Assoc. Prof. Dr Yu-Hsiang Hsu | Smart Materials | Best Researcher Award
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yu-Hsiang Hsu is a leading researcher at National Taiwan University 
specializing in biomedical engineering, microfluidics, and wearable technology 
. He heads the Microphysiological System & Smart Wearables Lab, focusing on organ-on-chip systems 
and piezoelectric fiber sensors for non-invasive health monitoring 
. With a Ph.D. from UC Irvine and postdoctoral experience at Caltech, Dr. Hsu has published 30+ high-impact papers 
and holds 24 patents 
. His interdisciplinary innovations bridge medicine, engineering, and materials science—making him a global contributor to next-gen health technologies 
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Assoc. Prof. Dr Yu-Hsiang Hsu, National Taiwan University, Taiwan
Profile
Education
Dr. Yu-Hsiang Hsu holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering 
and a Master’s in the same field from the University of California, Irvine 
. He also earned dual degrees from National Taiwan University , with a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering 
and a Master’s in Applied Mechanics 
. His interdisciplinary academic journey bridges engineering, medicine, and microtechnology, laying a strong foundation for his innovations in organ-on-chip and wearable sensor systems. With global academic exposure and cross-disciplinary depth, Dr. Hsu exemplifies a scholar trained to solve real-world health and technology challenges through integrated education .
Experience
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yu-Hsiang Hsu has been with National Taiwan University (NTU) since 2013, initially as an Assistant Professor and later promoted to Associate Professor in 2019 . At NTU’s Institute of Applied Mechanics, he leads the Microphysiological System & Smart Wearables Lab, driving innovation in organ-on-chip platforms and flexible biosensors 
. His work merges biomedical engineering with real-world applications in health monitoring and drug testing. With over a decade of academic leadership, he has mentored students, collaborated globally, and secured 24 patents for his pioneering biomedical technologies 
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Smart Systems Research
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yu-Hsiang Hsu has made pioneering contributions to smart systems, particularly in piezoelectric-driven technologies for biomedical and precision applications. His research includes the development of 2D piezoelectric traveling-wave generators 
, miniature pumps for medical use 
, and ultrasonic micro-droplet generators 
. Innovations like the multi-integer frequency two-mode (MIF-TM) method and gated two-frequency motorization enhance control and performance in smart actuators and sensors . Published in top journals like Smart Materials and Structures and Sensors and Actuators, Dr. Hsu’s work bridges mechanical design, microfluidics, and biomedical engineering seamlessly for next-gen health tech .
Research Focus
Dr. Yu-Hsiang Hsu’s research bridges biomedical engineering, mechanics, and smart materials to advance wearable health technology and organ-on-chip systems . His work includes developing ultra-compliant piezoelectric fiber sensors for monitoring muscle activity, fatigue, and swallowing dynamics 
, as well as creating microfluidic tumor models and cardiac tissues-on-chip for drug screening and disease modeling 
. He explores how mechanical signals govern cell behavior and tissue function, leveraging precision engineering for non-invasive diagnostics and physiological simulation 
. His innovations are enabling smarter, more responsive tools for healthcare and biomedical research 
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Publications
An ultra-compliant P(VDF-TrFE) fiber-based muscle patch sensor for a new wearable application: Monitoring muscle activities and fatigue through the peripheral length of a muscle’s physiological cross-sectional area
Authors: Yu-Hsiang Hsu et al.
Journal: Sensors and Actuators A: Physical (2025)
A piezoelectric swallow patch sensor and its correlation to the physiological swallowing processes
Authors: Yu-Hsiang Hsu et al.
Journal: Smart Materials and Structures (2025)
Spatially controlled diffusion range of tumor-associated angiogenic factors to develop a tumor model using a microfluidic resistive circuit
Authors: Yu-Hsiang Hsu et al.
Journal: Lab on a Chip (2024)
Regional activation of a composite plate using selective actuation from multiple piezoelectric actuators
Authors: Yu-Hsiang Hsu et al.
Conference: Engineering Conference Presentation
Study on the coupling effect of a plate-type piezoelectric vibrator and a polymer-based rod array
Authors: Yu-Hsiang Hsu et al.
Conference: Engineering Conference Presentation
Design and Development of a Miniature Self-propelled Ultrasonic Piezoelectric Plate Motor
Authors: Yu-Hsiang Hsu et al.
Conference: Robotics/MEMS Conference
Precision Control of a Multi-Axis Robotic Arm Using Sliding Mode Control with PID Control Method
Authors: Yu-Hsiang Hsu et al.
Conference: Control Engineering Symposium
Control of a multi-direction piezoelectric linear motor using a gyroscopic feedback control
Authors: Yu-Hsiang Hsu et al.
Conference: Mechatronics/Control Conference
. She has qualified JRF (99.98 percentile), NET (twice), and WBSET (Rank 4), showcasing her academic brilliance 
. She actively presents at global conferences and co-authors interdisciplinary book chapters 
. With a growing academic footprint and innovation-driven mindset, she exemplifies a future leader in finance research and technology integration 
. She earned her B.Com (Hons) from Burdwan University with 68.99% and an M.Com from Kazi Nazrul Islam University with 78.81%, both in first class 
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Conference Presentations
. These include conferences hosted by IIIT Allahabad, IIT Guwahati, Manipur University, and Pacific University, and publications through IEEE Xplore and Springer 
Innovation and Patent
. She also co-authored a Utility Patent, Multi-Platform Social Media and Payment Integration Hub with Advanced Security Features and AI-Driven Fraud Detection (2025, Application No. 202411077943 A) 
. These patents highlight her applied research excellence and vision for secure, tech-integrated financial ecosystems 
. Her work explores how individuals perceive risk in cryptocurrency, adopt social media payment platforms, and respond to fintech innovations like e-gold and influencer-driven investments 
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