Nonlinear networks of memory: Modeling, analyses and regulation
The Delft Center for Systems and Control (DCSC) of Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), The Netherlands is seeking a qualified candidate for 1 four-year PhD positions within an interdisciplinary research platform centered on systems and control theory with applications in cognition.
Background
Understanding the mechanisms of memory is one of the key components in our cognition, e.g. learning, attention, as well as in the development of efficient human-in-the-loop and computing algorithms. The human memory is composed of several modules that coordinate their activities in order to perform multiple tasks. Memory modules process and encode the sensed information from the environment, learn, store, and recall them. Cognitive abilities, e.g. learning, attention, are rooted in the activities of dynamic networks of neurons. Mathematical models, describing the relations between the cognitive functioning and the underlying neuronal activities, are essential in revealing, and predicting the memory functioning, and suggesting regulatory mechanisms.
Project description
This PhD project aims at developing mathematical models, conduct control-theory-based analyses and propose regulatory mechanisms for two topics related to memory functioning. To this aim, we will build upon/ and develop tools from nonlinear dynamical systems, oscillatory networks, learning-based, and data-driven techniques.
The human memory system can be categorized into two large groups: short-term and long-term memories. Among short-term memory modules is the working memory (WM) which is responsible for holding and processing information in a temporary fashion and in service of higher order cognitive tasks. The first project develops a dynamic computational model to explain behavioral and brain recording data in WM functioning in attention-related tasks. The project will be conducted in collaboration with the Donders Institute on brain, cognition and behaviour.
The department Delft Center for Systems and Control (DCSC) of the faculty Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering, coordinates the education and research activities in systems and control at Delft University of Technology. The Centers' research mission is to conduct fundamental research in systems dynamics and control, involving dynamic modelling, advanced control theory, optimisation and signal analysis.
The research is motivated by advanced technology development in physical imaging systems, renewable energy, robotics and transportation systems.
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