T Looi

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Dr. T. Looi is a leading researcher in surgical robotics and medical cyber-physical systems, with a focus on advancing teleoperation and human-robot interaction for minimally invasive surgery. Their most cited work, "A Modular ROS-based dVRK Teleoperation Controller Architecture" (2022, 6 citations), introduces a flexible, open-source framework that extends the capabilities of the da Vinci Research Kit (dVRK). This contribution enables researchers to implement and test novel teleoperation control strategies for the Patient Side Manipulators (PSMs) using the Master Tool Manipulators (MTMs), replicating the core functionality of the da Vinci Surgical System. By leveraging the Robot Operating System (ROS), Dr. Looi’s architecture promotes modularity and reproducibility in surgical robotics research, facilitating rapid prototyping and benchmarking of control algorithms. Their work has been instrumental in bridging the gap between commercial surgical systems and academic research, empowering labs worldwide to explore advanced teleoperation techniques. With a growing citation impact and a commitment to open-source tools, Dr. Looi continues to shape the future of robot-assisted surgery, making complex procedures safer and more accessible through innovative engineering.