Jihyun Lee

Dr. Jihyun Lee is an expert in manufacturing, mechatronics, artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and sensors, and has contributed her expertise to the aerospace, automotive, and oil industries. Her research is directly related to improving manufacturing performance and automation based on robots and sensors. Her research has resulted in two knowledge and technology translations and over thirty journal papers. Dr. Lee serves as the PI for many domestic and international research projects for robotic systems, manufacturing automation, and sensors. Dr. Lee has collaborated with many industry partners in Canada and Korea. Dr. Lee received a B.S. from Yonsei University and an MS.c & Ph.D. from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. After graduation, she worked for 2.5 years as a senior researcher in the department of ultra-precision machines and systems at the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials in Korea, where she contributed to manufacturing and mechatronics. She joined the University of Calgary in 2019 and currently serves as an associate professor with tenure in the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering. She has received an Alexander Humbolt Fellowship for Experienced Researcher.