Sahar Jafari
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About
Sahar Jafari is a rising leader in the field of soft microrobotics and biomedical engineering, with a focus on developing tetherless, biocompatible systems for medical intervention. Her research centers on the design and control of magnetically actuated soft matter devices, aiming to replace rigid, tethered surgical tools with flexible, untethered alternatives that can navigate complex biological environments. Jafari’s major contributions include the creation of **MANiACs (Magnetically Aligned Nanorods in Alginate Capsules)**—soft, tumbling microrobots made from biocompatible alginate. This work, which has garnered 33 citations, demonstrates a novel approach to micromanipulation and targeted drug delivery, offering a safe, degradable platform for lab-on-a-chip and future in vivo applications. She also pioneered **MagnetoSuture™**, a hands-free system for guiding needle penetration in human tissue ex vivo (5 citations), showcasing a potential reduction in surgical ports and improved precision in minimally invasive procedures. By merging materials science with magnetic actuation, Jafari is advancing the frontier of soft robotics, promising safer, more adaptable tools for next-generation surgery and targeted therapy.
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