Hanseo Kim

MSE @ Northwestern | Talent Award of Korea | 1st Place, Taiwan Int'l Science Fair | ISTF Prize, EUCYS | Korea Minister of Trade, Industry, and Energy Award

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Hanseo Kim

MSE @ Northwestern | Talent Award of Korea | 1st Place, Taiwan Int'l Science Fair | ISTF Prize, EUCYS | Korea Minister of Trade, Industry, and Energy Award

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Bio

Bio

With a background in materials science research, Hanseo Kim specializes in the development and discovery of new material composites, and their interdisciplinary applications. Currently a Materials Science & Engineering student at Northwestern University, Hanseo has conducted award-winning research at Kyungpook National University, where he developed a next-generation carbon capture technology.


Hanseo’s work has earned him national and international acclaim, including the Talent Award of Korea, Korea Minister of Trade, Industry, and Energy Award, 1st Place in Engineering at the 2025 Taiwan International Science Fair, and recognition as one of South Korea’s top high school researchers at the 2023 Korea Science & Engineering Fair. His supercapacitor project was selected as one of only three to represent Korea at the 2024 European Union Contest for Young Scientists (EUCYS), where he received the ISTF Prize.


A 2025 admit to Northwestern University, Hanseo was also accepted to top colleges such as the University of Chicago, UCLA, University of Michigan, GeorgiaTech, and etc.

With a background in materials science research, Hanseo Kim specializes in the development and discovery of new material composites, and their interdisciplinary applications. Currently a Materials Science & Engineering student at Northwestern University, Hanseo has conducted award-winning research at Kyungpook National University, where he developed a next-generation carbon capture technology.


Hanseo’s work has earned him national and international acclaim, including the Talent Award of Korea, Korea Minister of Trade, Industry, and Energy Award, 1st Place in Engineering at the 2025 Taiwan International Science Fair, and recognition as one of South Korea’s top high school researchers at the 2023 Korea Science & Engineering Fair. His supercapacitor project was selected as one of only three to represent Korea at the 2024 European Union Contest for Young Scientists (EUCYS), where he received the ISTF Prize.


A 2025 admit to Northwestern University, Hanseo was also accepted to top colleges such as the University of Chicago, UCLA, University of Michigan, GeorgiaTech, and etc.

Fields Of Specialty

Fields Of Specialty

Materials Science

Materials Science

Energy Engineering

Energy Engineering

Biomaterials

Biomaterials

Materials Science

Energy Engineering

Biomaterials

Past Projects

Past Projects

The Future of Carbon Capture Technology

Carbon capture and storage technology (CCS) has tremendous potential to enable the use of fossil fuels while reducing the emissions of CO₂ into the atmosphere, and, consequently, combating climate change. CCS faces several challenges such as energy consumption, cost, low practical applications and environmental friendliness. Herein, a novel thin-film moisture electricity generator (MEG) in the structure of a supercapacitor that absorbs carbon dioxide is proposed. The developed thin-film supercapacitor successfully demonstrated the capacity for supercapacitive swing adsorption of CO₂, while generating green energy from ambient humidity.

Jul 2023 - Present

The Future of Carbon Capture Technology

Carbon capture and storage technology (CCS) has tremendous potential to enable the use of fossil fuels while reducing the emissions of CO₂ into the atmosphere, and, consequently, combating climate change. CCS faces several challenges such as energy consumption, cost, low practical applications and environmental friendliness. Herein, a novel thin-film moisture electricity generator (MEG) in the structure of a supercapacitor that absorbs carbon dioxide is proposed. The developed thin-film supercapacitor successfully demonstrated the capacity for supercapacitive swing adsorption of CO₂, while generating green energy from ambient humidity.

Jul 2023 - Present

A novel pH-responsive hydrogel patch based on anthocyanin loaded PVA/PEG that colorimetrically detects muscle fatigue

A low-cost, freestanding, disposable, and non-invasive muscle fatigue detection patch is especially crucial for medical and sports applications. Current technology includes complex nano-engineered electronic patches, which are difficult to produce and relatively expensive. Herein, a novel patch fabricated in a relatively simple method, is presented.

Feb 2024 - Jan 2025

A novel pH-responsive hydrogel patch based on anthocyanin loaded PVA/PEG that colorimetrically detects muscle fatigue

A low-cost, freestanding, disposable, and non-invasive muscle fatigue detection patch is especially crucial for medical and sports applications. Current technology includes complex nano-engineered electronic patches, which are difficult to produce and relatively expensive. Herein, a novel patch fabricated in a relatively simple method, is presented.

Feb 2024 - Jan 2025

A Novel Transparent High-Performance Supercapacitor Electrode Utilizing the Synergistic Effect of Mxenes, Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene

This project aims to utilize multiple forms of nanocarbon in tandem to create a novel electrode for transparent supercapacitors. The transparency of the electrode would enable new types of electronic devices such as displays, touch screens, solar cells, computer glasses, wearing and portable electronics, or other highly advanced technological products and could eventually add extra energy storage to smart glasses or cars.

May 2023 - Jul 2023

A Novel Transparent High-Performance Supercapacitor Electrode Utilizing the Synergistic Effect of Mxenes, Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene

This project aims to utilize multiple forms of nanocarbon in tandem to create a novel electrode for transparent supercapacitors. The transparency of the electrode would enable new types of electronic devices such as displays, touch screens, solar cells, computer glasses, wearing and portable electronics, or other highly advanced technological products and could eventually add extra energy storage to smart glasses or cars.

May 2023 - Jul 2023

Prototype Development of a Liquid Crystalline Lens

Pioneered the creation of a liquid crystalline lens prototype, representing a paradigm shift in optical technology by replacing traditional glass lenses with liquid lenses that adjust focal length and focus via electrical signals or pressure changes.

Sep 2022 - Dec 2022

Prototype Development of a Liquid Crystalline Lens

Pioneered the creation of a liquid crystalline lens prototype, representing a paradigm shift in optical technology by replacing traditional glass lenses with liquid lenses that adjust focal length and focus via electrical signals or pressure changes.

Sep 2022 - Dec 2022