Kim Heyjin

Kim Heyjin serves as a Researcher in the Department of Economic History at Lund University, bringing extensive transnational experience from academia, government advisory roles, and the private sector. Her work bridges scholarly research with real-world policy applications across Asia and Europe.

Her research centers on:

• International science collaboration and geopolitical challenges
• Economic dimensions of international education
• Ethnic business networks in Korean diaspora communities
• Transnational policy dynamics in Asia

She integrates fieldwork from China, South Korea, and Singapore with comparative analysis of global education systems.

Recent publications reveal a critical examination of how national security concerns reshape international research partnerships, particularly in East Asia. Her work connects technological developments like AI with regional educational frameworks while extending into creative writing through her North Korea-themed novel based on field research.

Kim Heyjin received significant recognition for her contributions:

• Outstanding Woman Researcher in Transnationalism (2022)

She actively mentors graduate students while leading major international projects:

• Future-Proofing the University: Lessons from Singapore and Sweden (2025, active)
• International science and geopolitics (2022-2025, active)
• A Baseline Study of the Palm Oil Industry in Singapore (2016, completed)

Her collaborative network spans Lund University, National University of Singapore, Swedish innovation agencies, and global policy forums, with frequent engagement in government roundtables and international media commentary.