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Myrtede Alfred is a human factors and systems engineering researcher whose work centers on the safe and effective integration of robotic technology in surgical environments. With a particular focus on robotic-assisted surgery (RAS), Alfred has made significant contributions to understanding how workplace design, team dynamics, and technological infrastructure interact to shape patient safety and operational efficiency in the operating room. Alfred's most cited work, "Human Factors Integration in Robotic Surgery" (2022, 50 citations), establishes a compelling framework for applying evidence-based systems engineering and clinical human factors principles to surgical technology adoption. Her systematic review of work-system interventions (2021, 30 citations) critically examined the persistent gap between identified challenges and practical solutions in RAS—a theme that runs throughout her body of work. Notably, her research on operating room size (2021, 24 citations) highlighted an often-overlooked environmental factor, demonstrating that physical workspace dimensions meaningfully influence surgical workflow. Through rigorous methodologies including stepped-wedge crossover designs and flow disruption analysis, Alfred bridges theoretical human factors research with actionable clinical improvements. Her cumulative impact—exceeding 140 citations across a relatively compact body of work—reflects the timeliness and relevance of her scholarship to surgical safety communities worldwide.