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researcher image '강준구'

강준구

Kang, Joongoo

Department of Physics and Chemistry

 학력

  • 2003 ~ 2007한국과학기술원 박사
  • 2001 ~ 2003한국과학기술원 석사
  • 1997 ~ 2001한국과학기술원 학사

 경력

  • 2010 ~ 2014National Renewable Energy Lab / 선임연구원
  • 2008 ~ 2010National Renewable Energy Lab / 연구원
  • 2007 ~ 2008자연과학연구소 / 연구원

 수상실적

연구실 소개

Computational Materials Theory Group

Computational Materials Theory Group cover image

The Computational Materials Theory Group, led by Professor Joongoo Kang, develops predictive frameworks that marry quantum mechanics, atomic-scale simulations, and machine learning to design functional materials from first principles. Our work in materials-by-design applies quantum-mechanical theory to tailor electronic, optical, and thermal properties for energy conversion and information technologies. By integrating machine-learned interatomic potentials, we uncover new physics and chemistry in complex materials systems—studying structures and dynamics beyond human intuition. In the realm of simple complexity, we employ ML-driven statistical physics and enhanced sampling methods such as metadynamics to reveal how liquids, glasses, and other disordered systems emerge from simple physical laws. Together, these approaches establish a materials-by-design paradigm that bridges fundamental theory and practical applications.