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Marius Cristian Luculescu is a researcher at the forefront of assistive technology, specializing in brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) and human-robot interaction. His work centers on developing intuitive control systems that empower individuals with severe neuromotor disabilities, including paralysis and loss of speech. Luculescu’s major contributions lie in integrating commercial, low-cost devices—such as the NeuroSky Mindwave headset and Leap Motion sensor—with the NI myRIO and LabVIEW platforms to create functional, real-world assistive tools. His most-cited paper (2018, 6 citations) demonstrates a BCI that translates voluntary eye-blinks into commands for mobile robot control, a theme he has expanded across multiple studies. He has also pioneered virtual robot arm control via hand gestures (2019, 5 citations) and developed an experimental robotic hand controlled by EEG-detected eye-blinks (2019, 5 citations). With a portfolio of highly applied work, Luculescu’s research consistently bridges the gap between neural signal processing and practical robotics, offering scalable, affordable solutions for rehabilitation and daily assistance. His notable achievements include the seamless integration of Bluetooth communication and graphical user interfaces, making complex BCI systems accessible for prototyping and future clinical deployment.