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Xiaoqin Zhou is a leading researcher in medical robotics and precision actuation systems, with a focus on advancing robot-assisted minimally invasive surgery (RMIS) and bionic actuation technologies. Zhou’s most significant contribution is the development of a novel remote centre of motion (RCM) mechanism for RMIS, published in 2018, which has garnered 35 citations for its critical role in enhancing surgical accuracy and patient safety by enabling precise, dexterous tool manipulation through small incisions. Building on this, Zhou designed a new computed torque control system integrated with an uncertain RBF neural network for a 7-DOF percutaneous puncture robot (2020, 10 citations), improving surgical precision for tumor treatments while reducing patient trauma. In a groundbreaking 2025 study (21 citations), Zhou introduced a bionic stick-slip piezoelectric actuator inspired by kangaroo leg mechanics, achieving high single-step efficiency through an elastic drive mechanism that mimics tendon and foot function—a notable leap in precision motion control for micro-robotics. With over 66 cumulative citations, Zhou’s work bridges bionics and robotics, offering transformative solutions for surgical robotics and precision engineering.