Young Joon Lee

Dr. Young Joon Lee is an Assistant Professor of Artificial Intelligence Engineering and Chief Innovation Officer at Cheju Halla University in Jeju, Korea. He is a multidisciplinary researcher and practitioner passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies to revolutionize fields like finance, economics, healthcare, and education.

His research focuses on developing innovative AI solutions that enhance decision-making processes across various sectors. His recent projects showcase the vast potential of AI:

• Leading the development of an AI Computing Center at Cheju Halla University, equipped with state-of-the-art NVIDIA DGX H100 AI supercomputers.
• Creating an AI-powered virtual physician to enhance healthcare delivery through advanced NLP techniques.
• Pioneering AI technologies for robotic portrait drawing and visual media arts, integrating AI with creative processes.
• Developing sophisticated NLP models for financial industry applications, including ESG analysis and central bank communication evaluation.

As an educator, he is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of AI professionals. He teaches a comprehensive range of AI engineering courses and mentors students in innovative research projects. His commitment to education extends beyond his university, as evidenced by his recent project investigation trip to Uzbekistan to explore opportunities for an AI Capacity Building program.

He is also actively working to integrate AI into various aspects of Jeju’s cultural and economic landscape. As Lead Investigator for the Jeju RIS Office for High-Intelligent Service, he collaborates with local institutions to incorporate AI into curricula and strategize AI deployment in alignment with Jeju’s unique context.

With a deep understanding of both academia and industry, he continues to seek collaborations with researchers, professionals, and organizations who share his vision of driving technological advancement and innovation. He believes that by combining diverse expertise and resources, groundbreaking solutions can be developed to address pressing challenges across multiple fields while creating lasting value for businesses and society.

He welcomes opportunities to connect and discuss potential collaborations in exploring the transformative potential of AI across various sectors. He is confident that through collaborative efforts, we can shape the future of these exciting fields, unlocking new possibilities for growth and innovation.