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Luca Vollero is a leading researcher at the intersection of neurorobotics, rehabilitation engineering, and human-machine interaction. His work fundamentally explores how technology can restore and augment human function, particularly for individuals with motor impairments. A key contribution is his investigation into the "uncanny valley" of avatar embodiment, demonstrating how mismatched levels of sensory virtualization—specifically between sight and touch—disrupt the user's sense of body ownership (38 citations). In the domain of neuroprosthetics, he conducted a pioneering EEG-TMS co-registration study on a human amputee, revealing how a short-term intraneural implant for a robotic hand can modulate sensorimotor cortical integration (24 citations). Vollero has also made significant strides in stroke rehabilitation, developing adaptive filtering methods to decode movement intent for active motor training, and architecting modular telerehabilitation systems for upper limb robotic therapy. His work extends to the digital transformation of healthcare, addressing robust data management and blockchain for "Hospital 4.0." Notably, he demonstrated the feasibility of home-based robotic rehabilitation during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring continuity of care for stroke patients. Through this diverse portfolio, Vollero is shaping the future of embodied interaction and accessible neurorehabilitation.