Marleen van der Wiel
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Marleen van der Wiel is a pioneering researcher in the field of bio-inspired robotics and animal behavior, with a focus on weakly electric fish. Her work bridges biology and engineering, exploring how these fish use self-generated electric signals for collective behavior and communication. In her most-cited study, she developed a biomimetic robotic dummy fish to create a mixed bio-hybrid system with *Mormyrus rume*, enabling unprecedented investigation of electrocommunication dynamics. This innovative approach, cited 35 times, demonstrates her ability to design tools that interact directly with living organisms, advancing our understanding of animal social interactions. Van der Wiel’s contributions lie at the intersection of ethology and robotics, offering insights into how artificial systems can integrate with natural ones. Her work has implications for both fundamental biology and the development of bio-inspired technologies. Through her research, she has established herself as a key figure in creating experimental platforms that reveal the hidden complexities of animal communication.
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