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Fioravante Capone is a prominent neurologist and clinical researcher whose work sits at the intersection of neurorehabilitation, non-invasive brain stimulation, and robotic therapy, with a particular focus on stroke recovery. His research has made significant contributions to improving upper limb function in chronic stroke patients — a population for whom conventional rehabilitation often yields limited results. Capone is perhaps best known for pioneering investigations into transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation (tVNS) combined with robotic rehabilitation, a landmark 2017 study that has since accumulated 144 citations and demonstrated that this non-invasive pairing could meaningfully enhance upper limb recovery. This work offered a clinically accessible alternative to surgically implanted VNS devices, broadening treatment possibilities considerably. He has further explored combining robotic therapy with transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), contributing rigorous randomized clinical trial evidence to the field. Beyond laboratory findings, Capone has championed the translation of robotic rehabilitation into home-based settings, recognizing the practical barriers patients face in accessing clinical care. His contributions span safety assessments, kinematic outcome measurement, and multi-center trials, collectively advancing evidence-based neurorehabilitation. His body of work has shaped how clinicians approach severe, chronic stroke impairment worldwide.