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Jixing Zhou is pioneering the development of next-generation electronic skins and artificial sensory systems that bridge the gap between biological perception and machine intelligence. His research focuses on flexible electronics, neuromorphic sensors, and human-machine interfaces, with key contributions in tactile sensing and olfactory systems. Zhou’s 2024 work on dual-parameter sensor arrays using a-IGZO thin film transistors (8 citations) addresses a critical challenge in electronic skin: the simultaneous, high-density mapping of pressure and temperature, moving beyond single-point detection to enable more lifelike tactile feedback for soft robotics and prosthetics. In 2025, he introduced an artificial olfactory system based on synaptic transistors (3 citations) that not only detects hazardous gases but also incorporates memory function—a crucial feature absent in conventional gas sensors—allowing for the simulation of organ injury responses. His temperature-insensitive tactile electronic skin (1 citation) achieves wide-range linear pressure detection, enabling reliable shape and texture recognition in robotic applications. Zhou’s work is defining new standards for robust, multifunctional sensory systems that can operate reliably in real-world environments.