Seokmin Shin
My research interests lie in understanding the fundamental driving forces behind complex electrochemical phenomena. I aim to bridge macroscopic experimental observations with precise physicochemical frameworks. Guided by rigorous thermodynamic derivations, I strive to decouple complex interfacial charge transport, chemical capacitance, and hidden kinetic behaviors across various electrochemical processes.
Key Milestones & Topics
Fitting Specific Reaction Intermediates
Overcame linear scaling relationships (LSRs) via atomic-scale spacing and self-tandem active sites to drive complex multi-reactant electrocatalysis.
Gordon Research Conference
Presented research on electrochemical C-N bond formation from Carbon Dioxide and Nitrogen Oxygenates.
Samsung Human-Tech Award
Received paper awards from Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology for outstanding research.
Latest Reflections
All PostsThe Curve We Cannot Read: On the Structural Indistinguishability of Interfacial Kinetics
Why Butler–Volmer, its resistance-corrected cousins, and Marcus–Hush–Chidsey/CIET kinetics all agree near equilibrium, diverge only where the data cannot yet be trusted, and what breaking that degeneracy would require.
The Number We Agree to Trust: pH and the Architecture of Convention
On individual ion activities, the Bates–Guggenheim convention, chemical capacitance, and why the questions we ask about battery kinetics might be arriving one step too early.
Meet Coco!
My deeply beloved puppy, Coco, who acts as my Principal Paw-vestigator and provides endless emotional support during long hours of research.
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