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+<h2>Research Overview</h2>
+
+<p>My doctoral research focuses on advancing tactile sensing technologies and their applications in robotics and automation systems.</p>
+
+<h3>Current Projects</h3>
+
+<h4>1. DIGIT Sensor Development</h4>
+<p>Development of advanced tactile sensors using DIGIT technology for enhanced robotic manipulation and object recognition.</p>
+
+<p><strong>Key Features:</strong></p>
+<ul>
+<li>High-resolution tactile imaging</li>
+<li>Real-time contact detection</li>
+<li>Integration with robotic systems</li>
+</ul>
+
+<h4>2. Haptic Simulation Framework</h4>
+<p>Implementation of tactile feedback systems using the SOFA (Simulation Open Framework Architecture) for realistic haptic interactions.</p>
+
+<p><strong>Technologies:</strong></p>
+<ul>
+<li>SOFA Framework</li>
+<li>FEM simulation</li>
+<li>Neural network integration</li>
+</ul>
+
+<h4>3. Perception Networks</h4>
+<p>Machine learning approaches for processing tactile sensor data and enabling intelligent robotic decision-making.</p>
+
+<p><strong>Approaches:</strong></p>
+<ul>
+<li>Deep neural networks</li>
+<li>Computer vision techniques</li>
+<li>Real-time processing algorithms</li>
+</ul>
+
+<h3>Research Impact</h3>
+
+<p>My work contributes to the advancement of:</p>
+<ul>
+<li><strong>Robotic Manipulation</strong>: Improved dexterity and precision</li>
+<li><strong>Automation Systems</strong>: Enhanced safety and reliability</li>
+<li><strong>Human-Robot Interaction</strong>: More intuitive interfaces</li>
+</ul>
+
+<h3>Collaborations</h3>
+
+<ul>
+<li>[University/Lab Name]</li>
+<li>[Industry Partner]</li>
+<li>[Research Group]</li>
+</ul>
+
+<hr>
+
+<p>For detailed publications and results, please see my <a href="{{ site.baseurl }}/publications">publications page</a> or contact me directly.</p>