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Pericles Cheng is an emerging researcher at the intersection of educational robotics, STEM pedagogy, and therapeutic applications of human-robot interaction. His work centers on how robotic systems can transform both learning environments and clinical interventions, with a particular focus on engaging children through gamification and competition. Cheng’s most influential paper, “Educational Robotics Competitions and Involved Methodological Aspects” (2019, 7 citations), establishes a foundational framework for understanding how robotics competitions serve as effective pedagogical tools. He extends this work in “Robotics Competitions as an Integral Part of STEM Education” (2021, 5 citations), arguing for the systematic integration of competitive robotics into curricula. Demonstrating the breadth of his interests, Cheng also explores robotics for autism spectrum disorder in a 2021 review (3 citations). A particularly innovative contribution is his development of a robotic system for Constraint Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) in children (2017, 2 citations), where he gamifies rehabilitation by creating an adjustable system that progressively challenges young patients. This work exemplifies Cheng’s commitment to using robotics not just for education, but for meaningful therapeutic outcomes.