Neuromuscular rehabilitation
Study recovery, motor control, strength, coordination, function, and quality of life across neurological and neuromuscular conditions.
RESEARCH
Science focused on function, recovery, and quality of life.
The Institute conducts, sponsors, and supports responsible research addressing rehabilitation science, human performance, preventive health, and the practical needs of patients, caregivers, clinicians, and communities.
✦OUR RESEARCH AGENDA
Priority areas
Human biomechanics
Examine movement, force, resistance, loading, and functional performance to improve rehabilitation knowledge.
Muscle and bone health
Advance understanding of strength, mobility, aging, prevention, and healthy physical function.
Rehabilitation technology
Evaluate tools and methods that support measurement, training, engagement, clinical decision-making, and continuity of care.
Clinical outcomes
Identify meaningful measures and generate evidence that helps clinicians, patients, institutions, and communities understand results.
Healthcare innovation
Explore responsible models that improve education, access, prevention, and the translation of research into public benefit.
FROM QUESTION TO PUBLIC BENEFIT
A responsible research pathway.
- Define the needBegin with a meaningful scientific, clinical, educational, or community question.
- Design responsiblyUse appropriate methods, qualified oversight, ethical review, privacy safeguards, and conflict management.
- CollaborateWork with universities, hospitals, researchers, agencies, professionals, and community partners.
- Share knowledgePublish or translate findings so they can inform education, future research, and public understanding.
SCIENTIFIC INTEGRITY
Standards that protect trust.
Research activities are expected to follow applicable scientific, ethical, privacy, safety, and regulatory standards. Human-subject research will require appropriate review and informed consent when applicable.
Funding relationships and potential conflicts must be disclosed and managed. Results should be communicated accurately, including limitations and findings that do not support an anticipated outcome.