About Me
I am Minjae Kwen.
I am a student in the chemistry department of KAIST, actively conducting research in the M-design Laboratory under the guidance of Professor Hyungjun Kim.
My primary research interest lies in computational chemistry focusing on ab initio quantum calculations, especially Density Functional Theory (DFT). I have investigated catalytic systems, analyzing reaction mechanisms to enhance catalytic efficiency. I am currently conducting nonadiabatic dynamics simulations, including surface hopping techniques, to gain deeper insights into photon-induced reactions and carrier dynamics.
Additionally, I have hands-on experience in nanocatalyst synthesis and electro-chemical system design. For more details, please visit the "Research" section.
Academic Experiences
At KAIST, I got a B.S. in Chemistry with a minor in Material Science.
I have also taken additional courses in the Physics and Computer Science departments, which have improved my interdisciplinary skills.
I graduated in Feb. 2025 with Summa Cum Laude (GPA: 4.18/4.3, Valedictorian).
For my overseas experiences, I visited UC Berkeley Summer Session in 2019.
In 2020, I also visited IIT Madras, Chennai, India to exchange creative ideas with IITM students.
I have actively participated in several academic conferences, expanding my knowledge and networks in the field:
- 2024 Korea-Japan Symposium on Molecular Science, Busan, Republic of Korea
- NANO KOREA 2024, Goyang-si, Republic of Korea
- ISTCP 2024, Qingdao, China
In terms of technical skills, I am proficient in the Linux environment for program development. My primary programming languages include Python, C++, and Shell script, with additional experience in other languages such as JAVA and HTML.
Other Experiences
For my alternative military service, I worked at Dangaram Kindergarten from May 2022 to February 2024. I cared for children with developmental disabilities and mental disorders. I received a Certificate of Commendation for my dedicated social service. This experience helped me develop resilience and a positive approach to challenges.
I have been consistently involved in volunteer work since middle school.
I have volunteered over 90 hours during my time at university.
I am passionate about sports, particularly baseball. I was a member of the KAIST baseball club "Rookie" for two years.
Curriculum Vitae