Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association Newsletters
November 2024
Dear KSEA Members,
As we prepare to close out 2024, I am reminded of the incredible energy and achievements within our vibrant KSEA community. This November edition of the KSEA e-Letter highlights just how dynamic and diverse our organization has become, thanks to your unwavering dedication and support.
In this issue, you’ll find exciting news about the 2025 KSEA Young Investigator Grants, showcasing our commitment to supporting emerging talents. I am also proud to share that during the 53rd administration’s first fiscal year, KSEA signed three significant MOUs, paving the way for groundbreaking collaborations and opportunities.
Our National Events section celebrates the success of SEED 2024and the Interstate Drone League (iDrone KSEA), where innovation and community engagement took center stage. These events exemplify our mission to foster leadership and advance science and technology within our community.
In the Member News section, we recognize the outstanding contributions of two 2023 Young Investigator Grant recipients: Dr. Hyoyoung Jeong and Dr. Changrim Lee. Their work is a testament to the caliber of talent within KSEA and the impact we can have in the scientific world.
The Young Generation (YG) continues to inspire with initiatives like the 1st UF KSEA YG Group Gainesville Chapter networking event, which strengthens bonds among our younger members and promotes future leaders.
On the local front, our chapters have been buzzing with activity, from fall picnics and networking events to seminars and student welcoming programs. Highlights include the Orlando Chapter Fall Picnic, Virginia Tech resume seminar, and the Triangle Sport Day. These events underscore the importance of community at every level of KSEA.
Finally, in the APS/TG/Regional Conferences section, the 2024 Northeast Regional Conference and the 8th KAPAL Annual Conference remind us of the vital role KSEA plays in fostering global connections and collaboration.
As we head into the holiday season, I encourage you to reflect on the many ways you’ve contributed to KSEA’s success. Thank you for being an essential part of our community and for your commitment to advancing science, technology, and the Korean-American community. Together, let’s continue to build a stronger, more innovative future.
Warm regards,
Tom Oh
53rd President, KSEA
Announcements
2024 KSEA Leadership Conference
The 2024 KSEA Leadership Conference brought together 25 influential members of the KSEA community, comprising 20 young-generation leaders and 5 senior leaders, including the future president and a presidential candidate. Held in KSEA HQ in Vienna, VA, the conference served as a…
2024 Scientists and Engineers Early Career Development (SEED) Workshop
SEED 2024 was held at the Hyatt Regency SFO, San Francisco, California on August 20-21, 2024. This workshop supported by KSEA since 2013, has provided mentorship to, and help develop the careers of, junior KoreanAmerican scientists and engineers. I am honored and…
The 53rd KSEA Administration signed 3 MOUs during the 1st fiscal year
The 53rd KSEA administration signed three Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) during the first fiscal year to engage in active international collaborations and partnerships with Korea University, the Institute for Information and Communication Technology Planning and Evaluation (IITP), and the Korean Chemical Society…
2025 KSEA Young Investigator Grants
The Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association (KSEA) is pleased to announce an opportunity for the 2025 KSEA Young Investigator Grants (YIGs), which are intended to recognize those who have demonstrated outstanding early career development in science, engineering, and/or technology. Two grants will…
Final Report from 2023 Young Investigator Grants – Dr. Changrim Lee
Sex difference in the profile of extracellular bioactive lipids of conjunctival epithelial cells during allergic inflammation The ocular surface is comprised of cornea and conjunctiva overlaid by the tear film1. The epithelium of the conjunctiva lines the inside of the eyelids and…
Final Report from 2023 Young Investigator Grants – Dr. Hyoyoung Jeong
Skin-interfaced wireless platform for intrapartum fetal and maternal monitoring Intrapartum fetal monitoring has remained largely unchanged for nearly 50 years, with Electronic Fetal Monitoring introduced in the 1970s to identify fetal asphyxia and prevent related brain injuries like hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy [1]. Despite…
Local Chapter News
KSEA Research Poster Symposium at Virginia Tech
On November 16, 2024, KSEA hosted the Poster Symposium at Virginia Tech, an event that provided both graduate and undergraduate students an opportunity to present their research. The event allowed participants to showcase their projects through visual posters, offering attendees a chance to learn about a variety of research topics…
Cheer During Midterm Virginia Tech 2024
On October 15–16, 2024, KSEA at Virginia Tech hosted an event called Cheer During Midterm, aimed at supporting students during the stressful midterm season. The event provided free snacks to students who visited the KSEA members on campus, offering a welcome break from the rigors of studying and exams. The…
KSEA UG_G Event Virginia Tech 2024
The event was a successful gathering where undergraduate and graduate students exchanged valuable information about graduate programs at Virginia Tech. Structured by academic majors, the event allowed graduate students to share their research experiences, challenges, and insights with undergraduates, providing guidance on navigating the application process, managing coursework, and securing…
KSEA Resume Seminar Virginia Tech 2024
On September 4, 2024, Virginia Tech hosted a Resume seminar that proved to be a valuable resource for students preparing for their careers. Dr. Young Kim from the Department of Packaging Engineering led the workshop from 6 PM to 7 PM, attracting around 20 students eager to improve their resumes.…
KSEA Silicon Valley Chapter Hosts Monthly Seminar on “Universe and Supernovae”
On November 22, 2024, the Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association Silicon Valley Chapter (KSEA SVC), led by Chapter President Dr. Gwansuk Kang, held its monthly seminar at Stanford University. The seminar featured Dr. Jeonghee Rho, a senior research scientist at the SETI Institute, who delivered an in-depth lecture titled “Universe…
KSEA Silicon Valley Chapter Launches “Trends in Silicon Valley” Seminar Series
On October 29, 2024, the Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association (KSEA) Silicon Valley Chapter, led by Chapter President Dr. Gwansuk Kang, successfully held the first event of its newly launched seminar series titled “Trends in Silicon Valley” at Stanford University. This seminar series was designed to offer KSEA members engaging…
KSEA Silicon Valley Hosts 2024 IT Startup Seminar at Stanford
The Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association (KSEA) Silicon Valley Chapter, led by Chapter President Dr. Gwansuk Kang, successfully held the 2024 IT Startup Seminar on September 27 at Stanford University. Moderated by Dr. Goonho Park, the seminar featured Sungwon Lee, CEO of Runbear, who shared his entrepreneurial journey and insights…
CJ: Career Development in the US as a Scientist in Engineering Virginia Tech 2024
Reported by Seunghee Yoon, KSEA VT Southern Chapter Event Guest: Dr. Yunil Hwang, CEO of CJ CheilJedang America On October 2, 2024, KSEA at Virginia Tech hosted a lecture featuring Dr. YunilHwang, CEO of CJ AMERICA. The talk provided valuable career insights forengineering students, particularly those interested in emerging technologies…
KSEA UG_G Event Virginia Tech 2024
Reported by Won Jae Chung, KSEA VT Southern Chapter Event led by Young Ju Eu, President of KSEA VT Southern Chapter The event was a successful gathering where undergraduate and graduate students exchanged valuable information about graduate programs at Virginia Tech. Structured by academic majors, the event allowed graduate students…
KSEA Resume Seminar Virginia Tech 2024
Reported by Seunghee Yoon, KSEA VT Southern Chapter Event Guest: Dr. Young Kim, Professor of Packaging Science at Virginia Tech On September 4, 2024, Virginia Tech hosted a Resume seminar that proved to be a valuable resource for students preparing for their careers. Dr. Young Kim from the Department of…
Annual Membership Drive & Welcoming Event 2024
Reported by Jinseon Hwang, VTKSA President On August 31, 2024, the Virginia Tech Korean Students Association (VTKSA) hosted its Annual Membership Drive & Welcoming Event at Squires Hall, offering a valuable networking platform for Korean students at various academic levels. The event, attended by 76 participants including 27 new members,…
KSEA NC Chapter “2nd Triangle Sports Day”
Fun, Laughter, and Friendly Rivalry: KSEA NC Chapter Hosts “2nd Triangle Sports Day” on October 5, 2024 On October 5, 2024, the North Carolina chapter of KSEA hosted its highly anticipated annual event, the “2nd Triangle Sports Day”, held at the picturesque Miller Field at NCSU, this fun-filled event brought…
KSEA Gainesville FL Chapter Revitalized with Record Growth, Successful Membership Drive, and New UF YG Group
The KSEA Gainesville FL Chapter and UF KSEA YG Group have experienced remarkable membership growth this year, expanding from 19 to a robust community of 56 members. This revitalization underscores the chapter’s commitment to fostering a vibrant network of Korean-American scientists and engineers at the University of Florida and within…
KSEA NJ CHAPTER 2024 FALL PICNIC
작년에도 나뭇잎은 떨어졌고, 올해도 어김없이 나뭇잎은 다시 떨어진다. 변하지 않는 진리를 느끼게 하는 이 가을 속에서, 푸른 하늘과 흩날리는 구름, 그리고 산뜻한 태양빛이 우리의 마음을 더욱 따스하게 해준 하루였다. The KSEA New Jersey Chapter celebrated its 2024 Fall Picnic and Networking Event on October 5, 2024, at Joseph Medwick Park…
GA Chapter local seminar series #1
On September 7, 2024, the KSEA-GA chapter hosted its first seminar of the year, featuring Inkoo “Kevin” Kim as the guest speaker. Kevin Kim is the Managing Attorney at Ingoo Kevin Kim Law, LLC, a Gwinnett County Court-Appointed Attorney for Guardian Ad Litem services, and a former Talk Show Host…
Central Florida Chapter Fall Picnic
KSEA Central Florida Chapter Fall picnic took place on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Blanchard Park in Orlando, from 10:30am to 2pm. The main goals of this event were to support networking among Korean American scientists and engineers, faculty, postdocs, and students in Central Florida and to promote the KSEA…
2024 SW OH KSEA Fall Picnic
On Saturday, September 14, 2024, the SW OH KSEA chapter hosted its annual Fall picnic at Swaim Park in Montgomery, Ohio, from 12 pm – 3 pm. The primary goals of this picnic were to: 1) inform our members about our mission and highlight our upcoming events 2) welcome new…
APS/Regional Conference News
2024 KOCSEA Symposium
Reported by Chul Sung (President of KOCSEA) The 2024 KOCSEA Symposium hosted by KOCSEA (Korean Computer Scientists & Engineers Association in America) brought together experts to talk about exciting new developments in science and technology. The speakers shared their research on Artificial Intelligence (AI), quantum computing, and more, giving everyone…
2024 8th KAPAL Annual Conference
The Korean American Professional Association in Life Sciences (KAPAL) successfully held its 8th Annual Conference from November 1 to 2 in Gaithersburg, Maryland. This year’s conference served as an opportunity not only for research exchange but also for deepening understanding and discussions on key aspects of drug development, including regulatory…
2024 Northeast Regional Conference “Toward a Resilient Future: Uniting Science, Technology, and Sustainability”
The 33rd Northeast Regional Conference (NRC) 2024 was jointly organized by the New Jersey, New York Metropolitan, and Philadelphia Chapters of Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association (KSEA). This year NRC was sponsored by nonprofit organizations, KSEA and the Korea-U.S. Science Cooperation Center (KUSCO), and it was held in the collaboration…
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