□ Professor Su-il In from the Department of Energy Science and Engineering at DGIST (President Kunwoo Lee) has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC).
□ Founded in 1841, the RSC is one of the world’s most prestigious chemistry societies, playing a pivotal role in advancing science, education, and research. With approximately 54,000 members worldwide, the society grants the highly regarded FRSC title to researchers with outstanding research achievements and significant scholarly contributions. This prestigious designation is a mark of excellence and leadership in the field, and it has been awarded to renowned scientists, including Nobel Prize laureates Richard F. Heck and Francis Crick.
□ Professor Su-il In earned his Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge and has held research positions at the Technical University of Denmark and Pennsylvania State University. Since joining DGIST in 2012, he has been conducting pioneering research and education in advanced interdisciplinary fields, including energy, environment, and biomedical diagnostics and treatments, utilizing nano- and bio-fusion materials. His contributions have positioned him as a leading authority in these areas.
□ His research excellence has been widely recognized and has earned him multiple prestigious academic and merit awards, including the DGIST Best Academic Award and honors from the Korean Chemical Society and the Korean Society of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry.
□ Upon receiving the FRSC title, Professor In stated, “Being elected as a Fellow of the RSC is not just a personal honor but a collective achievement shared with my research team and DGIST. I will continue striving to contribute to addressing global challenges in the energy sector.”
□ The recognition of Professor Su-il In as an FRSC highlights the international acknowledgment of his research impact and academic contributions, strengthening DGIST’s global reputation. DGIST aims to continue its innovations in energy and convergent technologies, further solidifying its position as a world-class research hub.
