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Dr. Tony Zhou is a leading researcher in the field of human-robot interaction, with a primary focus on mixed reality (MR)-enhanced teleoperation systems. His work centers on developing intuitive, immersive interfaces that bridge the gap between human operators and complex robotic platforms, including mobile manipulators and arm-hand systems. Dr. Zhou’s major contributions include pioneering an imitation-based mapping approach for teleoperation, which allows users to control robotic systems through natural motion and visualization schemes within a mixed reality subspace. He has also advanced the field by integrating hybrid virtual fixtures and haptic feedback for intelligent robotic welding, significantly improving precision and user immersion. His research, which has garnered over 120 citations from his most-cited papers alone, demonstrates substantial impact in robotics and automation. Notably, his 2022 work on MR-integrated 3D/2D vision mapping for mobile manipulators (49 citations) and his 2021 study on MR-enhanced welding with virtual fixtures (33 citations) are recognized for validating effective control-feedback methods that enhance teleoperation safety and efficiency. Dr. Zhou’s innovative approaches are shaping the future of intuitive, human-centered robotic control.