Dr. Kyoung Soo Lee

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kyoung-Soo Lee is an assistant professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Purdue University, specializing in observational astrophysics. His research focuses on galaxy formation and evolution over cosmic time, with a particular interest in the kinematic structure of distant galaxies and their connection to large-scale cosmic structures. His work has been widely recognized and featured in several media outlets, including Sky & Telescope and Astronomy. Lee's research highlights include the pathways to galaxy formation, the discovery of large, distant galaxy clusters, and the physical origins of diffuse Lyman Alpha emission. He has extensively published in esteemed journals such as the Astrophysical Journal, discussing topics ranging from star formation rates in galaxies to the characterization of clusters at high redshifts. Lee actively participates in teaching, offering graduate and undergraduate courses on subjects such as stellar structure and cosmology, aimed at equipping future scientists and engineers with essential observational techniques and knowledge about the universe.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Teaching and conducting research in observational astrophysics.

Courses

PHYS/ASTR560 PHYS/ASTR370 PHYS/ASTR364 PHYS172

Requirements for Purdue University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
GRE Subject
Prerequisites
Knowledge of general physics Intermediate level mechanics Electricity and magnetism Statistical and thermal physics Quantum mechanics
Application Checklist
  • Completed Application Form
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Specialization Notes

GRE General and Physics Subject tests are optional but encouraged.