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Cybathlon

Cybathlon is an international competition where people using advanced assistive technology, such as robotic prostheses or neural interfaces, compete in tasks that mimic daily activities. Organized by ETH Zurich, it aims to showcase and improve innovations that help individuals with disabilities, promoting research in neurotechnology, robotics, and rehabilitation. The event fosters collaboration between scientists, engineers, and users, highlighting how technology can enhance independence and quality of life for people with mobility impairments. Cybathlon combines technological challenge with human achievement, illustrating the potential of robotics and neuroengineering in real-world applications.