Kourosh Zareinia
University of Calgary, Toronto Metropolitan University, University of Manitoba
Papers
44
Total Citations
1,051
H-Index
17
About
Kourosh Zareinia is a prominent researcher at the intersection of surgical robotics, medical engineering, and neurosurgical technology. His work is perhaps best known for his foundational contributions to neuroArm, a groundbreaking teleoperated surgical robotic system designed to operate within real-time intraoperative imaging environments — a landmark achievement that has shaped the trajectory of robot-assisted neurosurgery. His clinical investigations into neuroArm's application in glioma treatment and microsurgical procedures have collectively garnered nearly 300 citations, underscoring their lasting influence on the field. Beyond neuroArm, Zareinia has made significant contributions to the broader robotics landscape, authoring widely cited reviews on robotic gripper classifications, medical robotic platforms, and the emerging frontier of nanorobotics for medical applications. His meticulous cadaver-based studies quantifying forces exerted during microneurosurgery and robot-assisted dissection have provided critical biomechanical data that inform safer and more precise robotic system design. His research on haptic hand-controllers and image-based force estimation further demonstrates his commitment to bridging engineering innovation with surgical practicality. With a body of work spanning over 680 cumulative citations, Zareinia stands as an authoritative voice in advancing the safety, precision, and clinical integration of medical robotic systems.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1The Evolution of neuroArm113 citations · 2012
- 2A Brief Review on Robotic Grippers Classifications105 citations · 2019
- 3Merging machines with microsurgery: clinical experience with neuroArm85 citations · 2012
- 4Robotics in the neurosurgical treatment of glioma77 citations · 2015
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- 7Forces exerted during microneurosurgery: a cadaver study53 citations · 2014
- 8A Historical Review of Medical Robotic Platforms49 citations · 2021
- 9Image-Based Force Estimation in Medical Applications: A Review41 citations · 2021
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