This is an exciting opportunity which brings together engineering and health expertise in a project with real life clinical, research and education applicability. Spasticity is a significant problem for people with neurological conditions, leading to restrictions in movement and loss of function which impact quality of life. Assessing spasticity and researching treatments requires a practical understanding of how an affected limb feels, moves and responds to handling. However, spasticity is complex, and the ability to gain ‘hands on’ experience in the laboratory would be a valuable addition to teaching and research.
Our previous work has produced data which informs how a limb affected by spasticity is likely to respond in different conditions. In this project you will bring together health and engineering expertise to develop a physical model which simulates the behaviour and response of a limb affected by spasticity. You will undertake a variety of theoretical modelling, lab work, practical development, and user feedback activities in a project with potential for long-term impact and scalability.
We are seeking a highly motivated individual to work in a rich academic environment within a world-leading research group in physical rehabilitation and medical engineering. The successful candidate will receive training and support provided in the School of Health Professions and the School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics.
Applications have now closed.