Moria Fisher Bittmann, Ph.D.
This program supports the development and demonstration of broadly applicable robotic systems to enable new paradigms of human health.
Emphasis:
The emphasis is on the development of robotic systems hardware, software, and methodologies to improve patient health.
NIBIB interests include but are not limited to:
- robots for minimally invasive surgeries
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microgrippers and drills for surgical robots
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robotic nurses for isolated patient care
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soft robotic exoskeletons to replace lost capabilities
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soft elastomeric actuators for assistive robotics
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