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Fangtian Ying is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of human-computer interaction, robotics, and creative education, whose work redefines how humans collaborate with intelligent machines. His most influential contribution, the co-creative robot system introduced in “It Is Your Turn” (114 citations), demonstrates how embodied robotic partners can transform early-stage design ideation by enabling tangible, sketch-based collaboration—a paradigm shift from purely virtual AI agents. Ying’s expertise extends to shape-changing interfaces, exemplified by PneuMesh (24 citations), a pneumatic-driven truss system that merges structural engineering with dynamic form, and to robotic motion generation, where his systematic methodologies for planar mechanisms (10 and 9 citations) provide foundational tools for complex kinematic design. Notably, Ying applies his technical prowess to STEAM education, developing platforms like KiPneu (7 citations) that teach biomimicry through hands-on pneumatic construction, and underwater robot kits (8 citations) that blend play with learning for children. His recent bibliometric analysis of collaborative arts therapies for autism (5 citations) further showcases his commitment to inclusive, interdisciplinary innovation. With over 170 total citations, Ying’s work stands out for its seamless integration of robotic hardware, creative pedagogy, and human-centered design, inspiring new pathways in co-creative technology and educational robotics.