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Deog Young Kim is a leading researcher in rehabilitation robotics, with a focus on developing assistive technologies for stroke patients and individuals with lower limb impairments. His work spans the design and clinical validation of exoskeletons and soft wearable robots aimed at restoring gait function. Kim’s major contributions include the creation of a modular knee exoskeleton that uses foot pressure and knee torque sensors to support hemiplegic patients, as well as a lower limb exoskeleton for paraplegic patients that integrates center of pressure measurements for improved stability. His research has been widely cited, with his 2015 knee exoskeleton paper alone garnering 95 citations, reflecting its impact on the field. Kim has also conducted randomized controlled trials demonstrating the efficacy of end-effector robot-assisted gait training in subacute stroke patients and soft wearable robots for hip assistance in chronic stroke patients. His recent work includes interim results from an international multicenter trial on torque-assisted exoskeletons for gait recovery. Through these innovations, Kim has advanced the practical application of robotic rehabilitation, bridging engineering and clinical practice to improve mobility and quality of life for individuals with neurological impairments.