Simona Crea

Simona Crea is an Assistant Professor at the Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies in Pisa, Italy. Her research focuses on wearable robotics for rehabilitation, assistance, and performance augmentation, with specific interests in exoskeleton design for stroke rehabilitation, musculoskeletal strain reduction in workplaces, and sensory feedback systems for neurological patients. She coordinates the HABILIS and HABILIS++ projects funded by INAIL, addressing rehabilitation robotics for motor impairments.

• Academic Positions:
  • Assistant Professor, Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies (2017–present)
  • Post-Doctoral Research Fellow, Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies (2015–2017)
  • Visiting PhD Student, Harvard University (2015)
• Educations:
  • PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies (2012–2015)
  • M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Biomedical Engineering, University of Pisa (2009–2012)

Her work emphasizes translating robotics innovations into clinical and industrial applications. Key projects include developing hip exoskeletons for stroke survivors, passive occupational exoskeletons reducing shoulder strain in repetitive tasks, and biofeedback devices for Parkinson's gait correction. Recent studies highlight energy-efficient prosthetic designs and human-robot collaboration in Industry 5.0 contexts.

Publications (2020–2025) focus on exoskeleton biomechanics, gait analysis algorithms, and user-centered design methodologies. Her research bridges clinical rehabilitation needs with ergonomic workplace solutions, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches.