Yuqing Lin

Beijing Institute of Technology, Baidu (China)

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Yuqing Lin is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of microfluidics and human-robot interaction, whose work bridges fundamental physics with cross-cultural psychology. Her most impactful contribution, the invention of "Hydrodynamic Tweezers" (2018, 21 citations), introduces a revolutionary noncontact micromanipulation method that uses vortex flows induced by a single piezoelectric actuator to trap and transport biological micro-objects—offering a gentler, safer alternative to optical or acoustic tweezers for delicate cellular measurements. This innovation addresses a critical unmet need in biomedical engineering. Complementing her technical work, Lin investigates the cultural dimensions of robotics through her study on perceived *ANSHIN* (a Japanese concept of trust and safety) across the U.S., China, and Japan (2019). By applying anthropomorphic scenarios that distinguish between human nature and uniquely human traits, she reveals how nationality shapes emotional acceptance of robots—insights vital for designing globally resonant social robots. Lin’s dual expertise in precision micro-manipulation and culturally-aware robotics positions her as a unique voice, advancing both the tools for biological discovery and the frameworks for human-centered automation.