Papers
5
Total Citations
34
H-Index
4
About
Pedro Neves is a researcher whose work bridges biomedical imaging and assistive robotics, with a focus on improving human health through innovative technology. His most significant contributions lie in the development of the Clear-PEM breast imaging scanner, a dual-head Positron Emission Mammography system that leverages APD-based detector modules to achieve depth-of-interaction (DOI) resolution of 2 mm in LYSO:Ce crystals. This work, detailed in his 2008 overview (11 citations) and 2009 characterization study (8 citations), has advanced early breast cancer detection by enhancing image clarity and diagnostic accuracy. In parallel, Neves has pioneered assistive robotics, notably the Assistive Robotic Hand Orthosis (ARHO) controlled via EMG, a preliminary prototype evaluated in 2019 (9 citations) that aims to restore hand function for daily living tasks like grasping. This work addresses a critical need for practical, motorized orthoses, with potential to improve quality of life for individuals with hand impairments. With over 30 citations across his key papers, Neves demonstrates a commitment to translating engineering solutions into tangible clinical and assistive applications, making him a notable figure in both medical imaging and rehabilitation robotics.
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Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1An overview of the Clear-PEM breast imaging scanner11 citations · 2008
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- 3Characterization of the Clear-PEM breast imaging scanner performance8 citations · 2009
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- 5Towards a Practical and Cost-Effective Water Monitoring System2 citations · 2019