Dr.

Kyung Cheol Choi

School of Electrical Engineering
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
Daejeon, South Korea

Introduction

Dr. Kyung Cheol Choi is a distinguished figure in the field of electrical engineering and
plasma engineering, he is also known for his significant contributions and extensive experience
in display technology for the Electrical Engineering community. He started his undergraduate
journey at Seoul National University, South Korea, accomplishing his Bachelor of Science
degree in Electrical Engineering in 1986. With his passion and love for plasma engineering, he
pursued further studies at the same institution, obtaining both his Master's and Ph.D. degrees in
plasma engineering in 1988 and 1993.

Dr. Choi's career has a series of impactful roles and positions within the realm of display
technology. From 1993 to 1995, he showcased his skills and knowledge at the Institute for
Advanced Engineering in Seoul, where he was tasked with the design of field emission display
devices. His excellence led him to the United States, where he was the Research Scientist with
Spectron Corporation of America's Microbridge Plasma Display panel division in Summit, NJ,
from 1995 to 1996.

Kyung Cheol Choi Publications

​ Publication 1: "Highly reliable hybrid nano-stratified moisture barrier for encapsulating

flexible OLEDs" (2016)
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We selected this particular study from Kyung Cheol Choi, because it presents a
cutting-edge and innovative approach to addressing a critical challenge in the field of
flexible organic light-emitting diodes (FOLEDs). The development of a novel thin-film
encapsulation method is of utmost importance in ensuring the long-term reliability and
performance of FOLEDs, especially in demanding conditions such as tensile stress and
exposure to moisture. The hybrid nano-stratified moisture barrier described, consisting of
Al2O3/ZnO nano-stratified structures and an S-H nanocomposite organic layer,
represents a significant advancement in encapsulation technology. The impressive
optical transmittance and low water vapor transmission rate demonstrate the
effectiveness of this approach. Furthermore, the successful encapsulation of FOLEDs
and their sustained performance under challenging conditions is a testament to the
practicality and potential of this encapsulation method. his work can significantly impact
the development and commercialization of flexible organic light-emitting diodes by
addressing a critical reliability issue.
​ Publication 2: "Reduction of graphene oxide film with poly (vinyl alcohol)" (2015)
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We selected this particular study from Kyung Cheol Choi, stems from its
significant implications in the field of materials science and nanotechnology. The
exploration of graphene oxide (GO) in combination with polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) to obtain
reduced graphene oxide offers a unique opportunity to enhance our understanding of
material properties and their applications. The revelation that PVA can lower the
reduction temperature of GO by approximately 70 °C, as indicated by FT-IR spectra,
represents an exciting breakthrough in the field. The observation of new peaks in the
Raman spectra, suggesting interactions between PVA and GO, further deepens our
insights into the chemistry involved. Moreover, the optimization of the GO/PVA ratio for
sheet resistance is a critical step toward tailoring these materials for specific
applications. The successful printing of a conductive line on PET and its achievement of
a low resistance of 23 kΩ/cm after annealing at 140 °C demonstrates the practicality and
potential of this material system for flexible electronics and other advanced technologies.
Overall, this research holds promise for advancing the capabilities of graphene-based
materials and their real-world applications.
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​ Publication 3: "Plasmonic nanomeshes as large-area, low-resistive transparent
electrodes and their application to ITO-free organic light-emitting diodes" (2014)
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We chose this particular study from Kyung Cheol Choi because it addresses a critical
challenge in the field of optoelectronics and materials science, specifically in the
development of transparent electrodes for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs). The
systematic investigation of two-dimensional silver nanomeshes (AgNMs) and their
application to ITO-free OLEDs holds significant potential for advancing both transparent
conductor technology and OLED device performance. The combination of experimental
results and theoretical analyses provides a comprehensive understanding of the
advantages of AgNMs, including high transmittance and low sheet resistance. Moreover,
the innovative approach of using an index-matching concept to further enhance optical
performance while maintaining low sheet resistance represents a promising
breakthrough. This study not only addresses the challenges in transparent electrode
design but also offers a solution that could have a significant impact on the development
of high-performance OLEDs.