Young Ceramics Networks
YCN Representative - Korea
Min-sung PARK
YCN representative for Korea
Post-doctoral researcher in the Extreme Materials Research Institute at KIMS
Hello, fellow ceramists.
My name is Min-sung Park from South Korea (Republic of Korea). I am currently working as a post-doctoral researcher in the Extreme Materials Research Institute at KIMS.
Before entering the field of ceramics, I studied biological science during my bachelor’s program and internships. Through a meaningful turning point in my academic journey, I shifted my path toward ceramics with the guidance of my academic advisor Prof. Heesoo Lee, grounded in the belief that perspectives from different backgrounds can enrich research and foster new combinations of ideas. Following this guidance, I pursued my master’s and doctoral degrees in ceramic materials at Pusan National University.
In the early stage of my graduate studies, my work centered on stabilized zirconia (ZrO2) with various dopants and its effects on electrical and mechanical properties. Since joining KIMS in 2021 (during doctoral course), I have been developing ceramics and composites for high-temperature structural applications, based on silicon carbide (SiC).
In October 2024, the first KCerS-ECerS Joint Symposium between Korean and European Ceramic Societies was held in Seoul, where I had the memorable meeting with members from YCN. That pleasant dinner gathering after the symposium led to my participation in the second Joint Symposium in Dresden in August 2025 and created new opportunities for contributing to this community.
Through participating in research projects and conferences, I have come to appreciate how essential it is for our field to stay open, connected, and to encourage diverse viewpoints. In this meaningful capacity, I hope to help strengthen collaborations between ceramists in Korea and colleagues across the international community. Wherever you are in the community, I would be glad to connect anytime.
Dr. Min-sung Park
Last news
YCN Newsletter 31 - Event Overview - Ceramitec 2026 by YCN Committee member Petar Kotevski
YCN’s participation at ceramitec 2026 in Munich from 24th to 26th of March 2026, represented a key step in strengthening ties between young ceramic professionals, academia, and industry. The exhibition provided an international setting where research, innovation and industrial application converge, enabling meaningful engagements. Our main objective was to position YCN as an active interface connecting early-career professionals with industry leaders.
YCN Newsletter 31 - Research in Spot - Naser Hosseini
Interface Engineering: High-Temperature Interactions Between High-Entropy Ceramics and Metals.
My research explores high-temperature interactions between high-entropy ceramics (HECs) and metals, with a focus on joining strategies for extreme environments. By understanding how metals wet and react with these advanced ceramics, I aim to design reliable interfaces for applications such as composites, coatings, and ceramic joining with functional properties. This work contributes to improving the performance and durability of materials used in demanding industries such as energy, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing.
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