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Jin Woo Chang is a pioneering neuroengineer whose work sits at the intersection of neurosurgery, robotics, and neural modulation. His primary research focuses on advancing deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery, particularly through technical refinements that improve patient outcomes for movement and psychiatric disorders. His 2023 review on DBS surgical techniques, which has garnered 54 citations, has become a key reference for clinicians and researchers navigating the complexities of electrode implantation and intraoperative physiology. Chang is also recognized for his bold work in bio-inspired robotics; his 2020 study on a rat robot controlled via electrical stimulation of the nigrostriatal pathway demonstrated a novel method for directing animal locomotion without traditional reward-based training. Though this work has accumulated 12 citations, it represents a significant conceptual leap in neural control interfaces, merging animal sensory capabilities with human-directed commands. Chang’s contributions bridge fundamental neurophysiology with translational engineering, offering new tools for both therapeutic intervention and the study of motor control. His career reflects a commitment to pushing the boundaries of what is technically and ethically possible in neural interfacing.