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Bruno Meiser is a pioneering figure in the field of minimally invasive and robotic cardiac surgery. His research has fundamentally advanced the application of computer-assisted surgical systems for coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), with a particular focus on endoscopic procedures performed on the beating heart. Meiser’s major contributions include the clinical validation of the ZEUS robotic system, demonstrating its feasibility and safety for complex coronary revascularization. His landmark 1999 paper, “Use of the voice-controlled and computer-assisted surgical system zeus for endoscopic coronary artery bypass grafting,” has garnered 283 citations, underscoring its foundational impact. In a key study, Meiser and his team successfully performed endoscopic CABG on 25 patients using the ZEUS system combined with 3D visualization, a significant step toward reducing surgical trauma and improving recovery. His work also explored port-access and off-pump techniques, further refining less invasive approaches. With over 470 cumulative citations across his most-cited works, Meiser’s research has shaped modern cardiac surgery, inspiring a generation of surgeons to embrace robotic technology for enhanced precision and patient outcomes.