Kyung Suk Lee | International Security | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Kyung Suk Lee, International Security, Best Researcher Award


Doctorate at Incheon National University, South Korea

Dr. Kyung Suk Lee is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science and International Studies at Incheon National University in Songdo, South Korea. He specializes in international security, nuclear and alliance politics, great power competition, and elite and public opinion on international affairs. Prior to his current role, he was an Assistant Professor at the Institute for National Security and Military Affairs at Daejeon University. Dr. Lee completed his Ph.D. in Political Science at Texas A&M University in 2022. He holds two M.A. degrees in International Relations, from American University (2016) and Yonsei University (2015). Additionally, he earned his B.A. in Theology with distinction from the Presbyterian University and Theological Seminary in South Korea in 2012. Dr. Lee’s extensive education and research contribute to his expertise in analyzing and understanding the complexities of global security and political dynamics.

Profile:

Education:

Ph.D. in Political Science
Texas A&M University, United States, 2022

M.A. in International Relations
American University, United States, 2016

M.A. in International Relations
Yonsei University, South Korea, 2015

B.A. in Theology (with Distinction)
Presbyterian University and Theological Seminary, South Korea, 2012

Professional Experience:

Dr. Kyung Suk Lee has a diverse and distinguished professional background in the field of political science and international studies. Currently, he serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science and International Studies at Incheon National University in Songdo, South Korea, a position he has held since Fall 2023. In this role, Dr. Lee focuses on teaching and research in international security, nuclear and alliance politics, great power competition, and the influence of elite and public opinion on international affairs. Before joining Incheon National University, Dr. Lee was an Assistant Professor at the Institute for National Security and Military Affairs at Daejeon University during the Spring of 2023. His responsibilities included conducting research on national security issues and contributing to the academic development of the institution. Dr. Lee’s academic journey is marked by a strong foundation in international relations, evidenced by his educational achievements and his dedication to exploring the complexities of global security dynamics.

Research Interest:

Dr. Kyung Suk Lee’s research interests lie at the intersection of international security and political dynamics. He focuses on nuclear and alliance politics, exploring how nations navigate and strategize within the complex landscape of nuclear capabilities and defense agreements. His work also delves into great power competition, analyzing the interactions and rivalries between major global powers and their implications for international stability. Additionally, Dr. Lee investigates elite and public opinion on international affairs, examining how perceptions and attitudes shape and are shaped by global political events. Through his research, Dr. Lee aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of the factors influencing international security and policy-making.

Publications:

Title: New approach of South Korea’s middle power diplomacy: Focusing on global agenda setting

  • Journal: Global Politics Review
  • Volume: 2, Issue: 2, Pages: 40-57
  • Year: 2016
  • Cited by: 16

Title: US freedom of navigation operations in South China Sea: An ongoing riddle between the United States and China

  • Journal: The Korean Journal of Defense Analysis
  • Volume: 29, Issue: 3, Pages: 455-473
  • Year: 2017
  • Cited by: 8

Title: Nuclear Weapons and Low-Level Military Conflict

  • Authors: KS Lee, JD Kim, H Jin, M Fuhrmann
  • Journal: International Studies Quarterly
  • Volume: 66, Issue: 4, Article: sqac067
  • Year: 2022
  • Cited by: 7

Title: US Public Support for the US-NATO Alliance

  • Authors: KS Lee, K Goidel
  • Journal: International Journal of Public Opinion Research
  • Volume: 34, Issue: 2, Article: edac011
  • Year: 2022
  • Cited by: 5

Title: The Microfoundations of Nuclear Proliferation: Evidence from South Korea

  • Journal: International Journal of Public Opinion Research
  • Volume: 35, Issue: 4, Article: edad033
  • Year: 2023
  • Cited by: 2