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Ivanka Veneva’s research lies at the intersection of orthopedic surgery, human-centered robotics, and rehabilitation engineering, with a focus on creating safer, more intuitive human-machine interactions. Her most impactful work, “Identification of Bone Structure During Automatic Drilling in Orthopedic Surgery” (15 citations), addresses critical challenges in surgical robotics by developing methods to prevent tissue damage, overheating, and complications during bone drilling—a contribution that directly enhances patient safety in operating rooms. Veneva has also pioneered adjustable compliance mechanisms for human-friendly robots, as seen in her design of a torsion spring-based compliant joint (5 citations) and her work on pneumatic-powered exoskeletons for virtual reality haptic devices (4 citations). These innovations enable natural, impact-free physical interactions, crucial for rehabilitation and assistive technologies. Her exploration of pneumatic artificial muscles for upper limb orthoses (2 citations) further underscores her commitment to developing actuation systems that prioritize safety and comfort in mutual human-robot interaction. Through these contributions, Veneva has established herself as a key figure in surgical robotics and rehabilitation engineering, with her work laying the groundwork for more adaptive, human-centered robotic systems.