Marc del Pozo

Papers

Total Citations

146

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About

Marc del Pozo is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of responsive materials and additive manufacturing, best known for advancing the field of 4D printing using liquid crystals. His work focuses on creating programmable, shape-changing materials that respond to external stimuli, with applications spanning soft robotics, biomedical devices, and adaptive sensors. Del Pozo’s most cited paper, “4D Printing of Liquid Crystals: What's Right for Me?” (2021, 146 citations), provides a critical roadmap for selecting suitable liquid crystal formulations and printing techniques, establishing foundational guidelines for the community. His contributions have significantly accelerated the development of functional, stimuli-responsive structures, enabling new paradigms in smart material design. With a growing citation impact, del Pozo is recognized for bridging materials science and engineering, offering both theoretical insights and practical fabrication strategies. His work not only clarifies the complexities of 4D printing but also inspires next-generation applications in health, energy, and robotics. For students and researchers, del Pozo’s research exemplifies how combining chemistry, physics, and manufacturing can unlock transformative technologies.