Karina Jeronimo

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Karina Jeronimo is a leading researcher at the intersection of soft robotics and wearable technology, with a particular focus on developing novel sensing systems that bridge the gap between rigid electronics and compliant biological tissues. Her most-cited work, "Integrating soft sensor systems using conductive thread" (2018, 11 citations), exemplifies her major contribution to the field: the design and fabrication of soft, textile-based sensors that can be seamlessly integrated into wearable platforms. By leveraging conductive thread and mechanically soft materials with MPa-scale moduli, Jeronimo has pioneered methods to overcome the bulk-mechanical mismatches that traditionally hinder the interface between hard electronic components and soft biological systems. Her research is foundational to a growing community advancing "soft machines"—systems that can safely interact with the human body for applications in health monitoring, assistive devices, and human-machine interaction. Through her innovative work, Jeronimo is helping to redefine how we embed sensing capabilities into everyday textiles, making technology more comfortable, adaptable, and biologically compatible.