521836662 to order.
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From: David Griffiths <dfg@maths.dundee.ac.uk>
Date: Fri, 4 Feb 2005 18:43:53 +0000
Subject: Dundee Biennial Conference on Numerical Analysis
21st BIENNIAL CONFERENCE ON NUMERICAL ANALYSIS
UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE, SCOTLAND, UK
Tuesday 28 June - Friday 1 July, 2005
Registration
The conference will be preceded on Monday, 27 June, by talks given by
the finalists of the Leslie Fox Prize.
Our web site
http://www.maths.dundee.ac.uk/naconf/
is now open for registration and submission of abstracts. Please
consult the web site for a list of invited speakers and other
information regarding the conference.
Conference Secretaries:
David Griffiths
Alistair Watson
Mathematics Division, The University of Dundee
Dundee DD1 4HN, Scotland, UK
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From: Darrell Ross <ross@siam.org>
Date: Mon, 31 Jan 2005 12:13:20 -0500
Subject: SIAM Conference on Optimization
SIAM Conference on Optimization
Location: Norra Latin, City Conference Centre, Stockholm, Sweden
Dates: May 15 - 19, 2005
The Preliminary Program is now available. Please visit:
http://www.siam.org/meetings/OP05/
For additional information, contact SIAM Conference Department at
meetings@siam.org
PLEASE NOTE: International attendees planning to attend conferences in
the USA may already be aware that there have been recent changes to the
visa program for scientific visitors, which affect even people from visa
waiver countries. The site http://www7.nationalacademies.org/visas/
maintained by the National Academies, provides guidance on obtaining the
necessary documents.
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From: Georgios Stavroulakis <gestavr@cc.uoi.gr>
Date: Mon, 31 Jan 2005 15:28:20 +0200
Subject: Conference in Thessaloniki on Nonsmooth and Nonconvex Mechanics
SECOND INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
ON
NONSMOOTH/NONCONVEX MECHANICS
WITH APPLICATIONS IN ENGINEERING
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
ARISTOTLE UNIVERSITY OF THESSALONIKI
7 & 8 July, 2006
RESEARCH TOPICS
* Contact Mechanics - Friction & stick-slip effects
* Elastoplasticity - Shakedown - Limit Analysis
* Convex Analysis and Mechanics
* Nonsmooth Analysis and Optimization
* Nonconvex Mechanics and Duality
* Variational, quasivariational and hemivariational inequalities
* Energy methods in Mechanics and Structural Analysis
* Nonsmooth Dynamics
* Structural Optimization
* Structural Control and Identification
* Computational Mechanics
* Applications
* Mathematical Analysis and Approximation results
* Innovative topics (like Chaotic behaviour, Fractal approximation,
Neural Networks etc.)
DEADLINES
Submission of Abstract by May 1, 2005
Preliminary acceptance by July 30, 2005
Submission of full paper by February 28, 2006
Conference Secretariat
c/o Professor Dr.-Ing. C.C. Baniotopoulos
Institute of Steel Structures, Department of Civil Engineering
Aristotle University, GR-54124 Thessaloniki, Greece
Tel.: +30 2310 99 5753 Fax: +30 2310 99 5642
E-mail: nnmae2006@civil.auth.gr
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From: Choi-Hong Lai <C.H.Lai@gre.ac.uk>
Date: Tue, 01 Feb 2005 11:23:15 +0000
Subject: Conference in Greenwich on Distributed and Parallel Algorithms
Extension of deadline to 28/02/2005.
The Joint DCABES and ICPACE Conference on
distributed and parallel algorithms for science and engineering
University of Greenwich
Maritime Greenwich Campus
Old Royal Naval College
25/08/2005 - 27/08/2005
http://www.dcabes.org
http://www.cms.gre.ac.uk/conferences/dcabes/dcabes2005
Abstracts and short papers are currently coming in steadily
and we are concerning that there are still some more
to come. Therefore the deadline for abstracts/short papers
submission is now 28/02/2005.
Electronic submission portal:
http://www.cms.gre.ac.uk/conferences/dcabes/dcabes2005/contribute.html
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From: Ke Chen <K.Chen@liverpool.ac.uk>
Date: Tue, 1 Feb 2005 20:02:38 +0000 (GMT)
Subject: British Applied Mathematics Colloquium in Liverpool
The large 47th British Applied Mathematics Colloquium incorporating
57th British Mathematical Colloquium will be held in the
Department of Mathematical Sciences,
University of Liverpool during 4-7 April, 2005.
Some NA special sessions (highlighting fast iterative solvers, new
techniques for solving inverse problems) are being organised
and all NA contributions are welcome in the larger conference
(contact: k.chen@liv.ac.uk for NA talks).
The deadline for abstract submissions is 4 March 2005.
Plenary speakers include:
John Ball, Michael Berry, Noam Elkies,
Barbara Fantechi, Avner Friedman,
Askold Khovanskii, Vladimir Maz'ya,
Dusa McDuff, Graeme Milton,
John Toland and Wendelin Werner.
Sponsors:
London Mathematical Society
Edinburgh Mathematical Society
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council
Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM)
Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (Lighthill Lecture)
University College London (Stewartson Memorial Lecture)
University of Liverpool
Organising Committee:
P.J. Giblin, H.R. Morton,
A.B. Movchan, K. Chen
Information from http://www.maths.liv.ac.uk/maths2005/
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From: Nadja Peck <npeck@math.unizh.ch>
Date: Thu, 03 Feb 2005 14:19:25 +0100
Subject: Workshop in Zurich on Reliable Methods of Mathematical Modelling
We are pleased to announce the second international workshop on
Reliable Methods of Mathematical Modelling.
This conference will take place
from 6-8 July, 2005 at the University of Zurich, Switzerland.
The first meeting in this RMMM-series was held in Jyväskylä, Finland, in
September 2003.
Objectives:
This international workshop is devoted to the newest developments in the
field of a posteriori error estimation, adaptive method and related topics.
Topics:
Self adaptive methods
A posteriori error estimation for the discretization of PDEs
A posteriori estimation for modelling errors
Program Committee:
M. Ainsworth (UK)
C. Bernardi (France)
C. Carstensen (Germany)
W. Dörfler (Germany)
R.H.W. Hoppe (Germany/USA)
R.H. Nochetto (USA)
R. Rannacher (Germany)
S.I. Repin (Russia)
S.A. Sauter (Switzerland)
R. Verfürth (Germany)
Further information you will find on our website
www.math.unizh.ch/rmmm-2005.
Organizing Committee:
C. Carstensen
S.I. Repin
S.A. Sauter
A. Smolianski
Contact
Mrs. Nadja Peck
University of Zurich
Winterthurerstrasse 190
CH-8057 Zürich
Switzerland
Phone ++41-44-635-5881
Fax ++41-44-635-5705
e-mail: rmmm@math.unizh.ch
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From: Luise Blank <luise.blank@mathematik.uni-regensburg.de>
Date: Thu, 03 Feb 2005 15:16:17 +0100
Subject: Workshop in Heidelberg on State Estimation
Second and last announcement
Workshop on State Estimation
April 7-8, 2005,
Heidelberg, Germany
State estimation of dynamic systems is an important prerequisite for safe
and economical process operations. It is an integral part in such diverse
applications as process monitoring, fault detection, process optimization,
and model based control.
This workshop will focus on the question of how to estimate the state of a
dynamic system accurately and fast, given online measurements and a
possibly nonlinear model. The following topics shall be adressed in a
familiar atmosphere with a lot of time for discussion:
* formulations of the inverse problem of state estimation
* moving horizon state and parameter estimation
* online algorithms
* nonlinear filtering techniques
* optimal sensor location
* coupling of estimation and model based control
The workshop will take place in the "Schmitthenner-Haus" in the old town
of Heidelberg.
To register for the workshop and/or to contribute a presentation please
send an email with the following informations:
name, affiliation with e-mail adress, title of the talk, abstract,
to luise.blank@mathematik.uni-regensburg.de
The talks will be 30 minutes plus time for discussion.
Deadline for registration is February 20, 2005.
The participation fee of 50 Euro has to be paid at the worshop, and
includes the Thursday evening workshop dinner.
For more information in particular about the location and
accomodation see the workshop Homepage
http://www.mathematik.uni-regensburg.de/Mat8/Blank/Statest/
The workshop is organized by:
Luise Blank, http://www.mathematik.uni-regensburg.de/Mat8/Blank/ and
Moritz Diehl, http://www.iwr.uni-heidelberg.de/~Moritz.Diehl/
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From: Christopher Beattie <beattie@vt.edu>
Date: Wed, 2 Feb 2005 22:16:12 -0500
Subject: Faculty Positions at Virginia Tech
Faculty Positions in Computational Mathematics at Virginia Tech:
The College of Science at Virginia Tech has embarked on an ambitious
cluster hiring plan in the area of computational science in response to
the University initiative in this area (see
'http://www.cos.vt.edu/jobs'). As part of this initiative, the
Department of Mathematics at Virginia Tech invites applications for
junior and senior positions in supporting areas such as computational
algebra, cryptography, multiscale analysis, computational control and
optimization, numerical analysis and scientific computing.
Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a brief description of
research plans and a candidate statement online at jobs.vt.edu (only
online applications can be accepted) and arrange to have four letters
of support sent to: Computational Science Search Chair, Department of
Mathematics, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061. Applicants at the
senior level should submit five selected publications, a record of
funding and a description of their previous research activity.
Review of applications is ongoing and will continue until positions
are filled. Virginia Tech is an AA/EEO employer; applications from
members of underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.
Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the
application process should notify Ms. Melissa Simpkins
(msimpkin@vt.edu), (540) 231-4033, or call TTY 1-800-828-1120.
For more information on research computing at Virginia Tech, including
the Terascale Computing Facility, please go to
'http://computing.vt.eduresearch_computing/'
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From: Yves Lucet <ylucet@ouc.bc.ca>
Date: Mon, 31 Jan 2005 16:11:45 -0800
Subject: Faculty Position at the UBC, Okanagan
Several new positions have been published for the University of
British Columbia new Okanagan campus. The full list of positions is at
http://www.okanagan.ubc.ca/faculty_staff/prospective/recruitment/index.html
There are 3 positions in computer science. These positions are part of the
creation of the new campus, which results from the separation of the Okanagan
University College into two new institutions: UBC Okanagan and the new Okanagan
College. See the web page for more information and details on how to apply.
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From: Ian Coope <ian.coope@canterbury.ac.nz>
Date: Tue, 01 Feb 2005 15:43:33 +1300
Subject: Lectureship at University of Canterbury
Lecturer in Mathematics
The University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand
is advertising a lectureship in computational mathematics.
For details see: www.canterbury.ac.nz (click on vacancies).
Enquiries of an academic nature should be made to Associate
Professor David Wall: hod@math.canterbury.ac.nz
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From: Francoise Willien <Francoise.Willien@ifp.fr>
Date: Wed, 02 Feb 2005 11:20:35 +0100
Subject: Postdoctoral Position at Institut Francais du Petrole
Post-doctoral position at Institut Francais du Petrole
Applied Mathematics Departement
Basin modeling simulation
Applied Mathematics Departement is seeking highly
motivated researcher in computational mathematics to apply
for a postdoctoral research position near Paris, France.
The postdoctoral research will focus on improving the performance of the
non linear and linear solvers, for a simplified multiphase N-components
model that has been recently implemented in Basin modeling software
solution.
The candidate will be located at IFP in Rueil Malmaison, a pleasant suburb
10 miles from Paris Notre Dame. The salary will be of 1900 euros/month
(taxes excluded).
He will be part of a research team consisting of applied mathematic,
geology and supercomputing researchers. The duration is 12 months.
With a background and motivation for scientific computing (non-linear
and linear system, preconditionning techniques) applied to geosciences,
the candidate has a PhD in applied mathematics.
Good knowledge in C language, non-linear and linear system is required.
Parallel programmation with MPI paradigme is greatly welcome.
Interested candidates are encouraged to send an application with c.v.,
references, and a publication list to:\\
E-mail : francoise.willien@ifp.fr
Dr Françoise Willien
Institut Français du Pétrole,
92852 Rueil Malmaison cedex, FRANCE
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From: Michael Pernice <pernice@lanl.gov>
Date: Thu, 03 Feb 2005 08:47:28 -0700
Subject: Postdoctoral Position at Los Alamos National Lab
Postdoctoral Research Position at Los Alamos National Laboratory
Computer and Computational Sciences Division,
Modeling, Algorithms, and Informatics Group (CCS-3)
Theoretical Division, Plasma Theory Group (T-15)
The CCS-3 Solvers Team, in collaboration with the Plasma Theory Group,
invites highly motivated Ph.D. students in computational science to
apply for a postdoctoral research position in Los Alamos, NM. The CCS-3
Solvers Team specializes in efficient solution of nonlinear,
time-dependent problems using adaptive mesh refinement. Areas of
interest include multilevel methods, error estimation for finite volume
discretizations, and adaptive methods for magnetohydrodynamics.
Appointments have a duration of two years, with possibility of extension
to a third year.
Applicants must have or soon complete a Ph.D. (or equivalent experience)
in Mathematics, Computer Science, Computational Science, or a related
scientific discipline, with a strong emphasis in computation.
Applicants should have experience in numerical analysis, particularly
related to the numerical solution of partial differential equations in
general. Interest and experience in large-scale high-performance
computing, scientific software development, and a proven ability to work
in a collaborative research environment are highly desirable. Knowledge
of or willingness to learn multiple programming and scripting languages
(C++, C, Fortran 90, perl, python) is preferred.
Applications will be accepted through May 1, 2005, or until the position
is filled. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a statement of
research interests, and names of three references to
Michael Pernice
Computer and Computational Sciences Division
Los Alamos National Laboratory
P.O. Box 1663, MS B265
Los Alamos, NM 87545
or
pernice@lanl.gov
AND complete an online application for position #209655 at
http://www.lanl.gov/science/postdocs/.
Los Alamos National Laboratory is a multi-disciplinary, multi-program
research laboratory employing over 8,000 technical professionals
conducting basic and applied research with a primary mission to reduce
global nuclear danger. The laboratory is located at an elevation of
7200 feet in the beautiful mountains of northern New Mexico, where we
enjoy a temperate climate and easy access to a wide variety of
recreational and cultural opportunities.
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