Jiao has developed analytical and computational models for complex materials which can deepen fundamental understanding of the nature of such materials.

Kang's current research interests include biomaterials/biomechanics for understanding of injury and wound healing mechanisms and characterization of functional materials for energy/manufacturing applications.

Li focuses on multi-scale nanocomposite printing with bioinspired design methodologies and programmable functional materials for potential applications in microfluidic devices, biomedical devices and flexible sensors.

Leixin Ma's career goal is a data-driven and physically consistent approach to modeling and designing programmable smart structures and robots, especially under complex fluid flow conditions.

Dong’s research interests focus on advancing clean-energy technologies through sustainable design and manufacturing of multifunctional composites and ceramics by interdisciplinary modeling and experimental efforts.