About
Prof. Dr. Helge Ritter is a distinguished Professor at the University of Bielefeld, holding multiple key positions across several departments and research centers. He is primarily affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering as part of the Neuroinformatics Group, and also serves as a CITEC Coordinator at the Center for Cognitive Interaction Technology. His work spans the Faculty of Psychology and Sport Science in the Department of Psychology (Unit 01 - Neurocognitive Psychology), and he contributes to the Joint Research Center on Cooperative and Cognition-enabled AI.
His academic journey has positioned him at the forefront of interdisciplinary research that bridges engineering, cognitive science, and robotics. As a member of the Habilitation Committee and serving as Personal Deputy for Prof. Dr.-Ing. Ulrich Rückert on the Examination Boards for Biomechatronics (Master), he plays a significant role in academic governance and curriculum development.
Research Interests
Prof. Ritter's research spans the cutting-edge intersection of neuroinformatics, robotics, and artificial intelligence. His work focuses on cognitive robotics, tactile sensing systems, and human-robot interaction, with particular emphasis on how machines can perceive and interact with the physical world through touch and movement. His investigations into modular neural architectures and biologically inspired learning systems have significant implications for both theoretical neuroscience and practical robotics applications.
His current research trajectory demonstrates a strong focus on transfer learning between simulation and reality, multi-fingered manipulation, and adaptive kinematic modeling. These efforts contribute to the broader Socio-Technical World research area at Bielefeld University, which 'researches capabilities and mechanisms that enable agents such as humans, robots and AI to act, communicate and learn in complex environments.'
Academic Contributions
- Coordinator at the Center for Cognitive Interaction Technology (CITEC)
- Member of the Habilitation Committee in the Faculty of Engineering
- Personal Deputy for Examination Boards in Biomechatronics (Master)
- Contributor to the Joint Research Center on Cooperative and Cognition-enabled AI
Prof. Ritter's work exemplifies Bielefeld University's commitment to 'Transcending Boundaries' between disciplines, people, and science and society. His research bridges theoretical neuroscience with practical robotics applications, creating innovative solutions for human-robot collaboration and cognitive systems.
