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Kil-Byung Lim is a leading researcher in rehabilitation robotics, with a primary focus on developing and validating robotic systems for lower-limb recovery after neurological injury. His work bridges mechanical design and clinical application, most notably through his pioneering 2006 paper on a reconfigurable ankle rehabilitation robot, which has garnered 113 citations and introduced a versatile mechanism capable of performing traditional ankle rotations alongside toe and heel raises—a significant advance in accommodating diverse exercise modes. In the clinical domain, Lim has conducted rigorous trials to assess real-world efficacy. His 2023 randomized controlled pilot study on end-effector lower-limb robot-assisted gait training in subacute stroke patients (18 citations) demonstrated measurable improvements in mobility, while his 2022 retrospective study comparing exoskeletal-type gait training in ataxic versus hemiplegic stroke patients (5 citations) provided critical insights into condition-specific responses to robotic therapy. By systematically evaluating both hardware design and patient outcomes, Lim has helped establish evidence-based protocols for robotic rehabilitation, making him a key figure in translating engineering innovations into tangible clinical benefits for stroke survivors.