Yiyang Wan

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Yiyang Wan is a leading researcher in bioinspired smart materials and switchable adhesion systems, with a focus on developing interfaces that can be dynamically controlled for advanced micromanipulation. Their major contributions include pioneering the use of N-doped graphene interfaces that achieve highly switchable adhesion triggered by small external electric signals—a breakthrough that enables robust, reversible micromanipulation of micro-objects. This work, published in 2019 and cited 10 times, demonstrates how nanotextured surfaces can harness environmental moisture to form water bridges, allowing precise control over adhesion strength. Wan’s broader research, as outlined in their highly cited 2021 review (14 citations), systematically categorizes bioinspired switchable adhesives into four mechanistic classes, drawing inspiration from climbing, perching, and preying strategies in nature. Their work bridges fundamental materials science and practical applications in robotics, microassembly, and biomedical devices. With a growing citation impact and a clear focus on translating biological principles into engineered solutions, Yiyang Wan is establishing themselves as a key contributor to the next generation of adaptive, stimuli-responsive surfaces.