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Congratulations, Jonghak & Jiwoo!
We are thrilled to congratulate Jonghak and Jiwoo on their graduation from KENTECH — and even more excited to welcome them back as graduate students! Having demonstrated remarkable dedication and talent during their time as undergraduate researchers in our lab, it comes as no surprise that they have chosen to continue their academic journey at the graduate level. We have no doubt that the best is yet to come. Congratulations, and welcome to the next chapter!
Congratulations, Jonghak & Jiwoo!
Welcoming Mingi
We are delighted to welcome Mingi to the Meta Lab! Mingi has a strong interest in computational chemistry and AI-driven multiscale simulation, spanning methods from quantum mechanics to molecular dynamics and beyond. His enthusiasm for leveraging diverse simulation techniques to understand and design materials aligns closely with our group’s mission. We look forward to the impactful research Mingi will carry out at the intersection of computation and materials science. Welcome, Mingi!
Welcoming Jiyun & Chaemin
We are excited to welcome Jiyun and Chaemin to the Meta Lab as undergraduate researchers! Both have joined us to build and explore our automated research laboratory - a cutting-edge platform that integrates robotics, software, and scientific workflows to accelerate materials discovery. Autonomous laboratory research is rapidly emerging as one of the most transformative directions in modern science, and we are thrilled to have Jiyun and Chaemin at the forefront of this exciting frontier. We look forward to seeing the innovative contributions they will bring to the team. Welcome aboard!
Dr. Juhwan Kim Wins Outstanding Presentation Award at the 2025 KSIEC Fall Meeting and Conference
Dr. Juhwan Kim has been honored with the Outstanding Presentation Award at the 2025 Fall Meeting of the Korean Society of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry (KSIEC). This award recognizes his exceptional research achievements and the clarity and impact of his presentation during the conference. His work continues to contribute significantly to the advancement of AI for chemistry, further strengthening the research excellence of our group. Congratulations to Dr. Kim on this well-deserved accomplishment!
Dr. Juhwan Kim Wins Outstanding Presentation Award at the 2025 KSIEC Fall Meeting and Conference
Membership Training in Wonju
The Meta Lab recently enjoyed a memorable MT (Membership Training) trip to Wonju, filled with both fun and relaxation. During the trip, team members engaged in a variety of activities and games, as well as meaningful time to rest and recharge. More importantly, it was a great opportunity to strengthen communication and camaraderie among lab members outside of the research environment. We believe this time spent together will contribute to stronger collaboration and a more supportive atmosphere for our future research endeavors.
Membership Training in Wonju
Computational Chemistry Summer School
Jeongsu, Jinwook, and Sowon attended the Computational Chemistry Summer School hosted by the Korean Institute of Chemical Engineers! There, they had an enriching experience learning both theory and hands-on skills — from the fundamentals of DFT to machine learning potentials (MLPs) using AI. We hope this serves as a great booster for their future research!
Computational Chemistry Summer School
Welcoming Geonyeop for AI X Catalyst
We are excited to welcome Geonyeop to the Meta Lab’s Catalyst Team! Geonyeop brings a unique interdisciplinary background in Chemical Engineering and Computer Science at the undergraduate level. With strong interests in artificial intelligence and materials discovery, He is now embarking on cutting-edge research involving Large Language Models (LLMs). We look forward to the innovative contributions they will bring to our team and the broader field of AI-driven materials science. Welcome aboard!
AI-Driven Discovery of OER Catalysts Published in Chemical Engineering Journal
Our collaborative research with Prof. Seoin Baek’s group at Korea University has been accepted in the Chemical Engineering Journal! We proposed an AI-driven strategy to discover high-performance OER catalysts, screening over 6,500 double perovskite structures. Using a combination of composition-based regression and graph neural networks, we identified 15 promising candidates surpassing conventional materials like LSCF.
AI-Driven Discovery of OER Catalysts Published in Chemical Engineering Journal
Seminar with Ph.D. Juhwan Kim
We were delighted to have a seminar presented by Ph.D. Juhwan Kim, who recently joined the Meta Lab. In his talk, Ph.D. Kim shared insights from his previous research, which focused on evaluating the hazard potential of chemical substances using artificial intelligence. He also introduced a novel approach that leverages large language models to extract chemical property information directly from scientific literature. Following the seminar, all lab members gathered for dinner, enjoying good food and conversations as we warmly welcomed Ph.D. Kim to the Meta Lab.
Seminar with Ph.D. Juhwan Kim
Meta Lab Selected for 2025 삼성미래기술육성사업
We are excited to announce that the Meta Lab has been selected for the 2025 First Half 삼성미래기술육성사업, announced on April 11. The selected project, titled “Machine Learning-Driven Time-Resolved 4D-STEM for 3D Atomic-Scale Imaging of Ion Diffusion,” aims to advance high-resolution spatiotemporal imaging techniques for understanding ion transport phenomena. In this collaborative effort, the Meta Lab will lead the development of machine learning methodologies that enable real-time atomic-level analysis from time-resolved 4D-STEM data. Our role is central to unlocking the potential of AI in pushing the limits of electron microscopy and material characterization. We look forward to contributing to groundbreaking advancements through this prestigious initiative.