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My background is in electrical and biomedical engineering with specific training and experience in robotics, human biomechanics and movement and rehabilitation science. The broad focus of my research is to characterize the mechanisms underlying the loss of independent joint control of the arm, leg and trunk following brain injury due to stroke. I am interested in applying the knowledge of the mechanisms underlying the motor impairments gained from this research to devise and implement new approaches for delivering effective arm rehabilitation interventions to stroke survivors. The main approach that I am pursuing in my research is the development of portable robotic devices that can be used for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes to help stroke survivors regain movement of the arm.
Training Experience
2003 | Postdoctoral Fellowship, Northwestern University |
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Biomedical Engineering, Case Western Reserve University
… → 2002
Research interests keywords
- Bioengineering
- Brain Injury
- Movement Control
- Neural Engineering
- Rehabilitation/Therapy
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Effect of Neural Constraints on Movement in Stroke
Dewald, J. P. A. (PD/PI), Yao, J. (PD/PI), Acosta, A. (Co-Investigator), Heckman, C. (Co-Investigator), Urday, S. (Co-Investigator) & Kim, K.-Y. A. (Other)
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
8/1/24 → 7/31/29
Project: Research project
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The role of the cortex and brainstem in motor preparation for proximal and distal upper extremity movements
Yao, J. (PD/PI), Yao, J. (PD/PI), Acosta, A. (Co-Investigator), Acosta, A. (Co-Investigator), Dewald, J. P. A. (Co-Investigator), Dewald, J. P. A. (Co-Investigator), Drogos, J. (Co-Investigator), Drogos, J. (Co-Investigator), Kwasny, M. J. (Co-Investigator) & Kwasny, M. J. (Co-Investigator)
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
6/1/21 → 5/31/26
Project: Research project
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Northwestern University Postbaccalaureate Research Education Program
Acosta, A. (PD/PI), Disterhoft, J. F. (PD/PI) & Disterhoft, J. F. (Other)
National Institute of General Medical Sciences
5/13/22 → 4/30/25
Project: Research project
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Building Up
Acosta, A. (PD/PI)
University of Pittsburgh, National Institute of General Medical Sciences
10/1/20 → 6/30/21
Project: Research project
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Reflex hyperexcitability in hemiparetic stroke during ballistic reaching
Acosta, A. (PD/PI)
1/1/20 → 12/31/21
Project: Research project
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Test-Retest Reliability and Minimal Detectable Change of Body Function Impairment and Activity Limitation Outcomes Using a Mechatronic Evaluation Designed for Inpatient Stroke Research
Gyarmaty, J. E., Abiusi, F. S., Hoffman, N. B., Ibrahim, R. E., Linne, E. R., Matta, S., Nissen, C. R., Sankaran, M. A., Smith, A. M., Acosta, A. M. & Ellis, M. D., Mar 2025, In: Archives of Rehabilitation Research and Clinical Translation. 7, 1, 100385.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Stretch Reflex Excitability Quantification in Elbow and Shoulder Using a Haptic Robot
Plaisier, T. A. M., Acosta, A. M. & Dewald, J. P. A., 2024, Biosystems and Biorobotics. Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, p. 73-77 5 p. (Biosystems and Biorobotics; vol. 32).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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The role of the deep cervical extensor muscles in multi-directional isometric neck strength
Abbott, R., Elliott, J. M., Murphey, T. & Acosta, A., May 2024, In: Journal of Biomechanics. 168, 112096.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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A Method for Quantification of Stretch Reflex Excitability During Ballistic Reaching
Plaisier, T. A. M., Acosta, A. M. & Dewald, J. P. A., 2023, In: IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering. 31, p. 2698-2704 7 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Implementation of Impairment-Based Neurorehabilitation Devices and Technologies Following Brain Injury
Dewald, J. P. A., Ellis, M. D., Acosta, A. M., Sohn, M. H. & Plaisier, T. A. M., Jan 1 2022, Neurorehabilitation Technology, Third Edition. Springer International Publishing, p. 89-112 24 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
2 Scopus citations