Jin Young Song, AIA, is an Associate Professor at the UB Architecture Department, an RA in New York State, the founder of DIOINNO Architecture, and Alligood Song Architecture. His research expertise lies in architectural design, with a focus on socio-cultural performance and sustainable building envelopes. He holds a Master’s degree in Architecture from Harvard University (Thesis title: Slanted Memorial) and has experience at firms such as SOM, OMA, and Sauerbruch Hutton. Song has received several awards, including the Forge Prize, iF Awards, Architizer A+ Awards, AZ Award of Merit, AIA New York State Design Award, and NYSCA Independent Project Grant.