Young‐A Lee

Auburn University, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Korea University

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Young‐A Lee is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of fashion technology and advanced materials, whose work is reshaping sustainable textile engineering and manufacturing. Her research spans three key areas: emerging technologies in fashion product design, automation in garment manufacturing, and the development of novel functional fabrics for environmental remediation. Lee’s most significant contributions include introducing a nanostructured cellulose fabric with an air-bubble-enhanced anti-oil fouling property, which enables quick oil-cleaning by water even when the surface is fouled in a dry state—a breakthrough that addresses a longstanding challenge in maintaining super-hydrophilicity. Her 2022 papers on emerging technologies and robotics in fashion manufacturing, each garnering 12 citations, have established foundational frameworks for industry digitization. Most notably, her 2024 work on capillary skimming of floating microplastics via a water-bridged ratchet presents a revolutionary approach to marine pollution control, overcoming the limitations of conventional filter-based methods. With a growing citation impact and a portfolio that bridges materials science and fashion engineering, Lee’s research offers practical solutions for both industrial automation and environmental sustainability, making her a vital voice in the future of smart, eco-conscious textile production.