Dr. Harold Bekkering

Biography

Harold Bekkering focuses on human learning perspectives in neuroscience, robotics, artificial intelligence, and psychology. His research emphasizes social interactions, motivation, and memory systems. He aims to apply his knowledge in learning environments for both young and old individuals, emphasizing the central position of cognition in action, where perception, memorization, and control of events inform future actions. His research includes 'Social Interaction', which studies cognitive processes enabling coordinated interactions among agents; 'Embodied Cognition', which investigates how sensorimotor experiences impact language comprehension and number processing; and 'Intention Action', exploring how motives and conceptual knowledge influence sensorimotor control. Bekkering employs cognitive neuroscience approaches, utilizing neuroimaging tools such as EEG, fMRI, and TMS, to implement findings from basic research into practical applications in robotics and education.

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