Opportunities · Research opportunity · Summer 2026
Summer Internship: Biomechanical Modeling of Human Postural Control
psu · Penn State University Park
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May 1, 2026
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What you'll own
- Develop and implement dynamic models of the human postural system in MATLAB/Simulink
- Integrate visual, somatosensory, and vestibular sensory feedback pathways into the control model
- Conduct simulations to analyze postural responses under various conditions
- Participate in regular research meetings and present progress updates
Requirements and eligibility
- Tarkesh Singh and a graduate student mentor throughout the project.
- Required Qualifications
- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in Mechanical Engineering
- Tarkesh Singh and will collaborate closely with a graduate student researcher, providing an excellent opportunity to learn research methodologies and gain experience in an academic research environment.
Preferred, not required
- Coursework or interest in biomechanics, physiology, or neuroscience
- Familiarity with scientific literature review and technical writing
- The intern will receive direct supervision and mentorship from Dr.
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