A. Mihaescu
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A. Mihaescu is a pioneering researcher in assistive neurotechnology, whose work focuses on restoring function and independence for individuals with severe motor impairments. Their primary research areas include brain-computer interfaces (BCIs), motor imagery decoding, and neurorehabilitation for spinal cord injury (SCI). Mihaescu’s most significant contribution is a landmark 2012 study (174 citations) that clinically tested the feasibility of using motor imagery EEG-based BCIs to control a robotic arm for reaching and grasping in chronic tetraplegics. This work was groundbreaking not only for its real-world application but also for its long-term follow-up, which assessed the practical viability and user experience of the technology years after the initial trial. By demonstrating that tetraplegic patients could successfully operate an assistive robotic arm through thought alone, Mihaescu provided crucial evidence for the translational potential of non-invasive BCIs. Their research has directly influenced the design of more user-centered, clinically viable assistive systems, bridging the gap between laboratory-based neurotechnology and tangible improvements in the quality of life for people with paralysis.
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