Papers
6
Total Citations
146
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6
About
Jinghua Jiang is a leading researcher in the design and fabrication of programmable soft materials, with a primary focus on liquid crystal elastomers (LCEs) and kirigami-inspired structures. Her work bridges materials science, physics, and soft robotics, pioneering methods to achieve precise, directional shape morphing through molecular orientation and topological patterning. Jiang’s major contributions include the development of light-driven LCE kirigami that can be programmed for complex, adaptive transformations, as demonstrated in her highly cited 2022 and 2023 papers (each with 48 citations). She has also advanced fabrication techniques, such as projection display for light-actuated LCEs, and explored wavelength-selective multimodal locomotion by complementing photothermal and photochemical actuation. Her recent work extends into aquatic environments with topological liquid crystal gel kirigami, addressing challenges like rapid heat dissipation for underwater soft robotics. With over 146 total citations, Jiang’s research is foundational for applications in artificial muscles, flexible electronics, and biomedical devices. Her 2025 review on programmable active materials further cements her role as a key voice in the field, offering a comprehensive roadmap for designing smart, responsive systems.
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- 3Light-Actuated Liquid Crystal Elastomer Prepared by Projection Display18 citations · 2021
- 4Liquid crystal based programmable active materials17 citations · 2025
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- 6Aquatic Topological Liquid Crystal Gel Kirigami7 citations · 2025