Peiliu Li

Beijing Institute of Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences

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Peiliu Li is a researcher at the forefront of bioinspired surface engineering and flexible electronics, drawing profound insights from nature to solve engineering challenges. His work masterfully deciphers how the submillimeter textures of lotus leaves govern not only self-cleaning but also unidirectional fluid transport and mechanical reinforcement. By elucidating the mechanism behind the leaf’s automatic slant, Li has pioneered designs for self-propelling surfaces that enhance respiration, reduce load, and maximize sunlight exposure—achievements with over 20 citations. In a leap toward soft robotics, he developed a liquid metal-based angle detection sensor, a highly stable and sensitive biomimetic sensory platform that has garnered 17 citations and promises transformative applications in flexible electronics and micro-nano devices. Li’s research uniquely bridges fundamental biophysics with practical device innovation, demonstrating how nature’s submillimeter architecture can inspire next-generation materials. His notable contributions include revealing the previously overlooked mechanical role of lotus papillae, offering a new paradigm for designing durable, functional membranes. For students and researchers, Li’s work is a compelling case study in how observing the natural world can lead to breakthroughs in smart surfaces and soft sensing technologies.