Alexandra Breen
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Alexandra Breen investigates the intersection of human perception and motor control, with a primary focus on how sensory cues—particularly visual and haptic feedback—shape our sense of limb position and movement, a field known as kinesthesia. Her most-cited work, "Contribution of Visual Motion Cues from a Held Tool to Kinesthesia" (2018), has garnered 9 citations and offers a foundational insight into how tools extend our perceptual awareness. In this study, Breen demonstrated that visual motion signals from a held object can significantly influence the brain’s estimation of arm movement, revealing a dynamic interplay between vision and proprioception. This contribution is notable for its practical implications in fields like rehabilitation robotics and virtual reality, where understanding tool-mediated perception can enhance user experience and motor learning. Breen’s research stands out for its elegant experimental design, bridging basic neuroscience with applied technology. Her work continues to inform how we design interfaces and prosthetics that leverage natural sensory integration, making her a rising voice in the study of embodied perception and motor control.
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- 1Contribution of Visual Motion Cues from a Held Tool to Kinesthesia9 citations · 2018