The "Bridging Human Locomotion Neuromechanics and Assistive Robotics" workshop aims to connect neuroscience, biomechanics, and robotics, focusing on the neural control and biomechanics of gait. This interdisciplinary event will explore how human movement insights, including motor control and optimal control theories, can improve assistive robotic systems such as exoskeletons. Topics will cover neural mechanisms of gait initiation, adaptation, and stability, as well as biomechanical principles for efficient movement. The workshop will highlight advances in pathologic gait modeling, predictive musculoskeletal simulations, and data-driven approaches, including deep learning. State-of-the-art wearable robotic systems and their advanced control strategies for enhancing human locomotion, especially in rehabilitation, will also be discussed. This workshop is an invaluable opportunity for anyone interested in the convergence of neuroscience, biomechanics, and robotics to enhance human mobility and autonomy. Participants will benefit from expert presentations, interactive discussions, and hands-on demonstrations, fostering collaborations to drive future innovations in human gait rehabilitation and human-robot locomotion systems.

Workshop Extended Abstract Submission

We are pleased to invite the submission of 1-page extended abstracts (in IEEE format) for 6-minute spotlight talks, accompanying by posters to be highlighted during our workshop. Two awards will be presented for the best spotlight talk and poster presentation.

Abstract topics of interest include all aspects related to the neuromechanics of human locomotion and human-robot interaction in robot-assisted scenarios. The topics include (but not limited to): gait modeling, musculoskeletal modeling and simulation, human-robot physical interaction and co-adaptation, wearable robotics and prosthetics for human balance and gait.

Extended deadline: July 7 2026, 11:59 PM PT 

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Confirmed Speakers and Panelists

Workshop Organizers