Johannes von Szczepanski
ETH Zurich, Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology
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About
Johannes von Szczepanski is an emerging materials scientist whose research sits at the intersection of soft robotics, wearable electronics, and smart materials. His work focuses primarily on the design and synthesis of high-dielectric-permittivity elastomers — stretchable polymer systems that convert electrical energy into mechanical motion and vice versa. Von Szczepanski has made notable contributions to the development of dielectric elastomer actuators (DEAs), engineering silicone-based materials that operate at lower voltages while maintaining mechanical performance suitable for artificial muscles and soft robotic systems. A particularly impactful strand of his research concerns self-healing materials: his 2022 paper on self-healable, recyclable artificial muscles has garnered 42 citations, reflecting strong community interest in elastomers capable of recovering from both mechanical damage and electrical breakdown. His work on transient elastomers and printable supercapacitive strain sensors further demonstrates a commitment to solving real-world fabrication challenges, including solvent-free processing and scalable printing techniques. With publications spanning actuators, sensors, electroluminescent devices, and energy harvesters, von Szczepanski is building a cohesive research identity centered on multifunctional, sustainable soft materials with broad applications in personalized medicine and next-generation robotics.
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