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Professor Holger Krapp holds a position in the Department of Bioengineering at Imperial College London's Faculty of Engineering. His affiliations include the Centre for Neurotechnology and the Robotics Forum. Educated at the University of Tübingen (Diploma in Neurobiology, 1992) and the Max-Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics (PhD, 1995), he has conducted postdoctoral research at Caltech and Bielefeld University. Prior to his current role, he was a lecturer at the University of Cambridge (2000–2005). His research focuses on systems neuroscience, particularly optic flow processing, sensorimotor integration, and biohybrid robotics. Key themes include neural mechanisms of self-motion estimation, flight stabilization, and adaptive control in insects.
Prof. Krapp’s work bridges neuroscience and engineering, emphasizing biological-inspired solutions for robotics and artificial intelligence. He has pioneered studies on how insects integrate visual and mechanical sensory inputs to achieve precise motor control. Recent projects explore closed-loop biohybrid systems where neuronal activity directly drives robotic actuators. His contributions span theoretical models of neuronal computation, experimental neurophysiology, and advanced imaging techniques for in vivo studies.
Publications highlight innovations in optic flow algorithms, adaptive gain control, and energy-efficient motion strategies observed in flies. His lab develops novel platforms for studying 3D chasing behaviors and collision avoidance in freely flying insects. While no specific awards are listed, his extensive publications and interdisciplinary approach reflect significant contributions to systems neuroscience and biomimetic engineering.
