Yuping Chen
Papers
13
Total Citations
166
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About
Yuping Chen is a prominent researcher specializing in pediatric rehabilitation robotics, human-robot interaction, and early detection of developmental disorders, particularly cerebral palsy (CP). Her work sits at a compelling intersection of assistive technology, motor development, and clinical therapy, addressing one of childhood's most common motor disabilities through innovative technological solutions. Chen's most influential contribution, a 2014 systematic review on robotic therapy for upper-extremity function in children with CP (61 citations), established a critical evidence base for the field. Building on this foundation, she pioneered investigations into how socially interactive humanoid robots can deliver corrective feedback to enhance motor rehabilitation in children, demonstrating that robots can effectively motivate and guide patients in ways comparable to human therapists. Her comparative studies examining robot versus human feedback on children's intrinsic motivation and motor performance represent particularly novel contributions to human-robot interaction research. Beyond upper-limb rehabilitation, Chen extended her expertise to infant development, designing smart-mobile systems and computer vision tools to monitor spontaneous kicking patterns as early biomarkers of developmental delay. This early-detection focus reflects her broader commitment to intervention across the entire developmental spectrum. With work spanning systematic reviews, sensor design, and behavioral studies, Chen has meaningfully advanced the scientific and practical foundations of technology-assisted pediatric rehabilitation.
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