KSEA LETTERS
Journal of the Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association
october 2011
Vol. 40 No. 1 (Serial No. 215)
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table of contents
Editorial Note 3
Message from the 40th President
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Message from the KOFST President 5
Highlights of UKC 2011
Opening and Welcoming Remarks
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Congratulatory Remarks 7
Congratulatory & Closing Remakrs 9
Technical Program Summary Report10
Keynote Speakers12
Plenary Speakers13
Dinner Speakers14
Select Invited Sessions16
Select Forums20
Technical Group Sessions24
Poster Award Winners25
Post-UKC 2011 Comments26
Testimonials28
Featured Articles
President of KSEA visits the Scientist of the Year- Celina Lee
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Graphene: Laboratory Scale Realization of Quasi Relativistic Quantum Physics- Philip Kim 32
The Cool Asphalt Pavement: A Window to the Eco-Friendly Future- Hosin “David” Lee
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Technical Articles
Battles inside Cells; Protection of Genome for Survival- Kyungjae Myung
Computational Evaluation of Mitral Valve Dynamics- Hyunggun Kim 36
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Technical Note
Grant Writing for National Institutes of Health- Bettie Graham
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Sponsor News41
Woojin Scholarship
Announcement 42
In Memory of Kane43
KSEA Awards 2011
Recipients44
Acceptance Notes45
KSEA Organizational Structure71
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KSEA LETTERS Vol. 40 No. 1 October 2011
KSEA letters: the premiere technical journal of ksea
[Byungkyu “Brian” Park, Jaehoon Yu, and Hyunggun Kim (From left to Right in the
picture below); Publication Directors]
KSEA LETTERS
Vol. 40 No. 1 (Serial No. 215)
October 2011
Publisher and Editor
Hosin “David” Lee
Editorial Board
John Kim
Philip Kim
Luke Lee
Hongkun Park
Publications Directors
Byungkyu “Brian” Park
Hyunggun Kim
Jaehoon Yu
Staff Editor
Euna Yoon
Staff Designer
Yoon Hee Chang
Publication Date
October 2011
UKC 2011, dubbed as the “US-Korea Summit on Science and Engineering of 40 years”, was held in Park
City, Utah, Aug. 10 – 14, 2011. This issue summarizes
the highlights of the UKC 2011 conference that had
a special meaning since it celebrated the 40 years of
KSEA. The atmosphere at the conference was both
professional and cultural, topped with the Utah Symphony Orchestra’s 1812 Overture on the lawn with
big bangs of cannons. We summarized congratulatory remarks from President Myungbak Lee delivered by Vice Minister Chang-kyung Kim and from other dignitaries and
keynote presentations by Dr. Mario Capecchi, 2007 Nobel laureate and other world
renowned scholars.
This KSEA LETTERS, the first issue of the 40th Administration, shifted its gear to be
truly recognized as the premier technical journal of KSEA. First, we have formed a new
editorial board with world renowned scholars, and it is our privilege to introduce new
editorial board members:
John Kim, Rockwell Collins Distinguished Professor of Mechanical and
Aerospace Engineering at UCLA. His research area is numerical simulation of transitional and turbulent flows, physics and control of turbulent
flows, and numerical algorithms for large-scale scientific computations.
He is a member of National Academy of Engineering (NAE).
Philip Kim, Professor of Physics at Columbia University. His research
area is condensed matter physics with an emphasis on physical properties
and applications of nanoscale low-dimensional materials. He is the KSEA
Scientist of the Year (2011).
Luke Lee, Arnold and Barbara Silverman Distinguished Professor of Bioengineering at UC Berkeley. His research areas are bionanoscience and
nanomedicine for global healthcare and personalized medicine. He is
the Director of the Biomedical Institute of Global Healthcare Research &
Technology (BIGHEART)
Hongkun Park, Professor of Chemistry and Chemical Biology at Harvard University. His research area is incorporation of individual molecules and nanostructures into electronic, optoelectronic, and plasmonic
devices. He is a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement
of Science (AAAS).
Second, we started the featured article section and invited Prof. Philip Kim and KSEA
President Hosin Lee to write about from Grephene to Asphalt. Ms. Celina Kim wrote
an interview article about Prof. Philip Kim when President Lee visited Prof. Kim to
deliver the KSEA Scientist of the Year Award plaque.
Published by the Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association. All rights
reserved. No part of this publication may be
reproduced, in any form or any means, without the prior written permission of KSEA.
Third, we solicited two technical articles from rising young scholars: Dr. Kyungjae
Myung at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Prof. Hyunggun Kim at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, an R01 Grant recipient from the
NIH as a new investigator. Dr. Bettie Graham of NIH wrote a note on how to write a
winning grant proposal.
KSEA assumes no responsibility for statements and opinions expressed in this publication.
Our goal is to produce the KSEA LETTERS not only technically challenging, but also
informative to everyone in science and engineering community in USA and Korea. We
hope we are in the right direction.
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message from the 40th president
A New Era for KSEA Has Just Begun!
It is my greatest honor to serve you for one year from July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012, and already a
quarter has passed. During the past three months, together, we had a blast in Utah; published two
electronic newsletters called Scripta and signed MOU’s with KEIT, KRISS, KICTEP, KETEP and NFRI.
These MOU’s are very significant because they will lead to cooperative activities such as the exchange
of researchers, joint projects, technical training and consulting opportunities for our members. You
will see the culmination of all our efforts during the past three months in this technically enhanced
KSEA Journal called LETTERS.
A new era for KSEA of forty years has just begun! Yes, KSEA has been recognized as one of the mainstream American societies, where the new editorial board of the LETTERS is composed of the world
renowned scholars from Harvard, Columbia, UC Berkeley and UCLA. At the UKC 2011, many American companies such as GE Health, Varian, SIEMENS, AZZ, ODNI, and Pacific Group, had exhibition
40th KSEA President,
booths aimed at recruiting Korean-American scientists and engineers. Additional sponsorships came
Hosin “David” Lee
from Qualcomm, Solar Turbines and Utah State. The UKC 2011 attracted more dignitaries than any
other American society meeting. To name just a few, Associate Director Coyle of the White House’s
OSTP, Administrator Appel of RITA at USDOT, Commissioner Stoll of Patent at OSPTO, PCAST Member Gates, and 2007 Nobel
Laureate Capecchi were in attendance. The UKC 2011 program was featured at the Utah’s MMS TV Network, KPCW radio station
and Park Record newspaper. In addition, a short video was made about the UKC 2011, which was posted at YouTube and has since
attracted a record number of hits. KSEA also represented the interests of Korean-ethnic populations on the Heritage Community
Liaison Council that coordinates outreach and recruiting activities of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI).
There is no other professional society that provides more monetary benefits to their members than KSEA. But, it is time for KSEA
to take another step forward and begin to provide more career enhancing benefits to its members than any other professional
society in America. As pledged during the election, I shall revitalize KSEA as an organization of greater bond, trust and hope. I
shall do anything within my capacity, with distinguished senior members in each discipline, to help our younger members succeed
professionally in both America and Korea. It is time for this great association to rise up and fulfill its true destiny: to be a premier
technical society respected by all scientists and engineers in America.
Yes, thanks to over seventy sponsors, we broke the fund raising record for the UKC. No, we did not spend all in organizing the
UKC 2011. That means, now, more fund is available for local chapter activities, regional conferences, APS specialty conferences,
National Math and Science Competition (NMSC), the 8th Young Generation Technical and Leadership Conference (YGTLC) in San
Francisco targeting 2nd Generation Koreans and a new Korean Student Technical and Leadership Conference (KSTLC) targeting
1st Generation Koreans. I would like to record my indebtedness to the KOFST and the sponsors from Korea. Without their support,
these would not be possible.
I believe the world can be divided into two categories: things that you like to do, and things that you have to do. It is time to do what
you have to do, in order to do what you like to do, through KSEA . Yes, it is time to renew your membership through www.ksea.org.
One former president has told me that I broke all kinds of records. Records are meant to be broken and they should continue to be
broken. But, the record that I would like to keep is becoming the President from one of the smallest chapters with hardly more than
thirty members while setting a new record in the voting rate (40% of the eligible voting members casted ballots).. Yes, I shall always
remember that I am the small-town President with a broad-based support across America. I will strive to remain as the corn-root
President with humility, perseverance and positive attitude.
All my loving I will send to you
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message from the kofst president
Outstanding Management of the Conference Program:
from the Heightened Quality to the Fitting Finale
Distinguished participants,
On behalf of the Korean Federation of Science and Technology Societies (KOFST) and as the Co-Chair
of the Organizing Committee for the US-Korea Conference on Science, Technology, & Entrepreneurship 2011 (UKC 2011), I’d like to express my sincere gratitude to all the participants of this conference.
I’d like to also extend my heartfelt thanks to Dr. Hosin Lee, President of the Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association (KSEA) and his colleagues for the successful organization of the UKC
2011.
Most notably, President Lee Myung-bak delivered a congratulatory message in light of the 40th anniversary of KSEA, recognizing and encouraging Korean-American scientists and engineers for their
excellent work and contributions. The president’s words were an inspiration and heightened the pride
and stature of the well-deserving scientists.
President of the KOFST
Sang-Dai Park
For the first time, the “Overseas Korean Scientists and Engineers of theYear Award,” has been established in the US by KOFST,
meant to recognize and honor Korean-American scientists and engineers excelling in their fields. The awards include the Minister’s Award from the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology, the KOFST Presidential Award and the MK Business News
Presidential Award.
Moreover, the outstanding management of the conference program was noteworthy. The keynote speeches and presentations by
renowned figures and policy makers from Korea and the US in the science and technology field served to heighten the quality of
the program. Senator Paull Shin’s dinner speech about Korea, his home country, was a touching message that moved the hearts of
guests, many of whose eyes were filled with tears.
In addition, a plenary lecture by Prof. Philip Kim of Columbia University, who is acknowledged as a potential Nobel Laureate, an
impressive presentation on ultra program by Prof. Don-hee Ham of Harvard University, and an engaging dinner lecture on convergence studies by Dr. Kil-choo Moon, President of KIST, were significant moments of the conference. KSEA President Hosin
Lee and his brother’s performance during the closing dinner ceremony generated an exciting atmosphere, making a fitting finale
for the UKC 2011.
I have no doubt that this conference could provide a meaningful platform for scientists and engineers in Korea and the US to share
information regarding scientific issues and discuss future plans for cooperation.
As the Co-Chair of this conference, along with KSEA, KOFST will continuously work on the cooperation and the development
of science and technologies among Korean people. KOFST will dedicate its utmost efforts to accelerate the establishment of the
global network of Korean scientists and engineers by supporting and increasing the exchange among second and third generation
Koreans. KOFST will continuously seek to serve the Korean scientists and engineers’ community, helping to contribute in making
Korea a science and technology powerhouse.
Furthermore, with the aim of elevating national competitiveness, KOFST will launch conferences to gather Korean scientists and
engineers not only in Korea or the US but also in Europe, Canada, and Asia, providing a platform to get together and share insights
and wisdom.
Once again, I would like to thank the organizing staff, volunteers of KSEA who have made this event possible. I’d also like to
convey my deepest respect and gratitude to former presidents of KSEA who have participated until the closing of the conference.
I wish you all the best luck and happiness. Thank you.
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opening and welcoming remarks
Hosin “David” Lee, President of KSEA
President Lee began by describing the theme of US-Korea Summit on Science and Engineering of 40 years celebrating the
40th Anniversary of KSEA, together with KOFST and KUSCO. He noted that over 1,000 people were in attendance for 4
plenary sessions, 18 invited sessions, 13 technical group sessions, 19 forums, 150 posters, and 41 exhibition booths. He
expressed his indebtedness to President Sang-Dai Park of KOFST, various organizing committees and volunteers and a
sincere appreciation to 70 sponsors and said, “without their support, this conference would not have been possible.” He
gave three charges to participants: 1) learn cutting-edge technologies, 2) renew bonding with colleagues and 3) enjoy the
Utah’s stunning nature. He ended by saying, “When we depart, I would like to hear you say ‘I had a blast in Utah!’”
Sang-Dai Park, President of KOFST
Sang-Dai Park first expressed his sincere gratitude to all of the participants and guests in attendance at UKC 2011 for their
hard work and perseverance. He noted that since its founding in 1971, KSEA has grown into an immensely successful
alliance between the US and Korea, making contributions not only in sciences and engineering, but also in mainstream
society, where it has helped create math competitions, scholarships for students and conferences like UKC that inspire
talented and motivated individuals. He stressed that one of the most important missions of KOFST is to take a pivotal role
in converging Korea’s scientific intelligence and skills scattered around the world. As the co-host of the UKC, he reminded
the audience that the UKC 2011 is an invaluable opportunity to improve scientific technology and enhance cooperation
between the US and Korea.
Se-jung Oh, President of National Research Foundation of Korea
President Oh expressed his sincere gratitude to the organizing members of the event and noted that KSEA, KOFST and
KUSCO have helped to make tremendous strides in promoting collaboration between scientists and engineers in Korea
and the US. He compared the pivotal role that KSEA has played in the exchange and development of technology between
the two nations to the construction of the Gyeongbu Expressway in Korea in 1968, which helped to spur rapid economic
growth throughout the country. President Oh concluded his remarks with a confident proclamation that continued commitment and cooperation between the US and Korea will lead to a brighter future.
Orrin G. Hatch, US Senator
While Senator Hatch could not be present at the conference, he was able to deliver a message to those in attendance via a
video recording, in which he remarked such use of technology was fitting given the nature of the event and the business
opportunities that it would provide to both Korea and the US in the fields of science and technology. He emphasized the
importance of trade between the two nations, noting that Korea is Utah’s 7th largest export market. He also explained that
future trade agreements with Korea would support and create jobs in his home state of Utah as well as foster economic
growth in both nations. Senator Hatch concluded his remarks by stating his excitement at the possibilities that the UKC
2011 provided and encouraging all of the participants to enjoy the beauty of Park City.
Yong Nak Lee, 10th President of KSEA
Dr. Lee explained that over the past four decades the focal points of KSEA have evolved from a “simple pipeline for talent,” into the development of a cooperative relationship aimed at strengthening the important linkage between Korea and
the US. He also pointed to the strong contributions that KSEA has made in improving the economy and quality of life in
Korea, culminating in the nation’s inclusion into the G20. Dr. Lee announced the establishment of the KSEA history committee, which aims at collecting data on the history of KSEA and its contributions to science and technology.
Eric Hutchings, Utah State House of Representatives
State Representative Hutchings took time to congratulate Korea on being awarded the honor of hosting the 2018 Winter
Olympics. He described about many opportunities brought to Utah by hosting the 2002 Winter Olympics and wished
Korea the same success in their future experience with the event. He welcomed the distinguished group of scientists and
businessmen who were in attendance at the UKC to his home state of Utah and expressed his sincere hope that the site
of the conference would make everyone feel welcomed and continue to foster the genuine sense of partnership between
Korea and the US.
Sung Wan Kim, Member of Institute of Medicine and National Academy of Engineering
Dr. Kim spoke about the history of KSEA and its growth over the last four decades into an organization that now consists
of over 5,000 dedicated members. He attributed much of Korea’s massive economic growth over that same time span to
the sacrifices made by Korean scientists and engineers, especially those who have taken the difficult path to be educated
in the US. Dr. Kim also took time to introduce the conference attendees to some of the natural wonders of Utah and other
parts of the American Southwest, including the Yellowstone National Park and the Great Salt Lake.
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Congratulatory Remarks
Congratulatory Remarks by
President Lee, Myung-bak of Republic of Korea
at the KSEA’s 40th Anniversary Ceremony during the
2011 U.S.-Korea Conference on Science, Technology and Entrepreneurship
Distinguished members of the Korean‐American Scientists & Engineers Association and ladies and
gentlemen,
I wholeheartedly congratulate you on the opening of the 2011 US-Korea Conference on Science,
Technology and Entrepreneurship. I understand that the UKC, which has been annually held since
1994, is the largest academic conference for Korean‐American scientists and engineers, and at the
same time, serves as a meaningful venue where prominent scientists from Korea and the United
States can seek ways to best cooperate. I am deeply grateful to President Hosin Lee and all the Korean‐American scientists and
engineers, who are providing unceasing encouragement and support for the advancement of Korea’s science and technology.
Distinguished ladies and gentlemen,
Since the conclusion of the Korea‐US Science and Technology Cooperation Agreement in 1976, our two countries have become
very close, longstanding partners. In the past, Korea set foot on a journey toward nation building through science and technology
based on cooperation with the United States and many other countries. Korea has now emerged as a science and technology powerhouse, which ranks fifth in science and 14th in technology in terms of the IMD competitiveness ranking. I understand that the
UKC 2011 is being held under the theme of “US‐Korea Summit on Science and Engineering of 40 years” with a view to reviewing
the achievements of science and technology cooperation between Korea and the United States over the past four decades. Now is the
time for the scientists and engineers of Korea and the United States to work together as partners in the interests of the co-prosperity of all peoples and write a new chapter in history looking ahead another 40 years. I hope the UKC will evolve into a consultative
body for science and technology that will lead global science and technology trends beyond the boundaries of bilateral exchanges.
Distinguished scientists and engineers,
Science and technology is the door to the future and a shortcut that can lead
us to move toward becoming a leading, advanced country. Core technologies
and convergence technologies will open the door to the future. The International Science and Business Belt, which is being launched in earnest from
this year in Korea, will help realize the value of convergence in the 21st century. It will also surely expedite our march toward the advancement beyond
industrialization. I hope the scientists and engineers gathered here today will
pool their strength and wisdom so that the Science and Business Belt will
become a magnet for leading scientists worldwide and serve as a cradle of
creative knowledge conducive to the future of humanity and the planet earth.
Once more, I congratulate you on the successful opening of the UKC 2011
and on the 40th anniversary of the KSEA.
Mr. Changkyung Kim delivered President Myung-bak
Thank you very much.
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Lee’s congratulatory remarks at the KSEA’s 40th Anniversary Ceremony during the UKC 2011.
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UKC 2011
Congratulatory Remarks
Dae-Whan Chang, Chairman of Maeil Business Newspaper and mbn TV
Chairman Chang expressed his belief that the cooperation between the US and Korea, fostered by the UKC 2011, would bring
about a win-win situation between the two countries and that the passage of new free trade agreements would help to strengthen the relationship they share in science and technology. He also spoke about his new book, “One Asia Momentum,” and discussed the current financial situation as well as the role the US has played in training many Korean scientists and engineers.
Geun Hye Park, Congresswoman of the Korean National Assembly
While Congresswoman Park could not be in attendance at the conference, she was able to leave a message for those in attendance, calling them the biggest assets of not only the US and Korea but of the entire world. Her message conveyed to
the members of KSEA that she holds their contributions in the highest regard and considers the organization to be the
headquarters of Korean scientists and engineers.
Sang-Kee Suh, Congressman of the Korean National Assembly
Congressman Suh remarked that this conference was a special occasion personally because his son was in attendance as
a new member of KSEA. He explained that his role as a member of the National Assembly is to encourage and support
Koreans in building and enhancing the relationship between Korea and the US. He noted that he has attended UKC every
year since becoming a member of the National Assembly in 2004 to emphasize the importance of the relationship between
Korea and the US.
Eunhee Bae, Congresswoman of the Korean National Assembly
In her congratulatory remarks, Congresswoman Bae explained how the knowledge and friendships that she acquired while
studying in the US have aided her tremendously throughout her career as a researcher and a member of the Korean National Assembly. She expressed her belief that the existence of KSEA promotes the prosperity of both nations and helps to
break down the walls that exist between them.
Young-ah Park, Congresswoman of the Korean National Assembly
Congresswoman Park explained that while attending last year’s conference she came to realize its tremendous importance
as a means of sharing knowledge and creating prosperity in both the US and Korea. By learning from one another, she explained both the US and Korea have benefited greatly over the last several decades. She emphasized that many in attendance
had helped to pave the way for large scale support for the sciences at the national level in Korea.
Jong Kul Lee, Congressman of the Korean National Assembly
Congressman Lee began by sharing a light-hearted moment with his former high school classmate and Chair of the UKC
2011, Professor Hosin Lee. He went on to describe some of the history of KSEA and the progress that it has made over the
years. He encouraged the continued dedication of the scientists and engineers who have worked to make KSEA and the
UKC 2011 such a success and expressed his hope that advancements would continue to be made well into the future.
Hwa Dong Kim, Standing Commissioner of National Science and Technology Commission (NSTC)
Commissioner Kim began by stating that over the past 40 years, KSEA has served as a cornerstone of science and technology exchange between the US and Korea. He praised KSEA’s contributions to the rapid economic development and democratization of Korea and expressed confidence in its pivotal role in future cooperation between the two nations. He explained
the emergence of the NSTC and its goal of utilizing the scientific and technological power of the 21st century. He concluded
with his hope that UKC would serve as an opportunity to solidify the strong partnership between the US and Korea.
Yang-ho Chung, Director General of MKE
Director General Chung observed that innovation is essential in achieving sustainable economic growth in Korea and
that fostering innovation requires close collaboration with other leading countries like the US. He expressed his belief that
Korean-American scientists and engineers are in a unique position to strengthen such partnership as they possess an understanding of the language and culture of both nations. He explained that with the help of those in attendance, new engines
of growth and further technological cooperation could be created for the mutual benefit of those on both sides of the pacific.
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Congratulatory & Closing Remarks
Jin Hyun Kim, Chairman of the World Peace Forum
Chairman Kim began by explaining that ever since Korea’s independence, KSEA has served as the nucleus, and a symbol
of the successful partnership between the US and Korea. He gave a brief history of the changes that Korea has undergone
in the last 70 years, rising from a third world country to a nation where democracy, civil liberties, higher education and
cultural diversity grow and thrive. He reasoned that Korea and the US face many challenges but that a strong partnership
between the two nations would, anchored by KSEA, aid in overcoming any obstacle.
Jung-Ho Sonu, President of GIST
President Sonu started out by vividly recalling his early 30’s studying in the US for a PhD when the KSEA was just founded
and having joined the organization without hesitation. He emphasized the importance of the “convergence” that defines
academic developments today and the multi-disciplinary convergence is increasingly firming its presence. He expressed his
strong conviction in that the UKC, which promotes gathering of different disciplines in one place, has a critical role in the
age of convergence because discussions among diverse disciplines often produce new opportunities.
Yong-geun Kim, President of KIAT
President Kim began his congratulatory remarks by explaining that KSEA is more than just a strong bridge between the US
and Korea in terms of science and technology. He expressed his belief that it plays a critical role in both the Korean and US
science worlds. He concluded by offering his expectation that KSEA will help not only foster international joint research
activities between the two nations but also create cooperation in cutting-edge industrial technologies.
SukJoon Kim, President of STEPI
President Kim thanked President Hosin Lee and other organizers of the conference for making the weekend so enjoyable
and successful. He explained the progress that had been made in the Research Policy Forum, which was sponsored by
STEPI and remarked that each participant was able to learn from one another. He concluded by expressing his hope that
cooperation of this nature in science, engineering and policy areas would continue well into the future.
Closing Remarks
Si-Joong Kim, Professor Emeritus of Korea University
Dr. Kim noted that he has attended the UKC 7 times since 2001 and, with a great admiration, a rapid growth of the UKC
series year after year attracting many prominent scientists and engineers including a Nobel laureate. He whole-heartedly
applauded Korean-American scientists and engineers for their contributions to Korea’s miraculous economic prosperity
and sincerely hoped that the increasing level of research collaboration between Korea and the US should lead to a new
cooperative research entity. He surprised the audience by proposing their big hands to Mrs. Veronica Lee who dedicated
greatly for this successful conference.
Joon-hyun Lee, President of KETEP
President Lee opened with a quote from Alexander Graham Bell, expressing the importance of cooperation in the discovery
of great new things. He explained that Korea’s transformation into an economic and technological powerhouse could not
have happened without such cooperation, particularly with the United States. He challenged KSEA and its Korean partners
to embark on the difficult task of solving the new and exciting challenges of the future, and expressed his desire to see KSEA
lead the way in generating numerous innovations to benefit both Korea and the US.
Myungsoo Kim, President of KRISS
President Kim took time during his congratulatory remarks to thank President Hosin Lee and the other staff members of
KSEA for creating a successful conference and made a special note of how much he enjoyed the outdoor symphony concert
at Deer Valley during his stay in Park City. He also explained that during his participation in UKC over the past three years
he had seen the conference take steps forward year by year not only in terms of scale but also its quality and contents. He
discussed about a special forum where leaders of KSEA and the representatives from the Korean S&T community shared
ideas on what and how to promote cooperation between KSEA and Korean research institutes, industries and universities.
He said, “Before closing my words, I’d like to express my heartful thanks to ‘Veronica Lee’ for her dedicated effort to arrange
every detail for our comfortable and memorable stay here.”
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UKC 2011
Summary Report
Mun Y. Choi, Ph.D.
Program Chair
University of Connecticut
Tae Won Noh, Ph.D.
Joon Sik Lee, Ph.D.
Program Co-Chair
Program Co-Chair
Seoul National University Seoul National University
The “2011 US-Korea Conference on Science, Technology and Entrepreneurship (UKC 2011)” was held in scenic Park City, Utah.
UKC 2011 began with a spectacular dinner on the slopes of the Canyons and ended with a rendition of a classic Beatles tune by
President Hosin “David” Lee. Interweaved within these memorable highlights, participants were treated to:
• Inspiring presentations by current and future Nobel Laureates and members of the national academies on topics ranging from
biomedical research, nanotech to computational analysis
• New initiatives in grand challenge issues for federal laboratories and agencies
• New innovations in Korean multi-national conglomerates
• A special presentation by Senator Paull Shin about the kindness of strangers, personal growth and the resilience of the human spirit
There were many factors that led to the success that were far removed from the purview of the Program Committee. The confluence
of the beautiful scenery and relaxed atmosphere of Park City and the excellent cuisine contributed to a collegial sense of community
that enabled students and young professionals to engage and learn from distinguished leaders in the various fields. Ultimately, these
dialogues serve as an important foundation from which to grow the mission of KSEA.
Technical Program
The theme of the conference was in innovative breakthroughs for the 21st Century in Science, Engineering and Health. For UKC
2011, the technical program was arranged into three categories of 17 invited sessions, 13 technical discipline podium sessions and a
combined poster session for the various technical disciplines. The contributions from the following Program Committee members
were invaluable:
Benjamin Lee (Invia)
Gug Sun Hong (SNU)
Hoseong Lee (ABS)
H.K. Moon (Solar Turbines)
Seri Park (Villanova)
Hee-Sup Shin (KIST)
Senyon Choe (SALK Institute)
Narry Kim (SNU)
Jong Ye Lee (U. Minnesota)
Jun-Seok Oh (Western Michigan U)
Roh Hyun Seong (SNU)
Yongho Sohn (U. Central Florida) Yoonsuck Choe (Texas A&M)
Dong-Soo Kwon (KAIST)
Kyungjae Myung (NIH)
Byungkyu “Brian” Park (U. Virginia)
Sung-Chul Shin (KAIST)
Sang Hyuk Son (U. Virginia)
In keeping with the tradition of collaboration, we sought advice and guidance from the scientific and engineering communities to
identify the key themes of UKC 2011. As a result, the technical program for UKC 2011 was developed with significant input from
members of KSEA and industry & government partners from US and Korea:
• For the invited sessions, 80 leading experts were selected by the program chairs for 20 minute presentations. Scheduling the presentations within the three simultaneous tracks of Science, Engineering and Health allowed for greater audience participation during the invited sessions. The invited session chairs are to be commended for selecting outstanding speakers for their sessions.
• For the podium sessions in the 13 technical groups, 75 presentations were selected by the TG Councilors to reflect the important
foundational and translational research in their disciplines.
• Due to the extensive number of high-quality submission that could not be accommodated for podium presentations, the poster
session was expanded to include 150 presentations. Following rigorous evaluation by judges of distinction, thirteen posters were
selected for commendation and award.
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Twenty three forums, sponsored by both professional groups and government agencies, introduced participants to issues that were
important to KSEA and its members. Of special note:
• The YGPF forums emphasized professional development, networking and communication that are important for students
and young professionals.
• The US-Korea Collaboration forum engaged leaders from government agencies including NSF, NRF, DoE and KETEP on
partnerships that will leverage synergies in emerging research of importance to both countries.
• Industry forms focused on venture companies, intellectual property issues, and industry matching between of US and Korean
companies.
• Specialty forums on emerging technologies such as high-speed rail and rare isotope beam accelerators were also presented.
• The forum on KSEA History brought together many former presidents to share their reflections on the 40 year anniversary of the
founding of the organization.
We look forward to seeing all of you in Southern California for UKC 2012.
Acknowledgments
Dr. Hosin “David” Lee (President of KSEA) and Dr. Sang-Dai Park (President of KOFST) deserve special recognition for their exemplary leadership that led to the success of UKC 2011. They shaped the over-arching vision for UKC to serve as the premier conference for US-Korea collaboration as well as to stimulate innovations and to inspire a new generation of scientists and engineers.
We also want to acknowledge the dedicated support from Professor Byungkyu “Brian” Park (U. Virginia), Dr. Benjamin Lee (Invia)
and Professor Seri Park (Villanova U.) in developing the technical program.
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keynote speakers
Philip Coyle, Associate Director, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP )
Associate Director Philip Coyle gave a presentation on “Addressing Global Challenges through Innovation.” He provided an overview of the Obama Administration’s R&D priorities and highlighted the shared goals and challenges of
the US and Korea. He described how the OSTP works with the President as well as the Executive Office of Management and Budget in establishing R&D priorities.
Mario R. Capecchi, 2007 Nobel Laureate in Medicine, University of Utah
Prof. Mario Capecchi gave a presentation on “Modeling Neuropsychiatric Disorder in the Mouse,” that analyzes the
pathology of the disease at a level not feasible in humans and as a platform for the development of new therapeutic
protocols. His research based on mouse’s Hox Gene discovered that the immune system affects grooming, an innate
behavior. He hopes this finding can be used toward humans. Finally, he emphasized that “in science, never say ‘never’
because someone could prove it tomorrow.”
S. James Gates, Jr., Member of U.S. President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST ), University of Maryland
Prof. James Gates gave a presentation on “At the Quincunx of Education, Economy, Policy, Science & Security,” along
with a personal perspective of the work of the PCAST. He mentioned that US innovation strategies rely on clean energy solutions and gave his perspective on the STEM education. He quoted President Obama’s speech from September
26, 2010, “Countries that out-educate us today are going to out-compete us tomorrow.”
Peter Appel, Administrator, US DOT’s Research and Innovative Technology Administration
Administrator Peter Appel gave a presentation on “Connected Vehicles: The Future of Global Roadway Safety and
Efficiency.” His talk focused on the Intelligent Transportation Systems program relying on wireless communications
between vehicles as well as vehicles to infrastructure. He laid out a roadmap for the deployment and commercialization
of critical safety applications.
Dae-Whan Chang, Chairman, Maeil Business Newspaper and mbn TV
Chairman Dae-Whan Chang presented “One Asia Momentum,” driven by the elevated Asia’s status within the global
community. His vision to one Asia is a mosaic by pulling little pieces together to create a larger picture similar in spirit
to the European Union yet keeping more economic and cultural autonomy. He also discussed TEE program connecting Trust, Economic freedom and Entrepreneurship among Asian countries.
Robert Stoll, Commissioner, US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
Commissioner Robert Stoll gave a presentation on “Current USPTO Initiatives” on 1) pendency and backlog reduction, 2) accelerated examination, 3) quality measures and 4) work sharing. He explained how the patent examination
process works and discussed benefits for being an examiner, as well as the required skill sets such as good engineering
skills, a common sense, and an ability to make independent decisions.
Philip Kim, Professor, Columbia University
Prof. Philip Kim gave a presentation on “Physical Properties of Graphene and its Related Materials” that addresses
graphene’s quantum transport phenomena and hexagonal Boron Nitride as a substrate. He explained the graphene’s
unique electronic structure, linear dependence of the energy to momentum, no energy gap in the system (extremely
fast semiconductor), almost transparent letting 98% of light through, tough mechanical property (stretched by 20%
without deformation) and impermeable property.
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Plenary speakers
Se-Jung Oh, President of the National Research Foundation in Korea and Professor at Seoul National University
Dr. Se-Jung Oh discussed the current status of Korean Science and Technology and the role of NRF. He said that last
year alone over 40 billion US dollars were invested in research by the government and the industry. On the othe hand,
he also pointed out that the research and development spending in US and Japan are 13 times and 5.5 times, respectively, higher than that of Korea. He shared a few new initiatives in research, including global research laboratory
program (up to 6 years with $440,000/year) and global research network program (up to 3 years with $600,000/year).
Sastry G. Pantula, Director of the Division of Mathematical Science at NSF and Professor at North Carolina State University
Dr. Sastry G. Pantula gave a talk on “US National Science Foundation, Where Discoveries Begin!” He discussed the
NSF’s strategic plan, which focuses on empowering the nation through discovery and innovation and emphasized that
a large portion of NSF research fund was spent on unsolicited and curiosity-driven proposals. He shared a few new
research areas relevant to his division, including the Mathematics and Physical Sciences (MPS), cyber-infrastructure
to transform research, etc. The funding request of NSF for FY 2012 was $7.76 billion, a 20% increase from FY 2011.
Sung-Mo (Steve) Kang, Professor at University of California at Santa Cruz and Chancellor Emeritus of UC Merced
Dr. Sung-Mo (Steve) Kang gave a plenary talk on “Memristors in Nano-Electronics.” He discussed how memristor
and memristive systems can change the traditional circuit paradigm that is based on resistor, capacitor and inductor.
For example, the nanoscale physical realization and nonlinear memristor switching mechanism can be harnessed for
nano-electronic circuits and systems for novel applications.
Greg Carmichael, Karl Kammermeyer Professor at University of Iowa
Greg Carmichael gave a talk on “The Globalization of Air Pollution: Implications for the Quality of the Air We Breathe,
the Water We Drink, and the Food We eat.” He argued that the air quality is affected not only by local pollution sources, but also the regional and global pollution resources. He also claimed that there are more than 800,000 avoidable
excess deaths per year due to air pollution. Finally, he discussed challenges and opportunities for win-win strategies
addressing the air quality and the climate change at the same time.
John Kim, Rockwell Collins Distinguish Professor at UCLA
Dr. Kim gave a talk on “Taming of the Shrew– Physics and Control of Wall Turbulence.” He started by showing Da
Vinci’s manuscript, a piece of evidence that Da Vinci knew how to analyze the turbulence with mean and fluctuation. He then explained how the dimples on a golf ball make turbulence allowing the ball to fly further compared
to the ones without them. His research relying on computational fluid dynamics, control theories, and micro- and
nano-fabrication technology along with large number of sensors and actuators presents promising opportunities for
controlling turbulence to achieve higher efficiencies.
Sang-Wook Cheong, Professor at Rutgers University
Dr. Cheong gave a talk on “Multiferroic Vortices and Graph Theory.” Dr. Cheong discussed a convergence in Physics,
Chemistry and Mathematics, and explained the fascinating concept of topological defects that permits ubiquitously
our understanding of the early-stage universe, hurricanes, quantum matters such as superfluids and superconductors.
He also discussed technological materials including liquid crystals and magnets.
Luke P. Lee, Professor at University of California at Berkeley
Dr. Lee gave a talk titled “Biologically Inspired Satellites to Explore Cellular Galaxy,” which discussed bio-inspired nanoscale satellites that are capable of targeting, sensing, on-demand gene delivery and gene regulations, and exploring
the origin of intracellular dynamics and regulations. His talk concluded that biologically inspired satellites provide new
solutions to capture images of biomolecules and control transcriptional regulation networks in living cells. His research
focuses on how to learn from nature and create Eu-Virus (note: Eu means “good” in Greek) for life science and medicine, and how to (or can we) capture emotions in living cells.
Sue McNeil, Professor at University of Delaware
Dr. McNeil gave a talk on “Using Asset Management to Improve Transportation Infrastructure Systems’ Performance.”
She presented her recent research on infrastructure asset management emphasizing transportation network as utilities
and discussed several analysis tools, including HERS-ST, PONTIS, and AssetManger-NT. She also presented results of
a case study based on the interstate-like highways in Delaware. The case study demonstrated how asset management
is used as a strategic decision-making tool to improve the performance of the transportation infrastructure system.
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We Together, to Create the Future
[Kil-Choo Moon]
President of Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST)
Having transitioned from once the world’s most devastated country to one of the fastest developed countries in history, Korea has
made a substantial and lasting impression on the world. This dynamic transition has taken place largely due to Korea’s remarkable
growth in science and technology. Retrospectively, we see that the thrusts of such
growth have greatly changed the textile and chemical industries to the information technology and bio-technology industries. We now need to think about what
should be the next big thing in terms of technological breakthrough.
In this presentation I propose “convergence” as an emerging paradigm which
should be utilized in the search of solutions for the problems we are facing. Modern technological advances have been derived from the development of space
technology. As we put an end to the ‘space era,’ we need a three-dimensional approach: integrating human values and widespread fundamental basic sciences
from the perspective of a future society.
From orphanage in korea to senate chamber in washington state
[Paull Shin]
Senator, Washington State Senate
Senator Paull Shin of Washington State shared his life story. His life journey began in Korea. At the age of four, he became an orphan begging for foods on the streets in Seoul. He met Jaewon, an orphan, and two became closest friends each other. However,
their friendship ended unexpectedly as his friend Jaewon committed a suicide – It was like the end of the world to him. However,
his friend’s death made him stronger than ever. He thought of his friend died in vain and decided to be somebody! His life as a
beggar continued until he found a job at a US military camp during the Korean War. As a house boy at a US military camp, he did
not suffer from hunger but suffered from yearning to get educated and to become somebody. He was adopted by an American dentist, Ray Paull, in 1954 and brought to the US. Even though he was never educated in Korea and knew little English, he obtained a
high school equivalent diploma “GED” in 18 months with a help from his new parents. While preparing the GED, he decided to memorize the English dictionary. After memorizing words on each page, he burnt the page and drank it with the water
– thus his stomach has entire English dictionary. He earned a BA in political science
from Brigham Young University, an MPIA from the University of Pittsburgh, and an
MA and PhD from the University of Washington. After teaching 31 years at a college,
he retired and began his new career in public service. He was elected to Washington
state house representative in 1992 and was elected to Washington state senate in 1998.
One of obvious reasons he shared his life story was to encourage our members to do
their best to overcome any challenges/hurdles as he certainly proved anyone can do it.
Reflection from our member on Senator Paull Shin’s talk: I thought the talk by the Senator would be similar to what other government
officials gave on the day before; Congratulatory remarks followed by brief introduction of themselves and organizations where they
belong. It was, however, complete shock when I listened to the talk given by the Senator. His life story was drama itself. When I heard
about his forgiveness of his father at the end of his talk, I thought about unconditional love, which could heal everything. With slight
influence of wine that I drank during dinner, I guess, I could feel tears in my eyes. I stood up and came out from the room because I
needed some fresh air. Furthermore, I could not stay to listen to the next comedy show (“Sorry, Rex Havens”) with my elevated emotion. It was one of highlight moments during my UKC2011. - KJM
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The Technology Behind Computer Animated Films
[Gene S. Lee]
Senior Software Engineer, Walt Disney Animation Studios
At UKC 2011, I gave the dinner presentation on Saturday evening in Park City, Utah. Here is brief recap of my presentation …
Disney Animation Studios is located in Burbank, CA. The studio has been making films since 1937. There are approximately 600
people working at the studio, with approximately a quarter involved in technology development. In 2010, Disney released Tangled,
its 50th animated feature film. The film was widely popular with both critics and fans. Most recently, Disney released its 51st feature,
Winnie the Pooh. Both films are highly entertaining and fun to watch with friends and family.
These days, computer generated features are extremely popular. Many of the top grossing films for the past few years have been either fully computer generated or digitally enhanced. Hence, there is a growing effort in Hollywood to create even more of them. At
Disney, we are fortunate to have some of the best artists and storytellers in the world. Their efforts enable Disney to create some of
the best-animated films in history. Walt Disney recognized early that simply having the best artist is insufficient for creating the best
films. Technological innovation is critical in creating the “illusion of life.”
Innovations in animation serve three purposes. First, it empowers the artistic vision. It allows artists to bring their imaginations to
life. Second, it enhances the film experience. It supports the creation of rich world with compelling characters. Third, it improves the
film making craft. It allows artists to work more effectively with greater fidelity and ease. For instance, innovations of the past include
Disney’s Multi-plane Camera (1937), CAPS (1991), and Deep Canvas (2003). All three innovations received Technical Academy
Awards from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The Multi-plane camera creates imagery exhibiting depth, shadows,
and lighting effects, while CAPS computerizes the ink and paint process and Deep Canvas produces sweeping 3D backgrounds.
Innovations at Disney Animation continually push the state of the art in animation. Tangled, for instance, introduced many new innovations to handle
the complexity of its story elements and to support its visual objectives. Examples include new approaches for rendering atmospheric effects, manipulating 70 feet of hair, art-directing trees, synthesizing organic elements, and
creating multi-layered cloth. Rapunzel’s hair alone was defined and animated
by 100,000 strands. Animation of these hairs required new methods in manipulation, simulation, and art-direction. Total storage costs for Tangled exceeded 160 TB of data. Divided over 6000 processors, total rendering time
for the whole movie exceeded 9 million hours, which is more than 1000 years!
Other recent examples of technological innovations include systems for art-directed posing and for animation re-targeting. Heavily
applied in both Tangled and Bolt (2008), art-directed posing allows artists to precisely sculpt the shapes of characters at specific pose
configurations. The system animates between these poses with the use of multi-dimensional scattered data interpolation. Used in
Prep and Landing (2009), animation re-targeting allows the copying of animation from one character to another. This allows animators to operate more efficiently along with greater consistency. With conventional approaches, the best animators normally produce
only three seconds of animation per week.
Innovations frequently derive from either story elements or artistic demands. For instance, artists encountered much difficulty lighting Rapunzel’s blond hair. The complex interaction between light and blond hair gives rise to equations that do not align well with
artistic thought. After much research and development, a new set of equations was derived in accordance to the mindset of lighting
artists. Although imperfect, the equations give rise to plausible results that are easily guided by artistic controls. For more information about this innovation and others, please visit www.disneyanimation.com. From this site, one can obtains papers, talks, and open
source projects that provide in-depth technical details.
In closing, technical innovation is a key component of Disney’s success. The science of cutting edge technology combined with the
art of storytelling and the magic of animation produces timeless films of great joy and beauty. Thank you for inviting me to speak
at UKC 2011. I give special thanks to the Technology Group, the Production Crews, and the Training Staff of Disney Animation for
supporting this talk and providing invaluable imagery.
PS: If one looks very closely at the closing credits for Tangled, you shall see the name of one additional Korean-American. She is
“Clara ‘Ha-Eun’ Lee,” my daughter, who was born during the making of the film.
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RNAi and Epigenetics
session chair: V. Narry Kim, Professor
Seoul National University
The RNAi and Epigenetics Invited Session at the UKC2011 brought together five leading scientists in the field of eukaryotic gene
regulation and covered some new exciting advances in RNAi and epigenetics.
The first speaker, John Kim from University of Michigan, presented his discovery of a kinase that controls RNA silencing in C. elegans. He found a protein kinase that modulates the activity of Argonaute protein without altering the
amounts of microRNAs. The mutant worms have developmental defects for a modulator gene of the microRNA pathway.
Sibum Sung from the University of Texas at Austin gave an interesting talk on long noncoding RNA, COLDAIR, that
controls flowering of Arabidopsis in response to cold weather, known as vernalization response. COLDAIR functions
via epigenetic regulators such as PRC2. Sung described systematic identification of PRC2-interacting long ncRNAs
which may be involved in diverse epigenetic regulatory pathway.
Yunje Cho from POSTECH gave a lecture on the structure of Mre11 and Rad50. Communication between Mre11
and Rad50 in the MR complex is critical for the sensing, damage signaling, and repair of DNA double-strand breaks.
Mre11 brings the two Rad50 molecules into close proximity and promotes ATPase activity. ATP-bound Rad50 negatively regulates the nuclease activity of Mre11 by blocking the active site of Mre11. The structural and biochemical
information helps to understand the interplay between Mre11 and Rad50 to facilitate efficient DNA damage repair.
Dinshaw Patel from Memorial Sloan-Ketterling Cancer Center reported exciting new structures of DNA methyltransferase-1 (DNMT1). Maintenance of genomic methylation patterns is mediated primarily by DNMT1. His
group has solved structures of mouse and human and identified an autoinhibitory mechanism, in which unmethylated CpG dinucleotides are occluded to ensure that only hemimethylated CpG dinucleotides undergo methylation.
As the last speaker, I talked about the recent developments in the microRNA biogenesis pathway studies. Drosha and
Dicer, the two key processing enzymes, are RNase III type enzymes and share common action mechanisms. They differ
in recognition of their substrates. Drosha uses a dsRNA-binding protein called DGCR8 to recognize and bind to the
substrates while Dicer act alone. Drosha-DGCR8 complex anchors the dsRNA-ssRNA junction in the primary transcript of microRNA to determine the cleavage sites whereas Dicer binds to the free ends of its substrate (pre-miRNA)
to select the cleavage sites.
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Genetics
Session Chair: Jong Ye Lee, Professor
University of Minnesota
Professor William C. Hahn of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute at the Broad Institute of Harvard and MIT presented
“Genomics and cancer.” He discussed that recent advances in genomics allow enumerating all of the genetic lesions
in specific cancers. His research developed genome scale RNAi libraries and open reading frame expression libraries
that permit a systematic evaluation of genes involved in cancer initiation and maintenance and identified several new
oncogenes that contribute to cancer development. In addition, it was suggested to identify gene products that result in
cell death only in the presence of an oncogenic allele and a comprehensive list of cancer vulnerabilities and establish a
general approach for the rational identification of oncogenic and co-dependent pathways in cancer.
Professor Beom-Seok Jeon of Seoul National University presented “The Art of Gold Mining: A case study in Parkinson’s Disease.” He explained that Parkinson’s disease (PD), with a neurochemical defect of Dopamine, is the second
most common neurodegenerative disease affecting ~1% of population aged over 65, which is one of the most favorable
neurological disorders since it may be possible to halt or reverse the progression of PD in the near future. He further
explained that the discovery of alpha-synuclein, initially thought to be an extremely rare cause of PD, is now thought
to be the hallmark and very foundation of PD with history review, disease courses and prognoses.
Professor Kee D. Kim of UC Davis presented “less invasive Spine Surgery.” He explained that minimally invasive spine
surgery (MISS) is one such development made possible by technological innovations with smaller incision to allow
quicker recovery for the patients, while it requires close collaboration among the surgeons, scientists and engineers
but also good clinical data for the better result without complications. Professor Kim is pioneering the less invasive
spine surgery and has discussed the present challenges and possible future development in spine surgery based on his
involvement in the field.
Professor Kyung-Mi Lee of Korea University presented “Cancer Immune Cell Therapy and its Application into Nanobiotechnology.” She explained the use of cellular immune therapy in vitro expansion and infusion of Natural Killer
(NK) cells and tumor-specific T cells has emerged as an increasingly important modality cancer patients treatment. She
noted that cells in charge of tumor immunosurveillance include NK cells, NKT cells, and T cells. She informed that her
research group discovered KL-1 cell line selectively enriched NK cells that would enhance killing the cancer cells in a
simple and low-cost method by using numerous screening strategies.
Professor Paul Hopkins of the University of Utah presented “Familial Hypercholesterolemia as Paradigm for Personalized Genetic Medicine.” He discussed that familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) can be identified with 90% or greater
accuracy using family LDL cholesterol measurements and the diagnosis carries with it a 20-25 fold increased risk of
coronary artery disease (CAD) if LDL is untreated. He mentioned that the foundation of CAD prevention in FH patients is statin therapy. Furthermore, he said even in these very high risk individuals, there is room for personalizing
risk-reducing therapies.
The genetics session made suggestions for future research (i) using genomics and genetic tools we need to explore what genetics and
environmental factors cause cardiovascular, neurodegenerative diseases and other tumorigenesis, and treatment methods for cure,
(ii) combination of nanotechnology with the biological and medical applications can be used to develop simple and sensitive methods
to identify and eradicate tumor cells using naturally killing strategic technologies, and (iii) efficient Korean-US scientific exchange
program for effective scientific collaborations.
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Green Energy
SESSION Chair: Hee-Koo Moon, Engineering Manager
Solar Turbines Inc.
Dr. G.S. Lee, President of National Fusion Research Institute (NFRI) presented “Status and Prospect in Fusion Researches
in Korea.” Korea is making a stride in developing fusion energy as a viable energy source and exporting Korean model
of the nuclear power plant. The pivotal programs like ITER and KSTAR provided a variety of chances to challenge new
scientific and technological problems.
Dr. Jeffery Muhs, Director of Energy Dynamics Laboratory presented “Energy Dynamics Laboratory, Pathways to Transform America’s Energy Future.” Three of our nation’s Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy R&D priorities are photovoltaics, solid state lighting and advanced batteries. Four transformational energy system R&D endeavors are intuitive
lighting system, algae energy system, adaptive solar energy system, and wireless electric vehicles/roads.
Dr. Bongtae Han, Professor at University of Maryland presented “Design Solutions of Passively-Cooled LED Based Luminaires to Optimize Cost, Energy Consumption, and Reliability.” LED-based luminaires recently have emerged for commercial and residential applications. For a required light output, the optimum design of passively-cooled LED-based
luminaire can be achieved by considering cost, energy consumption and reliability.
Dr. Seung Joo Choe, Senior Vice President and CTO of the Doosan Heavy Industries & Construction presented “Green
Growth in Power & Water through Low-Carbon Energy Technology.” Doosan developed an offshore wind turbine prototype that will be deployed for the 30 MW wind farm. Doosan is working on innovative carbon capture and storage solutions and distributed generation and hybrid desalination solutions based on molten carbonate fuel cell technology.
Dr. Ungyu Paik, Professor of Hanyang University presented “Fabrication of Multilayered GsAs Solar Cell and Si Nanotube
Anode Based Li Ion Battery Using Nanotechnology.” A new wafer fabrication concept of using films of gallium arsenide
(GaAs) grown in thick, multilayer epitaxial assemblies and distributed on foreign substrate by printing is proposed. A new
nanostructure is also proposed to accommodate a large volume change associated with lithiation.
Critical Challenges
• The energy efficiency of a fusion reactor is still lower than the conventional fission reactor.
• Manufacturing cost of LEDs is too high.
• Growing large, high quality wafers of compounds like GaAs, and intimately integrating them on silicon or amorphous substrates is
too expensive.
• The R&D pathway is disruptive to the current flow of federal R&D, based on contemporary systems-level paradigm.
A Group Photo of the Session Chair and Speakers
(Note: President Joon-hyun Lee of KETEP is the third person from the right)
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Vaccine and Immunology
SESSION Chair: Rho Hyun Seong, Professor
Seoul National University
Dr. John D. Clemens, Director General of the International Vaccine Institute (IVI) presented “Old Wine in a New Bottle
for Public Health; Killed Oral Cholera Vaccines.” The IVI redesigned and developed whole cell cholera vaccine. It will be
the world’s first low-cost oral cholera vaccine and should add significantly to current efforts to control cholera among the
world’s poor.
Dr. Jung-Hyun Park, Investigator of the National Cancer Institute presented “Post-transcriptional regulation of Common
γ-chain Cytokine Signaling.” Activated T lymphocytes express increased levels of a soluble form of the common γc-chain
cytokine receptor, which dampens γc cytokine signaling such as interleukin-2, and thus results in increased production of
inflammatory cytokines such as IL-17.
Dr. Moon H. Nahm, Professor of the University of Alabama at Birmingham presented “Needs for Immunogenicity Tests in
Vaccine Development.” He emphasized that vaccine development needs an analytical tool for measuring protective function of the antibodies induced with a vaccine. The analytical tool needs an international standardization.
Dr. Sang-Kyou Lee, Professor of Yonsei University presented “Transducible ROR-γt-DNA-binding Domain (RγD) Effectively Alleviates TH17-mediated Autoimmune Diseases.” The functions of RORγt, a master transcriptional factor for differentiation of Th17 cells, can be modulated by direct delivery of the DNA binding domain of RORγt in vitro and in vivo.
Dr. Rho Hyun Seong, Professor of Seoul National University presented “T-cell receptor Signaling and the Fate Determination of Developing Thymocytes.” T-cell receptor signaling controls the fate determination of developing thymocytes. The
signaling strength is translated into different levels of X molecule expression. The X expression controls the cell fates during
thymocyte development.
Critical Challenges
• The molecular pathways that control the post-transcriptional mechanism of soluble γc-chain alternative splicing are unknown but
will have to be identified to understand the disease mechanisms of overt cytokine signaling.
• A multiplex opsonophagocytosis assay for pneumococcal antibodies Needs for immunogenicity tests needs to be developed.
• The optimal domain in a certain transcriptional factor which can exert the best functional modulation of the transcriptional activity
should be identified.
• The targets that the X molecule operates on will need to be identified.
Future Directions
• Generation of animal models where soluble γc-chain expression is disabled and the design of new methods to neutralize soluble γc
expression in vivo are currently under progress, which will help further understand the role of γc cytokines in inflammation.
• Therapeutic potential of transducible RORγt-DBD will be investigated in other Th17-mediated disease model and the preclinical
studies of tRORγt-DBD will be performed.
• Molecular mechanism for the fate determination by the X molecule needs to be revealed.
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forum: US- KOrea cooperation
Promoting US-Korea S&T Research Cooperation through the Network of KSEA
[Myungsoo Kim, President]
Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS)
Presented is an idea for promoting collaborations in S&T researches between Korea and US by establishing a new foundation taking the advantage of the close network and excellent human resources of KSEA.
Korea has drastically developed thanks to the strong support of the Korean Government who has made
continued investment in S&T with emphasis on human resourced development. It is certain that it has
led to crucial contribution to advancing Korea to be one of the world’s largest trade countries today.
In the early stage of the 21st century, however, we are facing totally different global circumstances. Multidisciplinary convergence technologies are requisite to attain sustainable development of any country in the
world. International collaborations through more efficient and close communications are becoming more
important than ever before.
At this context, I suggest KSEA and the Korean community of S&T research and education explore a new way to promote cooperation making the best of human resources of KSEA and the Korean community. KSEA operates on an efficient network covering
almost all locations of the US S&T power. It has its members of various age groups that comprise both of experienced seniors and
young scientists and engineers with high potential to be future leaders, having wide spectrum of expertise from basic to emerging
areas. Therefore, I would like to suggest an idea of creating a new foundation as soon as possible that could be serving further promoting close and efficient collaborations between members of KSEA and the Korea’s S&T community. The main functions of the
foundation might include, among others:
• Operation of network for human resources in S&T available in US and Korea;
• Promotion of diverse exchange programs for utilizing the KSEA members of various age groups
• Carrying out strategic planning for sustainable development of Korea and US
• Joint researches to provide solutions to global issues such as the environment, energy, climate change, etc.
Successful operation of such a new initiative could allow it to expand over to other networks of Korean scientists and engineers available in Europe and Asia.
Need for Korea-U.S. R&D Cooperation Center
[Joon Hyun Lee, President]
Korean Energy Technology Evaluation and Planning (KETEP)
In recent years, Korea and U.S. have fully focused on developing clean energy technologies to address the challenges of energy security, energy scarcity, and climate change. In 2010 alone, energy related R&D budget of
Korean government amounts to approximately 1 billion USD. With intense interests in effective R&D in energy technologies from both countries, there is a strong case for more vibrant R&D cooperation between Korea
and U.S. Justifications for cooperation are diverse, but two presents most important ones. Firstly, each partner
can overcome limits on its own R&D capacity by utilizing each other’s technological expertise Secondly,
risks dispersion is possible by pulling together technological, human, and financial resources of each partner.
As a small step to facilitate such a mutually useful partnership between Korea and U.S., an effective R&D cooperation center for future would be enormously beneficial. Currently about 95 Korean R&D organizations
are active in U.S., however, there is no dedicated mechanism to share information among these organizations
nor to utilize expertise of Korea American scientists and engineers. A proposed R&D center would coordinate activities to produce valuable knowledge service and to create strong networks among individual researchers and organizations
of both Korea and U.S.
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Forum: KIat industry forum
US-Korea Industrial Technology R&D Collaboration Forum
The industry forum was jointly organized by KIAT and KSEA with an objective to promote collaborations between companies from
the US and Korea. First, KIAT selected 16 companies from Korea who are interested in seeking American partnering companies in
expanding their operations in the US. KSEA with a support from Utah Governor’s office, USTAR program and World Trade Center
Utah, selected 33 companies who are interested in having one-on-one meetings with companies from Korea.
On Thursday afternoon, Korean companies attended an organized tour visiting Varian and Nelson Laboratory. On Friday afternoon,
the industry forum was held as follows:
Forum Chair: President Yong-geun Kim of KIAT and Professor Duck Joo Yang of University of Texas at Dallas
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Opening remarks by President Yong-geun Kim of KIAT
Congratulatory remarks by Director General Yang Ho Chung of MKE
Keynote presentation by Vice President Dennis Ronnoe, Varian on “R&D on Medical Equipment”
Director Jung-Wook Kim of KIAT’s US office on “International R&D Program of KIAT”
Director Brett Heimburger of Asia Division of Utah Department of Economic Development on “Impacts of Korea-US FTA on
Economic Cooperation”
6. Director Ted McAllister of Utah Science Technology and Research (USTAR) on “ USTAR Program”
7. Director Joel Momberger of University of Texas Program in GyeongGi Province on “US-Korea Business Development Strategy”.
8. Vice President Kim Lofgren from Economic Development Corporation of Utah on “How to Start a Business in the U.S.”
On Saturday, 16 Korean companies had a total of 44 one-on-one meetings resulting about 3 meeting for each Korean company.
16 Companies from Korea
33 Companies from the US
Ahngook Pharmaceutical
AMOREPACIFIC
Bionutrigen
Chosun University
C-TRI
Daegu Gyeongbuk High-tech Medical Industry Foudation
DAEHWA Pharmaceutical
Hidea Solutions
Hyundai Heavy Industries
Intellectual Discovery
Khancera
MAPS Intellectual Property Law Firm
S&D Powernics
SBK
SUPPORTEC
The Gate Technologies
Abbott Diagnostics, Abbott Lab.
AC Pharmaceuticals Inc., Advanced Battery Control
California Department of Transportation
ECH ELON ENGINE, GSK, HCI
Innovative Technology Business Consulting LLC
International Monetary Specialty, Kirton & McConkie
KOTRA LA, Medi Help Line
Medical Device Regulatory Affairs Mtech Group
MOFFTT, Myriad Genetic, Nuskin
Pacific Group, PB, Pierson Holding Inc., Power Stream
PTLX GLOBAL, ROTH&RAU
SK Chemical Solmics USA, Takeda Millennium
Texas A&M, University of New York
USANA Health Sciences, Varian, VMP Technologies
World Trade Center Utah, Xtreme Power
YERICO Manufacturing, Young Living Essential Oils
Acknowledgements
Mr. Chang-ha Lim, Senior Researcher at KIAT, Ms. Elizabeth Goryunova Executive Vice President at World Trade Center Utah and Ms. Veronica Lee, Member of KSEA,
deserve special recognition for their extraordinary efforts in making this industry forum a great success! When Mr. Chang-ha Lim made a site visit in Utah in February
2011, Ms. Goryunova organized a lunch meeting inviting over 20 Utah companies and Ms. Lee showed him the meeting facilities. Since then, they communicated over
the phone on a daily basis, particularly; Ms. Goryunova and Ms. Lee met every Friday morning to go over the progress. We also want to acknowledge the dedicated support from Director Ted McAllister and Michael O’Malley of USTAR Program and Jason Orme of Utah Governor’s Office.
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forum: young generation and professional
Young Generation and Professional Forum (YGPF) Report
[Benjamin Lee, YGPF Chair, and Michelle Lee, YGPF Co-Chair]
The Young Generation and Professional Forum (YGPF) was successfully held on August 11-13, 2011, during the US-Korea Conference (UKC) 2011 at the beautiful Canyons Resort in scenic Park City, Utah. Coming from all over the US, Korea, and Canada, a
record 86 young generation members, consisting of 31% graduate students, 39% undergraduates, and 26% young professionals, networked and showcased their research at UKC, made possible by the generous support of the Korea Foundation for the Advancement
of Science & Creativity (KOFAC) and KSEA.
The lengthened 3-day YGPF program began each day with UKC plenary sessions in the morning and YGPF specific sessions in the
afternoon. On the first day on Thursday, YGPF participants were welcomed by KSEA President Hosin “David” Lee, who also introduced four members of the National Assembly of Korea, all expressing their support for future YG activities. Then information
systems Professor Hyungmin Michael Chung presented on the importance of early adoption of technologies in the business world,
providing motivation for the introduction of “The KOFAC Challenge” team competition on proposing a new multi-disciplinary research project or a business venture that brings a new technology to market. After forming their teams, YGPF participants spent time
to get to know each other starting with outdoor teambuilding activities such as mountain biking, hiking, zip-lining, swimming, and
golf lessons. The evening concluded with a special “Reunion of YGTLC Alumni” session, this year’s theme of YGPF.
On the second day Friday, team competition preparations began with participants brushing up on their public speaking skills through
three parallel workshops led by Toastmasters instructors, Alejandro J Tornato, Jon Henry, and Sue Ann Kearns. In the afternoon,
participants attended the multitudes of technical lectures and poster sessions showcasing cutting edge research across a wide range
of disciplines, while getting ideas for their research grant or business venture. The evening balanced the hard work put in during
the day with an offsite dinner downtown on Main Street, followed by the Utah Symphony outdoor concert, and a wine tasting event.
Then on the final day Saturday, the participants wrote and presented their KOFAC Challenge proposals in front of their peers and
the final round judges that included UKC plenary speakers. The YGPF concluded with the awards ceremony for the winners of the
KOFAC Challenge.
Much appreciation goes to the supporters of YGPF, KSEA President Prof. Hosin “David” Lee, KOFAC President Dr. Hye-Ryun Kang,
YGPF Founder Dr. Esther Yang, and YGPF Advisor and past Chair Prof. Tom Oh, as well as the organizers, YGTLC Reunion Chair
Israel Sun Min Jung, YGPF Program Chair Seung Hyun “Chris” Kim, and the rest of the 25 hardworking YGPF organizers. We look
forward to another successful Young Generation and Professional Forum at UKC 2012 in Anaheim, California.
YGPF at UKC 2011 Opening Session Group Photo on Thursday, August 11, 2011
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“The KOFAC Challenge” Team & Individual Competitions at YGPF at UKC 2011
[Benjamin C. Lee, YGPF Chair, and Seung Hyun “Chris” Kim, YGPF Program Chair]
The Young Generation and Professional Forum (YGPF) team building event was called “The KOFAC Challenge” named after our
main sponsor, the Korea Foundation for the Advancement of Science and Creativity (KOFAC). The objective for each team was to
propose a multidisciplinary research project grant or a business venture proposal with the goal of advancing basic research, bringing
that technology to market, and fostering public understanding of science and technology.
Guidelines for the competition and basic instructions on writing abridged research grants and business plans, including executive
summaries, statements of need, project descriptions or solutions, and performance indicators or competitive analysis, were distributed on the first day on Thursday for team members to strategize. On Friday morning, participants received public speaking training in preparation for their team competition presentations. Then on Friday afternoon, participants collected the required UKC
talk references for their novel research ideas by attending the UKC technical lectures and poster sessions. On the last day Saturday,
the slide presentation templates were distributed at the beginning of the three-hour morning preparation session before the afternoon presentation and judging. Prior to YGPF, some individuals proposed business venture plans for the individual competition.
Two out of ten teams chose multidisciplinary research grants, and the remaining eight teams chose to write business venture proposals. In the preliminary round, every team presented proposals and was judged in three-parallel sessions. In the final round, the
highest scoring teams and individual competitors each delivered an 8-minute 6-slide-only presentation to the whole YGPF audience,
which was then judged and evaluated by special guest judges Professor Philip Kim of Columbia University, Professor John Kim of
UCLA, and Professor H. Michael Chung of CSU Long Beach.
The winning teams and individuals were awarded with prizes in the closing session, as listed in the table below. In conclusion, the
second annual KOFAC Challenge was another success and discussions on improving it have already begun for next year’s UKC 2012.
KOFAC Award
Prize
Recipient’s Name
Team Competition
First Place
$800 (7 x $114)
Group 7 “Aperture Laboratories”: Jaimin Sin,
Jinwoo Lee, Han Gyeol Ryu, Danny Chung,
Kimberly Reynolds, Daniel Ko, Janet Lee
Second Place (tied)
$300 (6 x $50)
Group 4 “Graphection”: Jungsook Yang, Eric
Yoo, Hyeyoung Lee, Hyung Lee, Grace Park,
Veronica Choi
Second Place (tied)
$300 (6 x $50)
Group 6 “Nano Clarus”: Yoomin Ahn, MeeAe
Hong, Younchul Jung, Sun Hye Kim, Youngchan Kim, Michael Lee
Individual Competition
Winner
$250
“Sleep Less, Sleep Well,” Kyongsik Yun
Winner
$250
“NaturePur–Everyday Water Purification
Solutions,” Megan Yoo
“The KOFAC Challenge” Award Recipients
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technical group sessions
Presentations from various fields of science and technology
On August 12, 2011, Friday afternoon, 13 Technical Group (TG) sessions, ranging from Physics (A) to Industrial Engineering (M),
were organized that would allow all participants to interact with colleagues within their disciplines.
232 papers (80 in the podium sessions and 152 in the poster sessions) were presented as follows (you can find their abstracts from
the UKC 2011 Proceedings):
49 for Civil Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Engineering (J)
32 for Biology, Botany, Zoology, Biomedical Engineering, Genetic Engineering (D)
27 for Computer Science, Systems Engineering (L)
20 for Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Communication Engineering (K)
17 for Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Naval Architecture (H)
16 for Medical Science, Pharmaceutical Science, Veterinary Medicine, Physical Education (F)
16 for Chemical, Textile, Nuclear and Petroleum Engineering, Applied Chemistry (G)
14 for Industrial Engineering and Management Science (M)
13 for Agriculture, Ecology, Food, Nutrition (E)
8 for Chemistry (B)
8 for Mathematics, Geology, Meteorology, Statistics (C)
6 for Physics (A)
6 for Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mining Engineering (I)
It is interesting to note that TG J received the highest amount of abstracts and, as shown in the picture below, its podium session
was very well attended. KSEA members in TG J also established a new professional organization called Korean-American Society
of Civil and Environmental Engineers (KSCEE), which has applied to become an Affiliated Professional Society (APS) of KSEA.
A group photo of the TG J participants
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poster award winners
Poster presentations at the UKC drew more than 150 participants. 13 Poster Awards were given to selected participants, per which comes
with $500 and a certificate. More than 20 judges, consisting of selected Directors and Technical Group Councilors, evaluated posters on
the basis of poster quality, research significance, and presenter’s communication skills.
Seung Hei Cho, Ph.D. Candidate- University of Utah
Poster Title: Stimuli-Responsive Glucose Sensitive Hydrogel for Microfabricated Glucose Sensor
Yang Oh Jin, Postdoctoral Research Scholar- University of Iowa
Poster Title: Development of Molecular Biology Tool for Monitoring Bioremediation of Vinyl Chloride in Groundwater
Jungwook Jun, Transportation Planner - Virginia Department of Transportation
Poster Title: Interstate Congestion Evaluations from Travel Time Data in Virginia
Byung-Wook Kim , Graduate Student- University of California, San Diego
Poster Title: Percolating behavior in the electrical and thermal conductivities of CNT-polymer composites
Bum Chul Kwon, Ph.D. Candidate- Purdue University
Poster Title: Evaluation of a Head-Tracking-Based Content Stabilization Technique for Reading Runners
Ahyoung Lee, Ph.D. Candidate- University of Colorado Denver
Poster Title: Analysis of Adaptive-Gossip Routing Algorithm for Conserving Resources in Ad-Hoc Wireless Networks
Jinwoo Lee, Ph.D. Candidate- University of Texas at Austin
Poster Title: Post-Fire Mechanical Properties of ASTM A992 Structural Steel
Joyoung Lee, Research Scientist/Transportation Operations Laboratory Manager- Univ. of Virginia/Turner-Fairbank
Highway Research Center
Poster Title: Cumulative Travel-Time Responsive (CTR) Real-Time Intersection Control Algorithm Under the Intellidrive
Environment
Michael J. Lee, Ph.D. Candidate- University of Washington
Poster Title: Personifying Programming Tool Feedback Improves Novice Programmers’ Learning
Sangju Lee, Ph.D. Candidate- University of Utah
Poster Title: Fabrication of high aspect ratio silicon electrodes using wire electrical discharge machining
Youngbok Lee, Graduate Student- Texas A&M University
Poster Title: Monitoring Protein-Ligand Interactions by Dynamic Nuclear Polarization (DNP) Enhanced NMR Spectroscopy
HyangMi “Amy” Moon, Biomedical Sciences Graduate Student- University of California San Francisco
Poster Title: The Roles of LIS1 in Mitotic Cell Division during Mouse Development
Jung Hee Suh, Ph.D. Candidate- Washington University in St. Louis
Poster Title: Forced Expression of Laminin b1 in Podocytes Prevents Nephrotic Syndrome in Mice Lacking Laminin b2,
a Model for Pierson Syndrome
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post-ukc 2011 comments
Comments from ukc 2011 participants
• Congratulations for your wonderful work organizing, funding
and inviting so many wonderful speakers. I have been to KSEA
meetings for over 10+ years every few years since early 90’s, and this
one was by far the most quality program with the best set of invitees I
have seen. I could feel a great deal of positive enthusiasm and young
energy among KSEA folks, too. A fantastic job you did indeed- Congrats again!
-SC
• Congratulate in organizing a very successful UKC-2011! The technical program, including the plenary sessions, was very
excellent, and I really enjoyed a lot. I also enjoyed the social program and your hospitality. Many people talked to me that it
was the best UKC meeting which they had attended. -TN
• This year’s UKC was my 5th KSEA conference and I could say that it was the best! Thank you very much for everything.
I was in love with the resort, programs, and people there!! I was able to see how much effort was put there. It was truly amazing!
The father of YG and YGTLC hosted a conference! What more to say? He was AWESOME! Thank you for making the
conference so wonderful! -WS
• Congratulations on putting on a great conference. Had a blast!
Look forward to next year. -GL
• I would like to express my gratitude again for all your effort to
organize such a good session. I enjoyed all the presentations and
indeed learned a lot in the area of health issues connected with genetics. The meeting was just incredible.
-KL
• Congratulations on the great success of UKC-2011! I believe
every participant enjoyed and satisfied all the excellent programs as
well as entertaining activities. -JL
• The UKC 2011 was a great show; impressive, entertaining and technically challenging. Your warm mid-west hospitality has
made us to enjoy every moment in Utah. -SK
• The UKC 2011-YGPF public speaking sessions were great. There were some techniques I learned, which I already used at work
after UKC 2011. My boss took note and asked how I improved in a 2 week period. I told him there was a public speaking seminar
I attended at UKC 2011.
- Anonymous
• The award in KSEA is a great honor for me and my school. -AH
• Everyone had such a blast, and great time! Thank you for your support, guidance, and passion for YG. -CK
• Congratulations on a successful conference, Mr. President! =)
Everyone is saying it was the best UKC ever. -CL
• I agree. The best UKC ever!
-Hundreds
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Comments from young scientists & engineers
KSEA and KOFAC have put together a world class event for promising young scientists and engineers. What deeply
resonates is to be part of a community of intelligent, hard-working Korean-Americans. This is a fundamental part of
my identity and the spirit of KSEA.
-John H Lee (PhD Candidate at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA)
During UKC 2011, I accidentally met one person from a heavy industry company who introduced me an HR team
leader. From that point, everything went very easily; I was invited to an on-site interview last week and I am back with
a great Job offer. Thanks UKC!
-Sang-Rin Lee (Research Scientist, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA)
Meeting amazing people, listening to famous people’s speeches, broadening your horizon with new information on
whatever field you are interested in and presenting your own research made it one of the most incredible and unforgettable experiences in my life.
-Hyeyeong Lee (Intern/Undergraduate at University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH)
UKC 2011 in Park City was my first experience with KSEA and YGPF and I had a great time at the conference. Many
of the professional sessions were very informative and pertinent to my field, and the evening activities were a great
opportunity to meet the other attendees.
-Cory Shannon (Graduate Research Assistant at University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA)
Through KSEA I’ve come to understand the gelling effects of shared cultural backgrounds and how our similarities can
be utilized to promote advancement in the sciences and the Korean-American presence in the US. To date, KSEA is the
most important organization I’ve ever joined!
-Eric Raeyoon Yoo (Clinical Research Assistant at University of Chicago, Chicago, IL)
YGPF 2011 was my first ever KSEA event. It was an honor to be able to participate in such a dynamic and an eyeopening experience. Many people I have met at UKC were above and beyond what was expected of a typical person.
Rest assured, I know that together we will be a leader for America and Korea’s future.
-Minn Oh (Undergraduate at UC Berkeley, Berkeley, CA)
YGPF at UKC 2011 was a stepping stone in life to establish positively influential relationships that are way beyond
quid-pro-quo. With all of our gifts, experiences and talents combined, we have more than enough potential to create a
dynamically explosive effect on the engineering and science community.
-Eun-Jae H Yu (Mission Planner for Space Systems at US Air Force, Los Angeles, CA)
Truthfully, I wasn’t even aware of KSEA until my friend told me about the conference in Utah. Now, having been
exposed to the KSEA environment, I can honestly say that I am proud and happy to be part of an organization that
focuses on cultivating the careers and expanding the horizons of Korean-American scientists and engineers.
-Kathy Rhee (Water Operations Intern at City of Upland, Public Works, Los Angeles, CA)
UKC 2011 is my first UKC that I attended and it would change my life. I was speaking to a person sitting across the
breakfast table about my research and he invited me to come for an interview at his company. It is like a dream becoming a reality that could lead to a great career opportunity for me.
-Yangoh Jin (Postdoctoral Research Scholar at University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA)
I had amazing time with so many gifted and intellectual people I ever imagine. They truly inspired me to be a better
person and encouraged me to become a better leader in my community. I cannot forget the wonderful times I had. The
memories will be beautifully remained in my heart forever.
-MeeAe Hong (Senior Undergraduate at University of Washington, Seattle, WA)
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testimonials
Not Just Another Professional Conference
[Danny F. Chung, Piping Engineer at URS Corporation]
From beginning to end, UKC 2011 was a marvelous event in its preparation, its execution, and its impact on all the participants. In hindsight, it is clear that the primary goals of fostering relations between Korea and the United States, as well as
bridging the generational gap between older and younger participants were definitively met. Even in addition to these goals,
1.5 and 2nd generation Korean-Americans left feeling more connected with each other. Cultural barriers were broken down
which is a feat worth praising all on its owns. And of course, technical information was openly shared by all participants of
numerous different backgrounds making this event as intellectually stimulating as it was fun. This conference was personally an amazing experience from every vantage point particularly because of the thoughtfulness in all the activities.
Right from the registration period, it was evident that there were some good people working behind the scenes to make
this event special. I remember thinking to myself how organized the emails were, especially taking notice to how detailed the instructions were in explaining the registration process. And the responsiveness of the organizers were also noteworthy. There were several occasions where I had to ask for help and they were quick to respond and take action. Furthermore, the dedication they showed in having all participants be prepared for the conference was truly remarkable. The final
program and booklet that were delivered to all the participants were invaluable throughout the duration of the conference.
Also as a first time participant, I was taken aback by the level of sponsorship that was being offered to attend. It almost felt
too good to be true. But to my pleasant surprise, all of the promises of reimbursement were true without any underlying
catch. By the end of registration process, there was no doubt in my mind that I had made the right decision to attend UKC.
Upon arrival at the Canyons Resort in Park City Utah, I couldn’t
help myself but feel excited about the conference. The natural
beauty of the location was absolutely breathtaking. And the
weather there could not have been any better which made all
the outdoor activities much more enjoyable. On the first night,
we had a two hour photo-scavenger hunt. This activity was great
in two-fold that it not only broke some of the ice between the
participants but it also gave us the opportunity to get familiar
with the beautiful resort grounds. The following day we were
given several options for outdoor team building activities such
as hiking, mountain biking, and zip lining. With all the awesome
mountain ranges around us, I just had to choose mountain bik- YGPF participants enjoying bike ride during the conference. (l-r)
ing. This activity was far more challenging than I had ever imag- James Kwon, Danny Chung, Phil Oh, Margaret E Yoo, Hyung Joon
ined but the view from the top of the mountain was well worth Choe, Ann Yun, Edward Cho, Charles Lee, Daniel Ko, Eric Raeyoon
Yoo, Dongkook Lim.
the effort. And at last, the Utah Symphony at Deer Valley was a
concert to remember. Sitting there on the lawn listening to live performances of some of the most well-known classical pieces was
food for the soul. And to top it all off, this experience was nicely accented by a toast to all KSEA attendees by the concert host.
Switching over to the technical side, I felt that this conference was equally enriching on an intellectual level. To be able to hear the
voices of some of the most accomplished people in the Korean community was a real privilege I had never experienced before.
I listened to lectures on government efforts to increase interest in the math and science subjects nationwide, research topics of
various university professors, as well as the life testimony of Senator Paull Shin who I found to be especially inspiring on a personal level. I was also able to view technical presentations from many of the participants including the poster presentation of my
own roommate’s research subject. In addition to hearing about others’ research topics, the YG participants were also enrolled in
a team business venture challenge sponsored by KOFAC. Here, I was able to learn about the various elements needed in putting
together a business pitch, something that I thought many scientists and engineers may find helpful in their careers. This activity
also brought to light the oratory skills of some of the best presenters I’ve ever witnessed.
At the end of each long day filled with activities, people pushed themselves to come together one more time, even in their exhausted states, to plant the foundations of long-term friendships. All in all, this conference was a huge success mainly because
of the impact it is making on our culture. Korean culture is one that is dynamic and difficult to keep up with, but with conferences like these, we can expect bright futures for our young leaders both here in the United States as well as those in Korea.
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testimonials
A Journey in The KOFAC Challenge Team Competition
[Hyung Lee, Professional at PacificWest Energy Solutions]
There are different responses that people react to when they hear the word “competition”. A few will feel as though they are a contestant on “The Apprentice”, where the competitive intensity is great. Then there are those that feel as competitive as trying to get
a high score singing at a noraebang, giving their all, but in the end knowing that the score is just a number. The YGPF KOFAC
Challenge Team Competition fortunately allowed for a brilliant showcase for both sides of the spectrum and in between. Not only
providing an opportunity for a great competition, but a unique display of talents and teamwork in action.
The Team Challenge presented an opportunity to create a business plan or research grant proposal based on technical group lectures at the UKC conference. Teams were to create their project after members attended the 13 different technical sessions, taking these research presentations to the next level. The
brilliance of this premise was that we were able to not only be exposed to technical sessions outside our field, but to integrate multiple disciplines into a single
project. Not only were the participants involved in their session, but a platform
for innovation and creativity was given on a canvass of group collaboration.
Our group had a diverse set of individuals that brought together the elements
for success; a few doctorates, research scientists, an artist and a businessman.
We each brought a unique perspective to the process and had a strong mutual
Red Carpet Photo with Team Award. (l-r) Eric Raey- respect for each other’s opinions. This allowed for a free flow of ideas on what
oon Yoo, Jungsook Yang, PhD, Grace Park, PhD, Hy- type of project we should focus on. At first we leaned towards a business plan,
eyoung Lee, Veronica Choi, Hyung Lee (myself)
however after an hour of discussion, we realized the group’s strength was heavily geared towards doing a research grant proposal. With only a total of 4 hours to put a presentation together, precious time quickly
became scarce for our team. The second hour was easily consumed in deep conversations of which two technical discussions we
should use. The third hour, which was also during lunch, was spent flushing out our choices, often finding the weaknesses in research topic. Finally after deciding upon our topic, we spent the fourth hour putting together our presentation. It was this moment
that our team sprang into life. Researchers were researching the topic, doctorates were bringing the presentation to life and the
other two provided grounding to make sure we were able to effectively communicate our ideas.
When it was time for the presentations, I was amazed at the creativity and teamwork displayed by everyone. It was evident
that each group had worked through their own group dynamic to bring out a product of collaboration and synergy. Through this
process, they had discovered the expertise that each member had, which without the KOFAC Challenge would have gone undiscovered. With the limelight on them, groups displayed their talented teamwork and the spirit of UKC; collaboration and understanding across multiple disciplines.
Our team was fortunate to come in 2nd place overall amongst the strong competition provided. Everyone’s desire to do their best
raised the bar considerably, bringing out amazing talent and creativity in every presentation. Although the Challenge wasn’t like
the “Apprentice” or singing in a noraebang, we still got to see a beautiful display of competition. YGPF left Park City, Utah with a
better understanding of the scientific and engineering research going on today. In addition, through the KOFAC Challenge, we also
got to build relationships and took home friendships and memories that will last a lifetime.
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Featured Article
President of KSEA visits the Scientist of the Year
[Celina Lee]
President, Cheongwon America, Inc.
I love New York. My irresistible love comes from the passion and energy I feel from
the New Yorkers, who have given their all to be the best and those who are striving
to become the best. Recently, I was lucky enough to meet one of these New Yorkers, Philip Kim, Professor of Physics at Columbia University. KSEA President Hosin “David” Lee came in town to present Prof. Kim with the KSEA “Scientist of the
Year” plaque and asked me to come along. What I knew of him was that he was
a person who many people thought should have been awarded the Nobel Prize,
and my expectation was inevitably influenced by the stereotypical images of a “big
shot” in academia: intelligent but possibly arrogant, an elitist and probably cold.
During our meeting for a few hours, however, Professor Kim proved that my preconceived notion of who he was going to be like had been completely wrong.
Along the way to his office, he played our campus tour guide, kindly explaining Columbia’s expansion plans and how each floor is designed to encourage interactions
among the professors and students. As he showed President Lee around his lab
and explained how sophisticated testing equipment was used in his research, I was
surprised by how open he was about sharing information. As we walked around
different parts of his lab, I saw him interact with a student. “Would you mind if we
take a picture of you conducting research?” He politely asked with a kind smile. I
was again surprised; respect and politeness to one’s subordinates are not characteristics often found in people who are the big bosses in any industry. Professor Kim,
however, was different.
I became curious to learn more about Professor Kim; about his childhood and how he decided to become a scientist. “My dream
of becoming a scientist probably started when I was about six years old. The science books my father and grandfather studied
introduced me to the field of science and I found it to be very interesting and fascinating. Later, I wanted to study physics but I
wasn’t smart… I somehow was lucky to get into Seoul National University probably because that year the cut off score must have
been low” he said half-jokingly with a smile.
“Instead of focusing on being smart and doing well fast, I wanted
to find something I could enjoy for a long time. Doing something
that I enjoy… has kept me going for 25 years. There are things only
geniuses can do, but there are other things that the rest of us can do
if we believe in them and enjoy doing them.”
President Lee was asking Prof. Kim if he renewed his KSEA membership and I had to cut into the conversation, “What do you think
is the key to success?” “But I am not successful enough to tell you
about it…” Frankly, I have met many successful people and asked
the same question, but this is the first time I am hearing such response. President Lee interjected and assured me that Prof. Kim
is one of the most successful scholars in our life time but he is just
a very humble man. President Lee added, “Success needs three fundamental virtues: humility, persistence and positive attitude.”
He then sought an agreement from Prof. Kim and Prof. Kim nodded with his usual, charming smile. We then helped him catch
a Yellow cab for his flight to London on a Friday night where he was headed to learn more about the new interface knowledge
between neuroscience and nanoscience.
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Graphene: Laboratory Scale Realization of Quasi Relativistic Quantum Physics
[Philip Kim]
Professor, Physics Department
Columbia University
Graphene is a single atomic layer of graphite where carbon atoms arranged in a honeycomb arrangement. Although it comes as the
latest discovery among the graphitic allotropes; 3-dimesnional graphite, 2-dimensional (2D) graphene, 1-dimensional carbon nanotubes, and 0-dimensional fullerene, graphene quickly takes its place as an important basic building block for all of these graphitic
materials due to its simplistic atomic structures. Experimental demonstration of first graphene extraction and characterization
came in only 6 years ago [1], but this unique 2D material now opens many new revenue in research and applications, range from the
material platform for the realization of low-dimensional many body physics to the additive for large scale composites for strengthen
their electrical, thermal and mechanical properties. In this short article, I will briefly review the exceptional electronic properties of
graphene that related to the unique nature of its electronic structures.
Electronic structure of graphene can be simply viewed as the extension of network of benzene ring where each carbon atoms uses
three out of four valance electrons to make a strong covalent bonding to its three other neighbors and the remaining one electron
(π- electron) to be shared with other carbon atoms. It is this itinerary π-electrons which yield promising many applications and
already delivering exceptionally rich new physics. Much of new physics comes from a really unique electronic structure of graphene.
The π-electrons that conduct electricity in various materials are not really free. Various electronic waves coming from individual
atoms and molecules make up so-called quasiparticles. In most materials, often, these quasiparticles behave very similar to free
electrons but with different mass. In a way, an electron in the material behaves like a free particle confined in a container where all
the interactions between other ions and electrons can be simply adjust its inertia. The role of quantum physics here is redefining the
mass of the quasi particle, and then everything else can be simply viewed as “classical” again where the energy of a particle proportional to the squire of its momentum. It is not the case of graphene. Within a chicken-net type of atomic arrangement in graphene,
π-electron waves rearrange themselves in a type of quasiparticles that has not been known before. They behave like electrons would
behave if they have no mass and move with a constant speed, independent of their momentum (see Fig. 1 for illustration). Such
peculiar behavior is in fact has a resemblance to well-known fundamental particles: photons. Massless particles like photons travel
in vacuum at the speed of light independent of its energy or momentum following Einsteins’ special relativity theory. Unlike these
truly relativistic particles, the quasi particles in graphene moves at a speed of so called Fermi velocity, three hundred times slower
in graphene than the speed of light in vacuum. Besides scaled down the effective ‘speed of light’, the dynamics of the quasi particles
in graphene just follow the analogy of neutrino dynamics. These quasiparticles in graphene are named Dirac fermions and as such
their behavior is governed by relativistic quantum physics (quantum electrodynamics or QED) rather than the conventional physics
that applies to other metals.
The manifesto of Dirac Fermion nature of graphene was initially exemplified in
unusual quantum Hall effect discovered in graphene [2, 3]. Quantum Hall effect
appears when you have two-dimensional electron systems under a high magnetic field. When you apply magnetic field (imagine bring a magnet to very thin
sheet of metal), the electrons confined two-dimension deflect by the magnetic
field and form a circular orbit. In strong enough magnetic field, quantum physics
predict again the longitudinal current and more importantly a quantized transverse resistance (called Hall resistance), which we call the quantum Hall effect.
While dispassionless current in the QHE is interesting although it is distinctively
different from superconductivity, the quantized transverse resistance is more
emphasized, since the quantization is so exact to the combination of the values
of fundamental constant of physics, multiple times of e2/h, where e is the electric charge of electron and h is plank constant. The exact quantized macroscopic
Figure 1. Energy and momentum relation for
physical quantity is so rare, now the QHE serve as a new international standard
electrons in grapehen. The low energy approxiof resistance. More over there is a good potential to use this quantum mechanimation of this electronic band structure mimics
the dispersion relation of massless Dirac particles
cal effects for novel device applications relying on quantum mechanical effects.
In graphene, the ‘relativistic’ nature of the electron dynamics gives a new tweak
in the QHE. Different from conventional 2D systems, however, the observed quantization condition in graphene is described by
half integer rather than integer values. This unique half-integer quantization can be attributed to the peculiar topology of the chiral
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nature of the graphene band structure: the Dirac fermions always align its spin to its momentum direction either parallel (right
handed) or anti parallel (left handed). The oddness of this handedness of the Dirac particles appears when the particle rotates
around in its own axis. With just one turn, the particle does not come back to its original nature. It needs to turn around twice to
be itself again, stated by the basic quantum nature of the spin.
Combining relativisty and quantum mechanics, QED analogy of graphene can be is full of paradoxes and counter-intuitive results. In particular, for massless Dirac particles in QED, we always have to consider its counter-part, anti-particles together since
vacuum can always create a pair of particle and anti-particle pairs with only a little cost of kinetic energy. This unique property
of QED vacuum can produce exotic effects such as Klein tunneling, truly relativistic quantum phenomena that a Dirac particle
can penetrate freely through any barrier, independently how high or wide it is, which is very counter intuitive even within the
ordinary quantum mechanical point of view. Recently, a direct experimental observation of this peculiar Klein tunneling has
been realized in extremely narrow graphene heterostructures where a resonant cavity is formed between two electrostatically
created bipolar junctions (see Fig. 2). Analysis of the observed quantum conductance oscillations confirms that a chiral carrier
collimating effect with the expected phase shift of Dirac fermions [4].
Finally, I will make a brief comment on the electron-electron interaction in graphene. When a clean 2D electron system is in a strong magnetic field, new emergent phenomena appear where the Hall conductivity is quantized in the fraction
of integer numbers. In this fractional quantum Hall (FQH) regime, interaction
between electrons becomes so significant that electrons are strongly correlated
to form composite particles associated with magnetic flux quanta. This fractional
quantum Hall effect (FQHE) is the notable example of the broken symmetry phases that emerges from the massive degeneracy of the Landau levels. In graphene, the
symmetry of the honeycomb lattice endows the wavefunctions with an additional,
degenerate quantum number, termed valley isospin, which, combined with spin,
leads to an expanded manifold of quantum states. This has significant implications
for the formation of correlated states such as the FQHE. Indeed, such strongly correlated electronic states has been observed in graphene recently [5, 6], where the
detailed structure of these many body states suggest interaction driven symmetry
broken states [7]. As a manifest of strong electron interaction which may lead into
a new physics that has not been uncovered in this Dirac system, investigation of
FQHE in graphene will be an interesting subject of study in near future. Generally,
the interesting new physics described above also has implications for electronic
applications based on graphene. High mobility of carriers in graphene which may
lead high speed device operation and quantum electronic devices based on exotic
quantum transport behaviors are only a few examples to start with.
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Graphene,” Nature 438, 201 (2005).
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Graphene,” Nature 462, 196 (2009)
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The Cool Asphalt Pavement: A Window to the Eco-Friendly Future
[Hosin “David” Lee, President of KSEA]
Professor, Public Policy Center
Civil & Environmental Engineering Department
University of Iowa
I t a ly ( M ila n o )
2010. 11.
U n it e d S t a t e s ( I o w a )
2011. 8.
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R e p u b lic o f K o r e a
P ortu g a l ( P orto)
2010. 9.
J a p a n ( H im e j i)
2010. 12.
T h a ila n d
2011. 9.
Prologue
A few years ago, I had a chance to meet with the President of Korea Institute of Construction Technology
(KICT) and suggested an idea of starting a research project to develop an additive to lower the asphalt mixing
and compaction temperature. Since then, I have helped
KICT develop a new additive called “Low Energy AnD
low Carbon-dioxide Asphalt Pavement (LEADCAP)”
and build roads in Italy, Portugal and the US through
my professional connections. The LEADCAP, manufactured by Kumho Petrochemical Company, Ltd. in Korea,
was imported to build the cool asphalt pavement in Iowa
City, Iowa on August 16, two days after the UKC 2011
had ended. It is recorded as the first cool pavement built
using the LEADCAP in the US.
Introduction
The first modern asphalt plant was built in 1901 by Warren Brothers in East Cambridge, Massachusetts. The asphalt plants were dirty
and dusty until 1960s when new concerns for the environment led to baghouses. An energy crisis of the 1970s forced the asphalt
industry to embrace recycling. Now, there are about 4,000 asphalt mixing plants and 7,000 paving contractors who employ nearly
300,000 workers in the U.S., which produce 500 million tons of asphalt mix including 60 million tons of recycled pavements every
year. During the past century, the asphalt industry has been concerned about keeping the temperature of asphalt mix high enough
for adequate coating and compaction. An answer to the lack of coating and compaction has been to raise the temperature of asphalt
mix. Asphalt mix is typically produced in the range of 140 to 170°C and a temperature is often raised for asphalt mix with polymermodified asphalt and more angular aggregates. Now, for the better performance and environment, a new approach is to produce the
cool asphalt mix- a window to the eco-friendly future.
Minimizing Exposure of Workers to Asphalt Fumes
As can be seen from the two road construction pictures
in Iowa, the asphalt fume can be significantly reduced by
using the cool asphalt mix. Recently, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued the Clean Air
Interstate Rule (CAIR) that was designed to significantly
reduce sulfur dioxide (SO2) by 70 percent and nitrogen
oxide (NOx) emissions by 60 percent in 28 eastern States
by 2015 (EPA 2006). Some State and local governments
require that asphalt plants in some nonattainment areas
curtail operations when ozone formation is problematic
or limit asphalt production to a certain number of hours per week. Ruhl (2004) reported that the cool asphalt technology would
reduce CO2 and SO2 by 30 to 40 percent, volatile organic compounds (VOC) by 50 percent, CO by 10 to 30 percent, NOx by 60
to 70 percent and dust by 20 to 25 percent. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recommended that
occupational exposure to the asphalt fume should be controlled such that workers are not exposed to airborne particulates at a concentration greater than 5mg/m3 during any 15-min period (NIOSH 1977). The data regarding the potential carcinogenicity of paving
asphalt fumes in humans are limited. NIOSH concluded that the collective data currently available from studies on paving asphalt
provided insufficient evidence for an association between lung cancer and exposure to asphalt fumes during paving (NIOSH 2000).
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Building Cool Asphalt Pavement Using LEADCAP in Iowa
As shown in the picture, the KICT and Kumho jointly developed a new additive called LEADCAP, which is a wax-based composition
that includes a crystal controller that adjusts the wax crystallization at the low temperature and an adhesion promoter that acts as a
bonding agent between aggregates and asphalt binder (Oliveira 2011). A small amount of LEADCAP, 1.5% of asphalt by weight, can
be added to asphalt to lower a normal asphalt production temperature by 30 ºC. The
LEADCAP has been tested extensively at the Cool Asphalt Laboratory at the University of Iowa. The cool pavement was built on the Capitol Street between Prentis Street
and Court Street in Iowa City. The 3 inches of the existing pavement was milled and
replaced with the 1.5 inches of typical asphalt pavement overlaid by the 1.5 inches of
cool asphalt pavement. The asphalt mix was produced at 135°C and compacted at 110°.
As can be seen from the picture, unlike a typical asphalt pavement, the traffic was allowed on the cool asphalt pavement immediately after the compaction is completed.
Summary and Conclusion
A cool asphalt technology allows asphalt to flow at a lower temperature for mixing and compaction. Since the cool asphalt was mixed
and placed at a lower temperature, the amount of green house gas emission from the asphalt plant was reduced while conserving
the energy. Due to the cooler temperature of asphalt mix, the working environment was better for construction workers with lesser
amount of asphalt fumes. The cool pavement was open to the traffic immediately after the construction. The cool asphalt pavement
should last longer than a typical asphalt pavement due to less oxidation of asphalt during a mixing process with a lower temperature.
The cool asphalt pavement is a window to the eco-friendly future of better performance, better environment and happier workers.
Epilogue
Doing research about roads gave me a lot of opportunities to travel because roads are ubiquitous. The road research project allowed
me to travel to as far as Greenland to test a performance of a polymer modified asphalt road at an arctic temperature. In addition,
to conduct a road research at various climates, I traveled to Denmark, Portugal, Italy, New Zealand and Korea. While doing a road
research, I got to meet with local people including the Inuit. It is a joy to drive over the road that I helped build.
References
1. NIOSH (1977). “Criteria for a recommended standard: Occupational Exposure to Asphalt Fumes,” National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, DHEW (NIOSH) Publication No. 78–106.
2. NIOSH (2000). “Hazard review: Health Effect of Occupational Exposure to Asphalt,” National Institute for Occupational Safety and
Health, DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No. 2001–110.
3. Oliveira, J., H. Silva, P. Fonseca, Y. Kim, S. Hwang, J. Pyun and H. Lee, Laboratory and Field Study of a WMA Mixture Produced
with a New Temperature Reduction Additive, 2nd International Warm-Mix Conference, St. Louis, October, 2011.
4. Ruhl, R. (2004). “The German BITUMEN Forum – Co-Operation in Partnership.” 3rd Eurasphalt & Eurobitume Congress.
5. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (2006). “Clean Air Interstate Rule.” Accessed from www.epa.gov/interstateairquality/.
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Battles inside Cells; Protection of Genome for Survival
[Kyungjae Myung, Headquarter Operation Director of KSEA]
Senior Investigator, Genome Instability Section
Genetics and Molecular Biology Branch
National Human Genome Research Institute
National Institutes of Health
Completion of human genetic codes in 2004 (Human Genome Project) ignited public interest in genome that is a complex structure
composed with DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid). Many readers probably learned about DNA during their high school biology class.
DNA contains genetic instructions necessary for development of organisms and daily cellular life. DNA consists of two long polymers of simple unites called nucleotides that are composed of bases with backbones having sugars and phosphate. These two long
polymers run in opposite directions to each other and make double helix structure (Figure 1). Two polymers were held together by
hydrogen bonds between bases that are attached to sugar backbone. There are four types of bases; adenine (abbreviated A), cytosine
(C), guanine (G) and thymine (T). Combinations of these four letters determine construction of different proteins working in body.
Conserving intact DNA structure is very important. However, many hazardous agents including UV light, irradiation, chemical toxic wastes and metabolite byproducts constantly
attack DNA. These different DNA damaging agents cause different types of damage in DNA.
Bases in DNA could be modified or backbone could be broken. Base modification could
cause mutation that changes genetic information. Broken DNA could lead loss of large genetic information. Such DNA damage can lead cell death or deleterious mutations during
DNA replication. In addition, DNA replication itself could generate errors and produce
mutation. To protect such deleterious changes or loss of genetic information, cells equip
molecular protection mechanisms, called DNA repair. There are largely four different DNA
repair mechanisms depending on their specific roles for different DNA damage; Direct reversal, Single-strand damage repair, Double strand breaks repair and Translesion synthesis.
Figure 1. Structure of DNA double helix
Direct reversal was first observed in bacteria when bacteria were irradiated with UV light.
The UV irradiation causes the formation of pyrimidine (C or T) dimers that are abnormal covalent bond between adjacent pyrimidine bases. In conjunction with pyrimidine
dimer damage, bacteria activate the action of the enzyme called photolyase that catalyzes reverse reaction of pyrimidine dimerization. In addition to direct reversal of pyrimidine dimer, cells in all organisms have a direct reversal mechanism to remove methylated
G bases from DNA by the protein called methyl guanine methyl transferase (MGMT).
DNA damage, only occurs in one strand of DNA, can be repaired by using undamaged strand as a template. There are three different repair pathways for this type of damage repair. Base excision repair (BER) repairs damage in a single base caused by oxidation,
alkylation, hydrolysis, or deamination. Many enzymes including DNA glycosylase, AP endonuclease, DNA polymerase and DNA
ligase perform BER. Recognizably bulky DNA damage causing helix distortions, including pyrimidine dimers is mainly repaired by
Nucleotide excision repair (NER). There are multiple steps with many enzymes for NER process. Errors during DNA replication can
be recognized and corrected by Mismatch repair (MMR).
DNA strand breakage, especially when it happens in both strands to generate double-strand breaks, is particularly hazardous because
it could cause large loss in genetic information as well as rearrangements of genome. There are two types of repair mechanisms to
take care of DNA double-strand breaks. Non-homologous end joining (NHEJ) simply re-ligates broken DNAs. It is similar to using
duck-tape to link two strings together. Due to its rough nature of repair, NHEJ normally lose some genetic information that leads
mutation. Little bit more complex mechanism called homologous recombination (HR) repairs DNA double-strand breaks without
causing any mutations.
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The last repair mechanism, called Translesion synthesis (TLS) is also known as DNA
damage bypass mechanism. Damaged DNA
during DNA replication is more dangerous
to cells because it can block the progression
of DNA polymerase that replicates DNA.
Such stalling of DNA replication could cause
cellular death. To avoid such deleterious effect, cells could switch regular DNA replication polymerase to specialized translesion
synthesis polymerases (Figure 2). These polymerases could bypass damaged DNA and
avoid harmful stalling of DNA replication.
My laboratory is focusing on characterization of molecular mechanisms in several
branches of this DNA repair mechanism.
Recently, we found a new player, ELG1 that
regulates TLS pathway.
The importance of DNA repair mechanisms
can be highlighted by identifications of
many genetic disorders caused by defects
in a certain DNA repair gene. Patients with
Xeroderma pigmentosum (hypersensitivity to sunlight/UV, resulting in increases in
skin cancer incidence and premature aging), Cockayne syndrome (hypersensitivity
to UV and chemical agents), TrichothiodFigure 2. A model for the role of ELG1 in PCNA deubiquitylation. Upon encountering DNA
ystrophy (sensitive skins, brittle hair and
damage, the replication machinery becomes stalled. PCNA is then monoubiquitylate, and a
nails) have defects in NER mechanism. PaTLS polymerase is recruited to the damage site to replace the replicative polymerase (Polб/ε)
tients with Werner’s syndrome (premature
and bypass the lesion. Once bypass has occurred, ELG1, which becomes concentrated at stalled
aging and retarded growth), Bloom’s synforks with distinct foci structures in the nucleus, binds to PNCA and recruits the USP1/UAF1
drome (sunlight hypersensitivity, high incomplex, USP1 deubiquitylates PCNA, displacing the TLS polymerase and allowing (Polб/ε) to
resume normal replication.
cidence of leukemias), Ataxia telangiectasia
(sensitivity to ionizing radiation and chemical agents), Fanconi’s anemia, hereditary breast cancer, hereditary colon cancers have defects in different DNA repair mechanisms.
Scientists studying DNA repair as well as cancer including us keep finding more linkage between defects in DNA repair mechanisms
and genetic diseases including cancer.
Most conventional cancer therapy including radiotherapy as well as chemotherapy aims at killing rapidly dividing cancer cells by
giving DNA damage. Therefore, efficiency of cancer therapy depends on cells’ capacity to repair DNA damage. Many scientists including us started to identify sensitizing drugs for cancer therapy by screening libraries of small molecule compounds that could
inhibit a specific DNA repair pathway.
In addition to cellular survival and link to many genetic diseases including cancer, DNA repair is also important for suppressing
aging and evolution. Since DNA repair is fundamentally importance to conserve our genetic information, it is important to understand detail molecular mechanisms of DNA repair. Further, such studies ultimately assist to find better treatment of genetic diseases
including cancers and understanding of aging and evolution.
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Computational Evaluation of Mitral Valve Dynamics
[Hyunggun Kim, Publications Director 2 of KSEA]
Assistant Professor, Division of Cardiology
Internal Medicine Department
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
PROLOGUE
It was at a gate in the Salt Lake City International Airport in the afternoon on the following day after UKC 2011. I was waiting for my
flight back to Houston and saw President Hosin “David” Lee walking to the same gate. He was also on the way back to Iowa City via
Houston. We started to chat on how awesome UKC2011 was and discussed the first issue of KSEA Letters from the 40th administration.
He suggested me to write an article about my newly funded research grant from the National Institutes of Health. It is an honor to share
a story of my research with our fellow KSEA members. As one of the directors of the 40th administration, I hope that this technical
article can help readers get to know how exciting the fields of biomedical engineering and biomedical sciences are.
BACKGROUND
Just like the engine in a car, every single one of us has the heart that pumps blood to the entire circulatory system of our body. The heart
has four chambers with four valves. Blood collected from the body gets oxygenated in the lungs, and flows through the left atrium. Oxygenated blood is pumped through the mitral valve (MV) into the left ventricle which is the primary chamber pumping blood through
the aorta to the circulatory system. The human heart pumps 8,000 liters of blood a day and beats 2.5 billion times for a person’s life. You
can imagine how vulnerable the heart valves could be. MV disease has a prevalence of approximately 2-3% of the population.
The MV has a complex anatomical structure consisting of two asymmetric leaflets, a
saddle-shaped annulus, chordae tendineae, and papillary muscles. Pathological alterations of one or more components will cause abnormal MV function. The most common
treatment for early MV disease is surgical repair, with valve replacement performed if
the MV is severely diseased. Initially, MV repair was limited to a small percentage of
MV cases, but it is now employed by surgeons in more than 90% of cases. The unsolved
problem in MV repair surgery is predicting which repair is optimal for each patient.
Conventional imaging techniques cannot accurately determine which pathology is present and which repair will produce the optimal outcomes.
Current clinical three-dimensional (3D) echocardiography can demonstrate excellent volumetric morphology of the MV apparatus.
3D echocardiography is now being used by surgeons prior to MV repair to evaluate MV geometry and focus the surgical procedure.
Computational simulation is an effective method for morphologic evaluation and stress determination of the heart valves. Although
finite element (FE) analysis provides valuable information on the MV dynamics, the application of realistic fluid-induced loading on
the valve leaflets will be important due to the complex 3D MV geometry. Fluid-structure interaction (FSI) analysis can be utilized for
evaluation of heart valve dynamics
I have recently received a new research grant from the National Institutes of Health to develop a novel computational strategy combining 3D echocardiography with FE and FSI analyses to evaluate the effects of altered MV morphology (normal vs. diseased valves, and
pre- vs. post-repair) on MV function. This research has the potential to quantify the biomechanical effects of MV repair and suggest
objective interventional strategies. The specific aims of this research are:
1. To develop an integrated modeling platform to create a virtual MV model from 3D echocardiography for use in computational
simulation and analysis.
2. To determine the consequences of geometric alterations of the MV complex by comparative dynamic FE evaluations on normal,
diseased, and repaired MVs. We will evaluate and quantitate functional improvement of the diseased MV after repair.
3. To employ a comprehensive, state-of-the-art 3D FSI model to analyze both
normal MV function and alterations in fluid dynamics in the left ventricle.
FSI analysis will provide information on the complex flow dynamics around
the MV for normal, diseased, and repaired MVs.
The long term goal is to develop a diagnostic methodology combining imaging techniques and computational analysis methods that may provide a completely novel way of evaluating MV function and pre-surgical repair planning
to improve durability.
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RESEARCH DESIGN
1. MV Modeling Utilizing 3D Echocardiographic Data
A systematic image processing protocol will be developed to convert 3D
ultrasound image data into a 3D virtual MV model. This algorithm will
be composed of multiple sub-algorithms including 3D volumetric data
acquisition, MV leaflets/apparatus segmentation, geometric data digitization, 3D reconstruction, mesh creation, chordae tendineae creation, and
3D geometric data export to FE and FSI software. This integrated MV
modeling platform will be continuously developed and upgraded during
the grant period.
2. FE Evaluations on Normal, Diseased, and Repaired MVs
Computational FE evaluations on normal vs. diseased MV function can
provide important information to determine functional abnormalities
through a biomechanical analysis. It is important to collect and analyze
normal MV structure so that the knowledge gained with normal MV
evaluation (baseline) will allow us to determine the biomechanical and
abnormalities of MV function prior to and following repair (i.e. “diseased”
and “repaired” valves). These comparative studies will provide important
functional characteristics of normal, diseased, and repaired MVs, and
help to determine whether the repair successfully restore MV function to
normal valvular function (baseline). It is anticipated that FE evaluation
of MV function prior to and following repair will provide quantitative
assessment of morphological and functional improvement of MV pathology after MV repair.
3. FSI Evaluation of MV Function
One of the controversial areas in MV repair surgery has been the extent to which coaptation of the MV leaflets is important to
successful MV repair. This problem may be overcome in a unique and novel fashion if more detailed characteristics of the regurgitant jet can be determined from FSI evaluation combined with the conventional color Doppler ultrasound measurement. We
will perform the FSI analyses on normal, diseased and repaired MVs to assess the fluid dynamic alterations around the valve.
We will compare the detailed fluid dynamics and leaflet dynamics prior to and following MV repair to determine the efficacy of
the repair in terms of restoration of normal MV function (both leaflet and fluid dynamics). We anticipate that the fluid dynamics will be more sensitive to alterations in the MV geometry, and hence the FSI analysis will provide vital information towards
assessment of MV diseases and efficacy of surgical interventions.
SUMMARY
Novel computational techniques for structural (FE) and fluid dynamic (FSI) evaluation have been developed to assess biomechanical
information of the MVs. Combining these methodologies with 3D echocardiographic imaging will provide precise patient-specific
3D MV geometry as well as improve our knowledge of normal MV function and any alterations with valvular disease. This newly
funded research project will enable improved understanding of the importance of biomechanical parameters on the success of MV
repair surgery. As the principal investigator of this project, I created an excellent research team each of whom has extensive experience
in echocardiography, MV repair surgery, biostatistics, MV pathology, and FSI code development. These co-investigators will provide
important clinical and biomedical engineering viewpoints and advice to optimize the design and performance of this project to resolve
unexpected problems during the project period.
This exciting research to conduct comparative studies on normal, diseased, and repaired MVs using the proposed computational evaluation strategies will help us: 1) to further understand and characterize the biomechanics and physiology of normal MV function, 2) to
evaluate functional abnormalities through a biomechanical analysis of diseased/repaired MVs, 3) to quantitatively provide assessment
of functional improvement following repair, 4) to predict outcomes following repair, and determine patient-specific optimal repair
methods. Data and methodologies from these studies can be extended to larger clinical applications to help improve the success of MY
repair surgery.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
This project was funded by the National Institutes of Health (1R01HL109597-01) for the budget period from 08/22/2011 to 06/30/2016.
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technical note
GRANT WRITING FOR NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH
[Bettie Graham]
Associate Director of the Division of Extramural Research
National Human Genome Research Institute, National Institutes of Health
The most successful scientific researchers are honing their grant writing skills in order to compete for increasingly scarce funding.
In fiscal year 2011, only about 17 to 18 percent of researchers receive grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). That
means only about one in six grant applications are funded, the lowest rate in NIH’s history. Below are some tips to guide you through
the process when you’re developing a research concept. This is true whether you are a first time applicant or a seasoned researcher.
For researchers, writing grants is an essential skill that improves with experience. Successful applications share certain
qualities that I’m happy to pass along to you.
First Steps
• Come up with a novel or innovative idea.
• Visit Research Portfolio Online Reporting Tools (RePORT)
at http://report.nih.gov for examples of NIH-funded research.
• Conduct a literature search.
• Familiarize yourself with the research interests of the institute or center, www.nih.gov.
• Find funding opportunities at the http://grants.nih.gov
grants/guide/
• Discuss your proposed idea with an NIH Program Director.
Some Do’s When Writing Your Application
• Know the requirements of the Funding Opportunity Announcement.
• Propose something significant.
• Discuss why your idea is important.
• Make your research exciting.
• Probe for mechanisms and seek new models.
• Write clearly.
• Be brief with “stuff ” that everyone knows.
• Be persistent.
• Write, read, rest X multiple times.
Some Don’ts When Writing Your Application
• Propose to collect more data.
• Assume that all reviewers have the same in-depth knowedge of the subject.
• Cram your application like a suitcase. Pay attention to page
limits for each section of the application.
• Get frustrated with the process or the outcome.
• Underestimate the amount of time required to write an application.
When Preparing a Research Grant Application:
• Provide preliminary data.
• Never assume that reviewers “will know what you mean.”
• Conduct a thorough literature review on your research
topic.
• State the rationale of your proposed investigation.
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• Include a well-designed tables and figures.
• Present an organized, lucid write-up.
• Obtain objective pre-reviews from experts in the area at
your and other institutions (not current study section members).
How to Prevent Delays
• Read and follow instructions in the Funding Opportunity
Announcements.
• Seek scientific advice from:
o Mentors
o Faculty members working in similar research areas
o Former study section members
• Seek administrative advice from:
o University department
o Institution’s office of sponsored research.
o Appropriate review bodies.
• Institutional Review Board
• Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee
Why Some Research Grant Applications Receive Poor Scores:
• Lack of significance.
• Lack of new or original ideas.
• Absence of an acceptable scientific rationale.
• Lack of experience in the essential methodology.
• Questionable reasoning in experimental approach.
• Uncritical approach or lack of alternative approaches.
• Diffuse, superficial, or unfocused research plan.
• Lack of knowledge of published relevant work.
• Proposal is more work than can be done in reality.
• Lack of grantsmanship.
Additional Helpful Resources
• General information on grants from the http://grants.nih.
gov/grants/about_grants.htm
• NIH Center for Scientific Review’s http://cms.csr.nih.gov/
ResourcesforApplicants/
• “NIH Peer Review Revealed” and “NIH Tips for Applicants”,
videos available from the http://cms.csr.nih.gov/Resources
forApplicants/InsidetheNIHGrantReviewProcessVideo.htm
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sponsor news
The 2011 Ho-Am Prize Award Ceremony
The 2011 Ho-Am Prize Ceremony was held on June 1st, at Ho-Am Art Hall, in Seoul.
The Ho-Am Prize was established in 1990 by Kun-Hee Lee, the Chairman of Samsung, with a vision to create a new corporate
culture that continues the noble spirit of public service espoused by the late Chairman Byung-chull Lee, founder of Samsung.
Each recipient was awarded a diploma and a Ho-Am Prize medal with the prize money of 300 mil. won. Prior to and after the ceremony, commemorative lectures were held in major universities, high schools and academies across the nation.
This year’s recipients in each field are
• Prize in Science Prof. Taekjip Ha (Univ. of Illinois),
• Prize in Engineering Prof. Thomas Lee (Stanford Univ.),
• Prize in Medicine Prof. Augustine Choi (Harvard Med. School),
• Prize in The Arts Kyung Wha Chung (Violinist),
• Prize in Community Service Korea Legal Aid Center for Family Relations
The prize, named after the late Chairman Lee’s sobriquet, is given to individuals who have contributed to academics, the arts and
social development, or who have furthered the welfare of humanity through distinguished accomplishments in their respective
professional fields.
The Ho-Am Prize is presented in five categories: Science, Engineering, Medicine, The Arts and Community Service. A special
prize may also be given to Koreans who have significant accomplishments in professional fields other than those aforementioned,
or to foreigners who have made major contributions to Korea’s cultural and social advancement that transcend national and racial
boundaries.
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announcement
Announcement of New “KSEA Woojin Scholarship”
KSEA is pleased to announce the establishment of “KSEA Woojin Scholarship”, named after the late Prof. KwangHae(Kane) Kim, the 34th President of KSEA. After his death in June, 2011, the 40th KSEA administration decided to
establish Scholarship after his pen name, Woojin.
The late Prof.
Kwang-Hae
(Kane) Kim
Prof. Kwang-Hae (Kane) Kim, a professor at UC Irvine, passed away at 10:30 PM on June, 2011, from his illness.
During his time, Prof. Kim has donated $10,000 to KSEA as a foundation fund of “KSEA Woojin Scholarship” for
undergraduates with Korean heritage. Thanks to heartful thoughts and support from his friends and fellow KSEA
members, total of $35,000, the required amount to be an endowed scholarship, was received in a short period of
time.
Prof. Kim was born on August 6, 1947 in Seoul. He graduated from Kyung-gi High School, and received his B.S. in
Electrical Engineering from Seoul National University in 1969. He came to the U.S. for his graduate education, and completed M.S.
degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1972, and Ph.D. in Computer Science from University of California-Berkeley in 1974.
He had been a faculty member at University of Southern California, University of South Florida and State University of New York at
Binghamton. He joined University of California Irvine in 1986 where he has been a Professor and Director of DREAM Laboratory
at the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science until his passing. Despite his illness, he conducted research with
passion until the very last moment.
As a renowned computer scientist, his achievements were widely recognized through numerous awards including, Fellow of IEEE
inductee in 1988, 1995 IEEE Computer Society’s Meritorious Service Award, IEEE Computer Society’s 1998 Technical Achievement
Award, Fellow of SPDS (Society for Process and Design Science) inductee in 2000, 2003 Microsoft Windows Embedded Academic
Excellence Award, and Tsutomu Kanai Award from IEEE in 2004. His contribution to Korean-American community of science and
engineering was also truly remarkable. Prof. Kane Kim co-founded the Korean Computer Scientists and Engineers Association in
America (KOCSEA) in 1982 with Prof. Chanmo Park, and served as a president in 1991.
He also contributed to the success of KSEA in a numerous ways and had served the 34th KSEA President for 2004-2005 administration. His dedication and outstanding contributions to the field of computer science and to KSEA will be long remembered.
Donors’ list for “Woojin Scholarship”
Name
Title
Amount
Prof. Kwang-Hae(Kane) Kim
in 2008
34th KSEA President
$ 10,000.00
Mrs. Kwang-Hae(Kane) Kim
5,700.00
Chan-Mo Park
13th KSEA President
$
5,000.00
Saeyoung Ahn
25th KSEA President
$
2,500.00
Sung Won Lee
33rd KSEA President
$
1,000.00
Kang-Won Wayne Lee
36th KSEA President
$
1,000.00
Kang-Wook Lee
37th KSEA President
$
1,000.00
Esther Yang
37th KSEA Vice President
$
1,000.00
Hosin Lee
40th KSEA President
$
1,000.00
Anonymous
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$
$
1,000.00
Yong Nak Lee
10th KSEA President
$
500.00
Chin Ok Lee
18th KSEA President
$
500.00
Sung-Kwon Kang
35th KSEA President
$
500.00
Seri Park
40th KSEA Finance Director
$
500.00
KWiSE
KSEA APS
$
500.00
Less than $500:
Jin Kim, James Song, Quiesup Kim
(32nd KSEA President), John J Kim,
Woonsup Park, Gye Won Han, Lee
Joung Yoo, Hong T. Hahn (28th KSEA
President), Jang-Hyun Youn, John
Chang Hoon Lee, Yoohwan Kim, Brian Park, Dongho & Jihie Kim, Joseph
Han, and KSEA.
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in memory of kane
Prologue
Sitting on the window seat of row 8 of Delta Airline from Salt Lake City to Long Beach, I wrote
this eulogy for Prof. Kwang-Hae Kane Kim for his funeral on June 9, 2011. I had just been informed about it from Dr. Gye Won Han right before the door of the aircraft was closed, and
I started to write it once the plane flew above the clouds. While writing this eulogy, my past
memory of Prof. Kwang-Hae Kane Kim has emerged from the heart, which turned into tears.
I looked at a girl sitting next to me and told her that I was writing an eulogy and embarrassed
about an old man crying on the plane. She was on her way to the wedding but helped me
write this eulogy. Neither of us has ever written a eulogy before but time flew fast while writing this eulogy together. We were writing
on a small scratch paper and needed a larger paper for revisions. A woman sitting across the aisle overheard us and lent us many papers.
I delivered this eulogy with a very limited amount of tears on behalf of you all who may or may not know him in person but I can tell
you that the current KSEA would not have existed without his dedicated service for KSEA. Here we go....
Eulogy for Dr. Kwang-Hae Kane Kim
[Hosin “David” Lee, 40th KSEA President]
It is my privilege and honor to give a few words for a man that I respected the most. I respected him not because he was the leading
computer scientist but because he was a man of honor and had a passion for serving his people from Korea. He is my high school and
college alum, 11 years of senior of me, but I came here from Iowa on behalf of over 5,000 Korean-American scientists and engineers,
who he had served with a great passion as the 34th KSEA President, which was just six years ago.
Personally, he was my mentor, whom I turned to for advice when I was in trouble. As you can see now I am in trouble but I feel relieved
because I met him last February while he was fighting with his cancer. Now I know why he let me come to see him because he knew
how much I would have suffered if I could not have seen him one last time. He let me take a picture with him with a cow-boy hat on
and now I can turn to this picture when I have good news. I loved to tell him about good news because I can see him truly happy for me.
Prof. Kim has organized one of the most successful KSEA’s annual conferences called UKC on campus of University of California at
Irvine. It was a great opportunity for over 1,000 Koreans from US and Korea and may Americans to enjoy such a beautiful campus and
he was very proud of it. He asked me to serve as a moderator for the plenary session and dinner banquet with a very short notice. I did
some good and some bad. He criticized me for being not so well organized but I did not mind because I knew he truly cared for me.
He motivated so many Korean-American scientists and engineers to serve their own people from Korea. I will be continuing his
legacy as the 40th President of KSEA and his teachings and passion will guide me well to serve Koreans and beyond. He helped so
many Korean scientists and engineers to be successful in their career. I and so many people are given an opportunity to carry on his
work helping other Korean people in America. He has received an award from KBS and he donated the award money to KSEA for
creating the scholarship in his pen name called “Woojin”. But, he gave one condition that this Woojin scholarship should be created
after his death. I am proud to announce that KSEA will be establishing the Scholarship for Korean students in his pen name, Woojin.
In Memory of Late Prof. Dr. Kane Kim
[Chan Mo Park, 13th KSEA President]
When I received an e-mail with the tragic news from President Jae-Hoon Kim of KSEA on June 6, 2011 I was in Pyongyang teaching the computer science graduate students at the Pyongyang University of Science & Technology (PUST).
It was very difficult for me to accept the reality and I felt so saddened and helpless since I could not even attend the
memorial service.
I have known Kane 40 years as a friend, colleague, and co-workers in several national projects. He devoted himself so much for the
advancement of science & technology, in particular computer science and engineering in the USA and Korea through KSEA and
KOCSEA. It is my sincere hope that his dream of helping undergraduate students with Korean heritage comes true through the establishment of the KSEA Woojin Scholarship.
In Sorrow,
Chan-Mo Park, Chancellor of PUST
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KSEA Awards 2011
recipients
Dr. Ki-Jun Lee: Outstanding Contribution to KSEA Award
Dr. Ki-Jun Lee is President-Emeritus of KOFST and President-Emeritus of Seoul National University. Dr. Lee contributed greatly in fostering international cooperation throughout his career at Seoul National University as the President
of Seoul National University.
Mr. Jun-Mo Nam: Outstanding Contribution to KSEA Award
(Awarded by Korean Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, MEST)
Mr. Jun-Mo Nam has worked as a Mathematical Statistician at the National Cancer Institute since 1969. Mr. Jun-mo
Nam’s love for and dedication to KSEA has led to his three decades of exemplary services since 1978. He co-edited
KSEA 25 year history publication.
Dr. Francis Chung: Engineer of the Year Award (Awarded by KSEA and KOFST)
Dr. Francis Chung is a Principal Engineer in Department of Water Resources, State of California. As a Principal Engineer, Dr. Chung is a designated state manager who manages a group of 40 engineers and scientists who develop mathematical models dealing with surface and subsurface water management.
Prof. Philip Kim: Scientist of the Year Award (Awarded by KSEA and KOFST)
Dr. Philip Kim is a professor in Department of Physics at Columbia University. Philip Kim has been awarded numerous awards including 2009; Ho-Am Science Prize, 2008; Columbia University Distinguished Faculty Award, 2007;
National Science Foundation Faculty Career Award, 2004.
Mr. Heonmin Lim and Seattle WA Chapter:
Outstanding Chapter & Chapter President
The Seattle WA Chapter hosted UKC 2010 successfully and achieved the fastest growth among many chapters of
KSEA. Mr. Lim is a senior software development manager of Windows phone team at Microsoft.
Mr. Timothy H. Haahs: Entrepreneur of the Year Award
(Awarded by Mail Business News & TV)
In 1994, Mr. Timothy Haahs started his architecture and engineering company out of his home garage and has expanded to provide a wide range of services including structural engineering, architectural design, project management,
and master planning.
Dr. Benjamin Lee: Young Generation Leadership Award
Dr. Benjamin Lee is involved in developing tools for nuclear cardiology imaging as a research scientist at INVIA
Medical Imaging Solutions. Dr. Lee successfully organized past three YGTLC’s. Dr. Lee is currently serving as General
Director for the 40th term of KSEA.
Prof. Tom Oh: Young Generation Leadership Award
Dr. Tom Oh is Associate Professor of Networking, Security and Systems Administration at the Rochester Institute of
Technology. Dr. Oh served as YG Director during 37th and 38th terms of KSEA and organized two YGTLC’s and three
YGPF’s
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acceptance notes
Accepting the
KSEA’s 2011 ENGINEER OF THE YEAR AWARD
[Francis Chung]
Principal Engineer, California Department of Water Resources
It is my great pleasure and privilege to become the recipient of the 2011 ENGINEER of the YEAR AWARD. I am an engineering manager with the California Department of Water Resources. At present I am directing the work of over 40 scientists and
engineers in the planning and management of water resources in the State of California. With the current population of 38 million people California’s water issues are highly complex and diverse. At this time of this writing, I am involved in a lawsuit filed
against the state demanding over 100 million dollars in damages and compensation alleged to be caused by the State of California.
Because of this ongoing court trial, with regret I was unable to make the trip to the 2011 UKC Conference in Park City, Utah. I
saw a lot of great pictures from the conference and heard many telling stories about the big success of the 2011 UKC Conference.
With my personal apology for being unable to attend this successful and fun-filled conference, I am offering my best regards, deep
sense of indebtedness and congratulations to all participants and the organizers of the 2011 UKC.
Reflecting on my 30 years of career with the California Department of Water Resource, I feel truly blessed with the distinct pleasure of working on so many different aspects of water challenges in California. Securing reliable water supplies for the current and
future population in the state, securing adequate amount of water for the state’s food production, ensuring adequate quality and
quantity of water to the state’s industry, and maintaining and enhancing the environment for human and natural environment are
facets o f the state’s water management goal. I have had the pleasure of working on all major aspects of water resources planning
and management: new dams and reservoirs for the future state, sound and healthy San Francisco Bay Delta system, sustainable
state’s water policy, drought planning and management, flood prevention and mitigation, and environmental restoration and
enhancement.
Water resources planning in California requires a close coordination among local, state, and federal stakeholders. I have been
coordinating the work of various state departments like Fish and Game, Forestry, Agriculture, and State Water Resources Control
board. Close communication with federal government entities is also a must; I worked closely with water related federal agencies such as the US Bureau of Reclamation, US Fish and Wildlife Service, National Marine Fishery Service, Army of Corps of
Engineers, US Geological Survey, and US National Weather Service. Various workgroups, councils, or committees have been
created to address and exchange the diverse view points for different stake holder groups in the state and to reach a practical and
implementable consensus. I have been an active participant to many of these public and private processes.
California is blessed with a number of leading research institutes. I have past and current work relations with a number of the
University of California campuses: UC Davis my alma mater, UC Los Angeles, UC Berkeley, and UC Irvine. I am also currently
working with the NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Ames Research Center investigating the possibility of utilizing the space
imageries for water resources management. In the immediate past, I had the pleasure of working with the water experts from
national laboratories in California: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
As the world’s population grows, we are faced with the growing challenge of providing reliable water of adequate quality for
the urban population, industrial production, agricultural practice, and the environmental preservation and enhancement.
California having a highly diverse geography and hydrology is a microcosm of the world’s water challenges. I believe California can lead the nation in meeting the future water challenges and can show the world how some of the most pressing
future water challenges can be met. In fact, I had the honor of delivering an invited speech at the UN World Metrological
Organization in Geneva sharing my California experience in 2008 and another similar trip is planned in November this year.
I close by reinstating my million thanks to the hard working members of the KSEA to advance and promote the worthwhile cause
of the KSEA. I wish the happy and successful personal and professional journey to all members of the KSEA.
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acceptance notes
A Life Built on a Mission
[Timothy H. Haahs]
President, Timothy Haahs & Associates, Inc.
Timothy H. Haahs, PE, AIA serves as President of Timothy Haahs & Associates, Inc. (TimHaahs), an engineering and architectural design firm specializing in master planning and design with parking in mind. Tim is also the founding pastor of Calvary
Vision Church in Blue Bell, PA.
Born in Korea, Tim spent his first years living on a leper colony where his parents worked as missionaries. In 1969, when Tim
was 13 years old, his family moved to the United States, where they settled in Philadelphia, PA. In 1984 Tim graduated from the
University of Pennsylvania with a Masters degree in Civil and Urban Engineering. He then took a job at a prominent engineering
firm, where he began to work his way up the corporate ladder, creating a reputation as one of the region’s prominent structural
engineers. In 1989, Tim served as Philadelphia Chapter President for the Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association.
In early 1992 life was proceeding well for Tim. He was on the fast track to a successful career, had a supportive wife, two young
daughters. However, that year Tim began to suffer from shortness of breath and episodes of severe fatigue. Later that year, he
experienced a blackout and lost consciousness while driving. He underwent a series of medical evaluations, and later learned that
he would need a heart transplant.
In January 1993 Tim received a new heart. By that May he had returned to work on a part-time basis. However, his recent lifethreatening experiences dramatically altered his basic underlying principles, and he now viewed his life and career much differently. During his recuperation he realized that there was a higher purpose for his life than climbing the corporate ladder. He
wanted to help those in need in a significant way, and felt that establishing his own company would lead him in this direction.
In 1994 Tim started Timothy Haahs & Associates, Inc. The first thing Tim and his business partner developed was their mission
statement, which to this day reads “We exist to help those in need.” The firm emphasizes helping those in need through financial
support, as well as giving of time through various charitable organizations.
In October 1998 Tim faced critical heart problems again. He learned that the heart he received in 1994 was not functioning
properly, and was forced to stay in the hospital, awaiting a second transplant. Tim waited seven months, until April 1999, for his
new heart. His second transplant was a perfect match, and he again began the long road to recovery with the support of family,
friends, employees, and clients.
TimHaahs’ Corporate Culture
Building on the firm’s expertise in parking, TimHaahs has expanded to provide a wide range of services including structural engineering, architectural design, project management, and master planning. TimHaahs’ principals and staff study and focus heavily
not only on current areas of expertise but on industry trends and innovation in planning and design.
The firm understands the evolving critical role of effective planning as a driving force for economic development and revitalization. TimHaahs maintains a position as a leader in an ever changing industry through association involvement, education and
innovation, and most importantly, listening to clients and learning from their vision.
Commitment to Community
In addition to his work in the A/E industry, Tim Haahs is also the founding pastor of Calvary Vision Church in Blue Bell, PA.
Here he established the Calvary Vision Community Center, located in the same building as the firm. Founded upon the same mission as the firm, the vision of Calvary Vision Church and the Calvary Vision Center are to attract a new generation of believers,
as well as to encourage a multi-cultural environment.
In addition, Tim is also personally involved with a number of community and charitable organizations, including the American
Heart Association, the Philip Jaisohn Foundation and the Philadelphia Gift of Life Donor Program. Tim has also been a leader
of the firm’s mission to support charitable and community organizations, and he regularly encourages staff to become personally
involved with the causes about which they are passionate.
In spite of significant adversity, Tim has shown leadership and dedication to not only his the A/E industry, but to the community
around him as well. Tim continues to seek opportunities to mentor and influence those around him go the extra mile in all that
they do, from dedication to career success, to more importantly commitment to serving the needs of others.
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seattle washington chapter
[Heonmin Lim, 39th President of Seattle Washington Chapter]
Senior Software Development Manager, Microsoft
While attending UKC 2011, Dr. Brian Park was interested in knowing how Seattle chapter became so active in such a short period
of time and suggested me to write some short article.
KSEA has been a one half part of my life for more than a decade now; it started since I was a graduate student in Minnesota.
Since then, I enjoyed great time we spent together with great people in science/engineering fields in my life in US. This ‘great time with
great people’ is the key factor I can think of as a success factor. This was the topic that I was constantly emphasizing friends around
and recruiting them to join KSEA. Yes, chapter president need to be very diligent (and consistent) to promote chapter activities.
Some tactical stuff I can share are below.
Group emailing service.
The most important thing in the beginning phase is a very reliable communication channel. Emailing is good, but tracking all
member emails individually is very hard and time taking job. Creating a group emailing alias was one of the most effective means.
Our chapter did it with Google group emailing service and now created a Facebook group page. Google was simply picked because
it was available that time, almost all popular web portals provide this as a free of charge in these days. Now, KSEA HQ also provides a bulk emailing service that became our chapter email distribution channel now days. One thing I want to suggest is expired
members’ list. We have 2 years back member list in HQ server , but, we need to keep track of all past members whoever once joined
KSEA chapters since some simply forgot or not paying attention to KSEA, we lose members for this. However, sometime later, they
certainly re-think and come back. For this, we should constantly keep the communication channel open with all past members.
Do a good thing together.
National Math and Science competition (NMSC) is a good topic to share with so many volunteering friends. In Microsoft where
I work, especially, I encourage every Korean friend to help this since this is one of the rare events we can contribute to the Korean society
in US. Our next generation Korean kids, and their future, and our Korean community success, then the US success, all depend on
these students’ motivation on their school work. NMSC is directly impacting that. Yeh, indeed, it is a great meaningful event we all
can happily spend our time and effort together. Chapter president should constantly remind people (both current members
and future recruit members) this ‘good motivation’ throughout the year. It needs president’s effort, but works well, and indeed,
it is very effective to solicit good new members.
And, make chapter event as a family event.
In our life, US based life, so many things are tied with family topics. Spending weekends for KSEA events can become more fun
when family can join together. Spouses and kids can use KSEA events as chances to have fun, and meet each other, share their
thoughts/information/opportunities. Once families get to know each other, the KSEA chapter meetings or events can bring more
people show up, and of course, can bring more new members. HQ also supports these kinds activities as long as they can contribute to the membership driving, please use this opportunity, because it is very effective.
Technical seminar.
In addition to family meetings or friend gatherings which are informal events, we also did technical seminar series as a professional society. While it is sometimes hard to organize local chapter seminars and recruit local professional group people,
it definitely contributes to the membership drive and chapter promotion. Various activities including event preparation, recruiting speakers, hosting the event, after sessions generate huge activity traffic to local chapter. As a result, chapter members
are more involved by taking some roles and responsibilities, and hence become more active members. Again, HQ also supports chapter technical seminar activities, use it, and provide good chapter technical events to your local chapter members.
Below are list of events we have done in Seattle chapter.
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Summer Picnic and general meeting – 8/2010
UKC2010 –8/2010
Univ. of WA student meeting for student members – 9/2010
5th North West Regional Conference, Oregon – 12/2010
Year-end party and general meeting – 12/2010
2011 YGTLC conference at 1/2011
KSEA Seattle Chapter Quarterly Technical Seminar – 1/2011
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YG picnic and YG meeting – 5/2011
Chapter technical seminar – 5/2011
Summer Picnic and new member gathering, general
meeting – 8/2011
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Conference Chair &
KSEA President-Elect
Sang-Dai Park
Conference Co-Chair &
KOFST President
www.ksea.org/ukc2012
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Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association
1952 Gallows Road, Suite 300, Vienna, VA 22182
Tel: 703-748-1221. Fax: 703-748-1331
Email: sejong@ksea.org. Web: http://www.ksea.org
Directors Committee (40th Administration)
President: Hosin “David” Lee, Univ. of Iowa
319-335-6818, ksea40p@gmail.com
President-Elect: Hyung-Min Michael Chung, Calif. State Univ.
562-985-7691, ksea40pe@gmail.com
Vice President: Kookjoon Ahn, DOT
916-227-9257, ksea40vp1@gmail.com
Vice President: Hee-Koo Moon, Solar Turbines
619-544-5226, ksea40vp2@gmail.com
Executive Director: Yongho Sohn, Univ. of Central Florida
407-882-1181, ksea40ed@gmail.com
Finance Director: Seri Park, Villanova University
610-519-3307, ksea40fd@gmail.com
General Director: Benjamin Lee, INVIA Medical Imaging Solutions
734-678-1285, ksea40gd@gmail.com
Technical Group Director: Eun-Suk Seo, Univ. of Maryland
301-405-4855, ksea40tgd@gmail.com
IT Director: Sung Yi, Portland State Univ., ksea40itd@gmail.com
Headquarter Operations Director: Kyungjae Myung, NIH
301-451-8748, ksea40hod@gmail.com
Membership Director: Youngsoo Park, Argonne National Lab
630-252-5094, ksea40md1@gmail.com
Membership Director: Hanseup Kim, Univ. of Utah
801-587-9497, ksea40md2@gmail.com
Membership Director: JungAh Jung, Millennium Pharmaceuticals
973-752-5245, ksea40md3@gmail.com
YG Director: Byungdo Kim, Univ. of Texas at Austin
ksea40yd1@gmail.com
YG Director: Israel (Sun Min) Jung, The Boeing Company
425-263-2233, ksea40yd2@gmail.com
Publications Director: Byungkyu Brian Park, Univ. of VA
434-924-6347, ksea40pd1@gmail.com
Publications Director: Hyunggun Kim, Univ. of Texas HSC at Houston,
713-486-2342, ksea40pd3@gmail.com
Publications Director: Jaehoon Yu, Univ. of Texas at Arlington
817-272-2814, ksea40pd4@gmail.com
Headquarters Staff
IT Manager: Seung Seok Choi, 703-748-1221, it@ksea.org
Finance Manager: Kelly Han, 703-748-1221,finance@ksea.org
Admin Manager: Euna Yoon, 703-748-1221, admin@ksea.org
Accounting Administrator: Yoon Hee Chang, 703-748-1221,
database@ksea.org
Auditors
Gye Won Han, 858-784-7189, gyewon@scripps.edu
Sam Ryu, 832-377-7267, sam.s.ryu@gmail.com
Myung Jong Lee, 212-650-7260, mjlee999@yahoo.com
Elected Councilors
Group A: Physics
Eun-Suk Seo, 301-405-4855, ksea40tgd@gmail.com
Group B: Chemistry
Seogjoo Jang, 718-997-4110, seogjoo.jang@qc.cuny.edu
Group C: Mathematics, Geology, Meteorology, Statistics, Others
Yonil Park, 301-402-1438, yonil.park@gmail.com
Group D: Biology, Botany, Zoology, Biomedical Engineering,
Genetic Engineering
Jung Hyeob Roh, 713-500-6756, jung.h.roh@uth.tmc.edu
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Chul Hee Kang, 509-335-1409, chkang@wsu.edu
Group E: Agriculture, Ecology, Food, Nutrition
Haejung An, 949-608-4408, haejung.an@FDA.HHS.gov
Group F: Medical Science, Pharmaceutical Science, Veterinary Medicine,
Physical Education
Kyoung-Jin Yoon, 515-294-1083, kyoon@iastate.edu
Group G: Chemical Engineering, Textile Engineering, Nuclear
Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Applied Chemistry
Inchan Kwon, 434-243-1822, ik4t@virginia.edu
Group H: Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Naval
Architecture
Mun Y. Choi, 860-230-7003, choi@engr.uconn.edu
Bongtae Han, 301-405-5255, bthan@umd.edu
Group I: Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mining Engineering
Kyeong-Ook Lee, 630-252-9403, klee@anl.gov
Group J: Civil Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Engineering
Jun-Seok Oh, 269-276-3216, junoh3@gmail.com
Youngsoo (Richard) Kim, 919-515-7758, kim@ncsu.edu
Group K: Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Communication Engineering
Ki Wook Kim, 919-515-5229, kwk@ncsu.edu
Taek Jin Kwon, 732-758-3242, taekjkwon@yahoo.com
Group L: Computer Science, Systems Engineering
Kyung Dong Ryu, 914-945-2502, kdryu2000@gmail.com
Sam-Joo Doh, 781-565-5229, samjoodoh@yahoo.com
Group M: Industrial Engineering and Mgmt Science
Sunghoon Kim, 201-988-9094, stevekim.jsi@gmail.com
Former President Councilors
Jae Hoon Kim, The Boeing Company, 425-786-7723, jkim1@ieee.org
Chin Ok Lee, Rockefeller University, 212-327-8617, leech@mail.rockefeller.edu
Kang-Won Wayne Lee, Univ. of Rhode Island, 401-874-2695,
kwaynel@gmail.com
Chapter Presidents
Central Penn (1) Jungwoo Ryoo, 814-949-5243, jryoo@psu.edu
Georgia (3)
Chulsung Kim, 678-407-5776, ckim@ggc.usg.edu
Michigan (6)
Hahnsang Kim, 734-223-7284, hahnsang.kim@gmail.com
Midwest Reg. (7) Duck Young Chung, 630-252-4907,
dychung.ksea@gmail.com
Minnesota (8) Yunje Oh, 952-835-6366, ohyunje@hotmail.com
New England (9) Sangun Lee, 508-887-4564, sangun69@gmail.com
New Jersey (10) Hong-Yong Kim, 862-778-3469,
hongyong.kim@novartis.com
NY Metro (11)
Jun Ho Shin, 718-631-6255, jshin@qcc.cuny edu
N. Carolina (12) Sung Woo Kim, 919-513-1494, swk.ncsu@gmail.com
Ohio (14)Bomjun Kwon, 614-366-8377, bjkwon@gmail.com
Seattle WA (15) Wookuen Shin, geoshin@gmail.com
Philadelphia (16) Min Jun Kim, 215-895-2295, minjun.kim@gmail.com
St. Louis (17)
Jayoung Choi, 310-562-7917, kseastl@gmail.com
Southern CA (18) Chan Seung Park, 951-781-5771, cspark@cert.ucr.edu
South Texas (19) Sukjoo Choi, 281-249-8732, sukjoo.choi@gmail.com
Wash. Metro (21) June M Kwak, 301-405-9726, jkwak@umd.edu
Alabama (23)Dong Joo Daniel Kim, 334-844-4864, dkim@eng.auburn.edu
Austin TX (24) Jinwoo Lee, 512-785-2098, jinwoo@mail.utexas.edu
Silicon Valley (30) Jun Young Huh, heymosoo@yahoo.com
Baltimore (31)
Mihyun Bae, 443 804 7507, niceangel075@hotmail.com
N. Texas (40)
Jiyoung Kim, 972-883-6412, jiyoung.kim@utdallas.edu
Central VA (41) Jungwook Jun, 804-371-0808,
jungwook.jun@vdot.virginia.gov
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Central IL (42) Seung-Yul Yun, 217-255-8540, Yes.Andrew@gmail.com
Southern VA (49) Dong S. Ha, 540-552-1965, ha@vt.edu
Utah (56)
You Han Bae, 801-474-1945, you.bae@utah.edu
Sacramento (58) Young Lee, 916-227-7645, ylee0617@hanmail.net
San Diego (60)
Yongkyoon In, 858-455-6655, yongkin@alum.mit.edu
Oregon (62)
Won Yong Kim, 503-616-6001, wykim@kitech.re.kr
North Dakota (65) Chiwon W. Lee, 701-361-9411, chiwon.lee@ndsu.edu
Central FL (67)Hyoungjin Cho, 407-927-4301, joehcho@gmail.com
Kentucky (903) Duk-Hyung Lee, 859-858-3511, duk.lee@asbury.edu
KSEA Korea (905) Tammy Cho, 82-18-282-7995, btheb_02@naver.com
Committee Chairs
Contest Committee:
Kookjoon Ahn, 916-227-8357, kookjoon_ahn@dot.ca.gov
Election Committee:
James Song, 301-602-2206, james.song.nih@gmail.com
Fund Management Committee:
Kang-Wook Lee, 914-945-3070, kangwook.lee.ibm@gmail.com
History Committee:
Yong Nak Lee, 847-577-5967, ynlee@htrdltd.com
Honors and Awards Committee:
Sung Kwon Kang, 914-945-3932, sungkang.ksea@gmail.com
Long-range Planning Committee:
Saeyoung Ahn, 301-646-6602, saeyounga@yahoo.com
Nomination Committee:
Jae Hoon Kim, 425-786-7723, jae.h.kim@boeing.com
Rules Committee:
Nak Ho Sung, 617-627-3447, nsung@tufts.edu
Scholarship Committee:
Seong Gon Kong, 215-204-7932, skong@temple.edu
Young Generation Committee:
John Hyung Lee, 310-280-8269, johnleelp@gmail.com
Local Chapter Presidents Committee: Wookeun Shin, 206-714-4110, geoshin@gmail.com
Affiliated Professional Society (APS) Presidents
Association of Korean Physicists in America (AKPA)
Eun-Suk Seo, University of Maryland, seo@umd.edu
Baltimore Life Scientists Association (BLSA)
Mihyun Bae, Johns Hopkins Medical institutes, mbae3@jhmi.edu
Korean American Society for Biotech & Phamaceuticals (KASBP)
Yong-Hae Han, Bristol-Myers Squibb, yong-hae.han@bms.com
Korean-American Energy Exploration & Production Society (KEPS)
Sam Jae Cho, Ryder Scott Company, chosj@blackmidas.com
Korean Computer Scientists & Engineers Association in America (KOCSEA)
Yoohwan Kim, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, yoohwan@cs.unlv.edu
Korean-American Offshore Engineers Association (KOEA)
Hoseong Lee, American Bureau of Shipping, hlee@eagle.org
Korean Pathologists Association of North America (KOPANA)
Eun Young Lee, University of Kentucky , eylee@uky.edu
Korean Transportation Association in America (KOTAA)
Hak-Chul Shin, Louisiana State University, shin@lsu.edu
Korean-American Women in Science and Engineering (KWiSE)
Sanghee Yoo, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, sanghee_yoo@yahoo.com
NIH-Korean Scientists Association (NIH-KSA)
Jung Hyun Park, National Cancer Institute , National Institutes of Health, parkhy@mail.nih.gov
New York Korean Biologists (NYKB)
Sae Woong Park, Weill Cornell, sap2015@med.cornell.edu
The Society of Korean Statisticians in America (SKSA)
Sin-Ho Jung, Duke University, jung0005@mc.duke.edu
Korean-American Mathematical Scientists Association (KAMSA)
Hae Soo Oh, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, hso@uncc.edu
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Korean-American Society for Biomedical Informatics (KASBI)
James S. Song, National center for Biotechnology Information
National Institutes of Health, james.Song@nih.gov
Research Triangle Park Bioscience and Biotechnology Meeting (RTP
B&B)
Joseph Kim, GlaxoSmithKline, Joseph.y.kim@gsk.com
Korean-American Intellectual Property Lawyers Association (KAIPLA)
Joo Mee Kim, Rothwell, Figg, Ernst & Manbeck, P.C., jkim@rfem.com
Korean Life Scientists at UCSF (KOLIS)
Dae Hwi Park, University of California- San Francisco,
Daehwi.park@ucsf.edu
Ex-Presidents
Kiuck Lee, Marquette Univ., 312-787-7060, kiucklee@aol.com
Young Bae Kim, USC, 213-740-2311
Sang Il Choi, POSTECH, 919-357-7018, sangil@postech.ac.kr
Kwang Bang Woo, Yonsei Univ., 82-2-2123-3555, kbwoo@yonsei.ac.kr
Yong Nak Lee, HTRD, 847-577-5967,ynlee@htrdltd.com
Jae Young Park, NC State Univ., 919-848-6110, JAEYPARK30@aol.com
Chan-Mo Park, POSTECH, 82-11-521-8909, parkcm@postech.ac.kr
Dong Han Kim, POSTECH, 82-54-279-2101, dhkim@postech.edu
Ki-Hyon Kim, NC Central Univ., 919-530-6451, khk@nccu.edu
Kwang Kuk Koh, Chrysan Ind., 734-451-5411 ext 203,
kwang@chrysanindustries.com
Chin Ok Lee, Rockefeller Univ., 212-327-8617, leech@rockefeller.edu
Chai Chin Suh, 610-678-0534, chaisuh@gmail.com
Moo Young Han, Duke Univ., 919-660-2575, myhan@phy.duke.edu
Kun Sup Hyun, Polymer Processing Institute (O) 973-596-3267, kshyun@polymers-ppi.org
Hyo-Gun Kim, K-JIST, 703-663-8803, hkim@gist.ac.kr
Moon Won Suh, NC State Univ., 919-515-6580, moon_suh@ncsu.edu
Dewey Doo-Young Ryu, UC Davis, 530-752-8954, ddyryu@ucdavis.edu
Saeyoung Ahn, Fuzbien Tech. Institute, 301-646-6602,
saeyounga@yahoo.com
Kyong Chul Chun, Argonne Nat. Lab, 202-488-2435, kcchun@anl.gov
Ki Dong Lee, Univ. of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, 217-244-0421, kdlee@uiuc.edu
Hong Taik (Thomas) Hahn, 310-825-2383, hahn@seas.ucla.edu
Howard Ho Chung, Argonne National Lab., 630-818-6715,
chung.ksea@gmail.com
Nak Ho Sung, Tufts University, 617-627-3447, nsung@tufts.edu
Chan I. Chung, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 518-727-3655,
chungc@rpi.edu
Quiesup Kim, JPL/NASA, 818-354-8612, quiesup.kim@sbcglobal.net
Sung Won Lee, Univ. of Maryland, 301-405-1128, swlee@umd.edu
Sung K. Kang, IBM T.J. Watson Research Ctr., 914-945-3932,
sungkang.ksea@gmail.com
Kang-Won Wayne Lee, Univ. of Rhode Island, 401-874-2695,
kwaynel@gmail.com
Kang-Wook Lee, IBM T.J. Watson Research Ctr., 914-945-3070,
kangwook.lee.ibm@gmail.com
Chueng-Ryong Ji, North Carolina State Univ., 919-515-3478, chueng.ji@gmail.com
Jae Hoon Kim, The Boeing Company, 425-786-7723, jkim1@ieee.org
Ex-Presidents (Deceased)
Shoon Kyung Kim
Inyong Ham
Chong Wha Pyun
Hogil Kim
Je Hyun Kim
Kyungsik Kang
Soon Kyu Kim
Kwang-Hae (Kane) Kim
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