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Philip Edgcumbe is a pioneering researcher in the field of surgical augmented reality, whose work has fundamentally advanced how surgeons visualize and navigate complex laparoscopic procedures. His primary research areas center on intra-operative imaging, projector-based augmented reality, and surface reconstruction for minimally invasive surgery. Edgcumbe’s major contribution is the development of the "Pico Lantern" and the projector-based augmented reality intracorporeal system (PARIS), which project critical anatomical data directly onto the surgical field, overcoming the limited field of view and depth perception challenges inherent in laparoscopic surgery. His most cited work, "Intra‐operative ultrasound‐based augmented reality guidance for laparoscopic surgery" (31 citations), directly addresses the high complication rate (47%) of excising endophytic tumors during partial nephrectomies. By integrating tracked projectors with laparoscopic ultrasound, his systems provide real-time, intuitive guidance, significantly improving surgical precision and safety. With a cumulative citation count exceeding 100, Edgcumbe’s innovations represent a transformative leap toward safer, more effective robot-assisted and laparoscopic surgeries.