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Janice Mihyun Baek is a pioneering biomedical engineer whose research sits at the fascinating intersection of soft robotics, bioelectronics, and human-machine interfaces. Her work focuses on developing next-generation miniature biological machines and advanced wearable technologies that push the boundaries of what's possible in both robotics and sensory augmentation. Baek's most celebrated contribution, "Remote control of muscle-driven miniature robots with battery-free wireless optoelectronics" (2023, 117 citations), demonstrates her innovative approach to biohybrid robotics — integrating living cellular components with three-dimensional scaffolds and wireless electronic systems to create remotely controllable biological machines. This breakthrough opens transformative possibilities in minimally invasive medicine, environmental sensing, and soft robotics. Her more recent work on wirelessly programmable thermo-haptic stimulator systems (2024, 35 citations) showcases her versatility, addressing the critical challenge of replicating heat and touch sensations for virtual reality applications through skin-integrated wearable devices. This research holds significant promise for immersive VR experiences and therapeutic sensory rehabilitation. With her work already accumulating substantial citations early in her career, Baek is establishing herself as a compelling voice in bioengineering, consistently bridging biological systems with cutting-edge wireless electronics to solve real-world challenges.