Stephanie Bobe
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Stephanie Bobe is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of rehabilitation robotics and therapeutic interaction, with a primary focus on stroke rehabilitation and human-robot interaction. Her most cited work, "Feasibility, coverage, and inter-rater reliability of the assessment of therapeutic interaction by a humanoid robot providing arm rehabilitation to stroke survivors using the instrument THER-I-ACT" (2023, 3 citations), represents a significant methodological contribution to the field. Bobe’s major achievement lies in adapting the THERapy-related InterACTion (THER-I-ACT) instrument—originally designed for human therapist-patient settings—for use with humanoid robots, thereby establishing a reliable framework for evaluating the quality of therapeutic interactions in digital rehabilitation contexts. This work addresses a critical gap in understanding how robotic systems can effectively engage patients during motor recovery. While her citation count is still growing, the novelty of her approach positions her as an emerging leader in quantifying therapeutic rapport in technology-mediated rehabilitation. Her research has direct implications for improving robot-assisted therapy protocols, making stroke rehabilitation more accessible and consistent. Bobe’s contributions are particularly valuable for students and researchers exploring how to design and assess socially assistive robots that can meaningfully interact with patients during physical therapy.
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