Hiroyuki Mayama

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Hiroyuki Mayama is a leading figure in the chemistry of functional soft matter, with a particular focus on photoresponsive crystalline systems and self-oscillating gels. His most cited work, "Photochromic Crystalline Systems Mimicking Bio‐Functions" (2018, 44 citations), showcases his ability to engineer bio-inspired materials: by using photochromic diarylethenes, Mayama demonstrated that UV irradiation triggers the self-aggregation of closed-ring isomers into needle-shaped crystals, creating superhydrophobic surfaces that mimic natural biological functions. This breakthrough has significant implications for smart coatings and adaptive materials. In a parallel line of inquiry, Mayama developed a novel semi-interpenetrating polymer network gel capable of undergoing the Belousov-Zhabotinsky (BZ) reaction without the need for a strong acid (2013, 12 citations). This achievement simplifies the chemical environment for oscillatory reactions, opening new doors for autonomous, pulsatile soft robots and drug delivery systems. With a career marked by inventive, interdisciplinary approaches, Mayama continues to push the boundaries of how crystalline and gel-based systems can respond to external stimuli, earning him recognition as a pioneer in biomimetic and adaptive materials science.