Moustafa Ahmed

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

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Moustafa Ahmed is a pioneering researcher in the field of flexible and sustainable electronics, with a particular focus on low-cost, paper-based sensor technologies. His work bridges materials science and engineering to create innovative force-sensing devices that are both functional and environmentally friendly. Ahmed’s most-cited paper, "Arrayed Force Sensors Made of Paper, Elastomer, and Hydrogel Particles" (2017), introduces a novel sensor design that uses a three-by-three array of deformable buttons made from elastomer and hydrogel particles, resting on a patterned metallized paper substrate. This device detects the distribution of forces across a surface, offering a scalable, affordable alternative to traditional rigid sensors. With 9 citations, this work has laid the groundwork for future developments in wearable electronics, human-machine interfaces, and smart packaging. Ahmed’s contributions are notable for their emphasis on sustainability—using paper as a base material—and their potential to democratize sensor technology by reducing production costs. His research continues to inspire new approaches to integrating soft materials with electronic functionality, making him a key figure in the advancement of eco-friendly, flexible sensing systems.