Prof. Gal Ribak
Life Sciences
Research work
- Biomechanics of Animal Locomotion
- Bioinspired Engineering
- Aerodynamics of flying animals and robots
- Hydrodynamics of swimming
Research Affiliation
Life Sciences
- School of Zoology
Open Research Positions
Master's Student
Publication date:
October 29 2026
Position Type:
Masters
About the position:
- One position on swimming hydrodynamics in waterbirds (requires background in biology or engineering). The project involves research with live trained birds swimming in a state-of-the art research facility, as well as with robotic systems allowing to replicate swimming motions to measure hydrodynamic forces. The overarching goal of the project is to model the energy expenditure of breath-hold diving animals swimming underwater.
- Another position (background in engineering required) is to study the aerodynamics of insect flight in a robotic system that replicates flapping motion on 3D printed flapping wings.
Candidacy Requirements:
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Position 1:
Background in zoology, physiology or engineering is a prerequisite.
Experience with studying biomechanics/waterfowl/robotics is an advantage. -
Position 2:
Background in engineering and/or a strong computational proficiency is required
