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Nicoletta Brunelli is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, specializing in the intersection of robotic therapy and non-invasive brain stimulation for stroke recovery. Her work focuses on developing innovative interventions for patients with severe upper limb impairments, particularly in the chronic phase of stroke—a population often underserved by conventional therapies. Brunelli’s major contributions include pioneering studies on combining robot-assisted rehabilitation with transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) to enhance motor recovery. Her 2016 paper on combining robotic training and non-invasive brain stimulation in severe chronic stroke patients (36 citations) established foundational safety and efficacy data, while her 2022 bi-center, double-blind trial on dual tDCS and exoskeleton robotic therapy (29 citations) provided rigorous clinical evidence for synergistic effects. These works have shaped rehabilitation protocols, demonstrating that targeted neuromodulation can amplify robotic training outcomes. With cumulative citations highlighting her impact, Brunelli’s research bridges engineering and clinical neuroscience, offering hope for improved quality of life in chronic stroke survivors. Her achievements include leading multicenter trials and advancing personalized neurorehabilitation strategies.