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Shipeng Zhang is a leading innovator in the field of flexible and stretchable electronics, with a primary focus on wearable sensors, electronic skins, and human–machine interfaces. His major contributions center on developing high-performance, multifunctional sensing platforms that mimic the human sense of touch. Zhang’s most cited work, a 2023 study on a stretchable, all-directional strain-insensitive electronic glove, has garnered 114 citations for its breakthrough in enabling robotic skins with robust tactile sensing. He has also advanced the field with fast-gelling MXene hydrogels for wearable sensors (40 citations) and an ultra-sensitive, quick-responsive hybrid-supercapacitive iontronic pressure sensor (31 citations), which leverages electrical double-layer capacitance for exceptional sensitivity and rapid response. These innovations are pivotal for intuitive electronics and artificial tactile applications. Zhang’s research demonstrates remarkable impact, with his top papers collectively cited over 185 times, underscoring his role in pushing the boundaries of soft robotics and next-generation human–machine interfaces. His work is essential reading for students and researchers exploring the intersection of materials science, engineering, and interactive technology.