Belin Ma

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Belin Ma is a pioneering researcher in the field of robotic-assisted neurosurgery, with a primary focus on stereotactic surgical systems and telemanipulation technologies. Their seminal work, "Application of a Robotic Telemanipulation System in Stereotactic Surgery" (2007), which has garnered 36 citations, represents a landmark contribution to the field. In this study, Ma prospectively evaluated the CAS-BH5 robot system across 10 patients aged 5 to 79 years, demonstrating the clinical feasibility, accuracy, and safety of frameless stereotactic operations using robotic telemanipulation. This work was instrumental in bridging the gap between traditional frame-based stereotaxy and modern robotic approaches, offering a less invasive alternative with enhanced precision. Ma's research has significantly influenced the development of neurosurgical robotics, providing foundational evidence for the integration of robotic systems into clinical practice. Their contributions continue to inform the design of safer, more accurate surgical robots, making them a respected figure in the intersection of robotics and medicine.