Connectionists: PhD position at Tel Aviv University on Accelerating Motor Learning with Computational Scaffolding

[Jason Friedman]

A funded PhD position is available at Tel Aviv University in the Movement
Sciences lab with Dr. Jason Friedman, in the field of human motor control,
on the topic of enhancing motor learning.

The PhD will be part of a larger collaborative project with Prof. Helge
Ritter from the Neuroinformatics group at Bielefeld University, Germany,
where they investigate manual intelligence of both humans and robots.  In
this project, we will use a technique called computational scaffolding in
order to speed up the process of motor learning. In this technique, a
temporary structure (scaffold) is provided during the learning process and
slowly removed as learning takes place. We will use this technique to
individualize and enhance the motor learning process in two applications –
learning how to play the piano and learning a new swimming stroke. The
student will be involved in all aspects of the project, included running
experiments, recording and analyzing movement data, applying motor guidance
for enhancing learning, and active collaboration with our partners.

Students with a background in Motor Control, Neuroscience, Psychology,
Physics, Computer Science, Biomedical engineering or related areas are
encouraged to apply. Programming experience in Python or other languages,
and a musical background is an advantage.  Please contact Dr. Friedman (
jason at tau.ac.il) with a CV for further information.
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