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Brenna Argall is a Professor at Northwestern Engineering, holding positions in the Departments of Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She obtained her Ph.D. in Robotics from Carnegie Mellon University, where she also earned her Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Robotics and Mathematical Sciences, respectively. Her research specializes in assistive and rehabilitation robotics, focusing on enhancing human autonomy through intelligent robotics. Argall's work addresses the challenges faced by individuals with severe motor impairments, developing systems that enable them to operate assistive devices. She explores the integration of sensory and cognitive technologies to improve the user experience and independence. Her recent projects examine shared control methodologies between robots and users, particularly as users' needs change over time, leveraging various hardware platforms, including smart wheelchairs and robotic arms to increase access and independence for users.
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