Dr. Jong-Gook Kim | Environmental Engineering Β | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Jong-Gook Kim at Korea Institute of Science and Technology Jeonbuk, South Korea
Dr. Jong-Gook Kimπ°π· is a dedicated environmental engineer specializing in soil and groundwater remediation, water/wastewater treatment, and sustainable environmental technologies π±π§. With a Ph.D. from Jeonbuk National University π, he has gained hands-on experience in electrochemical processes, heavy metal removal, and carbon-based solutions β»οΈβοΈ. He has worked in leading research institutes including KIST and Northeastern University, contributing to critical global challenges like carbon dioxide removal ππ§ͺ. Dr. Kim also holds patents in innovative environmental treatments and has served as a lecturer, researcher, and project leader across academia and industry π§βπ«π.
Professional Profile:
πΈ Education & ExperienceΒ
π Education
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π B.Sc. Environmental Engineering, Jeonbuk National University (2011β2017)
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π M.Sc. Environmental Engineering (2017β2019) β Focus on g-CβNβ Photocatalysis
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π Ph.D. Environmental Engineering (2019β2023) β Focus on Electrochemical Transformation & Pyrite Oxidation
πΌ Experience
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π§ͺ Postdoctoral Research Associate, KIST (2024βPresent) β Biomass-based carbon & environmental applications
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π Postdoctoral Researcher, Northeastern University (2023β2024) β Groundwater remediation, COβ removal, battery recycling
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π§Ό Postdoc, Glocal Resource Recycling Research Group, JBNU (2023) β Advanced oxidation & adsorbent technologies
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π¨βπ« Lecturer, JBNU (2023) β Taught Soil and Groundwater Environment
πΌ Experience
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π’ Import Trade Compliance Analyst β Honeywell Intl SRO, Prague (2023βPresent)
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π¦ Import/Export Analyst (Short-Term) β Honeywell Spol SRO, Prague (2022β2023)
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π Import & Export Supervisor β ASELPLAST Ambalaj, Gaziantep (2020β2021)
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π§ͺ Innovation & Process Specialist β SANAT HALI & KARTAL Carpet, Gaziantep (2018β2019)
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π Customer Representative β SELΓUK Δ°PLΔ°K & KARA Holding, Gaziantep (2016β2017)
π± Professional DevelopmentΒ
Dr. Kim has consistently advanced his skills in multidisciplinary environmental engineering through international collaborations, field-based research, and project leadership ππ. His postdoctoral experiences have sharpened his expertise in pilot-scale systems, carbon material applications, and novel wastewater treatment technologies π§ͺπ§Ό. Through managing diverse projects such as Ocean Iron Fertilization and COβ electrochemical reduction ππ, he demonstrates a strong integration of science, sustainability, and innovation. He actively publishes research papers, secures patents, and contributes to professional forums, showcasing his dedication to continuous learning, collaboration, and real-world impact ππ‘π.
π¬ Research FocusΒ
Dr. Jong-Gook Kimβs research focuses on environmental remediation, particularly using advanced materials and electrochemical techniques for sustainable water and soil treatment π±π§ͺ. His expertise includes the oxidation/reduction of pollutants, adsorption technologies, recycling of industrial waste, and carbon dioxide removal (CDR) through innovative methods like Ocean Iron Fertilization ππ«οΈ. He works with biomass-derived carbon, g-CβNβ, pyrite, and metal sulfides to develop environmentally friendly technologies for tackling heavy metals, arsenic, and persistent organic pollutants π§«βοΈ. His multidisciplinary research bridges environmental chemistry, electrochemistry, and resource recycling β»οΈπ§ .
π Awards and HonorsΒ
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π Intellectual Property & Recognition
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𧬠Patent (KR): Hydroxyl Radical Generation Using Pyrite & Oxygen-Releasing Compounds
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π§ͺ Patent (KR): Livestock Landfill Leachate Treatment Composition
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β‘ Patent Application: Electrochemical ROS Generation Using Metal Sulfides
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π± Patent Application: Electrochemical Modification of Biochar
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π Copyright (KR): Efficiency in Electrochemical Oxidation
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π‘ Copyright (KR): Arsenic Removal with Iron-Modified g-CβNβ
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Publication Top Notes:
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Title: Occurrence and removal of microplastics in wastewater treatment plants and drinking water purification facilities: A review
Cheng, Y.L., Kim, J.G., Kim, H.B., Choi, J.H., Tsang, Y.F., & Baek, K. (2021). Occurrence and removal of microplastics in wastewater treatment plants and drinking water purification facilities: A review. Chemical Engineering Journal, 410, 128381. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cej.2020.128381
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Title: Interaction of biochar stability and abiotic aging: Influences of pyrolysis reaction medium and temperature
Kim, H.B., Kim, J.G., Kim, T., Alessi, D.S., & Baek, K. (2021). Interaction of biochar stability and abiotic aging: Influences of pyrolysis reaction medium and temperature. Chemical Engineering Journal, 411, 128441. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cej.2020.128441
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Title: Mobility of arsenic in soil amended with biochar derived from biomass with different lignin contents: Relationships between lignin content and dissolved organic matter leaching
Kim, H.B., Kim, J.G., Kim, T., Alessi, D.S., & Baek, K. (2020). Mobility of arsenic in soil amended with biochar derived from biomass with different lignin contents: Relationships between lignin content and dissolved organic matter leaching. Chemical Engineering Journal, 393, 124687. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cej.2020.124687
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Title: Simultaneous oxidation and adsorption of arsenic by one-step fabrication of alum sludge and graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4)
Kim, J.G., Kim, H.B., Yoon, G.S., Kim, S.H., Min, S.J., Tsang, D.C.W., & Baek, K. (2020). Simultaneous oxidation and adsorption of arsenic by one-step fabrication of alum sludge and graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4). Journal of Hazardous Materials, 383, 121138. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhazmat.2019.121138
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Title: Removal of 1,2-dichloroethane in groundwater using Fenton oxidation
Jeong, W.G., Kim, J.G., & Baek, K. (2022). Removal of 1,2-dichloroethane in groundwater using Fenton oxidation. Journal of Hazardous Materials, 428, 128253. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhazmat.2021.128253
π Conclusion
Dr. Jong-Gook Kim stands out as an innovative, impactful, and globally aware environmental engineer. His work effectively combines cutting-edge research with practical applications to address pollution, climate change, and water scarcityβcore concerns of modern environmental science.
Given his extensive contributions, global engagement, innovative mindset, and dedication to sustainability, Dr. Kim is highly suitable and deserving of the Best Researcher Award. π