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Xulin Sun is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of robotics, microfluidics, and reproductive medicine, whose work is transforming assisted reproductive technologies. Their primary research focuses on developing automated, high-precision robotic systems for embryo and oocyte manipulation, particularly for the critical process of vitrification—a cryopreservation technique essential to IVF and fertility preservation. Sun’s major contributions include the design of a robotic system with an embedded open microfluidic chip for automatic embryo vitrification (2022, 19 citations), enabling precise, time-controlled loading and unloading of cryoprotectants. They further advanced this with a microfluidics-enabled robotic system offering real-time observation (2023, 14 citations), enhancing reliability by preventing ice crystal formation during cryopreservation. Additionally, Sun developed a vision-based robotic manipulation system for transferring oocytes (2021, 10 citations), addressing a key bottleneck in IVF workflows. Their work has garnered significant attention, with cumulative citations reflecting its impact on both engineering and clinical practice. By automating delicate, time-sensitive procedures, Sun is paving the way for more consistent, efficient, and scalable fertility treatments, making them a notable figure in the field of biomedical robotics.