Nakho Sung wins the 2008 Korean Presidential Science and Technology Award

Dr. Nak-Ho Sung, Professor and Chair of the Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering at Tufts, is one of three recipients of the 2008 National Medal of Honor, "Chang-Jo Jang," the highest honor bestowed to scientists and engineers by the Korean Government.

Professor Sung was recognized for his scholarly achievements in the area of Polymers and Interface Science and Engineering, contributions he has made to the modernization of Korean Industry through a leadership role in technology transfer and development, and the enhancement of the stature of Korean scientists and engineers through education and the promotion of U.S.-Korea cooperation in science and technology.

Professor Sung has been a technical advisor to many South Korean companies and research Institutions over the 30 years; providing guidance on the development of R & D operations, conducting educational and research seminars/workshops to technical staff, and acting as a leader in developing technologies and new businesses. He also has played a pivotal role in science and technology collaborations between the U.S. and Korea. In 2001-2002, he served as the President of Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association (KSEA), a national non-profit organization of over 6,000 members, located near Washington D.C. During 2005-2006, Professor Sung was the President of Korean-American University Professors Association of North America (KAUPA), a national non-profit organization of over 2,000 members.

Award and Metal

Nakho Sung with his two former Tufts Ph.D. students (Prof. Yongsoo Kang and his wife, Dr. Hyung Joon Paik)