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Dr. Ryan J. Farris is a leading researcher in the field of rehabilitation robotics, with a primary focus on the design and control of lower-limb exoskeletons for both adult and pediatric populations. His work addresses critical gaps in mobility assistance technology, particularly for children with gait abnormalities. Dr. Farris is best known for his contributions to advanced control strategies, including the development of a hybrid impedance-sliding mode switching controller for the Indego Explorer exoskeleton, which has garnered 38 citations for its impact on able-bodied walking assistance. He has also pioneered the application of hybrid zero dynamics control for pediatric exoskeletons, designing an adjustable hip-knee device for children aged 6 to 11—a significant step forward in a field traditionally focused on adults. More recently, his work on cable-driven joint systems for custom orthoses (2024) aims to improve compactness and comfort in robotic gait training. With a growing citation record and a clear commitment to translating engineering innovations into clinical solutions, Dr. Farris is shaping the future of accessible, effective robotic rehabilitation.