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Anne Schwarz is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation engineering, whose work bridges neuroscience, robotics, and clinical practice to restore upper limb function after stroke. Her primary research focuses on understanding human motor control, developing quantitative assessment tools, and creating adaptive rehabilitation technologies. Schwarz’s most impactful contribution is the "U-Limb" database (2021, 41 citations), a multi-modal, multi-center resource that provides unprecedented insights into arm motion control in both healthy individuals and post-stroke patients. This foundational dataset enables researchers to uncover the neural mechanisms underlying motor impairment and to design evidence-based rehabilitation interventions. She has also pioneered an online method for monitoring hand muscle tone during robot-assisted therapy (2023, 11 citations), addressing a critical challenge in unsupervised home rehabilitation by detecting temporary increases in muscle tone that could compromise therapy safety and effectiveness. Schwarz’s work is distinguished by its translational impact—her tools are designed for real-world clinical and home settings, making intensive, personalized rehabilitation more accessible. Her research has been recognized for its potential to transform post-stroke care, and she continues to develop innovative solutions that integrate robotics, sensing, and data-driven analysis to improve motor recovery outcomes.