Yujin Jeon

Pohang University of Science and Technology

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Yujin Jeon is a rising leader in the field of computational optics and metasurface engineering, whose work bridges the gap between nanophotonics and machine learning. His most notable contribution, the 2024 paper "360° structured light with learned metasurfaces" (99 citations), introduces a groundbreaking approach to generating full-angle structured light using deep-learning-optimized metasurfaces. This work demonstrates how neural networks can design ultra-thin optical components that project complex light patterns across a full 360-degree field of view—a feat previously impossible with conventional optics. The research has immediate applications in 3D sensing, augmented reality, and autonomous navigation, where compact, wide-angle structured light sources are critical. Jeon’s impact is evident in the rapid citation of this work, reflecting its significance for both fundamental optics and practical device design. By combining inverse design algorithms with nanofabrication, he has established a new paradigm for creating intelligent, miniaturized optical systems. His achievements mark him as a key innovator in the next generation of photonic technologies, with potential to reshape how we integrate advanced imaging and projection into everyday devices.