Dr. Axel Krieger

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Axel Krieger focuses on the development of novel tools, imaging, and robot control techniques in medical robotics. He works to increase the autonomy and capabilities of medical robots to perform tasks that enhance patient outcomes. As director of the Intelligent Medical Robotic Systems Equipment Lab, he leads a team of students, scientists, and engineers in the research and development of robotic tools and laparoscopic devices. His team gained international attention in early 2022 when the Smart Tissue Autonomous Robot (STAR) successfully performed laparoscopic surgery on soft tissue in a pig by guiding the hand of a human surgeon.

Research Interests

Requirements for Johns Hopkins University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Inorganic Chemistry with Lab Organic Chemistry with Lab General Biology with Lab
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • CV
  • Personal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Department of Pathology - PhD in Pathobiology. GRE is not required.