Masaki Nakahata

Papers

Total Citations

720

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About

Masaki Nakahata is a leading figure in supramolecular chemistry and smart materials, renowned for pioneering work on photoresponsive artificial muscles. His most celebrated contribution, the 2012 paper "Expansion–contraction of photoresponsive artificial muscle regulated by host–guest interactions" (720 citations), introduced a groundbreaking approach to stimulus-responsive polymers. By integrating host–guest interactions with photoswitching, Nakahata developed a remotely controlled actuator that expands and contracts under light, eliminating the need for direct contact. This innovation has profound implications for soft robotics, biomedical devices, and adaptive materials. His research elegantly bridges molecular recognition and macroscopic mechanical function, demonstrating how supramolecular chemistry can create life-like, responsive systems. With over 720 citations on this single work, Nakahata’s impact is substantial, inspiring further exploration into light-driven actuators and dynamic materials. His achievements highlight the power of combining fundamental host–guest chemistry with engineering principles, offering a compelling vision for next-generation smart materials that respond to external stimuli with precision and versatility.