Alina Baciu
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About
Dr. Alina Baciu is a leading researcher at the intersection of assistive robotics and neural engineering, with a primary focus on developing Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) systems to restore mobility and independence for individuals with severe neuromotor disabilities. Her most impactful work centers on creating hybrid rehabilitation systems that integrate BCIs with robotic exoskeletons and Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES). Her seminal 2016 paper, which has garnered 9 citations, details the design and implementation of a pioneering BCI-controlled FES-exoskeleton for upper limb rehabilitation, demonstrating a novel approach to combining neural signals with physical actuation. Dr. Baciu has also made significant contributions to mobile assistive robotics, comparing different BCI paradigms—including Steady-State Visual Evoked Potentials (SSVEP)—for controlling wheeled platforms, with the goal of aiding paraplegics. Her work systematically evaluates the practical performance of these systems, bridging the gap between laboratory prototypes and real-world assistive devices. Through her research, Dr. Baciu is advancing the field of human-machine interaction, offering new communication and control pathways for those with locked-in syndrome and other severe motor impairments.
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