Han‐Joon Kim

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Han-Joon Kim is a rising leader in the field of smart textiles and soft robotics, with a focus on creating next-generation, self-healing electronic fibres. His key research areas include electroluminescent fibres, wearable light sources, and self-healable materials for soft machines. Kim’s most notable contribution is the development of the first self-healing actuatable electroluminescent fibre, a breakthrough that addresses the critical problem of device deterioration from daily wear and tear. This work, published in 2024 and already garnering 30 citations, demonstrates fibres that can autonomously repair physical damage while maintaining their light-emitting and actuating capabilities. By integrating self-healing properties into alternating-current electroluminescent fibres, Kim has opened new possibilities for durable smart textiles and resilient soft robots. His research is particularly impactful for applications where reliability and longevity are paramount, such as wearable electronics and adaptive soft machines. With this pioneering work, Han-Joon Kim is establishing himself as a key innovator at the intersection of materials science, flexible electronics, and soft robotics, offering practical solutions for the next generation of intelligent, self-repairing devices.