Jeong Min Woo – Lightning Protection – Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Jeong Min Woo - Lightning Protection - Best Researcher Award 

Korea Electrotechnology Research Institute - South Korea 

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Jeong Min Woo’s academic journey began with a strong foundation in electronics, earning a B.Sc. degree from Kyungpook National University in South Korea. He continued his academic pursuits with an M.Sc. in Information and Communication Engineering and a Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronic Computer Engineering from the prestigious Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology, completing his studies in 2016. His early academic focus on electronics and communication engineering set the stage for his groundbreaking work in wireless power transfer and lightning protection technologies.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Currently serving as a Senior Researcher at the Korea Electrotechnology Research Institute, Dr. Woo has been actively involved in projects that address critical challenges in renewable energy and electromagnetic security. His professional endeavors include the development of a lightning protection platform for large-scale offshore wind farms, creating high-performance protection against high-power electromagnetic pulses, and designing the world’s largest 1,600 A-class High-Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP) filter. These contributions underscore his leadership in advancing lightning protection and electromagnetic safety technologies.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Woo’s research spans several cutting-edge areas, including wireless power transfer, metamaterials, compound semiconductor devices, static electric field sensors, and the analysis of high-voltage direct current (HVDC) electrical environmental effects. His work has significantly advanced the field of lightning protection, particularly in renewable energy applications such as wind turbines and high-rise structures. His expertise extends to high-power electromagnetic pulse protection and the environmental impact of HVDC systems, both of which are critical to modern electrical infrastructure.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Woo’s work has had a profound impact on both academic and industrial sectors. His research outputs, including 559 citations with an h-index of 11 and an i10-index of 13, reflect his influence in the scientific community. His collaborations with organizations like the Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) on HVDC transmission line projects and electromagnetic environmental impact assessments further demonstrate his role in shaping industry practices. His advancements in lightning protection have garnered widespread attention for their practical applications in military, renewable energy, and structural engineering.

🏆Academic Cites

Dr. Woo’s contributions to the field are well-documented and widely cited in academic literature. His pioneering work on lightning protection for wind turbine blades and high-rise structures is particularly notable, as it bridges theoretical research and practical implementation. His citation metrics underline his role as a thought leader in electromagnetic engineering and lightning protection technologies.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Woo’s legacy lies in his commitment to advancing electromagnetic safety and renewable energy technologies. His ongoing projects, such as the development of lightning protection measures for offshore wind farms and high-rise structures, promise to enhance the reliability and resilience of critical infrastructure. Looking ahead, Dr. Woo’s research is poised to further influence the fields of renewable energy and electromagnetic safety, solidifying his reputation as a pioneer in lightning protection and related technologies.

📝Lightning Protection

Dr. Woo’s expertise in lightning protection has led to the development of cutting-edge technologies for wind turbines, high-rise buildings, and military applications. His research into lightning protection continues to advance safety standards in renewable energy and infrastructure development. As a leader in lightning protection, his contributions are setting new benchmarks for the field.

Notable Publication


📝Microwave Power Limiter Having H-Shaped Slot Structure with Enhanced Plasma Discharge by Electrostatic Potential

Authors: Park, K.-J., Park, J.-H., Lee, W.-S., Woo, J.-M.

Journal: IEEE Access

Year: 2024

Citations: 0


📝Design and Analysis of an Adjustable Diode-Integrated Waveguide-Based Electromagnetic Pulse Limiter for Microwave Receiver

Authors: Woo, J.-M., Ho Kim, J., Won, J.-H., Yu, D.

Journal: IEEE Access

Year: 2024

Citations: 1


📝Plasma-Discharge-Integrated Slot Structure for Microwave Power Limiter

Authors: Woo, J.M., Ju, M.N., Lee, J.-B.

Journal: Scientific Reports

Year: 2023

Citations: 2


📝Extendable Array Rectenna for a Microwave Wireless Power Transfer System

Authors: Woo, J.-M., Lim, W., Bae, J., Yi, S.-H., Yang, Y.

Journal: IEEE Access

Year: 2021

Citations: 8


📝Long-Term Evaluation of HVDC Transmission Line Audible Noise and Its Correlation with Background Noise

Authors: Shin, K.Y., Oh, J.A., Kwon, G.M., Ju, M.N., Woo, J.M.

Journal: AIP Advances

Year: 2019

Citations: 8


📝High Volumetric Energy Density Hybrid Supercapacitors Based on Reduced Graphene Oxide Scrolls

Authors: Rani, J.R., Thangavel, R., Oh, S.-I., Lee, Y.-S., Jang, J.-H.

Journal: ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces

Year: 2017

Citations: 47