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Xuefeng Zhao is a multidisciplinary researcher whose work spans flexible electronics, advanced materials, and cutting-edge surgical robotics. His primary contributions lie in the development of MXene-based sensing technologies, where he has pioneered innovative approaches to electronic skin (e-skin) and flexible pressure sensors with transformative implications for soft robotics, wearable health monitoring, and human-machine interfaces. His 2021 paper on hollow MXene sphere-based flexible e-skin — capable of detecting the magnitude, direction, and location of tactile contact — has garnered 60 citations, establishing him as a notable voice in next-generation sensory electronics. Building on this foundation, his 2023 work on high-performance flexible pressure sensors further advanced the field by addressing key limitations of conventional silicon-based devices, accumulating 31 citations and reinforcing the real-world applicability of his designs in wearable and robotic systems. Perhaps most remarkably, Zhao's research extends into clinical innovation: his 2025 prospective clinical trial investigating 5G-enabled robot-assisted remote gastrectomy for gastric cancer reflects a bold commitment to translating technology into life-saving surgical practice, signaling an exciting and expanding trajectory in his career.