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Rosa Angela Fabio’s research sits at the intersection of cognitive neuroscience, neurorehabilitation, and assistive technology, with a particular focus on neurodevelopmental and consciousness disorders. Her most cited work, “Emotional Expression in Children With ASD,” explores how robot-based training can improve facial emotion recognition and expression in children with autism spectrum conditions, addressing a critical developmental delay. This study, with 37 citations, highlights her pioneering use of technological interventions to bridge social-cognitive gaps. More recently, Fabio has made significant contributions to the field of disorders of consciousness. Her retrospective study on “Improving Neuroplasticity through Robotic Verticalization Training in Patients with Minimally Conscious State” (9 citations) demonstrates that robotic verticalization can enhance motor and cognitive recovery by promoting neuroplasticity. Building on this, her work on “Cognitive Effects of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Plus Robotic Verticalization” (7 citations) combines non-invasive brain stimulation with robotic therapy, showing synergistic effects on cognitive function in minimally conscious patients. These studies underscore her innovative, multi-modal approach to rehabilitation, offering new hope for patients with severe brain injuries and neurodevelopmental conditions.