Liliang Ye
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Liliang Ye is pioneering the frontier of soft micro/nanorobotics, with a particular focus on biohybrid systems and photonic manipulation. His most-cited work introduces a groundbreaking "photonic nanojet-regulated soft microalga-robot," which leverages living microalgae as a biocompatible engine, controlled by light to achieve both controllable deformation and precise navigation. This innovation addresses a critical bottleneck in the field: the difficulty of steering soft, deformable robots in complex microenvironments. By integrating a photonic nanojet—a highly focused light beam—Ye’s team demonstrated a method to not only guide the robot but also actively reshape its body, enabling it to squeeze through narrow channels or alter its hydrodynamic profile. This research, published in 2024 and already accumulating 23 citations, showcases his ability to merge optics, materials science, and biology. Ye’s contributions are vital for advancing targeted drug delivery, microsurgery, and environmental remediation, where adaptable, untethered microrobots are essential. His work stands out for its elegant use of natural organisms as functional components, pushing the boundaries of what soft microrobots can achieve.
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