Kimtong Peng
BA Mech at Sungkyunkwan University currently leading AI research and development at NeWwave. Based in Seoul and building cross-border innovation for sustainable technology.
About Me
Driven by emerging technology, global collaboration, and climate action. I create research-led AI solutions while keeping a strong foundation in mechanical engineering and cross-cultural leadership.
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Core strengths
Languages
- Central Khmer — Native or bilingual proficiency
- English — Full professional proficiency
- Korean — Limited working proficiency
AI Research & Development Lead — NeWwave
Jan 2024 — Present · Remote (Phnom Penh, Cambodia)Leading research initiatives and product development in AI, driving technical strategy across distributed teams while blending mechanical engineering expertise with emerging software systems.
Sungkyunkwan University
Bachelor of Engineering — Mechanical Engineering
Graduated Mar 2023Daegu University
Korean language program — Korean Language and Literature
Feb 2022 — Feb 2023Beltei International School
High School Diploma — General Studies
2009 — 2021Grand Prize Winner
2nd Asia Youth Future Forum — climate strategy and industrial transition proposals.
Scholarships & recognition
GKS-U 2022 Scholarship Recipient with full funding for study in Korea.
Global competition finalist
Semi finalist in Climate Science Olympiad and quarter finalist in public speaking contests.
Vice President
Jul 2024 — PresentLeading the Cambodian Student Association in Korea with a focus on education, cultural exchange, and student support.
Secretary
Jul 2023 — Jul 2024Supported outreach and community events to strengthen Cambodian student engagement in Korea and promote social services.
Connect with me
Interested in AI research partnerships, engineering innovation, or student leadership projects.
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kimtong-peng