Dr Chen Liu
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Research Associate
School of Engineering Mathematics and Technology
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Biography
Dr. Chen Liu is a Research Associate in the SoftLab led by Professor Jonathan Rossiter at the University of Bristol. His research focuses on soft robotics, artificial muscles, and wearable systems for human assistance and healthcare applications. He has extensive experience in sensors and actuators, variable-stiffness structures, and bio-inspired robotic design, bridging material innovation with robotic functionality.
Dr. Liu received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Queen Mary University of London (QMUL). He previously worked as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at QMUL and as a Research Fellow at University College London (UCL). Dr. Liu was also selected as a STEM for Britain representative at the UK Parliament in 2025.
Dr. Liu received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Queen Mary University of London (QMUL). He previously worked as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at QMUL and as a Research Fellow at University College London (UCL). Dr. Liu was also selected as a STEM for Britain representative at the UK Parliament in 2025.
Research interests
Soft Robotics, Sensors, Wearables