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Jinrong Li is a pioneering researcher in soft robotics and bioinspired actuation, with a particular focus on dielectric elastomer (DE) technologies. Their work has fundamentally advanced the design and control of soft robotic systems, most notably through the development of dielectric elastomer spring-roll bending actuators—a key contribution that has garnered 118 citations and opened new pathways for flexible, compliant robotic structures. Li’s research bridges materials science and human-machine interaction, exemplified by a highly cited study (78 citations) on a biomimetic soft lens controlled by electrooculographic signals, which demonstrates novel approaches to intuitive human-robot collaboration. Extending their impact, Li has explored multimodal locomotion via multi-electrode electroelastomer actuators and investigated the fundamental physics of DE materials, including electric field-induced entropy and temperature variations. More recently, Li has applied deep learning to robotics, developing adaptive detection strategies for pointer meters using YOLOv5s. With a publication record spanning foundational DE theory to applied soft robotics and intelligent control, Li’s work—accumulating over 230 citations—continues to shape the future of compliant, human-friendly robotic systems.