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Jincheng Ni is a pioneering researcher at the forefront of micro- and nanofabrication, with a focus on bioinspired 4D printing and advanced laser manufacturing. His work bridges the gap between nature’s dynamic systems and cutting-edge materials science, enabling the creation of stimuli-responsive hydrogel structures at the microscale. Ni’s most-cited paper, “Botanical‐Inspired 4D Printing of Hydrogel at the Microscale” (2019, 214 citations), introduces a revolutionary approach that mimics plant-like behaviors—such as shape-shifting in response to environmental triggers—paving the way for innovations in soft robotics, precision sensors, and biomedical devices. This work has become a cornerstone in the field of 4D printing, demonstrating how microscale hydrogels can autonomously transform over time. Additionally, his 2021 study on “Rapid Fabrication of 3D Chiral Microstructures” (35 citations) combines spatial-light-modulator-assisted two-photon polymerization with capillary-force-assisted self-assembly, offering a rapid, hybrid strategy for creating complex chiral geometries with optical and mechanical applications. Ni’s contributions have significantly advanced the scalability and functionality of microstructures, earning him recognition as a leader in responsive materials and laser-based fabrication.