Katie Gandomi
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Total Citations
137
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About
Katie Gandomi is a biomedical robotics researcher whose work sits at the dynamic intersection of medical imaging, surgical robotics, and therapeutic interventions. Her research focuses primarily on MRI-guided robotic systems for minimally invasive neurosurgery, with particular emphasis on needle-based therapeutic ultrasound (NBTU) for brain tumor ablation — a technique demanding extraordinary precision to destroy malignant tissue while preserving surrounding healthy brain matter. Among her most influential contributions is the development of an integrated robotic system for MRI-guided neuroablation, which has garnered 32 citations, alongside pioneering work on closed-loop robotic needle insertion that compensates in real time for needle deflection and target shift (31 citations). These advances represent meaningful steps toward safer, more accurate stereotactic neurosurgery. Gandomi has also contributed to MRI-compatible actuator design, thermal ablation modeling, and surgical planning software such as NeuroPlan. Notably, her research extends beyond oncology — her work on robot-assisted autism therapy (19 citations) demonstrates a commitment to broadening robotics' humanitarian applications. Collectively, her publications reflect a researcher dedicated to translating intelligent robotic systems from laboratory validation into genuine clinical impact.
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- 3Interactive Tracking for Robot-Assisted Autism Therapy19 citations · 2017
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