Professor Euijong Whang from our department has been elected as a member of the Young Korean Academy of Science and Technology (Y-KAST) of the Korean Academy of Science and Technology (KAST) for 2025.
Launched in February 2017, Y-KAST is the only young academy in Korea, consisting of outstanding young scientists under the age of 45 who engage in policy activities and international exchanges.
Y-KAST members are selected from young scientists under the age of 43 who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievements. In particular, the selection process focuses on achievements made as independent researchers in Korea after obtaining a Ph.D., ultimately choosing next-generation science and technology leaders with the potential to contribute significantly to the advancement of science and technology in Korea.
Professor Euijong Whang has been recognized as a young scientist conducting pioneering research in the fields of big data and artificial intelligence (AI). He has led efforts in the area of data-driven responsible AI research, collaborated with global IT companies, and became the first in Asia to receive the Google AI Award. His outstanding achievements on the global stage led to his selection as a Y-KAST member in the engineering division.
With this, our department now proudly counts a total of five current Y-KAST members, including Professors Euijong Whang, Hyunjoo Lee, Junil Choi, Minsoo Rhu, and Min Seok Jang. Additionally, two alumni, Professors Joonwoo Bae and Changho Suh, have previously served as Y-KAST members.
