Ilanit Baum-Cohen
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Ilanit Baum-Cohen is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction and neurorehabilitation, with a primary focus on developing socially assistive robotic (SAR) platforms for individuals with neurodegenerative conditions. Her most notable contribution is the participatory-design and feasibility testing of a novel SAR platform specifically tailored for cognitive-motor exercises in Parkinson's disease (PD), a groundbreaking study published in 2023 that has already garnered 7 citations. This work stands out for its rigorous end-user involvement—engaging individuals with PD, clinicians, and engineers from conception through testing—ensuring the technology addresses real-world rehabilitation needs. Baum-Cohen’s research uniquely bridges robotics, motor learning, and patient-centered design, demonstrating how SAR can deliver personalized, engaging interventions that target both cognitive and motor deficits simultaneously. Her approach has significant implications for expanding access to rehabilitation, particularly for populations with limited mobility or access to specialized care. By prioritizing usability and clinical relevance, Baum-Cohen is shaping the future of assistive robotics, moving the field beyond proof-of-concept toward practical, scalable solutions that empower patients and clinicians alike.
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