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Xudong Ma is a versatile researcher whose work spans robotics, human-computer interaction, and neuroscience. Best known for his contributions to autonomous mobile robotics, Ma developed innovative sensor fusion techniques that combine vision and laser range data to enable service robots to reliably detect, track, and follow specific individuals in indoor environments — a foundational capability for next-generation assistive and service robots. This work, his most cited contribution with 25 citations, reflects his dedication to making robots more perceptive and responsive in real-world settings. Ma has also contributed meaningfully to web-based and networked robotics, addressing the practical challenges of multimedia transmission and internet-controlled robot operation under unpredictable network latency — problems central to remote supervision and teleoperation systems. Beyond robotics, Ma demonstrates impressive interdisciplinary reach through his involvement in neuroscientific research examining brain functional connectivity during facial processing in individuals with schizophrenia, contributing to EEG-based studies that have garnered 24 citations within the clinical and cognitive neuroscience community. Collectively, Ma's research reflects a rare breadth — bridging intelligent robotics, network systems, and brain science — making him a thought-provoking figure for students and researchers interested in the intersection of technology and human-centered applications.