Levin J. Sliker
Papers
11
Total Citations
347
H-Index
7
About
Levin J. Sliker is a biomedical engineer whose research spans surgical robotics, capsule endoscopy, and socially assistive robotics. His most impactful work focuses on developing wireless tissue palpation tools for minimally invasive surgery, enabling surgeons to detect lumps in soft tissue during robotic procedures—a capability previously limited to open surgery. He has also pioneered the design of tethered robotic capsule colonoscopes with micropatterned treads for active mobility within the gastrointestinal tract, addressing patient discomfort and improving colorectal cancer screening. His contributions to in vivo robotic mobility include automated traction measurement platforms and quasi-static models of wheel-tissue interaction, which have collectively garnered over 340 citations. Notably, his work on a semiautonomous socially assistive robot for children with complex cerebral palsy demonstrates the breadth of his impact, showing how robotic systems can elicit communication, motor skills, and emotional engagement in pediatric rehabilitation. Sliker’s research bridges the gap between clinical needs and robotic innovation, advancing both diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
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Top Papers
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- 2Flexible and capsule endoscopy for screening, diagnosis and treatment81 citations · 2014
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- 4Micropatterned Treads for In Vivo Robotic Mobility33 citations · 2010
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- 8A quasi-static model of wheel–tissue interaction for surgical robotics5 citations · 2013
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- 10Preliminary In Vivo Capsule Crawler Mobility5 citations · 2010