Mohamed Y. El‐Sayed

University of Toronto

Papers

1

Total Citations

5

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About

Mohamed Y. El‐Sayed is a pioneering researcher in microrobotics and optoelectronic manipulation, with a focus on developing autonomous systems for microscale object handling. His key contributions center on optoelectronic tweezer-driven microrobots (OETdMs), a technology that uses light-induced dielectrophoresis to precisely control small dielectric structures across photoconductive substrates. In his highly cited 2021 paper, "Autonomous object harvesting using synchronized optoelectronic microrobots," El‐Sayed demonstrated how these microrobots can be programmed to autonomously locate, grasp, and transport secondary objects—a breakthrough for applications in biomedical engineering, lab-on-a-chip devices, and microassembly. This work, which has garnered 5 citations, showcases his ability to merge optical physics, robotics, and automation to solve complex micromanipulation challenges. El‐Sayed’s research is notable for its potential to revolutionize fields like cell sorting, drug delivery, and microsurgery, offering a scalable, non-invasive alternative to traditional methods. His achievements highlight a deep commitment to advancing autonomous microrobotic systems, positioning him as a rising leader in the intersection of photonics and robotics.

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Total Citations
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Autonomous object harvesting using synchronized optoelectronic microrobots
5 citations · 2021
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2021 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 11
🏛 Institutions: University of Toronto

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