Hu Tang

University of Maryland, College Park

Papers

1

Total Citations

36

H-Index

1

About

Hu Tang is a leading researcher in sustainable materials and bioinspired fiber engineering, with a focus on transforming natural biomass into high-performance, multifunctional textiles. His most notable contribution is the development of a one-step degumming method to produce kilogram-scale, strong, and smart cellulosic fibers from abundant natural grass, achieving unidirectional fibril alignment. This breakthrough, detailed in his 2024 highly cited paper (36 citations), yields fibers with exceptional mechanical strength and stiffness, while also exhibiting humidity-responsive actuation—enabling applications in smart textiles, soft robotics, and biomedicine. By bridging the gap between natural resource utilization and advanced material functionality, Tang’s work offers a scalable, eco-friendly route to replace synthetic fibers. His research has garnered significant attention for its potential to revolutionize wearable technology and sustainable manufacturing, marking him as a rising innovator in green materials science.

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H-Index
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Papers
36
Total Citations
36
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Kilogram-scale production of strong and smart cellulosic fibers featuring unidirectional fibril alignment
36 citations · 2024
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2024 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 10
🏛 Institutions: University of Maryland, College Park

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