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M. J. Esplandiu is a pioneering researcher at the forefront of intelligent soft matter, a field that merges materials science, physics, and cognitive science to create materials with life-like capabilities. Her work focuses on designing systems that exhibit perception, learning, memory, and adaptive behavior—pushing the boundaries of how we interact with and conceptualize materials. Her most cited paper, “Intelligent soft matter: towards embodied intelligence” (2025), has garnered 16 citations, reflecting its growing influence in this emerging domain. Esplandiu’s contributions are notable for bridging fundamental physics with applied materials design, offering a roadmap for materials that can sense and respond to their environment autonomously. Her research has the potential to revolutionize robotics, healthcare, and environmental monitoring by enabling materials that mimic biological intelligence. Esplandiu’s work stands out for its interdisciplinary vision, positioning her as a key figure in the shift toward embodied intelligence in soft matter.