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Sangyun Na is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of soft electronics, bio-inspired sensors, and sustainable energy harvesting. His work centers on developing intelligent, stretchable, and biodegradable materials for next-generation wearable and robotic systems. Na’s major contributions include the creation of a soft, ion-conducting hydrogel artificial tongue capable of detecting astringency in beverages and fruits—a breakthrough for humanoid robots and taste monitoring devices (136 citations). He also advanced triboelectric nanogenerators by integrating ferroelectricity-coupled 2D-MXene materials, achieving high-performance stretchable energy harvesters (123 citations). Demonstrating a commitment to sustainability, Na developed a fully biodegradable ferroelectric skin sensor from edible porcine skin gelatine, addressing the global e-waste crisis while enabling ultrasensitive bimodal sensing (104 citations). His ultra-stretchable, tough, healable, and biodegradable triboelectric devices, featuring microstructured ionically crosslinked biogels, further exemplify his innovative approach to eco-friendly electronics (52 citations). With over 400 total citations, Na’s work is shaping the future of soft robotics, wearable health monitors, and green electronics, making him a leading voice in sustainable, bio-inspired technology.