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Sangmin Lim is an emerging researcher at the intersection of bioinspired robotics, fluid-structure interaction (FSI), and microscale locomotion. His work draws inspiration from the natural world — particularly the flagella and cilia of microorganisms — to advance our understanding of how slender, flexible structures move and interact with surrounding fluids at low Reynolds numbers. Lim's most recognized contributions include pioneering reviews and experimental studies on flagella- and cilia-inspired robots, as well as bacteria-inspired robotic propulsion systems that replicate the bundling behavior of soft helical filaments. These works, each accumulating 14 citations since their publication in 2022 and 2023, demonstrate how sophisticated computational tools — such as the discrete elastic rods algorithm and regularized Stokeslet segments — can be coupled to accurately model complex FSI phenomena. His research on bi-flagellated mechanisms further refines modeling approaches beyond simplified resistive force theories, capturing nuanced hydrodynamic interactions and tumbling behavior central to microbial navigation. More recently, Lim has expanded his scope to shape-morphing structures and robots operating in fluid environments, reflecting his broader ambition to connect intelligent materials science with functional robotics. His body of work positions him as a promising voice in microscale bioinspired engineering, bridging rigorous simulation, fabrication, and experimental validation.