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RECALL -- International Summer School on Risk Measurement and Control 2018
by Roy Cerqueti 07 May '18

07 May '18

Dear all, this is a second notice to inform you that the 12th Edition of the International Summer School on Risk Measurement and Control will take place in Rome on 4-9 June, 2018. Four macrothemes will be explored: * Green Economics and Finance <http://www.risksummerschool.eu/node/208> * The Fin Tech challenge <http://www.risksummerschool.eu/node/212> * Monetary Policy in a low inflation environment <http://www.risksummerschool.eu/node/214> * Banking, Financial and Insurance Regulation <http://www.risksummerschool.eu/node/213> More information can be find on the <http://www.risksummerschool.eu/> website. The outstandig level of the lecturers and the relevance of the treated subjects let this well-established school be of wide interest for both academicians and practitioners. With my warmest regards Roy Cerqueti (Organizing Committee) -- ___________________________________________ *Il tuo 5 diventa 1000* Fai crescere la tua università Dona il 5 per mille alla Sapienza Codice fiscale: *80209930587* https://www.uniroma1.it/it/pagina/fai-crescere-la-tua-universita-con-il-cin… <https://www.uniroma1.it/it/pagina/fai-crescere-la-tua-universita-con-il-cin…>

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RTD-A in probabilità a Pisa
by Marco Romito 04 May '18

04 May '18

Scrivo per annunciare il bando per una posizione RTD-A nel settore MAT/06 presso il Dipartimento di Matematica dell'Università di Pisa, con scadenza il 4 giugno 2018. Il bando è disponibile alla pagina https://alboufficiale.unipi.it/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Bando_RTD_A_PICA-… ------------------- dear all I would like to announce a junior researcher position (RTD-A) in Probability at University of Pisa. The official call (in italian) can be found at https://alboufficiale.unipi.it/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Bando_RTD_A_PICA-… The position is a fixed-term contract of employment for three years, possibly renewable for a further two years. The deadline is June 4, 2018. m.

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Lecturer (assistant professor) position in Mathematical Finance at Imperial College London
by Brigo, Damiano 04 May '18

04 May '18

Dear All, I would like to announce that there is a lecturer (assistant professor) position in the Mathematical Finance group at Imperial College London: http://www.imperial.ac.uk/jobs/description/NAT00155/lecturer-mathematical-f… Best wishes, Damiano ----------------------- Prof. Damiano Brigo Chair of Mathematical Finance, co-Head of the MF Research Group and member of the Stochastic Analysis Group Department of Mathematics, Imperial College London, damiano.brigo(a)imperial.ac.uk http://www.imperial.ac.uk/people/damiano.brigo

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BAYSM 2018 announcement: early bird deadline closing on 7st May 2018
by Raffaele Argiento 03 May '18

03 May '18

The Early Bird registration deadline for BAYSM 2018 is the 7th of May 2018. Register now (https://warwick.ac.uk/baysm) to receive the discounted registration cost for this exciting event. As part of the registration process you can also book your accommodation in en-suite rooms on campus at Conference Park. BAYSM2018 is the 4rd edition of the Bayesian Young Statisticians Meeting and will take place at University of Warwick, Coventry, UK (2-3 July 2018), as a satellite to the ISBA 2018 world meeting. BAYSM is dedicated to Ph.D. Students, M.S. Students, Post-Docs, Young and Junior Researchers working in the field of Bayesian statistics, providing an opportunity to connect with the Bayesian community at large. Senior discussants will be present at each session, providing participants with advise and comments to their work. Recognised figures of the Bayesian community will also participate as keynote speakers, making an altogether exciting program. The event will be hosted by the Department of Statistics of the University of Warwick (https://warwick.ac.uk/statistics/) It will include social events, providing the opportunity to get to know other junior Bayesians. Keynote speakers: Kerrie Mengersen (Queensland University of Technology) Igor Prünster (Bocconi University) Judith Rousseau (University of Oxford) Stephen Senn (University of Glasgow) Yee Whye Teh (University of Oxford) Discussants: Deborah Ashby (Imperial College) Bärbel Finkenstädt Rand (University of Warwick) Jim Griffin (University of Kent) Michele Guindani (University of California, Irvine) Amy Herring (Duke University) Jim Smith (University of Warwick) Mark Steel (University of Warwick) Sebastian Vollmer (University of Warwick) While the meeting is organized for and by junior Bayesians, attendance is open to anyone who may be interested. For more information, please visit the conference website: https://warwick.ac.uk/baysm On behalf of the BAYSM2018 organizing committee (https://warwick.ac.uk/baysm/organiserssponsors/) -- Dr. Raffaele Argiento University of Torino and Collegio Carlo Alberto www.raffaeleargiento.it

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Call for tenure-track at the University of Oslo
by Giulia Di Nunno 03 May '18

03 May '18

Dear Colleagues, The Department of Mathematics of the University of Oslo (Section for Stochastic analysis, finance, insurance and risk) is announcing a tenure-track position in insurance mathematics and probability theory. The call is now open. Deadline for application is May 20th, 2018. Please, bring this to the attention of interested people and help us to spread the ad: https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/151890/tenure-track-position… Best regards, Giulia Di Nunno

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Seminari SOYER e POLSON al CNR IMATI - Milano - 3 Maggio
by antonio.pievatolo＠cnr.it 02 May '18

02 May '18

Ricordo i seguenti seminari che si svolgeranno presso CNR IMATI, via Alfonso Corti 12, Milano, Aula A Giovedì 3 maggio 2018, ore 15:00 - 16:30 [notare il cambio di aula; gentilmente scrivere a simona(a)mi.imati.cnr.it se si intende partecipare] 1) Refik Soyer, School of Business, George Washington University ore 15:00-15:45 BAYESIAN MODELING OF NON GAUSSIAN MULTIVARIATE TIME SERIES Abstract: Modeling of multivariate non Gaussian time series of correlated observations is considered. In so doing, we focus on time series from multivariate counts and durations. Dependence among series arises as a result of sharing a common dynamic environment. We discuss characteristics of the resulting multivariate time series models and develop Bayesian inference for them using particle filtering and Markov chain Monte Carlo methods. We illustrate application of the proposed approach using conditionally multivariate Poisson and gamma time series. Joint work with Tevfik Aktekin, University of New Hampshire and Nicholas Polson, University of Chicago 2) Nicholas Polson, Booth School of Business, University of Chicago ore 15:45-16:30 DEEP LEARNING: A BAYESIAN PERSPECTIVE Deep learning is a form of machine learning for nonlinear high dimensional pattern matching and prediction. By taking a Bayesian probabilistic perspective, we provide a number of insights into more efficient algorithms for optimisation and hyper-parameter tuning. Traditional high-dimensional data reduction techniques, such as principal component analysis (PCA), partial least squares (PLS), reduced rank regression (RRR), projection pursuit regression (PPR) are all shown to be shallow learners. Their deep learning counterparts exploit multiple deep layers of data reduction which provide predictive performance gains. Stochastic gradient descent (SGD) training optimisation and Dropout (DO) regularization provide estimation and variable selection. Bayesian regularization is central to finding weights and connections in networks to optimize the predictive bias-variance trade-off. To illustrate our methodology, we provide an analysis of international bookings on Airbnb. Finally, we conclude with directions for future research. Joint work with Vladimir Sokolov, Sistems Engineering and Operations Research, George Mason University -- Dr Antonio Pievatolo IMATI-CNR http://www.imati.cnr.it/joomla/index.php/people?layout=edit&id=101

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seminario Marco Patacca in Bicocca
by fabio bellini 02 May '18

02 May '18

Il giorno venerdì 11 maggio alle ore 14.30 presso la Aula Seminari 4026 del DISMEQ al IV piano dell'edificio U7, il dott. Marco Patacca della Università di Perugia terrà un seminario su "Bitcoin prices and market attention" Abstract In this work we measure market attention by applying several filters on time series for the trading volume or the SVI Google searches index. We analyze relative impact of these measures either on the mean or on the variance of Bitcoin returns by fitting non linear econometric models to historical data from January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2017; two non-overlapping subsamples are also considered. Outcomes confirm our conjecture that market attention has an impact on Bitcoin returns. Specifically, trading volume related measures affect both the mean and the conditional variance of Bitcoin returns while internet searches volume mainly affects the conditional variance of returns. Motivated by these evidences we propose a continuous time model for Bitcoin price, we obtain an approximate formula for the likelihood and we fit the model to historical data (joint work with Gianna Figà-Talamanca). Tutti gli interessati sono invitati a partecipare. -- Prof. Fabio Bellini Department of Statistics and Quantitative Methods University of Milano-Bicocca Via Bicocca degli Arcimboldi 8, 20126 Milano 0039-2-64483119 http://scholar.google.it/citations?user=P61L8P4AAAAJ&hl=it

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PhD position in Bern
by fabio bellini 02 May '18

02 May '18

A message from Johanna Ziegel and Riccardo Gatto: UNIVERSITY OF BERN (INSTITUTE OF MATHEMATICAL STATISTICS AND ACTUARIAL SCIENCE) PhD POSITION in STATISTICS Funding is available for a PhD student (3 years) to work on a project in one of the following areas: Statistical forecasting including elicitability and related topics, stochastic simulation, large deviations and related computational techniques. The student will be supervised by Prof. Johanna Ziegel or Prof. Riccardo Gatto depending on the choice of topic. The prospective PhD student should have a solid background in mathematics, mathematical statistics and/or probability theory. The salary will be at the level foreseen by the SNF for PhD students, see http://www.snf.ch/SiteCollectionDocuments/allg_doktorierende_d.pdf. There might be a possibility to complement the salary by taking up teaching and statistical consulting duties. The starting date is 1 September 2018 or by mutual agreement. Applications (cover letter, CV, and transcripts from the studies) giving the name and address (postal and e-mail) of an academic referee should be e-mailed as a single file to Prof. Johanna Ziegel johanna.ziegel(a)stat.unibe.ch and Prof. Riccardo Gatto riccardo.gatto(a)stat.unibe.ch All applications received before 10 June 2018 will be considered. Later applications will be considered until the position is filled. Informal e-mail enquiries are welcome. http://www.imsv.unibe.ch

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Three Days in Quantum Mechanics, Genoa, June 6-8
by Alberto Barchielli 01 May '18

01 May '18

Dear Collegues, We are pleased to announce the workshop "Three Days in Quantum Mechanics", which will take place on June 6-8, 2018 in Genoa - Italy. The workshop will be focused on the the mathematical aspects of Quantum Information and Quantum Incompatibility, with a particular reference to - quantum tomography; - quantum uncertainty relations and information-disturbance tradeoff; - quantum entanglement; - open quantum systems. The purpose of the workshop is to take stock of most recent significant advances and insights on the above topics, and enable the participants to jointly explore future directions and forge new collaborations. You can find some more information and an updated list of speakers at the following link: https://www.ge.infn.it/~toigo/ Looking forward to seeing you in Genoa! With best regards, The Organizing Committee Claudio Carmeli, Paolo Solinas, Alessandro Toigo, Bassano Vacchini, Nino Zanghi'. -- Prof. Alberto Barchielli Politecnico di Milano, Dipartimento di Matematica, Piazza Leonardo da Vinci 32, I-20133 Milano, Italy tel +39 0223994559 fax +39 0223994513 http://www.mate.polimi.it/qp/ http://www.springer.com/978-3-642-01297-6

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Call for Expression of Interest - Politecnico di Torino
by TRIVELLATO BARBARA 29 Apr '18

29 Apr '18

The Department of Mathematical Sciences of the Politecnico di Torino (DISMA) opens a call for expression of interest for a tenured Associate Professor position in the field of discrete or computational mathematics. The position is supported by a research grant obtained by DISMA as Dipartimento di Eccellenza 2018-2022. Full details and contacts can be found at http://www.polito.it/disma-excellence/EoIAssociateProfessor.html Saluti, Barbara Trivellato Dipartimento di Scienze Matematiche Politecnico di Torino Corso Duca degli Abruzzi, 24 10129 Torino, ITALY Tel: +39 011 564 7550 Fax: +39 011 564 7599 barbara.trivellato(a)polito.it

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