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Hongbo Zhao is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of California, San Diego. His research interests are not specified in the available information. Zhao's profile page provides contact details and institutional information but does not include additional details about his academic background or specific research areas.
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Hongbo Zhao is an Assistant Professor of Physics and Chemistry at UC San Diego, specializing in Biological physics, Soft and Active Matter, and Data-driven Discovery. His research focuses on understanding complex systems through interdisciplinary approaches, integrating experimental and computational methods. Zhao's work explores phenomena such as phase separation, electro-autocatalysis, and pattern formation, often using machine learning and Bayesian optimization to model and predict material behavior. His studies span from battery electrode design to chromatin organization, emphasizing the interplay between physical forces and dynamic processes. Zhao's research bridges theoretical modeling, data analysis, and experimental validation to advance our understanding of soft and active materials.