Sina Naficy
Papers
11
Total Citations
649
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About
Sina Naficy is a leading researcher at the intersection of soft robotics and advanced materials, specializing in the development of high-performance artificial muscles and tough hydrogels. His work is defined by a deep understanding of how molecular and structural design can mimic—and even surpass—natural actuation systems. Naficy’s major contributions include pioneering the use of edge-hydroxylated boron nitride nanosheets to dramatically improve the thermal response of hydrogels (288 citations), and developing dual high-stroke, high–work capacity artificial muscles inspired by DNA supercoiling (55 citations). He has also advanced the field with tough hydrogels for soft artificial muscles (57 citations) and light-triggered actuators that amplify control signals at the molecular level (54 citations). His research on plant-like tropisms in artificial muscles (42 citations) and microwave-powered polymeric muscles (38 citations) further demonstrates his innovative approach to creating adaptive, remotely controlled soft robots. With a portfolio of highly cited work, Naficy is shaping the future of biomimetic actuation and soft matter engineering.
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- 3Tough hydrogels for soft artificial muscles57 citations · 2021
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- 6Plant‐Like Tropisms in Artificial Muscles42 citations · 2023
- 7A microwave powered polymeric artificial muscle38 citations · 2021
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- 9Bond Reformation, Self-Recovery, and Toughness in Hydrogen-Bonded Hydrogels16 citations · 2020
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