Susumu Kitagawa
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Susumu Kitagawa is a pioneering figure in the field of coordination chemistry and materials science, best known for founding and advancing the concept of porous coordination polymers (PCPs), also widely known as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). His research has fundamentally reshaped how scientists design flexible, dynamic porous materials, moving beyond rigid structures to create "soft porous crystals" that respond to external stimuli. Among his most cited contributions is the development of peptide-MOF hybrid swimmers, which demonstrate how these frameworks can be engineered to direct motion toward specific chemical targets—a breakthrough with profound implications for micro-robotics, targeted drug delivery, and chemical sensing. With over 80,000 citations and an h-index exceeding 130, Kitagawa’s work is among the most influential in modern materials chemistry. He has received numerous accolades, including the Japan Prize and the Wolf Prize in Chemistry, and his research continues to inspire a new generation of scientists exploring adaptive, stimuli-responsive materials for real-world applications.
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