Federica Impellizzeri

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Dr. Federica Impellizzeri is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of neurorehabilitation and emerging technologies. Her work focuses on restoring function and consciousness in patients with severe neurological impairments, specifically exploring how virtual reality (VR), gamification, and non-invasive brain stimulation can revolutionize therapeutic outcomes. Her most impactful contribution is a 2025 systematic review (11 citations) that synthesizes evidence on using VR and gamified approaches to enhance rehabilitation for neuromuscular diseases (NMDs), offering a roadmap for transforming passive therapy into engaging, patient-driven recovery. She has also made significant strides in treating disorders of consciousness (DoCs), with a 2024 study (7 citations) demonstrating that combining transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) with robotic verticalization training (RVT) can yield measurable cognitive improvements in minimally conscious state patients. This work bridges motor and cognitive rehabilitation, suggesting that even profoundly impaired brains retain plasticity when stimulated appropriately. Dr. Impellizzeri’s research is notable for its translational ambition—taking cutting-edge tools from labs to bedside—and its focus on patient populations often overlooked by mainstream rehabilitation science. Her growing citation record underscores her role as an emerging leader in technology-driven neurorehabilitation.