Raji Thomas

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Dr. Raji Thomas is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation and stroke recovery, with a particular focus on bridging the technological divide in rehabilitation access. Her most cited work, a 2024 comparative scoping review on robot-assisted upper limb stroke rehabilitation, critically examines the disparities between low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) and high-income nations. This seminal paper, already garnering 4 citations, highlights her major contribution: identifying systemic barriers to advanced rehabilitation technologies while proposing scalable, cost-effective solutions for underserved populations. Dr. Thomas’s research integrates clinical neuroscience with health equity, advocating for adaptive robotic systems and task-specific training protocols that can be deployed in resource-limited settings. Her work has profound implications for global health, demonstrating that innovation in stroke rehabilitation must be inclusive to be truly effective. Beyond her publications, Dr. Thomas is recognized for her collaborative efforts to establish rehabilitation research networks across continents, mentoring a new generation of clinicians and engineers. Her scholarship not only advances the science of motor recovery but also challenges the field to address socioeconomic disparities, making her a pivotal voice in the future of equitable neurorehabilitation.