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Humanitas University stands at the forefront of surgical innovation, establishing itself as a world-class research institution with a distinctive specialization in robotic and minimally invasive surgery across multiple oncological disciplines. Based in Milan, Italy, the university has built an exceptional research portfolio that systematically evaluates and advances robotic surgical techniques for cancers of the lung, pancreas, kidney, prostate, gastrointestinal tract, and head and neck — positioning it as one of Europe's most prolific centers for surgical robotics research. The institution's landmark contributions include the internationally recognized DIPLOMA trials, comparing minimally invasive and open distal pancreatectomy for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, which have collectively garnered over 400 citations and reshaped global surgical guidelines. Their thoracic surgery program has been equally influential, contributing pivotal multicenter and randomized controlled studies — including the ROMAN Study — that rigorously benchmark robotic approaches against traditional video-assisted and open techniques for lung cancer resection. These works have driven evidence-based adoption of robotic platforms in thoracic oncology worldwide. Humanitas researchers have also pioneered the use of indocyanine green fluorescence imaging in robotic procedures and developed validated assessment tools such as the ICARS system for evaluating non-technical surgical skills — demonstrating a commitment not only to operative outcomes but to surgical education and quality assurance. Their work on robot-assisted partial nephrectomy for complex renal tumors and robot-assisted radical prostatectomy further reflects a multidisciplinary depth rarely seen in a single institution. With strong international collaborative networks, consistently high-impact publications, and a culture of rigorous clinical trial design, Humanitas University offers prospective students and research partners an unparalleled environment to advance the science and practice of next-generation surgery.