Prof. Dr. Yangwon Lee | Satellite Remote Sensing | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Yangwon Lee | Satellite Remote Sensing | Research Excellence Award

Professor | Pukyong National University | South Korea

Prof. Dr. Yangwon Lee is a distinguished scholar whose work in Satellite Remote Sensing has contributed significantly to the advancement of environmental monitoring and geospatial intelligence. His research integrates Satellite Remote Sensing with artificial intelligence to address critical challenges related to hydrology, agriculture, forestry, meteorology, marine environments, and disaster assessment. Prof. Dr. Yangwon Lee has produced influential studies utilizing Satellite Remote Sensing for flood estimation, soil moisture retrieval, reservoir storage prediction, wildfire detection, marine oil spill monitoring, and atmospheric data gap filling. His extensive publication record demonstrates strong expertise in Satellite Remote Sensing applications that blend machine learning, deep learning, and transformer-based models to extract high quality insights from diverse satellite platforms. Through collaborations across multidisciplinary domains, he has advanced practical uses of Satellite Remote Sensing in real time monitoring, ecological conservation, and sustainable resource management. Prof. Dr. Yangwon Lee has consistently demonstrated leadership in developing automated systems that enhance the accuracy, efficiency, and reliability of Satellite Remote Sensing analytics. His work has strengthened scientific understanding of climate related processes and improved decision making frameworks for environmental agencies through the integration of Satellite Remote Sensing data with meteorological variables and digital elevation models. By expanding methodological innovations in Satellite Remote Sensing, he has contributed to the creation of scalable models that support national and international research communities. The societal relevance of his work is reflected in its direct application to disaster preparedness, agricultural productivity, coastal protection, and environmental restoration efforts where Satellite Remote Sensing plays a central role in timely data driven assessments. Prof. Dr. Yangwon Lee continues to influence the global scientific landscape through impactful publications, sustained research productivity, and progressive approaches to complex environmental challenges empowered by Satellite Remote Sensing. Presented with professional clarity Scopus profile of 1058 Citations, 169 Documents, 15 h index.

Profiles: ORCID | Scopus

Featured Publications

1. Machine Learning-Based Near-Real-Time Monitoring of Wildfire Spread Extent Using GK2A and VIIRS. (2025). Korean Journal of Remote Sensing.

2. Semiautomated sedimentary type classification of seamounts in the Western Pacific using deep-sea camera images. (2025). Geosciences Journal.

3. An optimized LNA utilizing MGA for high performance 24 GHz radar applications. (2025). Analog Integrated Circuits and Signal Processing.

4. Estimation of flood inundation area using Soil Moisture Active Passive fractional water data with an LSTM model. (2025). Sensors.

5. An adaptive 24 GHz PSO-based optimized VCO in next-generation wireless sensor networks. (2025). Applied Sciences.

Dr. Jun-Oh Bu | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Jun-Oh Bu | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Research Scientist | National Institute of Meteorological Sciences | South Korea

Dr. Jun-Oh Bu has established a distinguished academic and professional trajectory rooted in chemistry with a strong focus on Earth and Planetary Sciences, which has been central throughout his education, research, and career development. His educational background at Jeju National University, where he earned his Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate in Chemistry, provided a solid foundation for exploring Earth and Planetary Sciences in both theoretical and applied domains. His professional journey includes roles as an assistant teacher, instructor, and researcher at Jeju National University, followed by impactful contributions as a researcher and later as a research scientist at the National Institute of Meteorological Sciences, where his work in aerosol chemistry and greenhouse gas chemistry directly relates to advancing Earth and Planetary Sciences. His research interests span analytical chemistry, atmospheric science, and climate-related studies, reflecting his commitment to Earth and Planetary Sciences. Recognized for his expertise, he has been engaged in multiple academic and applied research endeavors that highlight both innovation and practical implications in Earth and Planetary Sciences. Awards and honors underscore his dedication to advancing this field, while his research skills in experimental chemistry, atmospheric analysis, and applied climate studies demonstrate his ability to link fundamental science with real-world applications in Earth and Planetary Sciences. In conclusion, Dr. Jun-Oh Bu’s career embodies the integration of chemistry with Earth and Planetary Sciences, and his ongoing contributions as a research scientist continue to strengthen the scientific understanding and global relevance of Earth and Planetary Sciences, where his name stands as a significant contributor with Earth and Planetary Sciences mentioned in alignment with his achievements.

Profile: ORCID

Featured Publication

1. Bu, J.-O., Ko, H.-J., Yoo, H.-J., & Oh, S.-M. (2025). Multi-aspect analysis of wildfire aerosols from the 2023 Hongseong case: Physical, optical, chemical, and source characteristics. Atmosphere, 16(9), 1074.