Extra Curricular
I participated in a professional genetic analysts education program organized by the National Institute of Biological Resources under the Ministry of Environment, in collaboration with the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Seoul National University. This program provided me with the one-0- kind opportunity to conduct advanced experiments at the National Instrumentation Center for Environmental Management (NICEM), home to Korea’s most valuable biology equipment. It was a remarkable experience that allowed me to bridge theoretical knowledge with practical applications in genetics.
As the youngest undergraduate participant in this specialized program, which was tailored for professionals and graduate students, I had the chance to interact with talented individuals from diverse fields. Collaborating with my more experienced team members provided me with invaluable insights into the current status and future prospects of the biology field, broadening my perspective and deepening my understanding.
Genetic analysis professional education NICEM (SNU)
Insect collection
Genetic Analysis Education
Genetic info extraction and PCR
Analysis and Conclusion
Dementia Awareness and Mitigation Project
With the increasing life expectancy, the number of dementia patients is also on the rise. To support these individuals within local communities, I am working on developing medical games designed to prevent dementia and alleviate its symptoms. Our team is currently planning a puzzle combination game inspired from hamburgers, collaborating closely with experts in psychology and welfare science. Once the designs are finalized, we aim to develop prototypes and collect clinical data to further validate the game's effectiveness.
Cargill Inc. Pyeongtaek factory field trip
I visited the Cargill Agri Purina plant in Pyeongtaek as a member of Chung-Ang University's 4H organization. Cargill Korea, a leading feed company in the country, is part of a global agricultural enterprise committed to eco-friendly farming practices. The Pyeongtaek plant, established in 2012, is the largest Cargill feed facility worldwide, supplying over a million tons of feed annually to more than a thousand farms across South Korea.
I was deeply inspired by the plant’s state-of-the-art conveyor system, which connects the grain transportation line at Pyeongtaek Port to its bulk system. Witnessing the fully automated process—from production to packaging—left a lasting impression. This experience sparked my interest in the development of agriculture through 21st-century smart computing technologies.