Yadong Xue

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Total Citations

166

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About

Yadong Xue is a leading researcher in the field of micro/nanorobotics, with a primary focus on the design and biomedical application of magnetically actuated small-scale robots. His most influential work, the 2020 review "Micro/nanoscale magnetic robots for biomedical applications," has garnered 166 citations, establishing him as a key voice in this rapidly advancing domain. Xue’s major contributions lie in systematically analyzing the propulsion mechanisms, fabrication strategies, and functional capabilities of magnetic microrobots, while critically assessing their translational potential for targeted drug delivery, minimally invasive surgery, and in vivo diagnostics. By highlighting the unique advantages of magnetic actuation—such as wireless control, deep tissue penetration, and biocompatibility—his work has provided a foundational roadmap for researchers aiming to bridge the gap between laboratory prototypes and clinical realities. Xue’s scholarship is notable for its clarity and foresight, offering both a comprehensive survey of existing technologies and a clear-eyed perspective on the challenges ahead. His research continues to inspire new generations of engineers and biomedical scientists working toward the next generation of intelligent, therapeutic microrobots.