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Fenghua Qin is a leading researcher in biomimetic robotics and microswimmer hydrodynamics, whose work bridges the gap between biological propulsion mechanisms and engineered robotic systems. Her primary research areas include bio-inspired robotic fish design, flexible fin propulsion, and the fluid dynamics of microrobots. Qin’s most impactful contribution is the development of an integrative biomimetic robotic fish with agile maneuverability, detailed in her 2016 paper (124 citations), which combines insights from fish and insect locomotion to achieve high efficiency in complex environments. She has also made significant advances in understanding tandem undulating fins and the effects of phase differences on propulsion (28 citations), as well as the role of elastic filament curvature in flagellated microrobots (21 citations). Her work on fluid–structure interaction in flexible articulated caudal fins (15 citations) and transformable robotic fins (10 citations) has further demonstrated her ability to optimize robotic performance through biological inspiration. Notably, Qin’s research on microswimmer migration in vibrating channels (6 citations) extends her impact to microscale applications, including active cargo delivery. With over 200 total citations, her studies are essential reading for students and researchers exploring the intersection of biomechanics, robotics, and fluid dynamics.