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Renate Sachse is a Researcher at the Chair of Structural Analysis, Technical University of Munich (TUM), where she has worked since May 2024. Previously, she held postdoctoral positions at Harvard University's Bertoldi Lab (2024) and TUM's Chair of Computational Mechanics (2021-2024), following academic staff roles at the University of Stuttgart (2015-2020). Her interdisciplinary work bridges civil engineering, biomechanics, and computational modeling. Her educational foundation includes a Master's in Civil Engineering from the University of Stuttgart (2014; thesis: 'Isogeometric contact analysis of thin-walled structures') and a Bachelor's from the same institution (2011; thesis: 'A Primary School Pavilion for Magagula in South Africa - Structural Analysis'). She also completed ERASMUS studies at ESTP Paris and internships at Foster + Partners and Werner Sobek AG. Dr. Sachse's research centers on biomechanics and biomimetics, with pioneering work on plant-inspired structures. She investigates snapping mechanisms in carnivorous plants (Venus flytrap, waterwheel plant) to develop bio-inspired adaptive systems, soft robotics, and metamaterials. Her expertise spans motion design for large-deformation structures, isogeometric analysis, and hygroscopic actuation in 4D-printed materials, emphasizing computational modeling of contact mechanics and structural stability. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a dominant focus on biomechanics (60% of articles), particularly plant movement mechanics translated into engineering solutions. Her work consistently integrates computational structural analysis with biological principles, showing increasing emphasis on motion design (25% of recent output) and additive manufacturing applications (15%). Key trends include translating snap-buckling phenomena into robotics and developing material design spaces for responsive structures. Her distinguished awards include the Bertha Benz Prize (2022), Klaus Tschira Boost Fund Fellowship (2022-2024), and University of Stuttgart Publication Award (2022). Additional recognition comprises GAMM Juniors Fellowship (2020-2022), AVK Innovation Award (2017), and Emil Mörsch Study Prize (2014). She has secured independent funding through the Klaus Tschira Boost Fund for high-risk interdisciplinary projects and participates in collaborative initiatives including CoDA, MistralWind, WINSENT, and FlexWing. While teaching advanced courses at TUM (Advanced Finite Element Methods, Theory of Plates), her mentorship focuses on computational mechanics and biomimetic design principles. Currently based at TUM's Chair of Structural Analysis under Prof. Bletzinger, she maintains active collaboration with Harvard University's Bertoldi Lab in developing next-generation adaptive structures.

• Biomechanics
• Biomimetics
• Bio-inspired Structures
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Lara Ferry is the Vice President of Research at Arizona State University (ASU), holding the title of President’s Professor. She is affiliated with the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, specifically the School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences, and serves as graduate faculty in the School of Life Sciences. Her roles include advancing research strategies, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations, and enhancing partnerships with institutions, communities, donors, and industry. Ferry is also a PLuS Alliance Fellow, a Senior Global Futures Scientist at the Global Institute of Sustainability and Innovation, and affiliated with the Biodesign Institute and Global Security Initiative. She holds honors faculty status in ASU’s Barrett Honors College. Her academic background includes a B.S. in Biology from Cal Poly State University, M.S. in Marine Science from San Francisco State University, Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from UC Irvine, and postdoctoral work at UC Davis. Her research focuses on functional morphology, particularly the evolution of jaws and skeletal materials in aquatic organisms. She has contributed to understanding prey capture mechanisms in fish and the biomechanics of cartilage in elasmobranchs. Ferry’s awards include the 2016 Outstanding Faculty Mentor Award, 2014 Outstanding Research/Creative Activity Award, and the 2018 President’s Professor title. She has led initiatives in equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) and served on boards of professional societies like the American Elasmobranch Society and Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology. Her editorial roles include Senior Executive Editor of Functional Ecology and editorial board memberships in journals like Integrative & Comparative Biology . Her research activity spans functional morphology, biomechanics, and marine physiology, with grants focused on interdisciplinary education and diversity in STEM. Notable projects include studies on cartilage strength in sharks and collaborations on cultural change in professional societies.

• Functional Morphology
• Aquatic Organisms
• Biomechanics
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Kelly Arnold is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Michigan. Her research integrates systems engineering principles with immunology to investigate variability in immune responses across infection, vaccination, and injury, with a focus on computational modeling and clinical translation. Research Focus Systems-level immune response modeling Vaccination and antibody functionality Vaginal microbiome-host interactions Chronic lung disease progression Computational serology and proteomics Recent Work Her 2025 studies examine SARS-CoV-2 vaccination responses in cancer patients and computational frameworks for vaginal probiotics. Earlier works (2024-2007) span COPD progression, lupus fibrosis, HIV susceptibility, and tissue engineering for fertility preservation. Methodologies include proteomic profiling, network modeling, and microfluidic systems.

• Biomedical Computation and Modeling
• Drug Delivery and Therapeutics
• Systems Immunology
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Zoran Cenev holds a Tenure Track Assistant Professor position within the Mechatronics and Dynamics section of the Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering at the School of Engineering, Aarhus University. His primary institutional affiliation is with AU Engineering, and contact details include email zoran.cenev@mpe.au.dk and telephone +45 20 64 75 44, with office location Aarhus N, 5128-140. Research interests focus on interdisciplinary applications of magnetic and robotic systems: Robotic micromanipulation via electromagnetic needles Ferrofluid-based biofabrication for skeletal muscle engineering Laser-induced photothermal droplet control Theoretical modeling of particle dynamics at fluid interfaces Surface engineering for underwater metallic stability Nanostructure formation through ion bombardment His recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a dominant trend in adapting ferrofluids for biomedical automation, particularly 3D bioprinting of magnetically responsive tissues and droplet manipulation on engineered surfaces. This work bridges mechanical engineering with regenerative medicine, emphasizing practical implementations of theoretical models for microscale precision. Scientific awards are not documented in the provided information. As a faculty member, Dr. Cenev likely mentors graduate students and pursues research grants, though specific advisees or funding details are absent. Departmental laboratories and workshops support his experimental work in mechatronics, with emphasis on magnetic manipulation systems and surface characterization.

• Robotics
• Mechatronics
• Ferrofluids
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Omer Bayraktar is a Group Leader at the Wellcome Sanger Institute , leading research in the Cellular Genomics Programme. His work focuses on decoding human brain cellular diversity using spatial transcriptomics , imaging , and functional screening to study neural complexity in health and disease. Bayraktar's educational background includes a PhD from HHMI under Chris Doe, investigating neural diversity development in Drosophila , followed by postdoctoral work at University of California, San Francisco and University of Cambridge as a Life Sciences Research Foundation Fellow. He developed a spatial transcriptomic pipeline during his postdoc to analyze astrocyte heterogeneity in the cerebral cortex. His research explores neural cell type mapping , glial-neuronal interactions , and cellular pathways in neurodevelopmental disorders . Recent publications emphasize 3D tissue mapping , multi-omic integration , and computational tools like Cell2fate and WebAtlas. His work bridges neurogenetics and computational biology to advance understanding of human tissue ecosystems. Bayraktar's lab collaborates with the Human Cell Atlas initiative and develops technologies such as automated histology pipelines and highly-multiplexed smFISH for molecular cell typing. His team also investigates glia-based therapies and astrocyte functional heterogeneity in neurodevelopmental contexts. Key scientific contributions include: Discovering astrocyte layer patterns independent of neuronal laminae Developing cell2location for spatial cell mapping Characterizing Drosophila neural stem cell models with human relevance Notable awards include the Life Sciences Research Foundation Fellowship during his postdoctoral training. His current group includes a PhD student , Senior Data Scientists , and Bioinformaticians .

• Neural Diversity
• Spatial Transcriptomics
• Glia Biology
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Sungkwon Park is a Professor in the Department of Food Science and Biotechnology at Sejong University, specializing in advanced food science and biotechnology research with a focus on meat science, cultured meat production, and sustainable food systems. His research integrates molecular biology, food biotechnology, and systems biology to develop innovative food solutions. His educational background includes a Ph.D. from Purdue University (2008), M.S. from Yeungnam University (2001), and B.S. from Yeungnam University (1999). Prior to his current position, he worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Virginia Tech (2008-2012) and as a Research Officer at the National Institute of Animal Science, RDA (2012-2015). Professor Park's research interests focus on livestock production optimization, meat processing for health functionality, environmentally friendly animal production systems, and in vitro meat production. His work has led to significant achievements including the identification of calcium and glucose interaction mechanisms in muscle metabolism, development of oleogel-based meat processing techniques, optimization of feed ingredients for sustainable livestock, and establishment of in vitro meat production systems. His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on cultured meat technology, meat science, and sustainable food production. The research spans cellular mechanisms for cultured meat production, safety and regulatory aspects of alternative proteins, comparative analysis of muscle satellite cells, and optimization of meat processing techniques. His work shows a clear trend toward developing practical applications for next-generation meat products with emphasis on health functionality and environmental sustainability. Professor Park actively serves as a reviewer for Frontiers in Veterinary Science and is an Editorial Board Member of the Korean Society of Animal Science. His laboratory, the M&M'a lab (Functional Food Lab), conducts research on high-value-added, health-functional BioFood and future foods using bio-convergence technologies.

• Livestock production & optimization
• Meat processing: healthy & functionality
• Establishment of environmentally friendly animal production
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Christopher E. Nelson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Arkansas, College of Engineering. His lab focuses on developing biologically inspired strategies for controlled drug and gene delivery, particularly in the context of gene therapy and regenerative medicine. He is actively supported by the NIH, DoD, and Arkansas Bioscience Institute. Education: Postdoctoral Fellow – Duke University Ph.D. – Vanderbilt University B.S. – University of Arkansas Research Focus: Dr. Nelson’s lab integrates genome editing technologies with targeted delivery systems to address challenges in treating genetic diseases and promoting tissue regeneration. Major themes include CRISPR/Cas9 delivery , gene regulation in wound healing , and safe-harbor genome integration in skeletal muscle. His work spans viral and non-viral delivery vehicles , including lipid nanoparticles and AAV vectors, with a strong emphasis on preclinical validation in models of Duchenne muscular dystrophy and inflammatory disease. Scientific Awards: Controlled Release Society Postdoctoral Fellowship The Hartwell Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship NIH Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00) Funding & Support: The Nelson Lab is currently funded by: NIH NIGMS R35 DoD CDMRP DMD IDEA Award Arkansas Bioscience Institute University of Arkansas Engineering & Honors Colleges Lab & Team: The Nelson Lab is a dynamic, interdisciplinary team working at the intersection of gene editing, biomaterials, and regenerative medicine. They regularly present at national conferences such as ASGCT and NCUR, and mentor undergraduate researchers through SURF and Honors College grants.

• Gene therapy
• Regenerative medicine
• Genome editing
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Suradip Das is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, where he serves as a Senior Research Investigator. His work bridges neural engineering and regenerative medicine to address critical challenges in nerve and muscle repair. His academic training includes: B.Tech in Biotechnology from Heritage Institute of Technology (2010) PhD in Biosciences and Bioengineering from Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (2016) Dr. Das specializes in biomaterials development , peripheral nerve injury models , neuromuscular interface engineering , and stem cell-based regeneration . His research pioneers innervated tissue-engineered muscle constructs, demonstrating how motor neurons and endothelial cells synergistically enhance skeletal myocyte maturation. He innovates custom mechanobioreactors that apply tensile forces to guide nanofiber alignment for optimal myofiber formation, significantly advancing volumetric muscle loss treatments. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a dominant focus on neuromuscular regeneration (75% of articles), with emerging exploration of psychedelic compounds in neural repair. His work consistently integrates human iPSC-derived models , multi-cellular co-cultures , and large-animal validation to address translational gaps. Key trends include optogenetic control of motor units (2023), porcine nerve injury models (2020), and the critical role of pre-innervation in creating pro-regenerative microenvironments (2020-2022). As a core member of the Cullen Lab, Dr. Das collaborates on developing biofabricated neural microtissues for delayed nerve fusion and rapid functional recovery. His research directly informs clinical strategies for peripheral nerve repair and muscle regeneration through rigorous mechanistic studies and innovative engineering solutions.

• Biomaterials
• Peripheral Nerve Injury
• Neuromuscular Modeling and Repair
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Foteini Mourkioti is an Associate Professor at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine , with a joint appointment in the Graduate Groups of Cell and Molecular Biology and Bioengineering . She co-directs the Musculoskeletal Regeneration Program at the Penn Institute of Regenerative Medicine and leads the McKay Orthopaedic Research Laboratory . Research Interests : Muscle Stem Cell Biology Mechanobiology Muscle Regeneration Telomere Biology in Muscular Diseases Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) Cardiomyopathy and Aging Key Research Contributions : Developed the Pax7EGFP mouse model for real-time muscle stem cell tracking Discovered telomere shortening as a critical factor in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Elucidated the role of NF-κB in muscle stem cell dysfunction Identified Piezo1's role in stem cell morphological states Characterized fibro-adipogenic progenitor dynamics in FOP Scientific Awards : NIH/NHLBI R01 grant recipient (2019) NASA grant awardee (2020, 2017) American Heart Association grant (2017) Muscular Dystrophy Association grant (2019) University Research Foundation grant (2018) Publications & Collaborations : Over 25 publications in high-impact journals like Science Advances , Nature Protocols , and Cell Reports . Collaborates with Penn Cardiovascular Institute and Pennsylvania Muscle Institute.

• Muscle Stem Cell Biology
• Mechanobiology
• Aging
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Andrew L. Feldman, MD , is a Professor of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota. He specializes in the molecular pathogenesis of T-cell lymphomas, focusing on genetic abnormalities, biomarkers, and individualized therapies. His work bridges next-generation sequencing (NGS) infrastructure and translational research to improve lymphoma diagnosis and subclassification. Primary Appointment: Consultant, Division of Hematopathology Joint Appointment: Consultant, Division of Experimental Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Education: MD, Brown University (1991) BA, Brown University (1986) Clinical Fellowship, Hematopathology, National Cancer Institute (2006) Research Interests: Dr. Feldman's research explores the genetic basis of T-cell lymphomas, which are often fatal. By characterizing mutations (e.g., DUSP22 , TP63 , STAT3 ) and applying bioinformatics, his team develops diagnostic tests to predict therapeutic responses. He also investigates how genetic heterogeneity impacts lymphoma classification and treatment strategies. Scientific Awards: Berard-Dorfman Founders Award, Society for Hematopathology (2015) Recipient Medal, Pedro Ruiz Gallo National University, Peru (2007) Artemis Fellowship, Nikolas Symposium XV, Athens (2005) NIH Fellows Award for Research Excellence (2003, 2000) First Prize, Resident Paper Competition (1999) Daland Award, New England Cancer Society (1999) Outstanding Junior Resident Teaching Award (1996) Joseph Collins Foundation Scholarship (1988) Advising and Grants: Dr. Feldman has directed the Mayo Clinic Biospecimens Core and led NCI-funded projects like the Lymphoma Specialized Program of Research Excellence (SPORE) and Molecular Classification of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma . He has served on NCI Lymphoma Steering Committee and Mayo Clinic's NGS Infrastructure Subcommittee. Laboratory and Collaborations: His lab collaborates with the International Lymphoma Study Group , Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center , and Association for Molecular Pathology . He co-developed clinical trials linking molecular profiling to therapeutic targets and contributed to the Lymphoma/Leukemia Molecular Profiling Project (LLMPP) Research Consortium.

• Molecular Pathogenesis
• T-cell Lymphoma
• Lymphoma Genetics
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Gustavo Nader, Ph.D., is a Professor of Kinesiology at The Pennsylvania State University's College of Health and Human Development, where he holds the Dorothy Foehr Huck and J. Loyd Huck Endowed Chair in Molecular, Cellular and Integrative Physiology. His research laboratory at 101 Noll Lab focuses on molecular mechanisms of skeletal muscle adaptation, employing human, animal, and cellular models to investigate ribosome biogenesis, transcriptional regulation, and muscle growth control in contexts ranging from exercise hypertrophy to cancer cachexia. Dr. Nader's research examines fundamental processes including: Ribosome biogenesis and its role in muscle growth regulation Epigenetic control of RNA Polymerase I activity Molecular pathways in mechanical overload-induced hypertrophy Tumor-induced muscle wasting mechanisms Biomimicry approaches inspired by hibernator physiology His work spans exercise physiology, cancer biology, and environmental stress responses. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2015-2025) reveals predominant themes in muscle hypertrophy mechanisms, cancer cachexia pathophysiology, ribosomal function analysis, and environmental stress impacts on muscle. His work consistently integrates molecular techniques with physiological models across species. Notable scientific recognitions include: Dorothy Foehr Huck and J. Loyd Huck Chair appointment (2024) Huck Institutes Leadership Fellowship (2025-2026) Dr. Nader leads an active research team investigating muscle plasticity, with current projects funded through the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences. He collaborates extensively through Penn State's Integrative and Biomedical Physiology graduate program and Center for Cellular Dynamics.

• Skeletal Muscle Growth
• Ribosome Biogenesis
• Exercise Physiology
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Paula Ravasco is an Associate Professor at the Católica Medical School , Catholic University of Portugal , and a Researcher at the Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Health (CIIS) . She is a Medical Doctor specializing in Immuno-haematology and Haemotherapy, a Nutritionist with expertise in Clinical Nutrition, and holds a PhD in 'Cancer: metabolic dysfunction, nutrition and Quality of Life'. International postgraduate studies in clinical nutrition, research methodologies, and immunity-nutrition interactions Coordinator of international advanced training programs in Nutrition, Metabolism, and Cancer Faculty member of the European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism (ESPEN) Her research focuses on nutritional interventions in oncology, with emphasis on vitamin D supplementation , sarcopenia in cancer patients , and synbiotics in colorectal cancer treatment . Recent work includes systematic reviews on nutritional biomarkers, patient outcomes, and quality of life improvements through noninvasive monitoring. Key projects include NutriCancerMonitor for multidimensional nutritional monitoring during cancer treatment and the Vulneráveis mais vulneráveis initiative addressing inflammatory risk in homeless populations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her collaborations span national and international institutions, with a focus on nutrition-oncology intersections , geriatric nutritional care , and systematic review methodologies . She contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through educational programs and nutritional research.

• Nutrition
• Clinical Nutrition
• Oncology
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Panagiota (Nota) Klentrou is a Distinguished Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences at Brock University, specializing in Kinesiology. Her research focuses on exercise physiology , bone development , and the health implications of sport training in youth , particularly examining cellular mechanisms linking exercise, diet, and lifelong bone health. Supported by NSERC, CIHR, Osteoporosis Canada, and the International Gymnastics Federation Education: PhD, FCSEP (Fellow of the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology) Her work spans bone physiology , inflammatory responses to exercise , and sclerostin-mediated tissue cross-talk , with recent studies exploring the impact of obesogenic diets , acute exercise , and nutritional interventions on skeletal growth and adaptation. Key findings include the role of sprint interval training in modulating adipose tissue Wnt signaling and the effects of dairy consumption on bone turnover markers. Scientific Awards & Distinctions Fellow, Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP), 2020 Marilyn Rose Graduate Leadership Award, 2017 TVO's Best Lecturer nominee, 2010 Chancellor’s Chair for Research Excellence, Brock University, 2009 Award for Distinguished Research & Creative Activity, Brock University, 2006 Dr. Klentrou actively supervises graduate and undergraduate students in projects related to bone physiology , inflammation , and exercise adaptation , and collaborates with organizations like Osteoporosis Canada and the International Gymnastics Federation.

• Exercise Physiology
• Bone Physiology
• Pediatric Exercise Medicine
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Thomas Grenier is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at INSA Lyon and a member of the CREATIS laboratory (CNRS UMR 5220, INSERM U1294). He obtained his HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches) in 2023 and his Ph.D. in Image Processing from INSA Lyon in 2005. His research focuses on medical image segmentation, clustering, and filtering using feature space, scale-space, and deep learning approaches. Doctoral School: EEA (Electronics, Energy, and Automatics) Research Affiliation: CREATIS Lab (CNRS/INSERM/INSA Lyon/Université Lyon 1/Université Jean Monnet Saint-Etienne) He has contributed to 20 papers and co-supervised 5 PhD students, including Léo Dumortier and Florent Guépin. Grenier leads the annual Deep Learning for Medical Imaging (DLMI) school, which he co-founded, and has organized five editions across Lyon and Montreal since 2019. The school emphasizes practical deep learning applications in medical imaging for participants of all expertise levels. His work spans interdisciplinary domains such as medical imaging , deep learning , and image processing , with recent publications on generative AI for MRI synthesis, explainable networks, and segmentation of neurological pathologies in preclinical models. He manages pedagogical platforms, coordinates LabEx PRIMES project activities, and oversees lab room infrastructure for 200 hours/year across 10 training programs. Grenier also leads the MUSIC transversal project on Multiple Sclerosis since 2019.

• Medical Image Segmentation
• Clustering
• Filtering
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Patrick J. Cahill, MD, is a pediatric spine specialist and the Robert M. Campbell Jr. Endowed Chair in Thoracic Insufficiency Syndrome at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). His clinical expertise spans disorders of the pediatric spine, scoliosis, cervical spine conditions, and minimally invasive surgical techniques. He leads the Center for Thoracic Insufficiency Syndrome, collaborating with pulmonology, anesthesia, and physical therapy teams. Academic Role: Physician Scientist Leadership: Director of the Center for Thoracic Insufficiency Syndrome Research Focus: Spinal growth modulation, 3D surgical planning, and reducing anesthesia exposure in young patients His work emphasizes fusionless treatments like magnetically expandable growing rods and Mehta casting, alongside innovations in dynamic MRI for preoperative assessment. Recent publications highlight comparative studies on spinal fusion techniques, surgical complication classifications, and multidisciplinary approaches to complex cases. Awards: Philadelphia Magazine's Top Doctors (2022), SRS Travelling Fellowship (2015) Professional Memberships: Scoliosis Research Society, North American Spine Society, Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America

• Pediatric Spine Surgery
• Scoliosis
• Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
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