PhD in Stroke Rehabilitation, Neuroimaging, and Motor Recovery in Paris Université de Paris in France

PhD opportunity in stroke rehabilitation and neuroimaging in Paris

This PhD project focuses on sensory mechanisms of manual dexterity recovery after stroke, with an emphasis on how sensory function and haptic feedback shape upper-limb recovery. The work sits at the intersection of clinical neuroscience, neuroimaging, stroke rehabilitation, and brain connectivity.

The thesis proposal describes a prospective cohort study following stroke patients over time, combining clinical assessments, sensory-motor testing, haptic measurements, and MRI-based analyses. The project includes T1/FLAIR MRI, diffusion MRI, and resting-state functional MRI, with outcomes related to manual dexterity, finger independence, motor impairment, and recovery prediction.

Research themes include stroke recovery, manual dexterity, sensory feedback, haptic perception, motor control, neuroimaging, and predictive modeling. The study also explores structural and functional connectivity, corticospinal tract damage, and frontoparietal network changes in relation to recovery.

The position is based in Paris and appears linked to the doctoral ecosystem of Université de Paris / Sorbonne Université and associated clinical research units. The post is being shared by Raphael B. Takyi, a medical doctor and neuroscientist, who appears to be involved in the recruitment or dissemination of the opportunity.

Eligibility highlights: candidates with a background in medicine, neuroscience, biomedical engineering, psychology, or a related field are encouraged to apply. Interest in neuroimaging and clinical research is important. French proficiency is helpful but not mandatory.

Timing: the thesis plan indicates a start in Autumn 2026, and the post is clearly announcing a PhD opening.

If you are interested, contact the listed supervisor or respond to the post to express interest.