Brief Summary of Work
I am a Senior Research Fellow at Korea Environment Institute (KEI), a government-sponsored national research institute under the Office of the Prime Minister in South Korea, specializing in environmental and water policy. My research advances the field of watershed hydrology, focusing on flood and drought risk assessment, social–ecological systems, hydrology and hydraulics, integrated water resources management (IWRM), and climate change adaptation.
By examining water availability, hydro-climate variability, water quality, and ecosystem integrity, my work highlights the critical role of integrated watershed management in fostering nature-based cities and resilient societies. I also explore strategies for sustainable natural resource governance that can contribute to addressing global water and environmental challenges. Ultimately, my research underscores the importance of advancing integrated water governance to manage complex water-related risks, enhance ecological sustainability, and strengthen adaptive capacity in an era of increasing climate uncertainty. (ReWater Lab (Resilient Water Systems Lab))
Research Areas
Regional Frequency Analysis
Water-related Disaster Risk Assessment
River Basin Evolution Modeling
AI-based Hydrological Modeling
Impact of Climate Change on Hydrology
Flood Resilience/Stream Resilience
Integrated Water Management
Climate Change Adaptation