Studying nanocomposites that harness chemical interactions and interfacial configuration to realize advanced properties for future soft technologies.
We aim to understand the fundamental properties of nanomaterials within soft matrices and to uncover the collective behavior arising from organized composite structures. Through deliberate material design and careful optimization, we pursue emergent functionalities that enable shape morphing, enhanced mechanical resilience, electrical conductivity, sensorial capabilities, and interfacial adaptive behaviors. Ultimately, these investigations play a pivotal role in elevating the performance and reliability of next generation soft devices.




Nanomaterials
Polymeric Fibers
Heterostructures
Liquid Crystals
Related publications:
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Discovery of single atomic catalyst: tailored heteroelement dopant at graphene, Accounts of Materials Research 2021, 6, 394–406.
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Magnetic spin exchange interaction in SmCo5/Co nanocomposite magnet for large energy product, Journal of Colloid Interface Science 2021, 589, 157-165.
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Mussel-inspired defect engineering of graphene liquid crystalline fibers for synergistic enhancement of mechanical strength and electrical conductivity, Advanced Materials 2018, 30, 1803267.