Dr. Sohdam Jeong | Polymer | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Sohdam Jeong, Dong-eui University, South Korea
Dr. Sohdam Jeong 
is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Dong-Eui University 
. She earned her Ph.D. 
in Chemical Engineering from UNIST and previously served as a senior researcher at LG Chem 
. Her research spans multiscale simulations, polymer physics, and rheology, contributing significantly to molecular dynamics and polymer behavior modeling 
. Recognized with multiple awards 
for innovation and academic excellence, Dr. Jeong is a rising figure in computational polymer science. Her work bridges academic insight with industrial applications, shaping next-gen polymeric materials 
.
Professional Profile :
Summary of Suitability :
Dr. Sohdam Jeong is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering at Dong-Eui University . She earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from UNIST and previously worked as a senior researcher at LG Chem . Her research focuses on multiscale simulations, polymer physics, and rheology — advancing our understanding of molecular dynamics and polymer behavior modeling . Recognized with multiple awards for innovation and academic excellence, Dr. Jeong is a rising star in computational polymer science. Her work bridges cutting-edge academic research with real-world industrial applications, shaping the future of polymeric materials .
Education & Experience :
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Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering – UNIST, Ulsan (2019)
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M.S. in Chemical Engineering – UNIST, Ulsan (2016)
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B.S. in Chemical & Materials Engineering – UNIST, Ulsan (2013)
Professional Experience:
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Assistant Professor – Dong-Eui University (2022–Present) -
Senior Researcher (책임연구원) – LG Chem, Rheology Team (2019–2022) -
Visiting Student Researcher – Johannes Kepler University, Austria (2012)
Professional Development :
Dr. Jeong’s professional development reflects a robust blend of academic excellence and industrial expertise 
. Her transition from LG Chem’s R&D center —where she led efforts in rheological simulations—to academia exemplifies her versatile research and leadership skills. At Dong-Eui University, she continues to develop innovative simulation methods, patents, and interdisciplinary collaborations 
. Participating in international programs and presenting award-winning work at key scientific conferences , she has cultivated a dynamic and forward-looking career that balances theoretical insight with applied solutions in chemical engineering and polymer science 
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Research Focus Area :
Dr. Jeong’s research is rooted in the simulation and modeling of polymer systems, bridging chemistry, physics, and computational engineering . Her expertise lies in multiscale computer simulations, molecular dynamics, polymer rheology, and coarse-grained modeling of soft matter . She investigates the intrinsic properties and behaviors of polymer blends and composites under various conditions, enhancing material performance predictions and molecular behavior understanding 
. With both academic and industrial impact, her work supports the advancement of sustainable and high-performance polymeric materials for diverse applications, from biomedical to industrial uses 
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Awards and Honors :
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2021 Open Innovation Award – LG Chem
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2021 Tech Fair Excellent Poster Award – LG Chem -
2021 DX Best Poster Award – LG Chem -
2020 On-Spot Incentive – LG Chem -
2019 Hoemyoung Graduate Research Award -
2018 Excellent Paper Award – Polymer Society of Korea -
2018 Top 10 Hottest Articles – Journal of Rheology -
2017 Excellent Paper Award – Korean Society of Rheology
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2017 Excellent Paper Award – Korea Institute of Chemical Engineering
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2017 Society of Plastic Engineers Korea Award
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2016 Young Woman Researcher Award – Korea Institute of Chemical Engineering
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2013 UNIST Poster Award
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Publication Top Notes:
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Molecular dynamics for linear polymer melts in bulk and confined systems under shear Cited by: 38
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Effect of Chain Orientation and Stretch on the Stress Overshoot of Entangled Polymeric Materials under Start-Up Shear Cited by: 37
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Molecular mechanisms of interfacial slip for polymer melts under shear flow Cited by: 25
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Interfacial molecular structure and dynamics of confined ring polymer melts under shear flow Cited by: 19
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Effect of short-chain branching on interfacial polymer structure and dynamics under shear flow
is a talented researcher and lecturer at Nanchang Hangkong University, specializing in Analytical Chemistry. He graduated from Central China Normal University in 2021, and later conducted postdoctoral research at Shenzhen University. His work focuses on the design and preparation of porous 
has rapidly advanced in his academic career, moving from a graduate student at Central China Normal University to a postdoctoral researcher at Shenzhen University. Since 2023, he has served as a lecturer at Nanchang Hangkong University, where he teaches and supervises research projects in the environmental and chemical engineering fields. Dr. Yan’s contributions to porous organic polymers have garnered recognition in the scientific community, including multiple publications in prestigious journals. His work is funded by his doctoral research start-up fund project at Nanchang Hangkong University, driving innovative environmental research. 
Outstanding Researcher: Shenzhen University (2023).
Best Paper Award: ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces (2021).
Electron-Rich COFs with a Bis-Triphenylamine Structure as the Main Chain: Ultrafast and Ultrahigh Iodine Capture – Cited by: 3 
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