Siew Ting Melissa Tan

National University of Singapore, University of California San Diego

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Total Citations

307

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About

Siew Ting Melissa Tan is a materials scientist and engineer whose research centers on stretchable electronics, self-healing materials, and wearable haptic technologies. Her most impactful contribution is the development of a transparent, self-healing, high-κ dielectric material for low-field-emission stretchable optoelectronics—a breakthrough that has garnered 289 citations and opened new possibilities for durable, flexible displays and sensors. Tan also pioneered a healable thermoplastic designed for kinesthetic feedback in wearable haptic devices, enabling more realistic and resilient touch-based interfaces for virtual and augmented reality applications. Her work addresses critical challenges in soft electronics, including mechanical robustness, optical clarity, and electrical performance under deformation. By integrating self-healing capabilities into functional materials, Tan has advanced the reliability and longevity of next-generation wearable technologies. Her research continues to influence fields from soft robotics to human-machine interaction, demonstrating how materials innovation can drive practical, user-centered device design.