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Mohammad Tajdani is pioneering the next generation of soft robotic rehabilitation devices, with a focus on transforming assistive technology for pediatric populations. His primary research areas include soft robotics, dielectric elastomer actuators (DEAs), and biomimetic rehabilitation robots. Tajdani’s most notable contribution is the development of the DE-AFO, the first robotic ankle-foot orthosis powered by dielectric elastomer artificial muscle, designed specifically for children with cerebral palsy. This work addresses a critical gap in conventional passive AFOs, which have remained largely unchanged for decades. By introducing comfortable, unobtrusive, and adaptive actuation, his device promises to significantly improve mobility and quality of life for young patients. His complementary study on stacked dielectric elastomer actuators (SDEAs) demonstrates their viability as “artificial skeletal muscles” for forming soft motor units in rehabilitation robots and powered exoskeletons. With over 20 combined citations since 2024, Tajdani’s research is rapidly gaining recognition for its innovative approach to merging materials science with clinical rehabilitation. His work stands at the forefront of creating more natural, responsive, and patient-friendly robotic orthoses.