Research Projects
Click on the links to view detailed information about each research project. Each Research Project links to a page that includes an Abstract and Publications. It also may include links to other relevant sites.
For more information about individual research projects, inquiries may be sent directly to the contact listed for each project.
R1. Restoration of Arm and Hand Function using Integrated Robotic and Orthotic Systems
This project develops a passive upper extremity orthosis to promote reach-to-grasp tasks in stroke survivors
Derek Kamper, PhD
d-kamper@northwestern.edu
R2. Short and Long-Term Adaptation of Over-Ground Ambulation in Subjects with Chronic Stroke following Robotic-Assistance, Body Weight Supported Gait Training
This project assesses the rate and extent of recovery of over-ground ambulation in individuals with chronic stroke using specific gait re-training paradigms
George Hornby, PhD, PT
g-hornby@northwestern.edu
R 3. Computerized Training of Conversational Scripts to Facilitate Integration into the Community and Work Force
This project develops, implements, and evaluates a treatment program for individuals with aphasia that uses computerized oral reading of individualized scripts to practice routine communication activities such as ordering in a restaurant and requesting information on the phone.
Leora Cherney, PhD
lcherney@ric.org
Anita Halper, MA
ahalper@ric.org
R4. The Use of Emotionally Expressive and Narrative Writing to Facilitate Coping and Adaptation after Stroke
This study assesses how writing in different ways about the experience of recovery can help physical and psychological health and activity after stroke.
Robert Hartke, PhD
rhartke@ric.org
Rosemarie B. King, PhD
rbking@northwestern.edu
Florence Denby, CNP
fdenby@ric.org
Other Resources
American Stroke Association
National Stroke Association
National Aphasia Association
The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago Education and Training Center
Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center on Machines Assisting Recovery from Stroke (MARS)
The RIC Center for Aphasia Research