Nazir Kamaldin

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Nazir Kamaldin is a leading figure in the field of rehabilitation robotics, with a core focus on developing soft wearable technologies that bridge the gap between neurorehabilitation and advanced brain imaging. His most notable contribution is the creation of the MR-Glove, a pioneering soft wearable robotic glove specifically designed to be compatible with functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI). This innovation, detailed in his highly cited 2016 paper (102 citations), allows researchers to observe real-time brain activity during hand rehabilitation exercises—a critical step for understanding neural recovery. By engineering a device that is both soft, safe for the MRI environment, and capable of delivering task-specific training, Kamaldin has enabled a new class of neuroimaging studies. His work directly addresses the challenge of linking motor therapy with cortical reorganization, offering profound insights into stroke and injury recovery. Through this integration of soft robotics and neuroscience, Kamaldin has established himself as a key innovator in assistive technology, with his MR-Glove serving as a foundational tool for future brain-computer interface and rehabilitation research.