Paul TADZONG MOUAFO | Coastal Management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr.Paul TADZONG MOUAFO | Coastal Management | Best Researcher Award

Research Assistant | University of Dscjang, Cameroon | Cameroon

Dr. Tadzong Mouafo Paul is an accomplished economist and a dedicated educator, specializing in public economics and human resources. Born on August 27, 1991, in Mbouda, Cameroon, he currently resides in Dschang, Cameroon, where he serves as a lecturer and researcher at the University of Dschang. With a robust academic background and numerous contributions to the field of economics, Dr. Paul is a prominent figure in his domain.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Paul has an impressive educational background from the University of Dschang (UDS):

  • 2017-2021: Doctorate/Ph.D. in Public Economics and Human Resources, with the distinction “Très Honorable.”
  • 2015-2016: Master’s in Public Economics and Human Resources, with the distinction “Assez Bien.”
  • 2014-2015: Maîtrise in Public Economics and Human Resources, with the distinction “Assez Bien.”
  • 2010-2014: Bachelor’s in Public Economics and Human Resources, with the distinction “Assez Bien.”

Experience 🧑‍🏫

Dr. Paul has extensive teaching experience at the University of Dschang and the Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship (IME):

  • Since 2018: Teaching various undergraduate courses including Microeconomics, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Analysis, and Monetary Analysis.
  • Since 2021: Teaching HND courses in Operational Research, Business Economics, General Economics, and General Mathematics at IME.

Research Interest 🔍

Dr. Paul’s research interests lie in public economics, human resources, and the socio-economic impacts of policies on communities. His work focuses on areas such as the indirect effects of taxation, consumer behavior in response to government policies, and the broader economic implications of infrastructure development.

Awards 🏆

Dr. Paul has received numerous accolades for his academic and research contributions, including commendations for his doctoral and master’s theses. His work has been recognized by both national and international academic communities.

Publications 📚

Dr. Paul has published several articles and working papers in renowned journals:

  • 2019: “Anglophone crisis in Cameroon: Can indirect tax play a crucial role?” in Turkish Economic Review (co-authored with Tchoffo, N. R., and Zeufack, K. G.) Link.
  • 2021: “Does tobacco make consumers happy? Evidence from Cameroon” in Journal of Happiness Studies (co-authored with Roger T. N., Nkengfack H., and Mboutchouang K. A.).
  • 2024: “Can transport infrastructure help mitigate the inward–immiserizing growth in Cameroon? An externality approach in CGE analysis” (co-authored with Tchoffo, N. R., Matsop D. C., and Tchio S. S.).

Taeksang Kim | Coastal Management | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Taeksang Kim | Coastal Management | Best Researcher Award

PhD Candidate | University of Michigan | United States

Taeksang Kim received his bachelor’s degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Seoul National University in 2015 and his master’s in the same field from the same university in 2017. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Michigan. Taeksang has professional experience as a site engineer at Daewoo E&C, contributing to significant projects like the Al-Faw breakwater in Iraq. His research focuses on hydraulic and coastal engineering, particularly safety design to prevent damage from natural events. He has published peer-reviewed papers, presented at international conferences, and received several scholarships and fellowships.

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Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Michigan, Ongoing.
    • Dual degree in Scientific Computing.
    • Advisor: Jeremy Bricker.
    • GPA: 3.90 / 4.00.
  • M.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Seoul National University, Feb 2017.
    • Thesis: “Determination of the Optimal Width of a Breakwater Caisson by Reliability-Based Design Optimization.”
    • Advisor: Kyung-Duck Suh.
    • GPA: 4.13 / 4.30.
  • B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Seoul National University, Feb 2015.
    • Graduated Cum Laude.
    • GPA: 3.72 / 4.30.

Experience 💼

Ph.D. Candidate, University of Michigan (2021-Present).

Research Assistant, Engineering Research Institute, Seoul National University (2019-2020).

Site Engineer, Daewoo E&C (2017-2018).

Research Interests 🔬

Taeksang Kim’s research interests lie in hydraulic and coastal engineering, focusing on nappe flow, scour depth estimation, dam-break waves, and computational fluid dynamics. His work aims to enhance safety designs to mitigate damage from natural events.

Awards 🏆

Ph.D. Scholarship, Fellowship awarded by the University of Michigan, Winter 2021.

Master’s Scholarship, Research Assistant Scholarship awarded by BrainKorea21 PLUS, 2016.

National Need-Based Scholarship, awarded by Seoul National University, Fall 2015.

National Scholarship for Science and Engineering, awarded by Korea Student Aid Foundation, 2013-2014.

Superior Academic Performance Award, awarded by Seoul National University, 2009.

Publications📚

Journal Articles:

Kim, T., Malherbe, J. N., Shimpalee, S., & Bricker, J. D. (2024). Sub-Nappe Air Cavity Pressure and Cavity Water Depth during Caisson Breakwater Overtopping by a Tsunami. Journal of Marine Science and Engineering, 12(7), 1135. https://doi.org/10.3390/jmse12071135

Zou, P., Kim, T., Bricker, J. D., & Uijttewaal, W. S. (2023). Assessment of Interfacial Turbulence Treatment Models for Free Surface Flows. Journal of Hydraulic Research, 61(5), 651-667. https://doi.org/10.1080/00221686.2023.2246925

Conference Papers:

Kim, T., Malherbe, J., Shimpalee, S., & Bricker, J. (2022). SUB-NAPPE AIR CAVITY PRESSURE DURING OVERFLOW OF A VERTICAL STRUCTURE. Coastal Engineering Proceedings, (37), 4-4. https://doi.org/10.9753/icce.v37.papers.4

Jayaratne, R., Balasubramaniam, N., Kim, T., & Bricker, J. (2022). FAILURE OF SEAWALLS DUE TO TSUNAMI-INDUCED SCOUR. Coastal Engineering Proceedings, (37), 72-72. https://doi.org/10.9753/icce.v37.structures.72

Dissertation:

Kim, T. S. (2017). Determination of Optimal Width of Breakwater Caisson by Reliability-Based Design Optimization. Seoul National University Graduate School, Seoul. Link