Papers
14
Total Citations
133
H-Index
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About
Karim Belharet is a leading researcher at the intersection of medical robotics and targeted drug delivery, with a primary focus on developing magnetic actuation systems for microrobotic navigation. His work is centered on overcoming the challenges of precise drug transport within complex biological environments, particularly the delicate structures of the inner ear. Belharet’s major contributions include the design of novel permanent-magnet-based actuators and robotic platforms, such as the "CochleRob," a parallel-serial robot that positions a magnetic actuator around a patient’s head for intracochlear microrobot navigation. This system aims to treat hearing loss caused by cochlear damage by guiding super-paramagnetic drug carriers. His foundational work on a macro–micromanipulation platform for inner ear drug delivery has garnered 44 citations, demonstrating its significant impact. Additionally, his research on vision-based magnetic actuator positioning for wireless microrobot control (20 citations) and the design of a robotized magnetic platform for targeted cochlear drug delivery (9 citations) underscores his commitment to translating microrobotic technologies into clinical solutions. Belharet’s innovative actuator designs and control strategies are paving the way for minimally invasive treatments of hearing disorders and other vascular diseases.
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Top Papers
- 1Macro–micromanipulation platform for inner ear drug delivery44 citations · 2018
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- 3Permanent Magnets based Actuator for Microrobots Navigation17 citations · 2019
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- 8Magnetic Catheter Optimized for Navigation in a Complex Vascular Network4 citations · 2022
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