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Janeth Arias Guadalupe is a rising leader in the field of soft robotics and biomedical engineering, with a focused expertise in Shape Memory Alloy (SMA) actuators. Her research bridges the gap between advanced materials science and practical rehabilitation technology, aiming to create more natural, wearable, and effective robotic devices. Her major contributions include the development of an "SMA-Based Soft Exo-Glove" for rehabilitation therapy, which addresses the rigidity limitations of traditional exoskeletons. She has also pioneered a novel multi-wire SMA actuator capable of high-frequency displacement, expanding the operational possibilities for these lightweight, silent, and high-force actuators. Demonstrating a clear translational impact, her work on replicating normal gait patterns for pediatric patients with Cerebral Palsy highlights her commitment to solving critical medical challenges. With her most cited papers accumulating over 60 citations, including her 2023 exo-glove paper (28 citations) and her 2021 efficiency analysis (23 citations), Janeth is establishing herself as a key innovator in making rehabilitation robotics more biomimetic and accessible for vulnerable populations.