About Seoin Sohn

I am an ambitious high school student with a strong foundation in STEM and a deep passion for advancing biomedical, chemical, and environmental engineering. I am also a musician specializing in the Korean traditional drum (janggu) and an advocate for educational equality, committed to creating meaningful impact.

Education

2023 - 2025

Korean Minjok Leadership Academy

Student of Korean Minjok Leadership Academy, one of South Korea’s most prestigious institutions. Drawing on a diverse background in innovative reaserch, leadership, and community service, I am committed to creating impactful solutions that bring meaningful change to people’s lives.

Employment History

January 2025

KCC Corporation

Student intern at KCC Corporation, the nation’s largest coatings and materials manufacturer and a recognized leader in advanced chemical solutions worldwide. Worked on developing eco-friendly binders from biomass and researching resins for electronic materials.

Fields of interest

  • As the founder of ALCHEMY, KMLA’s first biochemistry club, I not only led research on therapeutic siRNA design for Charcot–Marie–Tooth disease type 1A but also fostered an environment for collaborative study and in-depth exploration of biochemistry.

  • Engaged in microbiology and plant physiology research, while strengthening my theoretical foundation through coursework in cell and molecular biology.

  • Gained a strong foundation in chemistry through AP Chemistry coursework and hands-on experience as a chemistry laboratory manager, responsible for experiment setup, safety oversight, equipment management, and conducting chemical synthesis.

  • Conducted environmental science research using extracts from invasive seaweed species to purify water and promote plant growth.

Awards


GENIUS Olympiad silver medal

2025

Korea science & engineering fair silver medal


2024

Biomedical science experiment competition excellence award


Gangwon state science fair excellence award

2025


2024