On September 1, 2024, Prof. Howard Lee was sworn in as Dean of the Graduate School of Convergence Science and Technology, Seoul National University. In this capacity, Prof. Lee will lead GSCST to transform its strengths to another level. In his inaugural speech, Prof. Lee stressed urgent changes that need to take place to regain the uniqueness of GSCST, which can happen only if the school fully embraces adaptability in a fast-moving environment and challenges. Prof. Lee will serve for two years, which can be repeated one more term.