Julija Ocepek

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Dr. Julija Ocepek is a pioneering researcher in rehabilitation robotics and neurorehabilitation, with a focus on understanding how stroke survivors interact with robotic training systems. Her key research areas include human-robot interaction, psychophysiological responses during rehabilitation, and post-stroke recovery phases. Her most influential work, "Psychophysiological responses to robot training in different recovery phases after stroke" (2011, 14 citations), is a landmark study that critically examined the use of physiological measures—such as heart rate and skin conductance—to objectively assess patients' psychological states during robot-assisted therapy. This research highlighted the complex interplay between physical exertion, neurological impairment, and emotional responses, providing essential insights for designing more adaptive and patient-centered rehabilitation technologies. Dr. Ocepek's contributions have helped bridge the gap between engineering and clinical practice, offering a nuanced understanding of how robotic systems can be tailored to individual recovery trajectories. Her work continues to inform the development of intelligent rehabilitation tools that respond not only to motor performance but also to the user's cognitive and emotional state, advancing the field toward more holistic and effective stroke rehabilitation.