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Naoki Kaneko is a pioneering researcher at the forefront of robotic interventional neuroradiology, a rapidly evolving field that merges advanced robotics with endovascular neurosurgery. His work centers on developing and validating robotic systems for complex cerebrovascular procedures, with a particular focus on improving patient safety, reducing occupational radiation exposure to clinicians, and expanding access to specialized neurointerventional care in remote and underserved regions. Kaneko's most influential contribution, a 2021 comprehensive review of robotic interventional neuroradiology (66 citations), established a foundational framework for understanding how endovascular robots can precisely control guidewires and catheters while shielding operators from harmful radiation. Building on this theoretical groundwork, he has led and contributed to landmark clinical studies, including a multicenter evaluation of robotic diagnostic cerebral angiography across 113 patients and pioneering investigations into fully robotic treatment of head and neck hemorrhagic lesions. His in vitro research on robotic endovascular thrombectomy further demonstrates the technology's promise for acute ischemic stroke intervention. Collectively, Kaneko's body of work represents a transformative step toward safer, more precise, and geographically accessible neurointerventional care, making him an essential voice for students and clinicians exploring the future of robotic neurovascular medicine.