J. Scott Pannell

University of California San Diego, University of San Diego

Papers

Total Citations

174

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About

J. Scott Pannell is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of neuroendovascular surgery and biomedical engineering, whose work is redefining the treatment of cerebral disorders. His primary research areas include soft robotics, microcatheter design, and the integration of artificial intelligence into endovascular neurosurgery. Pannell’s most significant contribution is the development of a soft robotic steerable microcatheter, a breakthrough device that addresses a critical clinical challenge: the inability to navigate standard catheters through the brain’s tortuous vasculature, which complicates up to 25% of aneurysm cases. His landmark 2021 paper on this technology has garnered 144 citations, underscoring its impact on the field. Additionally, his 2022 review on robotics and AI in endovascular neurosurgery, with 24 citations, provides a forward-looking synthesis of how these technologies can enhance precision and outcomes in neurovascular care. Pannell’s work not only offers a tangible solution to a pressing surgical problem but also charts a path toward safer, more effective interventions for patients with complex cerebral disorders.