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Rehabilitation Robotics
The goal of this project is to design a novel clinical-driven robotic device based on the advanced technology of Force Dimension haptic devices, that allows high functional training, such as training of activities of daily living with rich rendered virtual dynamics.
The Motor Learning and Neurorehabilitation laboratory is an interdisciplinary group that gathers the knowledge and expertise of mechanical and biomedical engineers, computer scientists, neuroscientists and psychologists. Our research focuses on human-machine interfaces and biological learning, and, specifically, on the use of robotic assistance to aid people in learning motor tasks and rehabilitate after neurologic injuries.
Research on neurorehabilitation has emphasized that patient’s effort and sensory information (i.e., the information about the interaction with the environment) during physical training are crucial to provoke brain plasticity. The goal of this project is to design a novel clinical-driven robotic device based on the advanced technology of Force Dimension haptic devices, that allows high functional training, such as training of activities of daily living with rich rendered virtual dynamics. The new design will target the specific needs of patients undergoing sensorimotor training and clinicians at the Department of Neurology of University Hospital Inselspital, Bern.
The Motor Learning and Neurorehabilitation laboratory is an interdisciplinary group that gathers the knowledge and expertise of mechanical and biomedical engineers, computer scientists, neuroscientists and psychologists. Our research focuses on human-machine interfaces and biological learning, and, specifically, on the use of robotic assistance to aid people in learning motor tasks and rehabilitate after neurologic injuries. Research on neurorehabilitation has emphasized that patient’s effort and sensory information (i.e., the information about the interaction with the environment) during physical training are crucial to provoke brain plasticity. The goal of this project is to design a novel clinical-driven robotic device based on the advanced technology of Force Dimension haptic devices, that allows high functional training, such as training of activities of daily living with rich rendered virtual dynamics. The new design will target the specific needs of patients undergoing sensorimotor training and clinicians at the Department of Neurology of University Hospital Inselspital, Bern.
For this position, we are looking for an active and self-motivated PhD student with a master’s degree in mechanical/electrical engineering or biomedical engineering with solid mechatronics knowledge. Experience in game design and/or signal processing is highly appreciated. Interest to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of roboticists, neuroscientists, and cognitive scientist and willingness to interact with patients is important. The candidate will have the freedom to put his/her own ideas and creativity to work.
For this position, we are looking for an active and self-motivated PhD student with a master’s degree in mechanical/electrical engineering or biomedical engineering with solid mechatronics knowledge. Experience in game design and/or signal processing is highly appreciated. Interest to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of roboticists, neuroscientists, and cognitive scientist and willingness to interact with patients is important. The candidate will have the freedom to put his/her own ideas and creativity to work.
The position is available immediately; the starting date can be discussed.
We look forward to you joining our team!
Questions?
Always feel free to contact Prof. Dr. Laura Marchal-Crespo, at laura.marchal@artorg.unibe.ch. Please send your complete application (CV, motivation letter, mechanical engineering design portfolio) via e-mail.
The position is available immediately; the starting date can be discussed. We look forward to you joining our team!
Questions? Always feel free to contact Prof. Dr. Laura Marchal-Crespo, at laura.marchal@artorg.unibe.ch. Please send your complete application (CV, motivation letter, mechanical engineering design portfolio) via e-mail.