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Suwen Qi is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of bioinspired robotics and advanced sensor technologies, whose work bridges the gap between biological locomotion and engineered systems. Her primary research areas include biomimetic underwater robotics, motion control strategies, and flexible electronics for sensory applications. Qi’s most significant contributions lie in developing novel control architectures for robotic dolphins and tuna-inspired systems, enabling complex behaviors such as repetitive leaping and gliding regulation—challenges that have long hindered the field of bioinspired robotics. Her 2019 paper on motion control strategies for a repetitive leaping robotic dolphin has garnered 60 citations, while her design of the two-motor-actuated tuna-inspired robot, CasiTuna, has received 58 citations, underscoring their impact on both theoretical dynamics and practical implementation. Beyond robotics, Qi has contributed to flexible electronics, co-authoring a highly cited 2017 work on electrolyte-gated organic transistors with ionogel/silver nanowire membranes for near-infrared photosensing, which has implications for human-robot interaction. Her 2020 exploration of artificial intelligence in laboratory medicine further demonstrates her versatility, addressing the role of AI in Industry 4.0. With a portfolio that spans from mechanical design to cutting-edge sensors, Qi’s work continues to inspire advances in autonomous systems and smart materials.