From siddiqi at cim.mcgill.ca  Wed Jan  9 13:21:23 2013
From: siddiqi at cim.mcgill.ca (Kaleem Siddiqi)
Date: Wed, 9 Jan 2013 13:21:23 -0500
Subject: [BIC-announce] Course in Color Vision and Image Processing
References: <alpine.DEB.2.00.1301091040361.32243@sutton.cim.mcgill.ca>
Message-ID: <B0C835D2-46D5-4576-B0E3-5C239ACA1D92@cim.mcgill.ca>

Dear all,

Jim Clark is teaching a grad. course in color vision and image processing this term, which may be of interest to some of you.
The course outline is below. 

Best,
Kaleem
http://www.cim.mcgill.ca/~siddiqi

Begin forwarded message:

> From: "James J. Clark" <clark at cim.mcgill.ca>
> Date: January 9, 2013 10:41:25 AM EST
> To: Kaleem Siddiqi <siddiqi at cim.mcgill.ca>
> Subject: course syllabus (fwd)
> 
> 
> Hi Kaleem, here is the syllabus of the grad course I am teaching this term. The time is MW 11:30-1:00 in MDHAR G01.
> 
> Regards,
> Jim
> 

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From andrea at bic.mni.mcgill.ca  Thu Jan 10 11:45:32 2013
From: andrea at bic.mni.mcgill.ca (Andrea Bernasconi)
Date: Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:45:32 -0500
Subject: [BIC-announce] Positions-available-BIC
Message-ID: <CD145A5C.F7B1%andrea@bic.mni.mcgill.ca>

Please see below |Two positions available in the Neuroimaging of Epilepsy
Laboratory (NOEL) of the McConnell Brain Imaging Centre (BIC)

Neda Ladbon-Bernasconi, MD PhD
Andrea Bernasconi, MD
NOEL website: http://www.bic.mni.mcgill.ca/~noel/index.html



1)    Postdoctoral Fellow

We are looking for a Post-doctoral Fellow to join the Neuroimaging of
Epilepsy Laboratory (NOEL).
 
NOEL is part of the McConnell Brain Imaging center (BIC) of the Montreal
Neurological Institute and Hospital of McGill University (Montreal, Canada).
The BIC is an internationally recognized and multidisciplinary centre of
excellence in neuroimaging research that is at the hub of a large group of
investigators and trainees. We are part of the Epilepsy Group at the
Montreal Neurological Hospital, a tertiary center that evaluates
approximately 200 patients admitted each year for pre-surgical investigation
of drug-resistant seizures.
 
Our lab provides a unique environment fostering links between graduate
students and postdoctoral fellows in Neuroscience, Computer Science,
Engineering, and Neurology. This multidisciplinary research environment has
put NOEL in a unique position to generate a wide range of research
perspectives and to develop novel methods of investigation that can directly
impact the management and quality of care of patients with epilepsy
Our research combines structural and functional MRI with statistical
modeling to provide a comprehensive view of the biological basis of
epilepsy. Main research topics include automated lesion detection through
computational modeling and machine learning, subcortical and cortical brain
segmentation, analysis of brain networks based on graphtheoretical methods
and independent component analysis, and modeling of disease progression.
 
Starting date: Immediately or upon agreement.
Duration: Minimum 2 years
Job description: Development and application of new methodological
approaches in structural and functional imaging of epilepsy aimed at
improving disease understanding and developing image-based biomarkers.
Requirements: PhD degree in Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience or Computer
Science, Experience in MRI processing and analysis, Proven programming
experience, Strong publication record, Strong communication skills in
English (spoken and written), Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
Skills: C/C++, Matlab, MRI processing and analysis (e.g., MINC, FSL, AFNI),
computational modeling, software engineering, machine learning, advanced
statistics
Salary: Competitive, depending on qualifications and experience, Career
development, Opportunity to advance to a Research Associate position,
depending on performance
Required documents: Cover letter, Full CV (including transcripts and
publications), Two letters of reference (including one from the PhD
Supervisor), 
Closing date: March 1st, 2013
Send application to:
neda.ladbon-bernasconi at mcgill.ca
andrea.bernasconi at mcgill.ca
 
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2)    Graduate Student ? PhD level

We are looking for a Graduate Student to join the Neuroimaging of Epilepsy
Laboratory (NOEL)
 
NOEL is part of the McConnell Brain Imaging center (BIC) of the Montreal
Neurological Institute and Hospital of McGill University (Montreal, Canada).
The BIC is an internationally recognized and multidisciplinary centre of
excellence in neuroimaging research that is at the hub of a large group of
investigators and trainees. We are part of the Epilepsy Group at the
Montreal Neurological Hospital, a tertiary center that evaluates
approximately 200 patients admitted each year for pre-surgical investigation
of drug-resistant seizures Our lab provides a unique environment fostering
links between graduate students and postdoctoral fellows in Neuroscience,
Computer Science, Engineering, and Neurology. This multidisciplinary
research environment has put NOEL in a unique position to generate a wide
range of research perspectives and to develop novel methods of investigation
that can directly impact the management and quality of care of patients with
epilepsy.
 
Our research combines structural and functional MRI with statistical
modeling to provide a comprehensive view of the biological basis of
epilepsy. Main research topics include automated lesion detection through
computational modeling and machine learning, subcortical and cortical brain
segmentation, analysis of brain networks based on graph-theoretical methods
and independent component analysis, and modeling of disease progression.
 
Starting date: According to McGill academic 2013 calendar
http://www.mcgill.ca/ipn/
Requirements: Master?s degree in Neuroscience, Computer Science, or
Biomedical Engineering, Experience in image processing of the brain is an
asset, Good mathematical and statistical background, Strong communication
skills in English (spoken and written), Ability to work in a
multidisciplinary team
Skills: Experience with Unix/Linux operating systems, and scripting
languages, C/C++, Matlab, Knowledge in advanced statistics is an asset
Required documents: Cover letter, Full CV (including official transcripts
and publications), Two letters of reference (including one from the Master?s
Supervisor)
Send application to:
neda.ladbon-bernasconi at mcgill.ca
andrea.bernasconi at mcgill.ca
 

(Please do not reply to this e-mail)



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From jennifer.chew at mcgill.ca  Thu Jan 17 10:10:43 2013
From: jennifer.chew at mcgill.ca (Jennifer Chew, Ms.)
Date: Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:10:43 +0000
Subject: [BIC-announce] Advertisement - Two graduate student positions
Message-ID: <17E9FB1F37770C46891A5AD521DC19041BB3F85A@EXMBX2010-6.campus.MCGILL.CA>

Good morning everyone.  Please see attached advert for two graduate student positions.  Being sent on behalf of  Dr. Natasha Rajah.  Jennifer


--

Maria Natasha Rajah, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Dept of Psychiatry, McGill University
Director, Douglas Brain Imaging Centre, Douglas Institute
#2114, CIC Pavilion, Douglas Institute
6875 LaSalle Blvd Verdun, QC, H4H 1R3
PHONE: 514-761-6131 p.2836; FAX: 514-888-4487
http://www.douglas.qc.ca/researcher/maria-natasha-rajah

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From christophe.grova at mcgill.ca  Mon Jan 21 12:18:04 2013
From: christophe.grova at mcgill.ca (Christophe Grova)
Date: Mon, 21 Jan 2013 17:18:04 +0000
Subject: [BIC-announce] Seminar in Biomedical Engineering - Wednesday
 January 23rd - 1 pm - Room 333 - Potential candidate for recruitment in
 BE/BME dpts
In-Reply-To: <9082_1358787801_50FD74D9_9082_45_5_9E1647EDA3EBB44AADA162CEC4C4222E019A7FFE@EXMBX2010-6.campus.MCGILL.CA>
References: <9082_1358787801_50FD74D9_9082_45_5_9E1647EDA3EBB44AADA162CEC4C4222E019A7FFE@EXMBX2010-6.campus.MCGILL.CA>
Message-ID: <9E1647EDA3EBB44AADA162CEC4C4222E019A804A@EXMBX2010-6.campus.MCGILL.CA>


Dear all,

Our next Biomedical Engineering Dpt seminar  is this coming wednesday

Wednesday - January 23rd,  at 1 pm

Location: Room  333 Lyman Duff Building (Biomedical Engineering Dpt, 3775  University Street).

Speaker: Dr George Mitsis PhD,   Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of Cyprus

Dr Mitsis is a potential candidate for joint recruitment in BioEngineering / Biomedical Engineering Dpts,
so attendance from our staff members and their students is highly encouraged.

Title :  Data-driven modeling for dynamic biological / physiological systems

Abstract:

Data-driven mathematical modeling approaches are well-suited to biological /
physiological systems, which are characterized by inherent dynamic nonlinearities,
complex, closed-loop configurations that achieve homeostasis and time-varying
behavior. Such models may enhance our scientific knowledge regarding the underlying
biological mechanisms, lead to the development of sensitive biomarkers and provide
the necessary means for model-based therapeutic applications. In order to achieve
these objectives, several important modeling choices, such as model class and
complexity, should be considered carefully. Here, we discuss efficient computational
approaches that may be used to obtain impulse response and/or Volterra models of
(possibly time-varying) dynamic systems, which address some of the aforementioned
issues. Furthermore, we examine the relation between such data-driven
(nonparametric) models to other model classes, i.e. parametric models, in the case of
glucose metabolism. We also present the quantitative insights obtained by applying the
aforementioned approaches to cerebral hemodynamics and blood flow autoregulation
on a systemic and regional level, utilizing transcranial Doppler ultrasound and functional
MRI measurements respectively. Finally, we discuss the use of mathematical models in
computational oncology and their potential role in designing optimal therapies.


A list of upcoming seminars can be found at : http://www.mcgill.ca/bme/news/seminars

See you there


Christophe Grova


***************************
Christophe Grova, PhD
Assistant Professor
Biomedical Engineering Dpt
Neurology and Neurosurgery Dpt

Montreal Neurological Institute
Centre de Recherches Math?matiques

Biomedical Engineering Department - Room 304
McGill University
3775 University Street, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, H3A 2B4
email : christophe.grova at mcgill.ca
tel : (514) 398 2516
fax : (514) 398 7461

web:
http://www.mni.mcgill.ca/research/gotman/members/christophe.html
http://www.bmed.mcgill.ca/
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From jennifer.chew at mcgill.ca  Tue Jan 22 10:50:08 2013
From: jennifer.chew at mcgill.ca (Jennifer Chew, Ms.)
Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2013 15:50:08 +0000
Subject: [BIC-announce] FW: Scan time available Tuesday 1/22 4-5:30PM
In-Reply-To: <CAPKhXHZEz__dwNQtJF4g-WWdPpm22hUQ0k3HZUCpiBbQMs-S_Q@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAPKhXHZEz__dwNQtJF4g-WWdPpm22hUQ0k3HZUCpiBbQMs-S_Q@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <17E9FB1F37770C46891A5AD521DC19041BB411ED@EXMBX2010-6.campus.MCGILL.CA>

PLEASE REPLY TO JONATHAN AT HIS E-MAIL ADDRESS BELOW.  Jennifer

Hi everyone,

Due to a subject cancellation, there is a 1.5 hour slot on the 3T scanner next Tuesday, January 22 from 4-5:30PM.

Please email jonathan.berken at mail.mcgill.ca<mailto:jonathan.berken at mail.mcgill.ca> if you are interested in taking the slot!

Thanks!
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From jennifer.chew at mcgill.ca  Tue Jan 22 10:57:44 2013
From: jennifer.chew at mcgill.ca (Jennifer Chew, Ms.)
Date: Tue, 22 Jan 2013 15:57:44 +0000
Subject: [BIC-announce] =?iso-8859-1?q?FW=3A_PSY6032_-_Prochain_s=E9minair?=
	=?iso-8859-1?q?e_=2831_janvier_2013=29?=
In-Reply-To: <009501cdf81c$8361f460$8a25dd20$@belanger@criugm.qc.ca>
References: <009501cdf81c$8361f460$8a25dd20$@belanger@criugm.qc.ca>
Message-ID: <17E9FB1F37770C46891A5AD521DC19041BB41238@EXMBX2010-6.campus.MCGILL.CA>

For your information.  Jennifer

From: Francine B?langer [mailto:francine.belanger at criugm.qc.ca]
Sent: Monday, January 21, 2013 4:16 PM
To: 'Van Der Knaap Maria'; christiane.laurier at umontreal.ca; Jennifer Chew, Ms.
Subject: PSY6032 - Prochain s?minaire (31 janvier 2013)

Titre :                        IRM structurelle quantitative des l?sions ?pileptog?nes
Conf?rencier :            Andrea Bernasconi, MD
                                 Associate Professor of Neurology
                                 Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital
Date :                        Jeudi 31 janvier 2013
Heure :                      12h00
Lieu :                         Amphith??tre Le Groupe Maurice
                                 4545, chemin Queen-Mary, Montr?al



_______________________________________
Francine B?langer
Coordonnatrice administrative UNF / RNQ / RBIQ-QBIN
Centre de recherche, Institut universitaire de g?riatrie de Montr?al
4565, chemin Queen-Mary, Montr?al (Qu?bec) H3W 1W5
T?l.:      (514) 340-3540 # 4785
T?l?c.:  (514) 340-3530
Courriel: francine.belanger at criugm.qc.ca<mailto:francine.belanger at criugm.qc.ca>
Web UNF:  www.unf-montreal.ca<http://www.unf-montreal.ca>
Web RBIQ: www.rbiq-qbin.qc.ca<http://www.rbiq-qbin.qc.ca>

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From christophe.grova at mcgill.ca  Wed Jan 23 07:23:20 2013
From: christophe.grova at mcgill.ca (Christophe Grova)
Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2013 12:23:20 +0000
Subject: [BIC-announce] Seminar in Biomedical Engineering - Wednesday
 January 23rd - 1 pm - Room 333 - Potential candidate for recruitment in
 BE/BME dpts
Message-ID: <9E1647EDA3EBB44AADA162CEC4C4222E019AA956@EXMBX2010-6.campus.MCGILL.CA>



Dear all,

Our next Biomedical Engineering Dpt seminar  is TODAY

Wednesday - January 23rd,  at 1 pm

Location: Room  333 Lyman Duff Building (Biomedical Engineering Dpt, 3775  University Street).

Speaker: Dr George Mitsis PhD,   Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of Cyprus

Dr Mitsis is a potential candidate for joint recruitment in BioEngineering / Biomedical Engineering Dpts,
so attendance from our staff members and their students is highly encouraged.

Title :  Data-driven modeling for dynamic biological / physiological systems

Abstract:

Data-driven mathematical modeling approaches are well-suited to biological /
physiological systems, which are characterized by inherent dynamic nonlinearities,
complex, closed-loop configurations that achieve homeostasis and time-varying
behavior. Such models may enhance our scientific knowledge regarding the underlying
biological mechanisms, lead to the development of sensitive biomarkers and provide
the necessary means for model-based therapeutic applications. In order to achieve
these objectives, several important modeling choices, such as model class and
complexity, should be considered carefully. Here, we discuss efficient computational
approaches that may be used to obtain impulse response and/or Volterra models of
(possibly time-varying) dynamic systems, which address some of the aforementioned
issues. Furthermore, we examine the relation between such data-driven
(nonparametric) models to other model classes, i.e. parametric models, in the case of
glucose metabolism. We also present the quantitative insights obtained by applying the
aforementioned approaches to cerebral hemodynamics and blood flow autoregulation
on a systemic and regional level, utilizing transcranial Doppler ultrasound and functional
MRI measurements respectively. Finally, we discuss the use of mathematical models in
computational oncology and their potential role in designing optimal therapies.


A list of upcoming seminars can be found at : http://www.mcgill.ca/bme/news/seminars

See you there


Christophe Grova


***************************
Christophe Grova, PhD
Assistant Professor
Biomedical Engineering Dpt
Neurology and Neurosurgery Dpt

Montreal Neurological Institute
Centre de Recherches Math?matiques

Biomedical Engineering Department - Room 304
McGill University
3775 University Street, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, H3A 2B4
email : christophe.grova at mcgill.ca
tel : (514) 398 2516
fax : (514) 398 7461

web:
http://www.mni.mcgill.ca/research/gotman/members/christophe.html
http://www.bmed.mcgill.ca/
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From jennifer.chew at mcgill.ca  Thu Jan 24 10:59:35 2013
From: jennifer.chew at mcgill.ca (Jennifer Chew, Ms.)
Date: Thu, 24 Jan 2013 15:59:35 +0000
Subject: [BIC-announce] FW: Rescheduled: Killam Lecture by Geoffrey Hinton,
	Feb. 22
In-Reply-To: <10626_1358969613_51003B0D_10626_105_1_AF3068FC45A86F4695008A00EE01FECB1BB72706@EXMBX2010-6.campus.MCGILL.CA>
References: <10626_1358969613_51003B0D_10626_105_1_AF3068FC45A86F4695008A00EE01FECB1BB72706@EXMBX2010-6.campus.MCGILL.CA>
Message-ID: <17E9FB1F37770C46891A5AD521DC19041BB41522@EXMBX2010-6.campus.MCGILL.CA>



From: neuro [mailto:NEURO at LISTS.MCGILL.CA] On Behalf Of Enza Ferracane, Ms.
Sent: Wednesday, January 23, 2013 2:33 PM
To: NEURO at LISTS.MCGILL.CA
Subject: [NEURO] Rescheduled: Killam Lecture by Geoffrey Hinton, Feb. 22

Click here<http://www.mcgill.ca/research/hinton-RSVP> to register.




"Brains, Sex and Machine Learning" by Prof. Geoffrey Hinton
Killam Prize Lecture in Engineering
Friday, February 22, 2013
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Redpath Hall
McGill University
3461 rue McTavish
(Enter via the McTavish Gates)

RSVP: www.mcgill.ca/research/hinton-RSVP<http://www.mcgill.ca/research/hinton-RSVP>
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From louis.collins at mcgill.ca  Fri Jan 25 16:08:41 2013
From: louis.collins at mcgill.ca (D. Louis Collins)
Date: Fri, 25 Jan 2013 16:08:41 -0500
Subject: [BIC-announce] Fwd: PET/MR reconstruction - Phd/post-doc position
References: <6626F71D1EE57F45BCDBEE7D0A3D207A666F87B3@rghexmbx004>
Message-ID: <DAA69F0C-C525-45CA-AFE2-90B6EB887285@mcgill.ca>

Hi all,

Please see the announcement below for a Phd/post-doc positioning Copenhagen.

-Louis



Begin forwarded message:

> From: Flemming Andersen <Flemming.Andersen at regionh.dk>
> Subject: PET/MR reconstruction
> Date: 25 January, 2013 5:17:53 AM EST
> To: "louis.collins at mcgill.ca" <louis.collins at mcgill.ca>
> 
> Hi Louis,
>  
> It has been quite some time since I spend half a year at the MNI together with Anders Rodell during the dreadful ice storm of '98 :) - I am now working at the PET unit in Copenhagen where we recently acquired a PET/MR scanner. We are presently setting up a project in PET reconstruction using MR based priors and are looking for applicable candidates for a Ph.D or post.doc position.
>  
> If you have anybody in mind for such a position, please forward them the attached job offering.
>  
> Best regrads,
> Flemming
>  
> Flemming Littrup Andersen, Ph.D
> Dataflow and Image Modeling
> Rigshospitalet Copenhagen, Dep. PET-3982
> Phone: +45 3545-8143, Mobile: +45 2615-7368
> 
> 
> 
> Denne e-mail indeholder fortrolig information. Hvis du ikke er den rette modtager af denne e-mail eller hvis du modtager den ved en fejltagelse, beder vi dig venligst informere afsender om fejlen ved at bruge svarfunktionen. Samtidig bedes du slette e-mailen med det samme uden at videresende eller kopiere den.

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From sylvain at bic.mni.mcgill.ca  Sat Jan 26 15:11:11 2013
From: sylvain at bic.mni.mcgill.ca (Sylvain Milot)
Date: Sat, 26 Jan 2013 15:11:11 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [BIC-announce] Volunteers needed for MNI open house (fwd)
Message-ID: <Pine.LNX.4.64.1301261510300.24003@nestor.bic.mni.mcgill.ca>


---------- Forwarded message ----------
Date: Sat, 26 Jan 2013 14:24:28 -0500
From: The BAW committee / Le comit? de la Semaine cerveau en t?te
     <bawvolunteers at gmail.com>
To: undisclosed-recipients:  ;
Subject: Volunteers needed for MNI open house

Could you please forward the following email to the students of your
department and put us in Cc?

thank you for your help

Martine
volunteer recruitment committee
Brain Awareness Montr?al 2013
Find us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Brain-Awareness-MontrealCerveau-en-t%C3%AAte-Montr%C3%A9al/344968178868359>!
Twitter <https://twitter.com/BAMontreal>!
LinkedIn<http://www.linkedin.com/company/2441323?trk=tyah>
!

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

*Volunteers needed for MNI open house!!*



Brain Awareness Montreal is proud to participate again to the Montr?al
Neurological Institute open house. With the participation of many
volunteers, more than 145 students visit the MNI and participate to
interactive workshops about the mysteries of the brain



This year again we are looking for volunteers to help us doing tours and
demonstrations. If you like working with kids and would like to help, *contact
us before March 1st.  *


bawvolunteers at gmail.com

Find us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Brain-Awareness-MontrealCerveau-en-t%C3%AAte-Montr%C3%A9al/344968178868359>!
Twitter <https://twitter.com/BAMontreal>!
LinkedIn<http://www.linkedin.com/company/2441323?trk=tyah>
!



*B?n?voles recherch?s pour la journ?e portes ouvertes de INM!!*



Cerveau en t?te Montr?al est fier de participer, encore cette ann?e, ? la
journ?e portes ouvertes de l?institut neurologique de Montr?al. Avec la
participation de b?n?voles, plus de 145 ?l?ves visitent l?INM et
participent ? des ateliers sur les myst?res du cerveau.



Nous sommes ? la recherche de b?n?voles pour nous aider durant les visit?s
guid?es et les ateliers. Si vous  aimez travailler avec les enfants et que
vous voudriez nous aider, *contactez-nous avant le 1er mars*.


bawvolunteers @gmail.com

Trouvez nous Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Brain-Awareness-MontrealCerveau-en-t%C3%AAte-Montr%C3%A9al/344968178868359>!
Twitter <https://twitter.com/BAMontreal>!
LinkedIn<http://www.linkedin.com/company/2441323?trk=tyah>
!

From vincent.gracco at mcgill.ca  Mon Jan 28 10:15:44 2013
From: vincent.gracco at mcgill.ca (Vincent Gracco, Dr.)
Date: Mon, 28 Jan 2013 15:15:44 +0000
Subject: [BIC-announce] CRBLM Seminar on Thursday
Message-ID: <F25FC239C5D21A43BF99368CAF3F4A8004786B90@EXMBX2010-7.campus.MCGILL.CA>

You are cordially invited to the next CRBLM Seminar:  Vous ?tes cordialement invit?s au prochaine conf?rence CRBLM :

01/31/2013 at 3:30pm - Le jeudi 31 janvier 2013, ? 15:30h.
Room 101 Rabinovitch House, McGill University
3640 rue de la Montagne, Montreal, QC (enter main door via north-side driveway)


Long term dysfunction in mild TBI: the case of concussed athletes
Hugo Th??ret, Ph.D. (D?partement de psychologie, Universit? de Montr?al)

Abstract:
In this talk, Dr. Th??ret will present data showing that sports concussions can lead to long-term impairments in brain plasticity. Neurophysiological, neuroanatomical and neuropsychological data will be presented.
Bio:
Dr. Th??ret?s research program focuses on motor cortex neurophysiology. He studies the effects of traumatic brain injury on the integrity of inhibitory and excitatory intracortical circuits. He also aims to better understand the motor mechanisms associated with the observation of movements performed by others. The techniques used in his laboratory include transcranial magnetic stimulation, electroencephalography and magnetic resonance imaging.

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From jennifer.chew at mcgill.ca  Wed Jan 30 10:35:26 2013
From: jennifer.chew at mcgill.ca (Jennifer Chew, Ms.)
Date: Wed, 30 Jan 2013 15:35:26 +0000
Subject: [BIC-announce] FW: MUHC Grand Rounds Feb. 15:  Dr. R. Duman,
 Yale School of Medicine
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For your information.  Jennifer

From: neuro [mailto:NEURO at LISTS.MCGILL.CA] On Behalf Of Enza Ferracane, Ms.
Sent: Friday, January 25, 2013 3:00 PM
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Subject: [NEURO] MUHC Grand Rounds Feb. 15: Dr. R. Duman, Yale School of Medicine

MUHC Psychiatry Grand Rounds RI-MUHC Mental Illness and Addiction Axis
Special Guest Speaker

Ronald Duman Ph.D.
Professor of Psychiatry and Neurobiology, Department of Psychiatry, Yale School of Medicine

Neurobiology of Stress, Depression, and Antidepressants: Remodeling Synaptic Connections

February 15th, 2013
11:00 ? 12:30
South Seminar Room
P1.082
Allan Memorial Institute
1025 Pine Avenue West



Neurobiology of stress, depression, and antidepressants: remodeling synaptic connections
Molecular and cellular studies have demonstrated opposing actions of stress and antidepressants on the expression of neurotrophic factors that result in structural alterations, including regulation of neurogenesis, dendrite length and spine density in hippocampus and prefrontal cortex (PFC). The deleterious effects of stress could contribute to the reduced volume of these brain regions in depressed patients. Conversely, the actions of antidepressant treatment could be mediated in part by blocking or reversing the atrophy caused by stress and depression. Recent studies have identified a novel, rapid-acting antidepressant, ketamine that addresses the limitations of currently available agents (i.e. delayed onset of action and low response rates). We have found that ketamine, an NMDA receptor antagonist, causes a rapid induction of synaptogenesis and spine formation in the PFC via stimulation of mTOR signaling and increased synthesis of synaptic proteins. These effects of ketamine rapidly reverse the atrophy of PFC neurons caused by chronic stress and correspond to rapid behavioral responses in models of depression. Characterization of a novel signaling pathway also identifies new targets for the development of rapid and efficacious antidepressants without the side effects of ketamine.
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From vincent.gracco at mcgill.ca  Thu Jan 31 10:29:27 2013
From: vincent.gracco at mcgill.ca (Vincent Gracco, Dr.)
Date: Thu, 31 Jan 2013 15:29:27 +0000
Subject: [BIC-announce] Reminder--talk today
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01/31/2013 at 3:30pm - Le jeudi 31 janvier 2013, ? 15:30h.
Room 101 Rabinovitch House, McGill University
3640 rue de la Montagne, Montreal, QC (enter main door via north-side driveway)


Long term dysfunction in mild TBI: the case of concussed athletes
Hugo Th??ret, Ph.D. (D?partement de psychologie, Universit? de Montr?al)

Abstract:
In this talk, Dr. Th??ret will present data showing that sports concussions can lead to long-term impairments in brain plasticity. Neurophysiological, neuroanatomical and neuropsychological data will be presented.
Bio:
Dr. Th??ret?s research program focuses on motor cortex neurophysiology. He studies the effects of traumatic brain injury on the integrity of inhibitory and excitatory intracortical circuits. He also aims to better understand the motor mechanisms associated with the observation of movements performed by others. The techniques used in his laboratory include transcranial magnetic stimulation, electroencephalography and magnetic resonance imaging.

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