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Edgard Morya is a pioneering neuroscientist and biomedical engineer whose research sits at the intersection of brain-machine interfaces (BMIs), neural rehabilitation, and assistive robotics. His most celebrated contribution — a landmark 2016 study published with 430 citations — demonstrated that long-term BMI-based gait training could induce partial neurological recovery in chronic paraplegic patients with spinal cord injuries, challenging the prevailing assumption that such recovery was impossible years after injury. This breakthrough reshaped thinking about neural plasticity and opened new frontiers in rehabilitation medicine. Morya has further expanded this work through systematic investigations of robotic-assisted gait therapy for spinal cord injury patients, synthesizing evidence that has guided clinical practice worldwide (121 citations). More recently, he has pushed the boundaries of accessible rehabilitation technology by developing low-cost, EEG-controlled hand exoskeletons using 3D printing on textiles — making sophisticated stroke rehabilitation tools more attainable for resource-limited settings. His broader portfolio includes serious game-based tools for neural signal recognition, reflecting a commitment to innovative, patient-centered approaches. Morya's work stands as a compelling example of how neuroscience and engineering can converge to restore function and dignity to individuals living with severe neurological injuries.