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Thuc-Quyen Nguyen is a leading figure in the development of next-generation organic electronics and soft robotic systems. Her research bridges materials science and device engineering, with key contributions in organic photovoltaics (OPVs), bioelectronics, and soft electromagnetic actuators. Nguyen’s work on ultraflexible, 3-µm-thick OPVs achieved a remarkable efficiency of over 13% while significantly enhancing environmental stability through doping-induced stable interfaces—a breakthrough for practical, wearable energy harvesting. In bioelectronics, her highly cited 2021 paper on electrolyte-gated transistors (407 citations) has advanced the performance of devices for neural interfacing and biosensing. She has also pioneered miniature soft electromagnetic actuators for robotics, using novel composites of silicone, gallium-indium alloy, and magnetic powder to create flexible, high-speed motion systems. With over 200 citations for her actuator work and a growing portfolio of high-impact studies, Nguyen’s research is shaping the future of soft, stretchable, and biocompatible electronic systems. Her achievements have earned her recognition as a transformative innovator in materials for energy, healthcare, and robotics.