About me

Driven by my educational and research experiences, I developed a keen interest in neuromotor control and neurorehabilitation. This led me to join Professor Maria Knikou’s Klab4Recovery Research Program at the College of Staten Island - CUNY in New York.

In my research, I focus on the biomechanical and neurophysiological analysis of human motor control. Specifically, I work on clinical research studies and trials to delineate the neuromechanical mechanisms of transspinal stimulation, delivered alone or in conjunction with locomotor training. My primary emphasis is on enhancing sensorimotor recovery and improving standing and walking abilities for individuals with chronic spinal cord injuries.

Interests
  • Applied Biomechanics
  • Human Neurophysiology
  • Neuromuscular Control
  • Motor Learning
  • Neuromodulation & Neurorecovery
  • Neural Engineering
Education
  • PhD in Movement Science (Biomechanics and Ergonomics), 2016

    Universidad de Extremadura, Spain

  • MPhil in Movement Science, 2007

    Universidad de Extremadura, Spain

  • BSc in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, 2002

    Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece

Experience

 
 
 
 
 
College of Staten Island - The City University of New York
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Aug 2021 – Present New York
 
 
 
 
 
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Jul 2017 – Jun 2021 Nebraska
 
 
 
 
 
Jesús Usón Minimally Invasive Surgery Center
Research Affiliate
Apr 2014 – May 2017 Spain
 
 
 
 
 
University of Extremadura
Research and Development Scientist
Jul 2013 – Apr 2017 Spain
 
 
 
 
 
University of Extremadura
Adjunct Lecturer / Instructor
Apr 2008 – May 2017 Spain
 
 
 
 
 
University of Extremadura
Laboratory Engineer, Biomechanics and Ergonomics
Jul 2007 – Apr 2013 Spain

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Research

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Publications

Scientific & Technical Papers, Patents

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(2024). Soleus H-reflex amplitude modulation during walking remains physiological during transspinal stimulation in humans. Experimental Brain Research.

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(2023). Transpinal stimulation: from neuro-modulation to neuro-recovery. Symposium "Motor control: Spinal circuits and beyond", St. Andrews, Scotland, UK.

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