Giacomo Koch

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Giacomo Koch is a leading figure in clinical neurophysiology and neurorehabilitation, whose work has fundamentally shaped the safe application of non-invasive brain stimulation. His primary research focuses on transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), motor recovery after stroke, and the integration of neuromodulation with robotic rehabilitation. Koch’s most impactful contribution is his leadership in updating the global safety and ethical guidelines for TMS use, a consensus paper that has garnered over 1,470 citations and serves as the essential reference for researchers and clinicians worldwide. This work ensures the safe expansion of TMS into both healthy populations and diverse patient groups. Beyond safety, he is pioneering novel therapeutic protocols, such as combining cortico-cortical stimulation with robot-assisted therapy to enhance upper limb recovery after stroke, addressing the critical need to reintegrate sensory and motor function. Through these high-impact guidelines and innovative rehabilitation trials, Koch has established himself as a pivotal force in translating brain stimulation science into practical, life-changing clinical applications.

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1. 1
   Safety and recommendations for TMS use in healthy subjects and patient populations, with updates on training, ethical and regulatory issues: Expert Guidelines

   1,471 citations · 2020
2. 2
   Cortico-cortical stimulation and robot-assisted therapy (CCS and RAT) for upper limb recovery after stroke: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial

   11 citations · 2023

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