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Matteo Palma is a leading researcher in the development of flexible, stretchable, and sustainable soft sensors and actuators, with a focus on energy harvesting and bioinspired materials. His work bridges materials science and engineering to create devices for applications in soft robotics, health monitoring, and the Internet of Things. Palma’s major contributions include pioneering stretchable self-powered sensors using thermoelectric PEDOT:PSS/polyurethane blends, a highly cited work (220 citations) that addresses the critical need for reliable off-grid power sources. He has also advanced zero-waste emission design for programmable actuators, introducing sustainable methodologies that utilize biodegradable polymers and recyclable carbon nanopowders—achieving over 39 citations for its innovative approach to environmental sustainability. More recently, his reinforced MXene/sodium alginate composite films mimic nacre’s structure to create robust, multi-stimuli-responsive actuators driven by moisture and sunlight. Palma’s work is notable for its emphasis on eco-friendly synthesis and programmable functionality, positioning him as a key innovator in next-generation intelligent materials.