Best Researcher Award
Daehee Jang —Department of Architectural Engineering, Chungnam National University, South Korea
| Daehee Jang |
| Affiliation |
Chungnam National University |
| Country |
South Korea |
| Scopus ID |
59008285100 |
| Documents |
11 |
| Citations |
6 |
| h-index |
1 |
| Subject Area |
Architecture Engineering |
| Event |
International Phenomenological Research Awards |
| ORCID |
0009-0001-8515-8987 |
Daehee Jang is a Ph.D. candidate in Architectural Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering at Chungnam National University, South Korea. His research focuses on steel structures, modular building systems, steel plate shear walls, seismic engineering, nonlinear finite element analysis, and performance-based seismic design. His academic and professional activities combine structural engineering research, university-level teaching, and practical structural engineering experience.
His doctoral research addresses the structural performance of inserted steel plate shear wall core systems for steel modular structures, reflecting an interest in improving the seismic response and structural efficiency of modular construction. His publication record includes research on embedded steel plate-concrete shear wall systems, modular steel beam-column connections, timber beam-to-column connections, and finite element analysis of modular structural connections.[1][2]
Abstract
Daehee Jang is an emerging structural engineering researcher whose work is centered on the development and evaluation of steel and modular structural systems. As a Ph.D. candidate in Architectural Engineering at Chungnam National University, his doctoral research investigates the structural performance of inserted steel plate shear wall core systems for steel modular structures. His broader research interests include steel plate shear walls, seismic engineering, structural connections, nonlinear finite element analysis using ABAQUS, tension strip modeling, and performance-based seismic design. His academic profile is complemented by teaching appointments at several Korean universities and approximately three years of professional experience as a structural engineer.
Daehee Jang’s publication portfolio covers analytical, numerical, and experimental aspects of structural systems, including embedded steel plate-concrete shear walls and modular steel beam-column connections. His Scopus profile records 11 documents, 6 citations, and an h-index of 1, providing an identifiable bibliometric record for evaluation. [1][2]
Keywords
Structural engineering; architectural engineering; steel structures; modular building systems; steel plate shear walls; SPSWs; seismic engineering; nonlinear finite element analysis; ABAQUS; performance-based seismic design; structural connections; modular steel structures; seismic performance; steel beam-column connections.
Introduction
Modern modular construction requires structural systems capable of combining manufacturing efficiency with adequate strength, stiffness, ductility, and seismic resilience. Steel modular systems and steel plate shear wall technologies therefore represent important areas of structural engineering research. Jang’s academic work is situated within this context, with particular attention to structural behavior, connection performance, and analytical evaluation of innovative steel systems.
His doctoral studies at Chungnam National University focus on the structural performance of inserted steel plate shear wall core systems for steel modular structures. This research direction connects modular construction with established seismic-resisting structural technologies and emphasizes the assessment of structural response under demanding loading conditions.
Research Profile
Jang’s research profile encompasses several interconnected areas of structural engineering. His principal interests include:
- Steel structures and structural steel design.
- Modular building systems and modular steel structures.
- Steel plate shear walls and seismic-resisting systems.
- Seismic engineering and performance-based seismic design.
- Nonlinear finite element analysis using ABAQUS.
- Tension strip modeling and numerical evaluation of shear wall behavior.
- Beam-column and modular structural connections.
His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Architectural Engineering from Chungnam National University, followed by doctoral study in Architectural Engineering with a Structural Engineering specialization. His Ph.D. research is expected to be completed in February 2027.
In addition to research, Jang has served as a lecturer at Hannam University, Chungnam National University, Daejeon University, and Kyung Hee Cyber University. His teaching responsibilities have included steel structures, steel structure design, engineering mathematics, structural mechanics, and reinforced concrete and steel structures.[1][2]
Research Contributions
Daehee Jang’s research contributions are primarily associated with the analysis and evaluation of structural systems intended to improve the performance of steel and modular buildings. His work on embedded steel plate-concrete shear wall systems examines analytical characteristics relevant to the behavior of hybrid structural wall systems. [3]
His research on modular steel beam-column connections addresses seismic behavior and connection configurations incorporating H-shaped brackets. Such research is relevant to the structural continuity and seismic performance of modular steel construction, where connection behavior is a significant component of overall structural response. [4]
Additional research examines failure modes and stiffness evaluation of timber beam-to-column connections through case studies, broadening the scope of his structural connection research beyond steel-only systems. [5]
His research experience also includes nonlinear finite element modeling using ABAQUS, tension strip modeling, seismic performance evaluation, innovative modular core systems, and beam-column connection behavior. These methods provide a computational and analytical foundation for evaluating structural response under nonlinear loading conditions.
Publications
Daehee Jang’s publications examine embedded steel plate-concrete shear walls, modular steel beam-column connections, and structural connection behavior, combining finite element analysis with seismic performance evaluation. His 2025 ESPC study identifies key effects of plate thickness, stud spacing, and aspect ratio. [3] [4][5]
The supplied publication record indicates four SCI journal papers, two Scopus-indexed papers, and one KCI journal paper. The following selected publications illustrate the principal themes of Jang’s research:
- Jang, D., & Lee, K. (2025). Analytical study of embedded steel plate-concrete (ESPC) shear wall system. Steel and Composite Structures, 56(3), 247–?. [3]
- Jang, D., Kim, Y., Kim, E., & Lee, K. (2025). Seismic behavior of modular steel beam-column connection with H-shaped bracket. Journal of Constructional Steel Research, 109774. [4]
- Jang, D., Kim, Y., Oh, K., Shin, D.-H., Park, K.-S., & Lee, K. (2025). Failure modes and stiffness evaluation of timber beam-to-column connections using case studies. Journal of the Architectural Institute of Korea, 41(5), 251–?. [5]
- Jang, D., & Lee, K. (2024). Finite element analysis of beam-to-column connection in modular system considering panel zone strength and bracket shape.
Research Impact
Daehee Jang’s research addresses structural challenges associated with modular construction and seismic-resistant structural systems. The combination of modular steel construction, steel plate shear walls, structural connections, and nonlinear numerical analysis provides a coherent research direction focused on understanding and improving structural performance.
His Scopus record currently contains 11 documents, 6 citations, and an h-index of 1. [1] These metrics represent an early-stage research profile and should be interpreted in the context of his ongoing doctoral education and developing publication record. His publication activity in SCI, Scopus-indexed, and KCI journals demonstrates continuing engagement with scholarly structural engineering research.
The relevance of his work is further supported by research addressing modular connection seismic behavior and analytical evaluation of steel plate-concrete shear wall systems. [3] [4]
Award Suitability
For consideration for the Best Researcher Award, Daehee Jang presents a developing academic profile characterized by a focused specialization in structural and architectural engineering. His doctoral research addresses a technically relevant problem in modular steel construction, while his publication record demonstrates engagement with structural wall systems, modular connections, and numerical structural analysis.
Key factors supporting his suitability include:
- A clearly defined research specialization in steel and modular structural systems.
- Doctoral research focused on inserted steel plate shear wall core systems for steel modular structures.
- Research experience involving nonlinear finite element analysis and seismic performance evaluation.
- Peer-reviewed publication activity across SCI, Scopus-indexed, and KCI outlets.
- Academic teaching experience across structural engineering and related engineering subjects.
- Professional structural engineering experience complementing his academic research.
Taken together, these elements indicate an emerging researcher with a specialized research agenda and a combination of academic, computational, teaching, and professional structural engineering experience. The award assessment should consider the full body of submitted evidence, including publications, research originality, methodological contributions, and demonstrated influence within the field.[1][2]
Conclusion
Daehee Jang is an emerging structural engineering researcher affiliated with Chungnam National University whose work concentrates on steel structures, modular construction, steel plate shear walls, structural connections, and seismic performance. His doctoral research on inserted steel plate shear wall core systems for steel modular structures represents a focused contribution to the study of resilient modular structural systems.
His combination of research publications, finite element analysis expertise, academic teaching, and professional structural engineering experience provides a multidisciplinary foundation for continued development as a structural engineering researcher. His current Scopus record and publication portfolio indicate an early but active research trajectory, with potential for further contributions as his doctoral research and subsequent scholarly work progress.[1]
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References
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Daehee Jang, Author ID 59008285100. Scopus. https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=59008285100
- ORCID. (n.d.). Daehee Jang, ORCID 0009-0001-8515-8987. ORCID. https://orcid.org/0009-0001-8515-8987
- Jang, D., & Lee, K. (2025). Analytical study of embedded steel plate-concrete (ESPC) shear wall system. Steel and Composite Structures, 56(3), 247–?. DOI: https://doi.org/10.12989/SCS.2025.56.3.247
- Jang, D., Kim, Y., Kim, E., & Lee, K. (2025). Seismic behavior of modular steel beam-column connection with H-shaped bracket. Journal of Constructional Steel Research, 109774. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcsr.2025.109774
- Jang, D., Kim, Y., Oh, K., Shin, D.-H., Park, K.-S., & Lee, K. (2025). Failure modes and stiffness evaluation of timber beam-to-column connections using case studies. Journal of the Architectural Institute of Korea, 41(5), 251–?. DOI: https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2025.41.5.251
- Related publication: Jang, D., & Lee, K. (2024). Finite element analysis of beam-to-column connection in modular system considering panel zone strength and bracket shape.