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Hyunjeong Lee is a pioneering researcher in robotics, whose work has fundamentally advanced the fields of mobile robot localization, human-robot interaction, and autonomous service robotics. Her most impactful contributions center on developing practical, user-centered solutions for domestic robots, particularly through the innovative use of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology. Lee’s seminal 2006 paper on RFID-based absolute positioning for mobile robots, which has garnered 68 citations, established a foundational technique for enabling robots to navigate and understand their environment with unprecedented accuracy. She further extended this work by correcting localization errors in RFID systems, a critical step for real-world deployment. Beyond localization, Lee made significant strides in bipedal locomotion, introducing a fuzzy posture control system for walking robots that uses force sensors to maintain stability. Her research is distinguished by a human-centric approach; her 2007 study on cleaning robot path planning, cited 27 times, broke from traditional optimal-path models to mimic natural human cleaning behaviors, making robots more intuitive and effective in home environments. Through her work on autonomous behavior design for robotic appliances, Lee has helped bridge the gap between complex robotic systems and everyday usability, cementing her legacy as a key architect of practical, intelligent service robots.