Bahareh Ahkami
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Bahareh Ahkami is a pioneering researcher in neural engineering and advanced prosthetics, whose work focuses on bridging the critical gap between biological and artificial limb function. Her most notable contribution, published in 2022, demonstrates how extra-neural signals from severed nerves can enable intrinsic hand movements in individuals with transhumeral amputations—a breakthrough that challenges conventional limitations of myoelectric prostheses. By implanting electrodes around severed nerves, Ahkami’s research achieves unprecedented restoration of individual finger control, addressing a long-standing barrier in prosthetic technology. With 7 citations already, this work has quickly garnered attention for its potential to transform upper-limb rehabilitation. Ahkami’s approach not only enhances dexterity but also offers a more intuitive interface for users, moving beyond the bulk muscle signals typically used. Her achievements underscore a commitment to merging neuroscience with robotics, paving the way for prosthetics that feel and function like natural limbs. For students and researchers, Ahkami’s work exemplifies how targeted neural interfaces can unlock new possibilities in human-machine integration, making her a rising voice in the quest to fully restore hand function after amputation.
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