I am a materials scientist interested in how molecular interactions can be used to design functional soft materials. I study how weak and dynamic intermolecular and interfacial interactions translate into macroscopic material behavior and structure-property relationships. I also want to extend this to biologically relevant systems.

My work combines experimental characterization and molecular simulations to probe these interactions across diverse soft matter systems. I have worked on a range of systems including hydrogen bonding in water, interfacial interactions in polymers, electrostatic effects in confined ionic liquids, and self-assembled soft materials.

I received my B.S. in Chemistry from POSTECH and I will begin my Ph.D. in Fall 2026. Currently, I am finalizing my research manuscript at the Kimoon Kim Research Group. I am also working as an intern at the Ministry of Science and ICT, where I engage with the broader research ecosystem.

With experience in both experimental and computational approaches, I enjoy working across disciplines and discussing awesome ideas with people from different backgrounds.