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Benjamin W. Gasser is a researcher at the intersection of rehabilitation robotics and software engineering for robotic systems. His work focuses on developing assistive technologies for individuals with motor impairments, particularly those recovering from stroke, while also advancing the tools used to build complex, distributed robotic software. Gasser’s most cited contribution is the design and performance characterization of a lightweight, low-profile hand orthosis prototype (27 citations), which provides power assistance for activities of daily living in post-stroke populations—a tangible step toward restoring independence. Complementing this, he co-developed ROSMOD, a model-driven development tool suite for the Robot Operating System (ROS), enabling rapid prototyping, deployment, and management of distributed real-time component-based software on embedded hardware (13 and 8 citations across two papers). This dual expertise—bridging hardware innovation with software infrastructure—positions Gasser as a versatile contributor to both rehabilitation engineering and robotics middleware. His work not only aids clinical populations but also empowers developers to build scalable, reliable robotic applications, reflecting a commitment to practical, impactful solutions in human-centered robotics.