Ioannis Kanellos

IMT Atlantique, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

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Ioannis Kanellos is a multidisciplinary researcher whose work spans human-robot interaction, smart space coordination, and assistive technology. His research has made notable contributions to the design and deployment of intelligent robotic systems, with a particular focus on how autonomous agents can serve real-world human needs across medical, social, and environmental contexts. One of his most influential contributions is his 2018 work on coordinated multi-robot assistance deployment in smart spaces, which garnered 7 citations and addressed the complex challenge of orchestrating multiple robotic agents to assist users in intelligent environments. His earlier foray into surgical robotics, specifically robotic D2 surgery for gastric cancer (2009), reflects a remarkably broad research profile that bridges engineering and clinical application. More recently, Kanellos has turned his attention to socially impactful technology, developing an automated gesture imitation game for teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), demonstrating a commitment to leveraging robotics for therapeutic and educational purposes. Across these contributions, Kanellos exemplifies a researcher driven by practical human benefit, consistently applying robotics and system design to improve quality of life — whether in hospital operating rooms, assisted living environments, or therapeutic settings for neurodiverse youth.