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Mingshao Zhang is a researcher at the intersection of robotics, engineering education, and human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on telepresence and social robotics. His most influential work, the 2018 paper "Development of Telepresence Teaching Robots With Social Capabilities," has garnered 26 citations and explores how remotely controlled, video-enabled mobile platforms can facilitate more natural and engaging interactions in educational settings. This contribution addresses the critical challenge of maintaining social presence in remote learning environments. Zhang has also made significant strides in curriculum development for mechanical engineering technology, authoring a conceptual framework for integrating wireless sensor and control networks into robotics courses. His project-based learning approaches, detailed in subsequent papers, emphasize hands-on, practical training to better prepare students for the interdisciplinary demands of modern robotics. Additionally, his earlier work on simultaneous tracking and reconstruction of objects demonstrates a technical foundation in robot localization, which he has applied to educational robotics laboratories. Through his research, Zhang bridges the gap between advanced robotic systems and accessible, effective pedagogical tools, helping to shape the next generation of engineers.