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Clemens Becker is a leading researcher at the intersection of geriatric rehabilitation and assistive robotics, dedicated to restoring mobility and independence in older adults. His work spans two critical domains: developing wearable robotic exoskeletons to counteract age-related declines in walking efficiency and pioneering robotic-assisted rehabilitation for upper extremity fractures. Becker’s most notable contribution is the development of soft robotic shorts, which in a 2024 study demonstrated a significant improvement in outdoor walking efficiency for older adults—a breakthrough that addresses a fundamental barrier to independence and quality of life. This work has already garnered 38 citations, signaling its immediate impact. In parallel, his series of randomized controlled trials on robotic-assisted rehabilitation following proximal humeral fractures (2011–2020, with over 50 combined citations) has provided crucial evidence for integrating robotic therapy into standard care, showing it is both safe and acceptable. Becker’s research is distinguished by its rigorous, patient-centered methodology, including the validation of functional outcome measures like the orthopaedic Wolf-Motor-Function-Test. By bridging the gap between cutting-edge robotics and the real-world needs of an aging population, Becker is shaping the future of geriatric rehabilitation.