Assistant Professor at Technical University of Denmark, Denmark
Dr. Daesung Park is a dedicated researcher specializing in experimental solid-state physics, materials science, nanotechnology, and energy conversion. His expertise spans functional oxides, defect engineering, strain-mediated property tuning, and advanced thin-film devices for applications in sensors, MEMS, and energy-efficient electronics. He has successfully led and collaborated on prestigious international research projects funded by programs such as the Villum Young Investigator Program, EU Horizon 2020, and SNSF-Swiss, working with leading institutions including EPFL, ETH Zurich, University of Oxford, and the Max Planck Institute. His work has been published in high-impact journals such as Science, Nature, Nature Communications, Advanced Materials, and Applied Physics Reviews, earning global recognition for innovation and scientific excellence. Beyond research, he contributes to the academic community as a reviewer for top-tier journals, an organizer of international conferences, and a mentor to postgraduate students. Dr. Park’s career reflects a consistent commitment to pushing the boundaries of science and technology.
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Education
Dr. Park earned his Ph.D. in Condensed Matter Physics from the University of Warwick, focusing his doctoral research on the growth, characterization, and functionalization of wide band gap oxide alloys. His education provided a strong foundation in experimental and analytical methods for advanced materials research, which he has since applied to energy conversion and nanotechnology. Before his doctoral studies, he built a solid background in physics, equipping him with both theoretical and practical knowledge in materials science. His academic journey fostered expertise in functional oxide systems, electromechanical coupling, and defect engineering, allowing him to approach complex material challenges from a multidisciplinary perspective. This strong educational base enabled him to integrate fundamental physics with emerging applications in energy, electronics, and nanotechnology, shaping his path as an innovative and globally recognized researcher. His training also emphasized collaborative research, preparing him to lead and participate in high-level international scientific initiatives.
Professional Experience
Dr. Park is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Energy Conversion and Storage at the Technical University of Denmark, where he leads pioneering research on functional oxides and advanced energy devices. He has held scientific positions at EPFL in Switzerland, contributing to groups focused on ferroelectrics, electroceramic thin films, and nanoelectronic devices. His career also includes postdoctoral research in Germany at institutes associated with the Max Planck Society and Fraunhofer, as well as a research associate role at the University of Warwick. He has served as principal investigator and co-investigator on several major projects, collaborating with world-class institutions across Europe, Asia, and North America. Alongside his research, he has co-supervised multiple Ph.D. and master’s students, contributing to capacity building in his field. Dr. Park has also played active roles in organizing international conferences, participating in review panels, and fostering academic-industry collaborations to translate research into practical technologies.
Research Interest
Dr. Park’s research interests lie in the intersection of solid-state physics, materials science, nanotechnology, and energy conversion. He focuses on functional oxide materials, including defective metal oxides, ferroics, nanocomposites, and phase transition oxides, exploring their unique electromechanical, pyroelectric, ferroelectric, and magnetic properties. A key aspect of his work involves defect engineering and strain manipulation to induce or enhance functionalities such as piezoelectricity, pyroelectricity, and resistive switching in centrosymmetric materials. His research also targets device applications such as MEMS actuators, sensors, oxide-based transistors, and neuromorphic systems. He is particularly interested in freestanding oxide membranes and low-dimensional heterointerfaces for next-generation energy-efficient devices. By integrating fundamental physics with applied engineering, Dr. Park aims to bridge the gap between material discovery and real-world applications, contributing to sustainable energy technologies and advanced electronic systems. His work combines experimental synthesis, advanced characterization, and collaborative innovation with leading global research partners.
Award and Honor
Dr. Park’s work has earned recognition through prestigious research grants, competitive project leadership, and invitations to speak at major international conferences. As the recipient of the Villum Young Investigator Program funding, he has advanced pioneering studies in defect-induced symmetry breaking for high-efficiency energy conversion. His role as principal investigator in EU Horizon 2020 and SNSF-Swiss projects reflects the trust placed in his research vision and leadership. Several of his publications have been highlighted as editor’s picks, emerging leader features, or invited papers in top journals. His contributions have led to collaborations with elite institutions worldwide and participation in influential scientific committees and symposiums. He has delivered invited talks across Europe, Asia, and North America, further cementing his reputation as a thought leader in his field. These honors underscore his impact on both the scientific community and the advancement of technologies with real-world applications.
Research Skill
Dr. Park possesses a diverse set of research skills covering materials synthesis, thin-film deposition, defect engineering, and advanced characterization techniques such as synchrotron-based methods, electron microscopy, and spectroscopy. He is proficient in fabricating and testing devices including MEMS, sensors, and oxide-based transistors, translating material properties into functional prototypes. His expertise extends to the study of electromechanical coupling, ferroelectricity, pyroelectricity, ionic transport, and magnetoelectric effects. Dr. Park is skilled in collaborative research, managing multidisciplinary teams across international institutions, and securing competitive funding for ambitious scientific goals. He has substantial experience in mentoring students, coordinating multi-partner projects, and organizing high-level scientific events. His work bridges fundamental science and application-oriented engineering, ensuring a strong link between laboratory research and technological deployment. These skills, combined with his leadership capabilities and deep domain expertise, position him as a key contributor to advancing next-generation materials and devices for sustainable energy and electronics.
Publications Top Notes
Title: Quantifying the orientation dependence of diffraction contrast on magnetic STEM-DPC imaging of freestanding oxide thin films
Authors: Sivert Dagenborg; Andrea D’Alessio; Eric Brand; Nikolas Vitaliti; Alessandro Palliotto; Ingrid Hallsteinsen; Felix Trier; Dae-Sung Park; Nini Pryds; Magnus Nord
Year: 2025
Title: Defect-induced magnetic symmetry breaking in oxide materials
Authors: Eric Brand; Victor Rosendal; Yichen Wu; Thomas Tran; Alessandro Palliotto; Igor V. Maznichenko; Sergey Ostanin; Vincenzo Esposito; Arthur Ernst; Shengqiang Zhou et al.
Year: 2025
Title: On the effect of precession for magnetic differential phase contrast imaging
Authors: Gregory Nordahl; Sivert Dagenborg; Andrea D’Alessio; Eric Brand; Nikolas Vitaliti; Felix Trier; Daesung Park; Nini Pryds; Jørgen Sørhaug; Magnus Nord
Year: 2024
Title: The fabrication of freestanding complex oxide membranes: Can we avoid using water?
Authors: Dae-Sung Park; Nini Pryds
Year: 2024
Title: Tailoring dielectric permittivity of epitaxial Gd-doped CeO₂−x films by ionic defects
Authors: A Palliotto; Y Wu; A D Rata; A Herklotz; S Zhou; K Dörr; P Muralt; D-S Park
Year: 2024
Title: Twisted oxide membranes: A perspective
Authors: N. Pryds; D.-S. Park; T. S. Jespersen; S. Yun
Year: 2024
Title: Controlled Electronic and Magnetic Landscape in Self‐Assembled Complex Oxide Heterostructures
Authors: Dae‐Sung Park; Aurora Diana Rata; Rasmus Tindal Dahm; Kanghyun Chu; Yulin Gan; Igor Maznichenko; Sergey Ostanin; Felix Trier; Hionsuck Baik; Woo Seok Choi et al.
Year: 2023
Title: Engineering of Electromechanical Oxides by Symmetry Breaking
Authors: Haiwu Zhang; Milica Vasiljevic; Achilles Bergne; Dae‐Sung Park; Andrea R. Insinga; Shinhee Yun; Vincenzo Esposito; Nini Pryds
Year: 2023
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