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Jett Messenger is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of soft robotics, bio-inspired design, and electronic implants. Their work focuses on developing next-generation robotic systems that seamlessly integrate sensing and actuation, drawing direct inspiration from vertebrate biology. Messenger’s major contribution is a design strategy for soft robots that combine an electronic skin (e-skin) with artificial muscles, enabling multifunctional sensing and on-demand actuation—a breakthrough for implantable medical devices. Their most cited paper, "Skin-inspired, sensory robots for electronic implants" (2024), has garnered 146 citations, reflecting its immediate impact on the field. This work demonstrates how cohesive integration of skeletal muscle and sensory skin principles can create robots that are not only flexible and adaptive but also capable of interacting safely with biological tissues. Messenger’s research holds promise for applications in prosthetics, surgical tools, and chronic disease monitoring, positioning them as a rising leader in soft robotics and bioelectronic medicine.