Samantha Linn

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Dr. Samantha Linn is a pioneer in the field of open-source biomedical robotics, with a primary focus on democratizing access to advanced microsurgical technologies. Her most cited work, "Assembly and operation of an open-source, computer numerical controlled (CNC) robot for performing cranial microsurgical procedures" (2020, 41 citations), represents a landmark contribution to the intersection of low-cost fabrication and precision neurosurgery. In this study, Dr. Linn designed and validated a fully open-source CNC-based robotic system capable of performing delicate cranial microsurgeries, dramatically reducing the financial and technical barriers associated with commercial surgical robots. Her approach—leveraging widely available materials and digital manufacturing—has enabled laboratories and clinics in resource-limited settings to adopt robotic assistance for procedures such as burr hole drilling and electrode implantation. With 41 citations, this work has become a foundational reference for researchers exploring frugal innovation in surgical robotics. Dr. Linn’s broader research agenda encompasses the development of modular, replicable robotic platforms for neuroscience and translational medicine. Her commitment to open-source principles and rigorous validation has established her as a leading voice in the movement toward accessible, high-precision surgical tools.