Paola Brunetto
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Paola Brunetto is a leading researcher in the field of electroactive polymers, with a particular focus on ionic polymer–metal composites (IPMCs) and their multifunctional capabilities. Her most cited work, "Self‐sensing ionic polymer–metal composite actuating device with patterned surface electrodes" (2009, 57 citations), represents a significant contribution to smart materials engineering. In this study, Brunetto pioneered the development of IPMC devices that can simultaneously act as both actuators and sensors through innovative patterned surface electrode designs. This dual-functionality breakthrough is particularly valuable for applications in biomechanics and soft robotics, where materials must both respond to and detect environmental stimuli. Her research has helped bridge the gap between fundamental polymer science and practical device implementation, demonstrating how electroactive polymers can change shape under electrical stimulation while generating electrical signals when mechanically deformed. Brunetto's work continues to influence the development of adaptive structures and biomimetic systems, making her a notable figure in the advancement of self-sensing actuating technologies.
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