An announcement for PhD student positions
27 maja 2021Project Manager – dr hab. Sebastian Kmiecik, Head of Laboratory of Computational Biology at Biological and Chemical Research Centre, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Warsaw is looking for candidates to work on the scientific project: „Development of tools for the rational design of peptide therapeutics” financed by the National Science Centre OPUS program for PhD student (2 positions). Deadline for applications: 20 June 2021. For more info see >> pdf
An announcement for PhD student position
26 maja 2021Project Manager – Dorota Latek, DSc PhD (Head of Modeling of Cellular Processes Laboratory, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Warsaw) is looking for candidates to work in a research project: „Self-learning systems in the design of compounds modulating GPCR receptors activation”, OPUS 20 – National Science Centre. Deadline for applications: 30 June 2021. For more info see >> pdf
An announcement for student position
Project Manager – Dorota Latek, DSc PhD (Head of Modeling of Cellular Processes Laboratory, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Warsaw) is looking for candidates to work in a research project: „Self-learning systems in the design of compounds modulating GPCR receptors activation”, OPUS 20 – National Science Centre. Deadline for applications: 30 June 2021. For more info see >> pdf
Seminar CeNT 28.05.2021
24 maja 2021The Centre of New Technologies invites to a webinar by
Prof. Michael Feig,
Michigan State University, USA
Title: Can machines learn all of the rules of physics, chemistry, and biology?
Date: 28th May 2021 (Friday)
Time: 14:00 pm (Central European Summer Time)
Host: prof. Joanna Trylska,
Virtual seminar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81220964820
Meeting ID: 812 2096 4820
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Abstract:
Artificial intelligence is making many inroads in traditional areas of science. Initial efforts were complementary to traditional approaches towards interpreting and predicting data, but most recent successes are surpassing what theory and empirical methods can deliver, especially in areas where there is extensive high-quality data for machines to learn from. A striking example is the field of protein structure prediction where machine learning has led to tremendous advances solving a problem long faced with tremendous challenges. To illustrate what machine learning can deliver, recent predictions from the latest round of CASP are analyzed in depth via more conventional physics-based simulations that were initially meant to refine imperfect models by adding physical insights. The conclusion appears to be that machines learned not just all of the physics and chemistry of protein structures but even part of the biological context that modulate specific aspects. The broader implications for what may be possible in the future are profound and will be discussed based on additional examples.
Student Cookbook
19 maja 2021The Volunteer Centre of the University of Warsaw together with the UW student community has prepared a real treat not only for cooking enthusiasts, but also for those who want to spend as little time in the kitchen as possible. Polish-English culinary publication “Student Cookbook” is a collection of several dozen favourite recipes of the University of Warsaw students. In the ebook you will find ideas for a snack, something sweet, really quick dishes and many more, in vegan, vegetarian and meat versions. Choose your favourite recipe – it’s gonna be yummy!
Link to the publication: https://wolontariat.uw.edu.pl/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/COOKBOOK.pdf
The Student Cookbook is available free of charge.
VC UW encourages you to share the publication, test recipes and post photos of prepared dishes on social media using the following tags and hashtags:
- Instagram: @ucw_uw
- Facebook: @UCWUW
- #przepisnikstudenckiuw #studentcookbookuw #uniwersyteckiecentrumwolontariatu #vcuw
Sharing the publication with the University of Warsaw community is not the end of the project. The Volunteer Centre of UW is planning further attractions related with cooking so it’s worth following the VC UW social media to keep up to date with current activities.
PS A bonus awaits you at the end of the publication!
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About the project:
The idea for the project „Student Cookbook” appeared in the spring of 2020, during the pandemic. In these unusual circumstances, cooking was one of the ways to break away from reality. From November students of the University of Warsaw could send their favourite recipes, adding anecdotes and interesting stories related to their preparation. Participants were also invited to an online culinary workshop, during which they learned how to prepare simple and healthy meals and had a good time together. The culinary publication „Student Cookbook” is the result of the project.
More information about the „Student Cookbook” project: https://wolontariat.uw.edu.pl/przepisnik/
Online workshop for 4EU+ doctoral candidates and academics
18 maja 2021
Heidelberg University offers an online self-study course on research-based learning. The self-paced workshop is open to doctoral candidates and academics of 4EU+ member universities, including the University of Warsaw. On 21st May and 4th June, the Digital Open Hour will be held.
This workshop is devoted to academic teachers of all disciplines as well as instructional designers and educational developers. It is a self-paced course that takes about three hours and includes theoretical input phases as well as practical tasks. A section on “Didactical Basics” aiming at refreshing knowledge on learning in higher education is also part of the course.
The course is organised in MS Teams Heidelberg. It will provide doctoral candidates and academics with introductory videos, material and worksheets.
The course participants will be able to:
- Reflect different definitions of research-based learning and describe their understanding of this didactic principle,
- Locate their university’s approach to RBL in the context of Healey and Jenkins’ definition of research-based learning,
- Explicitly describe the research cycle for their discipline,
- Identify student activities that are part of the research cycle,
- Plan measures to further enhance RBL at their university.
To take part in the course, one needs to send their MS Teams email address to the following addresses:
· anne.schindel(at)zuv.uni-heidelberg.de,
· eggensperger(at)uni-heidelberg.de.
Digital Open Hour
The Digital Open Hour, where participants will be discussing didactic methods, will take place on 21st May and 4th June at 1 p.m.
Source: www.en.uw.edu.pl
Webinar prof. Wladek Minor 19.05.2021
We have pleasure invite to the webinar, title: „Rapid response to emerging biomedical challenges and threats” presented by prof. Wladek Minor – Wednesday, May 19th, 2021 3:15 PM – details below and attached PDF:
Biological Physics and Bioinformatics Seminar, Faculty of Physics UW
https://www.fuw.edu.pl/event-reader/event8233.html
Wladek Minor, Harrison Distinguished Professor (Department of Molecular Physiology and Biological Physics, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA)
Rapid response to emerging biomedical challenges and threats
Wednesday, May 19th 2021 15:15
Hosts:
Marek Cieplak (IFPAN)
Bogdan Lesyng (UW)
Piotr Zielenkiewicz (IBB)
All are invited!
Seminar CeNT 21.05.2021
17 maja 2021The Centre of New Technologies invites to a webinar by
prof. Marta Wiśniewska,
Centre of New Technologies, University of Warsaw
Title: One (autism-associated) gene and its many functions in the development of a neural circuit architecture and function
Date: 21st May 2021 (Friday)
Time: 12:00 pm (Central European Summer Time)
Host: prof. Joanna Trylska
Virtual seminar: ttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87447574061
Meeting ID: 874 4757 4061
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Abstract:
The brain consists of interconnected neural loops whose developmental impairments can cause mental disorders. The structural and functional development of the brain circuitry is a multistep and multifaceted process that takes weeks in mice and years in humans. Transcription regulation of brain maturation, especially early life development, is poorly understood in vertebrates. In this seminar, I will discuss our recent work on mechanisms that control axonogenesis and terminal differentiation of neurons in the thalamocortical circuit. I will show that the TCF7L2 transcription factor in the thalamus maintains regional transcriptional network during morphological differentiation, and induce terminal maturation of neurons postnatally. These data corroborate the existence of master regulators in the vertebrate brain which play a role similar to that of terminal selectors in the invertebrate nervous system. I will also show that a postnatal knockout of the Tcf7l2 gene has electrophysiological and behavioural consequences in adult mice. Because TCF7L2 has been repeatedly associated with psychiatric conditions and thalamocortical dysconnectivity are commonly identified endophenotypes in psychiatric research, I will also discuss implications of our findings for understanding the aetiology of mental disorders and state questions of future research.
An announcement for Postdoc position
14 maja 2021Position of adjunct (a group of science positions) in the project entitled „New materials for next generation Li-ion batteries” financed by IDUB project within the action I.3.4. „Creation of three research teams that will initiate development of scientific networks conducting studies in the area of civilization diseases, emerging pollutants and circular economy” – „The circular economy – energy storage” is open for application. Project leader: Dr. Dominika Buchberger. Deadline for applications: 13 June 2021. For more info see >> pdf
An announcement for Postdoc position
Position of adjunct (a group of science positions) in the project entitled „New materials for next generation Li-ion batteries” financed by IDUB project within the action I.3.4. „Creation of three research teams that will initiate development of scientific networks conducting studies in the area of civilization diseases, emerging pollutants and circular economy” – „The circular economy – energy storage” is open for application. Project leader: Dr. Dominika Buchberger. Deadline for applications: 13 June 2021. For more info see >> pdf