Dong-Ik Kim | Materials | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Dong-Ik Kim, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, South Korea.
Dr. Dong-Ik Kim 🎓 is a Principal Research Scientist at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology 🏢, specializing in high-temperature oxidation, texture control, and advanced microscopy techniques 🔬. With a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Seoul National University 🎓, he has led groundbreaking research on grain boundary engineering and in-situ 3D analysis. His international experience includes post-doctoral fellowships in Germany 🇩🇪 and Korea 🇰🇷. An award-winning scientist 🏆, he has been honored by ASM International and invited for plenary talks at major global conferences 🌍. His expertise is shaping future energy and materials technology. ⚙️
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Education & Experience
📘 Education:
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🎓 Ph.D., Materials Science and Engineering, Seoul National University, 2002
📄 Thesis: “Statistical analysis on the development of recrystallization texture in Ti-stabilized IF steel” -
🎓 M.S., Metallurgical Engineering, Seoul National University, 1998
📄 Thesis: “Development of recrystallization texture in Ti-stabilized IF steel” -
🎓 B.S., Metallurgical Engineering, Seoul National University, 1996
🧑🔬 Professional Experience:
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🏢 Principal Research Scientist, Korea Institute of Science and Technology (2005.09–Present)
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🔬 Post-Doctoral Fellow, RWTH-Aachen, Germany (2003.09–2005.08)
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🔬 Post-Doctoral Fellow, Research Institute of Advanced Materials, SNU (2002.08–2003.08)
Suitability for the Award
Dr. Dong-Ik Kim is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his exceptional contributions to materials science and engineering. As a Principal Research Scientist at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), Dr. Kim has demonstrated sustained excellence in research, particularly in high-temperature oxidation, advanced electron microscopy, and grain boundary engineering. His innovative work and international recognition place him at the forefront of his field.
Professional Development
Dr. Dong-Ik Kim has pursued continuous professional development through cutting-edge international research collaborations 🌐 and specialized training in electron microscopy and texture analysis 🔍. His post-doctoral work in Germany expanded his expertise in metallurgical physics, while his return to Korea reinforced advanced studies in high-temperature applications 🔥 and materials innovation. At KIST, he integrates state-of-the-art microscopy techniques (EBSD, TKD, ASTAR) with in-situ and 3D SEM/FIB analysis 🧪. He frequently contributes to scientific conferences, delivers plenary talks 🗣️, and collaborates across disciplines to enhance industrial and academic impact 🏭📚.
Research Focus
Dr. Kim’s research focuses on materials behavior under extreme conditions ⚙️🔥, particularly high-temperature oxidation for solid oxide fuel cells and next-generation power systems 🔋. He specializes in electron microscopy techniques such as EBSD, TKD, and ASTAR 🔬, allowing deep insights into texture control and grain boundary engineering. His in-situ and 3D analysis using SEM & FIB enables real-time microstructural evolution studies 🧫📐. These investigations are crucial for developing durable, efficient materials in energy, aerospace, and metallurgy sectors 🌍. His work bridges fundamental science with applied materials research, enhancing material performance and sustainability ♻️.
Awards & Honors
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🛠️ Best performer during industrial training at BHEL Bhopal (2012)
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🎓 Selected for Ph.D. program at IIT Madras – Competitive admission (2019)
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🧪 Research contributor in multiple institutional projects at IIITDM Jabalpur
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🏅 Conference presentations and paper publications in mechanical engineering research
Publication Top Noted
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“Strain partitioning and mechanical stability of retained austenite” – 221 citations, 2010 📊
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“Analysis of microstructure and texture evolution in pure magnesium during symmetric and asymmetric rolling” – 179 citations, 2009 🔬
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“Asymmetric and symmetric rolling of magnesium: Evolution of microstructure, texture and mechanical properties” – 155 citations, 2012 🧪
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“The role of grain boundaries in the initial oxidation behavior of austenitic stainless steel containing alloyed Cu at 700°C for advanced thermal power plant applications” – 117 citations, 2015 🔧
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“Microstructure and mechanical properties of friction stir welded and laser welded high entropy alloy CrMnFeCoNi” – 114 citations, 2018 🛠️
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“An investigation of the corrosion behavior of 316L stainless steel fabricated by SLM and SPS techniques” – 108 citations, 2020 ⚙️
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“Preferred crystallographic pitting corrosion of pure magnesium in Hanks’ solution” – 105 citations, 2012 🧫
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“Microstructure development in mechanically alloyed yttria dispersed austenitic steels” – 94 citations, 2009 🧱

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AVIC Chengdu Aircraft Industrial (Group) CO., Ltd., Chengdu, China (2023/02–2024/05)
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His contributions to academia and industry highlight his dedication to fostering progress in mechanical engineering and composites. 


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