The field of wearable robotics has witnessed tremendous advancements in recent years. These devices, including exoskeletons and prosthetics, offering solutions from physical rehabilitation and mobility assistance to skill enhancement, hold the potential to significantly transform our quality of life. However, the true potential can only be realized if the devices are comfortable, intuitive to use, and capable of integrating seamlessly with the wearer's body and mind.
Our workshop of NeuroWearX delves into the synergistic integration of human, AI, and machine through wearable/implantable neural interfacing technologies, revolutionizing healthcare for equity and accessibility for human everyday life assistance and augmentation. Our focus is on the development of neural interfaces and the design of interaction technologies, including biosensors, wearable robotics, Virtual/Augmented Realities and human-AI interactions, with a strong commitment to patient-centric, clinical outcome-driven solutions. To achieve the maximum user experiences and democratization of neural technologies, we will also investigate the background principles of neuroscience and behavioral psychology to understand how humans interact with technology at a cognitive and physiological level. It aims to inform the design of wearable devices in a way that maximizes user acceptance, comfort, efficiency, and overall satisfaction. For example, by understanding the neural mechanisms underlying proprioception (our sense of body position and movement), designers can create wearable devices that provide feedback in a manner that aligns with our brain’s expectations, making the devices feel more like an extension of our own body. In addition, our workshop promotes translational neurotechnologies. We will also navigate the path from research to market, discuss the topics of how to conduct effective technology transfer, and the commercialization of these technologies for a diverse range of populations. Specifically, we will bring together domain experts to discuss critical aspects spanning the following spectrum:
* Personalized Treatment
* Improved Patient Experience
* Increased Accessibility and Affordability of the Devices
* Enhanced Rehabilitation
* Prevention and Early Intervention
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Seize the unique opportunity to showcase your work, engage with pioneers in the field of Wearable Robotics and Neurorehabilitation
We invite you to submit your abstract to share your recent findings, innovative designs, and transformative insights in this rapidly evolving field. The submitted abstracts will be presented in a dedicated poster session. All professionals from around the globe will have network opportunity to discuss, present, and forge the future of cutting-edge technology of neurodesign in wearable solutions.
Topics of Interest
Abstracts are invited on topics that relate to but are not limited to:
● Understanding and optimizing human-robot interaction between the patient and the wearable device
● Fundamentals of wearable robot design, mechanism, control and machine learning algorithms
● Principles of neural mechanisms, interfacing and sensorimotor control for robotics
● Advanced sensors and actuators in wearable rehabilitation and prosthetics
● Wearable exoskeletons for movement therapy
● Recent advancements in soft robotics for neurorehabilitation
● Hybrid systems where biological and artificial components are integrated
● Neuroplasticity and its relationship with robotic-assisted rehabilitation
● Robotics-assisted training and assessment
● Brain-computer interfaces in wearable rehab technology
● Biomechanics of wearable robots
● Biomimetic and Biohybrid Systems
● Patient and clinician experiences
● Patient-Centered Design
● Patient-specific adaptation and personalization of wearable robotic systems
● Integration of Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) with wearable robotics
● Real-world applications, case studies, and success stories
● Challenges, ethical considerations, and future prospects
Guidelines for Submission:
1. The submitted extended abstracts (short papers) should be 2 pages.
2. Authors should use the IEEE template: https://www.ieee.org/conferences/publishing/templates.html for the submission. All papers are to be submitted via the submission system of Google Form (https://forms.gle/y6FvyN4DLWReXFFi8).
3. Include any relevant keywords related to your study.
Important Dates:
Abstract Submission Deadline: June 25, 2024; July 3, 2024
Notification of Acceptance: July 7, 2024
Review Process:
All submitted abstracts will undergo a rigorous peer-review process by a panel of experts in the field. Accepted abstracts will be invited for poster presentations (both online & onsite).
Publication:
Accepted abstracts will be published in the workshop proceedings via Communications in Computer and Information Science in SpringerLink, and their expansion (Full papers) may be considered for inclusion in a special edition of Frontiers in Robotics and AI:
https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/51072/neurodesign-in-human-robot-interaction-the-making-of-engaging-hri-technology-your-brain-cant-resist
How to Submit:
Please visit our official website (https://www.neurodesign-hri.ws/neurowearx-2024) and navigate to the 'Abstract Submission' . Follow the instructions to upload your document. If you have any queries or need assistance, please contact us at info.neurowearx@gmail.com or submit the question form below.
We anticipate a stimulating exchange of ideas and look forward to your valuable contributions that will shape the future of wearable robotics in neurorehabilitation.
Warm regards,
Organizing Committee
