Divya Chander

Papers

Total Citations

199

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About

Divya Chander is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of artificial intelligence, neuroscience, and surgical robotics, with a focus on autonomous systems and human-machine collaboration. Her most-cited work, "Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Surgical Robotics" (2019, 199 citations), critically examines landmark advances such as the Smart Tissue Autonomous Robot (STAR), which outperformed human surgeons in autonomous anastomosis. Chander’s contributions extend beyond technical analysis; she explores the ethical, regulatory, and cognitive implications of integrating AI into high-stakes medical environments. Her research has shaped how autonomous surgical systems are designed and evaluated, emphasizing safety, transparency, and human oversight. With a career spanning academia and industry, Chander has also contributed to neurotechnology and consciousness studies, making her a sought-after voice on the future of intelligent systems. Her work continues to influence both robotic surgery and the broader discourse on AI in medicine, inspiring a new generation of researchers to consider not just what machines can do, but how they should be trusted.