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Bai Li is a biomedical engineer and rehabilitation robotics researcher whose work centers on the design, development, and clinical evaluation of assistive and rehabilitative technologies for upper limb mobility. With a particular focus on wearable exoskeletons and soft actuator systems, Li has made meaningful contributions to advancing more biomechanically compatible and patient-centered devices for individuals across the lifespan — including underserved pediatric populations. Li's most-cited work (22 citations) introduced a novel hybrid Shape Memory Alloy (SMA)-pneumatic exoskeleton aimed at overcoming the rigid constraints of conventional commercial assistive devices, offering a more adaptable solution for Activities of Daily Living. Complementing this, Li's research into textile-based pneumatic actuators demonstrated practical pathways to providing meaningful shoulder abduction assistance for child-sized users — a notably underexplored area in rehabilitation engineering. More recently, Li contributed a systematic review synthesizing evidence on the effectiveness and user perceptions of upper extremity robotic devices in children with physical disabilities, helping to ground the field in rigorous clinical evidence. Collectively, Li's work reflects a commitment to making rehabilitation robotics more inclusive, flexible, and human-centered — bridging engineering innovation with real-world therapeutic need.