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Found a key material for next-generation secondary batteries in Antarctica
Professor Lee Seul-ah of the Department of Convergence Bio and New Material Engineering conducted a joint study with Dr. Yoon Eui-joong of the Polar Research Institute to discover key materials for next-generation secondary batteries in Antarctica.
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Research
Undergraduate Research Leads to Publication in SCIE Journal
An undergraduate research opportunity sparked a lasting interest in scientific explorationA research team led by Professor Yoonseok Park at the Department of Advanced Materials Engineering has developed a bio-inspired magnetic heart valve system capable of precisely regulating blood flow using magnetic fields. The results were published in the high-impact journal Advanced Materials (Impact Factor 27.4) under the title, “Bio-Inspired, Miniaturized Magnetic Heart Valve System for Superior Performance Cardiovascular Simulator.” The project is particularly meaningful as it began during the undergraduate research experience of Student Jeongmin Yoo (Advanced Materials, ’19), the paper’s first author. Student Yoo continued the work for over two years and has since decided to pursue graduate studies to further his research. Inspired by the structure of the human aortic valve, the system mimics the tricuspid flap geometry using an elastic silicone composite embedded with neodymium magnetic microparticles. The valve responds sensitively to external magnetic fields, allowing for precise control of its opening and closing. By programmatically adjusting the direction and strength of the electromagnets, the system can simulate a variety of blood pressure conditions. Compactly designed, the newly developed device is one-tenth the size of conventional cardiovascular simulators, which rely on bulky mechanical hydraulic components and controllers. Its lightweight and miniaturized form is expected to play a vital role in clinical testing for biomedical technologies and next-generation wearable electronics. Student Yoo plans to continue his research in graduate school, focusing on developing micro-scale 3D electronic devices that incorporate magnetic particles to replicate movement within the body. “This simulator allows us to evaluate blood pressure monitoring electronics without relying on human trials,” he said. “That’s a major step forward for bioelectronic research. Looking ahead, I hope to integrate a cardiovascular simulator into humanoid robots to help replicate human physiological characteristics.” Student Yoo first joined the lab during the 2022 winter break, driven by a growing interest in biotechnology. Balancing academic coursework with hands-on lab work was challenging, but it gave him a clear sense of direction. “Taking the advanced independent study course gave me the chance to think seriously about research—even as an undergrad,” he said. “I kept pushing myself to explore the topic more deeply and imagine where it could lead.” Reflecting on his experience, Student Yoo said that the desire to achieve meaningful results kept him going through difficult times. “I’m incredibly grateful to my advisor, Professor Park, for believing in my potential, and to my lab members who supported me throughout. To future students, I’d say this: materials science has wide-reaching applications. Stay curious and open-minded—it’ll take you farther than you think.”
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Global eminence
Kyung Hee Launches New Initiative to Revitalize Overseas Alumni Network, Starting in Vietnam
Provost for External Affairs Jong-Bok Kim and staff of the Office of Development and External Affairs visited Vietnam to meet Kyung Hee alums Members of Kyung Hee community in Vietnam recently gathered in Ho Chi Minh City. At the end of February 2025, Provost for External Affairs Jong-Bok Kim, along with staff from the Office of Development and External Affairs, visited Vietnam to meet and reconnect with our alumni. On February 26, the delegation hosted an alumni association meeting for Korean graduates residing in Vietnam, followed by a separate gathering on February 27 for Vietnamese alumni who had studied at Kyung Hee in Korea. This visit marked the first step in revitalizing the overseas alumni network, which had remained largely dormant since the COVID-19 pandemic. Sharing Kyung Hee’s vision with alumni in Vietnam At the alumni association meeting on February 26, 18 Kyung Hee alumni currently active in the Ho Chi Minh City warmly welcomed the delegation. As part of the gathering, they screened Review 2024, a video outlining the University’s current development status, and shared insights into its future developmental direction. In his welcoming speech, Provost Kim reaffirmed Kyung Hee’s commitment to reconnecting with its global alumni network, which had weakened during the pandemic. “We will rebuild the overseas alumni network that has been disrupted since COVID-19,” he stated. He also announced plans to extend these efforts beyond Vietname, adding, “Starting with this visit, we will create opportunities to meet alumni in Japan, the United States, and other countries.” Alum Woo-Seok Song (English Language and Literature, ’92), President of the Kyung Hee Alumni Association in Vietnam, said, “When we first established the Kyung Hee Alumni Association in Vietnam, it took a while for everyone to feel at ease with one another. But now, we all feel like a big family. We will continue to support active exchanges among our global alumni.” During the event, attendees reminisced about their university days and pledged to foster collaboration and strengthening the alumni community. Global alumni who are active in universities, corporations, and other areas build cooperative relationships that extend beyond personal connections On the following day, February 27, a special event was held for Vietnamese global alumni who had studied abroad in Korea. This gathering served as an expression of gratitude to those who have brought distinction to Kyung Hee through their outstanding achievements in their home country. A total of 26 alumni, primarily based in the Ho Chi Minh City area, attended the event. Among them were graduates with bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in diverse fields of study such as Korean language & literature, media, business, chemical engineering, biotechnology, and computer engineering. Many have established themselves in Vietnam as university professors, employees of major corporations, and researchers at leading IT firms. Provost Kim emphasized the enduring tradition of the “Kyung Hee Family,” urging global alumni to stay connected beyond graduation. He said, “As you enter society after graduation, I hope you will uphold the spirit of the Kyung Hee Family and work together for the growth of both the University and the global alumni network.” He further reassured attendees that the University remains committed to supporting its global alumni, stating, “We will continue to explore way to meet the needs of our alumni abroad,” while encouraging their ongoing interest and engagement with their alma mater. The Vietnamese alumni who had studied abroad at Kyung Hee also welcomed the visit of their alma mater. Alum Minh Xuan Nguyen (Master’s in Plant Molecular Systems Biotechnology), Vice President of the Kyung Hee Alumni Association in Vietnam, said, “It means a great deal that representatives of my alma mater travelled to Vietnam to meet us. I hope we can continue to support the University’s development through ongoing exchanges and collaboration.” This visit to Vietnam was part of the University’s commitment to fostering a strong global alumni network. Provost Kim emphasized, “Today’s alumni association serves a purpose beyond personal friendships and camaraderie. It represents an important opportunity to expand Kyung Hee’s global reach through its alumni abroad.” The Office of External Affairs plans to implement various initiatives to strengthen ties with global alumni associations and enhance the solidarity of Kyung Hee graduates worldwide.
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Academic
Pioneering the New Path to Intellectual Property with Creativity and Analysis
Students from the Department of Industrial and Management Systems Engineering—Seok-Hoon Lee (Master's), Jun-Yong Lee (Undergraduate), and Min-Kyu Park (Undergraduate)—won the Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy Award (4th place overall) in the patent strategy establishment category of the 2024 Campus Patent Universiade (CPU). The Campus Patent Universiade is Korea's largest industry-academia intellectual property competition, where university students present practical solutions for actual patent-related issues faced by companies and research institutes. In this year’s competition, Kyung Hee student teams collectively won a total of six awards Presenting new patent strategy tailored to Korea on urban air mobility technology The task assigned to the students in this competition was to develop an analysis framework that can explore and identify promising technologies in the urban air mobility (UAM) field and propose patent strategies for Korean companies. Student Jun-yong Lee explained their approach, “First, we did a broad analysis of current patents held by competitors and companies to identify technologies that are gaining attention in the UAM field and predict emerging future trends.” Since major aerospace companies, including Airbus and Boeing, hold numerous patents in all areas of UAM, it is often difficult to identify the crucial key aspect of technological development that will lead to the next breakthrough in the field. Therefore, conducting a comprehensive analysis of broader trends in emerging technology is essential. Student Seok-hoon Lee elaborated, “We closely examined patents from new up-and-coming companies specializing in electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOL) like Joby Aviation, Archer Aviation, and Volocopter, as part of our efforts to have a clear grasp on the latest technology trends and market competition situations in each country.” Student Park emphasized, “In addition to patents, we enhanced the reliability of our data and deepened our analysis by referencing latest news articles such as the operation of air taxis at the 2024 Paris Olympics to examine UAM technology in action as well as significant academic papers on specialized UAM technologies.” Patent analysis and strategy development by putting classroom methodology into practice In the patent analysis process, the team applied the methodology learned in class and through undergraduate research activities. Analyzing patent documents requires a special approach to derive necessary information, as they are often unstructured and irregular. Therefore, the team used various analysis methodologies including text mining, topic modeling, and GTM to identify key topics within patent documents of competitors and companies. Through this process, they identified “blank technology fields,” where related technologies have not yet been patented in the market, enabling them to pinpoint promising innovation opportunities. In addition, the team conducted a quantitative analysis of patent application trends by country, market size, and technology flow to predict high-potential markets. They also proposed investment priorities based on Korea’s technological strengths, global competitive landscape, and potential collaboration strategies among companies. The proposed patent strategy received high marks for its effective use of analytical methodologies and practical applicability in industry. Student Jun-yong Lee said, “As a result of the evaluation by patent attorneys, we received positive feedback that this strategy can be fully applied in industrial settings.” Professor Hyunhong Choi remarked, “While other teams relied on conventional methodologies, our students distinguished themselves by integrating multiple patent analysis techniques and proposing a new analytical framework to support policy decision-making.” Student-centered mentoring was the driving force behind success In addition to the students’ efforts, Professor Choi’s guidance also played a crucial role in this success. He explained, “I mentored the students to ensure their ideas stood out while being fully compliant with the competition’s evaluation criteria. Since there were many other teams working on the same problem, I emphasized differentiation. My goal was to set a clear overall direction that would help the students maximize their own capabilities.” Kyung Hee achieved outstanding results at the Campus Patent Universiade for two consecutive years. In particular, the Department of Industrial and Management Systems Engineering has consistently produced winning teams, demonstrating once again its reputation for excellence in industry-academia collaboration and intellectual property research. Students Seok-hoon Lee, Jun-yong Lee, and Min-gyu Park expressed their commitment to take on more challenges and achieve successes through their continued studies and research.
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