Dr. Sohdam Jeong, Dong-eui University, South Korea
Dr. Sohdam Jeong π©βπ¬ is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Dong-Eui University π°π·. She earned her Ph.D. π in Chemical Engineering from UNIST and previously served as a senior researcher at LG Chem π§ͺ. Her research spans multiscale simulations, polymer physics, and rheology, contributing significantly to molecular dynamics and polymer behavior modeling π»π§«. Recognized with multiple awards π 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 π¬π§©.
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Β Summary of Suitability :
Dr. Sohdam Jeong π©βπ¬ is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering at Dong-Eui University π°π·. She earned her Ph.D. π in Chemical Engineering from UNIST and previously worked as a senior researcher at LG Chem π§ͺ. Her research focuses on multiscale simulations, polymer physics, and rheology β advancing our understanding of molecular dynamics and polymer behavior modeling π»π§«. Recognized with multiple awards π 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 π¬π§©.
π Education & Experience :
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π§ͺ Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering β UNIST, Ulsan (2019)
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π§ͺ M.S. in Chemical Engineering β UNIST, Ulsan (2016)
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π§ͺ B.S. in Chemical & Materials Engineering β UNIST, Ulsan (2013)
πΌ Professional Experience:
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π©βπ« Assistant Professor β Dong-Eui University (2022βPresent)
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𧬠Senior Researcher (μ±
μμ°κ΅¬μ) β LG Chem, Rheology Team (2019β2022)
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π Visiting Student Researcher β Johannes Kepler University, Austria (2012)
π Professional Development :
Dr. Jeongβs professional development reflects a robust blend of academic excellence and industrial expertise π§ π¬. Her transition from LG Chemβs R&D center π§ͺβwhere she led efforts in rheological simulationsβto academia exemplifies her versatile research and leadership skills. At Dong-Eui University, she continues to develop innovative simulation methods, patents, and interdisciplinary collaborations π€π₯οΈ. Participating in international programs and presenting award-winning work at key scientific conferences π
π, she has cultivated a dynamic and forward-looking career that balances theoretical insight with applied solutions in chemical engineering and polymer science ππ§«.
π¬ Research Focus Area :
Dr. Jeong’s research is rooted in the simulation and modeling of polymer systems, bridging chemistry, physics, and computational engineering π§¬π». Her expertise lies in multiscale computer simulations, molecular dynamics, polymer rheology, and coarse-grained modeling of soft matter π§ͺπ§ . She investigates the intrinsic properties and behaviors of polymer blends and composites under various conditions, enhancing material performance predictions and molecular behavior understanding ππ§±. 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 β»οΈβοΈ.
π Awards and Honors :
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2021 Open Innovation Award β LG Chem
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πΌοΈ 2021 Tech Fair Excellent Poster Award β LG Chem
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π¨ 2021 DX Best Poster Award β LG Chem
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π° 2020 On-Spot Incentive β LG Chem
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π§βπ 2019 Hoemyoung Graduate Research Award
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π§Ύ 2018 Excellent Paper Award β Polymer Society of Korea
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π₯ 2018 Top 10 Hottest Articles β Journal of Rheology
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2017 Excellent Paper Award β Korean Society of Rheology
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π§ͺ 2017 Excellent Paper Award β Korea Institute of Chemical Engineering
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𧱠2017 Society of Plastic Engineers Korea Award
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π©βπ¬ 2016 Young Woman Researcher Award β Korea Institute of Chemical Engineering
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πΌοΈ 2013 UNIST Poster Award
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