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Yu Nakaji is a pioneering researcher in the field of telesurgery and robotic surgical systems, with a focus on enabling remote surgical collaboration and enhanced haptic feedback. His major contributions include the development of a double-surgeon cockpit system that allows two surgeons to operate from different locations, significantly advancing the feasibility of collaborative telesurgery. Nakaji's work on integrating haptic feedback into surgical robots has been instrumental in improving the precision and safety of remote procedures, as demonstrated in field experiments. His most-cited papers, including "Telesurgery and telesurgical support using a double-surgeon cockpit system" (21 citations) and "Field experiment of a telesurgery system using a surgical robot with haptic feedback" (17 citations), highlight the growing impact of his research on the future of telemedicine. By addressing critical challenges in latency, coordination, and tactile sensation, Nakaji's innovations are paving the way for more accessible and effective surgical care across distances.