Dr. Sara Abad Guaman

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sara Adela Abad Guaman is a Lecturer in Robotics within the Department of Mechanical Engineering at University College London. She commenced her position in 2022 and has been instrumental in advancing research in bioinspired adaptable robotics. Her research vision focuses on utilizing bioinspiration and morphological computation to enhance the adaptability of robots in various environments, addressing significant global challenges in health, land, water, and climate action. Throughout her academic career, she has (co-)authored numerous papers published in high-impact journals including Nature Communications, Nature Ecology & Evolution, and IEEE Transactions on Robotics. Abad Guaman has also contributed to flagship conferences, showcasing her findings in peer-reviewed conference papers. Additionally, she has received accolades such as the Policy Engagement Impact fellowship in 2021 and has taken on impactful roles, including becoming a fellow at the UCL Institute of Healthcare Engineering. She has organized workshops and tutorials at international robotics conferences, further solidifying her commitment to the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

— Present

University College London • London, UK

Conducted postdoctoral research in Soft Robotics and Haptics.