Pushing the Boundaries of Human Motor Control Research—From Space to Neurorehabilitation

Impressive work by  Professors Philippe Lefèvre, Jean-Louis Thonnard  and their team, recently highlighted in Le Soir and RTBF, demonstrates how frontier engineering in space is directly advancing our understanding of human motor control—and, crucially, paving the way for more effective clinical work back on Earth.

🔗 Le Soir article
🔗 RTBF segment

At its core, this work exemplifies a systems-level approach to neuroscience—integrating engineering, neurosciences, and sensorimotor research to investigate how the brain adapts to extreme contexts, such as microgravity. The insights aren’t just academic: they hold real translational promise for neuro-rehabilitation, particularly in reprogramming motor function after brain damage .

This is fundamental research, supported by BELSPO, with concrete impact. A brilliant example of how space-based experimentation can inform and accelerate innovation in human health.

Congratulations to the entire team and thanks to BELSPO!