Apologies to those living outside Scotland, but you are invited to our annual John Damien lecture, this year given by Professor Vicki Bruce on 'Face Fallacies':
In this lecture I will describe popular misconceptions about memory for faces, and the identification of face images in passport or CCTV images, and consider their implications in legal and security settings. I will describe how research by psychologists, much of it conducted in Stirling and other universities in Scotland, has helped improve the systems used to question witnesses and guide the courts. Nevertheless, miscarriages of justice based upon misidentification remain a cause for concern.
The event will take place on Thursday 01 October 2015 in the Logie Lecture Theatre at the University of Stirling, at 6:30 pm.
The lecture will be accompanied by a workshop on the same day, 1st October -if you are interested in attending please get in touch with me.
Peter Hancock
Professor,
Deputy Head of Psychology,
School of Natural Sciences
University of Stirling
FK9 4LA, UK
phone 01786 467675
fax 01786 467641
http://www.psychology.stir.ac.uk/staff/staff-profiles/academic-staff/peter-…
Psychology at Stirling: 100% 4* Impact, REF2014
Hi All,
We are hoping to find a source of face photographs with natural gaze deviations (i.e. where the models moved their eyes rather than having irises photoshopped). We need direct gaze and deviations from subtly averted (e.g., 2 degrees from direct) to obviously averted (e.g., 6 degrees from direct). We need both East Asian (preferably Chinese) and Caucasian faces ideally from the same database but we are open to getting them from different databases.
Not asking for much are we ;-) If anybody knows of any databases that we can access we would love to hear from you.
Thanks,
Kate
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ARC Centre of Excellence in Cognition and its Disorders
School of Psychology (M304), University of Western Australia, Crawley, WA 6009, Australia.
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*Postdoctoral position in object and face recognition*
A postdoctoral research position is open at the Objects and Knowledge
Laboratory, headed by Dr. Olivia Cheung, at New York University Abu Dhabi.
This position is based in the New York University campus, in Manhattan, New
York. The postdoctoral researcher will carry out fMRI experiments on human
object, face, and letter recognition. Potential research projects include,
but are not limited to, investigations of the influences of experience and
conceptual knowledge on recognition processes.
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, or a
related field, and should possess strong programming skills (e.g., Matlab).
Prior experience with neuroimaging and psychophysical techniques is
required. Initial appointment is for up to two years. Review of the
applications will start immediately and continue until the position is
filled.
The Objects and Knowledge Laboratory is part of the rapidly growing
Psychology division at New York University Abu Dhabi. For this position,
the postdoctoral researcher will work in New York, and will have access to
neuroimaging facilitates (including MRI) at the Center for Brain Imaging,
New York University.
New York University has established itself as a Global Network University,
a multi-site, organically connected network encompassing key global cities
and idea capitals. The network has three foundational degree-granting
campuses: New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai, complimented by a network of
eleven research and study-away sites across five continents. Faculty and
students will circulate within this global network in pursuit of common
research interests and the promotion of cross-cultural and
interdisciplinary solutions for problems both local and global.
Interested individuals should email a curriculum vita, the expected date of
availability, and contact information of two referees to Olivia Cheung (
olivia.cheung(a)nyu.edu). Informal inquires regarding the position are
encouraged.
Applications are welcomed for a postdoctoral research position at the Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences (MPI-CBS) in Leipzig, Germany. The objective of the postdoctoral research project is to use neurostimulation (TMS, tDCS) and neuroimaging to understand the role of sensory and motor cortices in multisensory and foreign language learning (see e.g., Mayer KM et al., 2015 Current Biology).
The MPI-CBS is an internationally leading centre for cognitive and imaging neuroscience equipped with a 7.0 T MRI scanner, several 3.0 T MRI scanners, a 306 channels MEG system, TMS and tDCS laboratories, several EEG suites, and eye-tracking labs. All facilities and data analyses are supported by experienced IT specialists and physicists. Besides an excellent infrastructure, our institute offers an international and friendly environment with researchers from diverse backgrounds. The postdoc will be member of the group "Neural Mechanisms of Human Communication" led by Katharina von Kriegstein.
The candidates must have a PhD (or equivalent) in neuroscience, experimental psychology, biology, or a related field, and should be able to demonstrate a consistently outstanding academic record, including publications. The ideal candidate will have expertise in neurostimulation techniques such as transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) and/or transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Additional prior experience with MEG/EEG or functional MRI is desirable.
The starting date for this position is flexible. Initially for two years, the position offers the possibility of extension for up to three years. Salary depends on experience and is based on regulations of the Max Planck Society.
To apply, please include all documents in one PDF-file in the following order: CV, contact information of two referees, a brief statement describing your personal qualifications and future research interests, copies of up to three of your publications. Applications with the subject heading "FL15PD" should be sent via email to: personal(a)cbs.mpg.de. Closing date for applications is the 27th September 2015.
Informal enquiries regarding the post should be directed to: Prof. Dr. Katharina von Kriegstein (kriegstein(a)cbs.mpg.de). For more information about the group see: http://www.cbs.mpg.de/groups/misc/humcomm.
The MPI-CBS is an equal opportunities employer, committed to the advancement of individuals without regard to ethnicity, religion, gender, or disability.
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Katharina von Kriegstein
Max Planck Research Group Leader
Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences
Stephanstr. 1A, 04103 Leipzig, Germany
Professor of Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience
Humboldt University of Berlin
Rudower Chaussee 18, 12489 Berlin, Germany
Phone +49 (0) 341-9940-2476
Fax +49 (0) 341-9940-2448
http://www.cbs.mpg.de/groups/misc/humcomm
* We apologize if you receive multiple copies of this announcement.
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Two Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Center for Cybernics Research, University of Tsukuba, Japan
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Applications are invited for two Postdoctoral Research Fellow positions
at the Artificial Intelligence Laboratory at the University of Tsukuba,
within the JST CREST-funded project "Social Imaging.”
http://www.social-imaging.org/crest/english/
Closing Date: 30 September 2015
Online Application:
https://jrecin.jst.go.jp/seek/SeekJorDetail?fn=3&ln=1&id=D115080795&ln_jor=1
Exploring new technologies for supporting the development of
children with special needs, in particular, autism spectrum disorders.
We aim to establish social imaging technology for measuring and
modeling social interaction among people. In this study, by applying
wearable and mixed reality technologies, we will create an environment
where we can support and facilitate creative activities and social
interaction among children with autism spectrum disorders and other
developmental disorders. We also conduct a feasibility study of
children's development support, in collaboration with a non-profit
organization and schools for children with special needs.
This is an exciting opportunity for conducting an interdisciplinary research
between engineering, developmental psychology and medicine.
The successful candidate will be required to work in one of the following
disciplines. However, the candidate must also be adept at working within
a team and the wider community.
(1) Social Imaging Technology: Develop a software platform by collecting
and analyzing group dynamics from video, sensor and behavioral data
(2) Development of Wearable Devices: Sensing social and communicative
behaviors among people such as touching, reaching, and facial expression
by using wearable devices
(3) Mixed Reality Technology: Computer vision, augmented reality, mixed
reality and human-computer interaction
The applicant should have demonstrated your research competence
based on engineering approach in one (or more) of the following areas:
social interaction, wearable device, biosignal processing, mixed reality,
and human sensing. Preferred experiences include but not limited to
developmental study or education for children with special needs and/or
autism spectrum disorders. In particular, applicants with the experience
on the facial expression recognition and analysis are encouraged to apply.
Number of positions: 2 (Full Time)
Starting date: October, 2015 (negotiable, later starts are also possible)
Employment status: The post is a three year fixed-term contract, can
be extended to a maximum of one more year based on the evaluation.
Qualifications:
- To apply you must hold a PhD degree in the areas of Engineering,
Computer Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent qualifications.
- High self-motivation and critical thinking skills.
Closing date: September 30th, 2015
* Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Informal enquiries about the post can be made to Dr Kenji Suzuki (email:
kenji(a)ieee.org). For further information or to apply online please visit
our website at
http://www.ai.iit.tsukuba.ac.jp/crest/recruit2015.html
Applicants are requested to apply online via JREC-IN or by email, and
submit the required documents. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Contact:
Kenji Suzuki, Ph.D
Associate Professor, Center for Cybernics Research,
University of Tsukuba
email: kenji(a)ieee.org
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Kenji Suzuki kenji(a)ieee.org
University of Tsukuba, Japan
http://www.iit.tsukuba.ac.jp/~kenji/
We are seeking to recruit two Research Assistant(s)/Research Associate(s) to work in the Centre for Social Interactions within the Research Institute of Neuroscience & Psychology at the University of Glasgow.
The post-holder will contribute to a 5 year, ERC-funded project on "How do humans recognise kin?" working with Dr Lisa DeBruine (as well as Prof Ben Jones). The researchers selected for these posts will design, conduct and analyse research to investigate the factors that influence kin-directed social and sexual behaviour. The researchers will also write and communicate results as scientific papers and in scientific presentations at national and international conferences. The project is multidisciplinary, involving theory and techniques from psychology, evolutionary biology, experimental economics, and computer graphics.
Applicants should have (or expect to receive in the near future) a PhD in psychology, biology, biological anthropology, neuroscience, computer science or another relevant discipline, with a strong analytical background. Applicants will have experience with at least one of the following techniques: facial electromyography (EMG), genetic analysis (MHC), 3D face imaging, experimental social psychology, online data collection, or behavioural economics. Experience with Bayesian or cue integration modelling would be an advantage. Any applicant should have a clear, demonstrable capacity for acquiring expertise in these techniques.
The post is available from the 1st October 2015 and has funding for up to 5 years. Applications close on 13 September 2015.
Salary: Grade 6, £27,057-£30,434 / Grade 7, £33,242 – £37,394 per annum
Informal enquires may be made to Dr Lisa DeBruine (Lisa.DeBruine(a)glasgow.ac.uk<mailto:Lisa.DeBruine@glasgow.ac.uk>)
For more information and to apply online please visit www.glasgow.ac.uk/jobs<http://www.glasgow.ac.uk/jobs> (Reference: 011138) or http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/ALU663/research-assistant-associate/
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Dr Lisa M DeBruine
Institute of Neuroscience and Psychology
University of Glasgow
58 Hillhead Street
G12 8QB
lisa.debruine(a)glasgow.ac.uk<mailto:lisa.debruine@glasgow.ac.uk>
http://facelab.org
0141 330 5351
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Postdoctoral and PhD positions in the field of facial recognition
The 'recognition and categorization group' in the department of 'Human Perception, Cognition and Action' of the Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics in Tübingen, Germany invites applications for a Postdoc (2 years) or a PhD position (3 years) in the field of human face recognition. We are looking for suitable candidates with interest and knowledge in psychophysical methods, so as in fMRI, EEG, eye tracking or computational modeling. Good programming skills (Matlab) are of advantage. Applicants for these positions should have ideally a background in psychology, cognitive sciences or a related field. Payment is according to the guidelines of the Max Planck Society.
Our institute is located in the Max Planck campus in Tübingen and provides an excellent multidisciplinary, interactive and collaborative research environment combining expertise in neurophysiology (Prof. Nikos Logothetis), psychophysics, virtual reality and robotics (Prof. Heinrich Bülthoff), and MRI methodology (Prof. Klaus Scheffler).
The position can be filled immediately or later and is funded for a period of 3 years for PhD students according to German Public service regulations, and 2 years for postdoc. The Max Planck Society is committed to Equal Opportunities.
Applications should include a letter of motivation, a curriculum vitae, Master certificates (including a list of classes taken during Bachelor and Master studies), letters of references and a short summary of past research experience. All information or questions regarding the position should be submitted electronically to both addresses below:
Mintao.Zhao(a)tuebingen.mpg.de<mailto:Mintao.Zhao@tuebingen.mpg.de>
Isabelle.Buelthoff(a)tuebingen.mpg.de<mailto:Isabelle.Buelthoff@tuebingen.mpg.de>
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Dr. Isabelle Bülthoff
Project Leader
Recognition and Categorization Group
Max-Planck-Institut für biologische Kybernetik
Spemannstr. 38
D-72076 Tübingen
Tel: +49 (7071) 601 611
Email: isabelle.buelthoff(a)tuebingen.mpg.de
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This is the template my lab uses to address some problems with the standard template in the nose, ears and neck.
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Dr Lisa M DeBruine
Institute of Neuroscience and Psychology
University of Glasgow
58 Hillhead Street
G12 8QB
lisa.debruine(a)glasgow.ac.uk
http://facelab.org
0141 330 5351
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> I have been using psychomorph to average 3 faces at a time.
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> The images are really impressive, however the neck is a bit problematic. I've attached an image as an example (left side of face just under the jawline). I was wondering if you had any advice to how I could rectify this?
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> I was also wondering if it was possible to add more delineation points to an image?
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Hi there,
I have been using psychomorph to average 3 faces at a time.
The images are really impressive, however the neck is a bit problematic. I've attached an image as an example (left side of face just under the jawline). I was wondering if you had any advice to how I could rectify this?
I was also wondering if it was possible to add more delineation points to an image?
Best wishes
Emma
Dr. Emma Mullings | Neuroscience and Psychiatry Unit, University of Manchester, G700, Stopford Building, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PT | 0161 275 7432 | 07970 103411 | emma.mullings(a)manchester.ac.uk<mailto:emma.mullings@manchester.ac.uk>
Visit our website to find out more about the PERS study http://www.inflammation-repair.manchester.ac.uk/PERS
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Dear Colleagues
Please see below for an Research Assistant position that we are currently advertising at the University of Manchester. Please circulate to your department, or anyone you think might be interested.
See http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/ALR798/mhs-06883-research-assistant/
Closing date : 22/08/2015
Reference : M&HS-06883
Faculty / Organisational unit : Medical & Human Sciences
School / Directorate : School of Psychological Sciences
Employment type : Fixed Term
Duration : Until 31 August 2017
Location : Oxford Road, Manchester
Salary : £25,513 to £27,057 per annum
Hours per week : Full time
Applications are invited for a 24 month full-time Research Assistant to support a Leverhulme Trust grant ‘investigating the role of movement in the recognition of facial composites’, awarded to Dr Karen Lander, Dr Charlie Frowd and Professor Tim Cootes. In this project we build on existing bodies of research regarding moving faces and composite creation, and investigate the role of motion in the recognition of identity from composites. In a criminal investigation, facial composites are images constructed by witnesses and victims of people they have seen to commit crime. This project will aid the theoretical understanding of the moving face advantage and investigate the interaction, and the relative importance, of static and dynamic information available from the face. Research on this issue may also aid the development of useful composite
Your role will be to be set up, run and analyse the experiments involved in the project. You will have a degree in psychology, neuroscience or a related discipline, with a strong interest in studying experimental psychology and, more specifically, face perception and recognition. Experience in scientific research and running experiments, particularly with human volunteers, is important. Good communication and team working skills are essential and familiarity with experimental presentation, statistical software packages (e.g. SPSS) and composite creation systems (e.g. Evo-FIT, PRO-fit) would be useful. Ideally you will also have experience of image manipulation and creation techniques, including running command line tools to manipulate data.
Closing date is 22nd August 2015
Many thanks
Karen Lander
Senior Lecturer
University of Manchester