Dr. Jong-Gook Kim at Korea Institute of Science and Technology Jeonbuk, South Korea
Dr. Jong-Gook Kim๐ฐ๐ท is a dedicated environmental engineer specializing in soil and groundwater remediation, water/wastewater treatment, and sustainable environmental technologies ๐ฑ๐ง. With a Ph.D. from Jeonbuk National University ๐, he has gained hands-on experience in electrochemical processes, heavy metal removal, and carbon-based solutions โป๏ธโ๏ธ. He has worked in leading research institutes including KIST and Northeastern University, contributing to critical global challenges like carbon dioxide removal ๐๐งช. Dr. Kim also holds patents in innovative environmental treatments and has served as a lecturer, researcher, and project leader across academia and industry ๐งโ๐ซ๐.
Professional Profile:
Scholar
๐ธ Education & Experienceย
๐ Education
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๐ B.Sc. Environmental Engineering, Jeonbuk National University (2011โ2017)
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๐ M.Sc. Environmental Engineering (2017โ2019) โ Focus on g-CโNโ Photocatalysis
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๐ Ph.D. Environmental Engineering (2019โ2023) โ Focus on Electrochemical Transformation & Pyrite Oxidation
๐ผ Experience
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๐งช Postdoctoral Research Associate, KIST (2024โPresent) โ Biomass-based carbon & environmental applications
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๐ Postdoctoral Researcher, Northeastern University (2023โ2024) โ Groundwater remediation, COโ removal, battery recycling
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๐งผ Postdoc, Glocal Resource Recycling Research Group, JBNU (2023) โ Advanced oxidation & adsorbent technologies
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๐จโ๐ซ Lecturer, JBNU (2023) โ Taught Soil and Groundwater Environment
๐ผ Experience
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๐ข Import Trade Compliance Analyst โ Honeywell Intl SRO, Prague (2023โPresent)
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๐ฆ Import/Export Analyst (Short-Term) โ Honeywell Spol SRO, Prague (2022โ2023)
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๐ Import & Export Supervisor โ ASELPLAST Ambalaj, Gaziantep (2020โ2021)
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๐งช Innovation & Process Specialist โ SANAT HALI & KARTAL Carpet, Gaziantep (2018โ2019)
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๐ Customer Representative โ SELรUK ฤฐPLฤฐK & KARA Holding, Gaziantep (2016โ2017)
๐ฑ Professional Developmentย
Dr. Kim has consistently advanced his skills in multidisciplinary environmental engineering through international collaborations, field-based research, and project leadership ๐๐. His postdoctoral experiences have sharpened his expertise in pilot-scale systems, carbon material applications, and novel wastewater treatment technologies ๐งช๐งผ. Through managing diverse projects such as Ocean Iron Fertilization and COโ electrochemical reduction ๐๐, 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 ๐๐ก๐.
๐ฌ Research Focusย
Dr. Jong-Gook Kimโs research focuses on environmental remediation, particularly using advanced materials and electrochemical techniques for sustainable water and soil treatment ๐ฑ๐งช. 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 ๐๐ซ๏ธ. He works with biomass-derived carbon, g-CโNโ, pyrite, and metal sulfides to develop environmentally friendly technologies for tackling heavy metals, arsenic, and persistent organic pollutants ๐งซโ๏ธ. His multidisciplinary research bridges environmental chemistry, electrochemistry, and resource recycling โป๏ธ๐ง .
๐ Awards and Honorsย
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
๐ 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 scarcityโcore 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. ๐