Xiaopei Wu

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Xiaopei Wu is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of neural engineering and human-machine interaction, with key contributions in brain-computer interfaces (BCIs), neural implants, and assistive robotics. Their groundbreaking 2004 work, "Thought communication and control: a first step using radiotelegraphy" (66 citations), introduced a revolutionary concept: direct neural-to-neural communication between humans via the Internet, using implantable electrodes to link nervous systems with robotic prosthetics. This early demonstration of "thought transmission" laid foundational groundwork for modern brain-to-brain interfaces. More recently, Wu's 2024 study on a "Multimodal brain-controlled system for rehabilitation training" (15 citations) combines asynchronous online BCIs with exoskeletons, enabling paralyzed patients to control limb movement through neural signals alone. This work represents a significant leap in practical neurorehabilitation, integrating real-time EEG decoding with robotic assistance. Wu's research uniquely bridges invasive and non-invasive neural interfaces, advancing both fundamental neuroscience and clinical applications. Their work has been cited across engineering, neuroscience, and rehabilitation medicine, establishing Wu as a visionary in creating direct biological-machine communication pathways.