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Media interview: Prof. Zuankai WANG Award-winning breakthroughs contribute groundbreaking discoveries for the world

13 Oct 2023

Awards and Achievements

Professor Wang Zuankai, Associate Vice President (Research and Innovation) and Chair Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering of PolyU


Professor Wang Zuankai, Associate Vice President (Research and Innovation) and Chair Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering of PolyU, has made groundbreaking discoveries for the world. His research on inhibiting the Leidenfrost effect above 1,000°C for sustained thermal cooling tackles the longstanding challenges posed by the Leidenfrost effect since 1756.

He shared his remarkable discovery which has enabled the development of new materials that reduce the contact time between drops and surfaces, leading to revolutionary advancements in scientific knowledge and practical applications, in an interview with Hong Kong Commercial Daily.

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For more about Prof Wang's research:
Drawing inspiration from nature to advance established scientific knowledge
PolyU scholar’s transformative work on the Leidenfrost effect wins the Falling Walls Science Breakthroughs of the Year 2023


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