From taatgen at cmu.edu Thu Dec 2 14:59:28 2004 From: taatgen at cmu.edu (Niels Taatgen) Date: Thu, 2 Dec 2004 14:59:28 -0500 Subject: [ACT-R-users] New version of Set Message-ID: For everyone who loves a good game of Set against ACT-R: I have made a new version in which the ACT-R model adapts itself to your level of play. The model basically has two parameters, one that controls it speed, and one that controls its level of expertise (i.e., how well does it do on hard sets). These parameters are adjusted to match your level. The program is available at http://www.ai.rug.nl/~niels/set-app/index.html and runs on Macs only. If you have a Mac though, you need nothing else: it is a stand-alone application. Niels =================================================== Niels Taatgen - Carnegie Mellon University, Psychology, BH 345E Also (but not now): University of Groningen, Artificial Intelligence web: http://www.ai.rug.nl/~niels email: taatgen at cmu.edu Telephone: +1 412-268-2815 =================================================== From mike.fotta at dnamerican.com Tue Dec 7 10:21:16 2004 From: mike.fotta at dnamerican.com (Mike Fotta) Date: Tue, 7 Dec 2004 10:21:16 -0500 Subject: [ACT-R-users] Human Error Architecture Job Listing Message-ID: I orginially posted this in September but the funding was delayed until next month - January 2005. Systems Engineer for Human Error Modeling for Error Tolerant Systems (HEMETS) Small Business Innovative Research project HEMETS The interaction of humans with computers in environments which are increasingly information rich and demand fast decision time yields errors when human capabilities and limitations are not designed into a system. These "human errors" can lead to serious and even deadly consequences, such as friendly-fire incidents during combat. If knowledge of the cause of human errors resulting from a particular design were available to the system designers before implementing a system, then the design could be modified or an alternative design chosen to reduce or remove these errors, or at least enable recovery from the errors. One method to provide such knowledge is the development of software which can both simulate human performance given a system design and predict the errors likely to occur from this design. In order to develop such a tool, D.N. American is undertaking the development of a computational Human Error Modeling tool for Error Tolerant Systems (HEMETS). This is an extension of previous work in which we successfully designed the Human Error Modeling Architecture (HEMA) which provides the core component of HEMETS. HEMA is built upon ACT-R and, utilizing an analysis of research in human errors, established a cognitive architecture for human error modeling. HEMETS will utilize HEMA to assess a wide variety of designs. There are a number of challenges to develop a functional HEMETS. Some of these are: 1. Extending ACT-R to incorporate the error modeling aspects needed to implement HEMA. 2. Developing an easily-used, reusable method to interface HEMETS to system simulations. 3. Tracking the activities of HEMA to determine the cause(s) of error resulting from a system design. 4. Developing an automated output which communicates the likely operator errors resulting from a system design and offers recommendations to improving the design. This work is funded under an Office of Naval Research (ONR) Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) grant. Candidate Capabilities 1. Experience with LISP programming: either a minimum of 1 year on the job experience or graduate school experience which used LISP programming, preferably in modeling some aspect of human cognition or behavior. 2. B.S. Computer Science with experience, or M.S. /PhD. Computer or Cognitive Science. 3. Experience with ACT-R cognitive architecture; experience with other cognitive architectures will be considered. 4. Self-starter, independent worker capable of creative approaches. 5. Good communication skills, especially technical writing. Job Duties: 1. Develop detailed design of Human Error Modeling Architecture (HEMA) and HEMETS components. 2. Implement HEMA as extensions and additions to ACT-R. 3. Design human studies to validate HEMETS error predictions. 4. Work with consultant and PI to insure HEMA integrates with interface to system simulations. 5. Design an automated subsystem which both explains error cause due to a proposed system design and offers recommendations to eliminate or reduce those errors. 6. Develop technical papers and presentations for customer (ONR) and cognitive modeling community. This position gives an individual the opportunity to do post-doctoral type work with the pay and benefits of a thriving small company. Application Applicants should email a resume to mike.fotta at dnamerican.com D.N. American is a small but growing business with working relationships to major corporations, government agencies, and academic and research institutions. D.N. American offers competitive salaries, vacations, educational support and full benefits (medical, dental and life insurance, 401 K plan with company matching). For further information visit http://dnamerican.com Michael E. Fotta, Ph.D. Principal Investigator D.N. American (304) - 363 - 6757 mike.fotta at dnamerican.com From mit2005 at vreme.yubc.net Mon Dec 6 22:02:40 2004 From: mit2005 at vreme.yubc.net (IPSI-2005 MIT and Belgrade) Date: Tue, 7 Dec 2004 04:02:40 +0100 Subject: [ACT-R-users] Invitation to MIT and Belgrade 2005, c/ba Message-ID: <200412070302.iB732eN0028132@vreme.yubc.net> Dear potential Speaker: On behalf of the organizing committee, I would like to extend a cordial invitation for you to attend one or both of the upcoming IPSI BgD multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and transdisciplinary conferences. The first one will be in Belgrade, Serbia and Montenegro: IPSI-2005 BELGRADE University of Belgrade (arrival: 2 June 05 / departure: 5 June 05) Deadlines: 1 March 05 (abstract) & 15 April 05 (full paper) The second one will be in Massachusetts, USA : IPSI-2005 USA Hotel at MIT, Cambridge (arrival: 7 July 05 / departure: 10 July 05) Deadlines: 20 February 05 (abstract) / 20 March 05 (full paper) All IPSI BgD conferences are non-profit. They bring together the elite of the world of science; so far, we have had seven Nobel Laureates speaking at the opening ceremonies. The conferences always take place in some of the most attractive places of the world. All those who come to IPSI conferences once, always love to come back (because of the unique professional quality and the extremely creative atmosphere); lists of past participants are on the web, as well as details of future conferences. These conferences are in line with the newest recommendations of the US National Science Foundation and of the EU research sponsoring agencies, to stress multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and transdisciplinary research (M.I.T. research). The speakers and activities at the conferences truly support this type of scientific interaction. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to: * Internet * Computer Science and Engineering * Mobile Communications/Computing for Science and Business * Management and Business Administration * Education * e-Medicine * e-Oriented Bio Engineering/Science and Molecular Engineering/Science * Environmental Protection * e-Economy * e-Law * Technology Based Art and Art to Inspire Technology Developments * Internet Psychology If you would like more information on either conference, please reply to this e-mail message. If you plan to submit an abstract and paper, please let us know immediately for planning purposes. Sincerely Yours, Prof. V. Milutinovic, Chairman IPSI BgD Conferences * * * CONTROLLING OUR E-MAILS TO YOU * * * If you would like to continue to be informed about future IPSI BgD conferences, please reply to this e-mail message with a subject line of SUBSCRIBE. If you would like to be removed from our mailing list, please reply to this e-mail message with a subject line of REMOVE. From salvucci at cs.drexel.edu Wed Dec 8 10:07:50 2004 From: salvucci at cs.drexel.edu (Dario Salvucci) Date: Wed, 8 Dec 2004 10:07:50 -0500 Subject: [ACT-R-users] Postdoc and graduate student openings Message-ID: Our research group (http://hcil.cs.drexel.edu) has openings for a post-doc and a PhD student starting in spring or fall 2005. The post-doc position focuses on computational cognitive modeling in complex dynamic tasks. This particular funded project (NSF ITR) focuses on the domains of driving and driver distraction; however, we are generally interested in modeling of any complex domains that involve integration and coordination of multiple perceptual-motor tasks. Interested PhD students can soon apply to our Computer Science PhD program (approval expected shortly, approximately 8-10 students already enrolled pending approval). Our research group, which now includes a number of students (1 PhD, 3 MS, 2-4 undergrad) and continues to grow, integrates theoretical research of how people think and behave with practical applications to real-world complex tasks such as driving and games. Drexel University is located in the heart of Philadelphia, the fifth-largest city in the U.S. and home to a wide variety of culture, entertainment, and nightlife. Our research group is part of Drexel's Department of Computer Science, a small but lively department with active associations with Drexel's College of Media Arts & Design and College of Information Science & Technology. Please email Dario Salvucci (salvucci @ cs.drexel.edu) and/or Frank Lee (fjl @ cs.drexel.edu) for more information about either of these opportunities. Thanks. Dario & Frank _____________________________________ Dario Salvucci, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Department of Computer Science Drexel University http://www.cs.drexel.edu/~salvucci/ From ppolson at psych.colorado.edu Thu Dec 9 15:46:36 2004 From: ppolson at psych.colorado.edu (Peter Polson) Date: Thu, 9 Dec 2004 13:46:36 -0700 Subject: [ACT-R-users] Faculty Position, Institute of Cognitive Science, Uni. of Colorado, Boulder Message-ID: <6ADE27A1-4A23-11D9-BE18-000A2789C8AE@psych.colorado.edu> Cognitive Psychologist, tenure track position The Institute of Cognitive Science at the University of Colorado invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in cognitive psychology at the assistant professor level, with a starting date of Fall 2005. In exceptional cases, appointment at the early associate level will be considered.? This position is available in the Institute, which is a multidisciplinary unit with representation from the departments of Computer Science; Psychology; Education; Philosophy; Linguistics; Architecture & Planning; and Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences. We seek applicants with a strong record of research in an area that integrates cognitive processes including but not limited to judgment and decision-making, discourse processes, developmental processes, and/or psycholinguistics with cognitive science.? Candidates taking a developmental, neuroscience, computational, or experimental approach are all welcome. We will give strongest consideration to applicants whose work demonstrates an ability and commitment to do interdisciplinary research.? Duties include graduate and undergraduate teaching, research, research supervision, and service. Applicants should send curriculum vitae, copies of representative publications, a teaching statement, a research summary, and letter from three referees to: Dr. Donna Caccamise Associate Director Institute of Cognitive Science 344UCB University of Colorado Boulder, CO 80309 For fullest consideration, please apply by January 5, 2005.? Applications will continue to be accepted after this date until the position is filled. Email inquiries may be sent to donnac at psych.colorado.edu. The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: text/enriched Size: 1807 bytes Desc: not available URL: From taatgen at cmu.edu Tue Dec 14 16:55:09 2004 From: taatgen at cmu.edu (Niels Taatgen) Date: Tue, 14 Dec 2004 16:55:09 -0500 Subject: [ACT-R-users] ACT-R Summer school 2005 announcement Message-ID: TWELFTH ANNUAL ACT-R SUMMER SCHOOL Carnegie Mellon University June 13-18 2005 ACT-R is a cognitive theory and simulation system for developing cognitive models for tasks that vary from simple reaction time to air traffic control. The most recent advances of the ACT-R theory were detailed in the book "The Atomic Components of Thought" by John R. Anderson and Christian Lebiere, published in 1998 by Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, and in a paper available online (http://act-r.psy.cmu.edu/papers/403/IntegratedTheory.pdf). Each year, a summer school is held to train researchers in the use of the ACT-R system. The summer school is followed by a workshop, but this year there will be a 1 month separation between the two events. Summer school will be June 13-18 in Pittsburgh and the workshop will be July 15-17 in Trieste, Italy. The Twelfth Annual ACT-R Summer School will be held at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh from Monday June 13 to Saturday June 18, 2005. This intensive 6-day course is designed to train researchers in the use of ACT-R for cognitive modeling. It is structured as a set of six units, with each unit lasting a day and involving a morning theory lecture, a web-based tutorial, an afternoon discussion session and a homework assignment which participants are expected to complete during the day and evening. Computing facilities will be provided. To provide an optimal learning environment, admission is limited to a dozen participants, who must submit by April 1 an application consisting of a curriculum vitae and a statement of purpose. Demonstrated experience with a modeling formalism similar to ACT-R will strengthen the application. Applicants will be notified of admission by April 15, with early notification upon request. Admission to the summer school is free. More information, including papers published by the ACT-R community, can be found on the ACT-R web site (http://act-r.psy.cmu.edu/). A registration form is appended below. Additional information (detailed schedule, etc.) will appear on the ACT-R Web site when available or can be requested at: 2005 ACT-R Summer School Psychology Department Attn: Niels Taatgen Baker Hall 345E Fax: +1 (412) 268-2844 Carnegie Mellon University Tel: +1 (412) 268-2815 Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3890 Email: taatgen at cmu.edu ________________________________________________________________________ ____ Twelfth Annual ACT-R Summer School and Workshop June 13 to 18, 2005 at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh REGISTRATION ============ Name: .................................................................. Address: .................................................................. .................................................................. .................................................................. Tel/Fax: .................................................................. Email: .................................................................. Applications are due APRIL 1. Acceptance will be notified by APRIL 15. Applicants MUST include a curriculum vitae and a short statement of purpose. Demonstration of experience with a modeling formalism similar to ACT-R, such as a completed model, should also be included in the application. HOUSING ======= Housing is available in Resnick House, a CMU dormitory that offers suite-style accommodations. Rooms include air-conditioning, a semi-private bathroom and a common living room for suite-mates. Last year's rates were $43.80/night/person for single rooms and $21.90/night/person for double rooms. Housing reservations will be taken after acceptance to the summer school. Do not send money. See http://www.housing.cmu.edu for further housing information. To reserve a room in Resnick House, fill in the dates and select one of the three room options: I will stay from ................ to ................ 1. ... I want a single room 2. ... I want a double room and I will room with ................ 3. ... I want a double room. Please select a roommate of ....... gender ROOM PAYMENT IS DUE UPON CHECK-IN. DO NOT SEND MONEY. The recommended hotel is the Wyndham Garden Hotel, located within easy walking distance of CMU. Contact the Wyndham directly at +1 (877) 662 6242. Send this form to (regular mail or email): 2005 ACT-R Summer School Psychology Department Niels Taatgen Baker Hall 345E Fax: +1 (412) 268-2844 Carnegie Mellon University Tel: +1 (412) 268-2815 Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3890 Email: taatgen at cmu.edu =================================================== Niels Taatgen - Carnegie Mellon University, Psychology, BH 345E Also (but not now): University of Groningen, Artificial Intelligence web: http://www.ai.rug.nl/~niels email: taatgen at cmu.edu Telephone: +1 412-268-2815 ===================================================