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Dr. Sai Zhao is a leading researcher in the field of advanced functional materials, with a primary focus on the design and application of MXene-based composites for soft robotics and electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding. Her major contributions center on engineering smart, multi-responsive actuators that can perform complex motions in both terrestrial and aquatic environments. Dr. Zhao pioneered the development of "Smart MXene-Based Janus films," which integrate multi-responsive actuation with high-performance EMI shielding, a work that has garnered 141 citations. She further advanced the field by creating multifunctional Ti₃C₂Tₓ MXene/Low-Density Polyethylene soft robots with programmable configurations for amphibious motions, a highly cited paper (65 citations) that demonstrates the potential of these materials for versatile, adaptive robotics. Notably, Dr. Zhao introduced the concept of "Aquabots," an innovative approach using aqueous two-phase systems to print ultrasoft, water-in-water constructs for navigating confined spaces, representing a significant leap in soft robotics design. Her work is distinguished by its interdisciplinary impact, bridging materials science, robotics, and nanotechnology, and her high citation counts underscore her influence in shaping the future of smart, adaptive materials.