Bong Jae Lee

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology

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Bong Jae Lee is a leading researcher at the forefront of soft robotics and advanced thermal management materials. His work masterfully bridges the gap between bio-inspired design and functional materials engineering. Dr. Lee’s major contributions lie in two key areas: the development of highly deformable sensors using liquid metals, and the creation of intelligent materials for autonomous thermal regulation. His highly cited 2019 paper (72 citations) established liquid metals as a premier material for soft, electrically conductive sensors and actuators, capitalizing on their unique combination of electrical, fluidic, and thermophysical properties. Building on this foundation, his innovative 2023 work (22 citations) introduced a groundbreaking bidirectional thermo-regulating hydrogel composite. Inspired by the body’s own thermal homeostasis, this material integrates infrared-reflecting and absorbing components to autonomously maintain an optimal temperature, a significant leap for wearable technology and biomedical devices. Through these achievements, Dr. Lee is pioneering the next generation of adaptive, responsive materials that can sense, actuate, and self-regulate.