Shu Fen Tan

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Shu Fen Tan is a rising leader in the field of MXene-based soft actuators and functional nanomaterials. Her research focuses on engineering two-dimensional transition metal carbides and nitrides (MXenes) for low-voltage electrochemical actuation, addressing critical challenges in creating flexible, high-performance artificial muscles and soft robotics components. Tan’s most notable contribution is her pioneering work on functionalized MXene films, where she demonstrated a strategy to substantially improve low-voltage actuation performance—a breakthrough that overcomes the inherent limitation of in-plane intralayer strain in MXene sheets under polarization. Her 2023 paper on this topic has already garnered 36 citations, reflecting its immediate impact on the field. By combining insights from materials chemistry, electrochemistry, and mechanics, Tan has opened new pathways for designing next-generation actuators that operate efficiently at low voltages, a key requirement for portable and biomedical devices. Her work is widely recognized for its clarity and innovation, making her a sought-after collaborator and a promising voice in the future of smart materials.