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Scott Wilkes is a leading clinical researcher in stroke rehabilitation, with a primary focus on upper limb recovery and the evaluation of robotic-assisted therapies. His most significant contribution is the landmark RATULS (Robot Assisted Training for the Upper Limb after Stroke) programme, a multicentre randomised controlled trial that rigorously compared robot-assisted training using the MIT-Manus robotic gym against an enhanced upper limb therapy (EULT) programme and usual care. This pivotal work, published in 2019 and cited over 477 times, provided critical evidence on the clinical and cost-effectiveness of robotic rehabilitation for patients with moderate to severe arm impairment. Wilkes’ research extends beyond efficacy to include detailed analyses of intervention fidelity, goal selection, and economic evaluation, ensuring that his findings are both practical and policy-relevant. Through the RATULS trial, he has shaped contemporary understanding of post-stroke rehabilitation, demonstrating that while robot-assisted training is safe and feasible, it does not significantly outperform structured, high-intensity human-delivered therapy. His work remains essential reading for clinicians, researchers, and students seeking evidence-based approaches to restoring arm function after stroke.