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- Dr. Incheol Kim, Yonsei CEE Alumnus, Appointed as Assistant Professor at Georgia Southern University
- Dr. Incheol Kim, Yonsei CEE Alumnus, Appointed as Assistant Professor at Georgia Southern University Earned Ph.D. in 2020 under Professor Junhwan Lee; To join tenure-track faculty this August following a research tenure at DRI Nevada. A rising scholar from Yonsei University’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is set to join the faculty of a major U.S. state university. Dr. Incheol Kim, who earned his doctorate under the guidance of Professor Junhwan Lee, has been appointed as a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering and Construction at Georgia Southern University. His appointment is officially effective as of August 1, 2026. After receiving his Ph.D. in Engineering from Yonsei University in 2020, Dr. Kim honed his academic expertise as a researcher at the Desert Research Institute (DRI) in Nevada, a world-renowned research organization. Dr. Kim’s primary research focuses on geotechnical engineering and hydrological predictive modeling, with a particular emphasis on identifying the interactions between climate change and geo-environmental conditions. He has gained international recognition through numerous publications in top-tier journals, including Cold Regions Science and Technology and the ASCE Journal of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering, the latter of which is considered one of the most prestigious titles in the field. In 2022, he was highly recognized for proposing an innovative research direction that integrates engineering theory with data science. His work included analyzing surface behavior according to groundwater level fluctuations and developing water level prediction models using Artificial Neural Networks (ANN). Building on this foundation, he is currently developing an integrated monitoring system for geotechnical infrastructure and hydrological factors by utilizing NASA’s satellite technology. "Dr. Incheol Kim is a talented scholar with the passion, integrity, and capability to contribute significantly to the advancement of geotechnical engineering both at home and abroad," said his advisor, Professor Junhwan Lee. "I am confident that he will demonstrate his excellence in the American classroom and continue to elevate the global standing of Korean engineering." This appointment serves as further evidence of the world-class quality of the education and research systems at Yonsei University’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. It also signals a growing influence of Korean scholars in the global fields of construction IT and geotechnical engineering.
- 건설환경공학과 관리자 2026.04.10
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- Dr. Namhoon Kim Appointed as Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Jeonbuk National University
- Dr. Namhoon Kim was appointed as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Jeonbuk National University on March 1, 2026. Dr. Kim entered the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Yonsei University in 2008 and completed his undergraduate studies there. He later enrolled in the graduate program at the same university in 2012 and obtained his Ph.D. in 2021 under the supervision of Professor Hong-Gyoo Sohn. Throughout his academic training from undergraduate to doctoral studies, he pursued systematic research in geospatial information science and precision surveying, focusing on both theoretical foundations and practical applications. Following the completion of his Ph.D., Dr. Kim served as an Assistant Professor and later Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering and Environmental Sciences at the Korea Military Academy from 2021 to 2025. During his tenure, he taught courses related to fundamental and applied surveying, photogrammetry, and geospatial data processing, while conducting research on spatial data analysis and geometric correction techniques tailored to defense-related applications. Dr. Kim’s primary research areas include geometric correction of optical satellite imagery using Rational Polynomial Coefficients, the application of Novel View Synthesis techniques to geospatial data, point cloud processing, and methodologies for 3D reconstruction. His research particularly focuses on improving the geometric accuracy of satellite imagery through advanced RPC correction techniques and applying 3D Gaussian Splatting (3DGS) and related Novel View Synthesis approaches to geospatial modeling. In addition, he has developed methodologies for large-scale point cloud processing and three-dimensional reconstruction with extensions to defense and security applications.
- 건설환경공학과 관리자 2026.03.04
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- Dr. Seung-Won Baek Appointed as Assistant Professor at Gyeongsang National University
- Dr. Seung-Won Baek was appointed as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Systems Engineering at Gyeongsang National University in March 2026. He entered the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Yonsei University in 2009 and received his bachelor’s degree in 2015. He completed a combined master’s and doctoral program at Yonsei University and earned his Ph.D. in 2023. His research focused on smart construction and artificial intelligence (AI). After receiving his Ph.D., he continued his research at the Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology, Yonsei University, and KEPCO International Nuclear Graduate School. In March 2026, he joined Gyeongsang National University.
- 건설환경공학과 관리자 2026.03.03
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- Dr. Kang-Wook Lee Appointed as Assistant Professor at the University of Suwon
- Dr. Kang-Wook Lee was appointed as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Energy Engineering at the University of Suwon in March 2026. He entered the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Yonsei University in 2004 and received his bachelor’s degree in 2008. He completed a combined master’s and doctoral program at Yonsei University and earned his Ph.D. in 2016. His research focused on overseas construction projects and risk management. After graduation, he worked at the Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology, conducting research on construction policy. In March 2026, he joined the University of Suwon.
- 건설환경공학과 관리자 2026.03.03
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- New faculty member in our department: Associate Professor Minhyun Lee
- The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is pleased to announce that Dr. Minhyun Lee has joined the faculty as an Associate Professor in the field of Smart City Infrastructure as of March 2026. Dr. Lee received her B.Arch (2012) in Architecture and her M.Eng (2014) and Ph.D. (2018) in Architectural Engineering from Yonsei University. Following her doctoral studies, she served as a Lecturer, Postdoctoral Fellow, and Research Professor at Yonsei University and was a Visiting Scholar at the Energy Institute at the University of Texas at Austin. In September 2020, she joined the Department of Building and Real Estate (BRE) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University as an Assistant Professor, where she established an international reputation for excellence in smart and sustainable energy management. Dr. Lee’s research is dedicated to the Sustainable Urban Energy Transition, addressing complex challenges at the intersection of technological innovation, economic viability, and social acceptance. Her recent work focuses on advanced market mechanisms for carbon neutrality, such as renewable energy policies, energy storage systems (ESS), peer-to-peer (P2P) electricity trading, and community solar initiatives. By integrating computational modeling, digital experiment-based human behavior analysis, and data-driven insights, she leads interdisciplinary research spanning civil engineering, energy economics, and environmental policy. Through these diverse research efforts, she has published over 75 papers in top-tier international journals (SCIE/SSCI), including Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, Building and Environment, Energy and Buildings, and Applied Energy, with a Google Scholar h-index of 38. Currently, Dr. Lee is recruiting master’s and doctoral students to join the ibeems Lab (Intelligent Built Environment & Energy Management for Sustainability) to pioneer research on intelligent urban infrastructure and decentralized energy systems. Self-motivated students with a strong interest in sustainable energy systems and smart built environment are welcome to explore these research opportunities. For more information, please visit her website at https://ibeems-lee.com/. The appointment of Dr. Lee is expected to significantly enhance the department’s global competitiveness in smart city infrastructure, urban energy management, and sustainable built environment research. We kindly ask for your warm welcome and continued support.
- 건설환경공학과 관리자 2026.03.03
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- New faculty member in our department: Assistant Professor Taeyong Kim
- The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Yonsei University is pleased to announce that Dr. Taeyong Kim has joined the faculty as an Assistant Professor in the field of Structural and Materials Engineering as of March 2026. Dr. Kim received his B.S. (2015), M.S. (2017), and Ph.D. (2021) degrees from Seoul National University. His doctoral dissertation, “Deep learning-based prediction of seismic responses and losses of nonlinear structural systems,” was honored with the Best Ph.D. Thesis Award from the College of Engineering (awarded to only four recipients across the entire college that semester). Following his doctoral studies, he served as a postdoctoral researcher at Seoul National University and at University of Toronto, where he conducted interdisciplinary research integrating structural and earthquake engineering with artificial intelligence. From March 2023 to February 2026, he was an Assistant Professor at Ajou University. Dr. Kim’s primary research interests include deep learning– and probability-based structural response prediction, system-reliability-based disaster resilience analysis, seismic fragility and loss assessment, and resilience evaluation of infrastructure networks under multi-hazard scenarios such as earthquakes, climate-induced floods, and wildfires. His notable contributions include rapid and accurate deep learning–based prediction of seismic responses of nonlinear hysteretic systems, quantitative resilience assessment frameworks for structures and lifeline networks based on advanced system reliability theory, and reinforcement learning–based optimization methods for structural retrofit and post-disaster recovery. These works are recognized as leading contributions in the field. Based on these research achievements, Dr. Kim has published numerous SCI(E) journal papers in leading international journals, including Earthquake Engineering and Structural Dynamics, Structural Safety, Engineering Structures, and International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction. Several of his publications have been ranked as Most Downloaded or Most Cited papers in their respective journals. Dr. Kim is currently recruiting master’s and doctoral students to conduct research on AI-driven disaster resilience analysis and optimization of structural and infrastructure systems. Students with strong interests in probability- and statistics-based reliability analysis and deep learning are especially encouraged to apply. He is actively pursuing interdisciplinary research aimed at developing next-generation resilient infrastructure technologies capable of addressing diverse natural hazards, including earthquakes, floods, and wildfires. For more information about his publications, please visit: https://resilienceng.wordpress.com/. Dr. Kim’s appointment is expected to significantly strengthen the department’s global competitiveness in structural and earthquake engineering, AI-based structural analysis, disaster resilience, and smart infrastructure research. We kindly ask for your warm welcome and continued support.
- 건설환경공학과 관리자 2026.03.03
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- Professor Seung-Heon Han Appointed as the 58th President of the Korean Society of Civil Engineers (January 1, 2026)
- Professor Seung-Heon Han was appointed as the 58th President of the Korean Society of Civil Engineers (KSCE) on January 1, 2026. Founded in 1951, KSCE is the largest academic society in Korea in the field of civil engineering, with over 70 years of history. The society contributes to the development of civil engineering research and construction technology, supporting the growth of society and the nation. Based on his strong academic achievements and leadership experience in construction policy and industry, Professor Han will lead KSCE for the next year. He plans to strengthen the role of civil engineers and present a vision for the future of the construction industry.
- 건설환경공학과 관리자 2026.02.23
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- Research Team Led by Joonhong Park Finds Microplastic Levels in Seoul Subways Up to 3.7 Times Higher Than Outdoors
- A research team led by Joonhong Park, Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Yonsei University, has reported that significantly higher levels of particulate matter and microplastics were detected in the air inside Seoul subway stations and trains compared to outdoor environments. In particular, the concentration of microplastics was found to be up to 3.7 times higher than outdoor levels. The study was published in the international journal Journal of Hazardous Materials, and the findings were also reported by The Chosun Ilbo. The research team conducted a year-long comparative analysis of air samples collected from subway stations, nearby outdoor locations, and residential indoor spaces. The elevated concentrations of particulate matter and microplastics were attributed to the subway’s limited natural ventilation, which prevents pollutants generated in enclosed underground spaces from being adequately dispersed. Professor Park, the principal investigator, emphasized that wearing a mask capable of blocking both particulate matter and microplastics while using the subway is currently the most practical measure to reduce long-term health risks. https://www.chosun.com/english/travel-food-en/2026/01/22/NC3ZNRXCV5COLPHQKVHZSQRUXI/
- 건설환경공학과 관리자 2026.01.28
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- New faculty member in our department: Assistant Professor Jong Won Ma
- The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is pleased to announce that Dr. Jong Won Ma has joined the faculty as an Assistant Professor in the field of Smart City Infrastructure as of September 2025. Dr. Ma received his B.S. (2016) and M.S. (2018) degrees from Yonsei University, and subsequently earned his Ph.D. in Construction Engineering and Project Management (CEPM) from the University of Texas at Austin in 2022. Following his doctoral studies, he joined Concordia University in Montreal, Canada, where he offered courses in BIM, project management, surveying, and engineering management, supporting students in both academic and practical development. Dr. Ma’s primary research interests include Scan-to-BIM and digital twin technologies applying computer vision and artificial intelligence, smart cities, and digitalization for the circular economy. He is also engaged in research on Advanced Work Packaging, facility management, and disaster resilience within construction projects. Based on these research themes, he has published more than 15 papers in leading international journals such as Automation in Construction, Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, and Advanced Engineering Informatics. His notable contributions include automated Scan-to-BIM using low-cost 3D scanning, community disaster resilience perception analysis, and point-cloud–based structural monitoring of buildings. Dr. Ma is currently recruiting master’s and doctoral students to conduct research on digital twinning and construction automation using Artificial Intelligence and Computer Vision. Opportunities will be available to students with strong interests in Python and deep learning libraries (PyTorch, TensorFlow), as well as those with knowledge in Building Information Modeling and Digitalization. For those who are interested in joining Dr. Ma's lab, please visit his lab website- https://sites.google.com/view/ationlab. The appointment of Dr. Ma is expected to greatly strengthen the department’s global competitiveness in smart city infrastructure, construction automation, and digital twin research. We kindly ask for your warm welcome and continued support.
- 건설환경공학과 관리자 2025.12.02
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- International Conference on Future Integration for Resilient and Sustainable Infrastructure Technology (FI-RST)
- 건설환경공학과 관리자 2025.12.02