Jin-Kuk Kim

Professor Jin-Kuk Kim's research lab specializes in sustainable water management and industrial water integration, focusing on innovative design strategies for reducing freshwater consumption in industrial processes. The lab develops advanced water reuse and recycling systems, particularly integrating wastewater streams into cooling water systems to minimize makeup water demand. Key research directions include process integration, water network optimization, and the technical and economic feasibility of using treated or untreated wastewater as cooling water makeup. The lab also investigates the operational challenges of cooling towers when exposed to recycled water, aiming to enhance system stability and efficiency.