Location History:
- Santa Clara, CA (US) (2006 - 2008)
- Albany, CA (US) (2008 - 2014)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2006-2014
Title: Innovations of Sunghoon Kwon
Introduction
Sunghoon Kwon is a notable inventor based in Albany, California. He has made significant contributions to the field of microfluidics and materials science. With a total of seven patents to his name, Kwon's work focuses on enhancing the capabilities of porous silicon substrates for improved analytical detection.
Latest Patents
Kwon's latest patents include a microfluidic system that incorporates a metal impregnated nanoporous material in a microfluidic pathway. The methods, systems, and apparatus disclosed in this patent concern metal-impregnated porous substrates. Certain embodiments of the invention detail methods for producing metal-coated porous silicon substrates that exhibit greatly improved uniformity and depth of penetration of metal deposition. This increased uniformity and depth allow for improved and more reproducible Raman detection of analytes. The methods may involve oxidation of porous silicon, immersion in a metal salt solution, drying, and thermal decomposition of the metal salt to form a metal deposit. Other embodiments may include microfluidic impregnation of porous silicon substrates with one or more metal salt solutions. Additionally, the invention encompasses apparatus and systems for Raman detection of analytes, comprising metal-coated porous silicon substrates prepared by the disclosed methods.
Career Highlights
Sunghoon Kwon is currently employed at Intel Corporation, where he continues to innovate and develop new technologies. His work has been instrumental in advancing the field of microfluidics and enhancing the performance of analytical systems.
Collaborations
Kwon collaborates with talented coworkers, including Selena Chan and Narayan Sundararajan, who contribute to his research and development efforts.
Conclusion
Sunghoon Kwon's innovative work in microfluidics and materials science has led to significant advancements in the field. His patents reflect a commitment to improving analytical detection methods, showcasing his expertise and dedication to innovation.
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