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Public Health Specialist and Socialist, Professor Kim Seung-Sup

Special Project [Korean Scholars ⑦] Public Health Specialist and Socialist,Professor Kim Seung-Sup Records of the Fierce Days Taking Care of Those in the Shadows 2022.07.04 The entire world had been engulfed in horror due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a virus unprecedentedly strong and infectious. Now its spread has slowed down, but it has indeed been a powerful turning point for the world to the extent that its end is called ‘post-COVID.’ As we lived through the painful times, we were faced with serious concerns about public health and social consensus where we live together with the marginalized in society. And there is professor and socialist Kim Seung-Sup, who has been ceaselessly fighting on the side of the weak like a beacon in the dark, seeking the best way while accepting diversity. Following is an interview with professor Kim, who has been making meaningful actions, sending messages to society as a socialist and public health special...

VOL.48 / 2022.07

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On the 100th Anniversary of Children’s Day, How Did the Korean Publishing Industry Spend the Day?

Topic On the 100th Anniversary of Children’s Day,How Did the Korean Publishing Industry Spend the Day? 2022.06.07 Many say, “The greater discovery than finding a new continent or inventing electricity is coining the concept, children.” Before the concept was recognized, children were merely toys for their parents or tools to use as a means. The discovery of the concept of children is the biggest for Chosun as it did not know the existence of young people. - Bang Jeong-Hwan, A historical study of the Joseon juvenile movement, The Chosun Ilbo, 1929/1/4. The year 2022 is the 100th anniversary of Children’s Day in Korea. The Children’s Day Declaration, announced by Bang Jeong-Hwan in 1922, is recognized as the world’s first children’s human rights declaration announced even before the Geneva Declaration of the Rights of the Child (the Geneva Declaration) in 1924, which was adopted by the League of Nation...

VOL.47 / 2022.06

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A Korean Literary Translator’s Pick

One-Liner Quotes A Korean Literary Translator’s Pick 2022.06.07 When was the last time you read a book about environmental issues that wasn’t written by an American or a European? Calling South Korea a part of the Global South or the Global Majority would be a bit of a stretch at this point in history, but we still have a unique perspective to contribute to world environmental discourse as the first country in modern history to transition into an international donor nation. There are still millions of Koreans who remember what it was like to starve and have to prioritize economic growth over environmental sustainability. South Korea will always have something interesting to say in any economic growth discourse, and this book, a science bestseller in a nation full of scientists, is our latest hope for a consensus that will save the planet.The Earth Is Fine: It’s the Humans Who’re Doomed (Across Books) is by...

VOL.47 / 2022.06

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Brain Engineer Jeong Jae-Seung Seeks Innovative Disciplinary Convergence

Special Project [Korean Scholars ⑤] Brain Engineer Jeong Jae-Seung Seeks Innovative Disciplinary Convergence The rise of an ingenious scientist, who contributed to promoting a science-friendly environment through constant interaction with the public 2022.05.02 A world increasingly driven by Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) has arrived much earlier than expected. A.I., something usually depicted in science fiction movies and novels, has begun to take shape in many parts of our lives. In step with the trend, more researchers are studying the human brain and approaches to mutual prosperity with A.I. Amid such shift is a man facilitating the transition. He is Jeong Jae-Seung, a brain engineer, who has been explaining scientific concepts in a plain, but intriguing way to the public through many TV shows and books, helping people overcome their fear of science and build a wealth of knowledge. The ingenious engineer applies his large store of knowledge to various a...

VOL.46 / 2022.05

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Mi Hyun Kim

Korean Translator Mi Hyun Kim 2022.06.07 Mi Hyun Kim is a seasoned interpreter/translator with ten years of experience, specializing in literature, children’s books, military, and history.After graduating from Ewha Girls’ Foreign High School as a French major, she earned her B.A. in both English Language and Literature and Chinese Language and Literature from Korea University and her M.A. in Korean-English interpretation from Ewha Womans University Graduate School of Translation and Interpretation.She started as a Language Specialist at the United Nations Command Military Armistice Commission, headquartered in South Korea, and was later promoted to the Deputy of the Language Section. After six years, she moved on to the managerial position for the NAVER V LIVE project, in full charge of all subtitle translations—both real-time and pre-recorded—for live streaming videos of K-pop and K-drama stars such as BTS.For ten y...

VOL.47 / 2022.06

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Goyang Aram Nuri Library

Book Trip [Beautiful Library in Korea ④] Goyang Aram Nuri Library Intellectual and Artistic Inspiration Created in a Pile of Books 2022.05.02 Ilsan-gu, Goyang-si, one of the 1st generation of New Towns in the Seoul Metropolitan Area, was conceived and developed as a planned city and has constantly improved over time. In particular, Ilsan Lake Park is considered an important element of most Ilsan residents' everyday lives. They frequent the park for various exhibitions and events, and for picnics and strolls. In addition, Ilsan boasts a convenient and rich residential infrastructure, exhibiting diverse cultural aspects. Ilsan is also home to artists from different fields, including writers, and is packed with libraries and spaces for promoting culture and art. Of special note, libraries that feature unique local characteristics can be found easily across the district. Hence, the residents, wherever they live, can find one without trouble to read books and e...

VOL.46 / 2022.05

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A Retirement-encouraging Society in the Era of a 100-year Life Expectancy

Topic A Retirement-encouraging Societyin the Era of a 100-year Life Expectancy 2022.04.04 While working at a large corporation, person ‘A’ started investing in real estate in 2014. Through ‘gap investment (a type of investment in Korea where the house owner leverages the money provided by lump-sum housing lease to purchase a house with a small amount of capital),’ ‘A’ started buying houses near the metropolitan area. After six years, by 2020, his asset amounted to 2.5 billion won. He could not imagine his wealth to grow to such an extent.Based on his experience, ‘A’ opened a podcast channel on real estate investment and saw a rapid increase in subscribers. After listening to ‘A’’s podcast, a publishing company representative contacted ‘A,’ asking if he would like to publish a book about his experiences. ‘A’ decides to write a book and concludes a contract with the publisher. The next day, ‘A’ handed his resignation letter to the ...

VOL.45 / 2022.04

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#Science - Children’s Books

#K-Book #Science - Children’s Books KPIPA Introduces K-Books for Global Publishing Markets through K-Book Platform 2022.05.02 Is my mind because of the brain? 1. Publication Details Title | Is my mind because of the brain?Subtitle | Secret of our mind that brain science tells!Author | Park SolPublisher | DARAKWON, INC.Publication Date | 2020-11-30ISBN | 9788927747598No. of pages | 144Dimensions | 170 * 235 2. Copyright Contact Name | Dongho LeeEmail | dongho1967@gmail.comPhone | +82-70-4712-7440 3. Book Intro Secret of our mind that brain science tells!We can understand other people when we learn mind science.How many emotions do we feel in one day? Including jealousy, anger, fear, joy, sadness, various emotions continually appear and disappear again. There are so many emotions that we cannot count one by one. Due to our fickle emotions that change frequently, my mind is...

VOL.46 / 2022.05

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Gangseo Miracle Library, Busan

Book Trip [Beautiful Library in Korea ③] Gangseo Miracle Library, Busan A Memoir of Happy Days When Books, Nature, and People Harmonized 2022.04.04 The biggest port city of Korea, Busan, which embraces the blue sea, is known to be the best vacation spot for people. Busan is filled with attractions like wide-open sea, time-engraved historical sites, and impressive places you can discover like you find hidden objects from a picture. Those places give you a sense of relief from daily lives and room to rest and recharge. To pick the best way to enjoy peace during a vacation is to read books as if there is nothing one has to do. Is that why Busan has many public libraries and boasts a high usage rate? Out of numerous libraries, Gangseo Miracle Library, which was built as part of the Miracle Library project (Children's library construction project that has been promoted in various regions across the country), recorded the highest utilization rate am...

VOL.45 / 2022.04

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The Warmth of Science and Life by Professor Choi Jae-Cheon

Special Project [Korean Scholars ③] The Warmth of Science and Life byProfessor Choi Jae-Cheon Touching ecosystem of human sustenance, reasoning, and coexistence 2022.03.07 From the time the world was built till now, the life forms on Earth have coexisted with human beings. Animals and diverse creatures have breathed the same air as humans and created an ecosystem on the Earth. Many scientists have studied society and its patterns formed by natural beings. In many cases, the traits and features of the natural ecosystem became inspirations to people. Professor Choi Jae-Cheon is one of the few Korean researchers who is active internationally in this field of work. He is recognized in Korea and the world for his studies on diverse types of animals and quality columns published in renowned media outlets. He even worked as an Editor-in-chief for the Encyclopedia of Animal Behavior published in 2019, an animal encyclopedia composed of 4 books and ...

VOL.44 / 2022.03

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