Hohyun Keum | Integration Award | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hohyun Keum | Integration Award | Best Researcher Award

Principal Researcher at Korea Institute of Industrial Technology, South Korea

Dr. Hohyun Keum is a researcher with a strong background in mechanical engineering, specializing in microassembly, nanotechnology, and microfabrication. He completed his Ph.D. at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, focusing on the microassembly of heterogeneous materials through transfer printing and thermal processing. Dr. Keum has extensive experience in both industry and academia, having worked as a Senior Research Engineer at the Korea Institute of Industrial Technology and LG Display, where he contributed to the development of MEMS sensors and stretchable displays. His research has been recognized for its impact, with his work on the fabrication of nanoplate resonating structures via micro-masonry being selected as one of the highlights of the Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering in 2014. Dr. Keum has also authored several publications in prestigious journals, covering topics such as gas sensors, laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy, and neural probes for Parkinson’s disease detection. In addition to his research contributions, Dr. Keum has a passion for teaching and mentoring. He has served as a Teaching Assistant for MEMS-NEMS Theory & Fabrication (ME 487) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he designed labs, lab reports, and coordinated lab sessions. He has also been involved in outreach programs aimed at inspiring high school students to pursue careers in science and technology. Overall, Dr. Hohyun Keum is a dedicated researcher and educator whose work has made significant contributions to the field of mechanical engineering, particularly in the areas of micro/nano technology and materials science.

Professional Profile

Education: 🎓

Dr. Hohyun Keum completed his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA, from August 2011 to August 2017. His doctoral research focused on the microassembly of heterogeneous materials through transfer printing and thermal processing. Prior to his Ph.D., Dr. Keum earned his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA, graduating in August 2004.

Work Experiences:👨‍🏫

Dr. Hohyun Keum has extensive experience in the field of mechanical engineering, particularly in the development of advanced technologies such as MEMS sensors and stretchable displays. He currently serves as a Senior Research Engineer at the Korea Institute of Industrial Technology in Cheonan, Korea, where he focuses on the design and development of MEMS sensors, as well as micro/nano surface modification and characterization since December 2019. Prior to this, he was a Senior Research Engineer at LG Display in Yeouido, Seoul, Korea, working on the development of stretchable displays as part of a national research project. Before moving to industry, Dr. Keum gained valuable research experience as a Research Assistant at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA. In Seok Kim’s Group, he worked on the development of transfer printing-based micro-assembly techniques, designing unusual 3D microstructures and MEMS devices, Quantum Dot (QD) patterning through detachment lithography, and designing through silicon via (TSV) for high-density and multi-purpose devices from July 2017 to December 2019. Prior to that, he worked in John Roger’s Group, where he focused on the development and characterization of flexible and stretchable electronic devices from May 2010 to July 2011. Dr. Keum’s research interests and expertise span across various aspects of mechanical engineering, particularly in the realm of advanced materials and micro/nano technologies.

Teaching Experience:📈

Dr. Hohyun Keum has a strong background in teaching, particularly in the field of MEMS-NEMS Theory & Fabrication (ME 487). He served as a Teaching Assistant (TA) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he was the Head TA for the course. In this role, he was responsible for designing labs and lab reports, as well as coordinating two lab sessions per week during the Spring 2014, Spring 2015, Spring 2016, and Fall 2016 semesters. In addition to his university teaching experience, Dr. Keum has also taught at Prep Master Private Academy, where he taught calculus and physics courses for college preparatory students over the summer in 2006. He has also been involved in outreach programs, such as the Mechse outreach program, where he engaged with high school students in the neighborhood to stimulate their interest in science and technology during the summers of 2014, 2015, and 2016. Furthermore, Dr. Keum has been actively involved in mentoring undergraduate students through the Illinois Scholar Undergraduate Research Program (ISUR), providing them with opportunities in the microfabrication research field. His teaching experience, coupled with his research expertise, makes him a valuable asset in both academic and industrial settings.

Research interests:

Dr. Hohyun Keum’s research on the fabrication of nanoplate resonating structures via micro-masonry was recognized as a significant contribution in the field. The work was selected as one of the 2014 Highlights of the Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, showcasing its impact and importance in the realm of microfabrication and nanotechnology.

 

Publications:📄

Kirigami-inspired gas sensors for strain-insensitive operation

Authors: Park, J., Lim, H., Yea, J., Keum, H., Kim, H.J.

Citations: Not available

Year: 2024

Effects of feature engineering on the robustness of laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy for industrial steel classification

Authors: Jeon, G., Keum, H., Lee, H., Oh, K., Choi, J.

Citations: Not available

Year: 2024

Highly Deformable Double-Sided Neural Probe with All-in-One Electrode System for Real-Time In Vivo Detection of Dopamine for Parkinson’s Disease

Authors: Jung, H.H., Ha, J., Park, J., Oh, Y.-S., Jang, K.-I.

Citations: Not available

Year: 2024

Heterogeneous Material Integration via Autogenous Transfer Printing Using a Graphene Oxide Release Layer

Authors: Jang, I.R., Yea, J., Park, K.J., Kim, H.J., Keum, H.

Citations: Not available

Year: 2024

Topology Optimization Design Parameter Enhanced by Univariate Dynamic Encoding Algorithm for Searches

Authors: Yoo, Y., Choi, J., Keum, H., Jeong, H., Kim, J.

Citations: Not available

Year: 2023

Instant, multiscale dry transfer printing by atomic diffusion control at heterogeneous interfaces

Authors: Heo, S., Ha, J., Son, S.J., Keum, H., Jang, K.-I.

Citations: 11

Year: 2021

High-Throughput Stamping of Hybrid Functional Surfaces

Authors: Hoque, M.J., Yan, X., Keum, H., Kim, S., Miljkovic, N.

Citations: 22

Year: 2020

Visualization of Droplet Nucleation on Patterned Hybrid Surfaces

Authors: Hoque, M.J., Keum, H., Kim, S., Miljkovic, N.

Citations: 4

Year: 2019

Micro-Lego of 3D SU-8 structures and its application to a re-entrant surface

Authors: Keum, H., Park, J.K., Kim, S.

Citations: 1

Year: 2018

Multi-frequency Atomic Force Microscopy based on enhanced internal resonance of an inner-paddled cantilever

Authors: Potekin, R., Dharmasena, S., Keum, H., Vakakis, A.F., Cho, H.

Citations: 34

Year: 2018