Sari Merilampi
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About
Sari Merilampi is a leading researcher in assistive technology and rehabilitation engineering, with a focus on improving quality of life for older adults and individuals with neurological conditions. Her work spans three key areas: robotic rehabilitation for gait recovery, smart care environments for independent living, and technology co-design with end-users. Merilampi’s major contributions include demonstrating the feasibility and user experience of over-ground robotic exoskeletons for stroke and spinal cord injury rehabilitation, with her 2020 study on this topic garnering 13 citations. She has also pioneered the integration of mobile robots, passive RFID, and machine vision into modular smart furniture systems for elderly care, as seen in her 2020 work (11 citations) and subsequent validations (3 citations each). Notably, her research addresses critical challenges such as pandemic-era staff turnover risks (9 citations) and nighttime safety for older adults (5 citations). Merilampi’s innovative JOYRIDE system (2023) combines gamified exercise tours with mobile robots to promote physical activity among the elderly, showcasing her commitment to user-centered, engaging solutions. Her work is widely cited for its practical impact on rehabilitation and aging-in-place technologies.
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