Seong-Hyok Sean Kim | Sensor | Best Researcher Award Published on 13/09/202513/09/2025 by Environmental Scientists Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim | Sensor | Best Researcher Award LG Electronics | South Korea Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar Featured Publications Kim, S., Yonghahk, P., Kim, Y., Mihyun, P., Gukchan, L., & Kim, S. (2017). Mobile terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,606,721). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jung, P. G., Lim, G., Kim, S., & Kong, K. (2015). A wearable gesture recognition device for detecting muscular activities based on air-pressure sensors. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 11(2), 485–494. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., Chohee, K., & Kim, H. (2018). Reverse battery protection device and operating method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,891,590). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jang, H., Kim, B., Han, D., Lim, G., Lee, Y., Woo, S., Shim, H., & Kim, S. (2018). Mobile terminal having a screen with a circular form and method for controlling the same (U.S. Patent No. 10,042,551). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Kim, S. H., Ji, C. H., Galle, P., Herrault, F., Wu, X., Lee, J. H., Choi, C. A., & Allen, M. G. (2009). An electromagnetic energy scavenger from direct airflow. Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, 19(9), 094010. Wu, X., Kim, S. H., Zhu, H., Ji, C. H., & Allen, M. G. (2012). A refreshable braille cell based on pneumatic microbubble actuators. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems, 21(4), 908–916. Seungkyu, S., Lee, S., Park, S., Kim, S., Jin, D., Kim, H., Gukchan, L., & Lee, J. (2015). Terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,089,270). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., & Kim, H. (2017). Wearable mobile terminal (U.S. Patent No. 9,795,309). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Wang, P. C., Wester, B. A., Rajaraman, S., Paik, S. J., Kim, S. H., & Allen, M. G. (2009). Hollow polymer microneedle array fabricated by photolithography process combined with micromolding technique. In 2009 Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (pp. 7026–7029). IEEE.
Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar Featured Publications Kim, S., Yonghahk, P., Kim, Y., Mihyun, P., Gukchan, L., & Kim, S. (2017). Mobile terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,606,721). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jung, P. G., Lim, G., Kim, S., & Kong, K. (2015). A wearable gesture recognition device for detecting muscular activities based on air-pressure sensors. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 11(2), 485–494. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., Chohee, K., & Kim, H. (2018). Reverse battery protection device and operating method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,891,590). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jang, H., Kim, B., Han, D., Lim, G., Lee, Y., Woo, S., Shim, H., & Kim, S. (2018). Mobile terminal having a screen with a circular form and method for controlling the same (U.S. Patent No. 10,042,551). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Kim, S. H., Ji, C. H., Galle, P., Herrault, F., Wu, X., Lee, J. H., Choi, C. A., & Allen, M. G. (2009). An electromagnetic energy scavenger from direct airflow. Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, 19(9), 094010. Wu, X., Kim, S. H., Zhu, H., Ji, C. H., & Allen, M. G. (2012). A refreshable braille cell based on pneumatic microbubble actuators. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems, 21(4), 908–916. Seungkyu, S., Lee, S., Park, S., Kim, S., Jin, D., Kim, H., Gukchan, L., & Lee, J. (2015). Terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,089,270). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., & Kim, H. (2017). Wearable mobile terminal (U.S. Patent No. 9,795,309). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Wang, P. C., Wester, B. A., Rajaraman, S., Paik, S. J., Kim, S. H., & Allen, M. G. (2009). Hollow polymer microneedle array fabricated by photolithography process combined with micromolding technique. In 2009 Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (pp. 7026–7029). IEEE.
Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar Featured Publications Kim, S., Yonghahk, P., Kim, Y., Mihyun, P., Gukchan, L., & Kim, S. (2017). Mobile terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,606,721). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jung, P. G., Lim, G., Kim, S., & Kong, K. (2015). A wearable gesture recognition device for detecting muscular activities based on air-pressure sensors. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 11(2), 485–494. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., Chohee, K., & Kim, H. (2018). Reverse battery protection device and operating method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,891,590). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jang, H., Kim, B., Han, D., Lim, G., Lee, Y., Woo, S., Shim, H., & Kim, S. (2018). Mobile terminal having a screen with a circular form and method for controlling the same (U.S. Patent No. 10,042,551). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Kim, S. H., Ji, C. H., Galle, P., Herrault, F., Wu, X., Lee, J. H., Choi, C. A., & Allen, M. G. (2009). An electromagnetic energy scavenger from direct airflow. Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, 19(9), 094010. Wu, X., Kim, S. H., Zhu, H., Ji, C. H., & Allen, M. G. (2012). A refreshable braille cell based on pneumatic microbubble actuators. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems, 21(4), 908–916. Seungkyu, S., Lee, S., Park, S., Kim, S., Jin, D., Kim, H., Gukchan, L., & Lee, J. (2015). Terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,089,270). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., & Kim, H. (2017). Wearable mobile terminal (U.S. Patent No. 9,795,309). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Wang, P. C., Wester, B. A., Rajaraman, S., Paik, S. J., Kim, S. H., & Allen, M. G. (2009). Hollow polymer microneedle array fabricated by photolithography process combined with micromolding technique. In 2009 Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (pp. 7026–7029). IEEE.
Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar Featured Publications Kim, S., Yonghahk, P., Kim, Y., Mihyun, P., Gukchan, L., & Kim, S. (2017). Mobile terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,606,721). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jung, P. G., Lim, G., Kim, S., & Kong, K. (2015). A wearable gesture recognition device for detecting muscular activities based on air-pressure sensors. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 11(2), 485–494. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., Chohee, K., & Kim, H. (2018). Reverse battery protection device and operating method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,891,590). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jang, H., Kim, B., Han, D., Lim, G., Lee, Y., Woo, S., Shim, H., & Kim, S. (2018). Mobile terminal having a screen with a circular form and method for controlling the same (U.S. Patent No. 10,042,551). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Kim, S. H., Ji, C. H., Galle, P., Herrault, F., Wu, X., Lee, J. H., Choi, C. A., & Allen, M. G. (2009). An electromagnetic energy scavenger from direct airflow. Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, 19(9), 094010. Wu, X., Kim, S. H., Zhu, H., Ji, C. H., & Allen, M. G. (2012). A refreshable braille cell based on pneumatic microbubble actuators. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems, 21(4), 908–916. Seungkyu, S., Lee, S., Park, S., Kim, S., Jin, D., Kim, H., Gukchan, L., & Lee, J. (2015). Terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,089,270). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., & Kim, H. (2017). Wearable mobile terminal (U.S. Patent No. 9,795,309). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Wang, P. C., Wester, B. A., Rajaraman, S., Paik, S. J., Kim, S. H., & Allen, M. G. (2009). Hollow polymer microneedle array fabricated by photolithography process combined with micromolding technique. In 2009 Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (pp. 7026–7029). IEEE.
Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar Featured Publications Kim, S., Yonghahk, P., Kim, Y., Mihyun, P., Gukchan, L., & Kim, S. (2017). Mobile terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,606,721). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jung, P. G., Lim, G., Kim, S., & Kong, K. (2015). A wearable gesture recognition device for detecting muscular activities based on air-pressure sensors. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 11(2), 485–494. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., Chohee, K., & Kim, H. (2018). Reverse battery protection device and operating method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,891,590). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jang, H., Kim, B., Han, D., Lim, G., Lee, Y., Woo, S., Shim, H., & Kim, S. (2018). Mobile terminal having a screen with a circular form and method for controlling the same (U.S. Patent No. 10,042,551). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Kim, S. H., Ji, C. H., Galle, P., Herrault, F., Wu, X., Lee, J. H., Choi, C. A., & Allen, M. G. (2009). An electromagnetic energy scavenger from direct airflow. Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, 19(9), 094010. Wu, X., Kim, S. H., Zhu, H., Ji, C. H., & Allen, M. G. (2012). A refreshable braille cell based on pneumatic microbubble actuators. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems, 21(4), 908–916. Seungkyu, S., Lee, S., Park, S., Kim, S., Jin, D., Kim, H., Gukchan, L., & Lee, J. (2015). Terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,089,270). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., & Kim, H. (2017). Wearable mobile terminal (U.S. Patent No. 9,795,309). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Wang, P. C., Wester, B. A., Rajaraman, S., Paik, S. J., Kim, S. H., & Allen, M. G. (2009). Hollow polymer microneedle array fabricated by photolithography process combined with micromolding technique. In 2009 Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (pp. 7026–7029). IEEE.
Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar Featured Publications Kim, S., Yonghahk, P., Kim, Y., Mihyun, P., Gukchan, L., & Kim, S. (2017). Mobile terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,606,721). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jung, P. G., Lim, G., Kim, S., & Kong, K. (2015). A wearable gesture recognition device for detecting muscular activities based on air-pressure sensors. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 11(2), 485–494. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., Chohee, K., & Kim, H. (2018). Reverse battery protection device and operating method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,891,590). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jang, H., Kim, B., Han, D., Lim, G., Lee, Y., Woo, S., Shim, H., & Kim, S. (2018). Mobile terminal having a screen with a circular form and method for controlling the same (U.S. Patent No. 10,042,551). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Kim, S. H., Ji, C. H., Galle, P., Herrault, F., Wu, X., Lee, J. H., Choi, C. A., & Allen, M. G. (2009). An electromagnetic energy scavenger from direct airflow. Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, 19(9), 094010. Wu, X., Kim, S. H., Zhu, H., Ji, C. H., & Allen, M. G. (2012). A refreshable braille cell based on pneumatic microbubble actuators. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems, 21(4), 908–916. Seungkyu, S., Lee, S., Park, S., Kim, S., Jin, D., Kim, H., Gukchan, L., & Lee, J. (2015). Terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,089,270). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., & Kim, H. (2017). Wearable mobile terminal (U.S. Patent No. 9,795,309). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Wang, P. C., Wester, B. A., Rajaraman, S., Paik, S. J., Kim, S. H., & Allen, M. G. (2009). Hollow polymer microneedle array fabricated by photolithography process combined with micromolding technique. In 2009 Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (pp. 7026–7029). IEEE.
Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar Featured Publications Kim, S., Yonghahk, P., Kim, Y., Mihyun, P., Gukchan, L., & Kim, S. (2017). Mobile terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,606,721). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jung, P. G., Lim, G., Kim, S., & Kong, K. (2015). A wearable gesture recognition device for detecting muscular activities based on air-pressure sensors. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 11(2), 485–494. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., Chohee, K., & Kim, H. (2018). Reverse battery protection device and operating method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,891,590). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jang, H., Kim, B., Han, D., Lim, G., Lee, Y., Woo, S., Shim, H., & Kim, S. (2018). Mobile terminal having a screen with a circular form and method for controlling the same (U.S. Patent No. 10,042,551). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Kim, S. H., Ji, C. H., Galle, P., Herrault, F., Wu, X., Lee, J. H., Choi, C. A., & Allen, M. G. (2009). An electromagnetic energy scavenger from direct airflow. Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, 19(9), 094010. Wu, X., Kim, S. H., Zhu, H., Ji, C. H., & Allen, M. G. (2012). A refreshable braille cell based on pneumatic microbubble actuators. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems, 21(4), 908–916. Seungkyu, S., Lee, S., Park, S., Kim, S., Jin, D., Kim, H., Gukchan, L., & Lee, J. (2015). Terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,089,270). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., & Kim, H. (2017). Wearable mobile terminal (U.S. Patent No. 9,795,309). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Wang, P. C., Wester, B. A., Rajaraman, S., Paik, S. J., Kim, S. H., & Allen, M. G. (2009). Hollow polymer microneedle array fabricated by photolithography process combined with micromolding technique. In 2009 Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (pp. 7026–7029). IEEE.
Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar Featured Publications Kim, S., Yonghahk, P., Kim, Y., Mihyun, P., Gukchan, L., & Kim, S. (2017). Mobile terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,606,721). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jung, P. G., Lim, G., Kim, S., & Kong, K. (2015). A wearable gesture recognition device for detecting muscular activities based on air-pressure sensors. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 11(2), 485–494. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., Chohee, K., & Kim, H. (2018). Reverse battery protection device and operating method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,891,590). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jang, H., Kim, B., Han, D., Lim, G., Lee, Y., Woo, S., Shim, H., & Kim, S. (2018). Mobile terminal having a screen with a circular form and method for controlling the same (U.S. Patent No. 10,042,551). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Kim, S. H., Ji, C. H., Galle, P., Herrault, F., Wu, X., Lee, J. H., Choi, C. A., & Allen, M. G. (2009). An electromagnetic energy scavenger from direct airflow. Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, 19(9), 094010. Wu, X., Kim, S. H., Zhu, H., Ji, C. H., & Allen, M. G. (2012). A refreshable braille cell based on pneumatic microbubble actuators. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems, 21(4), 908–916. Seungkyu, S., Lee, S., Park, S., Kim, S., Jin, D., Kim, H., Gukchan, L., & Lee, J. (2015). Terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,089,270). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., & Kim, H. (2017). Wearable mobile terminal (U.S. Patent No. 9,795,309). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Wang, P. C., Wester, B. A., Rajaraman, S., Paik, S. J., Kim, S. H., & Allen, M. G. (2009). Hollow polymer microneedle array fabricated by photolithography process combined with micromolding technique. In 2009 Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (pp. 7026–7029). IEEE.
Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar Featured Publications Kim, S., Yonghahk, P., Kim, Y., Mihyun, P., Gukchan, L., & Kim, S. (2017). Mobile terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,606,721). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jung, P. G., Lim, G., Kim, S., & Kong, K. (2015). A wearable gesture recognition device for detecting muscular activities based on air-pressure sensors. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 11(2), 485–494. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., Chohee, K., & Kim, H. (2018). Reverse battery protection device and operating method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,891,590). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jang, H., Kim, B., Han, D., Lim, G., Lee, Y., Woo, S., Shim, H., & Kim, S. (2018). Mobile terminal having a screen with a circular form and method for controlling the same (U.S. Patent No. 10,042,551). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Kim, S. H., Ji, C. H., Galle, P., Herrault, F., Wu, X., Lee, J. H., Choi, C. A., & Allen, M. G. (2009). An electromagnetic energy scavenger from direct airflow. Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, 19(9), 094010. Wu, X., Kim, S. H., Zhu, H., Ji, C. H., & Allen, M. G. (2012). A refreshable braille cell based on pneumatic microbubble actuators. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems, 21(4), 908–916. Seungkyu, S., Lee, S., Park, S., Kim, S., Jin, D., Kim, H., Gukchan, L., & Lee, J. (2015). Terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,089,270). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., & Kim, H. (2017). Wearable mobile terminal (U.S. Patent No. 9,795,309). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Wang, P. C., Wester, B. A., Rajaraman, S., Paik, S. J., Kim, S. H., & Allen, M. G. (2009). Hollow polymer microneedle array fabricated by photolithography process combined with micromolding technique. In 2009 Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (pp. 7026–7029). IEEE.
Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar Featured Publications Kim, S., Yonghahk, P., Kim, Y., Mihyun, P., Gukchan, L., & Kim, S. (2017). Mobile terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,606,721). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jung, P. G., Lim, G., Kim, S., & Kong, K. (2015). A wearable gesture recognition device for detecting muscular activities based on air-pressure sensors. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 11(2), 485–494. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., Chohee, K., & Kim, H. (2018). Reverse battery protection device and operating method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,891,590). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jang, H., Kim, B., Han, D., Lim, G., Lee, Y., Woo, S., Shim, H., & Kim, S. (2018). Mobile terminal having a screen with a circular form and method for controlling the same (U.S. Patent No. 10,042,551). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Kim, S. H., Ji, C. H., Galle, P., Herrault, F., Wu, X., Lee, J. H., Choi, C. A., & Allen, M. G. (2009). An electromagnetic energy scavenger from direct airflow. Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, 19(9), 094010. Wu, X., Kim, S. H., Zhu, H., Ji, C. H., & Allen, M. G. (2012). A refreshable braille cell based on pneumatic microbubble actuators. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems, 21(4), 908–916. Seungkyu, S., Lee, S., Park, S., Kim, S., Jin, D., Kim, H., Gukchan, L., & Lee, J. (2015). Terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,089,270). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., & Kim, H. (2017). Wearable mobile terminal (U.S. Patent No. 9,795,309). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Wang, P. C., Wester, B. A., Rajaraman, S., Paik, S. J., Kim, S. H., & Allen, M. G. (2009). Hollow polymer microneedle array fabricated by photolithography process combined with micromolding technique. In 2009 Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (pp. 7026–7029). IEEE.
Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar Featured Publications Kim, S., Yonghahk, P., Kim, Y., Mihyun, P., Gukchan, L., & Kim, S. (2017). Mobile terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,606,721). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jung, P. G., Lim, G., Kim, S., & Kong, K. (2015). A wearable gesture recognition device for detecting muscular activities based on air-pressure sensors. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 11(2), 485–494. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., Chohee, K., & Kim, H. (2018). Reverse battery protection device and operating method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,891,590). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jang, H., Kim, B., Han, D., Lim, G., Lee, Y., Woo, S., Shim, H., & Kim, S. (2018). Mobile terminal having a screen with a circular form and method for controlling the same (U.S. Patent No. 10,042,551). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Kim, S. H., Ji, C. H., Galle, P., Herrault, F., Wu, X., Lee, J. H., Choi, C. A., & Allen, M. G. (2009). An electromagnetic energy scavenger from direct airflow. Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, 19(9), 094010. Wu, X., Kim, S. H., Zhu, H., Ji, C. H., & Allen, M. G. (2012). A refreshable braille cell based on pneumatic microbubble actuators. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems, 21(4), 908–916. Seungkyu, S., Lee, S., Park, S., Kim, S., Jin, D., Kim, H., Gukchan, L., & Lee, J. (2015). Terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,089,270). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., & Kim, H. (2017). Wearable mobile terminal (U.S. Patent No. 9,795,309). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Wang, P. C., Wester, B. A., Rajaraman, S., Paik, S. J., Kim, S. H., & Allen, M. G. (2009). Hollow polymer microneedle array fabricated by photolithography process combined with micromolding technique. In 2009 Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (pp. 7026–7029). IEEE.
Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar Featured Publications Kim, S., Yonghahk, P., Kim, Y., Mihyun, P., Gukchan, L., & Kim, S. (2017). Mobile terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,606,721). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jung, P. G., Lim, G., Kim, S., & Kong, K. (2015). A wearable gesture recognition device for detecting muscular activities based on air-pressure sensors. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 11(2), 485–494. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., Chohee, K., & Kim, H. (2018). Reverse battery protection device and operating method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,891,590). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jang, H., Kim, B., Han, D., Lim, G., Lee, Y., Woo, S., Shim, H., & Kim, S. (2018). Mobile terminal having a screen with a circular form and method for controlling the same (U.S. Patent No. 10,042,551). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Kim, S. H., Ji, C. H., Galle, P., Herrault, F., Wu, X., Lee, J. H., Choi, C. A., & Allen, M. G. (2009). An electromagnetic energy scavenger from direct airflow. Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, 19(9), 094010. Wu, X., Kim, S. H., Zhu, H., Ji, C. H., & Allen, M. G. (2012). A refreshable braille cell based on pneumatic microbubble actuators. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems, 21(4), 908–916. Seungkyu, S., Lee, S., Park, S., Kim, S., Jin, D., Kim, H., Gukchan, L., & Lee, J. (2015). Terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,089,270). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., & Kim, H. (2017). Wearable mobile terminal (U.S. Patent No. 9,795,309). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Wang, P. C., Wester, B. A., Rajaraman, S., Paik, S. J., Kim, S. H., & Allen, M. G. (2009). Hollow polymer microneedle array fabricated by photolithography process combined with micromolding technique. In 2009 Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (pp. 7026–7029). IEEE.
Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar Featured Publications Kim, S., Yonghahk, P., Kim, Y., Mihyun, P., Gukchan, L., & Kim, S. (2017). Mobile terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,606,721). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jung, P. G., Lim, G., Kim, S., & Kong, K. (2015). A wearable gesture recognition device for detecting muscular activities based on air-pressure sensors. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 11(2), 485–494. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., Chohee, K., & Kim, H. (2018). Reverse battery protection device and operating method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,891,590). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jang, H., Kim, B., Han, D., Lim, G., Lee, Y., Woo, S., Shim, H., & Kim, S. (2018). Mobile terminal having a screen with a circular form and method for controlling the same (U.S. Patent No. 10,042,551). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Kim, S. H., Ji, C. H., Galle, P., Herrault, F., Wu, X., Lee, J. H., Choi, C. A., & Allen, M. G. (2009). An electromagnetic energy scavenger from direct airflow. Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, 19(9), 094010. Wu, X., Kim, S. H., Zhu, H., Ji, C. H., & Allen, M. G. (2012). A refreshable braille cell based on pneumatic microbubble actuators. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems, 21(4), 908–916. Seungkyu, S., Lee, S., Park, S., Kim, S., Jin, D., Kim, H., Gukchan, L., & Lee, J. (2015). Terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,089,270). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., & Kim, H. (2017). Wearable mobile terminal (U.S. Patent No. 9,795,309). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Wang, P. C., Wester, B. A., Rajaraman, S., Paik, S. J., Kim, S. H., & Allen, M. G. (2009). Hollow polymer microneedle array fabricated by photolithography process combined with micromolding technique. In 2009 Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (pp. 7026–7029). IEEE.
Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar Featured Publications Kim, S., Yonghahk, P., Kim, Y., Mihyun, P., Gukchan, L., & Kim, S. (2017). Mobile terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,606,721). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jung, P. G., Lim, G., Kim, S., & Kong, K. (2015). A wearable gesture recognition device for detecting muscular activities based on air-pressure sensors. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics, 11(2), 485–494. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., Chohee, K., & Kim, H. (2018). Reverse battery protection device and operating method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,891,590). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Jang, H., Kim, B., Han, D., Lim, G., Lee, Y., Woo, S., Shim, H., & Kim, S. (2018). Mobile terminal having a screen with a circular form and method for controlling the same (U.S. Patent No. 10,042,551). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Kim, S. H., Ji, C. H., Galle, P., Herrault, F., Wu, X., Lee, J. H., Choi, C. A., & Allen, M. G. (2009). An electromagnetic energy scavenger from direct airflow. Journal of Micromechanics and Microengineering, 19(9), 094010. Wu, X., Kim, S. H., Zhu, H., Ji, C. H., & Allen, M. G. (2012). A refreshable braille cell based on pneumatic microbubble actuators. Journal of Microelectromechanical Systems, 21(4), 908–916. Seungkyu, S., Lee, S., Park, S., Kim, S., Jin, D., Kim, H., Gukchan, L., & Lee, J. (2015). Terminal and control method thereof (U.S. Patent No. 9,089,270). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Shim, H., Gukchan, L., Youngho, S., Kim, S., & Kim, H. (2017). Wearable mobile terminal (U.S. Patent No. 9,795,309). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Wang, P. C., Wester, B. A., Rajaraman, S., Paik, S. J., Kim, S. H., & Allen, M. G. (2009). Hollow polymer microneedle array fabricated by photolithography process combined with micromolding technique. In 2009 Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (pp. 7026–7029). IEEE.
Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar Featured Publications
Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar Featured Publications
Mr. Seong-Hyok Sean Kim, Ph.D., is a globally recognized technical leader and researcher in consumer electronics, mobile technologies, and advanced AI-driven sensing, credited with pioneering over ten world-first AI sensing-based technologies that have transformed devices across consumer electronics, healthcare, and IoT. With more than two decades of expertise in sensors, MEMS, actuators, micro and nano devices, quantum sensors, and quantum AI, he has seamlessly integrated deep scientific insight with real-world innovation to bring groundbreaking technologies into commercialization. Currently serving as Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow (Vice President) at LG Electronics AI Lab in Seoul, he leads a team of over 100 engineers to develop next-generation AI perception and sensing solutions for ambient computing, smart homes, and quantum AI, achieving breakthroughs such as the world’s first AI-powered dryer, radar-based air conditioner, AI environmental sensing air purifier, and the world’s smallest portable quantum magnetometer. Earlier, as Team Lead of LG’s Sensor Lab, he spearheaded cross-disciplinary innovations including the first automotive-grade PM sensor and advanced healthcare devices such as smart toothbrushes and sleepcare systems, while his leadership at LG’s Mobile Communications Company brought disruptive mobile experiences through TOF recognition, biometric innovations, and embedded healthcare sensors. His prior academic work at Georgia Institute of Technology advanced MEMS and nanotechnology research, producing impactful publications. Holding BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. degrees from Seoul National University, along with 64 papers, 37 patents, and multiple prestigious awards, Dr. Kim continues to define the global trajectory of AI sensing, MEMS, and quantum technologies. Profile: Google Scholar
Ervin Zeka | Agricultural and Wine Economics | Young Researcher Award Published on 11/09/202513/09/2025 by Environmental Scientists Mr. Ervin Zeka | Agricultural and Wine Economics | Young Researcher Award Aldo Moro University of Bari | Italy Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid Featured Publications Zeka, E. (2025, June). Exploring price determinants of natural wines: A case study on the impact of territorial certification in the Italian online market. Paper presented at the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE), Zaragoza, Spain. Zeka, E. (2022, October). The impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the profitability of agricultural farms. Paper presented at the International Scientific Conference “BRIDGE 2022,” Prizren, Kosovo. Zeka, E. (n.d.). The evaluation of the effects that do not pass from the market and the analysis of their determinants: The case of the Tirana Lake Park. Paper presented at the International Conference on Agriculture and Life Sciences (ICOALS IV), Tirana, Albania.
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid Featured Publications Zeka, E. (2025, June). Exploring price determinants of natural wines: A case study on the impact of territorial certification in the Italian online market. Paper presented at the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE), Zaragoza, Spain. Zeka, E. (2022, October). The impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the profitability of agricultural farms. Paper presented at the International Scientific Conference “BRIDGE 2022,” Prizren, Kosovo. Zeka, E. (n.d.). The evaluation of the effects that do not pass from the market and the analysis of their determinants: The case of the Tirana Lake Park. Paper presented at the International Conference on Agriculture and Life Sciences (ICOALS IV), Tirana, Albania.
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid Featured Publications Zeka, E. (2025, June). Exploring price determinants of natural wines: A case study on the impact of territorial certification in the Italian online market. Paper presented at the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE), Zaragoza, Spain. Zeka, E. (2022, October). The impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the profitability of agricultural farms. Paper presented at the International Scientific Conference “BRIDGE 2022,” Prizren, Kosovo. Zeka, E. (n.d.). The evaluation of the effects that do not pass from the market and the analysis of their determinants: The case of the Tirana Lake Park. Paper presented at the International Conference on Agriculture and Life Sciences (ICOALS IV), Tirana, Albania.
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid Featured Publications Zeka, E. (2025, June). Exploring price determinants of natural wines: A case study on the impact of territorial certification in the Italian online market. Paper presented at the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE), Zaragoza, Spain. Zeka, E. (2022, October). The impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the profitability of agricultural farms. Paper presented at the International Scientific Conference “BRIDGE 2022,” Prizren, Kosovo. Zeka, E. (n.d.). The evaluation of the effects that do not pass from the market and the analysis of their determinants: The case of the Tirana Lake Park. Paper presented at the International Conference on Agriculture and Life Sciences (ICOALS IV), Tirana, Albania.
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid Featured Publications Zeka, E. (2025, June). Exploring price determinants of natural wines: A case study on the impact of territorial certification in the Italian online market. Paper presented at the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE), Zaragoza, Spain. Zeka, E. (2022, October). The impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the profitability of agricultural farms. Paper presented at the International Scientific Conference “BRIDGE 2022,” Prizren, Kosovo. Zeka, E. (n.d.). The evaluation of the effects that do not pass from the market and the analysis of their determinants: The case of the Tirana Lake Park. Paper presented at the International Conference on Agriculture and Life Sciences (ICOALS IV), Tirana, Albania.
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid Featured Publications Zeka, E. (2025, June). Exploring price determinants of natural wines: A case study on the impact of territorial certification in the Italian online market. Paper presented at the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE), Zaragoza, Spain. Zeka, E. (2022, October). The impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the profitability of agricultural farms. Paper presented at the International Scientific Conference “BRIDGE 2022,” Prizren, Kosovo. Zeka, E. (n.d.). The evaluation of the effects that do not pass from the market and the analysis of their determinants: The case of the Tirana Lake Park. Paper presented at the International Conference on Agriculture and Life Sciences (ICOALS IV), Tirana, Albania.
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid Featured Publications Zeka, E. (2025, June). Exploring price determinants of natural wines: A case study on the impact of territorial certification in the Italian online market. Paper presented at the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE), Zaragoza, Spain. Zeka, E. (2022, October). The impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the profitability of agricultural farms. Paper presented at the International Scientific Conference “BRIDGE 2022,” Prizren, Kosovo. Zeka, E. (n.d.). The evaluation of the effects that do not pass from the market and the analysis of their determinants: The case of the Tirana Lake Park. Paper presented at the International Conference on Agriculture and Life Sciences (ICOALS IV), Tirana, Albania.
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid Featured Publications Zeka, E. (2025, June). Exploring price determinants of natural wines: A case study on the impact of territorial certification in the Italian online market. Paper presented at the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE), Zaragoza, Spain. Zeka, E. (2022, October). The impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the profitability of agricultural farms. Paper presented at the International Scientific Conference “BRIDGE 2022,” Prizren, Kosovo. Zeka, E. (n.d.). The evaluation of the effects that do not pass from the market and the analysis of their determinants: The case of the Tirana Lake Park. Paper presented at the International Conference on Agriculture and Life Sciences (ICOALS IV), Tirana, Albania.
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid Featured Publications Zeka, E. (2025, June). Exploring price determinants of natural wines: A case study on the impact of territorial certification in the Italian online market. Paper presented at the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE), Zaragoza, Spain. Zeka, E. (2022, October). The impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the profitability of agricultural farms. Paper presented at the International Scientific Conference “BRIDGE 2022,” Prizren, Kosovo. Zeka, E. (n.d.). The evaluation of the effects that do not pass from the market and the analysis of their determinants: The case of the Tirana Lake Park. Paper presented at the International Conference on Agriculture and Life Sciences (ICOALS IV), Tirana, Albania.
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid Featured Publications Zeka, E. (2025, June). Exploring price determinants of natural wines: A case study on the impact of territorial certification in the Italian online market. Paper presented at the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE), Zaragoza, Spain. Zeka, E. (2022, October). The impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the profitability of agricultural farms. Paper presented at the International Scientific Conference “BRIDGE 2022,” Prizren, Kosovo. Zeka, E. (n.d.). The evaluation of the effects that do not pass from the market and the analysis of their determinants: The case of the Tirana Lake Park. Paper presented at the International Conference on Agriculture and Life Sciences (ICOALS IV), Tirana, Albania.
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid Featured Publications Zeka, E. (2025, June). Exploring price determinants of natural wines: A case study on the impact of territorial certification in the Italian online market. Paper presented at the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE), Zaragoza, Spain. Zeka, E. (2022, October). The impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the profitability of agricultural farms. Paper presented at the International Scientific Conference “BRIDGE 2022,” Prizren, Kosovo. Zeka, E. (n.d.). The evaluation of the effects that do not pass from the market and the analysis of their determinants: The case of the Tirana Lake Park. Paper presented at the International Conference on Agriculture and Life Sciences (ICOALS IV), Tirana, Albania.
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid Featured Publications Zeka, E. (2025, June). Exploring price determinants of natural wines: A case study on the impact of territorial certification in the Italian online market. Paper presented at the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE), Zaragoza, Spain. Zeka, E. (2022, October). The impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the profitability of agricultural farms. Paper presented at the International Scientific Conference “BRIDGE 2022,” Prizren, Kosovo. Zeka, E. (n.d.). The evaluation of the effects that do not pass from the market and the analysis of their determinants: The case of the Tirana Lake Park. Paper presented at the International Conference on Agriculture and Life Sciences (ICOALS IV), Tirana, Albania.
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid Featured Publications Zeka, E. (2025, June). Exploring price determinants of natural wines: A case study on the impact of territorial certification in the Italian online market. Paper presented at the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE), Zaragoza, Spain. Zeka, E. (2022, October). The impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the profitability of agricultural farms. Paper presented at the International Scientific Conference “BRIDGE 2022,” Prizren, Kosovo. Zeka, E. (n.d.). The evaluation of the effects that do not pass from the market and the analysis of their determinants: The case of the Tirana Lake Park. Paper presented at the International Conference on Agriculture and Life Sciences (ICOALS IV), Tirana, Albania.
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid Featured Publications Zeka, E. (2025, June). Exploring price determinants of natural wines: A case study on the impact of territorial certification in the Italian online market. Paper presented at the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE), Zaragoza, Spain.
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid Featured Publications Zeka, E. (2025, June). Exploring price determinants of natural wines: A case study on the impact of territorial certification in the Italian online market. Paper presented at the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE), Zaragoza, Spain.
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid Featured Publications Zeka, E. (2025, June). Exploring price determinants of natural wines: A case study on the impact of territorial certification in the Italian online market. Paper presented at the European Association of Wine Economists (EuAWE), Zaragoza, Spain.
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid
Mr. Ervin Zeka is an Albanian professional specializing in economics, innovation, and sustainable development, with experience across government institutions, financial services, research organizations, and NGOs. He currently serves as an Innovation Expert at the Agency of Innovation and Excellence, providing strategic consulting on technological improvements, project sustainability, and innovation transfer to government partners. Previously, he worked as a Specialist in the Statistical Register of Enterprises Sector at the Institute of Statistics in Tiranë, contributing to data modeling and national reporting, and as a Junior Research Expert at Development Solutions Associates, where he supported agricultural research through surveys and interviews. His international exposure includes volunteering with Udruga Impress in Croatia to support children with disabilities and promote social inclusion. In the financial sector, he held roles at Union Bank SHA, FEDinvest sha, and AZHBR, where he evaluated applicants for national support schemes. Academically, Mr. Ervin Zeka is pursuing a PhD in Soil and Food Science at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, researching the economic valuation of the wine value chain, sustainable wine innovation, and consumer preferences using methods such as Discrete Choice Experiments, Hedonic Pricing, and Life Cycle Assessment. He also holds a Master of Science in Economics and Agrarian Policies and a Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development Economics and Policies from the Agriculture University of Tirana, enriched by specialized training at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari and participation in international summer schools. Mr. Ervin Zeka has presented at conferences such as EuAWE, BRIDGE, and ICOALS IV, and earned recognition in research competitions, reflecting his dedication to linking innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in agriculture and governance. Profile: Orcid