20.12.2011

BCCN / CoTeSys: Prof. Conradt (TUM) and Dr. Glasauer (LMU)

     Ph.D. Position in Systemic Neuroscience:
         An “Interacting Cortical Areas” Approach to Computation

This project investigates a computational model for sensory information fusion and reasoning, inspired by the macro-architecture of the mammalian cortex. Current engineered solutions for extracting meaningful information from noisy real-world data require significant processing resources and elaborate theoretical reasoning. The brain, in contrast to current computing systems, creates an interconnected network of areas, each representing a different type of information about the state of the world. Computation in such a network might simply occur by each area trying to be consistent with related areas, thereby generating a coherent representation of the observed world. We are investigating an abstract model of such a “distributed cortical computing system” at various levels, ranging from mathematical stability analysis to real-world robotic implementations, and in size from small hand-designed systems to large self-assembling (topology-learning) networks.

Here, in a collaborative “BCCN Transfer Project” we are looking for a Ph.D. student to focus on sensory fusion between different modalities (such as auditory, visual, and vestibular), and in conducting human psychophysical experiments for behavioral validation. A solid mathematical background and excellent programming skills are prerequisites for this position.

If you are interested in such research and you can envision studying towards a Ph.D. in our group, please contact us!   Details here: Jörg Conradt

Check out current and past projects, and explain who you are and how you fit in the group!

Please send an email outlining in about five to ten lines why you are interested, state your skills and knowledge, and explain why I should choose you among those who apply. I will ignore email without clear indication that you know what you are proposing! Thank you!

We are looking forward to hearing from you!