Atharva Paralikar

University of Maryland, College Park, Children's National

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Atharva Paralikar is a researcher at the forefront of assistive robotics and image-guided medical interventions. His work centers on developing intelligent control systems that bridge human intention with robotic precision, with a particular focus on enhancing mobility and surgical accuracy. His most impactful contribution, "Development of a Modular Real-time Shared-control System for a Smart Wheelchair" (2023), has garnered 9 citations, demonstrating its influence in the field of human-robot interaction. This system exemplifies his approach to creating adaptive, user-centric technologies that empower individuals with disabilities. More recently, Paralikar has advanced into surgical robotics with "Robot-assisted ultrasound probe calibration for image-guided interventions" (2025), addressing critical challenges in real-time imaging for minimally invasive procedures. His research not only pushes the boundaries of shared autonomy but also lays practical groundwork for safer, more responsive robotic systems. Paralikar’s work is distinguished by its modular design philosophy and real-time implementation, making his contributions both theoretically robust and clinically relevant.