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Junghyun Cho is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Binghamton University, part of the Watson School of Material Sciences, Engineering, and Technology. He serves as Co-Director of the Materials Science and Engineering Program. His research focuses on nanostructured ceramic films, protective coatings, mechanical testing, and materials for microelectronics, MEMS, and flexible devices. His work integrates experimental and computational techniques across ceramics, metals, and electronic packaging materials.
Education: BS from Yonsei University, MS from Northwestern University, and PhD from Lehigh University. Pre-doctoral experience included roles at Samsung Semiconductor R&D Center (Korea).
Research interests emphasize solution-based synthesis of nanomaterials, photocatalytic applications, and high-temperature interconnect materials. Notable contributions include advancements in TiO2-based nanomaterials for environmental remediation and antimicrobial coatings, as well as Pb-free solder alternatives for electronics.
His labs include the Advanced Materials and Mechanics Laboratory and Materials Testing Laboratory. Research trends reflect a focus on sustainable materials, energy-efficient manufacturing, and biomedical applications of nanomaterials.
Awards include memberships in Sigma Xi, Phi Beta Delta, American Ceramics Society, MRS, and TMS. Grants and collaborations span topics like tin whisker mitigation, hybrid bonding, and photocatalytic water treatment.
