Welcome to the Utah NeuroRobotics Lab Directed by Prof. Jacob A. George.
Our research seeks to assist and rehabilitate individuals with life-altering neuromuscular impairments (e.g., stroke, spinal cord injury, limb loss). Our research links rehabilitation robotics and sensorimotor neural engineering through biologically-inspired artificial intelligence. We leverage wearable and implantable brain-machine interfaces to restore and/or enhance human function.
Most lab websites are notoriously outdated; but not this one! Our website is updated weekly. Visit our news feed to see our latest highlights. For specific information about our ongoing research efforts, please visit our research page.
We are an interdisciplinary lab that is joint between the College of Engineering and the School of Medicine. We are affiliated with the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, the Department of Biomedical Engineering, the Department of Mechanical Engineering, the Center for Neural Interfaces, and the Utah Robotics Center. We have with students from a variety of different disciplines: electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, computer science, rehabilitation science, and neuroscience, just to name a few! Our diverse viewpoints drive innovation, and to this end, we value and respect individuals from all backgrounds.
If you are interested in volunteering in a research study to test out our cutting-edge technology, please visit our volunteer opportunities page.
If you are a student interested in joining our group, please visit our pages for undergraduate opportunities, masters opportunities and PhD opportunities!
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Recent News
Aubrie Aagard’s Outstanding Presentation on Neurorobotics and FES at the AAP Conference
Aubrie Aagard delivered an insightful presentation at the Association for Academic Physiatrists Annual Conference, showcasing how neurorobotics and FES can be effectively translated into clinical …Sci-Fi Tech Helping Veterans: University of Utah’s LUKE Arm on Fox 13
Fox 13 explores how the LUKE Arm, developed at the University of Utah, is transforming the lives of veterans. This segment delves into the real-world …Sci-Fi Becomes Reality: LUKE Arm Showcased at the Big Game
Hoodline magazine highlights how the LUKE Arm took center stage at one of the biggest sporting events of the year. With its groundbreaking prosthetic technology, …Cutting-Edge Robotics: LUKE Arm Featured at the Big Game
@theU covers the LUKE Arm’s high-profile appearance at the big game, showcasing its advanced capabilities and life-changing impact. This moment marks a significant milestone in …
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Contact
Director: Jacob A. George, Ph.D. (jake.george@utah.edu)
Office: Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital, 2125B
Lab: Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital, LL140