Could tiny particles collaborate like a swarm of bacteria? New research shows they can, unlocking potential for smart materials and micro-robots in fields like environmental monitoring and healthcare. How might this tech reshape our world? #ActiveMaterials #MicroRobotics LINK

The exhibition featured prototypes and interactive installations at the crossroads of science, engineering, and design. 2/2

#EuroEAP2025 #electroactivepolymers #artificialmuscles #textileinnovation #activematerials

New Publication 🚨 : Saptorshi Ghosh shows how to use optimal control theory to control structure, dynamics and function of active materials using light signals. Check it out :https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0244046 [http://doi.org] @BrandeisMRSEC #SoftMatter #ActiveMaterials

Our team excursion to the #GRC for #adaptive and #activematerials has been an absolute blast. Great science. Truly well organized by the chairs and some time to relax and enjoy.