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Kazuto Kora is a researcher whose work sits at the intersection of rehabilitation robotics, biomechatronics, and control systems, with a primary focus on developing assistive technologies for stroke survivors. His most significant contribution is the design and development of the Human-inspired Robotic Exoskeleton (HuREx), a novel lower-limb gait trainer that uses pneumatic muscle actuators to mimic human musculoskeletal dynamics. Kora’s key innovations include the use of 3D printing and fiber reinforcement for custom-fit, lightweight exoskeleton components, and the implementation of advanced control strategies—such as impedance control with model-based feedforward compensation—to ensure soft, safe, and effective human-robot interaction. His work on an acute stroke gait rehabilitation device further underscores his commitment to addressing the critical, early-phase rehabilitation needs of stroke patients. With his most-cited paper accumulating 26 citations, Kora’s research has laid a foundational framework for accessible, high-performance robotic rehabilitation. His achievements in nonlinear model-based control and automatic tuning of rehabilitation systems have advanced the field toward more intelligent, patient-responsive therapy, making him a notable contributor to the future of neurorehabilitation engineering.