Lee Su-hyeon

Lee Su-hyeon is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Clothing and Textiles in Seoul National University's College of Human Ecology. Previously, she served at Jeonbuk National University (2021-2023) and conducted postdoctoral research at the Korea Institute of Industrial Technology (2018-2021). Her work focuses on smart textiles, superhydrophobic materials, and conductive fabrics for wearable technology.

• Ph.D. (2018), Seoul National University
• M.Sc. (2012), Seoul National University
• B.Sc. (2009), Ewha Womans University

Research interests include:

• Surface chemistry of textiles
• Water-repellent fabric structures
• Conductive yarn blending
• Metal-organic framework coatings
• E-textile manufacturing automation
• Thermo-electric clothing systems

Her 15 most recent publications (2018-2023) demonstrate expertise in superhydrophobic polyester films, smart sports bras, MIL-100(Fe) cotton coatings, and carbon nanotube composites. Key trends show integration of conductive materials with environmental sustainability approaches.

Scientific recognition includes:

• 2022 FTEX Best Reviewer Award
• 2021 Korea Fashion Business Association New Researcher Award
• Multiple Korean Society of Clothing and Textiles presentation awards (2013-2018)

Lectures on undergraduate courses: Basic chemistry of clothing materials, Clothing material composition, Cleaning principles. Graduate courses: New clothing materials, Textile physics, Smart fabric evaluation.