Dr. Donglei Emma Fan, from UT's Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering and Texas Materials Institute, has had a dynamic summer, delivering keynote speeches and a plenary talk at two prestigious international conferences.
At the International Conference on Manipulation, Automation, Robotics at Small Scales (MARSS) in Delft, Netherlands, Dr. Fan presented a plenary talk titled "Multiscale Robotic Materials and Platforms for Biomedical and Environmental Applications." Her presentation highlighted groundbreaking innovations across various scales, from nanoscale manipulation tools for single-cell probing to chip-scale techniques enabling microbubble actuators for precise printing applications. Dr. Fan also discussed a novel bulk-water disinfection method using thin-graphite foams, demonstrating its potential for portable, energy-efficient water treatment.
Following MARSS, Dr. Fan was a keynote speaker at the Nanomotors International Conference in Barcelona, Spain. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, this conference gathered leading researchers in nanomotors to explore advancements and applications in biomedical sciences and the collective behavior of self-propelled nanomotors. The event featured invited talks, breakout sessions, and posters, focusing on innovations that could revolutionize biomedical technologies and address global challenges in healthcare and environmental sustainability.
Dr. Fan's contributions underscore her leadership in bridging robotics and nanotechnology, advancing research that promises transformative impacts across multiple disciplines and societal domains. Her presentations at these esteemed gatherings reflect UT's commitment to pioneering research and innovation on the global stage.
