Neuro Rehab Lab

08/01/2026

Open Rehab Initiative Now Hosts Three New Neurorehabilitation Apps!

We’re thrilled to announce that the Open Rehab Initiative (openrehab.org) now provides free access to three research-based assessment tools developed by the Neurorehabilitation and Brain Research Group:

✅ Continuous Attention Test
Measure sustained attention, vigilance, and impulsivity with a task inspired by the Conners CPT-II.
✅ Visuospatial Memory Test
Evaluate short-term visuospatial working memory using sequences based on the Corsi Block-Tapping Test and Wechsler Memory Scale.
✅ Hand Mobility, Dexterity & Function Assessment
Assess hand coordination and functional performance through tablet-based exercises designed for stroke and motor impairment evaluation.

Why this matters:
By hosting these apps openly, we promote accessible, evidence-based tools for clinicians, researchers, and individuals worldwide—advancing open science and inclusive rehabilitation.
🔗 Explore and download now: openrehab.org

22/12/2025

🇵🇹 PT PT

Conhece a Open Rehab Initiative?

🌐 Open Rehab Initiative (ORI): A Open Rehab Initiative é a comunidade de referência onde clínicos, cientistas, engenheiros, desenvolvedores e utilizadores finais se ligam para partilhar ferramentas de reabilitação virtual, comunicar e colaborar. No portal encontras software, drivers, documentação de evidência e aplicação, além de fóruns e blogs para troca de conhecimento.

➡️ Sabe mais e participa:
A ORI cresce com conteúdo orientado pela comunidade, cobrindo reabilitação sensório motora e cognitiva, e facilita a transferência de conhecimento entre quem desenvolve e quem aplica estas tecnologias em contexto clínico.
Como participar
• Cria conta e junta te à comunidade: openrehab.org
• Descarrega a app ORI (Windows/Mac/Android) para instalar e usar as aplicações: openrehab.com/download-app
• Explora aplicações, publicações e o fórum:
• 📧 Contacto: neurorehabilitation@arditi.pt

🇬🇧 EN

🌐 Open Rehab Initiative (ORI): the open community for Virtual Rehabilitation
The Open Rehab Initiative is the go to community where clinicians, scientists, engineers, developers, and end users connect to share virtual rehabilitation tools, collaborate, and exchange knowledge. The portal offers software, drivers, evidence and application documentation, plus forums and blogs.

➡️ How to get started
• Create an account: openrehab.org
• Download the ORI app (Windows/Mac/Android) to install and use available applications: openrehab.com/download-app
• Explore applications, publications, and the forum
• 📧 Contact: neurorehabilitation@arditi.pt

22/12/2025

Do not forget to apply! Applications only until Dec 31st!

🌍 PhD Research Grants (BI) – Virtual Reality & Sustainable Tourism
Join NatureTwins – Turismo Restaurativo e Sustentável com Gêmeos Digitais da Natureza da Madeira (FCT funded) and help build Digital Twins of Madeira’s natural heritage.

We’re offering
• 2 Research Grants (BI) for candidates with MSc enrolled (or to be enrolled) in a PhD
• Duration: 12 months, renewable up to 36 months
• Status: Full time (35 h/week)
• Start: Immediate (offer start date 9 Dec 2025)
• Monthly allowance: €1,309.64

You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team at NeuroRehabLab and project partners ARDITI, NOVA LINCS, CiTUR, CONSTRUCT, and CIBIO on VR/AR powered Digital Twins for sustainable, accessible tourism.

What we’re looking for
• MSc in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Interactive Media Design, HCI, or related fields
• Unity 3D programming experience
• Interest in Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), digital accessibility, and user centred design
• Strong communication in English (basic Portuguese is a plus)

What you’ll do
Design and implement Digital Twins (VR/CAVE/web), a real-time monitoring platform for visitor flows and environmental conditions, and inclusive, immersive experiences—all within a sustainability-first framework.

📑 How to Apply — Submit
• Motivation Letter (max 1 page)
• CV (2–3 pages)
• MSc diploma or an official statement confirming the expected thesis defense date
• Proof of PhD enrolment (or intent to enrol)

Design and implement Digital Twins (VR/CAVE/web), a real-time monitoring platform for visitor flows and environmental conditions, and inclusive, immersive experiences—all within a sustainability-first framework.

31 Dec 2025 (23:59 Atlantic/Madeira)

✉️ Where to submit
• Email: nucleo.bolseiro@mail.uma.pt — Reference: BI/NatureTwins/2025
• Info page: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/393970

📍 Work location
Madeira NLINCS, University of Madeira, Funchal (Portugal)

🔎 More info
• Website: https://neurorehablab.arditi.pt
• Contact: sergi.bermudez@uma.pt

20/12/2025

🇵🇹 Defesa de Doutoramento — Yasmim Moniz

O NeuroRehabLab felicita Yasmim Moniz pela defesa bem-sucedida da sua tese de Doutoramento em Engenharia Biomédica, intitulada:

🎵 “Jogo Musical para Treinamento da Coordenação Motora: Desenvolvimento, Usabilidade e Aplicação”

Este trabalho centrou-se no desenvolvimento e avaliação de uma solução tecnológica baseada em jogos musicais, explorando o seu potencial para o treino da coordenação motora, com especial enfoque na usabilidade e na aplicação em contextos de reabilitação.

Parabéns à Dra. Yasmim Moniz por este importante marco académico e científico! 👏

🇬🇧 PhD Defense — Yasmim Moniz

NeuroRehabLab congratulates Yasmin Moniz on the successful defense of her PhD thesis in Biomedical Engineering, entitled:

🎵 “Musical Game for Motor Coordination Training: Development, Usability, and Application”

This research focused on the development and evaluation of a music-based serious game, exploring its potential for motor coordination training, with a strong emphasis on usability and application in rehabilitation contexts.

Congratulations to Dr. Yasmim Moniz on this major academic and scientific milestone! 👏

20/12/2025

✨🎄 Season’s Greetings from NeuroRehabLab 🎄✨

As we approach the end of another year, we would like to thank everyone who has been part of our journey — researchers, students, clinicians, partners, and the community.

May this festive season bring moments of reflection, connection, and hope, and may the year ahead be filled with new ideas, meaningful collaborations, and continued innovation in neurorehabilitation and quality-of-life technologies.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a bright New Year! ✨

18/12/2025

🌍 AViR featured in EU Report on Virtual Worlds & Well-being

We’re excitedto share that our project “AViR — Adaptive Virtual Reality for coping with involuntary early pregnancy loss” is highlighted in the European Commission’s final report “Virtual worlds: how do they affect our health and well-being?”.

AViR explores how immersive VR environments can support women after early pregnancy loss, creating a safe space for social interaction, emotional expression, and psychological recovery. Early findings show promise in reducing anxiety and PTSD symptoms, while improving emotional resilience.

Why is this report relevant?

This landmark study by the European Commission provides a comprehensive analysis of the positive and negative health impacts of virtual worlds and XR technologies across consumer, professional, and industrial environments. It sets the stage for policy, research, and innovation in Europe, highlighting opportunities for mental health, rehabilitation, and inclusive technology design.

📄 Read the full report here:

👉 Virtual worlds: how do they affect our health and well-being?
🔗 https://op.europa.eu/en/publication-detail/-/publication/ed199aa4-cccf-11f0-8da2-01aa75ed71a1/language-en

We’re excited to share that our project “AViR — Adaptive Virtual Reality for coping with involuntary early pregnancy loss” is highlighted in the European Commission’s final report “Virtual worlds: how do they affect our health and well-being?”.

15/12/2025

✅ Português
🎓 Defesa de Doutoramento – NeuroRehabLab

Na passada sexta-feira, Rodrigo Lima defendeu com sucesso a sua tese de doutoramento na Universidade da Madeira, intitulada:
“Emotional Regulation and Assessment via Multi-Biosignal Processing in a VR Environment for NeuroRehabilitation”.

Este trabalho explora abordagens inovadoras para a regulação emocional e avaliação através do processamento de múltiplos biosinais em ambientes de realidade virtual, com aplicação na neuroreabilitação.

📍 Local: Sala do Senado, Universidade da Madeira (Campus da Penteada)
📅 Data: 12 de dezembro, 14h00

👏 Parabéns ao Dr. Rodrigo Lima por esta conquista e pelo contributo para a inovação em saúde digital!
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✅ English
🎓 PhD Defense – NeuroRehabLab

Last Friday, Rodrigo Lima successfully defended his PhD thesis at the University of Madeira, titled:
“Emotional Regulation and Assessment via Multi-Biosignal Processing in a VR Environment for NeuroRehabilitation”.

This research introduces an innovative self-training biofeedback approach for emotional regulation and assessment through multi-biosignal processing in virtual reality environments, with applications in neurorehabilitation.

📍 Location: Senado Room, University of Madeira (Penteada Campus)
📅 Date: December 12, 2:00 p.m.

👏 Congratulations to Dr. Rodrigo Lima for this achievement and for advancing innovation in digital health!

14/12/2025

Remember to apply until December 31st!

🌍 PhD Research Grants (BI) – Virtual Reality & Sustainable Tourism
Join NatureTwins – Turismo Restaurativo e Sustentável com Gêmeos Digitais da Natureza da Madeira (FCT funded) and help build Digital Twins of Madeira’s natural heritage.

We’re offering
• 2 Research Grants (BI) for candidates with MSc enrolled (or to be enrolled) in a PhD
• Duration: 12 months, renewable up to 36 months
• Status: Full time (35 h/week)
• Start: Immediate (offer start date 9 Dec 2025)
• Monthly allowance: €1,309.64

You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team at NeuroRehabLab and project partners ARDITI, NOVA LINCS, CiTUR, CONSTRUCT, and CIBIO on VR/AR powered Digital Twins for sustainable, accessible tourism.

What we’re looking for
• MSc in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Interactive Media Design, HCI, or related fields
• Unity 3D programming experience
• Interest in Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), digital accessibility, and user centred design
• Strong communication in English (basic Portuguese is a plus)

What you’ll do
Design and implement Digital Twins (VR/CAVE/web), a real-time monitoring platform for visitor flows and environmental conditions, and inclusive, immersive experiences—all within a sustainability-first framework.

📑 How to Apply — Submit
• Motivation Letter (max 1 page)
• CV (2–3 pages)
• MSc diploma or an official statement confirming the expected thesis defense date
• Proof of PhD enrolment (or intent to enrol)

Design and implement Digital Twins (VR/CAVE/web), a real-time monitoring platform for visitor flows and environmental conditions, and inclusive, immersive experiences—all within a sustainability-first framework.

31 Dec 2025 (23:59 Atlantic/Madeira)

✉️ Where to submit
• Email: nucleo.bolseiro@mail.uma.pt — Reference: BI/NatureTwins/2025
• Info page: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/393970

📍 Work location
Madeira NLINCS, University of Madeira, Funchal (Portugal)

🔎 More info
• Website: https://neurorehablab.arditi.pt
• Contact: sergi.bermudez@uma.pt

11/12/2025

🇵🇹 NeuroRehabLab em destaque na NaMinhaTerra TV — Canal de Streaming

É com prazer que partilhamos que Fábio Pereira, Mónica S. Cameirão, César Pita e Ana Lúcia Faria, do NeuroRehabLab, participaram na NaMinhaTerra TV, um canal de televisão madeirense em streaming, no programa especial “Conversas de Café: Palcos que Unem – Dia Nacional da Pessoa com Deficiência”.

A participação pode ser vista aqui:
🔗 https://naminhaterra.com/live.php?evento=5814&act=video&clip=76b1fbbd&seek=840.857077&urlprog=WG5kK051ZzBvT2NLZTVzc0hyN3BQR0tUeEtGSDJySERxV2U4ZUVoakp1NElWSVZOTWRWbFhlcVZwektWUnUxNVovZFdja2pad3RuMUVnTVRuY1Vac2c9PQ==&shareid=29089

A nossa equipa contribuiu para a discussão sobre inclusão, acessibilidade e o papel da neuroreabilitação suportada por tecnologia na promoção da participação e na melhoria da qualidade de vida.

🇬🇧 NeuroRehabLab featured on NaMinhaTerra TV — Streaming Channel

We are pleased to share that Fábio Pereira, Mónica S. Cameirão, César Pita, and Ana Lúcia Faria, from NeuroRehabLab, were featured on NaMinhaTerra TV, a Madeiran streaming television channel, during the special program “Conversas de Café: Palcos que Unem – Dia Nacional da Pessoa com Deficiência”.

Watch the segment here:
🔗 https://naminhaterra.com/live.php?evento=5814&act=video&clip=76b1fbbd&seek=840.857077&urlprog=WG5kK051ZzBvT2NLZTVzc0hyN3BQR0tUeEtGSDJySERxV2U4ZUVoakp1NElWSVZOTWRWbFhlcVZwektWUnUxNVovZFdja2pad3RuMUVnTVRuY1Vac2c9PQ==&shareid=29089

Our team contributed to the discussion on inclusion, accessibility, and the role of technology-driven neurorehabilitation in supporting participation and improving quality of life.

09/12/2025

🌍 PhD Research Grants (BI) – Virtual Reality & Sustainable Tourism
Join NatureTwins – Turismo Restaurativo e Sustentável com Gêmeos Digitais da Natureza da Madeira (FCT funded) and help build Digital Twins of Madeira’s natural heritage.

We’re offering
• 2 Research Grants (BI) for candidates with MSc enrolled (or to be enrolled) in a PhD
• Duration: 12 months, renewable up to 36 months
• Status: Full time (35 h/week)
• Start: Immediate (offer start date 9 Dec 2025)
• Monthly allowance: €1,309.64

You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team at NeuroRehabLab and project partners ARDITI, NOVA LINCS, CiTUR, CONSTRUCT, and CIBIO on VR/AR powered Digital Twins for sustainable, accessible tourism.

What we’re looking for
• MSc in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Interactive Media Design, HCI, or related fields
• Unity 3D programming experience
• Interest in Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), digital accessibility, and user centred design
• Strong communication in English (basic Portuguese is a plus)

What you’ll do
Design and implement Digital Twins (VR/CAVE/web), a real-time monitoring platform for visitor flows and environmental conditions, and inclusive, immersive experiences—all within a sustainability-first framework.

📑 How to Apply — Submit
• Motivation Letter (max 1 page)
• CV (2–3 pages)
• MSc diploma or an official statement confirming the expected thesis defense date
• Proof of PhD enrolment (or intent to enrol)

Design and implement Digital Twins (VR/CAVE/web), a real-time monitoring platform for visitor flows and environmental conditions, and inclusive, immersive experiences—all within a sustainability-first framework.

31 Dec 2025 (23:59 Atlantic/Madeira)

✉️ Where to submit
• Email: nucleo.bolseiro@mail.uma.pt — Reference: BI/NatureTwins/2025
• Info page: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/393970

📍 Work location
Madeira NLINCS, University of Madeira, Funchal (Portugal)

🔎 More info
• Website: https://neurorehablab.arditi.pt
• Contact: sergi.bermudez@uma.pt

04/12/2025

🇵🇹 Menção Honrosa – Prémio Inovação em Saúde 2025 🎉

O NeuroRehabLab / LifeTech Madeira tem o prazer de anunciar que um dos projetos desenvolvidos pela nossa equipa recebeu uma Menção Honrosa no Prémio Inovação em Saúde 2025, na categoria Sustentabilidade na Transformação Digital.

Este prémio reconhece iniciativas que promovem impacto real na saúde através da inovação, tecnologia e práticas sustentáveis — e é com orgulho que vemos o nosso trabalho integrar este grupo de destaque.

🏆 Projeto distinguido: Mesa Interativa para Promoção de Competências Motoras

A candidatura teve por base o projeto de doutoramento de Fábio Pereira, desenvolvido no NeuroRehabLab / ARDITI / LifeTech Madeira. Uma solução que combina tecnologia interativa, design inclusivo e princípios de aprendizagem motora para apoiar a reabilitação de pessoas que sofreram um AVC, tornando o processo mais envolvente, eficaz, acessível e sustentável.

Agradecemos a todas as instituições e profissionais envolvidos pelo apoio contínuo.

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🇬🇧 Honorable Mention – Health Innovation Award 2025 🎉

The NeuroRehabLab / LifeTech Madeira is proud to share that one of our projects has been awarded an Honorable Mention at the Health Innovation Award 2025, in the category Sustainability in Digital Transformation.

🏆 Awarded project: Interactive Table for Motor Skills Promotion

The submission was based on the PhD project of Fábio Pereira, developed at NeuroRehabLab / ARDITI / LifeTech Madeira. A solution that integrates interactive technology, inclusive design, and motor learning principles to support rehabilitation for people after a stroke, making the process more engaging, effective, accessible, and sustainable.

💡 This recognition reinforces the importance of investing in user-centered, responsible innovation that can transform rehabilitation and care.

We thank all partner institutions and clinical professionals involved for their continued support.



01/12/2025

🇬🇧 New Insight in Neurorehabilitation — A Roadmap for Collaborative AI

We’re excited to highlight the publication of a roadmap article: “Collaborative AI for precision neurorehabilitation: a roadmap” — recently published in Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation.
SpringerLink

This article discusses how combining human clinical expertise with advanced artificial intelligence can transform neurorehabilitation — helping tailor personalized, data-driven treatments that adapt to each patient’s unique needs. The roadmap outlines current challenges and pathways toward integrating collaborative AI into everyday rehabilitation practice, aiming to maximize treatment effectiveness and long-term outcomes.

📎 Read the full open-access article here:
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12984-025-01810-w

🇵🇹 Nova Publicação — Um Roteiro para IA Colaborativa na Neuroreabilitação

Temos o prazer de destacar a publicação do artigo “Collaborative AI for precision neurorehabilitation: a roadmap” no Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation.
SpringerLink

O artigo analisa como a integração entre a experiência clínica humana e a inteligência artificial pode transformar a neuroreabilitação — permitindo tratamentos personalizados, baseados em dados e adaptados às necessidades específicas de cada pessoa. O roteiro propõe caminhos e destaca os desafios para tornar a IA colaborativa uma realidade na prática clínica, com o objetivo de otimizar a eficácia dos tratamentos e melhorar os resultados a longo prazo.

📎 Consulte o artigo completo (open-access):
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12984-025-01810-w