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Yiran Chen is a leading researcher at the intersection of low-power computer vision, energy-efficient AI, and resilient cyber-physical systems. His most influential work, the 2019 survey "Low-Power Computer Vision: Status, Challenges, and Opportunities," has garnered 76 citations, establishing a foundational roadmap for deploying vision algorithms on resource-constrained mobile and autonomous platforms. Chen’s major contribution lies in systematically identifying the critical bottlenecks—from algorithmic compression to hardware-software co-design—that must be overcome to enable real-time visual intelligence within strict energy budgets. This work has directly shaped the development of efficient deep learning models for edge devices, impacting fields from autonomous driving to mobile photography. Beyond vision, Chen has advanced the reliability of industrial cyber-physical systems, as highlighted in his guest editorial on machine learning for resilient ICPS. His research bridges the gap between theoretical efficiency and practical deployment, making him a pivotal figure in creating sustainable, intelligent systems that operate robustly under real-world constraints. For students and researchers, Chen’s work offers a clear, actionable guide to the challenges and opportunities in building the next generation of low-power, high-performance autonomous technologies.