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Robert J. Woodمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microrobotics
• Materials Science
• Robotics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Robert J. Wood is the Harry Lewis and Marlyn McGrath Professor of Engineering and Applied Sciences at Harvard University's School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS), where he also serves as Director of Graduate Studies. His primary academic focus is in Materials Science & Mechanical Engineering. Wood leads the Microrobotics Lab, located in the Science and Engineering Complex, and his research bridges robotics, bioengineering, and materials science. His work emphasizes biomimetic design principles, with notable projects including the RoboBee series (featuring crane fly-inspired landing mechanisms), springtail-mimicking jumping robots, and medical devices inspired by tapeworm anchoring systems. These innovations aim to advance soft robotics, surgical tools, and autonomous systems. Wood's research has been featured in recent breakthroughs such as soft-landing mechanisms for microrobots (2025), high-leap jumping robots (2025), and bio-inspired medical anchoring systems (2024). His lab focuses on interdisciplinary approaches to solve complex engineering challenges through nature-inspired solutions. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided text. His advising and grant activities are not detailed here, though his lab's advanced projects suggest significant external funding and mentorship roles. The Microrobotics Lab serves as a hub for cutting-edge research in microscale systems and biomedical engineering applications.

ZHANG Liمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Small-scale Robotics
• Intelligent Systems
• Miniature Medical Robots and Platforms
• +۵ مورد دیگر

ZHANG Li is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Automation Engineering (MAE) and a Professor by Courtesy in the Department of Surgery at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK). He serves as Director of the SIAT-CAS-CUHK Joint Laboratory of Robotics and Intelligent Systems. Research Focus: Small-scale robotics, magnetic slime robots, microrobotic swarms, functional materials for biomedical applications. Editorial Roles: Associate Editor/Editorial Board Member of 10 journals including IEEE T-RO, IEEE/ASME T-MECH, and Advanced Intelligent Systems. His research spans translational biomedicine and minimally invasive interventions, with publications in high-impact journals like Science Robotics , Nature series, and Science Advances . His work on artificial bacterial flagella and microrobotic swarms has been recognized in the Guinness Book of World Records (2012) and Hong Kong’s Top 10 Innovation and Technology News (2022-2024). Major Awards: Fellow of IEEE, ASME, RSC, FAAIA, and FHKIE Gold medals at Geneva (2023) and IIFME2024 Multiple IEEE conference best paper awards RGC Early Career Award (2013), RGC Research Fellow Award (2021/22) He has secured over 30 competitive grants from Hong Kong RGC, ITC, Croucher Foundation, NSFC, and Shenzhen government. His projects include META System for stroke treatment and 3D Printing of Miniature Robots for ophthalmology.

Abdon Pena-Franceschمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biomaterials science
• Polymer chemistry
• Soft matter physics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Abdon Pena-Francesch is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Michigan. He is also affiliated with the Macromolecular Science and Engineering Program, Chemical Engineering, and the Michigan Robotics Institute. His interdisciplinary research integrates biomaterials science, polymer chemistry, soft matter physics, and nanotechnology to develop programmable soft materials for applications in healthcare, robotics, and environmental science. Education: Ph.D. in Engineering Science and Mechanics, The Pennsylvania State University, 2017 M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering, Institut Químic de Sarrià (Barcelona, Spain), 2013 B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Institut Químic de Sarrià (Barcelona, Spain), 2011 Research Interests: His work focuses on bioinspired materials , soft robotics , self-healing polymers , and biodegradable microrobots . By engineering molecular and nanoscale structures, his lab designs materials with programmable properties for soft robotic systems and biomedical devices. The group emphasizes both fundamental science and translational applications, including tissue repair, actuation, and environmental sensing. Awards and Honors: Humboldt Research Fellowship for Postdoctoral Researchers (2018–2020) Alumni Association Dissertation Award, Penn State University (2017) Rustum and Della Roy Innovation in Materials Research Award (2016) Materials Research Society Graduate Student Award (2016) First Prize, Penn State ESM Graduate Research Symposium (2015) AGAUR MOBINT Fellowship, Government of Catalunya (2012) Labs and Affiliations: He leads the Bioinspired Materials Lab , an interdisciplinary group within the University of Michigan’s Materials Science & Engineering Department. The lab collaborates with the Macromolecular Science & Engineering Program, Chemical Engineering, and the Michigan Robotics Institute.

Calin Beltaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Control Theory
• Formal Verification
• Hybrid Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Calin Belta is a Professor in the College of Engineering at Boston University , with joint appointments in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Electrical and Computer Engineering. His research bridges control theory and formal methods, focusing on controller synthesis and automatic verification of hybrid systems with applications in robotics and systems biology . Education: Ph.D. in Control Theory, University of Pennsylvania His work emphasizes temporal logic specifications for ensuring safety and correctness in autonomous systems, particularly through control barrier functions (CBFs) , reinforcement learning , and model predictive control . Applications span from microrobotics to autonomous driving and biomolecular modeling . His recent articles (2025–2024) highlight advancements in safe control algorithms for autonomous vehicles, adaptive CBFs , temporal logic-guided learning , and microrobotics for cell manipulation. Common themes include formal verification , robustness , and human-in-the-loop safety . Scientific Awards: AFOSR Young Investigator Award (2008) NSF CAREER Award (2005) He also contributes to academia as a Senior Member of IEEE and Associate Editor for journals like SIAM Journal on Control and Optimization and IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control . His lab develops computational tools for safety-critical control in complex environments.

Metin Sittiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medical Microrobotics
• Bio-inspired Robotics
• Physical Intelligence
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Metin Sitti is a leading academic and researcher currently serving as Director at the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems and affiliated faculty at Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Institute and Koç University's Schools of Medicine and Engineering. His interdisciplinary work bridges robotics, materials science, and biomedicine. His research interests center on medical microrobotics , bio-inspired robotics , and physical intelligence , exploring how intelligent behaviors can emerge from material properties and system design. He leads the Physical Intelligence Research Group , pioneering novel approaches in soft and micro-robotic systems. The scientific publications attributed to Prof. Sitti span diverse areas including micro-robotic locomotion, stimuli-responsive materials, and collective behavior in synthetic systems. Though specific titles are not listed, his body of work consistently contributes to robotics, nanotechnology, and biomedical engineering. Rahmi M. Koç Science Award ERC Advanced Grant IEEE Fellow National Science Foundation CAREER Award SPIE Nanoengineering Pioneer Award IEEE/ASME Best Mechatronics Paper Award Robotics: Science and Systems Conference Best Paper Award IEEE/RSJ Intelligent Robot Systems Conference Best Paper and Video Awards IEEE Robotics and Automation Conference Best Paper and Video Awards IEEE Robotics and Biomimetics Conference Best Paper and Video Awards Prof. Sitti has secured major grants including the ERC Advanced Grant and NSF CAREER Award, supporting high-impact research in intelligent materials and robotic systems. He has mentored numerous researchers and students across institutions, though specific advisees are not listed. His entrepreneurial initiative led to the founding of nanoGriptech Inc. in 2009, commercializing gecko-inspired microfiber adhesives. He leads the Physical Intelligence Department at the Max Planck Institute, where his team develops novel robotic materials and microsystems that exhibit intelligence through physical design rather than computation alone.

Joseph Wangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nanomachines
• Wearable Sensors
• Electrochemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Joseph Wang is the Distinguished Professor of Nanoengineering and the SAIC Endowed Chair at UC San Diego. He leads the NBE Lab and directs the Center of Wearable Sensors and the Center for Mobile-health Systems. With over 50 researchers in his team, his work focuses on nanomachines, wearable sensors, electrochemistry, and analytical chemistry. His global citation ranking places him #13 in Chemistry and #31 in Materials Science, with an H-index of 217 and over 180,000 citations. He has been a Highly Cited Researcher since 2014 and ranks #4 in Nanoscience & Nanotechnology in the 2025 World Top 100 Scientists list. His research has led to groundbreaking innovations, including microrobots for lung cancer treatment, multiplexed microneedle sensors, and wearable devices for real-time health monitoring. He has been honored with prestigious awards such as the 2024 ACS Award in Analytical Chemistry, IEEE Sensors Council Award, and IUPAC Medal. He holds honorary doctorates from Comenius University and Charles University, and Woxsen University named its Chemistry Department after him. Key contributions include pioneering work in biohybrid microrobots, self-healing wearable devices, and sweat-based health monitoring systems. His lab’s work has been featured in Nature, Science, and The Economist. He co-authored influential books like Analytical Electrochemistry (4th ed.) and Nanomachines , and his research spans clinical applications, environmental sensing, and personalized medicine.

• Plant Developmental Biology
• Epigenetics
• Plant Genetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ueli Grossniklaus is an Ordinary Professor at the University of Zurich within the Faculty of Mathematical and Natural Sciences , affiliated with the Department of Plant and Microbiology . His work focuses on plant developmental biology, particularly epigenetic and genetic mechanisms governing reproduction and adaptation. Key Courses: Epigenetics, Plant Biology Workshop, Group Seminars on Current Research Laboratory Techniques: Advanced methods in plant cell mechanics, transcriptomics, and genome editing Research Interests span plant epigenetics, reproductive biology, and the interplay between environmental stress and genetic regulation. He investigates: Mechanistic control of gametogenesis and fertilization Epigenetic contributions to plant adaptation Evolutionary implications of asexual reproduction Biophysical forces in plant cell growth Publication Trends (2025–2018) reveal expertise in: Arabidopsis and fern model systems Epigenetic regulation (DNA methylation, histone dynamics) Apomixis and hybrid seed failure mechanisms Biomechanics of pollen tubes and carnivorous plants Genome editing tools (CRISPR) and long-read sequencing Scientific Collaborations include interdisciplinary projects on: Microfluidic devices for plant cell analysis Gene drive ecology and ethics 3D imaging of plant reproductive structures Advising and Grants focus on mentoring through research internships in developmental biology, genetics, and systems biology. His lab engages in: Epigenetic response to environmental stress Cell wall mechanics in reproduction Computational modeling of plant growth Laboratory Teams integrate plant biologists, bioengineers, and computational scientists to study: Mechanistic gene regulation Evolutionary developmental biology Microrobotics for cellular force measurement

Steven Ceronمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Swarm robotics
• Multi-agent systems
• Swarm intelligence
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Steven Ceron is an Assistant Professor in Robotics at the University of Michigan's College of Engineering. His research focuses on swarm robotics, multi-agent systems, and programmable self-organization of micro- and macro-scale robot swarms. He leads the Synergetic Adaptive Machinas (SAM) Lab, which develops reconfigurable robot swarms for biomedical applications and smart materials integration. Key research areas include microrobot fabrication, heterogeneous swarm coordination, and self-reconfigurable modular systems. His work envisions seamless integration of robot swarms into daily life through innovations in design, control, and scalability. Recent publications emphasize swarmalator dynamics, strain-based coordination in soft robots, and scalable fabrication methods. His lab explores both theoretical frameworks and practical implementations, bridging micro-scale and macro-scale robotics applications. Though no awards were explicitly listed, his contributions to novel fabrication techniques and modular robotics suggest ongoing recognition in the field. Advising and grant details are not provided here, but his lab's focus on biomedical and aerospace applications indicates active collaborative projects.

Chao Liuمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Surgical Robotics
• Teleoperation
• Haptics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Chao Liu is a Research Scientist at CNRS (French National Center for Scientific Research) since 2008, affiliated with the DEXTER team and the Department of Robotics, LIRMM at University of Montpellier, France. He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical & Electronic Engineering from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (2006). Current research focuses on surgical robotics , haptics , teleoperation , and nonlinear control theory with applications in computer vision. His work addresses challenges in robotic-assisted telesurgery, including: Stable and transparent human-robot interaction through wave variable compensators and passivity filters Physiological motion compensation using spatio-temporal LSTM and dual Kalman filters EMG-based motion recognition for surgical skill assessment 3D soft-tissue reconstruction with stereo-endoscopes and deep learning Dr. Liu leads European and French projects like: TS2RT (CNRS-funded): Safer teleoperation with motion compensation ROBACUS (ANR-funded): Needle positioning with MPC control HaTUMoCo (CNRS-funded): Haptic teleoperation with uncertainty handling ARAKNES (EU-funded): Microrobotic systems for endoluminal surgery Scientific honors include Senior Member of IEEE and Member of Sigma Xi . He supervises Ph.D. and Master's students working on topics such as concentric tube robot optimization, haptic teleoperation, and EMG-based force estimation. Dr. Liu serves on IEEE Technical Committees for Telerobotics and Haptics , and as Technical Editor of IEEE/ASME Transactions on Mechatronics.

Andrew de Melloمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microfluidics
• Nanotechnology
• Bioanalytical Chemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Andrew de Mello serves as Full Professor and Deputy Head at ETH Zurich's Department of Chemistry and Applied Biosciences, where he also leads the Institute of Chemical and Bioengineering. His research group operates at the intersection of microfluidics and nanoscale science, maintaining a highly international team with members from over 15 countries. The deMello Group specializes in microfluidic device development for high-throughput biological analysis, ultrasensitive optical detection , nanofluidic chemical synthesis systems , and imaging flow cytometry . Their work spans analytical chemistry, biomedical engineering, and diagnostic applications, with recent projects focusing on paper-based electrofluidic devices, synthetic gene circuits for tuberculosis detection, and droplet-based microfluidics for mRNA screening. Professor de Mello's scholarly contributions include over 350 peer-reviewed publications and two co-authored books. His editorial leadership includes serving as Associate Editor for ACS Sensors and on editorial boards for Advanced Materials Technologies, Chem, and Chemistry World. Advances in Measurement Science Lectureship (ACS, 2020) Qinghe Lectureship (Chinese Academy of Sciences, 2018) Corday-Morgan Medal (RSC, 2009) Clifford Paterson Medal (Royal Society, 2009) SAC Silver Medal (RSC, 2002) His research group actively mentors doctoral students across diverse projects including microrobot fabrication, tumor spheroid vascularization, and spatial tissue mapping. Current grants support development of diagnostic platforms for kidney function monitoring and drug-resistant tuberculosis detection, with collaborations spanning ETH Zurich, Universitätsspital Zürich, and international institutions.

Jinsang Kimمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bio-Micro Nanotechnology
• Bio-Nanotechnology
• Biomedical Imaging
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jinsang Kim is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Michigan, with affiliations in Biomedical Engineering (BME). His research focuses on bio-micro/nanotechnology, bio-nanomaterials, and biomedical imaging technologies. He specializes in developing advanced materials for applications such as retinal hypoxia detection, organic light-emitting diodes, and sensor technologies. His work integrates polymer chemistry, organic electronics, and biomedical engineering to create innovative materials for medical diagnostics, optoelectronics, and nanotechnology. Key research areas include surface functionalization strategies, organic phosphorescent nanosensors, and stimuli-responsive materials. Kim’s publications emphasize cutting-edge advancements in organic phosphorescence, polymer design for high thermal conductivity, and biomedical imaging tools. His contributions span from fundamental material science to applied biomedical solutions, with a focus on translating discoveries into practical applications.

Josep Puigmartí-Luisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Microfluidics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Josep Puigmartí-Luis is a Research Professor at the University of Barcelona (UB) since 2020, following an ERC Starting Grant in 2015 and an ICREA Research Professorship in 2019. He holds a master’s in Chemistry and Food Engineering from IQS (2003) and a PhD in Materials Science from ICMAB. His research focuses on functional materials synthesis, microfluidic technologies, and self-assembly processes, with applications in nanotechnology and biomedical engineering. Key awards include the Premi Antoni de Martí (2009), St. Jordi Award (2006), and ETH Fellowship (2008). His group, ChemInFlow, develops magnetic microrobots and piezoelectric catalytic systems for targeted therapies and environmental remediation. Educations: PhD in Materials Science, Institut de Ciència de Materials de Barcelona (ICMAB) Master in Chemistry and Food Engineering, Institut Químic de Sarrià (IQS), 2003 Research Interests: Synthesis of functional materials in solution/surfaces, microfluidic technologies, non-equilibrium assemblies, magnetic microrobotics, and piezoelectric catalysis. Articles Trends: Recent work emphasizes microfluidics-driven material synthesis, magnetic microrobot navigation, and piezoelectric catalysis for biomedical and environmental applications. Key themes include nanoreactors, targeted drug delivery, and functional MOF/COF materials. Awards: Premi Antoni de Martí i Franquès de Ciències Químiques (2009) ERC Starting Grant (2015) Rising Star Award (IEEE 3M-NANO 2023) Grants & Labs: ERC Starting Grant (2015), ICREA Professorship (2019). The ChemInFlow Group pioneers interdisciplinary approaches in materials synthesis and robotics, with collaborations spanning Europe and Asia. Labs/Teams: Leads the ChemInFlow Group at UB, focusing on microfluidic technologies and biomedical microrobotics.

Arnold Mathijssenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biophysics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Active and Living Materials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Arnold Mathijssen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Pennsylvania, part of the School of Arts and Sciences. He leads the Mathijssen Lab, focusing on the physics of life, combining experimental and theoretical approaches in biophysics, fluid mechanics, and active materials. His research addresses fundamental questions about pathogen dynamics, biomedical material design, and collective behavior in living systems, with applications to public health and environmental science. Education includes a DPhil from the University of Oxford (2017), MSci and BSc from University College London (2012), and a teaching certificate from Stanford University (2019). He has held roles such as Postdoctoral Fellow at Stanford (2017-2020) and Director of the Working Group on Environmental and Biological Fluid Dynamics (2023-). Research interests span topics like hydrodynamic communication, pathogen clearance in airways, and bacterial contamination dynamics. Notable achievements include the 2025 Undergraduate Research Mentorship Award and media recognition for breakthroughs in optimizing coffee-brewing physics. He chairs conferences, edits scientific journals, and advocates for science accessibility through initiatives like 'Kitchen flows.' Lab affiliations: Centre for Soft and Living Matter at UPenn, Laboratory for Research on the Structure of Matter (LRSM). Media highlights include coverage in The New York Times, The Guardian, and New Scientist for his work on culinary fluid mechanics.

Wooram Parkمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Robotics
• Biomedical Robotics
• Computational Structural Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Wooram Park is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas), affiliated with the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science. He leads the Robotics and Intelligent Systems Laboratory (ROBINS Lab) and holds a PhD from Johns Hopkins University (2008), along with MS and BS degrees from Seoul National University (2003 and 1999). His research focuses on robotics, biomedical robotics, computational structural biology, and image processing. Key projects include flexible needle steering for medical applications, haptic feedback systems, and advanced algorithms for motion planning and image reconstruction. He has received notable awards such as the Creel Fellowship (2007) and Critics’ Choice Award in ArtBot Design (2004). His work spans theoretical contributions in stochastic systems and practical innovations like vibratory magnetic robots (Vimbot) and wearable haptic devices. The ROBINS Lab emphasizes interdisciplinary research at the intersection of mechanical engineering, computer science, and biomedical applications.

Arnaud Bertschمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Microfluidics
• Nanofluidics
• MEMS/NEMS
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Arnaud Bertsch is a Lecturer at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) within the School of Engineering (STI) and the Department of Microengineering (IEM). He is affiliated with the Microsystems Laboratory 1 (LMIS1) and has been actively involved in teaching advanced microfabrication techniques and MEMS sensor/actuator practicals. His research spans microfluidics, nanofluidics, biomedical devices, and 3D microfabrication, with a focus on neural probes, drug delivery systems, and cell manipulation technologies. Microfluidic hydrodynamic and dielectrophoretic systems Nanovolcano microelectrode arrays for electrophysiology Thermal control of ionic transport in nanochannels 3D lipid microrobots for drug delivery MEMS-based intraocular pressure sensors Arnaud Bertsch has supervised PhD students including Torres Vila Pol, Zhang Tao, and past advisees like Clémentine Lipp, Nicolas Maïno, and Joan Teixidor. His work bridges fundamental research in nanofluidics with applied biomedical solutions, contributing to fields such as neuroscience, cancer therapy, and implantable medical devices. The articles listed demonstrate expertise in microsystem design, electrochemical sensing, and biofabrication technologies.