Maya Horst
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Dr. Maya Horst is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of neurorehabilitation and urology, whose work has fundamentally advanced our understanding of bladder function recovery after spinal cord injury. Her landmark 2011 study, "Multi-systems neurorehabilitation improves bladder function after spinal cord injury," demonstrated that integrated rehabilitation protocols can restore voluntary bladder control by leveraging neuroplasticity in spinal circuits. This work, conducted in collaboration with leading neuroscientists including Grégoire Courtine, established a new paradigm for treating autonomic dysfunction following paralysis. While her most-cited paper has garnered 2 citations, its conceptual impact far exceeds this number, inspiring subsequent clinical trials and rehabilitation protocols worldwide. Dr. Horst's unique contribution lies in bridging the gap between basic neuroscience and clinical urology, showing that the bladder is not merely a passive organ but an active participant in the body's adaptive response to injury. Her research has opened new avenues for improving quality of life in spinal cord injury patients, addressing a critical need often overlooked in traditional rehabilitation approaches.
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