Secondary cataracts often develop after cataract surgery when residual lens cells grow on artificial lenses. This research designs light-responsive polymer materials containing azobenzene that alter surface properties to control cell behavior. These materials may prevent secondary cataracts by reducing cell adhesion or maintaining normal cell function, with broader applications in responsive biomedical materials.

This research investigates how the infant gut microbiota influences childhood asthma risk. By studying microbes from infant diapers, the project identifies protective and harmful bacteria, explores the effects of genetics and environmental exposures, and highlights opportunities for early intervention and probiotic-based prevention. Understanding gut–immune interactions may transform childhood asthma prevention.