Zhuoyi Deng

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133

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Zhuoyi Deng is a leading researcher in the field of active matter and micro/nanomotors, with a particular focus on light-driven swarming and collective behavior. His most-cited work, "Swarming and collective migration of micromotors under near infrared light" (2018, 133 citations), pioneered the use of near-infrared light to control the coordinated motion of microscopic particles, enabling programmable swarming and migration. This breakthrough has significant implications for targeted drug delivery, environmental remediation, and the fundamental understanding of out-of-equilibrium systems. Deng's research elegantly bridges materials science, physics, and robotics, demonstrating how simple energy inputs can generate complex, life-like collective dynamics. His contributions have been widely recognized, with his work serving as a cornerstone for subsequent studies in active colloidal systems. By revealing how light can direct the movement of micromotor swarms, Deng has opened new avenues for designing intelligent, autonomous microsystems that can perform tasks in confined or complex environments. His findings continue to inspire researchers exploring the frontiers of nanoscale locomotion and emergent behavior.