Team Head, Korea Radioactive Waste Agency, South Korea
Dr. Jae-Yeol Cheong is a distinguished Korean researcher in the fields of groundwater science, environmental engineering, and geology. Born in Seoul, Korea, on May 19, 1975, he is currently a Principal Researcher at the Korea Radioactive Waste Agency (KORAD). Dr. Cheong has a vast expertise in environmental risk management, particularly related to groundwater systems and natural hazards. His leadership extends to international standards, as he serves as the convener of ISO TC113/SC8/WG2 for groundwater-related environmental issues. With a focus on interdisciplinary research, he has significantly contributed to understanding groundwater behavior and its applications in environmental sustainability. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and actively collaborates on global environmental standards, ensuring his contributions are widely recognized.
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Education
Dr. Cheong earned his Ph.D. in Geological Sciences from Pusan National University in 2008, where he also completed his M.Sc. (2003) and B.Sc. (2001) in Geology. His doctoral research focused on geological processes and their impact on groundwater systems. His educational background in geology and environmental sciences laid the foundation for his pioneering work in groundwater research, natural hazards, and environmental sustainability. At Pusan National University, he also contributed to environmental studies, which has been integral to his career as a researcher. Over the years, Dr. Cheong has kept advancing his knowledge through continuous research and active involvement in national and international projects, which further enhances his expertise in geological hazards, groundwater modeling, and environmental risk management.
Experience
Dr. Cheong has extensive experience in both academic and research institutions. Since 2010, he has served as a Principal Researcher at the Korea Radioactive Waste Agency (KORAD), specializing in radioactive waste management and environmental safety. In addition to his role at KORAD, he has been an active member of ISO’s Expert Committee in Groundwater and Environmental Standards since 2019. His previous role as a Post-Doctoral Researcher at the Institute of Environmental Studies at Pusan National University also contributed significantly to his expertise in environmental research. His leadership in research groups and his involvement in shaping international standards for groundwater-related environmental issues demonstrates his impact in both scientific and policy domains.
Research Focus
Dr. Cheong’s research is primarily focused on groundwater systems, environmental risk assessment, and geological processes. His work explores the behavior of groundwater in relation to natural hazards such as earthquakes and droughts. A significant aspect of his research is the development of advanced hydro-mechanical models to simulate groundwater behavior in varying geological conditions. Dr. Cheong is particularly interested in the environmental implications of underground CO₂ storage, groundwater geochemistry, and the impact of natural events such as earthquakes on groundwater systems. His work has far-reaching applications in environmental engineering, particularly in groundwater management, radioactive waste safety, and natural hazard mitigation.
Publication Top Notes
- Simulation of Groundwater-Level Behavior in Southeast Region of Korea Induced by 2016 Gyeong-Ju Earthquake Using 2D Hydro-Mechanical Coupled Bonded Particle Modeling 📰
- Simulation of Groundwater-Level Behavior in South-East Region of Korea Induced by the 2016 Gyeongju Earthquake Using 2D Hydro-Mechanical Coupled Bonded Particle Modelling 📰
- Determining Groundwater Drought Relative to the Opening of a River Barrage in Korea 💧
- A Natural Analogue Approach for Discriminating Leaks of CO₂ Stored Underground Using Groundwater Geochemistry Statistical Methods, South Korea 🌍
- Hydraulic Parameter Generation Technique Using a Discrete Fracture Network with Bedrock Heterogeneity in Korea 🏞️
- Groundwater Level Changes on Jeju Island Associated with the Kumamoto and Gyeongju Earthquakes 🌏