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Fabrizio Cutolo’s research sits at the intersection of augmented reality (AR), medical robotics, and human-robot interaction, with a focus on translating cutting-edge technology into tangible surgical and clinical benefits. His most influential work, “Augmented reality in open surgery” (2018, 125 citations), has become a cornerstone reference, demonstrating how AR can overlay critical anatomical information directly onto the surgical field, enhancing precision and reducing invasiveness. Cutolo has also pioneered systems for the magnetic guidance of endovascular devices, developing AR interfaces that allow freehand, intuitive control of magnetized therapeutic microparticles within the arterial tree—a promising approach to targeted drug delivery with fewer side effects. Beyond the operating room, his investigations into the neural correlates of human-robot handshaking (2010, 10 citations) have provided foundational insights into the cognitive and motor challenges of seamless human-robot interaction. His technical ingenuity extends to low-cost, accessible solutions, such as a three-eyed endoscope stitching method (2019) and a powerful stereo endoscope lab mock-up for robotic surgery (2023), enabling researchers to test machine vision and AR prototypes without prohibitive expense. Through these contributions, Cutolo has established himself as a key figure in making advanced medical technologies both smarter and more practical.