Abdelsalam Ahmed

University of Toronto, Brigham and Women's Hospital

Papers

2

Total Citations

136

H-Index

2

About

Abdelsalam Ahmed is a rising leader in the fields of nanogenerators, self-powered systems, and soft robotics, with a focus on creating next-generation wearable and human-machine interface technologies. His pioneering work on triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) has yielded a washable, stretchable, and self-powered device that enables wireless communications and pressure sensing for soft robotics—a contribution cited over 95 times and recognized as a foundational step toward truly autonomous, flexible electronics. Ahmed further advanced the domain by developing a multifunctional smart electronic skin from two-dimensional-like polymer films, demonstrating how thin-film architectures can integrate sensing, energy harvesting, and tactile feedback. With over 136 combined citations on his most influential papers, his research bridges materials science, mechanical engineering, and bio-inspired design, offering practical pathways for soft robotics, prosthetics, and environmental monitoring. His work is distinguished by its emphasis on durability and real-world applicability, positioning him as a key innovator in the push toward sustainable, self-sufficient electronic skins and interfaces.

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2
H-Index
2
Papers
136
Total Citations
68
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
A washable, stretchable, and self-powered human-machine interfacing Triboelectric nanogenerator for wireless communications and soft robotics pressure sensor arrays
95 citations · 2017
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2017 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 14
🏛 Institutions: University of Toronto, Brigham and Women's Hospital

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