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Milan Brandt is a versatile researcher whose work spans advanced manufacturing, laser processing, and surgical engineering — a rare combination that bridges industrial applications with life-saving medical innovation. Based at RMIT University, Brandt has built a distinguished career at the intersection of materials science, additive manufacturing, and robotics. His early contributions focused on laser-based repair technologies for the energy sector, developing in-situ cladding and laser repair techniques for steam turbine blades — work that progressed from fundamental research to full commercialisation, as evidenced by his influential 2009 paper (57 citations). This industrial impact demonstrated that precision laser processing could meaningfully extend the operational life of critical power generation infrastructure. More recently, Brandt has made significant strides in polymer composite 3D printing, with his 2020 mechanical analysis of material jetting composites attracting 89 citations and establishing him as a voice in next-generation additive manufacturing. Equally compelling is his pivot toward surgical robotics and orthopaedic implants, where he has pioneered robot-assisted implantation of patient-specific, additively manufactured titanium implants for bone tumour surgery — work with profound clinical implications. Taken together, Brandt's research portfolio reflects a rare capacity to translate manufacturing expertise into transformative solutions across both energy and healthcare sectors.