Dr. Yoongu Kang, Seoul National University, South Korea.
Dr. Yoongu Kang is a postdoctoral fellow at Seoul National University, specializing in metallurgical processes and alloy development through computational thermodynamics. With a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Seoul National University, he has authored multiple publications, including research on surface tension models of metallic melts. Prior to his current role, he gained industry experience as a Junior Production Engineer at 5N Plus Inc. in Canada. Dr. Kang’s commitment to advancing materials science is complemented by his mentorship of graduate students, making significant contributions to both academic research and industry applications.
Publication profile
Education
- Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering
Seoul National University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
09/2017 – 08/2023
- Dissertation: Predictive thermodynamic model for surface tension of metallic melts
- B.Eng. in Materials Engineering with 12-month Co-op internship
McGill University, Montreal, Canada
09/2011 – 08/2015
- Internship at 5N Plus Inc. (Dept. Micro Powder)
- Internship at McGill University (P2[AM]2 Lab.)
- Internship at FPInnovations (Dept. Bio-refinery)
Experience
- Postdoctoral Fellow
Dept. of Materials Science and Engineering
Seoul National University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
09/2023 – Present
- Conducting research on metallurgical processes and alloy development using computational thermodynamics.
- Collaborating with the research team to design experiments and analyze data.
- Mentoring graduate students on their research projects.
- Junior Production Engineer
Dept. of Micro Powder
5N Plus Inc., Montreal, Canada
09/2015 – 06/2017
- Executed production processes and maintained operations in the Micro Powder department.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production processes with quality standards.
- Monitored and optimized manufacturing parameters to enhance product quality and cost-effectiveness.
Suitability For The Award
Dr. Yoongu Kang is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his significant contributions to the field of Materials Science and Engineering. His research in computational thermodynamics and alloy development, combined with his practical experience in production engineering, positions him as an influential figure in the advancement of metallurgical processes.
Professional Development
Dr. Kang has honed his expertise through diverse internships and postdoctoral research. His hands-on experience includes establishing laboratories, conducting high-temperature experiments, and utilizing advanced analytical techniques such as calorimetry and metallography. Proficient in software tools like FactSage for computational thermodynamics and Python for data analysis, he effectively bridges theory and practice in materials science. Dr. Kang actively engages in mentoring graduate students, fostering a collaborative research environment, and contributes to the scientific community through impactful publications and presentations.
Research Focus
Dr. Yoongu Kang’s research focuses on metallurgical processes, particularly the development of predictive thermodynamic models to understand surface tension in metallic melts. His work employs computational thermodynamics and experimental methodologies to explore the phase behavior and properties of various alloys, contributing to advancements in materials design and processing. Through his investigations, Dr. Kang aims to enhance alloy production techniques and optimize material performance, particularly in applications where precise control over thermal and physical properties is critical. His research is crucial for advancing knowledge in materials science and engineering.
Awards and Honors
- Best Paper Award (2022)
For “Critical thermodynamic assessment of Mo–C, Mo–N, and Mo–C–N systems, and its application to Mo carbo-nitride synthesis,” Journal of Materials Research.
- Graduate Research Fellowship
Awarded by Seoul National University for outstanding research performance during Ph.D. studies.
- McGill University Co-op Award
Recognized for exceptional performance during internship at 5N Plus Inc.
- Honors for Academic Excellence
Awarded for maintaining a high GPA throughout the B.Eng. program at McGill University.
Publications
- Model for Surface Tension of Pure Liquid Metals: Revisit to Iida’s Model
Kang, Y., Jung, I.-H. (2024) – Cited by: 0
- Investigation of Mechanical and Corrosion Properties of New Mg-Zn-Ga Amorphous Alloys for Biomedical Applications
Bazhenov, V.E., Gorobinskiy, M.V., Bazlov, A.I., … Jung, I.-H. (2024) – Cited by: 0
- Critical Thermodynamic Assessment of Mo–C, Mo–N, and Mo–C–N Systems, and Its Application to Mo Carbo-Nitride Synthesis
Kang, Y., Paek, M.-K., Jung, I.-H. (2022) – Cited by: 1
- Anomalous Dimensionality-Driven Phase Transition of MoTe2 in Van der Waals Heterostructure
Ryu, H., Lee, Y., Kim, H.-J., … Son, Y.-W., Lee, G.-H. (2021) – Cited by: 20