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Emilio Ancona’s research focuses on neurorehabilitation, with a particular emphasis on using advanced technologies to restore mobility and function in patients with severe neurological conditions. His major contributions lie in evaluating the efficacy of robotic and sensorimotor interventions for gait and balance recovery. In his most cited work (20 citations), Ancona demonstrated the benefits of verticalization using the Erigo® tilt-table in the acute rehabilitation of patients with severe acquired brain injury, highlighting its role in improving hemodynamic stability and early mobilization. He has also conducted pivotal comparative studies in multiple sclerosis (MS), showing that end-effector robot-assisted gait training (RAGT) can significantly improve walking ability, balance, and reduce fatigue—symptoms that profoundly impact quality of life even in early-stage MS. With a career spanning innovative clinical trials, Ancona’s work bridges engineering and patient care, providing evidence-based protocols that are shaping modern rehabilitation practice. His research is widely cited by clinicians and engineers alike, underscoring its practical impact on restoring independence in neurologically impaired populations.