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2021 ~ 2025
2021 ~ 2025
2025
During the summer of 2025, I completed an internship at the Mitsubishi Chemical Group in Tokyo and Yokohama, working across three departments — the Sustainability Department, Frontier & Open Innovation, and the Science Innovation Center. During this internship, I developed a specialized chemical and material industry model and conducted a life cycle analysis (LCA) of the C2, C3, C4, and methyl methacrylate (MMA) businesses within the company. Additionally, I designed a software tool integrating techno-economic analysis (TEA) and LCA, enabling comprehensive evaluation of the environmental and economic performances of various products.
Internship in Mitsubishi Chemical Group, Tokyo
2025
In 2025, I was selected as the team leader for the NEXT Generation S&T Leaders Net, a program sponsored by the Korean Federation of Science and Technology Societies (KOFST). This initiative supports overseas Korean scientists and engineers in building research networks and advancing global collaboration in science and technology. Together with other doctoral students from Arizona State University, our group was the first team from Arizona to be selected. Through this program, we aim to strengthen research capabilities, foster innovation, and enhance academic exchange among young scientists abroad.
NEXT Generation S&T LEADERS NET
2023
In 2023, I received the Hanwha Travel Award at the AIChE Annual Meeting for my paper "Early-Stage Screening of Reaction Pathways for Innovation toward a Sustainable and Circular Chemical Industry." The award was sponsored by Hanwha Solutions Corporation and Hanwha TotalEnergies Petrochemical, marking a significant recognition of my work advancing sustainable and circular chemical processes.
Hanwha Travel Award for AIChE 2023
2023
Transfer to Arizona State University
In 2023, I transferred to Arizona State University with Professor Bakshi R. Bhavik and colleagues. This move from the East to the West marks a new phase in my academic journey, bringing fresh opportunities for collaboration and research development. I'm excited to continue working in this new Arizona State University environment.
2016 ~ 2020
2016 ~ 2020
2020
I have started my PhD at Ohio State University under the guidance of Professor Bakshi R. Bhavik. This marks an exciting new chapter in my academic journey, where I’m taking on new challenges and pursuing advanced research in the United States. I'm eager to explore new opportunities and expand my expertise in the field.
Start Ph.D. at Ohio State University
2019
Master Degree graduation
I began my master’s studies in 2017 and graduated in 2019 with a GPA of 4.43 out of 4.5. My thesis, titled "Process Synthesis and Techno-Economic Evaluation of Carbon Utilization Process: Methanol Production from Coke Oven Gas," was completed under the guidance of Professor Jiyong Kim. Throughout this journey, I was fortunate to receive valuable support from my lab members, who contributed to my learning and growth. Their guidance and collaboration helped me deepen my understanding of process design and carbon utilization, making my master’s experience both enriching and rewarding.
2018
I was honored to receive the Best Oral Presentation award at the 2018 International Conference on Process Systems Engineering (ICPSE). My research introduced process synthesis and optimization techniques aimed at designing and analyzing processes that convert various industrial by-product gases into valuable chemical products. Specifically, I focused on using by-product gases from the steel industry to co-produce methanol and electricity, demonstrating improved energy efficiency and economic performance compared to existing strategies for by-product gas utilization.
Best Oral presentation in ICPSE 2018 conference
2017
Bachelor’s Degree Graduation
I began my undergraduate studies in 2011 but took a break in 2012 to complete military service, returning to university in 2014. Upon resuming my studies, I joined the IPSE lab (advised by Dr. Jiyong Kim) in 2015 as an undergraduate researcher. This opportunity allowed me to gain valuable experience in process systems engineering and deepen my understanding of the field. With the skills and knowledge I acquired from my academic studies and lab work, I excelled academically, graduating with a GPA of 4.06 out of 4.5 and ranking 2nd in my department. My experiences during this time, from military service to hands-on research, shaped my academic and professional development.
2016
I received an award in the national 5th Korea Process Simulation Olympiad, where university students nationwide formed teams to tackle process design and analysis challenges. As the team leader, I led the project and gained valuable experience in process design using Aspen Plus. This competition helped me enhance my skills in process simulation and analysis.
5th Korea Process Simulation Olympiad
2010 ~ 2015
2010 ~ 2015
2015
Joined the IPSE lab as the undergraduate researcher
In 2015, I joined the IPSE lab as an undergraduate researcher led by Professor Jiyong Kim. During my time in the lab, I gained valuable experience in process development and simulation. I also worked with various specialized software tools, including Aspen Plus, GAMS, iHOGA, SAM, and HOMER, enhancing my technical skills and understanding of process systems engineering.
2014
From October 2012 to July 2014, I completed my mandatory military service. I served as a squad leader for some periods, leading and managing a small team. This role allowed me to develop leadership skills and work effectively in challenging situations. My military service was a valuable experience, allowing me to gain practical skills while fulfilling my duty to serve the country.
Discharged from the military
2012
Volunteering at a Horseback Riding Healing Center for Individuals with Disabilities
I surprisingly appeared on a Korean broadcast to inform the services for healing the students via horseback riding. My role was to assist students by ensuring their safety while riding and guiding the horses. This activity involved providing both emotional and physical healing for individuals with disabilities through conversation and horseback riding. You can watch the broadcast here:
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