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Stephan Zangos is a pioneering figure in interventional radiology, known for advancing the precision and safety of image-guided procedures through robotic assistance. His research focuses on the development and clinical application of robotic systems for biopsies and minimally invasive interventions, particularly in the prostate, spine, and liver. Zangos made a major contribution with his 2011 study on an MR-compatible robotic system for transgluteal prostate biopsy, demonstrating its feasibility and safety in a high-field-strength system—a work that has garnered 93 citations and laid the groundwork for MR-guided oncologic interventions. His 2012 phantom study on robotic-assisted needle interventions using cone beam CT, cited 61 times, further established the accuracy and speed of these technologies. Zangos also explored radiation-free workflows for spinal K-wire placement and MR-guided prostate therapies, including brachytherapy and thermal ablation. His work has been instrumental in bridging robotics and interventional radiology, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes. With a career marked by technical innovation and clinical translation, Zangos continues to shape the future of minimally invasive, image-guided medicine.