Min-Hyung Choi

Min-Hyung Choi is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Colorado Denver, serving as Director of the Computer Graphics and VR Laboratory and Co-Director of the Comcast Media and Technology Center.

His educational background includes:

• M.S. from the University of Iowa (1996)
• Ph.D. from the University of Iowa (1999)

Dr. Choi's research focuses on Computer Graphics, Physically-based Modeling and Simulation, Scientific Visualization, and Human-Computer Interaction in Virtual Reality, with significant applications in medical technology development. His work bridges computational methods and real-world healthcare solutions through VR/AR systems.

His contributions have been recognized with:

• NSF CAREER Award (2003)
• CU Denver campus award for Excellence in Research and Creative Activities (2006)

Research funding has been secured from the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, Silicon Graphics, Alzheimer's Association, CASI, Laser Tech, and Microsoft. Dr. Choi serves on NSF and NIH grant review panels and holds leadership roles in professional societies as conference chair and journal editorial board member.

He directs the Computer Graphics and VR Laboratory—specializing in physical simulation, 4D scanning/printing, and medical VR applications—and co-leads the Comcast Media and Technology Center advancing media innovation.