Yezhong Tang

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Dr. Yezhong Tang is a pioneering figure in the emerging field of animal robotics, with a specific focus on avian-machine interfaces. His research centers on modulating motor behaviors in birds—particularly homing pigeons—through targeted electrical stimulation of specific brain nuclei. Dr. Tang’s most influential work, “Modulating Motor Behaviors by Electrical Stimulation of Specific Nuclei in Pigeons” (2015, 51 citations), established foundational methods for controlling animal movement, demonstrating that precise neural stimulation can reliably guide flight and ground maneuvers. Building on this, his recent study “Grade-control outdoor turning flight of robo-pigeon with quantitative stimulus parameters” (2023, 8 citations) advances practical deployment, showing how robo-pigeons can execute safe, stable turns for real-world operations like search and rescue. Dr. Tang also contributed a comprehensive historical review (2022, 20 citations) that contextualizes animal robots’ advantages over traditional mechatronic systems—superior energy efficiency, natural concealment, and self-orientation. His work bridges neuroscience, robotics, and field application, offering transformative potential for community service and military detection. With a growing citation impact and a clear trajectory toward operational robo-pigeons, Dr. Tang is a leading innovator at the intersection of biology and engineering.