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Haobin Zhang is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of advanced materials and intelligent robotics, best known for transforming two-dimensional MXenes into multifunctional soft actuators. His landmark 2020 work on smart MXene-based Janus films—cited over 140 times—demonstrated how asymmetric material design could yield films with both multi-responsive actuation and exceptional electromagnetic interference shielding. Zhang extended this concept in 2021 by developing MXene/low-density polyethylene bilayer soft robots capable of programmable amphibious motion, leveraging MXenes’ superior photothermal and electrothermal properties to create actuators that move seamlessly across land and water. These contributions have positioned him as a key figure in soft robotics and smart materials. Beyond experimental work, Zhang has advanced computational methods, introducing the wave search algorithm in 2024 as a novel optimization tool. His practical engineering acumen is evident in his error analysis of a five-degree-of-freedom hybrid robot for surface machining, underscoring his commitment to bridging material innovation with real-world precision applications. With over 230 citations across his portfolio, Zhang’s work continues to inspire new generations of researchers exploring responsive materials, bioinspired robotics, and optimization algorithms.