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Juan P. Dominguez-Morales is a prominent researcher at the forefront of neuromorphic computing and bioinspired robotics, whose work bridges computational neuroscience with practical robotic applications. His research centers on spiking neural networks (SNNs), central pattern generators (CPGs), and the neuromorphic implementation of sensory processing systems that emulate biological intelligence. Dominguez-Morales has made significant contributions to neuromorphic locomotion, most notably through his development of spiking CPGs deployed on the SpiNNaker neuromorphic hardware platform. His landmark "Neuropod" system (2019, 66 citations) demonstrated real-time bioinspired locomotion control, while subsequent adaptive CPG work pushed these systems toward true environmental responsiveness. His research in multisensory integration — combining auditory localization with collision avoidance (31 citations) — mirrors the elegant sensory fusion found in biological organisms. More recently, he has advanced neuromorphic navigation by incorporating hippocampal and parietal cortex models into robotic systems, enabling spatial memory and environment mapping through SNNs. His work on auditory perception for platforms like iCub further demonstrates his commitment to embodied neuromorphic intelligence. With over 180 cumulative citations spanning hardware implementation, sensory fusion, and bio-inspired cognition, Dominguez-Morales represents a vital voice in making neuromorphic systems practically viable for next-generation robotics.