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Dr. Elisa Gervasoni |sensors| Best Paper Award

IRCCS Fondazione Don Gnocchi,Italy

Dr. Elisa Gervasoni is a distinguished researcher at the IRCCS Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi, Italy, renowned for her expertise in neuroscience and rehabilitation. With a strong focus on advancing therapeutic approaches, Dr. Gervasoni has contributed significantly to the field through her innovative research and publications. Her work emphasizes improving quality of life for patients with neurological and motor disorders, reflecting her commitment to cutting-edge medical science and compassionate care.

Summary:

Dr. Elisa Gervasoni is a seasoned researcher and academic with a remarkable track record in neuroscience and physiotherapy, particularly neurorehabilitation in multiple sclerosis. Her academic rigor, diverse teaching portfolio, and leadership roles in professional organizations underscore her suitability for recognition. Her work bridges foundational research and clinical applications, making her an asset to the research community.

 

Professional Profiles:

Ā Scopus

šŸŽ“ Education :

Elisa Gervasoni has cultivated an extensive academic foundation in neurosciences and physiotherapy. In 2023, she earned the Abilitazione Scientifica Nazionale for Fascia II in Scienze Delle Professioni Sanitarie e Delle Tecnologie Mediche Applicate (06/N1). She holds a Ph.D. in Neurosciences (2018) from the University of Genoa, where her research focused on Neurorehabilitation in Multiple Sclerosis: Insights into Fatigue and Motor Function. Elisa graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelorā€™s Degree in Physiotherapy (2008) from the University of Milan, presenting a thesis on aerobic training effects on multiple sclerosis-related fatigue. Additionally, she earned a Masterā€™s Degree in Motor Sciences (2004) from the University of Milan, exploring the impact of passive static stretching on lower limb extensor muscle power.

 

šŸ¢Ā Experience:

Elisa brings over a decade of experience as a researcher, educator, and physiotherapist. Since 2009, she has worked as a researcher at the Larice Laboratory, IRCCS Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi in Milan, focusing on innovative neurorehabilitation techniques and clinical trials. She is the Principal Investigator of the FAST Project (2023ā€“2026), which examines the influence of fatigue on motor and cognitive functions during high-intensity training, and the Multimodal Training for MS project (2019ā€“2024), studying intensive trainingā€™s benefits on walking and fatigue in multiple sclerosis patients. As a Contract Professor at prestigious institutions like the University of Milan, Insubria, Genoa, and Humanitas University, she delivers advanced courses on neurorehabilitation and physiotherapy while mentoring numerous students in bachelorā€™s and masterā€™s research.

šŸ› ļøSkills:

Elisa is highly skilled in neurorehabilitation techniques, specializing in fatigue management and motor recovery for neurological conditions. She excels in academic leadership, designing advanced physiotherapy curricula, and mentoring aspiring physiotherapists. Her expertise in research methodology spans systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and randomized controlled trials. She is also actively involved in multi-institutional projects leveraging robotics and AI to enhance healthcare.

 

Research Focus :

Elisaā€™s research is primarily centered on neurorehabilitation, with a focus on designing targeted protocols for managing fatigue and improving motor function in multiple sclerosis patients. She is deeply engaged in exploring high-intensity trainingā€™s effects on motor and cognitive performance and contributing to advancements in robotic and AI applications in rehabilitation through collaborations under the PNRR framework.

 

šŸ”¬Awards:

As Vice President of the Group of Specialist Interest in Neurosciences under the Italian Association of Physiotherapists since 2022, Elisa has demonstrated leadership within the field. She is also a longstanding member of prominent organizations such as RIMS (Rehabilitation in Multiple Sclerosis) and the Italian Association of Physiotherapists since 2008.

Conclusion:

Dr. Gervasoni is a highly suitable candidate for the Research for Best Paper Award. Her prolific publication record, leadership in neurorehabilitation research, and commitment to advancing physiotherapy and neuroscience demonstrate her excellence. Addressing the alignment between her research contributions and the specific award criteria can further solidify her application.

Ā Publications:

  • Exploring the effectiveness of circuit training rehabilitation on balance, gait, and fatigue in multiple sclerosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
    • Authors: Cardini, R., Corrini, C., Bertoni, R., Cattaneo, D., Gervasoni, E.
    • Journal: Physiotherapy (United Kingdom)
    • Year: 2024
    • Citation Count: 0

 

  • Efficacy of telerehabilitation with digital and robotic tools for the continuity of care of people with chronic neurological disorders: The TELENEURO@REHAB protocol for a randomized controlled trial
    • Authors: Rossetto, F., Mestanza Mattos, F.G., Gervasoni, E., Aprile, I., Baglio, F.
    • Journal: Digital Health
    • Year: 2024
    • Citation Count: 1

 

  • Complementary use of statistical parametric mapping and gait profile score to describe walking alterations in multiple sclerosis: a cross-sectional study
    • Authors: Mestanza Mattos, F.G., Luciano, F., Lencioni, T., Clerici, M., Cattaneo, D.
    • Journal: Scientific Reports
    • Year: 2023
    • Citation Count: 2

 

  • Machine learning based estimation of dynamic balance and gait adaptability in persons with neurological diseases using inertial sensors
    • Authors: Liuzzi, P., Carpinella, I., Anastasi, D., Ferrarin, M., Mannini, A.
    • Journal: Scientific Reports
    • Year: 2023
    • Citation Count: 11

 

  • Uncovering Subtle Gait Deterioration in People with Early-Stage Multiple Sclerosis Using Inertial Sensors: A 2-Year Multicenter Longitudinal Study
    • Authors: Gervasoni, E., Anastasi, D., Di Giovanni, R., Carpinella, I., Cattaneo, D.
    • Journal: Sensors
    • Year: 2023
    • Citation Count: 0

 

  • Dynamic balance during walking in people with multiple sclerosis: A cross-sectional study
    • Authors: Anastasi, D., Lencioni, T., Carpinella, I., Ferrarin, M., Cattaneo, D.
    • Journal: Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine
    • Year: 2023
    • Citation Count: 2

 

  • A Novel Ecological EEG Protocol to Assess Cognitive Load During Balance Task in Rehabilitation Settings
    • Authors: Bonilauri, A., Gervasoni, E., Torchio, A., Cattaneo, D., Baglio, F.
    • Conference: 2023 IEEE International Conference on Metrology for eXtended Reality, Artificial Intelligence and Neural Engineering
    • Year: 2023
    • Citation Count: 0

 

  • Validity of 2 Fall Prevention Strategy Scales for People with Stroke, Parkinson’s Disease, and Multiple Sclerosis
    • Authors: Gervasoni, E., Beghi, E., Corrini, C., Montesano, A., Cattaneo, D.
    • Journal: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy
    • Year: 2023
    • Citation Count: 1

 

  • Mobility and balance rehabilitation in multiple sclerosis: A systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis
    • Authors: Corrini, C., Gervasoni, E., Perini, G., Prosperini, L., Cattaneo, D.
    • Journal: Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders
    • Year: 2023
    • Citation Count: 14

 

  • Balance Impairments in People with Early-Stage Multiple Sclerosis: Boosting the Integration of Instrumented Assessment in Clinical Practice
    • Authors: Carpinella, I., Anastasi, D., Gervasoni, E., Ferrarin, M., Cattaneo, D.
    • Journal: Sensors
    • Year: 2022
    • Citation Count: 10

 

Elisa Gervasoni |sensors| Best Paper Award

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