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Reo Kawaguchi is a pioneering researcher at the forefront of robotic neuroendovascular intervention, a field dedicated to developing robotic systems for minimally invasive brain surgery. His primary research areas include surgical robotics, haptic feedback systems, and remote surgery for endovascular treatments. Kawaguchi’s major contribution is the development of a novel operation support robot equipped with a sensory-motor feedback system, which allows surgeons to perform delicate neuroendovascular procedures with enhanced precision and reduced radiation exposure. His most cited work (23 citations) demonstrates the robot’s ability to provide real-time force sensing, a critical feature for navigating fragile blood vessels. In a landmark achievement, Kawaguchi conducted the world’s first remote catheter surgery experiment using an endovascular treatment support robot, proving the feasibility of telesurgery in this domain (12 citations). His ongoing work includes developing advanced force sensors and addressing practical challenges for clinical adoption. With a cumulative impact of nearly 40 citations, Kawaguchi’s research is shaping the future of safer, remotely deliverable neurovascular care.