Chengzhi Zhang

Southern University of Science and Technology

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Chengzhi Zhang is pioneering the frontier of droplet robotics, where his work redefines how micro-scale liquid samples are manipulated for scientific research. His most-cited paper, "A droplet robotic system enabled by electret-induced polarization on droplet" (2024, 27 citations), introduces a novel actuation mechanism that overcomes critical limitations in existing liquid-handling technologies. By leveraging electret-induced polarization, Zhang’s system enables precise, contact-free control of diverse liquid types without compromising the activity of sensitive biochemical samples—a breakthrough that sidesteps the interference common in conventional methods. This innovation positions his research at the intersection of soft robotics, microfluidics, and lab-on-a-chip systems, offering a versatile platform for applications ranging from drug screening to synthetic biology. Though early in his career, Zhang’s work has already garnered attention for its potential to automate complex experimental workflows, marking him as a rising leader in the next generation of robotic tools for the life sciences. His contributions promise to accelerate discovery by making droplet manipulation both gentler and more universally applicable.