Fang Qian

Papers

Total Citations

150

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About

Fang Qian is a leading researcher at the intersection of additive manufacturing and advanced porous materials, with a primary focus on the fabrication of three-dimensional aerogels and porous scaffolds. Her most influential work, the 2021 review "Additive Manufacturing of 3D Aerogels and Porous Scaffolds: A Review," has garnered over 150 citations, establishing it as a foundational resource in the field. In this comprehensive study, Qian systematically examines how additive manufacturing techniques overcome the limitations of conventional aerogel fabrication—namely, the inability to produce customized, complex geometries without collapsing the delicate solid network. By bridging the gap between materials science and 3D printing, her contributions have opened new pathways for designing lightweight, high-surface-area structures with applications in thermal insulation, energy storage, and biomedical scaffolds. Qian’s work is particularly notable for its emphasis on process-structure-property relationships, providing researchers with a roadmap to tailor aerogel architectures for specific functional demands. Her research continues to drive innovation in sustainable manufacturing and next-generation porous materials, making her a key figure for students and scientists exploring the frontiers of 3D-printed functional structures.