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Francesco Lago is a rising researcher in the field of rehabilitation and assistive robotics, with a focus on developing innovative devices to improve the quality of life for individuals with motor impairments. His key research areas include upper-limb rehabilitation, assistive feeding technologies, and systematic robotic design methodologies. Lago’s major contributions are highlighted by his critical review of upper-limb rehabilitation devices, which offers a systematic design approach for soft exosuits and hybrid exoskeletons, and his design of a wheelchair-mounted robotic arm for feeding assistance, which leverages 3D printing for accessibility. His work has garnered attention, with his top-cited papers each accumulating 15 citations, demonstrating early impact in the field. Notably, Lago also promotes STEM education through hands-on learning, as seen in his paper on a robot-sumo competition at UNICAL, which integrates engineering principles into engaging student activities. His recent systematic approach for robotic system development further underscores his commitment to unifying design processes across applications. With additional explorations into cable-driven parallel robots for wrist and finger rehabilitation and user-friendly chimney-cleaning robots, Lago’s diverse portfolio showcases his versatility and dedication to advancing robotic solutions for real-world challenges.