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Dillan Prasad is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of neuroscience, robotics, and spine surgery, whose work is reshaping how we understand and treat the human nervous system. His most impactful contribution, the 2023 study "Tessellation of artificial touch via microstimulation of human somatosensory cortex" (22 citations), represents a breakthrough in neuroprosthetics—demonstrating how microstimulation of the brain can recreate precise tactile sensations, offering new hope for individuals with paralysis or limb loss. This foundational work has quickly become a touchstone in the field of neural interfaces. Prasad’s research extends into the operating room, where he critically examines the role of automation in spine surgery. His 2024 paper "Beyond AI and robotics: the dawn of surgical automation in spine surgery" (8 citations) explores how artificial intelligence and machine learning could transform clinical practice, while his 2025 work "Where are all the neurosurgery robots?" provocatively questions the pace of robotic adoption. He also addresses the human element of surgical innovation, authoring a scoping review on resident training in minimally invasive spine surgery. Through these contributions, Prasad is not only advancing technology but also shaping how the next generation of surgeons will learn and operate.