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Bocheng Tian is a rising star in the field of bio-inspired robotics, with a focus on designing machines that transcend conventional boundaries between media and form. His research centers on two key areas: hybrid aerial–aquatic locomotion and shape-morphing structures. Tian’s major contribution includes the development of an aerial–aquatic hitchhiking robot, which integrates remora-inspired tactile sensors and thrust vectoring units to enable seamless transitions between flight and swimming. This work, published in 2023 and garnering 24 citations, holds promise for amphibious observation and maritime search and rescue. More recently, Tian has advanced the frontier of adaptive structures with his 2025 paper on transforming machines capable of continuous 3D shape morphing and locking, which has already attracted 20 citations. This achievement demonstrates his ability to create robots that can dynamically alter their geometry and then rigidly lock into new configurations, opening doors for versatile, reconfigurable systems. Tian’s work is notable for its elegant fusion of biological principles with engineering innovation, positioning him as a leading voice in next-generation robotics.