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RESEARCH & INNOVATION

From scientific curiosity to practical environmental solutions.

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My research interests center on environmental science, sustainable materials, and biomimicry. I am especially interested in how scientific ideas can move beyond the laboratory to become practical solutions to environmental challenges.

Research Highlights

  • 5 International Research Projects

  • 1 Registered Korean Patent

  • 4 International Gold Medals

  • Research Mentorship at Cornell University

  • iGEM SDG Leader

Cornell Biomimicry Research

Learning from nature to rethink engineering.

Under the mentorship of Cornell professor Sunghwan Jung, I explored how fish locomotion and hydrodynamics can inform engineering design. I examined how biological movement reduces drag, conserves energy, and adapts to changing environments.

Research Question

How does fish locomotion reduce drag while conserving energy?

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My Contribution

Reviewed literature, analyzed biological movement, and explored engineering

applications.

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Takeaway

Nature can inspire more energy-efficient engineering.

This research changed how I approach engineering problems.

Eco-Friendly Detergent & Registered Patent

Turning an everyday problem into a patent environmental solution

I developed an eco-friendly detergent designed to reduce dye transfer between fabrics. The project progressed from chemistry research and formulation testing to prototyping, industry consultation, and patent registration.

Problem

Prevent dye transfer during washing.

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Process

Material research → formulation → prototype → testing.

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Result

Registered Korean Patent (2026)

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Early chemistry notes used to examine interactions relevant to detergent formulation.

Registered Patent · Korean Intellectual Property Office · 2026

This project inspired my later work in biomaterials and sustainable engineering.

iGEM 2025

Synthetic biology for real-world challenges

As part of an international iGEM team, I contributed to research communication, sustainability framing, and the project’s connection to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. I also represented the team as an SDG Leader during the 2025 Grand Jamboree in Paris.​​

Role

  • SDG Leader

  • Research communication

  • Team presentation and project outreach​

Outcome

  • iGEM 2025 Gold Medal

  • International presentation in Paris

Representing the iGEM team at the 2025 Grand Jamboree in Paris.

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SDG Leader profile published under my English name, Jayden Kang.

It strengthened my interest in combining biology and environmental engineering.

WICO 2026— Gold Award

Shape-Reconfigurable Sustainable Temperature Sensor Based on Beeswax–Activated Carbon Composite

Developed and presented a sustainable temperature-sensing concept using beeswax and activated carbon composite materials. The project explored how material properties could support flexible and environmentally conscious sensor design.

Presenting the sensor project to visitors and judges at WICO 2026.

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Gold Award certificate issued for the sustainable temperature sensor project.

Euroinvent 2025 — Gold Medal

Colloidal Oatmeal as a Barrier-Restoring Botanical
Investigated colloidal oatmeal as a sustainable botanical ingredient for supporting the skin barrier. The project examined its hydration, anti-inflammatory, and protective properties, along with its potential applications in environmentally conscious skincare formulations.

Research Focus

  • Skin-barrier restoration

  • Botanical materials

  • Sustainable formulation

  • Practical health applications

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Research Impact

  • Improved skin barrier restoration

  • Sustainable botanical formulation

  • International Gold Medal

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