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Masayuki Ando is a pioneering researcher whose work spans two seemingly distinct but equally demanding fields: robotic surgery for colorectal cancer and humanoid robotics for competitive platforms. In the medical domain, Ando has made significant contributions to advancing minimally invasive techniques for low rectal cancer. His landmark 2023 study, which has garnered 6 citations, explores the feasibility and safety of combining robotic surgery with transanal total mesorectal excision (TaTME). This hybrid approach addresses the notorious technical challenges of laparoscopic surgery in the narrow pelvis, offering patients potentially better oncological and functional outcomes. On the engineering side, Ando was a key contributor to the CIT Brains KidSize Robot team, which won the prestigious Best Humanoid Award at RoboCup 2014. This achievement demonstrates his deep expertise in bipedal locomotion, real-time control, and autonomous decision-making—skills that translate into the precision required for surgical robotics. While his citation counts are modest, Ando’s work is notable for its interdisciplinary impact, bridging surgical innovation with cutting-edge robotics. His research continues to inspire both clinicians seeking safer surgical approaches and roboticists pushing the boundaries of autonomous humanoid performance.