Mr. Jungsoo Kim, Incheon National University, South Korea
Dr. Jungsoo Kim is a distinguished linguist with extensive expertise in syntax-semantics interface, corpus linguistics, and language acquisition. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Incheon National University, Korea, he has a passion for unraveling the complexities of language through research and education. Dr. Kim earned his Ph.D. in Linguistics from The University of Texas at Austin, where his dissertation explored Korean sluicing and stripping constructions. With over a decade of teaching experience at prestigious institutions worldwide, he has significantly contributed to linguistic research, including the diachronic study of English constructions and experimental perspectives on Korean grammar. A prolific scholar, Dr. Kim has been awarded multiple fellowships and grants, including the Fulbright Fellowship and National Research Foundation of Korea awards. His research is driven by a commitment to advancing the field of linguistics, blending innovative methods and big data analysis to address fundamental questions about language.
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Summary of Suitability for the Research for Best Researcher Award
Dr. Jungsoo Kim demonstrates exceptional qualifications for the Research for Best Researcher Award based on a strong academic foundation, a dynamic research portfolio, and significant contributions to the field of linguistics. His education, culminating in a Ph.D. in Linguistics from the University of Texas at Austin, showcases his specialization in syntax and semantics. His dissertation on sluicing and stripping in Korean reflects his dedication to complex linguistic phenomena, further emphasizing his depth in the subject.
Dr. Kim’s research interests, spanning syntax-semantics interface, corpus linguistics, and language acquisition, indicate a multidisciplinary approach that bridges theoretical and applied linguistics. His role as a principal investigator on multiple funded projects, supported by national and international grants, highlights his ability to secure competitive research funding and contribute to groundbreaking studies in linguistics.
Education
- Ph.D., Linguistics (2011–2017)
The University of Texas at Austin
Dissertation: Sluicing and stripping in Korean: A non-ellipsis, anaphoric analysis.
- M.A., English Linguistics (2008–2010)
Kyung Hee University, Seoul, Korea
Thesis: Grammatical properties of the preposition “of” in binominal constructions.
- B.A., Applied English Linguistics (2001–2008)
Kyung Hee University, Seoul, Korea
Graduated summa cum laude.
Dr. Kim’s academic journey is rooted in a deep exploration of linguistic structures, combining theoretical and practical approaches. His academic focus has continuously evolved from analyzing grammatical phenomena to applying modern techniques like big data in understanding linguistic patterns.
Professional Experience
Dr. Jungsoo Kim has an extensive teaching portfolio spanning institutions like Incheon National University and Kyung Hee University. Currently an Assistant Professor, he has taught courses on English syntax, grammar instruction, and applications of big data in English teaching. His previous roles include Lecturer at Kyungpook National University, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, and North-Eastern Federal University in Russia. From 2013 to 2017, he served as a T.A. at The University of Texas at Austin, teaching Korean and linguistics courses.
Dr. Kim also contributed as an Associate Editor of Linguistic Research at Kyung Hee University, advancing academic discourse in the field. His diverse teaching experiences reflect his commitment to fostering linguistic understanding across cultures and disciplines, blending traditional methodologies with modern analytical tools.
Awards and Recognition
Dr. Jungsoo Kim’s academic excellence is marked by numerous accolades. Highlights include:
- Fulbright Fellowship (2011–2013) for international academic distinction.
- National Research Foundation of Korea Grants (2020–2024) for groundbreaking projects on Korean grammar and English constructions.
- University of Texas Graduate School Fellowship (2016) for outstanding research contributions.
- Graduate Dean’s Prestigious Fellowship (2013) for academic leadership.
- Research Assistant Scholarship (2008–2010) from Kyung Hee University for excellence in linguistic studies.
These awards underscore Dr. Kim’s innovative contributions to linguistics, particularly in syntax, semantics, and data-driven analysis.
Dr. Kim’s research expertise lies in the syntax-semantics interface, corpus linguistics, and experimental linguistics. He employs data-driven methodologies to analyze linguistic structures, with particular focus on English and Korean. His work on construction grammar and language acquisition highlights his ability to blend theoretical frameworks with empirical data.
Dr. Kim is adept in big data applications for linguistic research, employing advanced computational tools to uncover synchronic and diachronic patterns in language use. His studies on Korean gapping and English constructions reflect a keen understanding of cross-linguistic phenomena and their cognitive underpinnings.
Through collaborative projects and independent research, Dr. Kim continues to push the boundaries of linguistic inquiry, contributing to fields such as quantitative linguistics, language pedagogy, and experimental grammar.
Publication Top Notes
- On swiping in English: A direct interpretation approach
Authors: JB Kim, J Kim
Citation Count: 4
Year: 2020
- English floating quantifier constructions: A non-movement approach
Authors: JB Kim, JS Kim
Citation Count: 4
Year: 2009
- Aggressively non-D-linked wh-phrases and ellipsis: A direct interpretation approach
Authors: JB Kim, J Kim, A Abeillé
Citation Count: 3
Year: 2019
- Variations in answering negative polar questions in Korean: An experimental study
Authors: JB Kim, J Kim, Y Nam
Citation Count: 2
Year: 2024
- Aggressively non-D-linked construction and ellipsis: A Direct Interpretation approach
Authors: J Kim, JB Kim
Citation Count: 2
Year: 2023
- A corpus-based analysis of conceptual metaphors with BITE and CHEW in English and Korean
Authors: J Kim
Citation Count: 2
Year: 2022
- Temporal mismatches and the acceptability of tenseless coordinate constructions in Korean
Authors: SH Park, J Kim
Citation Count: 2
Year: 2021
- An experimental investigation of parallelism conditions on right peripheral ellipsis in Korean
Authors: J Kim, SH Park
Citation Count: 2
Year: 2021
- A corpus study of the English negative Stripping construction and its theoretical consequences
Authors: J Kim
Citation Count: 2
Year: 2021
- A Corpus-based Study of the What about and How about Constructions
Authors: J Kim, HY Kim
Citation Count: 2
Year: 2021