Invited Speakers

Invited Speakers
Advances in Self-Powered Sensing: Triboelectric
Nanosensors for Selective and Versatile Detection

Prof. Zong-Hong Lin
National Taiwan University, Taiwan
E-mail : zhlin@ntu.edu.tw

The development of self-powered sensing devices has gained significant momentum in recent years, driven by the need for sustainable and autonomous sensing technologies. Triboelectrification, the phenomenon where contact between two materials induces charge transfer and generates oppositely charged surfaces, forms the basis of these devices. When integrated with electrostatic induction, this mechanism enables the fabrication of functional devices broadly classified as triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) for energy harvesting and triboelectric nanosensors (TENSs) for self-powered sensing. In our previous work, we demonstrated that surface-functionalized TENSs can selectively detect specific targets, such as ions, biomolecules, and microorganisms, by generating distinct electrical signals upon target interaction. These changes in signal output allow both qualitative and quantitative analyses. More recently, we have advanced this concept through the development of solid-liquid interface TENSs, enabling improved detection performance and expanding the range of detectable targets. These innovations not only address key limitations of solid-solid TENSs but also establish foundational sensing mechanisms and operation principles. Our ongoing efforts aim to further broaden the application potential of solid-liquid TENSs in environmental monitoring, healthcare diagnostics, and smart sensing platforms.

Biography
Dr. Zong-Hong Lin received his PhD from National Taiwan University (NTU) in 2009 and conducted his postdoctoral research at NTU and Georgia Tech from 2010 to 2014. He joined National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) as an Assistant Professor in 2014, and was promoted to Associate Professor in 2017 and Full Professor in 2021. In 2023, he moved to NTU. He has published over 190 SCI papers (citations >19,500; h-index 70). His research achievements have been recognized by several awards, including the Wu Ho-Su Medical Award of Taiwan Bio-Development Foundation (2025), Young Scholar Innovation Award of Foundation of the Advancement of Outstanding Scholarship (2025), Outstanding Research Scholar of Lee Chao-Jen Foundation (2024), CHEN-YUNG Chair Professor (2023) of NTU, Top 1% Outstanding Scholarly Publication Award of NTU (2025), Academic Excellence Award-College of Engineering of NTU (2023), Fellow of Royal Society of Chemistry (2022), Outstanding Research Award of Taiwan National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) (2023), Future Tech Award of Taiwan NSTC (2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024), Ta-You Wu Memorial Award of Taiwan NSTC (2021), Young Scholar Fellowship of Taiwan NSTC (2020), IEEE-NANOMED New Innovator Award (2019) and Young Investigator Award of NTHU (2018).

Nanoparticle Arrays Fabrication for Raman Enhancing and
Electrochemical Sensors in Bio and Environmental Detection

Prof. Ting-Yu Liu
Ming Chi University of Technology, Taiwan
E-mail : tyliu0322@gmail.com

We demonstrate a facile and cost-effective method for fabricating a laser-scribed graphene (LSG)-based platform that serves as both an electrochemical (EC) and surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) substrate for biological and environmental detection. The LSG substrate was prepared via direct laser scribing, followed by the deposition of gold nanoparticles (Au NPs) through thermal evaporation or electrochemical deposition. The three-dimensional porous microstructure of the LSG enhances the SERS signal of the Au@LSG substrate, while fine-tuning the Au NP thickness (5–25 nm) further optimizes the EC-SERS enhancement. The developed sensor exhibits excellent performance in detecting uremic toxins. Among the tested configurations, the substrate coated with 20 nm Au NPs provides the highest SERS enhancement and successfully detects both dye molecules (rhodamine 6G, R6G) and uremic toxins (urea, uric acid, and creatinine). The EC-SERS intensity of R6G is enhanced by 17-fold at an applied potential of –1.3 V compared to SERS without an electric field, while urea shows a fourfold increase at –0.2 V. Furthermore, the sensor achieves remarkably low detection limits (10⁻³ M for creatinine and uric acid, and 10⁻⁴ M for urea) and displays distinct, concentration-dependent responses in cyclic voltammetry (CV) measurements. By applying different voltages, specific molecules can be selectively enhanced, demonstrating the platform’s capability for the target detection of biomolecules, bacteria, and viruses. This strategy effectively addresses challenges associated with complex sample pretreatment and highlights the potential of Au@LSG-based EC-SERS substrates for versatile sensing applications.

Biography
Dr. Ting-Yu Liu received his PhD degree at Department of Materials Science and Engineering, National Chiao Tung University, Taiwan in 2008. He visited the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Pennsylvania, USA for 1-year research. After that, he was the post-doc fellow at Institute of Atomic and Molecular Sciences, Academia Sinica, Taiwan from 2009 to 2011, and project assistant professor in Institute of Polymer Science and Engineering, National Taiwan University from 2011 to 2013. He is currently a distinguished professor at Department of Materials Engineering, Ming Chi University of Technology, and College of Engineering, Chang Gung University, Taiwan. His research covers nanomaterials, biomaterials, polymer composites, optoelectronic (surface-enhanced Raman scattering, SERS) detection and electrochemical sensing. He has published more than 160 SCI-indexed journal articles and has gotten h-index of 40 according to the citation report from Google Scholar. Furthermore, he is Top 2% Scientists at Worldwide 2022 by Stanford University.

Mass-production method of moth-eye structured film and fabrication
of micro-nano hybrid structure using moth-eye structure

Prof. Jun Taniguchi
Department of Applied Electronics
Tokyo University of Science, Japan
E-mail : junt@te.noda.tus.ac.jp

Moth-eye structure is one of biomimetic structure which has anti-reflection property. To fabricate this structure, we have developed the method of oxygen ion beam irradiation to glassy carbon (GC) material. GC is carbon-based material and after irradiation of oxygen ion beam, this surface gets rough and this structure has nano-scale conical structure, thus, moth-eye structure can be obtained self-assembly. Using this technique, scale-up technique has been developed. First, roll mold was fabricated by sputter deposition of GC to roll surface, then oxygen ion beam was irradiated by reactive ion etching equipment. Fabricated moth-eye roll mold was set on roll-to-roll Ultraviolet nanoimprint lithography (RTR UV-NIL) machine and transferred to film surface. Transferred moth-eye structured film had also low reflection (ca. 0.1% for visible light wavelength) and high transparency (ca. 94%). This film has continuously transferred with 1.5 m film width, so mass-production of moth-eye structure film is possible. Developed moth-eye structured films can use for show window, show case, digital signage and so on. In order to further improve functionality by utilizing the moth-eye structure, a micro-nano hybrid structure was fabricated. This method involves applying a hydrophilic photoresist to the moth-eye surface to form a micropattern, then filling the moth-eye surface with a water-repellent UV-curable resin, irradiating it with UV light, and then releasing the micropattern to create a hydrophilic region on a micron scale within the water-repellent moth-eye. As a result, an adhesive, water-repellent surface known as the rose petal effect was created, and water droplets could also be aligned on the hydrophilic region, making it possible to use the surface for water droplet alignment.

Biography
Dr. Jun Taniguchi is a professor in the Department of Applied Electronics at Tokyo University of Science (Tokyo, Japan). He received the BE, ME and PhD degrees from Tokyo University of Science, in 1994, 1996 and 1999, respectively. From 1999 to 2025, he was with Department of Applied Electronics, Tokyo University of Science.

Semiconductor Nanomembranes for Organ-on-Chips, Wearables, and Implantable Applications

Prof. Hoang-Phuong Phan
University of New South Wales, Australia
E-mail : hp.phan@unsw.edu.au

Abstract
Inorganic semiconductors are the key building block for most industrial integrated circuits, from computing processors to laser modules and power converters. Engineering these materials into free-standing nanomembrane architecture enables flexibility and stretchability, opening new avenues for biosensing and biomedical applications that demand mechanical compliance with soft tissues.
This talk highlights our recent efforts to engineer nanomembrane semiconductors, including silicon and silicon carbide, for three classes of biomedical systems: organ-on-chip (for disease modeling and drug screening), wearable (for on-skin monitoring/diagnosis), and implantable devices (for invasive interventions), Figure 1. In the first example, we harness the multiphysics coupling of liquid surface tension and gas compression in nanoscale silicon cantilevers to create biomechanical well plate (BWP) arrays for autonomous, longitudinal monitoring of organoid and engineered heart tissue contractions. In the second, we integrate silicon cantilever chips with wireless, flexible circuitry to realize a miniaturized auscultation patch (AusculPatch) – recently patented technology for home-based health monitoring. This platform captures vital body sounds including respiration, pulse waves, heart sounds, and vocal cord vibrations, supporting the diagnosis of conditions such as valvular disease and sleep apnea. In the third, we advance transfer printing techniques for wide bandgap semiconductor membranes (e.g., SiC), enabling long-term implantable electronics such as robust biobarriers, stimulation electrodes, and strain sensors.
Together, these technologies establish a toolkit of semiconductor-based platforms that accelerate the transition away from animal models, enable telehealth solutions, and support chronic disease management.

Biography
Hoang-Phuong Phan received his B.E. and M.E. degrees from The University of Tokyo, Japan (2011, 2013), and his Ph.D. from Griffith University, Australia (2016). He is an Associate Professor and Head of the Intelligent Microsystem Laboratory in the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at UNSW Sydney. His research focuses on MEMS/NEMS, integrated sensors, flexible electronics, and three-dimensional micro-architectures. Prof. Phan has held visiting scholar appointments at AIST (Japan), Stanford University (USA), and Northwestern University (USA). He has authored over 140 journal papers in leading journals including Nature Communications, Science Advances, PNAS, Science Robotics, ACS Nano, Advanced Functional Materials, Angewandte Chemie, and Nano Energy, along with 3 patents and 5 book chapters. Phan has received several awards such as Springer Outstanding Thesis Award, the ARC DECRA Fellowship, Griffith Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Research Award, UNSW GROW Award, and the ARC Future Fellowship.

MEMS Gas Sensors with Wafer Level Fabrication and Testing Techniques

Prof. Fei Wang
Southern University of Science and Technology, China
E-mail : wangf@sustech.edu.cn

Recently, MEMS gas sensors have attracted more and more attention thanks to their compact size, high sensitivity and compatible fabrication process. Great efforts have been made to develop chemiresistive gas sensors based on metal-oxide semiconductor nanomaterials, for the potential applications such as gas emission monitoring for industrial plants, indoor and outdoor pollution detection, and breath analysis. Though many new materials and devices have been developed, there are still a few technical challenges for the MEMS gas sensors such as the process compatibility and the wafer-level testing for the device. This talk will report our recent works on (1) the new compatible fabrication technique for the sensing materials, and (2) the intelligent and fast test strategy for device sorting at wafer level.

Biography
Fei Wang received his B.Eng. from the University of Science and Technology of China in 2003, and his Ph.D. degree in microelectronics from the Shanghai Institute of Microsystem and Information Technology, Chinese Academy of Science in 2008, respectively. In 2008, he joined the Department of Micro- and Nano-technology, Technical University of Denmark, first as a Post-Doctoral Researcher and soon promoted to an Assistant Professor (2010-2013). In 2013, he joined Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech) in Shenzhen, where he is now a Professor of the School of Microelectronics. His current research interests include energy harvesting, MEMS and NEMS sensors, and semiconductor testing methods. Dr. Wang has been an Editorial Board member for Micromachine. He has served as the ETPC Member for the Transducers and the IEEE MEMS conferences and other international conferences. He has authored and co-authored more than 200 articles with H-index of 52, and has filed more than 20 patents.

Biomimetic Optoelectronics and Sensors for Future Embodied AI

Prof. Zhiyong Fan
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong SAR, China
E-mail : eezfan@ust.hk

Abstract
Millions of years of natural evolution have gifted us a vibrant biological world. Within living organisms, diverse micro-nano structures constitute organs with varied functions. Among these, sensory organs possess remarkable capabilities for information collection and environmental adaptation. The ingenious designs of many biological sensory systems offer valuable inspiration for developing bionic sensor devices. This presentation will introduce our research group’s work over the past years in constructing bio-inspired visual and olfactory sensors using three-dimensional micro-nano materials, including hemispherical artificial retinas, spherical bionic eyes, and artificial intelligence-driven electronic noses. Our group pioneered the development of artificial retinas based on ultra-dense optoelectronic nanowire arrays, where individual nanowires emulate the photoreceptor cells in human eyes. By fabricating these nanowires from different semiconductor materials, our bionic retinas can achieve visible light perception, mid-infrared detection, and even night vision capabilities. Furthermore, we have innovatively created large-scale integrated chemical sensor chips on three-dimensional porous substrates. When empowered by artificial intelligence algorithms, these chips can mimic biological olfaction to distinguish hundreds of different gases and odors. These two categories of bio-inspired sensors address pressing needs for environmental monitoring in smart homes and cities, while also holding potential to assist various embodied AI in performing complex tasks in challenging environments.

Biography
Prof. Zhiyong Fan is a Chair Professor at the Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering and Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering. He received B.S. and M. S. degrees from Fudan University, PhD degree from University of California, Irvine then worked as a postdoctoral fellow at UC Berkeley and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in 2007~2010. He joined Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) in 2010. Currently, he is the founding Director of Center on Smart Sensors and Environmental Technologies, Co-director of the State Key Laboratory of Displays and Opto-Electronics Technologies at HKUST. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry, Fellow of Optica, Academician of Asia Pacific Academy of Materials, Fellow of Hong Kong Academy of Engineering. He has won a number of awards, including 2022 Tencent Xplorer Prize, 2022 HKBOC Science and Technology Innovation Prize, Shandong Natural Science Second Prize, HKUST SENG Young Investigator Award, Outstanding Research Award, etc. His research interest is focused on functional nanomaterials and structures for electronic, optoelectronic and bionic electronic devices. Till date, he has published over 270 peer reviewed papers in Nature, Nature Photonics, Nature Electronics, Nature Materials, Science Robotics, etc., with google scholar citations ~35,000, H index 98

Large-area Nanoimaging and Nanolithography

Prof. Wooyoung Shim
Yonsei University, Korea
E-mail : wshim@yonsei.ac.kr

Abstract
Advances in next-generation electronics, 2D materials, photonics, and flexible systems demand manufacturing tools that deliver both high resolution and high throughput, beyond the constraints of conventional scanning and optical methods. In this talk, I introduce new nanomanufacturing and nanoimaging approaches that unify large-area capability, mechanical adaptability, and nanoscale precision. These platforms enable rapid topographic imaging over millimeter scales, reliable patterning far below the diffraction limit, and conformal operation on curved, rough, or heterogeneous surfaces. By rethinking probe architectures, contact mechanics, and near-field light–matter interactions, we achieve scalable processes suitable for semiconductors, energy devices, bio-integrated systems, and future non-planar electronics. This talk will highlight the underlying physical principles, implementation strategies, and the broader vision for integrating such tools into industrial-scale nanomanufacturing.

Biography
To be announced

Plasma Synthesis and Modification of Catalytic Materials for Sustainable Energy Systems

Prof. Oi Lun Helena Li
Pusan National University, Korea
E-mail : helenali@pusan.ac.kr

Abstract
Frontier researches based on plasma-catalyst system has been expanded to the synthesis of electrocatalysts, Biomass upgrades and CO2 conversions. Plasma, due to its high excitation energy and unique nature, can easily exceed the thermodynamic limitation compared to conventional thermochemical reactions. For example, plasma engineering allows direct carbonization to synthesize carbon nanomaterials in organic solvent (e.g., benzene, pyridine, phenylamine) at ambient temperature and pressure. Specifically, the generation of NC can be achieved via rapid C-N and/or C-C integration during plasma discharge and the related chemical reactions. Hybrid metal/ carbon materials synthesis can be realized when metal precursors are introduced into the organic solution. In addition, when applied in-situ ultrasonic homogenizer during plasma engineering, ultra-fine and dispersed metal nanoparticles or even single-atom doped metal in carbon substrate was successfully synthesized. On the other hand, the atmospheric pressure plasma-gas interface offers a simple and effective method for modifying the surface properties of materials without causing significant structural damage. In particular, due to its high excitation energy and inert nature, plasma surface modification minimizes chemical side reactions while enabling efficient energy transfer which more effectively promote lattice excitation and contributing to oxygen vacancy formation in metal and ceramic materials. The design of feasible plasma-catalyst system with adequate design of hybrid metal/carbon-supported materials, single-atom doped metal atom/carbon-supported materials, and various multi-functional catalysts will be discussed, followed by the current progress on the performance of these materials in the application on Proton Electrolyte Membrane Fuel cell, Solid Oxide Fuel cells, hydrogen production from direct seawater electrolyte will be covered.

Biography
Prof. Dr. Oi Lun (Helena) Li graduated with her Ph.D from McMaster University, Canada in the major of Civil Engineering (Chemical and Environmental division) in 2010.8 and proceeded as a post-doc at Nagoya University, Japan. She was then promoted as an assistant professor at the department of materials Science, Nagoya University in 2012, and moved to School of Materials Science and Engineering, Pusan National University in 2017. Her major research includes designing plasma chemistry and reaction for environmental pollution control as well as catalytic material synthesis and surface modification. She has successfully designed various plasma-catalyst system to synthesize functional materials in the field of green energy applications, including plasma synthesis for electrocatalyst for fuel cell, hydrogen production, and energy storage conversion as well as plasma-surface modification for biomass upgrades and CO2 conversion. She has published over 100 SCI/SCIE/Scopus papers, including App. Catal. B, Nano-Micro Letts., Adv. Func. Mater., Chem. Eng. J., etc. She is the P.I of national and global projects among Japan, Korea and China. Currently she is appointed as the Associate Editor in Carbon Letters and International Journal of Plasma Environmental Science and Technology. In terms of international collaboration, Prof. Li is currently appointed as visiting Professor at Kyushu University and Shinshu University, Japan

Intelligent optical system with focus control

Prof. Seong Chan Jun
Yonsei University, Korea
E-mail : scj@yonsei.ac.kr

Abstract
The development of controllable, ultra-compact optical devices remains a critical challenge. Consequently, there is an increasing demand for thin, lightweight components that exhibit high performance. However, conventional optical devices are constrained by their fixed performance characteristics at the time of fabrication, which precludes the possibility of parameter control. This research overcomes the performance limitations of existing optical devices by fabricating thin, diffractive lenses in a thin-film form using high-transmittance two-dimensional materials. The diffractive lens developed in this study enables focal length adjustment and multifocal generation with a single initial fabrication while maintaining high optical efficiency. Moreover, it has the potential to evolve into an intelligent optical system through integration with artificial intelligence and can be utilized as a molecular-level sensing device. The sensor in this intelligent optical system offers superior detection capabilities in comparison to conventional electrochemical sensors, facilitating characteristic analysis and discrimination. This research proposes a methodical approach, delineating a sequence of steps from the fabrication process of ultra-miniature optical devices suitable for integration into smart devices to the construction of intelligent optical systems. These findings offer broad extensibility, spanning fundamental science—such as the optical properties of two-dimensional materials and the interaction between molecules and light—to engineering applications, including sensor devices.

Biography
After he completed graduate studies in Cornell University (Ithaca N.Y. USA), and Columbia University (New York, NY, USA).and worked at NSEC (Nano Scale Science & Research Center, New York, NY. USA) and SAIT (Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology, Korea) sequently. He has been appointed as professor at Yonsei University (Seoul, Korea) since 2008. He got 9 international research awards and 10 Keynote and plenary Talks in international conferences. and a fellow in Korea Academy Science and Technology (KAST)

Performance Analysis of CuO-Doped Carbon Fiber Composites: Thermal Conductivity and Piezoresistivity

Prof. Hyung Wook Park
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology, Korea
E-mail : hwpark@unist.ac.kr

Abstract
In the automotive industry, woven carbon fiber composites are susceptible to impact damage via low-impact energy absorption. In this study, functional composites were fabricated using carbon fiber and CuO nanomaterials. To enhance the functional properties, carbon fibers were modified with CuO nanoparticles. The CuO-modified carbon fiber composites exhibited superior electrical thermal conductivity compared to bare carbon fiber composites. Piezoresistivity—defined as the change in volume electrical resistivity with applied strain—was also higher in the CuO-modified composites. These experimental results are attributed to the formation of multi-junction interfaces between CuO and carbon fibers. As the molar concentration of CuO increased, both Joule heating and piezoresistive sensitivity (gauge factor) improved. Supporting these findings, SEM imaging revealed distinct morphological characteristics, while X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis confirmed the crystallinity and CuO content. Specific heat capacity was examined using differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) to assess CuO’s contribution to electrical heat generation. Additionally, strain-induced resistance changes within the elastic region were evaluated through three-point bending tests.

Biography
Dr. Hyung Wook Park is a professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), South Korea. He earned his B.S. and M.S. degrees from Seoul National University and completed his Ph.D. at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Prior to joining UNIST, he worked as a researcher at Hyundai Motor Company and the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials (KIMM), contributing to advanced manufacturing and materials development. In 2009, Dr. Park established the Multiscale Hybrid Manufacturing Laboratory at UNIST, where he leads research on integrating multiscale manufacturing techniques with hybrid material systems. His work has resulted in significant advancements, including the development of CuO-modified carbon fiber composites with enhanced thermal conductivity and piezoresistive sensitivity, as well as innovations in hybrid additive-subtractive manufacturing.

Sustainable manufacturing of optical metasurfaces with engineered optical materials

Prof. Junsuk Rho
Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Korea
E-mail : jsrho@postech.ac.kr

Abstract
Metamaterials and metasurfaces are novel optical components composed of nanostructure arrays. They offer the advantage of an ultracompact form factor and can image submicron objects with resolution approaching the diffraction limit of light. The scope of this imaging extends from simple microscopes to more advanced light imaging applications such as 3D sensors, LiDAR, bio-imaging, and cameras. The wavelength range of imaging is also diversifying to support various imaging applications. Metalenses operating in the UV region enable high-resolution imaging due to the short wavelength of light. In the visible light spectrum, metalenses can be used for imaging in VR/AR displays. Near-infrared metalenses have potential applications in night vision devices and endoscopes. The wavelength range extends further to include the ultrasound region, where it can be used in photoacoustic microscopy. Additionally, elastic metalenses can be applied for energy harvesting, and acoustic metalenses can be used to focus sound waves. Furthermore, metalenses can perform imaging with various functionalities. They can tune their focal length, demonstrate trichannel imaging based on spin, and even image single photons emitted from a source. While metalenses operate across various wavelengths and offer diverse functionalities for numerous imaging applications, their design is currently not scalable, making large-area designs computationally heavy and expensive. To address this, efficient computational methods like RCWA and AI/DB-based design approaches have been developed. However, even with advances in large-area design capabilities, their commercialization has been hindered by manufacturing limitations such as high cost and low throughput. To reduce the production cost of metalenses, nanoimprint lithography has been employed. To address the low refractive index of conventional imprint resins, high-refractive-index particles are incorporated, creating a one-step printable platform On the other hand, ArF photolithography has been used to overcome low throughput and produce large-area metasurfaces at wafer scale. However, due to the high manufacturing costs associated with this method, research has been conducted on mass-producing metasurfaces by using wafer-scale nanoimprint technology to replicate metasurfaces initially created through photolithography. These scalable manufacturing approaches are expected to propel metalenses beyond the research level and into practical applications.

Biography
Prof. Rho is a Yeon-San (延山) Endowed Chair Professor and Mu-Eun-Jae (无垠斋) Endowed Chair Professor at Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Korea, with a joint appointment in the Department of Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. He received his Ph.D. at the University of California, Berkeley (2013), M.S. at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (2008) and B.S. at Seoul National University, Korea (2007) all in Mechanical Engineering. Prior joining POSTECH, he conducted postdoctoral research in Materials Sciences Division & Molecular Foundry at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, and also worked as a principal investigator (Ugo Fano Fellow) in Nanoscience and Technology Division & the Center for Nanoscale Materials at Argonne National Laboratory. Prof. Rho has authored and co-authored more than 420 high-impact journal papers including Science and Nature. He is also the recipients of several notable honors and awards such as US Department of Energy Argonne Named fellowship (2014), Korean Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (2019), Springer-Nature MINE Young Scientist Award (2020), Elsevier MEE/MNE Young Investigator Award and Lectureship (2020), Member of the Young Korean Academy of Science and Technology (Y-KAST) (2020), Associate Member of the National Academy of Engineering of Korea (NAEK) (2022), NAEK Young Engineers Award (2022), Hong Jin-Ki Creator Award (2022), Fulbright Visiting Scholar Fellowship (2022), Northwestern Simpson Fellowship (2022), Northwestern Eshbach Fellowship (2023), Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (2023, 2024), Elsevier/Stanford World Top 2% Scientist (2021-2025), ACS Nano Lectureship (2024), Korean Scientists and Engineers Award of the Month (2024). He serves 13 editorial positions including Light: Science and Applications (Springer-Nature), Microsystems and Nanoengineering (Springer-Nature), npj Nanophotonics (Springe-Nature) and Nanophotonics (De Gruyter).

Advanced spectral optical metrology and its industrial applications

Prof. Daesuk Kim
Jeonbuk National University, Korea
E-mail : dashi.kim@jbnu.ac.kr

Abstract
This talk presents advanced spectral optical metrology, which incorporates spectroscopic ellipsometry, interferometry, and hyperspectral imaging techniques. In this talk, we describe how to combine spectrometry, interferometry, and ellipsometry to create a new concept of advanced spectral optical metrology. For industrial applications such as surface 3D profiling, extracting the geometric thickness of thin films, and scatterometry for periodic nano-pattern measurements, measurement speed is the most significant factor in optical metrology. As a potential candidate for the advanced high-speed optical metrology solutions, we present a dynamic spectroscopic ellipsometry (DSE) and a dynamic spectroscopic imaging ellipsometer (DSIE) that employs a monolithic polarizing interferometric module. Unlike conventional spectroscopic imaging ellipsometers, which require a relatively long acquisition time due to the rotation of polarization elements and a wavelength scanning mechanism, the proposed DSIE system, which employs a line-scan hyperspectral imaging technique, enables the extraction of a spatial-spectral ellipsometry phase map Δ(x, λ) at real-time speed. Notably, this talk provides a detailed description of how a microscopic imaging capability can be integrated into the new concept of spectroscopic imaging ellipsometry. We then describe how the DSIE system can be extended to a micro-nano thickness profilometer by integrating with spectral interferometry. This talk presents additional industrial applications where the line-scan hyperspectral imaging scheme is employed, including chromatic confocal imaging and spectral imaging reflectometry.

Biography
Daesuk Kim received his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology) in 2002. He was a postdoctoral associate at the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering, University of Connecticut in USA until 2004. Then, he moved to Samsung Electronics and worked at Micronano Technology Team till March 2007. He became an assistant professor at the Dept. of Mechanical System Engineering, Jeonbuk National University in South Korea in April 2007, and he has been working as a professor at the same department since May 2016. For the last around 20 years, his main research interests have been in optical metrology for micro nano regimes which include dynamic spectroscopic ellipsometry/polarimetry, real-time phase-sensitive 3D metrology such as digital holography and dispersive Interferometry, phase-sensitive bio-sensing etc. Recently, his group has been developing a new concept of dynamic spectroscopic imaging ellipsometry (DSIE), ultra-thin film thickness profilometry, and high-speed Mueller matrix SE. He has a lot of interest in the commercialization of the Dynamic Spectroscopic Imaging Ellipsometer (DSIE) and Dynamic Spectroscopic Ellipsometer (DSE) for semiconductors and display MI (Metrology & Inspection) fields. He has been a committee member of ICSE (International Conference on Spectroscopic Ellipsometry) since ICSE-9 held in 2022.

Development of animal testing alternatives using organoids

Prof. Jiseok Lim
School of mechanical engineering, Yeungnam University, Korea
E-mail : jlim@yu.ac.kr

Abstract
Conventional cell‐culture techniques typically allow cancer cells to grow as two-dimensional (2D) monolayers, whereas tumors in vivo exist in highly complex three-dimensional (3D) architectures. Consequently, 2D monolayers differ substantially from in vivo tumor tissues in their physical and biological characteristics. These discrepancies create biological and physical barriers that influence drug penetration and cellular responses, often leading to drug resistance. As a result, drug screening performed on 2D monolayers tends to overestimate the therapeutic efficacy of candidate compounds, making it difficult to accurately evaluate drug performance. Recent efforts have therefore focused on developing 3D tumor models that better recapitulate the in vivo environment. However, traditional 3D tumor culture methods suffer from limitations such as low production yield, dependence on operator skill, and difficulty controlling spheroid size, which significantly restrict their applicability in industrial settings.
To overcome these challenges, we developed a droplet-based microfluidic system capable of producing 3D tumor spheroids with high throughput and controllable size. Using two immiscible phases—an aqueous phase containing circulating tumor cells (CTCs) and culture medium, and an oil phase supplemented with surfactants—we generated stable droplets by exploiting hydrophilic and hydrophobic interactions at the interface. This microfluidic platform achieved a production rate exceeding 1,200 droplets per minute. After encapsulating CTCs within droplets, we incubated them for 24 hours, during which the cells spontaneously aggregated into 3D tumor spheroids. Long-term culture for more than 14 days was achieved using a magnetic stirrer to maintain droplet suspension. Moreover, spheroid size was precisely controlled by adjusting the concentration of the cell suspension. Immunofluorescence staining confirmed the expression of tumor-specific biomarkers within the generated 3D constructs. Overall, this microfluidic approach overcomes the low-yield limitations of conventional methods, automates the production process, and enables tunable control of spheroid size, offering a robust platform for reliable drug screening and cancer research.

Biography
JISEOK LIM received the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in mechanical engineering from Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea, in 2006 and 2011, respectively. From 2011 to 2015, he worked as a researcher at the Max Planck Institute in Göttingen, Germany where he participated in a new drug development project. Since 2015, he has been an Assistant Professor with the School of Mechanical Engineering, Yeungnam University, Gyeongbuk, South Korea. He founded the organoid specialist company Medisphere in 2023. His research interests include optical systems, enzyme biochemistry, and precision manufacturing.

Learned microscopy for high-throughput depth-enhanced imaging

Prof. Chulmin Joo
Yonsei University, Korea
E-mail : cjoo@yonsei.ac.kr

Abstract
High-resolution imaging across large fields of view is essential yet challenging, primarily because conventional microscopes face an inherent trade-off between depth of field (DoF) and resolution. Overcoming this limitation typically requires capturing multiple images while repeatedly adjusting the focus, leading to a slow and inefficient workflow.
We introduce a learning-based microscopy platform that enables high-resolution imaging of large an thick specimens without the need for sequential refocusing. By integrating a physics-informed deep learning strategy for phase-filter design with a deconvolutional neural network, our method delivers sharp, high-resolution images over significantly extended depth ranges. Both simulations and experimental results demonstrate more than a 15-fold increase in DoF compared to traditional systems. This versatile technology holds strong promise for high-speed optical metrology, rapid diagnostic imaging, and next-generation vision applications

Biography
Dr. Chulmin Joo is a professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering of Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea. He obtained S.M. and Ph.D. degrees in mechanical engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA, in 2003 and 2007, respectively. Prior to joining Yonsei University, he worked as a lead engineer at GE Global Research, USA, involving and leading many research programs for the development of various optical imaging and sensing devices. He is a fellow of Optical Society of Korea, a senior member of OPTICA (formerly Optical Society America), and has been a program committee member of OPTICA Imaging Systems and Applications since 2017. He served as a program chair and general chair of OPTICA Imaging Systems and Applications in 2020 and 2021, respectively. He is also a member of Academic Editorial Board of PLoS One.

Metal-Enhanced Fluorescence Biochip Using Ag Nanorods on Micropost Arrays for Multiplex Quantitative Biomarker Detection

Prof. Seok-min Kim
Chung-Ang University, Korea
E-mail : smkim@cau.ac.kr

Abstract
Metal-enhanced fluorescence (MEF) substrates incorporating metallic nanostructures have emerged as powerful platforms for improving the sensitivity and reliability of microarray-based biochemical detection. In this study, we present an integrated MEF biochip that combines a UV-imprinted micropost array with selectively grown Ag nanorods fabricated via glancing angle deposition (GLAD), achieving both enhanced signal amplification and a dramatically improved signal-to-background ratio (SBR). The engineered Ag nanorods on micropost array (Ag NMPA) provide strong fluorescence enhancement due to localized surface plasmon resonance while simultaneously suppressing background noise through selective nanorod formation at the micro-post tops and out-of-focus rejection at the post bottoms. Optimization of the GLAD deposition angle revealed that a configuration with 500-nm-tall vertical nanorods grown at 89° maximizes SBR, providing up to 71-fold signal enhancement and a 25-fold improvement in SBR compared with conventional glass substrates, and a seven-fold higher SBR than non-selective GLAD nanorod substrates Building upon this optimized MEF substrate, we developed a multiplexed quantitative assay for six representative atopic dermatitis (AD) biomarkers—IL-4, IL-5, IL-13, IgE, TSLP, and TARC. The Ag NMPA biochip exhibited excellent linearity (R² > 0.99), up to 148-fold higher fluorescence intensity compared with epoxy microarrays, and quantitative accuracy exceeding 88% when evaluated using mixed standard samples. In clinical validation using 24 AD patient serum samples and 13 healthy controls, the Ag NMPA measurements showed strong agreement with ELISA (Pearson r > 0.95) and high statistical significance (p < 0.0001), confirming its robustness as an alternative to conventional single-analyte immunoassays manuscript. Together, this work demonstrates that integrating selectively fabricated Ag nanorods with engineered micropost geometry enables a high-performance MEF platform capable of accurate, multiplexed biomarker quantification from minimal sample volumes. The Ag NMPA biochip offers a clinically promising route for large-scale, multi-marker profiling in inflammatory diseases such as atopic dermatitis.

Biography

Dr. Seok-min Kim is a professor in School of Mechanical Engineering at Chung-Ang University, Seoul. He received B.S. and Ph.D. degrees in School of Mechanical Engineering at Yonsei University in 2001 and 2006, respectively. He served as a post-doctoral researcher in Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2007-2008. His research interests involve a low-cost and large-area micro/nano structuring technologies such as micro/nano-imprinting, micro/nano glass molding, micro/nano metal forging, and glancing angle deposition, and their optical, biological and thermo-fluidic applications including digital display, LED lighting, concentric photovoltaic, microfluidic chip, enhanced fluorescence microarray, surface enhanced Raman spectroscopy, enhanced boiling heat transfer surface, and drag reduction surface.

Micro/nano-enabled wearable/flexible sensors for smart healthcare and medical applications

Prof. Inkyu Park
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Korea
E-mail : inkyu@kaist.ac.kr

Abstract
Smart healthcare technology and wearable sensors revolutionize patient care by providing continuous, real-time health monitoring, enabling early detection of potential health issues. They empower individuals with actionable insights into their own health, fostering preventative care and personalized healthcare strategies. By integrating smart materials and sensors, these technologies enhance the responsiveness and efficacy of healthcare interventions. Furthermore, wearable devices facilitate a seamless connection between patients and healthcare providers, improving healthcare delivery and outcomes through data-driven decisions. In this talk, we discuss the micro/nanostructure-based wearable sensors for smart healthcare applications including self-powered, mechanical metamaterial-based highly stretchable strain sensors for exercise monitoring; porous elastomer – carbon nanotube (CNT) composite based, large dynamic range pressure sensors for wrist pulse, motion and posture monitoring; micro/nano-hierarchical structure-based pressure sensors for smart wristband to prevent carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) ; and near field communication (NFC) based wireless, battery-free pressure/temperature/humidity sensors for the patient monitoring to prevent pressure injury, which were recently developed at our research group.

Biography
Prof. Inkyu Park received his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. from KAIST (1998), UIUC (2003) and UC Berkeley (2007), respectively, all in mechanical engineering. He has been with the department of mechanical engineering at KAIST since 2009 as a faculty member and is currently a full professor and KAIST Endowed Chair Professor. His research interests are micro/nano-fabrication, smart sensors for healthcare, robotics, metaverse, and environmental and biomedical monitoring, and nanomaterial-based sensors and flexible & wearable electronics. He has published more than 214 international journal articles (SCI indexed) and holds more than 40 registered domestic and international patents in the area of MEMS/NANO engineering (h-index: 68, total citation: 21,753). He is a recipient of HP Open Innovation Research Award (2009-2012), KAIST Prize for Academic Excellence (2021), KAIST Grand Prize for Technology Innovation Award (2019), KAIST Endowed Chair Professorship (2017), Nanotechnologies Top 10 of Korea (2023), and NanoKorea 2023 Research Innovation Award – MIST Minster Award (2023). He is currently an editor for Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, one of the top SCI journals in the sensor technology field.

Manufacturing and mechanical-electrical characterization of high-performance PENGs based on multi-stackable, domino-overlapped CNT scaffolds

Prof. Jong G. Ok
Seoul National University of Science and Technology, Korea
E-mail : jgok@seoultech.ac.kr

Abstract
This study presents a carbon nanotube (CNT)-based piezoelectric nanogenerator (CPENG) that integrates vertically aligned CNT structures with a highly uniform hybrid of piezoelectric materials composed of BaTiO3 (BTO) and poly(vinylidene fluoride-co-trifluoroethylene) (P(VDF-TrFE)). Through a capillary force-assisted process, the piezoelectric material uniformly infiltrates the CNT structure, forming a domino-overlapped structure that plays a key role in achieving high voltage and charge output under repeated mechanical stimulation. The nanoscale-aligned porosity of the CNT structure enhances the β-phase formation in P(VDF-TrFE) and establishes efficient piezoelectric polarization pathways, thereby improving the overall piezoelectric output. Furthermore, optimization of the CNT growth length and multilayer stacking number effectively enhances the output performance, and the output of the same CPENG can be tuned by adjusting the attachment direction and area of the output electrodes. The resulting compact CPENG device (1 cm × 1 cm) exhibits stable voltage generation up to 12.3 V over more than 2,000 repeated mechanical cycles. In addition, the CPENG demonstrates excellent flexibility and mechanical robustness, maintaining reliable and continuous energy generation under practical stimuli such as finger tapping and footsteps. Moreover, the device shows stable electrical output and structural integrity over a wide temperature range from -20 °C to 100 °C, suggesting that the CPENG can serve not only as a wearable power source but also as a promising platform for energy harvesting in extreme environments.

Biography
Dr. Jong G. Ok is a professor in Mechanical and Automotive Engineering at Seoul National University of Science and Technology. He is also affiliated with the Department of Manufacturing Technology Convergence and Semiconductor Convergence Engineering Program. He received his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Seoul National University in 2002 and 2007, respectively, and received his Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Michigan in 2013. He served as a research fellow in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Michigan in 2013, and worked as a research staff at Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology in 2013-2014. His research focuses on semiconductor materials and processes, precision machining techniques, and battery and energy conversion devices, and all their smart design and manufacturing assisted by diverse AI algorithms. He has authored 111 international journal papers as of November 2025. He was awarded the Young Manufacturing Engineers Awards in 2016 and 2017 from the Korean Society of Manufacturing Technology Engineers, the Young Researcher Award from the Korean Society of Micro and Nano Systems (MNS) in 2018, the KSME-SEMES Open Innovation Challenge Awards in 2018, 2019, and 2024, the Micro/Nanoengineering Creation & Innovation Award from the Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers in 2021, and the Technology Innovation Award from MNS in 2025.

Battery-Free, Wireless Multimodal Sensors for Advanced Biomedical Applications

Prof. Yong Suk Oh
Changwon National University, Korea
E-mail : oyongsuk@changwon.ac.kr

Abstract
Wireless multimodal sensors provide continuous and non-invasive monitoring of diverse physiological signals and have become important tools in biomedical research. A single integrated platform that measures pressure, temperature, and biochemical markers can precisely characterize physical and chemical changes in the human body and support early diagnosis, prevention, and treatment assessment. Recent advances in battery-free, wireless technology enable ultrathin, lightweight, and flexible sensors that conform to the skin for long-term, real-time monitoring without discomfort, even during daily activities. These platforms can be applied to various biomedical applications, including pressure injury prevention, wound monitoring, and drug-delivery systems, offering significant benefits in both clinical and home-based care. Continuous tracking of physiological signals enhances the accuracy and reliability of clinical decision-making by providing quantitative information that traditional intermittent assessments cannot capture. In addition, the wireless and wearable architecture adheres securely to the patient’s skin, enabling stable long-term use under dynamic conditions and can be widely utilized in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home-care environments. Multimodal data integration, combined with emerging AI-assisted analytical techniques, further enhances the accuracy of early disease detection and supports personalized, data-driven medical strategies tailored to individual patients. Overall, this technology provides a strong foundation for next-generation digital healthcare platforms aligned with precision medicine and promotes more proactive, efficient, and patient-centered healthcare systems that improve clinical outcomes and quality of life.

Biography
Prof. Yong Suk Oh is the Chair of the Smart Manufacturing Convergence Major in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Changwon National University and serves as the Deputy Director of the G-LAMP Project. His research focuses on wireless biomedical sensors, multimodal healthcare platforms, and AI-driven digital health technologies. He received his B.S. (2007) and M.S. (2009) degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Pusan National University and his Ph.D. (2016) in Mechanical Engineering from KAIST. During his postdoctoral research in the Rogers Research Group at Northwestern University, he conducted extensive collaborative studies with academic, clinical, and industrial partners on wireless sensor–based monitoring systems and AI-enabled analysis of biological, physical, and chemical signals. He has also contributed to the advancement of precision and personalized medicine through research on wireless communication technologies, miniature multimodal sensors, and AI integration. He has published more than 40 SCI-indexed papers in these fields.

Roll-to-Roll Film-Type Molding Process for Large Area Electronic Device Encapsulation

Dr. Jun Sae Han
Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials, Korea
E-mail : jshan@kimm.re.kr

Abstract
In this study, we investigated roll-to-roll (R2R) based film-type molding processes as an encapsulation solution for large-area semiconductor packaging and long-length flexible printed circuit boards (FPCBs). To meet the demands of panel-scale semiconductor packaging, a film-type epoxy molding compound (EMC) was fabricated through an R2R coating process, and its rheological behavior, thermal softening characteristics, and flow-filling performance were systematically analyzed to evaluate its applicability as a high-throughput encapsulation material. Particular attention was given to the temperature-dependent viscosity evolution and minimum-viscosity window, which govern the film’s ability to fill micro-scale gaps under limited pressure conditions. For long-length FPCB packaging, an R2R lamination process using film-type coverlay materials was implemented. The filling behavior under different process temperatures, line pressures, lamination speeds, and circuit geometries was quantitatively examined to determine the key factors influencing encapsulation uniformity. Comparative analyses revealed the roles of film viscosity, heating profiles, and patterned copper topographies in determining interface bonding quality and void suppression. The integrated results demonstrate that film-type molding provides a scalable and material-efficient pathway for next-generation semiconductor and FPCB packaging, particularly for applications requiring continuous processing and large-area uniformity. Furthermore, this work highlights the broader potential of R2R film technologies for functional composite films, multilayer stacking architectures, and advanced electronic packaging platforms that demand high productivity and manufacturing flexibility.

Biography
Dr. Jun Sae Han is a Senior Researcher at the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials (KIMM, 2018–present) and an Associate Professor at the University of Science and Technology (UST, 2021–present) in Daejeon, South Korea. He received his B.S. (2012) and Ph.D. (2017) degrees in Mechanical Engineering from POSTECH. Before joining KIMM, he worked as a Senior Engineer at Samsung Electronics, Test and Package Center in Cheonan, South Korea (2017–2018) and as a Visiting Researcher at Siemens Healthineers in Issaquah, WA, USA (2015–2016). His research focuses on mechanical machining and powder–polymer processing aimed at advancing of manufacturing processes.