A survey of recent developments in magnetic microrobots for micro-/nano-manipulation reviews the latest advancements in magnetic microrobots, focusing on materials, propulsion mechanisms, design strategies, fabrication techniques, and applications. The paper discusses the use of magnetic materials, biosafety considerations, and propulsion methods, which form the foundation for the diverse designs presented. It covers various types of microrobots, including helical, surface, ciliary, scaffold, and biohybrid microrobots, each with unique capabilities. The review also examines fabrication techniques such as direct laser writing, glancing angle deposition, biotemplating synthesis, template-assisted electrochemical deposition, and magnetic self-assembly. The potential impact of magnetic microrobots in biomedical applications, such as drug delivery, minimally invasive surgery, cell manipulation, and environmental remediation, is highlighted. The paper summarizes current challenges and future directions in magnetic microrobot research. It emphasizes the importance of biocompatibility and biodegradability in biomedical applications, and discusses the development of biohybrid microrobots using biological components. The review also addresses the challenges in magnetic propulsion, including hysteresis effects and the need for precise control. The paper concludes with a discussion on the future prospects of magnetic microrobots in various fields.A survey of recent developments in magnetic microrobots for micro-/nano-manipulation reviews the latest advancements in magnetic microrobots, focusing on materials, propulsion mechanisms, design strategies, fabrication techniques, and applications. The paper discusses the use of magnetic materials, biosafety considerations, and propulsion methods, which form the foundation for the diverse designs presented. It covers various types of microrobots, including helical, surface, ciliary, scaffold, and biohybrid microrobots, each with unique capabilities. The review also examines fabrication techniques such as direct laser writing, glancing angle deposition, biotemplating synthesis, template-assisted electrochemical deposition, and magnetic self-assembly. The potential impact of magnetic microrobots in biomedical applications, such as drug delivery, minimally invasive surgery, cell manipulation, and environmental remediation, is highlighted. The paper summarizes current challenges and future directions in magnetic microrobot research. It emphasizes the importance of biocompatibility and biodegradability in biomedical applications, and discusses the development of biohybrid microrobots using biological components. The review also addresses the challenges in magnetic propulsion, including hysteresis effects and the need for precise control. The paper concludes with a discussion on the future prospects of magnetic microrobots in various fields.