Caterina Formica

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Caterina Formica is a clinical researcher at the forefront of neurorehabilitation, specializing in the application of innovative technologies to improve outcomes for patients with severe neurological conditions. Her work bridges the gap between robotics and cognitive recovery, with a particular focus on severe acquired brain injury (SABI) and multiple sclerosis (MS). In her highly cited pilot study (2022, 12 citations), Formica pioneered the use of humanoid robots in cognitive rehabilitation for patients with SABI, demonstrating that interactive robotic platforms can enhance engagement and functional recovery in a population with limited rehabilitation access—a major global health challenge. More recently, her randomized controlled trial (2025) explores the role of VibraPlus, an assisted therapy device, in alleviating the debilitating fatigue that affects the majority of MS patients. By targeting this subjective yet pervasive symptom, Formica is addressing a critical gap in MS care, where objective treatment options remain scarce. Her work is notable for its translational impact, directly applying engineering solutions to complex clinical problems, and for championing patient-centered outcomes in populations often overlooked by mainstream rehabilitation research.