Yandong Chen

National Center for Nanoscience and Technology

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Yandong Chen is a pioneering researcher in the field of bio-integrated energy systems, with a primary focus on wearable energy harvesting and soft robotics. His most notable contribution is the development of untethered artificial muscles powered by a wearable sweat-based energy generator, a breakthrough that merges bioenergy conversion with soft actuation. This work, published in 2023 and already garnering 20 citations, demonstrates his ability to create self-sustaining, body-compatible devices that eliminate the need for external power sources. By harnessing sweat as a renewable biofuel, Chen’s innovation opens new avenues for next-generation prosthetics, exoskeletons, and wearable assistive technologies. His research addresses critical challenges in energy autonomy and material flexibility, positioning him at the forefront of sustainable human-machine interfaces. With a growing citation record and a clear trajectory toward practical, real-world applications, Yandong Chen is establishing himself as a key figure in the convergence of bioenergy and soft robotics—a field with immense potential for transforming healthcare and human augmentation.