Andrea Lara

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Andrea Lara is a leading researcher in rehabilitation engineering, with a focus on integrating advanced sensing technologies with functional electrical stimulation (FES) systems to restore motor function in individuals with stroke or spinal cord injury (SCI). Her most-cited work, "Optical Fiber Force Myography Sensor for Fatigue Estimation in Functional Electrostimulation-induced Rehabilitation Systems" (2024), introduces a novel optical fiber-based force myography sensor that enables real-time muscle fatigue estimation during FES-assisted rehabilitation. This contribution addresses a critical barrier in neurorehabilitation—preventing overexertion and optimizing therapy intensity—by providing a non-invasive, high-sensitivity method to monitor muscle state during exoskeleton and robotic glove-assisted movements. Lara’s work bridges the gap between wearable sensing and closed-loop FES control, offering a pathway toward safer, more adaptive rehabilitation protocols. With emerging citations highlighting its translational potential, her research is poised to impact clinical practice and the design of next-generation assistive devices. Her dedication to improving quality of life for individuals with neurological impairments marks her as a rising innovator in the field of neurorehabilitation technology.