Afua Asante‐Otoo
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Dr. Afua Asante-Otoo is a pioneering researcher in pediatric rehabilitation robotics, with a primary focus on developing and evaluating robotic exoskeletons for children with mobility impairments. Her key research areas include assistive and rehabilitation robotics, human-robot interaction, and gait training for neurological conditions such as spina bifida and cerebral palsy. Dr. Asante-Otoo’s major contribution lies in demonstrating the clinical feasibility of robotic knee exoskeletons as both assistive devices and gait training tools for children with spina bifida. In her landmark 2025 pilot study, she designed and tested two distinct control strategies—one for immediate walking assistance and another for therapeutic gait retraining—showing that these devices can be safely and effectively used in clinical settings. This work has already garnered 4 citations, signaling its growing impact in the field. Her research bridges the gap between engineering innovation and clinical application, offering new hope for children with movement disorders to achieve greater independence and improved walking function. Dr. Asante-Otoo’s dedication to translating cutting-edge robotics into practical, patient-centered solutions makes her a rising leader in pediatric rehabilitation technology.
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