Welcome to Choi Research Group at KERI 

Our research goals are exploring low-dimensional nanomaterials and advancing multidimensional fabrication technologies to realize next-generation functional materials.

We aim to create materials that combine structural precision with functional versatility by developing both bottom-up and top-down approaches for high-quality nanocarbon synthesis. Through these efforts, we seek to control the crystallinity, morphology, and electronic properties of graphene, carbon nanotubes, and related nanomaterials, thereby unlocking their full potential in practical applications.

In addition, we design and fabricate three-dimensional nanostructures and hybrid composites that integrate nanocarbons with diverse functional materials. This approach not only enhances the intrinsic performance of each component but also generates new multifunctional properties through synergistic interactions. By employing strategies such as nanoporous architecture design and interfacial hybridization, we strive to build materials platforms that are robust, scalable, and application-ready.

Our research directions extend across multidisciplinary applications, bridging fundamental nanoscience with device and system-level implementation. These include sustainable energy harvesting technologies, high-performance energy storage devices, and advanced physical and chemical sensors that operate reliably in real-world environments. Ultimately, we aim to pioneer material innovations that will support the transition toward sustainable energy systems, next-generation electronics, and intelligent sensing technologies, contributing to both scientific advancement and societal impact.

We are recruiting highly motivated students

If you are interested in any of the following areas, please send an email to mwchoi@keri.re.kr:

• Synthesis of nanocarbon materials (Graphene, CNT, etc.)

• Materials hybridization for multi-functionality

• 3D Nanofabrication techniques

• Applications in energy harvesters, battery electrodes, and physical/chemical sensors