Ziyi Yu

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Ziyi Yu is a rising researcher in the field of soft matter and interfacial science, with a focus on the dynamic manipulation of droplet behavior. Her work centers on active surfaces and the design of hierarchical topographies to control liquid morphology, offering new pathways for microfluidics, self-cleaning materials, and lab-on-a-chip technologies. In her most-cited paper, "Biaxially Morphing Droplet Shape by an Active Surface" (2020, 11 citations), Yu demonstrates how engineered surface roughness can drive biaxial and anisotropic droplet spreading, moving beyond traditional uniaxial control. This contribution provides a foundational framework for tuning solid-liquid interactions to achieve complex, programmable drop shapes—an advance with implications for precision coating and droplet-based manufacturing. Though early in her career, Yu’s work is gaining recognition for its innovative integration of surface chemistry and topography. Her research not only deepens fundamental understanding of wetting phenomena but also opens practical avenues for responsive materials and adaptive surfaces. With continued development, Ziyi Yu is poised to make lasting contributions to the design of active interfaces.