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P. Coignard is a pioneering researcher in assistive and rehabilitation robotics, with a focus on restoring mobility and independence for individuals with neurological injuries or age-related impairments. Their most impactful work centers on the clinical evaluation of advanced robotic systems, most notably the self-balancing walking exoskeleton Atalante. In a landmark 2021 study, Coignard demonstrated the safety and performance of this device in patients with complete motor spinal cord injury, a contribution that has garnered 36 citations and represents a significant step toward practical, overground walking assistance for severe paralysis. Beyond exoskeletons, Coignard has explored the usability of mobile robotic grasping arms for indoor assistance (ANSO study) and investigated the role of the Robo-K device in improving gait and balance for neurological patients. Their research also delves into the human-robot interaction, examining the psychological and symbolic factors that shape a user’s first encounter with a humanoid robot, as well as the relevance of assistive robots for elderly care in institutional settings. Through this body of work, Coignard has advanced both the engineering and the human-centered deployment of rehabilitation technologies, bridging the gap between robotic capability and real-world clinical benefit.