Prof. Yoonseob KIM Named Finalist for ICANX Young Scientist Award and Rising Star in Progress in Polymer Science 2025
Prof. Yoonseob KIM from the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at HKUST has been selected as one of the finalists for the prestigious Young Scientist Award at iCANX and recognized as a Rising Star in the Progress in Polymer Science 2025 special issue. These honors highlight Prof. Kim’s rapidly emerging leadership in the design and application of advanced polymer materials for next-generation energy storage technologies.
At the iCANX event, Prof. Kim presented his research titled “Covalent Organic Frameworks for Next-Generation Batteries: Design and Applications”, showcasing innovative strategies to overcome key challenges in rechargeable battery performance, safety, and sustainability.
His research focuses on the design and synthesis of advanced organic materials, particularly covalent organic frameworks (COFs) and functional polymers, to address critical challenges in energy storage and conversion. At the core of Prof. Kim’s work is the development of organic-based solid electrolytes, artificial interphases, and cathode materials that enhance the performance, safety, and sustainability of next-generation rechargeable batteries. This includes lithium metal, sodium metal, lithium–sulfur, calcium-ion, and anode-free alkali metal batteries, where he aims to overcome limitations such as dendrite growth, unstable interfaces, low Coulombic efficiency, and limited cycle life.
The Progress in Polymer Science Rising Stars 2025 series, published by Elsevier, features reviews from early and mid-career researchers making significant contributions to polymer science. Prof. Kim’s inclusion in this selective collection, alongside scholars from China, India, Japan, Spain, the UK, and the US, underscores the global impact and originality of his work at the intersection of polymer chemistry, materials engineering, and energy applications.
Since joining HKUST, Prof. Kim has built a dynamic research program that bridges fundamental materials synthesis with real-world energy challenges. His dual recognition reflects not only technical excellence but also the growing influence of HKUST’s CBE department in shaping the future of sustainable energy technologies.
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