Dr. Jiwoong Park

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Biography

Jiwoong Park is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Chicago. His research primarily focuses on Materials Chemistry and Physical Chemistry, particularly in the area of engineered nanomaterials. His work involves the development of atomically-thin integrated circuitry and advanced methodologies for the growth and characterization of two-dimensional layered materials, such as graphene and transition metal dichalcogenides. Throughout his academic career, Park has made significant contributions to the fabrication and understanding of low-dimensional (1D & 2D) nanostructures, exploring their electrical, optical, thermal, and mechanical properties. His research aims to innovate efficient solar cells and novel spintronic devices. Notable achievements include the development of methods for synthesizing high mobility semiconductor films and reporting on various groundbreaking techniques for creating lateral and vertical heterojunctions in 2D materials. Park's credentials include a B.S. from Seoul National University and a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2012-01-01 — 2016-01-01

Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

Taught courses and conducted research in the field of materials science.

Associate Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Conducts advanced research and teaches in the Department of Chemistry.

Awards

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Scientist of the Year

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APS Fellow

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Dreyfus Foundation Postdoctoral Program Award

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Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellow

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Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers

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National Science Foundation CAREER Award

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Rowland Junior Fellow

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