Yoon Hwae Hwang | Energy Harvesting | Best Researcher Award
Prof .Yoon-Hwae Hwang , Pusan National University, South Korea.
Prof. Yoon-Hwae Hwang is a distinguished professor at Pusan National University in South Korea, specializing in Nanoenergy Engineering and Nanofusion Technology. With an impressive academic background from Yonsei University and the University of Pittsburgh, Prof. Hwang has held various leadership roles including Department Chair, Vice Dean, and Dean at PNU. His contributions have been recognized with multiple awards, such as the Best Lecture & Research Award and the S-Oil Best Thesis Award. His research continues to shape the future of energy technologies and nanomaterials. 
Publication Profile
Suitability For The Award
Professor Yoon-Hwae Hwang stands out as an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his pioneering work and substantial contributions in the fields of nano energy engineering and nano fusion technology.
Education And Experience 
- B.S. in Physics, Yonsei University (1986)
- M.S. in Semiconductor Physics, Yonsei University (1988)
- M.S. in Physics, University of Pittsburgh (1991)
- Ph.D. in Condensed Matter Physics, University of Pittsburgh (1995)
- Research Associate, City College of CUNY (1995–1997)
- Dept. Chair, Pusan National University, Nanomaterials Engineering (2006–2007)
- Vice Dean, Pusan National University, Nanosci & Nanotech (2007–2009)
- Professor, Pusan National University, Nanomaterials Engineering (2009–2015)
- Professor, Pusan National University, Nanoenergy Engineering (2025–Present)
- Director, Pusan National University, RCDAMP (2012–2014)
- Dept. Chair, Pusan National University, Nano Energy Engineering (2014–2017)
- Director, Pusan National University, BK 21 PLUS (2013–2021)
- Editor-in-Chief, Korean Physics Society, CAP (2019–2021)
- Dean, Pusan National University, Nanosci & Nanotech (2020–2022)
B.S. in Physics, Yonsei University (1986)Professional Development
Prof.Hwang’s career is marked by significant leadership roles, including serving as Director of RCDAMP and BK 21 PLUS, and Editor-in-Chief of CAP. He has been recognized with numerous awards for his contributions to research and education, highlighting his ongoing commitment to professional growth and academic excellence. 
Research Focus
Prof. Yoon-Hwae Hwang’s research focuses on innovative technologies in energy harvesting and nanomaterials. His work includes developing nanogenerators, supercapacitors, and solar water splitting systems to improve energy efficiency. Additionally, he explores biosensors for advanced analytical applications, such as single-cell analysis and environmental monitoring. Prof. Hwang is also dedicated to enhancing solar energy technologies and piezoelectric materials, aiming to drive advancements in sustainable energy solutions and nanotechnology applications. His contributions are pivotal in shaping the future of energy and materials science. 
Publications
- PCDA/ZnO Organic–Inorganic Hybrid Photoanode for Efficient Photoelectrochemical Solar Water Splitting (2024) [Cited By: 12]
- Fountain Pen-Inspired 3D Colloidal Assembly, Consisting of Metallic Nanoparticles on a Femtoliter Scale (2023) [Cited By: 8]
- Crack-Free and Thickness-Controllable Deposition of TiO₂–rGO Thin Films for Solar Harnessing Devices (2022) [Cited By: 15]
- A Review of Advanced Impedance Biosensors with Microfluidic Chips for Single-Cell Analysis (2021) [Cited By: 20]
- Enhancing Electrical Outputs of Piezoelectric Nanogenerators by Controlling the Dielectric Constant of ZnO/PDMS Composite (2021) [Cited By: 18]
- PMMA Thin Film with Embedded Carbon Quantum Dots for Post-Fabrication Improvement of Light Harvesting in Perovskite Solar Cells (2020) [Cited By: 22]
- Recent Advances in Organic Piezoelectric Biomaterials for Energy and Biomedical Applications (2020) [Cited By: 30]
- Eu, Gd-Codoped Yttria Nanoprobes for Optical and T₁-Weighted Magnetic Resonance Imaging (2017) [Cited By: 25]
[Cited By: 12]Conclusion
Professor Yoon-Hwae Hwang’s groundbreaking research in nanoenergy technologies, his extensive leadership roles, and his recognition through numerous awards make him a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His contributions to energy harvesting, biosensors, and solar water splitting, along with his impactful service in academia, underscore his excellence and dedication in the field.