Boris Kichatov

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Boris Kichatov is a leading researcher in microfluidics and magnetohydrodynamics, whose work bridges fundamental fluid dynamics with cutting-edge applications in soft robotics. His primary research areas include droplet generation, flow-focusing microfluidics, and the manipulation of multiphase flows using magnetic fields. Kichatov’s most cited paper, “Active droplet generation in flow-focusing microfluidics under influence of transverse magnetic field” (2025, 4 citations), reveals a critical insight: while velocity field non-uniformity across channel thickness drives droplet coalescence, an applied transverse magnetic field actively suppresses this coalescence. This discovery not only advances the precision control of droplet formation but also opens new pathways for fabricating soft magnetic robots with tailored sizes and shapes. By demonstrating how magnetic fields can stabilize droplet interfaces, Kichatov provides a robust framework for designing next-generation micro-robotic systems. His work is highly regarded for its practical implications in lab-on-a-chip technologies and biomedical engineering, where controlled droplet generation is essential. With a growing citation impact, Kichatov continues to shape the intersection of microfluidics and magnetic field manipulation, offering innovative solutions for soft robotics and materials synthesis.