(4ku) Self-Assembly of Shape-Shifting Colloids

My primary research interests lie at the intersection of soft matter and soft robotics, focusing on developing novel concepts, designs, and applications. I am especially keen on the fundamental and practical aspects of developing novel biomimetic adaptive materials and structures based on colloidal building blocks that enable continuous engineering of the mechanics and dynamics of materials at different length scales. Furthermore, I am excited about extending and adapting these approaches to various possible granular biomaterials and biomedical applications. To achieve these goals, I frequently borrow theoretical and practical approaches from various topics, including colloidal science, soft matter, self-assembly, liquid crystals, interface science, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics.

Teaching Statements:

My teaching interests include a range of foundational topics related to physics, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. I am also interested in teaching advanced subjects such as colloidal sciences, self-assembly, liquid crystals, complex fluids, and interface science. I would like to design a graduate course on emerging areas, such as soft robotics and biomaterials based on colloidal building units, covering the intersection of soft matter, soft robotics, and biomaterials.