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Christoph Kapeller is a neurotechnology researcher whose work sits at the intersection of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs), robotics, and assistive technology. His research has made significant contributions to developing systems that allow individuals — particularly those living with severe motor impairments such as spinal cord injury — to control external devices and robotic avatars using only their brain activity. Kapeller has explored multiple BCI paradigms, including steady-state visual evoked potentials (SSVEP), P300-based systems, and motor imagery, applying them to increasingly complex real-world challenges such as continuous mobile robot control and social interaction with humanoid robots. His 2014 comparative study of SSVEP BCI and eye tracking for humanoid robot control has garnered 58 citations, while his 2016 investigation into local and remote cooperation with virtual and robotic agents has accumulated 56 citations — reflecting the broad interest his work has attracted across the neuroscience and robotics communities. A recurring theme throughout his research is the concept of robotic re-embodiment: enabling users to inhabit and operate a remote humanoid presence, offering both practical independence and a sense of social inclusion. His work on BCI application interfaces further demonstrates a commitment to translating laboratory advances into accessible, integrated clinical tools. Kapeller's contributions represent a meaningful step toward empowering individuals with disabilities through responsive, brain-driven technology.