Marta Di Nicola

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Marta Di Nicola is a leading researcher in pediatric rehabilitation robotics, with a focused expertise in applying robot-assisted therapy to improve motor outcomes for children with cerebral palsy (CP). Her major contributions center on synthesizing clinical evidence for two critical interventions: upper limb robotic therapy and robot-assisted gait training. In her highly cited 2025 systematic review (17 citations), she comprehensively evaluated the efficacy of robotic systems for personalized upper limb rehabilitation, demonstrating how these technologies can address permanent movement disorders and activity limitations in children with CP. Her 2024 systematic review (5 citations) specifically assessed the Lokomat® exoskeleton’s potential to improve gait, providing rigorous evidence for robot-assisted gait training protocols. Di Nicola’s work is notable for its methodological rigor, following PRISMA guidelines, and for bridging the gap between engineering innovation and clinical practice. Her research directly informs personalized rehabilitation strategies, offering clinicians and families evidence-based pathways to enhance motor function and quality of life. With a clear focus on translating robotic technologies into tangible therapeutic benefits, Di Nicola is shaping the future of pediatric neurorehabilitation.