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Sotiris Avgousti is a researcher whose work sits at the intersection of medical robotics, telemedicine, and assistive technologies. He has made significant contributions to the field of telerobotic systems, particularly in exploring how robotic platforms can enable remote medical procedures across wired and wireless communication networks. His 2016 systematic review of medical telerobotic systems, which has garnered 166 citations, remains a foundational reference for researchers navigating this rapidly evolving landscape. Avgousti has also demonstrated practical applications of telerobotics, including pioneering work on remote cardiac ultrasonography over 4G LTE networks, bridging the gap between engineering innovation and real-world clinical deployment. Beyond surgical and diagnostic telerobotics, Avgousti has broadened his focus to address the growing demands of an aging global population. His 2020 paper on nursing and assistive robotics, cited over 114 times, highlights opportunities and challenges in integrating robots into patient care. Complementing this, he has authored overviews of assistive technologies for elderly care and examined robotic systems in current clinical practice. More recently, Avgousti has extended his interests to STEM education, investigating how robotics competitions can serve as meaningful pedagogical tools. Across his career, his research consistently connects technological advancement with tangible human benefit.