Hyungjun Lim

Pohang University of Science and Technology, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology

Papers

Total Citations

119

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About

Hyungjun Lim is a pioneering researcher in the field of soft electronics, with a particular focus on the patterning and application of room-temperature liquid metals (LM). His most influential work, published in 2023 and garnering 113 citations, addresses a critical bottleneck in next-generation soft electronics: the difficulty of patterning LM due to its unique rheological properties. Lim’s contributions have advanced the development of highly conductive, conformable, stretchable, and biocompatible electronic systems, paving the way for innovations in wearable devices, biomedical sensors, and soft robotics. Beyond soft electronics, Lim has also explored novel actuation mechanisms for biomedical applications, as demonstrated by his earlier work on a linear momentum exchange impact actuator for self-controlled endoscopes. This research, though less cited, highlights his long-standing interest in solving real-world engineering challenges. Lim’s work stands at the intersection of materials science and device engineering, and his high-impact publication reflects his significant role in enabling the practical realization of liquid metal-based electronics. His research continues to inspire new directions in flexible and stretchable electronic systems.