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Chong Hou is a leading innovator at the intersection of advanced materials and fiber-based technologies, whose work is reshaping the landscape of wearable and biomedical devices. His primary research areas include thermally drawn multifunctional fibers, stretchable optics, and fiber-based medical tools. Hou’s most notable contribution is the development of the thermally drawn rechargeable battery fiber, a groundbreaking achievement that enables pervasive power integration directly into textiles. This work, published in 2021 and garnering 74 citations, demonstrates his ability to translate complex material science into practical, scalable energy solutions. More recently, Hou has advanced the field of fiberbotic laser scalpels, addressing critical material and fabrication challenges for flexible surgical tools, a paper that has already attracted 19 citations. His exploration of stretchable polymer optical fibers further highlights his ingenuity, revealing an unusual relationship between optical loss and elongation that is pivotal for next-generation strain and motion sensors. Through these contributions, Hou is pioneering a future where fibers are not just passive conduits but active, functional components in healthcare, energy, and sensing.