Bayesian networks for knowledge discovery and collaborative filtering
EPSRC CASE Studentship
A PhD studentship is available for three years to develop and evaluate
graphical models for collaborative filtering. Probabilistic recommender
systems capable of hidden variables underpinning preference, choice and
purchase behaviour will be developed within the Bayesian belief networks
framework. The project will involve close interaction with industrial sponsors
and will be supervised by Professor Paulo Lisboa at the school of Computing and
Mathematical Sciences - Liverpool John Moores University and Dr. Wael El-Deredy
at School of Psychological Sciences, University of Manchester.
The successful candidate will receive an enhanced EPSRC stipend starting at
£14,000 in year 1 and rising to £16,500 in year 3.
Eligible candidates* wishing to apply should send by email a supporting
statement together with a CV containing names and addresses of two referees by
the closing date of Friday, 10th March 2006.
* Candidates must satisfy the EPSRC eligibility requirements: Recent changes
to the criteria have opened full CASE studentship funding to EU nationals with
residence in the UK for at least 3 years, which now include periods of stay for
the purpose of higher education.
For further information and applying contact Professor PJG Lisboa
email: [log in to unmask], tel. 0151 231 3226
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