Research

Research Areas

My research interests lie at the intersection of robotics, medical imaging, and simulation, with a particular focus on:

• Surgical robotics and computer-assisted interventions
• Real-time FEM simulation and inverse problems
• Medical imaging and augmented reality
• Soft robotics and deformable object manipulation

Current Projects

CONECT Project

The CONECT project focuses on developing innovative solutions for robotic needle insertion procedures. Key achievements include:

• Development of a real-time finite element simulation framework
• Integration of augmented reality for surgical guidance
• Novel control strategies for robotic needle manipulation
• Clinical validation studies in collaboration with medical partners

ROBOCOP Project

Research on cochlear implant robotization, including:

• Design of specialized robotic systems for cochlear surgery
• Development of patient-specific surgical planning tools
• Integration of imaging modalities for precise guidance

COSSEROOTS Project

Application of Cosserat rod theory to soft robotics:

• Mathematical modeling of continuum robots
• Real-time control strategies for deformable manipulators
• Experimental validation with prototype systems

Research Projects

Check out our current and past research projects for more details on specific initiatives.

Publications

View our complete list of publications, including journal articles, conference papers, and book chapters.

Research Collaborations

Learn about our academic and industry partnerships and potential collaboration opportunities.

Research Team

Our research is conducted by a diverse team of graduate and undergraduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and collaborators from various institutions.

Current Team Members

• Graduate Students
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• Undergraduate Researchers
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Join Our Team

We are always looking for motivated students and researchers to join our team. If you are interested in our research, please contact me to discuss potential opportunities.