Marcia O’Malley: Mechanical Engineering Distinguished Seminar Series

Title Neuromodulation and Robotics for Upper Limb Rehabilitation and Movement Assistance Abstract Neurological injuries including stroke and spinal cord injury result in long-term disability, yet intensive and engaging rehabilitation can restore motor coordination and independence for many individuals. In particular, robotic rehabilitation has received significant attention for upper-limb therapy due to its ability to provide high-intensity repetitive movement therapy. For others who cannot regain function, assistive devices can facilitate movements. Research in my lab has focused on increasing patient engagement in robotic therapy, which has been shown to be important for inducing neural plasticity to facilitate recovery. We are also developing control algorithms for hybrid neuromodulation and robotic systems that can reanimate paralyzed limbs. This talk will survey our recent advances, including the design of novel exoskeleton-type robotic devices, adaptive control architectures for upper extremity… Marcia O'Malley: Mechanical Engineering Distinguished Seminar Series is scheduled at Ofelia Miramontes and Leonard Baca Education Building in Boulder on Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 12:30 pm. Presented by Mechanical Engineering, the date, time and location for this community event were verified against the organizer’s official calendar. Admission information: See official source for current pricing.…

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