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Zhizhi Zhang is a materials scientist whose research sits at the intersection of smart adhesive materials, hydrogel engineering, and bioinspired surface science. His work focuses on designing hydrogels and soft materials capable of dynamically switching between adhesive and non-adhesive states — a capability with transformative implications for soft robotics, tissue engineering, wound dressings, implantable electronics, and bioelectronic sensors. Zhang's most influential contributions include developing methods to reverse hydrogel adhesion through firmly anchored thin coatings (90 citations) and engineering large-span stick-slip switchable hydrogels via dynamic multiscale contact synergy (80 citations), both addressing the longstanding challenge of achieving reliable wet adhesion on demand. His critical reviews of mussel-inspired underwater adhesives — drawing on nature's remarkable ability to bond in aqueous environments — have further established him as a thoughtful synthesizer of the field, collectively attracting nearly 40 citations. His more recent exploration of light-controlled adhesive hydrogels signals a push toward externally triggered, precision adhesion systems. With growing citation impact across multiple high-profile publications, Zhang represents an emerging voice shaping the next generation of intelligent, responsive soft materials.