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 functional materials for energy/manufacturing applications and biomaterials/biomechanics for injury and wound healing mechanisms.

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 sustainable design and manufacturing of multifunctional composites and ceramics by interdisciplinary modeling and experimental efforts.