Chang Yang
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Chang Yang is a leading figure in advanced hydrogel engineering, whose work bridges the frontiers of 3D printing and high-performance soft materials. Her primary research focuses on developing mechanically robust hydrogels for biomedical and industrial applications, with a particular emphasis on overcoming the longstanding trade-off between printability and strength. In her landmark 2020 study, which has garnered 183 citations, Yang pioneered the 3D printing of dual-physical cross-linking hydrogels based on poly(vinyl alcohol). By constructing a dynamic, dual-network architecture, she achieved ultrahigh strength and toughness—properties previously unattainable in printed hydrogels—opening new avenues for tissue scaffolds, flexible electronics, and soft robotics. This work not only solved a fundamental challenge in additive manufacturing but also established a design principle for next-generation, load-bearing hydrogels. Yang’s contributions have been widely recognized, with her research shaping how scientists approach the synthesis of printable, yet mechanically resilient, materials. Her innovative cross-linking strategy continues to inspire efforts to integrate high performance with processability, positioning her as a key innovator in the field of smart, multifunctional hydrogels.
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