Prof. Haocheng Quan | Materials |Best Researcher Award

Prof. Haocheng Quan, Nanjing University, China

Dr. Haocheng Quan , an Associate Professor at Nanjing University , is a leading researcher in bioinspired materials and advanced manufacturing technologies. With over a decade of academic and research experience, his work bridges biology and engineering, focusing on sustainable solutions and innovative biomedical applications . He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science from the University of California, San Diego , and advanced bioinspired designs during his postdoctoral research at INM – Leibniz Institute in Germany . Dr. Quan’s groundbreaking contributions to bioinspired structural materials and mechanics have been featured in prestigious journals like Nature Reviews Materials .

Professional Profile:

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Suitability Summary for Best Researcher Award: Dr. Haocheng Quan

Dr. Haocheng Quan is a standout candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his exceptional contributions to bioinspired materials and advanced manufacturing technologies. His work is a perfect blend of scientific innovation and practical application, addressing critical challenges in sustainability, biomedical engineering, and wearable technologies. With his advanced academic background and cutting-edge research, Dr. Quan has established himself as a global thought leader in bioinspired materials science.

Education and Experience 

Education:

• Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, UC San Diego (2019)
• M.S. in Materials Science and Engineering, UC San Diego (2015)
• B.E. in Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, China (2013)

Experience:

• Associate Professor, Nanjing University, China (Dec 2023 – Present)
• Postdoctoral Researcher, INM – Leibniz Institute, Germany (Feb 2020 – Jul 2023)

Professional Development 

Dr. Quan’s professional journey reflects his dedication to bioinspired innovation . At Nanjing University, he mentors students and leads pioneering research in bioinspired structural and functional materials . During his postdoctoral tenure at INM – Leibniz Institute, he focused on gecko-inspired adhesion technologies , kirigami-inspired microstructures , and bioinspired stinger designs . His work combines biomechanics and materials science to create sustainable solutions for biomedical applications and wearable technologies . With a collaborative spirit , he continues to expand the horizons of engineering inspired by nature’s remarkable strategies .

Research Focus 

Dr. Quan’s research explores the fascinating intersection of biology and engineering . He specializes in the mechanics of biological materials , bioinspired adhesion systems , and actuation technologies for sustainable applications . His innovative studies include gecko-inspired dry adhesives , bioinspired microneedles , and kirigami-based designs . Dr. Quan is particularly interested in wearable electronics for health monitoring , optical properties of biological materials , and active defense mechanisms in natural systems . His work demonstrates a commitment to developing multifunctional, sustainable solutions for medical, technological, and structural challenges .

Awards and Honors 

• Featured Researcher in Nature Reviews Materials and Advanced Functional Materials.
• Co-author of over 20 high-impact publications .
• First/Co-corresponding Author in multiple leading journals .
• Recognized Speaker at international conferences like TMS Annual Meeting .
• Awarded Postdoctoral Fellowship for groundbreaking work at INM – Leibniz Institute .

Publication Top Notes:

“The shape of Nature’s stingers revealed” by H. Quan, X. Liang, X. Zhang, R.M. McMeeking, and E. Arzt, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America (2024), cited by 5.