Prof. Hangue Park | Neuroprosthetics | Best Researcher Award  

Associate professor at  Sungkyunkwan University,South Korea🎓

Education 🎓:

Dr. Park completed his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a minor in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology in 2017, where his dissertation focused on gait optimization and real-time sensory feedback systems for amputee cats. He earned his Master’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Seoul National University in 2008, focusing on the design of wireless capsule endoscopy systems. Dr. Park received his Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, graduating Cum Laude, from Seoul National University in 2006. His advanced studies reflect his strong foundation in both engineering and medical technologies, equipping him to bridge the gap between technology and human health.

Work Experience 💼:

Dr. Park’s work experience spans academia, research, and industry. He is currently an Associate Professor at Sungkyunkwan University and has been affiliated with Texas A&M University as an adjunct faculty member since 2017. He was previously an Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (2017-2022). Prior to his academic career, Dr. Park worked at Samsung Electronics, where he contributed to the design of digital RF transceivers and tunable components for cellphone applications (2008-2010). Additionally, he spent time at Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology working on cutting-edge RF and oscillator designs. His industry experience informs his research, allowing him to bring practical, innovative solutions to complex biomedical challenges.

Skills 🔍

Dr. Park possesses a diverse skill set that bridges engineering, neuroscience, and medical technology. His expertise includes neuroprosthetics, motor learning and rehabilitation, human augmentation, and neural interfaces. He is skilled in developing neuromorphic circuits and bidirectional neuroprostheses, and he uses advanced computational and experimental techniques to optimize neural feedback systems. His ability to integrate electrical engineering with neuroscience allows him to approach complex problems from a multidisciplinary perspective, making him a leader in his field. He is also adept in circuit design, biomedical instrumentation, and the development of medical devices aimed at improving patients’ quality of life.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Dr. Park has received numerous accolades for his work in biomedical engineering and neuroscience. He was nominated for the COE TEES Young Faculty Fellow Award at Texas A&M University in 2022. He has also won several prestigious research awards, such as the Outstanding Research Award from the Association of Korean Neuroscientists in 2016 and the SRI Spinal Cord Injury Research Writing Prize in 2022. His poster presentations have earned top honors at several conferences, including first-place awards at Texas A&M Student Research Week and the Mission Connect Symposium. Dr. Park’s contributions have been recognized by major scientific organizations, and his work continues to impact both the academic community and industry.

🤝 Memberships:

Dr. Park is an active member of several professional organizations. He is a member of the IEEE Circuits and Systems Society, the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, and the Society for Neuroscience (SfN). He is also affiliated with the Dysphagia Research Society (DRS) and the American Heart Association (AHA). His engagement with these societies enables him to stay at the forefront of advancements in neuroprosthetics, biomedical engineering, and neuroscience. Additionally, Dr. Park serves on the editorial boards of leading journals such as IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems II and Frontiers in Neuroscience.

Teaching Experience 👩‍🏫:

Dr. Park has extensive teaching experience, primarily in the fields of biomedical engineering and electrical engineering. He currently teaches at Sungkyunkwan University and Texas A&M University, where he has mentored numerous graduate students in both research and clinical applications. He has served as the advisor and committee chair for a large number of MS and PhD students, guiding them in projects related to neuroprosthetics, neural interfaces, and rehabilitation technology. His commitment to teaching is also reflected in his leadership roles in various academic committees, including the Graduate Studies Committee at Texas A&M University.

Research Focus 🔬:

📚 Publilcation

• Underground Metal Pipeline Localization Using Low-cost Wireless Magnetic Sensors Mounted on an Excavator
  • Year: 2022
  • Journal: IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics
  • DOI: 10.1109/tie.2022.3159953
• Palatal Electrotactile Display Outperforms Visual Display in Tongue Motor Learning
  • Year: 2022
  • Journal: IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering
  • DOI: 10.1109/tnsre.2022.3156398
• Pinching Force Changes by Modulating the Interaction Gain Over the Fingertip
  • Year: 2022
  • Journal: IEEE Access
  • DOI: 10.1109/access.2022.3143837
• Challenges, Tasks, and Opportunities in Teleoperation of Excavator Toward Human-in-the-loop Construction Automation
  • Year: 2022
  • Journal: Automation in Construction
  • DOI: 10.1016/j.autcon.2021.104119
• Forehead Tactile Hallucination Is Augmented by the Perceived Risk and Accompanies Increase of Forehead Tactile Sensitivity
  • Year: 2021
  • Journal: Sensors
  • DOI: 10.3390/s21248246
• A CNN-based Method to Reconstruct 3-D Spine Surfaces from US Images in Vivo
  • Year: 2021
  • Journal: Medical Image Analysis
  • DOI: 10.1016/j.media.2021.102221