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From Millions of Virtual Structures to Three Real Breakthroughs

Their findings were published on March 24 in JACS Au, a prestigious journal of the American Chemical Society (ACS).

The study highlights the first-ever synthesis of algorithm-selected ZIFs, showcasing the synergy of computational screening and experimental validation in advanced materials discovery.

From Millions of Virtual Structures to Three Real Breakthroughs

Abstract Zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs), metal–organic analogues of zeolites, hold great potential for carbon-neutral applications due to their exceptional stability and porosity. However, ZIF discovery has been hindered by the limi... Read More

Apr 28, 2025 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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The Science Behind the Foldable Molecular Paths

The work by Professor Wonyoung Choe has been appeared in Angewandte Chemie International Edition on November 21, 2024.

This study highlights a groundbreaking development in foldable molecular paths within solid-state frameworks, illuminating their potential for dynamic pore control and transformative applications in molecular metamaterials.

The Science Behind the Foldable Molecular Paths

Abstract Paper crafts, such as origami and kirigami, have become an interdisciplinary research theme transportable from art to science, and further to engineering. Kirigami-inspired architectural design strategies allow the establishment of... Read More

Dec 27, 2024 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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Professor Wonyoung Choe Honored with Prestigious Scholar Award at 2024 KCA Conference

Professor Choe received the award for his presentation at the conference, themed "Topology Matters in Functional Framework Materials."

Professor Wonyoung Choe Honored with Prestigious Scholar Award at 2024 KCA Conference

Professor Wonyoung Choe from the Department of Chemistry at UNIST was honored with the ‘Scholar Award‘ at the 2024 KCA Regular Academic Conference, held at Chonnam National University on November 1, 2024. His groundbreaking rese... Read More

Nov 22, 2024 By JooHyeon Heo People
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Leveraging Skyscraper Architecture for Breakthroughs in Metal-Organic Framework Design

Their findings have been published in Advanced Functional Materials, a prestigious journal in the field, on September 17, 2024.

Leveraging Skyscraper Architecture for Breakthroughs in Metal-Organic Framework Design

Abstract Porous materials have attracted considerable interest as water sorbents due to their potential in a broad range of water sorption-related applications. Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) are particularly notable for their high porosit... Read More

Oct 22, 2024 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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New Organic Semiconducting Materials Aimed at Enhancing the Efficiency and Stability of Blue OLEDs

Their findings have been published in the September 2024 issue of Chem, a sister journal of Cell.

New Organic Semiconducting Materials Aimed at Enhancing the Efficiency and Stability of Blue OLEDs

Summary Despite the emergence of interlayers with high triplet energies (T1) to stabilize blue phosphorescent organic light-emitting diodes (PhOLEDs), a limited understanding of their molecular structures poses a challenge in preventing tri... Read More

Sep 30, 2024 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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Breakthrough Design Strategy Revolutionizes Discovery of Metal-Organic Frameworks

The work by Professor Wonyoung Choe has been appeared in Nature Synthesis on September 5, 2024.

Breakthrough Design Strategy Revolutionizes Discovery of Metal-Organic Frameworks

Abstract The vast structural diversity of metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) and the ability to tailor the structures makes the materials applicable for a broad range of uses. Traditional bottom-up and top-down design approaches have enabled a... Read More

Sep 25, 2024 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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New Study Unveils How Scientists Build Rotatory Machines with Molecules

Their findings have been published and selected as Hot Paper in Angewandte Chemie International Edition, on June 14, 2024.

New Study Unveils How Scientists Build Rotatory Machines with Molecules

Abstract Machines have continually developed with the needs of daily life and industrial applications. While the careful design of molecular-scale devices often displays enhanced properties along with mechanical movements, controlling mecha... Read More

Jul 11, 2024 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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Unveiling Molecular Origami: A Breakthrough in Dynamic Materials

The work by Professor Wonyoung Choe and Professor Seung Kyu Min has been appeared in Nature Communications on December 1, 2023.

This pioneering study represents a significant leap forward in the field of dynamic materials, while also hinting at futuristic applications in metamaterials and quantum computing.

Unveiling Molecular Origami: A Breakthrough in Dynamic Materials

Abstract Origami, known as paper folding has become a fascinating research topic recently. Origami-inspired materials often establish mechanical properties that are difficult to achieve in conventional materials. However, the materials base... Read More

Dec 19, 2023 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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Unveiling Hidden Zeolitic Imidazolate Frameworks Guided by Intuition-Based Geometrical Factors

Their findings have been published in the February 2023 issue of Small.

Unveiling Hidden Zeolitic Imidazolate Frameworks Guided by Intuition-Based Geometrical Factors

Abstract Herein, synthesizable candidate topologies to form zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs) are efficiently identified from over 2 000 000 hypothetical structures in zeolite databases, using structural descriptors extracted from know... Read More

Mar 03, 2023 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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Roadmap for Finding New Functional Porous Materials

Their findings are expected to accelerate the discovery of future MOPs and their applications of cage-based frameworks.

Roadmap for Finding New Functional Porous Materials

The discovery of new structures holds tremendous promise for accessing advanced functional materials in energy and environmental applications. Although cage-based porous materials, metal-organic polyhedra (MOPs), are attracting attention as... Read More

Mar 11, 2022 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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