Yong Sung Kim

Yong Sung Kim is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of PHYSICS, APPLIED PHYSICS & ASTRONOMY, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. His research focuses on theoretical and computational nano-photonics, exploring advanced photonic crystal designs, light emission optimization, and material applications in optoelectronics. Key areas include nano-LEDs, terahertz filters, and thermal emission modulation through structured metamaterials.

Kim’s work emphasizes energy-efficient optical devices and novel fabrication techniques, such as soft lithography for photonic crystals. His publications span 2006–2016, covering topics like antireflection coatings, graphene-based thermal barriers, and UV-LED photon extraction. No awards or grants are explicitly listed, but his research trends indicate contributions to nano-optics and semiconductor photonics. Advising and lab affiliations are not detailed in the provided texts.