“Mechanistic Aspects of the Creation of Theta Rhythmic Activity in the Hippocampus: A Modeling Study” is the topic of a lecture by Horacio Rotstein, PhD of the department of mathematical sciences at NJIT, on Nov. 14 at 4 p.m., Cullimore Hall Rm. 611. >>

Horacio Rotstein, PhD, an assistant professor in the department of mathematical sciences at NJIT, will discuss "Canard Induced Mixed-Mode Oscillations in a Medial Entorhinal Cortex Layer II Stellate Cell Model: Work in Progress" on Oct. 10 at 4 p.m., Cullimore Hall Rm. 611. >>

Once again, the NJIT Technology and Society Forum will present speakers whose ideas excite and challenge. The first lecture, “Creative Thinking and Problem Solving, An Essential Skill for the New Millennium,” is set for Sept. 27, 3-4:30 p.m. in the NJIT Campus Center Ballroom. Gerard J. Puccio, PhD, the department chair and professor of the International Center for Studies in Creativity at Buffalo State, SUNY, will explore the nature of creativity and how people may enhance their potential for thinking. >>