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Jinfeng Xia is a leading researcher in rehabilitation robotics, with a focused mission to restore mobility for stroke survivors. His work centers on developing innovative robotic platforms for lower-limb and ankle rehabilitation, specifically targeting the motor impairments caused by hemiplegia. Xia’s major contributions include the design of a novel 6-DOF parallel ankle rehabilitation robot and a multi-arm lower-limb system for motor coordination training. These devices aim to replace the labor-intensive efforts of multiple therapists, addressing the critical shortage of rehabilitation personnel. His most cited paper, "Development of a New Robotic Ankle Rehabilitation Platform for Hemiplegic Patients after Stroke" (2018), has garnered 24 citations, underscoring its impact on the field. Through detailed kinematics and dynamics analysis, Xia has advanced the systemic design of rehabilitation robots, ensuring they provide effective, repeatable therapy to restore range of motion and walking ability. His work is pivotal in transforming post-stroke care, offering hope for improved quality of life in an aging society.