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“This system encourages subjects to push beyond perceived limitations to their range of motion and strength,” explained the site, “thereby providing more accurate assessments of their progress and increasing the efficacy of rehabilitation.”Īpple introduced CareKit in March, a year after its introduction of Apple Watch and the complementary, health care-focused software framework ResearchKit. It added that Matsuoka was also working on a project that addressed the condition of “learned nonuse” in stroke patients. The MacArthur Foundation site explained in a bio: “Working at the intersection of computer science, biophysics, material science, biomechanics, and psychophysics, Matsuoka creates sophisticated prosthetic devices and designs complementary rehabilitation strategies.” In 2007, at the age of 36, Matsuoka was the recipient of a MacArthur “genius” award for her work in neurorobotics and specifically how the robotics can coordinate with the central nervous system and musculoskeletal action and enhance the mobility of people with manipulation disabilities. According to the report, she’ll work directly with Apple Chief Operating Officer Jeff Williams, who oversees Apple’s health care initiatives.Īmong her many accomplishments, Matsuoka is known for being a force behind the success of Nest-a company she joined after co-founding the Google X research labs in 2009. Apple has hired celebrated neuroroboticist Yoky Matsuoka to work on health-focused projects, according to a May 3 report from Fortune.

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