Guangtao Cao

Changsha University of Science and Technology

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Guangtao Cao is a leading researcher at the frontier of optical micro/nanomanipulation, a field that uses light to precisely control tiny particles. His work centers on the physics of structured light fields and their interaction with specially designed particles to generate novel forces. In his highly cited 2022 review, "Recent Progress on Optical Micro/Nanomanipulations: Structured Forces, Structured Particles, and Synergetic Applications," Cao systematically mapped the evolution of the field, from fundamental optical forces to advanced applications in biology, micro/nanorobotics, and physical sciences. This seminal paper, with over 60 citations, has become a key reference for researchers seeking to understand how complex light fields and advanced nanofabrication are converging to create new manipulation capabilities. Cao’s major contribution lies in synthesizing these disparate advances—structured forces, structured particles, and their synergistic applications—into a coherent framework, highlighting how the growing accessibility of complex light fields is driving a new wave of innovation. His work is essential reading for anyone interested in the next generation of optical tweezers and their transformative potential across science and engineering.