معرفی
Dr. A.R. (Rob) den Otter is an Assistant Professor at the Center for Human Movement Sciences within the Faculty of Medical Sciences at the University of Groningen. His research focuses on neurosciences and experimental rehabilitation, particularly investigating action choices in gait, balance control mechanisms, and the role of visual and non-visual sensory information in movement adaptation. He holds a teaching position, supervising bachelor and master students in research projects and courses like 'Statistiek 3' and 'Experimenteel Onderzoek.'
Research Interests:
- Action selection in gait and spatial orientation
- Role of retinal and extraretinal information in balance control
- Effects of aging on gait adaptation and sensory integration
- Optic flow perturbation and its impact on locomotor responses
Awards:
- 2010: Lecturer of the Year, Center for Human Movement Sciences
- 2010: Lecturer of the Year, University Medical Centre Groningen
- 2011: University of Groningen Lecturer of the Year (Jury and Audience Awards)
Teaching & Advising: Rob teaches biomechanics and experimental research methods, advising students on projects at the intersection of motor control and rehabilitation science. His work often involves collaborations with clinical partners in the UMCG.
Labs/Teams: Active in the Center for Human Movement Sciences, focusing on interdisciplinary studies of human movement physiology and aging.
