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Xiaonan Zheng is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of urologic oncology and advanced surgical technologies, with a primary focus on the evolution of robot-assisted surgery for prostate cancer. His landmark work, "Intelligent medicine in focus: the 5 stages of evolution in robot-assisted surgery for prostate cancer in the past 20 years and future implications" (2024, 21 citations), provides a comprehensive framework for understanding how brain-computer interfaces, virtual reality, and the metaverse are transforming this critical field. Zheng’s major contribution lies in mapping the five distinct evolutionary stages of robotic prostate cancer surgery, offering both a historical perspective and a forward-looking roadmap for clinicians and engineers. His analysis highlights the unprecedented opportunities and challenges presented by emerging intelligent technologies, positioning him as a key voice in the dialogue between surgical practice and digital innovation. With his work already garnering attention in the medical community, Zheng continues to shape how next-generation surgeons will integrate AI, immersive environments, and robotic systems to improve patient outcomes in prostate cancer care.