Dr. Jie An is a Distinguished Associate Professor at the School of Maritime Engineering, Dalian Maritime University (DMU), China. His research focuses on intelligent underwater robotics, self-powered sensor systems, and superlubricity microsystems, with applications in marine engineering and ocean exploration. Dr. An's work particularly emphasizes bio-inspired designs and nanogenerator technologies to enhance the autonomy and efficiency of marine systems. He obtained his Ph.D. in Beijing institute of nanoenergy and nanosystems from University of china academy of sciences and has published over 30 papers in journals including Nature Communications and Advanced Materials. His team collaborates with the China State Shipbuilding Corporation to develop next-generation underwater inspection robots. Beyond research, Dr. An is committed to mentoring students and promoting sustainable ocean technologies.