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Baptiste Bruzek is a rising leader in the field of soft robotics, with a focused mission to transform neurorehabilitation through compliant, human-centered technology. His research centers on the design, control, and clinical application of pneumatically actuated soft robotic exoskeletons for the hand and wrist. Bruzek’s major contributions include the development of a novel soft robotic hand and wrist exoskeleton for motion assistance, a work that has already garnered 25 citations since its 2024 publication. He has further advanced the field by creating a bilateral rehabilitation system that leverages the principles of mirror therapy for post-stroke recovery, and by pioneering experimental data-driven control strategies to achieve precise angular velocity in soft pneumatic actuators. His work is notable for addressing a critical gap: providing gentle, adaptive, and effective assistance for fine motor function restoration. With a growing citation impact and a clear trajectory toward clinical translation, Bruzek is establishing himself as a key innovator in soft robotic rehabilitation, pushing the boundaries of how compliant machines can restore upper-limb functionality and improve the quality of life for individuals with neurological impairments.