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Ju-Hwan Bae is a leading figure in rehabilitation robotics, with a focused career dedicated to restoring hand and upper-extremity function for stroke survivors. His research centers on the design of wearable robotic orthoses and intelligent sensor systems that bridge the gap between human intent and mechanical assistance. Bae’s most impactful contribution is the DULEX-II, a wearable hand rehabilitation robot detailed in his 2012 paper (32 citations). This device, a robotic orthosis with three degrees of freedom, assists motions of the wrist and fingers, providing crucial support for stroke rehabilitation. He further advanced the field by developing a novel wrist rehabilitation robot (2019, 9 citations) featuring a safety-related mechanism with an electromagnetic clutch and brake, enabling both passive and active therapy modes. Complementing these robotic systems, Bae also created a wireless data glove (2009, 9 citations) that uses flexible sensors to measure finger and wrist flexion, serving as a critical interface for unrestricted upper-extremity rehabilitation. Through this integrated approach—combining exoskeleton design, safe actuation, and intuitive sensing—Bae has made foundational contributions to assistive technology, directly impacting the quality of life for individuals recovering from neurological injury.