Fatimah Al-Ani

Khalifa University of Science and Technology

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Dr. Fatimah Al-Ani is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of rehabilitation robotics and cognitive neuroscience, with a primary focus on assistive technologies for stroke recovery. Her most cited work, "Adaptation Robotics and Cognitive Load: Use of a Supernumerary Finger for Activities of Daily Living" (2025, 4 citations), investigates how Supernumerary Robotic Fingers (SRFs) impact cognitive function during everyday tasks. This study is notable for addressing the critical gap between robotic assistance and the cognitive demands placed on users—a key factor in real-world rehabilitation success. Dr. Al-Ani’s contributions illuminate how augmentative devices can be designed to minimize mental workload, thereby enhancing usability for individuals with motor impairments. Her research is particularly timely given the rising global incidence of stroke, and her work offers actionable insights for developing more intuitive, user-centered robotic aids. By bridging engineering and cognitive science, Dr. Al-Ani is shaping the future of adaptive rehabilitation technologies, ensuring that assistive devices not only restore function but also preserve cognitive resources.