Papers

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Total Citations

313

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About

Seema Agarwal is a leading figure in the field of smart polymer materials, with her research primarily focused on shape memory polymers, polymer actuators, and flexible electronic membranes. Her most significant contribution is the development of a shape memory polymer nanocomposite aerogel powered by a stretchable graphene framework, which achieved a millisecond response time—a dramatic improvement over traditional shape memory alloys and a breakthrough for applications in actuators, sensors, and deployable devices (111 citations). She has also advanced the understanding of water- and temperature-triggered polymer actuators, creating innovative composite membranes with directionally embedded fibers for controlled dual actuation (55 citations). Her work on breathable, flexible polymer membranes with mechanoresponsive electric resistance (62 citations) has opened new possibilities for soft electronics, including sensors for robotics and body movement monitoring. With a citation count exceeding 300 across her top papers, Agarwal's research is shaping the future of intelligent systems and smart materials, as evidenced by her recent exploration of nano-AI synergy. Her achievements position her as a key innovator in the intersection of materials science and engineering.

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H-Index
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Papers
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Total Citations
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Millisecond Response of Shape Memory Polymer Nanocomposite Aerogel Powered by Stretchable Graphene Framework
111 citations · 2019
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2018 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 28
🏛 Institutions: University of Bayreuth, Bavarian Polymer Institute, Institute of Management Technology

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