Pengjuan Cao

Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo University

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Pengjuan Cao is a leading researcher in the field of flexible and stretchable electronics, with a primary focus on advanced strain sensors for human motion monitoring, soft robotics, and wireless control systems. Her most impactful work includes the development of self-powered stretchable strain sensors that enable real-time motion tracking and wireless device control, a paper that has garnered 66 citations for its innovative integration of energy harvesting and sensing. Cao also pioneered a stretchable capacitive strain sensor with an adjustable elastic modulus, capable of wide-range force detection—a critical advancement for obtaining mechanical feedback in diverse scenarios such as rehabilitation assistance and human health monitoring. Her contributions address the pressing need for sensors that combine high sensitivity, mechanical tunability, and robust performance across varying force ranges. With a growing citation record and a focus on practical, scalable solutions, Cao’s work is shaping the future of wearable technology and intelligent soft systems, making her a notable figure in the intersection of materials science and biomedical engineering.