Research Interests
Intelligent robotic system, self-organizing system, micro-nano robotics, bio-robotic system, neuromorphic intelligent control, fuzzy control, control of mechanical systems and technical diagnosis

Awards
IEEE ICRA Best Service Robot Manipulation Paper Award, 2017
Medal of Honor with Purple Ribbon, Government of Japan, 2015
IEEE/RSJ IROS Harashima Award for Innovative Technologies, 2011
IEEE ICRA Best Manipulation Paper Award, 2011
IEEE Technical Field Award on Robotics and Automation, 2010
IEEE RAS George Saridis Leadership Award in Robotics and Automation, 2009
IEEE Transactions on Automation Science and Engineering Googol Best Paper Award, 2007
IEEE Robotics & Automation Society Pioneer Award, 2004
IEEE Third Millennium Medal, 2000
Dr.-Ing. Eugene Mittelmann Achievement Award, 1997