Presentation

   Research surrounding the assessment and management of recovery after neural damage is a constantly evolving area that today requires the early convergence of clinical and technical perspectives.

   The objective of the 2013 Summer School on Neurorehabilitation "Engineering for Clinical Practice" is to provide in depth education on advanced procedures for neurorehabilitation of motor dysfunction following stroke, spinal cord injury, and cerebral palsy, covering practical applications based on innovative neuroprosthetic systems, robotic interfaces and other combinational approaches.

   The Summer School aims at a thorough understanding of the underlying mechanisms of the motor dysfunction and its recovery according to strong theoretical foundations and thus will be focused on providing a critical view of current techniques and the key need for future developments.

   Elche is a city located in the comarca of Baix Vinalopó, in the Alicante province which, in turn, is a part of the Valencian Community, Spain. Elche is also known as the City of Palms as it is located within the largest Palm forest in Europe. A range of different eras, reflected in very diverse styles of architecture, are on display in the historic centre of Elche. The remains of the Islamic City Walls and the Alcázar de la Señoría or Palace of Altamira, the majestic stronghold of the Calahorra Tower and the Basilica of Santa María with its beautiful entrance, a Valencian baroque jewel. The Renaissance period couvent of la Mercè, with the Arab Baths underground, and the Gothic style Town Hall, provide a welcome and enriching journey through the past of a city rich in history.