About Me

Hi, my name is Ikhlas Ben Hmida, and I'm a Ph.D. Student at New York University! I'm a Tunisian living in the UAE, where I'm working as a Visiting Graduate Researcher as part of my study at NYU. I just completed my first  year of the Mechanical Engineering Program at Tandon and I'm now transitioning into NYUAD where I will be conducting my research at the Robot Learning and Control Lab. 

My work sits at the intersection of soft robotics, neural interfaces, and human-centered design. Through my research I aim to bridge the gap between innovation and impact, developing prosthetic solutions that empower real lives. When I’m not in the lab, you’ll find me documenting my journey, and building community through faith, purpose, and curiosity.