Clarissa Pedrini Schuch

Experienced rehabilitation scientist with a PhD in Neurosciences. Skilled in utilizing advanced biosignal technologies to optimize rehabilitation outcomes, including e-textile and ECG monitoring systems. With over two years of experience in the medical device industry, I have a proven track record in developing and managing projects that adhere to strict regulatory standards and ethical guidelines. My leadership experience spans more than three years as a V&V Project Manager, where I led teams to ensure product quality, compliance, and effective problem-solving. Adept at conducting rigorous statistical analyses, managing ethics applications, and facilitating cross-disciplinary collaboration. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on team coordination, resource management, and delivering impactful solutions. Passionate about driving innovation and continuous improvement in the field of neurorehabilitation.

Research Intern Biomechanics lab, 09/2009, 09/2010, IBTeC - Brazilian Institute of Leather, Footwear and Artifacts Technology, Novo Hamburgo, Brazil, Conducted tests in the biomechanics lab to evaluate the quality, comfort, functionality, and performance of footwear.

I have published 27 peer-reviewed manuscripts (h-index 11; total citations: 396), 9 as the first author, 14 as a collaborator and 4 in Brazilian Journals as the first author/collaborator. I focus on neuroscience and biomechanics to optimize physical and cognitive rehabilitation through environmental enrichment, which stimulates the brain for improved neuroplasticity. My expertise spans motor control, neurorecovery, and neurorehabilitation, with a particular emphasis on sensorimotor control and disorders.

Google Scholar link https://scholar.google.ca/citations?hl=en&user=NFq5KrMAAAAJ

• Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program - ELAP, 2012: scholarships offer students from post-secondary institutions in Latin America and the Caribbean the chance to engage in short-term exchange opportunities for study or research at Canadian post-secondary institutions. During my PhD, I had the opportunity to conduct part of my research at the University of Ottawa for four months. As a result, I published a paper and was subsequently invited to pursue a Postdoctoral position in the same lab.
• Stroke Foundation Centre for Stroke Recovery (CSR) Trainee Stimulus Grant, 2013: The Heart and Stroke Foundation provides operating funds to support groundbreaking heart disease and stroke research. The Trainee Stimulus Grant specifically supports researchers in the early stages of their careers, facilitating their professional development and advancing cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health in Canada through improved prevention, treatment, and recovery strategies.
• Honours BSc (summa cum laude) in Physiotherapy, 2005: I graduated with an Honours in Physiotherapy, achieving the distinction of summa cum laude. This prestigious honour, representing the highest level of academic excellence, reflects my exceptional GPA, class rank, and successful completion of rigorous coursework and special projects during my undergraduate.