Jeremy D. Brown

Jeremy D. Brown is the John C. Malone Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University, affiliated with the Whiting School of Engineering. He leads the Haptics and Medical Robotics (HAMR) Laboratory, where his research bridges engineering, neuroscience, and human-machine interaction to enhance human dexterity through robotic technologies.

His research focuses on understanding touch perception and sensorimotor control, with applications in medical robotics, prosthetic devices, and neurorehabilitation. Key areas include haptics, neural circuits, computational neuroscience, and visual-haptic integration. The HAMR Lab develops innovative systems to restore sensory feedback in robotic surgery and improve motor function in impaired systems.

The work conducted in the HAMR Lab demonstrates strong interdisciplinary trends, combining robotics, neuroengineering, and cognitive systems to address challenges in human function. Technologies developed aim to assess, restore, and enhance sensory-motor capabilities, particularly for individuals with neurological impairments or limb loss.

Dr. Brown is affiliated with the Neuroscience Training Program at Johns Hopkins, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of his research. He advises graduate students through this program and leads a dynamic research team focused on developing transformative haptic interfaces and robotic systems.

The Haptics and Medical Robotics (HAMR) Laboratory serves as the core research environment, where robotic systems are used as scientific instruments to probe the mechanisms of touch and its integration with vision and movement. The lab is dedicated to advancing fundamental knowledge while creating practical technologies that improve quality of life.