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Anan Sutapun is a leading researcher in rehabilitation robotics, with a primary focus on developing robotic systems to restore motor function in stroke survivors. Her work centers on the design and control of upper limb exoskeletons and end-effector robots for physical therapy. She is best known for creating the CUREs (Chulalongkorn University Rehabilitation Robotic Exoskeleton system), a novel 4-DOF upper limb exoskeleton detailed in her most-cited paper (9 citations). This work introduced an active assistive control strategy based on impedance force control, enabling assistive-resistive path tracking for effective rehabilitation. Her foundational research on dexterity measures for exoskeleton robots (5 citations) advanced the understanding of manipulator isotropy, directly informing the design of wearable robots that mirror human joint mechanics. More recently, she has explored 3D end-effector robots for functional rehabilitation of hemiparesis patients, emphasizing highly repetitive, quantifiable therapy. With a career dedicated to bridging mechanical design and clinical application, Sutapun’s contributions are pivotal in making robot-assisted therapy more adaptive, measurable, and accessible for stroke recovery.