Multiscale Materials Lab

Our research group focuses on developing novel III-V and IV semiconductor materials with previously unknown crystal structures and investigating their unique properties. These semiconductors not only exhibit excellent semiconductor characteristics but also possess functionalities that allow for ion control, enabling multiple states. Their van der Waals structures are expected to reveal new properties not observed in traditional III-V or IV semiconductors. These materials hold promise as next-generation semiconductors for in-memory computing and neuromorphic computing, offering excellent compatibility with Si-technology and positioning themselves as promising post-Si materials. In nanofabrication and imaging, resolution and large-area scalability are often complementary. Our group focuses on optimizing processes to maintain the advantages of large-area parallel fabrication while enhancing resolution. We are working on improving the resolution of photolithography and increasing the scalability of scanning probes without compromising their high resolution. These advancements enable the fabrication of various nanodevices and the development of next-generation electronic devices. Professor Shim's Laboratory is currently seeking motivated, qualified interns, graduates and postdoctoral fellows to learn and discover new forefront of nanoscience. Individuals in the Shim lab is highly interdisciplinary and collaborative, and self-sufficient but team-oriented.