PhD student in image analysis for behaviour and pain detection in horses.

This PhD project is focused on development of automated methods for image based monitoring of pain in horses. The project will have several phases. In the first phase, the focus will be on a post hoc investigation of videos to develop an algorithm for automated classification of horse behaviour. This will allow establishing the technological foundation and will help to acquire basic knowledge about the influence of pain on behaviour. In a further step, an algorithm for real-time pain assessment will be developed. In the final step, the algorithm will be developed into a tool that can be used under clinical conditions. The potential of real-time application of the tool for everyday use at the clinic will be further investigated.