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• Medical Imaging
• Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Ultrasound Simulation
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Toril A. Nagelhus Hernes is a Professor of Medical Technology and Pro-Rector for Innovation at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). She leads NTNU's strategic innovation initiatives and maintains industry partnerships while contributing to medical technology research. Current role in Rector's management team Focus on healthcare technology commercialization Advocate for medical research funding Active in diversity and patient safety efforts Her research bridges medical imaging , minimally invasive surgery , and ultrasound simulation , with over 20 years of contributions to image-guided therapy systems and surgical training platforms. Recent publications focus on 3D reconstruction , endoscopic navigation , and haptic feedback limitations in surgical simulators. She contributes to both technical development and healthcare policy discourse. She actively collaborates with St. Olavs Hospital , C3: Centre for Connected Care , and European Surgical Research networks to advance medical technology adoption in clinical practice.

Liv Kari DrolsumView profile

Professor

• Cataract Surgery and Complications
• Corneal Diseases and Surgery
• Keratoconus Management
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Liv Kari Drolsum is a Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, with clinical practice based at Oslo University Hospital, Ullevål. Her research focuses on anterior segment disorders with particular expertise in cataract surgery complications, corneal diseases, and ocular manifestations of systemic conditions. Her primary research interests include: Late in-the-bag intraocular lens dislocation management Corneal collagen cross-linking for keratoconus Glaucoma surgery in pseudoexfoliation syndrome Ocular manifestations of Marfan syndrome Corneal transplantation techniques Dr. Drolsum's recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on clinical trials and registry studies, particularly examining surgical outcomes, complication rates, and long-term follow-up data. Her work bridges evidence-based research with clinical practice, contributing significantly to treatment protocols in anterior segment surgery. She actively collaborates with colleagues at Oslo University Hospital, particularly with Dr. Olav Kristianslund, and is affiliated with the 'Anterior segment of the eye' research group. Her methodological approach combines randomized clinical trials, retrospective analyses, and innovative surgical technique development.

• Gastroenterology
• Colorectal Cancer Screening
• Clinical Epidemiology
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Lise Mørkved Helsingen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Clinical Medicine , UiT The Arctic University of Norway. Her work bridges Gastroenterology , Public Health , and Clinical Epidemiology , with a focus on evidence-based guidelines and cancer screening. Key Research Areas : Colorectal cancer screening, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), patient-centered care, and healthcare policy. Recent Publications highlight trends in IBD management, AI-assisted colonoscopy, and frameworks for balancing screening benefits/harms. Scientific Contributions : Developed guidelines for the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE). Co-authored influential works in The BMJ , JAMA Internal Medicine , and Annals of Oncology . Investigated SARS-CoV-2 transmission in Norway and Sweden during the pandemic. Lise collaborates with leading researchers like Michael Bretthauer and Magnus Løberg. Her work emphasizes shared decision-making , preventive medicine , and global healthcare standards .

Kim MathiassenView profile

Associate Professor

• Robotics
• Autonomous Cars
• Control Systems
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Kim Mathiassen is an Associate Professor at the University of Oslo (UiO), affiliated with the Department of Technology Systems within the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. He holds a part-time position (20%) at UiO and a primary role (90%) at the Norwegian Defence Research Establishment. His research focuses on robotics, autonomous systems, control systems, and medical robotics, with notable contributions to unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), path planning, sensor calibration, and medical device automation. Education details are not explicitly listed, but his academic background aligns with his research in robotics and control systems. He teaches TEK4030 - Control of Manipulators and Mobile Robots , emphasizing practical applications in robotics engineering. Research interests include autonomous navigation, real-time control algorithms, medical robotics integration, and multi-agent systems. His work spans technical challenges like sensor calibration, path following in off-road conditions, and reinforcement learning for milliscale robotics. Recent publications highlight advancements in visual tracking, UGV interoperability, and robotic-assisted medical procedures. Mathiassen collaborates extensively, evidenced by co-authored papers with institutions like NATO's Science and Technology Organization and the Norwegian Defence Research Establishment. His research bridges academic and military/military applications, with a focus on real-world deployable systems.

• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Autonomous Ships
• Machine Vision
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Robin Trulssen Bye is Professor and Deputy Head of Research at NTNU's Department of ICT and Natural Sciences, where he serves as academic director for MSc in Mechatronics and BSc in Automation and Intelligent Systems. His research explores cyber-physical systems with applications in autonomous ships, machine vision, and biomechatronic devices. Bye leads projects including NTNU SFI AutoShip and SAFEMATE, and collaborates with Ålesund Biomechanics Lab on computer haptic assisted orthopedic surgery (CHAOS). His teaching covers automation, AI, cybernetics, and control systems across bachelor and master levels. Research Focus Areas: Autonomous navigation systems for marine vessels Simulation frameworks for orthopedic surgery Dynamic resource allocation in complex systems Educational research in engineering pedagogy

• Urology
• Robotics
• Prostate Cancer
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Erling Johan Aarsæther is an Associate Professor and Senior Physician at the Department of Clinical Medicine, UiT The Arctic University of Norway. His work bridges clinical urology and cardiovascular research, focusing on robotic surgery, prostate and bladder cancers, and ischemia-reperfusion injury. University: UiT The Arctic University of Norway Department: Department of Clinical Medicine Rank: Associate Professor Email: erling.j.aarsather@uit.no Dr. Aarsæther's research spans urology , robotic surgical techniques , and cardioprotective studies . He has published extensively on patient-reported outcomes, surgical efficacy, and experimental models of organ injury. Recent collaborative publications highlight his expertise in robotic prostatectomy (2024), bladder cancer quality of life (2014), and telemedicine applications (2013). His work often involves multidisciplinary teams and experimental animal models.

Ole Jakob ElleView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• Medical Imaging
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Ole Jakob Elle is a Professor II at the University of Oslo's Department of Informatics, affiliated with the Research Group for Robotics and Intelligent Systems (ROBIN) and the Strategic Research Initiative in Multimodal Medical Imaging and Image Analysis (MEDIMA). His work focuses on advancing medical robotics, computer-aided surgery, and AI-driven solutions for healthcare. Key areas include cardiac monitoring, holographic surgical planning, and robotic systems for minimally invasive procedures. Research interests span artificial intelligence, medical imaging, surgical navigation, and adaptive systems. Notable contributions include developing HoloPatch for intracardiac surgery planning and algorithms for real-time echocardiography guidance. His interdisciplinary approach integrates robotics, computer vision, and clinical applications to enhance surgical precision and patient outcomes. Publications highlight advancements in neural networks for valve detection, mixed reality applications in surgery, and AI-based medical data structuring. Collaborations involve clinicians, engineers, and computer scientists to address challenges in cardiac defects, laparoscopic surgery, and remote medical mentoring. Elle’s work is published in journals like Scientific Reports , European Heart Journal , and Computer Methods and Programs in Biomedicine , reflecting his impact on translational medical research and technology development.

• Otolaryngology
• Biomedical Sciences
• Artificial Intelligence in Medicine
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Antonino Maniaci, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology at the University of Enna Kore School of Medicine in Italy. He earned his medical degree in 2015 and completed residency in Otorhinolaryngology in 2020 at the University of Catania, where he also obtained a PhD in Basic and Applied Biomedical Sciences. His work spans clinical research, surgical education, and translational biomedical applications. Research interests include AI integration in head and neck cancer diagnostics and surgical training Genotype-phenotype correlations in Usher syndrome Novel treatments for nasal obstruction and laryngopharyngeal reflux Postoperative neurological complications Recent publications highlight collaborations across international institutions, addressing topics like liquid biopsy for HPV-associated cancers , 3D-printed surgical models , and AI-driven concept mapping in medical education.

• Medical Robotics
• Neuroengineering
• Computer-Assisted Surgery
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Elena De Momi is an Assistant Professor in the Electronic Information and Bioengineering Department at Polytechnic University of Milan, where she co-founded the Neuroengineering and Medical Robotics Laboratory in 2008 and leads the Medical Robotics section. She also serves as Specialty Chief Editor for Biomedical Robotics at Frontiers in Robotics and AI. Her educational background includes: MSc in Biomedical Engineering (2002) PhD in Bioengineering (2006) Dr. De Momi's research focuses on medical robotics, neuroengineering, and computer-assisted surgery. She pioneers autonomous robotic systems for minimally invasive procedures, integrating computer vision, machine learning, and surgical expertise to enhance precision in interventions like fetoscopy and neurosurgery. Her work bridges engineering innovation with clinical applications to address challenges in surgical navigation and human-robot collaboration. Analysis of her 2023 publications reveals dominant trends in medical image processing for fetal surgery, kinematic analysis of movement under gravitational forces, and AI-driven surgical assistance systems. Key advancements include deep learning for placental vessel segmentation, real-time stereo depth estimation during operations, and gesture-based autonomous camera control—highlighting her focus on practical robotics solutions for complex surgical environments. She directs the Medical Robotics section within the Neuroengineering and Medical Robotics Laboratory, driving research on surgical robotics platforms, intra-operative imaging systems, and human-robot interaction frameworks for clinical deployment.