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Binbin Pan is a pioneering researcher in soft robotics and bioinspired engineering, best known for developing self-powered soft robots capable of operating in the extreme depths of the Mariana Trench. Their landmark 2021 paper, "Self-powered soft robot in the Mariana Trench," has garnered over 1,100 citations, reflecting its transformative impact on deep-sea exploration and autonomous systems. Pan’s work integrates flexible materials, energy harvesting, and pressure-tolerant designs, enabling robots to withstand the crushing pressures of the hadal zone without rigid enclosures. This breakthrough not only advances underwater robotics but also opens new avenues for environmental monitoring and marine biology. Pan’s contributions have been recognized with multiple awards, including the IEEE Robotics and Automation Award, and their research is frequently featured in high-impact journals. By merging soft robotics with self-sustaining power systems, Pan is redefining the limits of exploration in Earth’s most inaccessible environments, inspiring a new generation of engineers to push the boundaries of what machines can achieve.