Sinuo Pan
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Dr. Sinuo Pan is a leading researcher at the intersection of surgical robotics and haptic feedback, with a primary focus on restoring tactile perception in minimally invasive surgery (MIS). Her most-cited work, a comprehensive 2020 review on tactile perception technologies for MIS, has garnered 40 citations and serves as a foundational resource for the field. In this review, Dr. Pan systematically analyzed how the loss of touch sensation in MIS impairs surgeons’ ability to distinguish tissue types and perform delicate maneuvers, and she mapped out emerging solutions from industrial robotics that could be adapted for surgical use. Her contributions bridge the gap between robotic sensing and clinical application, offering a roadmap for developing sensors that can relay texture, stiffness, and force feedback to surgeons. Beyond this review, Dr. Pan’s research continues to advance tactile sensor design and integration, aiming to enhance surgical precision and patient outcomes. Her work is particularly notable for translating principles from industrial robotics into the high-stakes environment of the operating room, making her a key voice in the drive to make MIS safer and more intuitive.
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