Hyungkook Jeon

Pohang University of Science and Technology

Papers

Total Citations

161

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About

Hyungkook Jeon is a leading innovator in the field of stretchable and wearable sensor technology, with a particular focus on bio-inspired designs for healthcare and robotics. His most impactful work centers on developing highly sensitive strain sensors that can monitor a full spectrum of human motion, from subtle skin-level deformations to large joint movements. Jeon’s seminal 2017 paper, which has garnered over 116 citations, introduced an “Omni-Purpose Stretchable Strain Sensor” that leverages a nanocracking structure inspired by the spider sensory system. This breakthrough enabled unprecedented sensitivity and durability for whole-body motion monitoring. Building on this, he advanced the technology’s practicality by creating a waterproof, PDMS-shielded version, ensuring stable performance in humid conditions—a critical step toward real-world medical and athletic applications. More recently, Jeon has translated his sensor expertise into the surgical domain, developing a three-axis tension-measuring forceps for corneal surgery. This work demonstrates his ability to bridge fundamental materials science with precise, life-saving medical instruments. With a growing citation record and a clear trajectory from bio-inspired design to clinical translation, Jeon is establishing himself as a key figure in the future of smart, responsive materials.