Taiki Kohiki
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Taiki Kohiki is a researcher at the forefront of bioinspired nanotechnology, with a primary focus on developing light-driven nano/micromotors and understanding peptide self-assembly. His most cited work, "Light-induced propulsion of a giant liposome driven by peptide nanofibre growth" (2018, 33 citations), represents a significant breakthrough in the field. In this study, Kohiki demonstrated a novel approach to propulsion by mimicking the natural actin polymerisation machinery used by pathogens like Listeria. Specifically, he engineered a system where light triggers the growth of peptide nanofibres inside a giant liposome, generating the mechanical force needed for propulsion. This innovative work bridges synthetic biology and materials science, offering a new paradigm for creating bioinspired robots and molecular devices. While his citation count reflects a growing impact, the conceptual leap in his research—harnessing biological assembly processes for controlled movement—marks him as a promising contributor to the development of next-generation nanomachines and smart materials.
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