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Hyunbum Kang is a leading researcher in the field of intrinsically stretchable electronics, with a focus on two-dimensional (2D) materials and their integration into next-generation wearable and soft robotic systems. His work is centered on overcoming the fundamental trade-off between mechanical flexibility and electronic performance, a critical challenge for the advancement of electronic skin and human-machine interfaces. Kang’s major contributions include the development of high-performance, intrinsically stretchable thin-film transistors using 2D MoS₂, a breakthrough that demonstrates the viability of atomically thin semiconductors for robust, deformable circuits. He has also pioneered crack-based strain sensors with serpentine architectures, achieving both high sensitivity and a wide sensing range for real-time motion monitoring. While his most-cited papers currently hold 2 citations each, reflecting their recent publication in 2025-2026, their innovative approaches to solving key material and structural challenges position them as foundational works in the field. Kang’s research is notable for its dual emphasis on fundamental material science and practical device engineering, promising to enable truly conformable and durable electronic systems.