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Yonggang Meng is a researcher whose work sits at the dynamic intersection of bioinspired adhesion, soft robotics, and surface engineering. Best known for his extensive contributions to gecko-inspired dry adhesive systems, Meng has helped advance the fundamental understanding of reversible adhesion mechanisms and translate them into practical engineering applications. His 2019 review on gecko-inspired dry adhesive surfaces, amassing 93 citations, stands as a landmark reference in the field, synthesizing fabrication strategies and real-world applications ranging from precision manufacturing to intelligent robotics. His subsequent work on robust, scalable reversible adhesion composites (49 citations) further demonstrated how bio-inspired design principles can overcome longstanding challenges in adhesive strength and controllability. Beyond gecko adhesion, Meng explores broader themes of bio-inspired engineering, investigating phenomena such as water strider locomotion, mantis shrimp-inspired underwater striking, and novel magnetic field configurations for microrobotics. His research on three-dimensional traction stress imaging (19 citations) reflects a sophisticated grasp of contact mechanics underpinning many physical and biological systems. Through innovative gripper designs—including multi-legged adaptive grippers and microspine-based systems—Meng bridges fundamental science and applied robotics, offering tools with clear relevance to space technology, flexible electronics, and advanced manufacturing.