Hyunkyung Shin is a bassist, composer, and music technology researcher. With a deep understanding of the power of sound, she explores how sound impacts human experiences to improve daily life and shape how people understand the world through sound in extended reality. She believes that multidisciplinary research in spatial audio, grounded in a deep understanding of humanity, can advance flexible audio systems that enhance both functional and aesthetic sound experiences. By evolving sound interactions, she aims to transform how people connect with and perceive the world.