The Asian Scientist 100
Kim Myungshik
Professor
Institution
Korea Institute for Advanced Study
Country
South Korea
Field
Physics
World-renowned in the field of quantum optics, Kim’s theoretical work could one day lead to the development of a quantum computer. He received the Ho-Am Prize in 2016.
(Photo: Ho-Am Foundation)
AWARDS
- 2016 Ho-Am Prize
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