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Cem Balda Dayan is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of soft robotics, bioinspired adhesives, and biomedical microdevices. His work is defined by the development of miniature, remotely controlled robots that can navigate complex biological environments, perform targeted drug delivery, and interact delicately with soft tissues. Dayan’s most cited paper, “Multifunctional magnetic hairbot for untethered osteogenesis, ultrasound contrast imaging and drug delivery” (100 citations), introduces a versatile microrobot capable of bone regeneration and imaging—a landmark in multifunctional medical robotics. He has also made significant contributions to soft gripping and adhesion, including a 3D-printed pneumatically controlled soft suction cup (54 citations) for handling fragile objects, and a stiffness-tunable, velvet worm–inspired soft adhesive robot (46 citations) that achieves precise adhesion control on wrinkled and biological surfaces. His bio-inspired composite microfibers (27 citations) offer strong, reversible adhesion to smooth surfaces, while his machine learning–based optimization of adhesive microstructures (13 citations) demonstrates a data-driven approach to design. Dayan’s work on MRI-powered capsule robots with HIFU-controlled drug delivery (11 citations) further underscores his impact in minimally invasive therapeutics. With over 250 total citations, Dayan is shaping the future of soft, intelligent microrobots for healthcare and beyond.