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Juntaek Hong is an emerging researcher specializing in rehabilitation robotics, pediatric motor disorders, and wearable exoskeleton technology. His work centers on advancing robot-assisted gait training (RAGT) as a transformative approach to rehabilitation for individuals with neurological conditions, with particular focus on children with cerebral palsy and static brain injury — populations that face significant and often chronic mobility challenges. Hong's most impactful contributions demonstrate a systematic effort to build the evidence base for wearable exoskeletons in clinical settings. His 2024 study on overground gait training in children with cerebral palsy (25 citations) established meaningful insights into the effectiveness of untethered robotic systems for pediatric rehabilitation, while earlier work examining safety and feasibility across neurological patients helped lay critical groundwork for broader clinical adoption. His 2025 narrative review synthesizing advances in both rigid and soft wearable robotic systems reflects his growing role as a synthesizer of the field's rapidly evolving landscape. With over 65 cumulative citations across four major publications in just three years, Hong's research is gaining notable traction. His work is particularly valuable for clinicians, engineers, and students seeking to understand how wearable robotics can meaningfully improve mobility outcomes in vulnerable patient populations.