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X. Tillou is a pioneering surgeon whose research centers on advancing robotic-assisted surgery, particularly in the fields of kidney cancer treatment and renal transplantation. Their major contributions include developing structured training programs for robotic surgery, as highlighted in their highly cited 2016 work on building effective simulation curricula. Tillou has also led critical investigations into oncological outcomes, most notably through a multicentric study evaluating hilar control approaches (On-clamp vs Off-clamp) during robotic partial nephrectomy, which garnered 17 citations and was conducted under the French UROCCR network. Their work extends to living donor nephrectomy, where they have compared surgical techniques from traditional lumbotomy to modern robotic methods, and they have explored the application of robotics in kidney transplantation. With a cumulative impact of over 40 citations across their most-cited papers, Tillou’s research is instrumental in shaping safer, more effective minimally invasive surgical practices. Their achievements underscore a commitment to improving patient outcomes through technological innovation and rigorous clinical evaluation, making them a key figure in the evolution of robotic urologic surgery.