Yupeng Ren

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, Rehabtek (United States)

Papers

19

Total Citations

1,060

H-Index

14

About

Yupeng Ren is a leading biomedical engineer and rehabilitation robotics researcher whose work sits at the intersection of neuroscience, biomechanics, and assistive technology. His research focuses primarily on developing robotic exoskeletons and rehabilitation devices for individuals with neurological impairments, including stroke survivors and children with cerebral palsy. Ren has made landmark contributions through the design of innovative systems such as the IntelliArm, a 7+2 degree-of-freedom upper limb exoskeleton capable of diagnosing and treating multi-joint impairments, and wearable ankle rehabilitation robots suited for acute post-stroke care. His work has consistently addressed a critical gap: the shortage of effective, patient-accessible rehabilitation technology for both clinical and home settings. Notably, Ren pioneered EMG-based decoding techniques that enable continuous, simultaneous estimation of arm movements across multiple joints, advancing human-machine interaction for exoskeleton control. His research has garnered over 920 citations across his top works alone, reflecting its broad influence in the field. Ren's commitment to translating laboratory innovations into portable, home-based solutions underscores his dedication to making transformative rehabilitation technology accessible to the patients who need it most.

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14
H-Index
19
Papers
1,060
Total Citations
56
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Developing a Wearable Ankle Rehabilitation Robotic Device for in-Bed Acute Stroke Rehabilitation
142 citations · 2016
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2016 (3 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 47
🏛 Institutions: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, Rehabtek (United States)

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