Cao Lintong
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2
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79
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About
Cao Lintong’s research sits at the intersection of biotechnology, architecture, and sustainable design, pioneering the use of living materials in the built environment. Her most cited work, “Robotic Extrusion of Algae‐Laden Hydrogels for Large‐Scale Applications” (2019, 75 citations), introduces a groundbreaking bioprinting technique that immobilizes microalgae within alginate-based hydrogels for robotic, large-scale fabrication. This innovation enables the creation of custom-shaped, living architectural components—such as a 1000 × 500 mm fibrous panel—that harness microalgae’s photosynthetic capabilities for carbon capture and bioenergy. By characterizing hydrogel rheology with varying polymers and water percentages, Lintong solved key challenges in scaling bioprinted structures from lab to real-world application. Her work, featured as the cover article in *Global Challenges* (2020), demonstrates how additive manufacturing can integrate biological organisms into construction materials, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional building practices. With growing citation impact, Lintong’s contributions are shaping the future of bio-integrated design, inspiring researchers to explore how living systems can transform architecture into an active, ecological partner.
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- 1Robotic Extrusion of Algae‐Laden Hydrogels for Large‐Scale Applications75 citations · 2019
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