So‐Jung Gwak

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So-Jung Gwak is a rising leader in biomedical micro-robotics, with a research focus on developing intelligent, biocompatible soft robots for targeted therapy. Her most cited work introduces a groundbreaking class of alginate-based magnetic millirobots that are both MPI-traceable and capable of multimodal selective locomotion and heating. This innovation addresses a critical challenge in the field: enabling precise, real-time tracking and control of soft robots inside the body using magnetic particle imaging. By integrating alginate—a flexible, cell-friendly material—with magnetic responsiveness, Gwak’s robots can actively navigate to diseased sites, carry therapeutic cargo like cells, and deliver localized heat treatment on demand. With 7 citations since its 2025 publication, this work is already shaping the future of minimally invasive medicine. Gwak’s contributions stand out for their elegant fusion of materials science, robotics, and biomedical engineering, offering a versatile platform for next-generation therapies. Her research promises to transform how we approach targeted drug delivery and thermal ablation, making her a key figure to watch in the evolution of medical microrobots.