Jiahui Zhao

Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics

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Jiahui Zhao is a rising researcher in the field of biomimetic adhesion and surface engineering, with a focus on developing materials that function reliably under extreme environmental conditions. Their work addresses critical challenges in soft robotics, grippers, and wearable devices by designing adhesive systems that remain robust and reversible on ultralow temperature surfaces and under large thermal fluctuations. Zhao’s most-cited paper, “Robust and reversible adhesion under extreme thermal conditions” (2023, 11 citations), introduces a breakthrough in maintaining adhesion performance where conventional materials fail. They have also explored the stability of biomimetic attachments under mechanical vibrations and shocks, and developed a bioinspired microstructure—based on locust toe pads—that achieves anti-slip and anti-adhesion properties for non-destructive handling of brittle materials in high-temperature environments, such as wafer processing. With a growing citation record and a focus on translating biological principles into practical solutions, Zhao’s work is paving the way for more resilient and versatile adhesive technologies.