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Laurence Nouaille is a prominent researcher in medical robotics, with particular expertise in teleoperated systems, robot kinematics design, and rehabilitation engineering. Based at the intersection of mechanical engineering and healthcare technology, her work has significantly advanced the development of robots capable of performing remote medical procedures, including surgery, ultrasound diagnostics, and physical rehabilitation. Nouaille's most influential contribution is her 2016 systematic review of medical telerobotic systems, which has garnered over 166 citations and remains a foundational reference for researchers entering the field. Her sustained focus on tele-echography robots — systems that allow remote experts to guide ultrasound probes on distant patients — spans more than a decade, with notable publications on kinematic optimization dating back to 2010. She has also pioneered structured design methodologies for medical robots, developing knowledge-management frameworks and specialized optimization indices that help engineers navigate the complex requirements of clinical applications. More recently, Nouaille has expanded her scope to include rehabilitation robotics, including a variable stiffness rehabilitation robot and an innovative robotic brace for treating scoliosis. Across her career, her work consistently bridges rigorous engineering design with real-world medical need, making her a distinctive voice in translational robotics research.