Fatima Nasrallah
The University of Queensland, Agency for Science, Technology and Research
Papers
6
Total Citations
390
H-Index
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About
Fatima Nasrallah is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of neurorehabilitation and soft robotics, whose work is redefining post-stroke recovery. Her primary research areas include soft wearable robotics, functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), and the neurophysiological mechanisms of motor rehabilitation. Nasrallah’s major contribution is the development of MRI-compatible soft robotic gloves—most notably the MR-Glove and MRC-glove—which enable real-time brain imaging during hand rehabilitation exercises. This breakthrough allows researchers to observe, for the first time, how proprioceptive stimulation and passive range-of-motion exercises activate motor networks in stroke survivors. Her landmark 2017 study on a soft robotic glove for hand function assistance has garnered 189 citations, underscoring its impact on assistive technology design. Her subsequent work, including a 2021 study with 15 citations, directly links soft-robotic stimulation to measurable changes in brain connectivity, offering a mechanistic explanation for improved motor outcomes. By merging engineering innovation with clinical neuroscience, Nasrallah has created a powerful platform for understanding and enhancing neuroplasticity, positioning her as a leading voice in the future of stroke rehabilitation.
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