Xiaowen Qi

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Xiaowen Qi is a pioneering researcher in the emerging field of biological robotics, with a specific focus on aquatic bio-robots and neurostimulation. Her key research areas include electrophysiological stimulation, neural control of animal behavior, and the development of bio-hybrid robotic systems. Qi’s most notable contribution is her groundbreaking study on controlling carp behavior through electrophysiological stimulation of the corpus cerebelli, a work that has garnered 13 citations and filled a critical gap in Chinese aquatic bio-robot research. This study demonstrated how targeted brain nuclei stimulation can reliably direct animal movement, laying the foundation for a new class of biological robots. Qi’s work is particularly significant because it addresses the under-explored domain of underwater bio-robots, offering potential applications in environmental monitoring, search-and-rescue, and military reconnaissance. Her research represents a bold step forward in merging neuroscience with robotics, and her early contributions continue to influence the development of more sophisticated bio-robotic systems. As a trailblazer in this niche field, Qi has established herself as a key figure in the quest to harness biological systems for engineered control.