Learning from Nature: Bioinspired Wetting phenomenon and Material Engineering

Outline of Research

keywords: biomimetics; liquid marble; superhydrophobic coatings; glanular materials

We explore the hidden physics of surfaces—where materials meet, move, and interact—by uncovering the fundamental laws that govern interface behavior. One of our core focuses is the wetting dynamics of soft materials, a phenomenon that affects everything from how water rolls off a lotus leaf to how ink spreads on paper.

Wetting is everywhere—in nature, industry, and daily life. By deeply understanding how wetting works on soft, flexible surfaces, we're unlocking the secrets to designing advanced biomimetic materials, improving wet processing techniques, and creating next-generation functional interfaces.

Ultimately, our research aims higher: to apply these insights to tackle real-world challenges in energy and environmental sustainability. Through physics-driven innovation at the smallest scales, we're shaping solutions with a big impact.