Marissa Eppes
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Marissa Eppes is a leading researcher in assistive robotics and rehabilitation engineering, with a primary focus on developing and evaluating upper extremity orthoses for individuals with neuromuscular disorders. Her most impactful work centers on the Wilmington Robotic Exoskeleton (WREX), a passive, anti-gravity arm orthosis that enables users with conditions such as muscular dystrophy or spinal muscular atrophy to move their arms in three dimensions. In her highly cited 2015 study (31 citations), Eppes conducted an online survey demonstrating that WREX significantly improves users’ ability to perform daily tasks, highlighting its real-world utility and user satisfaction. Her 2017 follow-up (19 citations) employed the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) to quantify gains in both performance and satisfaction among children using the device during activities of daily living and play. Eppes’s work is notable for its patient-centered approach, emphasizing functional outcomes and quality of life over technical metrics alone. Her contributions have helped establish WREX as a validated tool in assistive technology, bridging the gap between engineering innovation and clinical application. With a growing citation record, Eppes continues to influence the design of user-friendly, accessible orthoses for vulnerable populations.
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