Maria Casagrande
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Maria Casagrande is a leading voice in the emerging field of embodied rehabilitation robotics, with a core focus on human-robot interaction and assistive technologies for spinal cord injury (SCI). Her most-cited work, "Exoskeletons for Mobility after Spinal Cord Injury: A Personalized Embodied Approach" (2022, 31 citations), represents a paradigm shift in how we design wearable robotic devices. Rather than treating exoskeletons as mere mechanical aids, Casagrande argues for a deeply personalized, user-centered design that integrates the psychological and physiological needs of the individual. This work has been instrumental in moving the field beyond purely technical benchmarks toward a more holistic understanding of user agency and embodiment. Her research bridges biomechanics, cognitive science, and robotics, challenging engineers to consider how a device feels to its user, not just how it performs. By championing this "personalized embodied approach," Casagrande is shaping a future where assistive technologies are not just tools, but true extensions of the self, profoundly impacting the quality of life for individuals with SCIs.
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