Damiana Rubeca
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Damiana Rubeca is a leading researcher in pediatric neurorehabilitation, with a focus on understanding how robotic exoskeletons can restore and improve gait function in children with neurological disorders. Her key research areas include locomotor control, electromyography (EMG) pattern analysis, and human-robot interaction during assisted walking. Her most cited work, "Evaluation of EMG patterns in children during assisted walking in the exoskeleton" (2024), provides critical insights into how spinal locomotor output can be assessed despite the guidance forces exerted by exoskeletons—a challenge that has long hindered objective evaluation of rehabilitation outcomes. By demonstrating that EMG patterns can reveal neural adaptations during robotic-assisted gait, Rubeca has helped bridge the gap between engineering and clinical practice, offering new metrics for tailoring therapy. With 4 citations already in a short time, her work is gaining traction among engineers and clinicians alike. Her contributions are paving the way for more personalized, evidence-based rehabilitation protocols, making her a rising voice in the field of assistive robotics and pediatric movement science.
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