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Sangjun Kim is a leading researcher in the field of soft electronics, with a primary focus on stretchable pressure sensors and electronic skins (e-skins) for robotics and bio-integrated devices. His major contributions center on overcoming the critical bottleneck of capacitive pressure sensors (CPS)—the drastic decay in sensitivity under increasing pressure. Kim pioneered the development of “stretchable hybrid response pressure sensors” based on porous nanocomposites, which combine resistive and capacitive sensing mechanisms to maintain high sensitivity across a broad pressure range. His work on the electromechanics of these sensors, including the effects of AC frequency on capacitance measurement, has provided foundational insights for the field. With his most-cited paper (2024) already accumulating 51 citations, Kim’s research is rapidly gaining recognition. He has also advanced the understanding of soft resistive and capacitive tactile sensors, addressing challenges like diminished sensitivity and lateral interference. Kim’s innovative approach to hybrid sensing architectures is shaping the next generation of deformable touch panels and soft robotic systems, making him a rising authority in stretchable electronics.