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Dequn Li is a rising leader in the field of bioinspired soft robotics and advanced functional materials, with a focus on developing intelligent, responsive systems for next-generation sensing and actuation. His research centers on the design of photoresponsive nanocomposites and self-powered electronic skins, leveraging phase-change polymers, liquid crystal elastomers (LCEs), and piezoelectric nanofibers to achieve unprecedented performance. In his highly cited 2022 work, Li introduced a fast-response, near-infrared (NIR)-driven soft robot that utilizes a two-stage deformation mechanism, enabling precise, remote-controlled motion with potential applications in minimally invasive surgery and adaptive optics. This paper has already garnered 37 citations, reflecting its impact on the field. Earlier, in 2020, Li pioneered a self-powered infrared-responsive electronic skin that overcomes traditional limitations in flexible IR sensing—such as poor photoresponsivity and rigid P–N junctions—by harnessing microphase transitions in piezoelectric nanocomposites. This innovation, with 19 citations, offers a pathway to energy-autonomous wearable devices for health monitoring and human-machine interfaces. Li’s work stands out for its elegant integration of materials science and mechanical design, earning him recognition as a key innovator in soft robotics and smart materials.
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