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Huijin Zhu is a leading researcher in rehabilitation robotics and human-robot interaction, with a focus on assistive technologies that restore and augment human motor function. Her work spans three interconnected domains: surface electromyography (sEMG)-controlled exoskeletons, intuitive teleoperation interfaces, and ultrasonic tactile feedback systems. In her most cited work (31 citations), Zhu designed and evaluated a lightweight upper arm exoskeleton rehabilitation robot controlled by sEMG signals, addressing the critical need for muscle strength rehabilitation in stroke and injury patients. She further advanced teleoperation robotics by developing an IMU-based motion capture system with adaptive tremor attenuation (18 citations), enabling more natural and precise control for remote tasks in unstructured environments. Her innovative approach to haptic feedback (15 citations) introduced a method for remote variable force feedback using ultrasonic phased arrays, a breakthrough for aerial tactile interaction in teleoperation systems. Zhu’s research uniquely bridges rehabilitation engineering and human-robot collaboration, offering practical solutions for clinical therapy and industrial teleoperation. Her work has been recognized for its potential to transform how humans interact with robotic systems, making her a rising figure in the field of assistive robotics and sensorimotor control.