Dr Lan Named Distinguished Associate Professor
Dr Lan was recognised as a Distinguished Associate Professor (優聘教師) by National Chung Hsing University at its Teachers’ Day Reception, recognising his contributions to teaching and research.
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New Study on Cross-disciplinary Diagnostics Published in Veterinary Quarterly
Dr Lan’s latest study collaborated with a veterinary science team to develop a machine learning method for rapid disease detection in companion animals. The research used serum biomarkers to support faster and minimally invasive screening.
For more information please refer to https://doi.org/10.1080/01652176.2026.2617470.
Dr Lan Receives Meritorious Research Award at TCUS Innovation Competition
Dr Lan received a Meritorious Research Award in the Young Scholars Innovation Competition organised by the Taiwan Comprehensive University System (臺灣綜合大學系統). His research combined biomimetic propulsion concepts with AI techniques to improve energy efficiency across aerial and aquatic environments, demonstrating the potential of nature-inspired multifunctional propulsion systems.
New Study on Odour Boundaries Published in Physica D
Dr Lan’s latest study, Flow-induced variations in odour boundary formation, examines how odours spread in moving air through flow simulations. The research found that stronger airflow speeds narrow and stabilise odour boundaries, offering insights for biological tracking studies and the development of odour-sensing robots in complex environments.
For more information please refer to https://doi.org/10.1016/j.physd.2025.134827.
Innovative Approach to Flapping Flight Analysis Published in Physica D
Dr Lan and Dr Lai’s latest study, published in Physica D: Nonlinear Phenomena, introduces a hybrid decision tree approach that reduces flapping flight analysis time by up to 75% while maintaining high accuracy. The method supports faster aerodynamic research and more efficient micro air vehicle development.
For more information please refer to https://doi.org/10.1016/j.physd.2025.134618.
Innovative Insights Featured on AIP Publishing Showcase
Dr Lan and his research team were recognised by the American Institute of Physics (AIP), with their latest study featured on the Kudos Showcase platform. The research found that stingray-inspired asymmetric flapping motions can improve thrust while reducing energy consumption, supporting the development of more efficient underwater vehicles and robots.
Published in Physics of Fluids: Biomimetic Propulsion Study
Dr Lan, Dr Lai and their team published a study in Physics of Fluids showing that stingray-inspired asymmetric flapping can improve underwater propulsion efficiency. Using optimisation techniques and flow simulations, the research identified motion patterns that enhance vortex dynamics and support the design of biomimetic aquatic robots.
For more information please refer to https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0253805.
Breakthrough in Manta-like Swimming Efficiency
Dr Lai’s team and Dr Lan published a study in Physics of Fluids examining how manta-inspired asymmetric swimming motions can improve underwater vehicle efficiency. The research identified motion parameters that enhance thrust and propulsion performance, supporting advances in biomimetic underwater technology.
For more information please refer to https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0229833.
Research Paper Published in 'Ocean Engineering': A Leap Forward
Dr Lai’s team and Dr Lan published a study in Ocean Engineering examining how Strouhal number influences propulsion efficiency in fully active oscillating foils. The research provides insights into frequency, amplitude and velocity relationships, supporting advances in marine propulsion and flapping flight technologies.
For more information please refer to https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2024.116686.
New Journal Paper on Drones
Dr Lan and his team published a study in Drones introducing a neural network approach for estimating transient aerodynamic properties in flapping wing systems. The research supports faster and more efficient analysis of flapping flight dynamics.
For more information please refer to https://doi.org/10.3390/drones6080210.
Research Reported by AIP
The research conducted in the paper ‘Optimal thrust efficiency for a tandem wing in forward flight using varied hindwing kinematics of a damselfly’ was reported by AIP Scilight, congratulations.
For more information please refer to https://aip.scitation.org/doi/full/10.1063/10.0012500.
Paper Accepted by Physics of Fluids
The paper ‘Optimal thrust efficiency for a tandem wing in forward flight using varied hindwing kinematics of a damselfly’ was accepted by the journal Physics of Fluids, congratulations.
For more information please refer to https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0093208.