Alexander Squires

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Alexander Squires is a biomedical engineer whose research lies at the critical intersection of interventional MRI, robotics, and cellular therapeutics. His most notable contribution is the development of SpinoBot, an MRI-guided needle positioning system designed to deliver spinal cellular therapeutics with unprecedented precision. This work, published in 2017 and garnering 21 citations, addresses a fundamental challenge in regenerative medicine: how to safely and accurately inject therapeutic cells into the delicate spinal cord under real-time imaging. By integrating robotic control with the high-resolution visualization of MRI, Squires’ system enables minimally invasive access to previously unreachable targets, reducing trauma and improving outcomes for patients with spinal cord injuries or degenerative diseases. His contributions have been recognized as foundational for the emerging field of MRI-compatible interventional robotics, bridging the gap between imaging technology and targeted cell delivery. Squires’ work continues to influence the design of next-generation surgical robots, making him a key figure in the advancement of image-guided, cell-based therapies for neurological disorders.