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The MiNT Academy │ Bridging The Gap in Neurotechnologythe mint academy, mint, neurotech, hobbs rehab, hobbs, education, neurotechnologyAn innovative clinical neurotechnology platform that bridges the gap between Industry, Practitioners and PatientsThe MiNT Academy │ Bridging The Gap in Neurotechnology HOME INDUSTRY PRACTITIONERS PATIENTS RESEARCH EVENTS MINT LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2: M2 ROBOT ABOUT US BLOG RESOURCES TESTIMONIALS CONTACT SIGN IN Empty space, drag to resize Bridging The Gap Between Industry, Practitioners and Patients Together, we'll identify and overcome the challenges which limit the implementation of neurotechnology into clinical practice. Create Free Account INDUSTRY Clinical Consultancy Packages Find Out More PRACTITIONERS Clinical Education Find Out More PATIENTS Clinical Trials Find Out More Bridging The Gap Between Industry, Practitioners and Patients Together, we'll identify and overcome the challenges which limit the implementation of neurotechnology into clinical practice. Create Free Account Empty space, drag to resize INDUSTRY Clinical Consultancy Packages Find Out More PRACTITIONERS Clinical Education Find Out More PATIENTS Clinical Trials Find Out More Empty space, drag to resize Empty space, drag to resize Empty space, drag to resize Empty space, drag to resize ABOUT THE MINT ACADEMY The MiNT Academy was developed by clinicians at Hobbs Rehabilitation who are passionate about getting the best technology available to drive better outcomes for their patients. Hobbs responded to requests from engineers and product developers for collaboration at the initial design stages, rather than waiting for the end product, which often did not respond to the needs of the patient.  Read More Empty space, drag to resize Empty space, drag to resize Empty space, drag to resize Empty space, drag to resize MiNT LEVEL 2 Our new Level 2 online masterclass for the Fourier M2/ArmMotus™ M2 Pro (M2 Robot) is now live. Designed for clinicians who already use or plan to work with the device, this course builds the knowledge and confidence needed to integrate it effectively into neurorehabilitation practice. Learn to apply evidence-informed strategies, tailor interventions to individual goals, and connect device use with meaningful patient outcomes. Learn More What Experts Say... This is an exceptional program to support health technology translation and the development of new ideas into R&DAARON YURKEWICHPHD CANDIDATE IN BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERINGHERO GLOVE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT Read More Enhance Your Skillset Start learning today with Level 1 Module 1: What is MiNT? It's free! Try Now For Free Empty space, drag to resize Empty space, drag to resize Empty space, drag to resize Empty space, drag to resize ACTIVE RESEARCH TRIALS Check out all the active research trials currently taking place at MiNT. These studies are supported or highlighted by Hobbs Rehabilitation and The MiNT Academy, and include both internal trials led by our clinical teams and selected external studies run by trusted research partners. While we don’t directly deliver external trials, each one has been carefully reviewed by our team to ensure it meets our standards of quality and relevance. If you’re a patient and would like to get involved, you can either contact the external organisations listed directly or use our Research Consent Form to express interest in participating in MiNT trials. If you’re a researcher or industry member looking to host your own trial, contact us today. We’d be happy to start a conversation and explore how we can support your study. Active Research Trials Empty space, drag to resize Empty space, drag to resize Empty space, drag to resize Empty space, drag to resize HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF STROKE REHAB The University of Nottingham are exploring the use and acceptability of powered walking-assistive exoskeleton robots in stroke rehabilitation in the UK. Who can take part: Stroke Survivors in the UK Healthcare professionals currently or previously involved in stroke rehabilitation in the UK No experience with robotic devices is required More Information Latest from our blog Feature | Mar 3, 2026 Case Study: Valkyrie Eir Bands for Wrist and Thumb Activation in C4/5 SCI Press Release | Feb 23, 2026 Introducing CREATe: A New Global Clinical Consortium for Neurotechnology Feature | Jan 13, 2026 What is Neurotechnology? Feature | Dec 5, 2025 Bringing Valkyrie Industries’ Cutting-Edge Tech to Neurorehab at Hobbs Rehabilitation JOIN OUR GROWING NETWORKWe have worked with industry leaders, researchers and innovators across clinical validation, consultancy, education and beyond. Let's Talk About The MiNT Academy! Contact Us Featured links Home Industry Courses Practitioners Contact Patients Connect with us   @MINT_hobbs   The MiNT Academy Subscribe to our Mailing List Click for details of our Privacy and Cookie Policy. Copyright© 2022 Hobbs Rehabilitation LTD   Alison WattHead of Clinical Operations Alison is Head of Clinical Operations for The MiNT Academy. With over 10 years of clinical experience within specialist neurological services, Alison previously worked in the NHS specialising in stroke and neurorehabilitation.As a previous NHS AHP Ward Manager, Alison has always worked within innovative therapy roles. This continues at The MiNT Academy, a growing neurotechnology platform combining clinical education and product development. Alison coordinates research, development and education activities to enable increased accessibility to clinically effective devices.As Principle Investigator in technology trials, she has aided the development of devices from concept to market, with recent focusses on Virtual Reality and Exoskeletons. Alison has presented at and organised numerous national and international conferences, including as MiNT Chair at RehabWeek 2022. She has also completed a Post-Graduate Certificate in Medical Education and lectures at multiple UK academic institutions. Alongside this, Alison works clinically at Hobbs Rehabilitation Intensive Neurotherapy Centre in Bristol, combining the use of therapy devices with conventional hands-on treatment, for outpatients with a variety of neurological conditions. Alison uses all of her roles to passionately drive forward the use of neurotechnology in clinical practice to optimise opportunities and outcomes for patients. Helen HobbsThe MiNT Academy Development Team Helen is a specialist neurological physiotherapist with over 25 years of specialist clinical experience and extensive clinical skills including advanced Bobath training. She has a special interest inclinical education, training and research. Helen has held postgraduate clinical training roles at both Kings College NHS Hospital London Neuroscience Centre and Southampton University Hospital NHS Trust before establishing Hobbs Rehabilitation in 2005.Helen's teaching and leadership skills resulted in international scholarships and fellowships taking Helen to the USA and South Africa. She has presented both nationally and internationally. Helen has close links with several academic institutions including Southampton, Imperial College, Loughborough , Portsmouth and Winchester Universities to provide clinical leadership for the design of future healthcare technologies and research projects.Her publications have included the effects of robotic assisted gait training on vascular health in strokes and spinal cord injured patients and the European rehabilitation guidelines for MS patients post stem cell transplant. Amy Dennis-JonesThe MiNT Academy Research Lead Amy has over 20 years experience working within the field of Neurological rehabilitation. She has worked with a variety of settings capturing the full rehabilitation pathway from acute through to the community.Since working for Hobbs Rehabilitation in 2015, Amy has worked with an array of neurotechnologies and is a trained Rewalk exoskeleton clinician. She has presented at varying conference and study days, and is on the local committee for ACPIN, a specialist interest group for physiotherapists working in Neurology.Amy's position within Hobbs Rehabilitation has evolved into a split clinical and research role. She is part of the core development team working on MiNT, an innovative neurotechnology platform combining clinical education and product development as well as leading on research projects and further collaborations.Outside of physiotherapy, Amy is a qualified yoga teacher and combines her experience with rehabilitation to teach chair/adaptive yoga classes. Chrissy BibbyThe MiNT Academy Events Lead Chrissy has worked in the field of adult acquired neurological speech and language therapy for over 15 years, initially in the NHS before joining Hobbs Rehabilitation, where she leads the Speech & Language therapy team. Clinically, she has a special interest in motor speech disorders and rehabilitation of the facial nerve.Chrissy trained as a teacher before embarking on her career in neurological rehabilitation and enjoys using her teaching skills in all areas of her work with Hobbs Rehabilitation and MiNT. As Events Lead for The MiNT Academy, Chrissy is embracing the opportunity to discuss with fellow clinicians, academics and industry partners the benefits of using neurotechnology with our communication impaired clients, while encouraging further development in this vital area. Outside of speech and language therapy, Chrissy enjoys swimming, singing with her local rock choir, baking, sewing, and camping with her family. Laura MarriottThe MiNT Academy Education Lead Laura is a specialist Neurological Occupational Therapist with 15 years of experience, over 12 years of which is in the neurological sector. Laura has worked in the NHS from acute care through to community rehabilitation and outpatients and now works in the private sector where she is the lead Occupational Therapist for Hobbs Intensive outpatient rehabilitation service, coordinating intensive rehabilitation packages and treating patients with complex neurological requirements.Her role within Hobbs has evolved and she has split clinical and research responsibilities. She is part of the MiNT Academy Development Team who have delivered an innovative neurotechnology platform combining clinical education and product development. Her role also involves leading on research projects and further collaborations. Laura has expert clinical skills used to implement neuro assistive and rehabilitation technology into functional contexts building the links between the companies and the patients. Laura presented at Virtual RehabWeek 2021 and is excited to be presenting at RehabWeek 2022 in Rotterdam, showcasing the merits and application of collaboration between skilled clinicians and engineers to create a device that has longevity with both clinicians and patients alike.Outside of Hobbs Laura enjoys a busy family life, hiking, roller skating and painting. Lizzie WilliamsThe MiNT Academy Development Team Lizzie is a Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist working at Hobbs Rehabilitation since May 2020. She also has a background in orthopaedics, frailty and inpatient rehabilitation. Lizzie jumped at the opportunity to be involved in The MiNT Academy to combine her interest in technology and love for providing high quality rehabilitation for patients. Lizzie brings the perspective of a physiotherapist who routinely utilises neurotechnology with patients as well as teaching and supporting other clinicians in embedding it into practice. Rachael EdwardsThe MiNT Academy Development Team Rachael Edwards developed a specialist interest in the role of technology in upper limb neurorehabilitation, whilst working as an Occupational Therapist on the upper limb program at The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Queen Square.Rachael has relocated to Bristol and is setting up an Occupational Therapy service at Hobbs Rehabilitation Intensive Neurotherapy Centre, where she continues to explore the use of technology to support delivering intensive upper limb rehabilitation. Louis MartinelliThe MiNT Academy Development Team With degrees in Sport & Exercise Science (BSc) and Physiotherapy (MSc pre-registration), Louis has over 15 years’ experience of working in neurological rehabilitation. Trained in the Ekso GT, ReWalk and the Able Exoskeleton, Louis has 10 years’ of hands-on experience with these types of devices with a variety of medical conditions at Hobbs Rehabilitation. In this time, he also trialed a number of other exoskeletons on the market with the aim of exploring what fits the clinical and functional needs of the patient. Louis has helped establish a research partnership between Hobbs Rehabilitation with The University of Winchester, which in 2019 published an article on the effects exoskeleton rehabilitation can have on the vascular system in the Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine. Louis has also contributed to publications for the Bionic Leg (Clinical Rehabilitation, 2020) and more recently the GMove Suit (PLOS One, 2025) with the University of Southampton.In 2022 Louis was on the expert panel for the M.O.T.I.O.N project, exploring mechanical orthosis for children with neurological disorders. He is currently project managing the UK government funded, multi centered, Eurostars Project FREEDOM which looks to establish the first exoskeleton designed for people with Multiple Sclerosis. Barry RichardsHead of Commercial Operations Barry brings extensive expertise in the medical device industry and healthcare markets from across Europe, North America, and Asia Pacific. Renowned as a subject matter expert, he possesses deep knowledge of exoskeleton technology and the neurological MedTech rehabilitation sector.With over a decade of commercial experience, Barry has worked with leading neurological rehabilitation MedTech companies in various roles, including clinical, business development, market access, and commercial operations. He has successfully assisted multiple organisations in shaping their business development, sales, marketing, and clinical strategy plans at different stages of commercialisation.Barry has held director-level and senior management positions at both global and European levels. 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