Welcome to 'Innovations in Upper Limb Prosthetics: Bridging Research and Reality', a comprehensive collection of pioneering scientific journal articles that delve into the multifaceted world of upper limb prosthetics. This anthology encapsulates cutting-edge research and collaborations that bridge academic advancements with real-world applications. Key topics include co-creation methodologies involving users as co-researchers, multimodal data collection for intelligent prosthetics, scalability of research from lab to practice, and user-driven approaches in different cultural contexts. The collection also covers training strategies for prostheses using gamification, validation of psychosocial impact measures, legal and ethical barriers to access, and real-world testing of innovative prosthetic designs. Each article is a testament to collaborative efforts involving users, clinicians, researchers, and policy-makers, aiming to transform the field of upper limb prosthetics and enhance the quality of life for prosthetic users globally.

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