Agnes Bajjaly

Azrieli College of Engineering Jerusalem

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Agnes Bajjaly is a rising researcher in the field of tribology and surface engineering, with a focus on biomimetic microtextured surfaces. Her work centers on understanding how engineered surface topographies—particularly micro-hexagonal textures inspired by nature—interact with soft materials under both dry and wet conditions. Her most cited study, "Frictional Properties of Biomimetic Micro-Hexagonal-Textured Surfaces Interacting with Soft Counterfaces under Dry and Wet Conditions" (2024, 5 citations), addresses a critical gap in the literature: while such textures are promising for applications in micro-robotics and biomedical devices, their friction behavior against soft counterfaces had been insufficiently characterized. By systematically investigating these interactions, Bajjaly provides foundational insights that could enhance the design of grippers, prosthetics, and surgical tools. Though early in her career, her work demonstrates a keen ability to bridge fundamental tribological principles with real-world engineering challenges. Her contributions are particularly relevant to researchers developing high-friction, adhesive surfaces for delicate or wet environments. With a growing citation record and a clear trajectory toward impactful, application-driven science, Bajjaly is a name to watch in the evolving landscape of biomimetic surface design.