KSEA Upstate New York Symposium

Welcome to the KSEA Upstate NY Symposium 2025!

We are delighted to welcome you to the Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association (KSEA) Upstate NY Symposium 2025, a milestone event bringing together Korean American scientists, engineers, and professionals from across Upstate New York. This symposium, hosted at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) on April 12, 2025, marks a significant moment for our community, as it is the first KSEA event in this region in over 20 years.

The theme of this year’s symposium, "Building Bridges, Strengthening Community," highlights the importance of collaboration, mentorship, and interdisciplinary innovation. With participants from the University at Buffalo, Syracuse University, RIT, the University of Rochester, Cornell University, and other surrounding institutions, this event is an opportunity to connect, share knowledge, and foster meaningful partnerships that will strengthen our collective presence in STEM fields.

Upstate New York is home to many talented Korean faculty, students, and professionals, yet we have had few opportunities to come together and build a supportive network. Now, more than ever, it is essential to unite, support one another, and create opportunities for mentorship, research collaboration, and career growth. This symposium serves as a platform to start that journey and to lay the foundation for ongoing engagement within our KSEA community.

We are thrilled to extend my full support to this event and encourage each of you to actively participate, engage in discussions, and build lasting connections. Whether you are a faculty member, student, industry professional, or entrepreneur, this symposium is an opportunity to expand your network and explore new collaborations that will drive our community forward.

Thank you for joining us, and I look forward to seeing the connections and opportunities that emerge from this gathering. Let’s work together to empower, inspire, and shape the future of our community!

Above photo:  KSEA Midwest Regional Conference (Chicago, IL) 2024.  

Who Should Attend? 

The Upstate NY Symposium is open to professionals, researchers, and students across various STEM and interdisciplinary fields who seek to exchange ideas, collaborate, and engage with leading experts. Attendees may include, NOT limited to:

• Undergraduate and Graduate Students

• Postdoctoral Researchers

• Faculty and Researchers

• Industry Professionals and Entrepreneurs

• Government and Policy Experts

This symposium welcomes participants from all technical disciplines covered by KSEA’s Technical Groups, including:

A. Science & Mathematics

• A-1: Physics – Theoretical and applied physics, quantum mechanics, and material science.

• A-2: Chemistry & Chemical Engineering – Organic, inorganic, analytical chemistry, and chemical process engineering.

• A-3: Mathematics & Statistics – Pure and applied mathematics, data analysis, and statistical modeling.

• A-4: Biology – Molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, and biotechnology.

B. Information & Engineering

• B-1: Electrical & Electronic Engineering – Circuits, semiconductors, and telecommunications.

• B-2: Computer Science & Information Technology – AI, cybersecurity, software engineering, and data science.

• B-3: Mechanical Engineering – Robotics, manufacturing, and fluid dynamics.

• B-4: Civil, Environmental & Architectural Engineering – Infrastructure, environmental sustainability, and urban planning.

• B-5: Material Science & Engineering – Nanotechnology, polymer science, and biomaterials.

• B-6: Energy, Mineral & Resources Engineering – Renewable energy, petroleum engineering, and sustainability.

• B-7: Aerospace & Marine Engineering – Aerodynamics, spacecraft engineering, and naval architecture.

C. Life Science & Medical Science

• C-1: Biomedical Engineering – Medical devices, bioinformatics, and regenerative medicine.

• C-2: Medicine & Health Science – Clinical research, public health, and pharmaceuticals.

• C-3: Agricultural & Food Science – Crop science, food technology, and nutrition.

D. Social Sciences & Humanities

• D-1: Social Sciences – Anthropology, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, and Public Policy.

• D-2: Humanities – Philosophy, History, Literature, Linguistics, and the Arts.

For a full list of KSEA Technical Groups, visit: KSEA Technical Groups

Join us to expand your network, enhance your knowledge, and contribute to the advancement of science and technology.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, please contact us at tomohmail@gmail.com