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Meet the new PHD - Jun Bum Kwon

Jun Bum Kwon is the new PHD student funded by HARMONY. We have met Jun Bum to a talk about his initial experiences in Denmark and expectations

Last modified: 06.01.2014

1. Introduce yourself

I come from Seoul, Korea. I finished my BSc and MSc in Seoul National University of Technology, Seoul, Korea. My major was mainly power electronics design and control. I did a research about the grid-connected inverter.

From 2011.1 to 2013.11, I worked in LS Industrial Systems(LG Industrial Systems) as a research engineer. In this company, I was involved in the development project of HVDC to design and test a Thyristor Valve.

and now, I am a PhD student of Aalborg University and involved in the Harmonic Project.

2. For how long have you been in Denmark?

This is first time in Denmark. and I hope to visit various place in Denmark.

3. What is your first expressions of Denmark and how do you perceive the Danes?

I was so impressed that most of Danish people can speak English very well and it looks like they do not hesitate to help someone who are in the difficult situation. I think they are very kind and opened people.

I have heard from another student that summer season in Denmark is best place to live due to a long-day, temperature and any other circumstances. I hope to meet Summer Season ASAP.

4. How did you hear about Harmony?

I heard from my Professor.

5. Why did you choose to apply – why do you think Harmony was interesting?

There are many research areas in Power Electronics. but the reason why I choose this Harmony Project is that it would be a actual problem among the power electronics devices in the future. There are still many uncertain things that should be considered in the product. That is why that we should study it more and make a solutions - it will be a challenge.

6. What are you expecting of Harmony at a personal as well as a professional level?

Usually, I prefer a research focusing on the real world. By researching in Harmony Project, I expect to develop a technology which can be used in real industrial systems.

7. Is Aalborg University different compared to where you have worked previously? If yes – how?

Yes. I think studying in Aalborg is a good opportunity to enhance my researching skills and scope. The reason is that there are many chances to collaborate with Industrial Engineer compared to Korea and I believe it can make a great synergy from the project team collaborating with with team members and advisors.