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Paik Un-gyu

b. 1964

South Korean materials scientist, former Minister

Materials scientist
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About Paik Un-gyu

Born 1964. Paik Un-gyu is a South Korean materials scientist.

Paik Un-gyu (; born 2 March 1964) is a South Korean professor of energy engineering at Hanyang University previously served as President Moon Jae-in's first Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy.

Education He holds three degrees - a bachelor's in inorganic materials engineering from Hanyang University, a master in material science and engineering from Virginia Tech and a doctorate in ceramic engineering from Clemson University.

After joining Hanyang University's faculty in 1999, he has taken multiple leadership roles in his alma mater such as dean of energy engineering department and 3rd engineering college

He is also a member of editorial board of Scientific Reports's chemistry section and ISRN Ceramics.

Awards and honors 2008: Scientist of the Month, Ministry of Science and ICT and National Research Foundation of Korea

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Important facts

Born
2 March 1964, Masan
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Materials scientist
Nationality
South Korea
Education
Hanyang University, Clemson University, Virginia Tech
Positions held
Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy
Employers
Hanyang University
Also known as
Ungyu Paik, Un-gyu Paik, Paik Ungyu, Baek Woon-kyu

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Paik Un-gyu?

South Korean materials scientist, former Minister

When was Paik Un-gyu born?

Paik Un-gyu was born on 2 March 1964 in Masan.

What is Paik Un-gyu's occupation?

Paik Un-gyu is a materials scientist.

What nationality is Paik Un-gyu?

Paik Un-gyu is South Korean.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Paik Un-gyu

· Wikidata: Q43508765

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