Dr. Jun-woo Park | Lithium sulfur batteries | Best Researcher Award

Principal Researcher, Korea Electrotechnology Research Institute, South Korea

Dr. Jun-Woo Park is a distinguished Principal Researcher at the Korea Electrotechnology Research Institute (KERI) and an Associate Professor at the University of Science and Technology (UST) in Korea. With a strong background in chemical engineering, he has dedicated his career to pioneering work in advanced battery technologies, particularly all-solid-state batteries, sulfide-based electrolytes, and lithium-sulfur batteries. Since 2013, he has been at the forefront of research in the Battery Research Division at KERI, while also contributing as a committee member for various governmental and industry groups. His academic journey began with his Ph.D. and M.S. in Chemical Engineering from Yokohama National University, Japan, where he worked under the guidance of Prof. Masayoshi Watanabe. Dr. Park’s contributions to battery technology have earned him numerous prestigious awards and recognitions, cementing his reputation as one of the leading experts in his field.

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Education 

Dr. Jun-Woo Park completed his Ph.D. and M.S. degrees in Chemical Engineering at Yokohama National University, Japan. His doctoral research, under the mentorship of Prof. Masayoshi Watanabe, focused on advanced materials for energy storage and electrochemical applications. His Ph.D. work laid the foundation for his later contributions to sulfide-based solid electrolytes and all-solid-state batteries, which are critical to the development of next-generation energy storage systems. Throughout his academic career, Dr. Park has been committed to bridging theoretical research with practical applications, with an emphasis on advancing the energy storage field. His work at Yokohama National University provided the essential skills and knowledge that have driven his pioneering research at KERI and UST, where he continues to shape the future of energy storage technology. Dr. Park’s strong academic background has propelled his career, making him a prominent figure in electro-functional materials engineering.

Awards and Honors 

Dr. Jun-Woo Park’s career is marked by numerous prestigious awards and recognitions. In 2024, he received the KERI Grand Award for his contributions to the development of all-solid-state batteries, including a highly impactful JCR top 3% publication. In 2023, he was honored with the Minister of Trade, Industry, and Energy Award for planning the lithium-sulfur battery sector and achieving a preliminary feasibility study approval for the “High-Performance Next-Generation Secondary Battery Project for Eco-Friendly Mobility.” Dr. Park also received the Minister of Science and ICT Award in 2023 for his development of low-cost, mass-production technology for sulfide-based solid electrolytes, used in non-flammable all-solid-state batteries. Other notable honors include the KERI Award for Excellence in 2022, as well as recognition for his contributions to energy efficiency improvement in secondary batteries. These awards reflect his significant and ongoing impact on the field of battery research and energy storage technology.

Research Focus 

Dr. Jun-Woo Park’s research is focused on the development of advanced materials for high-performance energy storage systems. His primary areas of interest include all-solid-state batteries, sulfide-based solid electrolytes, and lithium-sulfur batteries. He works extensively on improving the performance, energy density, and stability of next-generation batteries, with particular emphasis on solid-state technology, which is safer and more efficient than conventional liquid-electrolyte batteries. His research also explores flexible and ultra-lightweight batteries for applications in eco-friendly mobility, wearable electronics, and other emerging technologies. Dr. Park’s work on the mechanistic understanding and synthesis of superionic conductors has contributed to significant advances in battery efficiency and safety. His innovative approach to material design, such as the development of functionalized carbon nanotubes and poly-crystalline cathodes, has positioned him as a leader in the energy storage field. Dr. Park’s research aims to drive the transition to sustainable energy storage solutions.

Publication 

1. Advanced performance through mechanofusion-induced uniform interfacial layers for all-solid-state lithium-sulfur batteries 🧪🔋
2. A Promising Approach to Ultra-Flexible 1 Ah Lithium–Sulfur Batteries Using Oxygen-Functionalized Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes 🌀⚡
3. Lithiation-driven cascade dissolution coprecipitation of sulfide superionic conductors 🧲🔬
4. Superior conductive 1D and 2D network structured carbon-coated Ni-rich Li1.05Ni0.88Co0.08Mn0.04O2 as high-ion-diffusion cathodes for lithium-ion batteries 🧑‍🔬🔋
5. Infiltration-driven performance enhancement of poly-crystalline cathodes in all-solid-state batteries 🧑‍🔬⚡
6. Unraveling electrochemo-mechanical aspects of core-shell composite cathode for sulfide based all-solid-state batteries 🔋🔧