Evan Pezent

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Total Citations

135

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About

Evan Pezent is a leading researcher in rehabilitation robotics, with a primary focus on designing and characterizing robotic exoskeletons for coordinated hand-wrist therapy. His most influential work, "Design and characterization of the OpenWrist," has garnered 95 citations and addresses a critical gap in rehabilitation robotics—targeted, coordinated therapy for the hand and wrist, which is essential for motor recovery after neurological injury. Pezent’s research extends to assessing wrist movement with robotic devices (35 citations), where he demonstrates how exoskeletons can enhance traditional clinical assessments through precise, repeatable measurements. He also explores the nuanced effects of robot dynamics on movement smoothness during wrist pointing, showing that while movements are generally robust, certain perturbations can disrupt smooth motor output—a key metric in therapy outcomes. Pezent’s contributions are notable for bridging engineering and clinical application, advancing both the design of rehabilitation devices and the understanding of motor control. His work underscores the potential of robotics to deliver high-intensity, goal-oriented therapy, making him a key figure in the field of neurorehabilitation and assistive technology.