Sara Demain
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Sara Demain is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, whose work focuses on restoring upper limb function for people with neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis (MS). Her major contributions lie at the intersection of functional electrical stimulation (FES), robotics, and iterative learning control, developing innovative interventions that help patients regain arm movement when few effective therapies exist. Her highly cited 2015 study (99 citations) demonstrated the feasibility of combining FES with passive robotic support during virtual reality training tasks, showing that this integrated approach can significantly improve arm function in people with MS. This work has been foundational in advancing closed-loop, adaptive rehabilitation technologies that respond to individual patient needs. Beyond this landmark study, Demain’s research has shaped how clinicians and engineers design patient-centered neuroprosthetic systems, emphasizing real-world applicability and user engagement. Her contributions have been recognized through sustained citation impact and collaborations that bridge engineering and clinical practice, making her a key figure in the development of next-generation rehabilitation tools for chronic neurological conditions.
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