Sofia Kuperman

Technion – Israel Institute of Technology

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Sofia Kuperman is pioneering the intersection of energy storage and soft robotics, with a focus on aqueous battery systems for underwater vehicles. Her most-cited work, "The multifunctional use of an aqueous battery for a high capacity jellyfish robot" (2024, 9 citations), introduces a paradigm shift in untethered underwater vehicle (UUV) design. Kuperman demonstrates that batteries composed primarily of liquid media can serve dual purposes—not only powering electronics and motors but also functioning as structural or buoyancy components. This innovation reduces the need for dedicated space for energy storage, enabling more compact and efficient robots. By reimagining the battery as a multifunctional element, her work addresses a critical bottleneck in UUV miniaturization and endurance. Though early in her career, Kuperman’s contributions are already shaping the future of bio-inspired robotics and energy systems, offering a path toward lighter, more agile autonomous underwater vehicles. Her research holds promise for applications in ocean exploration, environmental monitoring, and marine biology, where compact, high-capacity power sources are essential.