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Heeju Terry Park is a Vincent V.C. Woo Professor in the Department of Human Centered Design at Cornell University. He obtained his Ph.D. in Apparel Design from Oklahoma State University and specializes in functional apparel and smart clothing. Dr. Park has participated in numerous funded multidisciplinary research projects aimed at improving mobility and thermal comfort in personal protective clothing systems, including ballistic body armor and firefighters’ gear. With extensive experience as an athletic apparel and footwear manager at PUMA Korea, he has gained comprehensive knowledge about ergonomic design technologies that enhance mobility, comfort, and athletic performance. Dr. Park has published 48 peer-reviewed journal articles and authored a textbook on activewear. He has successfully secured approximately $1.96 million in research funding and holds six patents related to wearable technology. His teaching philosophy encourages students to integrate technical skills and creativity with the latest industry trends, preparing them for future careers in the apparel industry.
Cornell University • Ithaca, NY
Leading research and teaching in Human Centered Design with a focus on functional apparel and smart clothing.
Department of Architecture