Seong Gu Kim
About Seong Gu Kim
Seong Gu Kim is a Research Intern at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of New Mexico, focusing on computational fluid dynamics and engineering simulations. He has extensive experience in heat and mass transport simulations and has been involved in research on supercritical CO2 cycles and molten salt reactors since earning his PhD from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology in 2014.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Seong Gu Kim has been serving as a Research Intern at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2018. This role involves conducting research and contributing to projects that align with the laboratory's focus on advanced scientific research and technology development. Located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, the laboratory is known for its work in energy, materials, and environmental sciences.
Current Position at University of New Mexico
Since 2018, Seong Gu Kim has held the position of Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of New Mexico. In this capacity, he engages in advanced research activities, focusing on areas relevant to his expertise in computational fluid dynamics and engineering simulations. His work contributes to the academic and research community at the university.
Education and Expertise
Seong Gu Kim achieved his Doctor of Philosophy degree from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology in 2014. His academic background provides a strong foundation in computational fluid dynamics, with a specialization in RANS and LES modeling techniques. He has developed expertise in using OpenFOAM for simulations related to heat and mass transport.
Research Experience
Seong Gu Kim has extensive research experience, having worked as a Research Assistant at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology from 2012 to 2018 and at Chung-ang University from 2010 to 2011. His research focuses on supercritical CO2 cycles, pebble-bed molten salt reactors, flow accelerated corrosion, and the corrosion of steels in liquid lead flows. He employs parallel computing techniques to enhance the efficiency of engineering simulations.
Teaching Experience
In addition to his research roles, Seong Gu Kim served as a Teaching Assistant at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology for four months in 2015. This position involved supporting educational activities and assisting students in their learning, contributing to his overall experience in academia.