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Dimitra Blana is a leading researcher in neural engineering and rehabilitation robotics, whose work focuses on restoring movement to individuals with paralysis and limb loss. Her key research areas include functional electrical stimulation (FES), prosthetic hand control, and musculoskeletal modeling. Blana’s major contributions lie in developing model-based control systems that bridge the gap between advanced prosthetic hardware and intuitive user interfaces. Her most-cited paper, "Continuous neuronal ensemble control of simulated arm reaching by a human with tetraplegia" (107 citations), demonstrated how brain signals can directly control FES to restore arm function, a landmark achievement in brain-machine interfaces. She also co-authored "Model-Based Control of Individual Finger Movements for Prosthetic Hand Function" (43 citations), which addresses the critical challenge of translating mechanical dexterity into practical, user-friendly control. This work has significant implications for improving the quality of life for individuals with hand differences. Blana’s research is notable for its interdisciplinary approach, combining computational modeling with clinical application, and her publications have collectively garnered hundreds of citations, underscoring her impact on the field of neuroprosthetics.
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