The Samsung Science & Technology Foundation recently announced the selection of 19 research projects for funding in the first half of 2024. Among the chosen recipients is Professor Joonki Suh from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering and Graduate School of Semiconductor Materials and Devices Engineering at UNIST. Professor Suh’s proposal on atomically conformal processing was selected for the 2024 Samsung Research Funding & Incubation for Future Technology program, making him the sole recipient from UNIST.
Starting in June, Professor Suh will undertake the task of “Direct Growth Integration-based Vertical Atomic Layer Thickness Channel Transistor Module Process Technology” as an independent study. This research aims to develop a 3D vertical transistor process technology that can drive the advancement of next-generation logic and memory, positioning itself as a groundbreaking technology with the potential to revolutionize the semiconductor industry.
“In pursuing this research, our goal is to lead the way in semiconductor technology and strengthen the competitiveness of the Korean semiconductor industry,” noted Professor Suh.
The Samsung Future Technology Promotion Project, spearheaded by Samsung Electronics since 2013, is dedicated to advancing basic science in Korea, enhancing industrial technology, addressing societal issues, and promoting global science and technology. On April 12, the Samsung Future Technology Promotion Foundation and Samsung Electronics unveiled the recipients of the 19 research projects selected for funding in the first half of 2024. The newly-selected projects include 6 in basic science, 5 in materials engineering, and 8 in information technologies (ICT).
