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Harald Fischer is a pioneering figure in the field of medical robotics, with a career dedicated to developing innovative technologies for minimally invasive surgery and interventional radiology. His primary research areas include MRI-compatible robotic systems, image-guided breast biopsy, and the application of shape memory alloys in medical instruments. Fischer’s most significant contributions lie in the design and clinical validation of robots that operate within high-field MRI scanners, enabling real-time, high-precision interventions. His seminal 2003 paper on an MRI-compatible surgical robot (134 citations) and his 2000 work on a robotic system for breast lesion biopsy and therapy (131 citations) have become foundational references in the field. These systems, such as the ROBITOM series, allow for simultaneous diagnosis and treatment of breast carcinomas as small as 3 mm, dramatically improving patient outcomes. Fischer also co-founded Endosmart GmbH, a spin-off from Forschungszentrum Karlsruhe, which commercializes NiTi-based tools for minimally invasive surgery. With over 400 cumulative citations, his work has shaped the trajectory of interventional MRI and continues to inspire new generations of medical roboticists.