Dr. Seunghyun Kim

Associate Professor

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Biography

Seunghyun Kim is an Associate Professor in Engineering at Brown University with over 25 years of experience in research focused on ferroelectric and piezoelectric materials as well as their applications in electronic devices. His prior role was as Senior Executive Vice President at INOSTEK Inc., where he led the Research Development Center for 13 years. He has published more than 130 refereed journal papers and has given approximately 200 presentations, 35 of which were invited. His research interests encompass the development of piezoelectric thin films, micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), and energy harvesting devices. Kim's current projects include the development of non-toxic piezoelectric materials to replace lead-based systems, the design of flexible electronic devices, and investigations into high-k capacitors. His commitment to advancing materials science reflects a comprehensive understanding of the physical properties of materials and their applications in modern technologies. Throughout his career, he has contributed his expertise to numerous international conferences and served on various organizing committees.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Brown University • Providence, RI, USA

Conducting research and teaching in the field of engineering with a focus on advanced materials and devices.

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics