Soo Young Lee
About Soo Young Lee
Soo Young Lee is the Director of the Institute for Artificial Intelligence at KAIST, where he has coordinated the efforts of around 70 professors in the field since 2017. He previously held various academic positions at KAIST for over three decades and earned advanced degrees in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and Electrophysics.
Current Role at KAIST
Soo Young Lee has served as the Director of the Institute for Artificial Intelligence at KAIST since May 2017. In this role, he coordinates the efforts of approximately 70 professors specializing in various aspects of Artificial Intelligence. His leadership focuses on advancing research and development in the field, fostering collaboration among faculty members, and promoting innovative projects that contribute to the academic and practical applications of AI.
Previous Experience at KAIST
Before his current position, Soo Young Lee held multiple roles at KAIST. He worked as a Professor from 1986 to 2018, contributing to the academic community for 32 years. He also served as the Principal Investigator for the Korean Brain Science/Engineering Research Project from 1998 to 2008 and directed the Brain Science Research Center from 1997 to 2018. His extensive experience at KAIST has significantly influenced research directions and educational programs in the institution.
Educational Background
Soo Young Lee has a strong educational foundation in engineering and electrophysics. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Electronics from Seoul National University, completing his studies from 1971 to 1975. He then pursued a Master's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at KAIST from 1975 to 1977. Furthering his education, he obtained a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrophysics from The Polytechnic Institute of New York University, studying from 1980 to 1984.
Research Focus and Projects
Soo Young Lee's research interests include Emotional Conversational Agents, where he has been a Principal Investigator since 2016. His work in this area aims to enhance the interaction between humans and machines, focusing on emotional intelligence in AI systems. His previous leadership in the Korean Brain Science/Engineering Research Project also highlights his commitment to advancing knowledge in brain science and its applications in technology.