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Oussama Khatib is a professor at Stanford University, specializing in robotics and control architectures. His research focuses on developing novel algorithms and designs that allow robots to interact safely and cooperatively with humans in complex environments. He takes particular interest in understanding human movements, enabling robots to transfer skills for increased autonomy. His contributions have significant implications in various sectors, including healthcare, agricultural service, and exploration of environments that are otherwise dangerous or unreachable such as deep oceans and space. Khatib’s academic journey includes a PhD from Sup-Aero, France, and he is affiliated with several programs at Stanford, actively participating in mentoring students and advising doctoral and master's candidates.
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