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Susumu Oguri is a pioneering roboticist whose work bridges the gap between surgical precision and intuitive human-machine interaction. His primary research focuses on developing advanced robotic systems for minimally invasive surgery, particularly for gastrointestinal procedures and single-port surgery. Oguri's most significant contribution is the creation of a novel robotic-assisted flexible endoscope that enables single-hand control for endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD), a technique demonstrated successfully in ex vivo porcine stomachs (62 citations). He also led the development of a six-degree-of-freedom robotic system for single-port surgery, which uniquely manipulates the vision field to overcome arm collisions and size limitations (58 citations). His work on intraluminal access robots further advances ESD by enhancing dexterity within the gastrointestinal tract (31 citations). Beyond surgery, Oguri has explored energy-efficient industrial robotics, designing a high-speed pick-and-place robot with an in-frame parallel spring for energy savings. His multidisciplinary approach—from microsurgical systems that induce multisensory illusions to practical industrial applications—showcases a commitment to making robotic systems more intuitive, efficient, and accessible.