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L. Angelini is a pioneering figure in the field of telerobotics and telemedicine, whose work has fundamentally advanced the integration of robotic systems into surgical practice. Their research focuses on developing telepresence and telemanipulation technologies to enable remote surgical interventions, particularly in the domain of ultrasound-guided procedures. Angelini’s most significant contribution is the MIDSTEP (Multimedia Interactive DemonStrator TElepresence) system, a landmark EU ACTS project that demonstrated the feasibility of remote telesurgery, earning 49 citations. This work was built upon earlier foundational experiments, including the world’s first robotic telesurgery for laparoscopy conducted on 7 July 1993, which connected the Politecnico di Milano with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory via satellite and optical fibre networks—a historic achievement with 10 citations. Angelini’s research, spanning from 1997 to 2002, has not only proven the technical viability of remote surgery but also addressed critical challenges in communication, security, and physical constraints. With over 90 citations across their most-cited works, Angelini’s legacy lies in laying the groundwork for modern telemedicine, making expert surgical care accessible across vast distances.