Marta Frigeni
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Marta Frigeni is a biomedical engineer whose research focuses on advancing facial rehabilitation through innovative bioelectronic interfaces. Her work centers on the development of closed-loop pacing systems for facial paralysis, a life-altering condition that impairs function, appearance, and communication. Frigeni’s most notable contribution is her pioneering study on surface electromyographic (sEMG) mapping of the orbicularis oculi muscle for real-time blink detection, published in 2014. This work, which has garnered 31 citations, represents a critical first step toward closed-loop facial pacing—a theoretical but promising approach to reanimation. By demonstrating how sEMG signals can be used to detect and potentially trigger natural blink patterns, Frigeni has laid the groundwork for restoring both functional and expressive movement in patients with facial paralysis. Her research bridges the gap between neural signal processing and practical rehabilitation devices, offering hope for improved quality of life. Frigeni’s contributions are particularly significant for students and researchers in neural engineering, rehabilitation robotics, and assistive technology, as her work exemplifies how foundational biosignal analysis can drive transformative clinical applications.
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