Sanika Mohite

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Sanika Mohite is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of biofabrication, architecture, and sustainable design. Her work centers on developing robotic extrusion techniques for algae-laden hydrogels, creating living materials that can be integrated into the built environment. Her most influential paper, "Robotic Extrusion of Algae‐Laden Hydrogels for Large‐Scale Applications" (2019), has garnered 75 citations and introduces a groundbreaking method for large-scale, custom-printed immobilization of microalgae using alginate-based hydrogels. This work demonstrates the potential for bioprinting to produce architectural components, such as a 1000 × 500 mm fibrous panel, deposited layer by layer with varying water percentages to optimize cell viability and structural integrity. Mohite’s contributions are pivotal in advancing the field of living architecture, offering scalable solutions for carbon capture, bioremediation, and sustainable construction. Her research not only bridges biology and engineering but also reimagines how buildings can function as active, ecological systems. With her innovative approach, Mohite is shaping the future of bio-integrated design, inspiring new possibilities for environmentally responsive materials.