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Soojun Lee’s research lies at the intersection of bio-robotics, rehabilitation engineering, and surgical mechatronics, with a focus on developing novel actuation systems that mimic biological principles. His most influential work introduces a bio-mimetic robot arm actuated by a micro electro-hydraulic actuator (EHA), achieving a unique combination of lightweight design and high payload capacity—a breakthrough that bridges the gap between electric and hydraulic power in robotics. Lee further advanced rehabilitation robotics with his Mechanically Adjustable Stiffness Actuator (MASA), designed specifically for safer, more effective knee rehabilitation in stroke patients by enabling variable stiffness for physical human-robot interaction. His development of the Micro Hydraulic Actuator (MHA), compact enough for humanoid robots, demonstrates his commitment to high power-density solutions for wearable assistive devices. In the surgical domain, Lee contributed an active cannula robot with a misorientation auto-recovery camera, enhancing hand-eye coordination in minimally invasive surgery. With over 20 citations across his top papers, Lee’s work is recognized for its practical impact on assistive and surgical robotics, offering tangible advances in patient safety, robot dexterity, and human-robot collaboration.