NBCF Nonlinear Analysis Summer Workshop 2009
August 3 - August 7, 2009

welcome.

This workshop is an introduction to nonlinear analysis methods. The purpose of this workshop is to introduce research scientists, clinicians, educators, and students to a variety of nonlinear methods for the analysis of biological time series data. Participants will learn how to use nonlinear methods to analyze real biological data by first learning about the underlying mathematical theory of each nonlinear method. Instructors will use class discussions and hands-on practice to facilitate understanding of the material covered in the lectures. Participants with varied backgrounds are welcome.

 

objective.

At the completion of the course, participants should be able to:
1) Understand the basic concepts in nonlinear dynamics and chaos.
2) Describe what each nonlinear method measures.
3) Understand the basic mathematical algorithm behind each nonlinear method.
4) Understand parameter selection for each nonlinear analysis method.
5) Understand how to apply different nonlinear methods to biological time series data.
6) Know which nonlinear methods are used to analyze biological time series data.
7) Understand the uses and applications of nonlinear analysis.
8) Understand limitations of nonlinear methods.
9) Apply nonlinear analysis in professional settings.

prerequisites of the course.

College algebra, basic trigonometry, basic statistics and basic computer skills.  This course is designed to be a comprehensive introduction to nonlinear analysis tools.  Researchers, clinicians, and students of all levels are encouraged to attend. 

 

instructors.

Nick Stergiou, PhD
Jessie Huisinga, MS
Max Kurz, PhD
Mukul Mukherjee, PhD
Ka-Chun Siu, PhD
Other members at NBCF will give guest lectures on clinical applications.

location/date.

This workshop will take place in the HPER building at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, Omaha NE, USA
from August 3 to August 7, 2009.

contents and organization.

Day 1: Introduction to Dynamical Systems – This day is a basic introduction to many important concepts that will be referenced during the remainder of the week.  Depending on the background of the participant, some of the Day 1 material may be review but it is necessary for progression through the rest of the course content.

• Basic concepts in nonlinear dynamics and chaos

Day 2-5: Nonlinear Methods

• Introduction to time series
• Reconstruction of the state space
• Different Nonlinear Methods
  • Lyapunov Exponent Correlation Dimension
  • Capacity Dimension
  • Fractal Analysis Topics
    • Hurst Exponent
    • DFA
  • Entropy
    • Shannon’s Entropy
    • Approximate Entropy
    • Sample Entropy
    • Symbolic Entropy
  • Surrogate methods
    • Theiler’s Algorithms
    • Pseudoperiodic Surrogate Method
    • Small Shuffle Surrogate Method

lecture notes.

Lecture notes will be distributed during the course. The notes will be covered in detail during each lecture. Participants are encouraged to supply data from their own laboratory to use during the hands on sessions.  However, sample data from the NBCF will also be provided in order to practice using the nonlinear tools.

textbook.

Readings will not be assigned during the course.  Prior to arrival in Omaha, workshop participants may be sent research articles of interest which may help facilitate discussion of course topics. To supplement the lecture notes, workshop participants may benefit from reading Stergiou N, Buzzi UH, Kurz MJ, Heidel J. Nonlinear Tools in Human Movement. In: Stergiou N, ed., Innovative Analyses of Human Movement. Champaign: Human Kinetics, Champaign, 2004. 

accommodation.

On-campus
Scott Village (MAP) is available upon request. Under Nebraska state laws the use or possession of alcohol is prohibited on University property. Housing for Workshop participants is $125 per suite per night to include sheets, pillow, blanket and towels. Each suite has 4 private bedrooms. Please contact Dr. Joseph Siu to reserve on-campus housing by June 15th, 2009.For more information about what the rooms are like, please go to the website.

Outside campus
Below is a list of nearby hotel accommodations:

1) Residence Inn Omaha (MAP)
6990 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE 68132 USA
1- (402) 553-8898
$99 per night. (0.5 miles)
More details will be announced soon.

2) Courtyard Marriott – Aksarben Village (Website)
1625 S 67th Street
Omaha, Nebraska 68106 USA
1 - (402) 951-4300
$139 per night. (1.4 miles)

For either hotel: Each individual guest must make their own reservations by calling the hotel and identify themselves as members of the Nonlinear Analysis Workshop. All reservations must be guaranteed and accompanied by a first night room deposit or guaranteed with a major credit card.

Social Events.

Tentative schedule:
1) Complimentary Lunch on UNO Campus
2) NBCF Lab visit (Monday)
3) Downtown, Omaha (Wednesday)
4) BBQ Party (Thursday)
5) Pizza Party (Friday)

further information.

• For course information:

Dr. Nick Stergiou
Phone: 1- (402) - 554-3247
Fax: 1- (402) - 554-3693
Email: nstergiou@mail.unomaha.edu

• For general information:
  (On-campus housing reservation)

Dr. Joseph Siu
Phone: 1- (402) - 554-3075
Fax: 1 - (402) - 554-3693
Email: ksiu@mail.unomaha.edu

• For other off campus lodging recommendations, please go to HERE and look under Lodging.

• NBCF:

WWW: http://nbcf.unomaha.edu
Email: UNOnbcf@unomaha.edu

fee/registration.

The course opens to all UNO graduate students. Please use e-bruno and register for HPER-8000-402 SPEC STDS: NONLINEAR ANALYSIS.

For participants outside UNO, the course fee* is $950. (Same as last year!!) Payment must be made online via our website (see below) through Paypal. Participants will receive an invoice after registration is accepted. Participants need to register with permission after July 1st, 2009.

*The course fee is NOT refundable.

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