Shinhan University Students Kim Dongryul and Kim Heeseo Receive “Korea Intellectual Property Future Talent Award”

Recognized for Achievements in Intellectual Property, Trade Security, and Digital Commerce Research
"Determined to Become Experts Enhancing Korea's Intellectual Property Competitiveness"

Shinhan University (President Kang Seongjong) announced on August 18 that students Kim Dongryul and Kim Heeseo from the School of Business’s Department of Global Trade have received the “Korea Intellectual Property Future Talent Award” from the Korea Intellectual Property Education Research Association.

Shinhan University campus view. Courtesy of Shinhan University

This award is presented to future talents who recognize the importance of intellectual property in the era of digital transformation and actively participate in related education and research.

The two students have participated as undergraduate researchers at the “Trade Security Research Lab Based on Intellectual Property”—led by Dean Han Soobum of the School of Business and Professor Kim Jongseong—conducting policy research in the areas of intellectual property, trade security, and digital commerce.

In particular, they carried out academic activities focused on protecting and utilizing intellectual property in the digital trade environment. They consistently attended special lectures, seminars, and academic programs related to intellectual property, developing their expertise and research capabilities.

Im Jungyeon, President of the Korea Intellectual Property Education Research Association, stated, “Both students showed exceptional enthusiasm for and active participation in intellectual property education and research. I expect they will grow into talents who will contribute to Korea’s emergence as an intellectual property powerhouse in the future.”

Professor Kim Jongseong, their advisor, said, “Their steady and diligent efforts as undergraduate researchers on the challenging topics of intellectual property, trade security, and digital commerce have culminated in this recognition. I will continue to support them so they can grow into experts leading the fields of commerce and security based on intellectual property.”

Dean Han Soobum remarked, “This is a meaningful achievement that demonstrates the students’ efforts and the results of our research-oriented education. We will continue to foster hands-on professionals with a competitive edge in promising future fields such as digital commerce, intellectual property, and cyber security.”

Kim Dongryul and Kim Heeseo stated, “Through our work in the research lab, we learned about the value and potential of intellectual property in the era of digital trade. We are determined to grow into experts who will enhance Korea’s competitiveness in intellectual property.”

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