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Su Liu is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of smart textiles, wearable electronics, and soft robotics. Her work focuses on integrating microelectronic systems into fabric-based platforms, creating multifunctional materials that respond to external stimuli for applications in human–machine interaction, healthcare, and soft robotics. Her most influential contribution, the 2019 paper “Smart Textile‐Integrated Microelectronic Systems for Wearable Applications,” has garnered over 785 citations, establishing her as a leading voice in the field. In this work, she explores how programmable textiles combined with AI and augmented reality can revolutionize wearable technology. Her 2020 study on wireless multistimulus-responsive fabric actuators further demonstrates her ability to create lightweight, untethered soft robotic systems that respond to optical and thermal cues—overcoming key limitations of traditional pneumatic or electric actuators. While her earlier work in soil science reflects a broader scientific foundation, her recent innovations in smart fabrics have defined her career. Su Liu’s research is shaping the future of interactive, wearable, and autonomous textile-based systems, making her a vital contributor to next-generation soft electronics.