Mina Baniasad

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Mina Baniasad is a researcher whose work sits at the intersection of medical robotics and neurorehabilitation, with a particular focus on developing robotic systems to aid in the recovery of patients with neurological injuries. Her most significant contribution is the development of the "Wrist-RoboHab," a novel haptic robot designed for the treatment and evaluation of brain injury patients, including those recovering from stroke, orthopedic conditions, and Parkinson's disease. This device, detailed in her most-cited paper (12 citations), uniquely combines therapeutic hand movement therapy with diagnostic evaluation capabilities, operating in three distinct states for forearm supination and pronation exercises. Baniasad's work addresses a critical need in rehabilitation by creating a single platform that can both treat and assess patient progress. Additionally, her broader review work in "Medical Robotics" (2013) demonstrates her comprehensive understanding of the field, covering key areas such as image-guided surgery and computer-assisted systems. While her citation counts reflect a focused, early-career impact, her development of the Wrist-RoboHab represents a tangible step toward more intelligent, data-driven rehabilitation tools that can improve outcomes for patients with motor impairments.