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Andrea Schwier is a leading researcher in medical robotics, with a focus on telerobotic systems and minimally invasive surgical technologies. Her work addresses critical challenges in healthcare, from enhancing surgical precision to deploying robotics in pandemic response. Schwier’s major contributions include the development of the DLR MiroSurge telerobotic system for minimally invasive surgery, where she pioneered optimal setup algorithms that allow surgeons to preoperatively select and rate configurations, improving procedural accuracy and safety. She also designed a novel robotic instrument for minimally invasive waterjet surgery, integrating two degrees of freedom, suction, and splash protection to enable precise tissue cutting. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Schwier’s research on Digital Innovation Hubs in healthcare robotics provided vital support for patients and healthcare workers across Europe, demonstrating the real-world impact of her work (26 citations). Her innovative VR-Map device for patient registration and robot positioning further underscores her commitment to advancing surgical robotics. With a growing citation record and a portfolio of high-impact studies, Schwier is a key figure in the evolution of robotic-assisted surgery and healthcare automation.