ソウル大学、KAIST、延世大学など韓国QSトップ10大学の研究室情報です。
Professor Yujeong Bae's research lab specializes in atomic-scale quantum manipulation and spin-based quantum technologies using low-temperature scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) combined with electron spin resonance (ESR). The lab focuses on engineering and probing individual spin systems—such as single atoms and molecules on surfaces—to achieve coherent control of quantum states, enhance spin coherence through designed magnetic interactions (e.g., clock transitions), and study hyperfine and spin-spin interactions at the single-atom level. Their work bridges quantum physics, surface science, and nanomaterials, with applications in quantum information processing, spintronics, and ultra-sensitive spectroscopy of local electronic and magnetic environments.
Professor Hyung-Jo Jung's research lab specializes in structural health monitoring, vibration control, and sustainable energy harvesting for civil infrastructure. The lab focuses on innovative applications of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for bridge inspection, development of energy harvesting systems using aerodynamic instabilities like wake galloping, and advanced semiactive control strategies using magnetorheological (MR) fluid dampers to protect buildings and bridges from seismic and wind hazards. The lab integrates experimental testing, computational modeling, and real-world implementation to enhance the resilience and longevity of civil structures.
Professor Kyoung G. Lee's research lab specializes in the development of advanced functional materials and printed electrochemical sensors for biomedical and environmental applications. The lab focuses on designing nanomaterial-based electrodes, conductive inks, and microfluidic devices using scalable fabrication techniques such as screen printing and electrodeposition. Key research directions include the creation of flexible, high-performance sensors for real-time monitoring of physiological ions (e.g., Na⁺, H₂O₂, pH), antibacterial surfaces for implantable medical devices, and hybrid nanocomposites for enhanced electrochemical performance. The integration of nanomaterials like polyaniline, graphene, and silica-coated carbon nanotubes enables the development of sensitive, durable, and low-cost sensing platforms.
Professor Dong Yoon Park's research lab specializes in indoor environmental quality, focusing on the numerical and experimental analysis of air distribution systems to enhance thermal comfort and indoor air quality. The lab investigates the dispersion of airborne contaminants such as expiratory droplets and SARS-CoV-2 particles using computational fluid dynamics (CFD), with an emphasis on optimizing ventilation strategies to minimize disease transmission. Key research directions include the design and performance evaluation of hybrid air distribution systems—such as combined ceiling and floor-based systems—and the role of air curtains in mitigating particle spread. The lab also explores the impact of ventilation configurations on CO₂ concentration and occupant comfort in office environments.
Professor Sae Yong Lee's research lab specializes in biomechanics and clinical movement analysis, focusing on lower extremity kinematics, foot and ankle dynamics, and wearable sensor technology for gait and injury assessment. The lab investigates sex and limb differences in dynamic joint mechanics during functional tasks such as jumping and running, with an emphasis on injury prevention and rehabilitation. Research also extends to traumatic brain injuries in athletes, particularly through systematic video analysis in combat sports, and population-level osteoarthritis trends using national health databases. The lab integrates wearable inertial sensors with motion capture systems to validate clinical measurements and improve diagnostic accuracy.
Professor Ashok Pandey's research lab specializes in microbial biocatalysts, with a strong focus on amylases and lipases for industrial and biotechnological applications. The lab explores enzyme engineering, immobilization techniques, and applications in pharmaceuticals, food science, fine chemicals, and environmental biotechnology. A key research direction involves leveraging microbial enzymes to develop sustainable solutions for healthcare, agriculture, and eco-friendly manufacturing processes.
Professor Seong-Yong Jeong's research lab specializes in advanced gas sensing technologies, focusing on the development of high-performance, selective, and sensitive oxide semiconductor-based chemiresistors for real-time detection of toxic and environmentally harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The lab pioneers innovative sensor architectures—such as yolk–shell structures, bilayer oxide films, and catalytic overlayers—engineered to enhance sensitivity, selectivity, and resistance to interference from humidity. Key research directions include the design of functional nanomaterials for sub-ppm detection of hazardous gases like benzene, toluene, xylene, and ethylene, with applications in environmental monitoring, indoor air quality control, and agricultural technology.
Professor Dongsik Kim's research lab specializes in advanced laser-material interactions and additive manufacturing, with a focus on high-melting-point materials such as tungsten and silver nanowires. The lab investigates laser-based fabrication and processing techniques—including directed energy deposition (DED), femtosecond laser nanojoining, and liquid-assisted laser ablation—to enable precise, low-damage manufacturing on flexible and robust substrates. Key research directions include optimizing laser process parameters, understanding plasma and bubble dynamics in laser-matter interactions, and developing innovative methods for spectral efficiency and error resilience in wireless communications. The lab also explores applications in clean energy, advanced electronics, and next-generation wireless systems through interdisciplinary approaches combining materials science, photonics, and signal processing.
Professor Hyun-Sik Kang's research lab focuses on the intersection of lifestyle interventions, metabolic health, and aging, with a strong emphasis on how physical activity and exercise influence physiological outcomes across the lifespan. Key research directions include the impact of exercise on insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, gut microbiota modulation, and the preservation of muscle and bone health in older adults. The lab also investigates the role of genetic factors—such as the *ACTN3* R577X genotype—in age-related decline and explores the protective effects of exercise preconditioning in critical illness models like sepsis.
Professor Jong-Sun Kang's research lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms regulating skeletal myogenesis, with a central emphasis on cell adhesion molecules and signaling pathways that govern myoblast differentiation and muscle development. The lab investigates the roles of Ig superfamily proteins such as CDO and BOC in mediating cell-cell contact-dependent signaling, their interactions with cadherins and cytoskeletal adaptors, and their regulation of key kinases like p38 MAPK and Abl. A major research direction involves understanding how these cell surface receptors coordinate with intracellular scaffolds to control cell cycle exit and differentiation during myogenesis, with implications for muscle regeneration and disease. The lab also explores the dynamic regulation of these molecules during embryonic development and in stem cell-like satellite cells.
Professor Shahram Rezapour's research lab specializes in the development and analysis of fractional-order mathematical models for infectious diseases, with a strong emphasis on novel fractional derivatives such as Caputo–Fabrizio and generalized Caputo types. The lab focuses on the theoretical and computational study of epidemic dynamics—particularly for HIV, COVID-19, childhood diseases, and waterborne infections—using advanced analytical techniques like fixed point theory, homotopy analysis, Laplace transforms, and iterative methods. A key strength lies in proving existence, uniqueness, and stability of solutions, combined with numerical simulations using real-world data to enhance public health modeling. The lab also explores fractal-fractional integral formulations to improve model accuracy and applicability in complex biological systems.
Professor Sungho Maeng's research lab focuses on neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric disorders, with a strong emphasis on identifying molecular mechanisms underlying Alzheimer’s disease, bipolar disorder, and spinal cord injury. The lab investigates neuroprotective agents such as ginsenoside Rg3 and Radix Polygalae extract, exploring their potential in modulating neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, and synaptic plasticity. Additionally, the lab examines the role of key regulatory proteins like BAG1 and stress-related pathways in affective behavior and aging-related cognitive changes. Their work bridges preclinical models with translational applications, aiming to develop novel therapeutic strategies for brain disorders.
Professor Mi Young Chae's research lab specializes in the design and synthesis of advanced organic semiconductors for optoelectronic applications, with a primary focus on fluorescent and thermally activated delayed fluorescence (TADF) emitters for high-efficiency organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs). The lab develops novel molecular architectures—particularly BODIPY and B–N-based emitters—engineered for precise emission tuning, high photoluminescence quantum yield, and enhanced stability. Key research directions include energy transfer optimization, host-guest engineering, and the strategic use of steric and electronic effects to achieve pure, stable colors across the visible spectrum.
Professor Hyoun-Joong Kong's research lab specializes in the intersection of artificial intelligence, medical imaging, and healthcare technology. The lab focuses on developing deep learning and federated learning approaches to enhance surgical skill assessment, optimize data augmentation for medical diagnostics, and support remote and patient-centered healthcare through IoT integration. Key research directions include intelligent surgical instrument tracking, synthetic data generation using GANs, and improving diagnostic performance in limited-data scenarios for conditions like chronic sinusitis and Alzheimer’s disease.
Professor Sanghoo Park's research lab specializes in atmospheric-pressure plasmas, with a focus on weakly ionized gas dynamics, electron diagnostics, and plasma-liquid interactions. The lab investigates fundamental plasma phenomena such as electric wind, electron-neutral bremsstrahlung, and nitrogen fixation, using advanced optical diagnostics and pulsed plasma systems. Key research directions include plasma diagnostics for electron density and temperature, control of reactive species (e.g., NOx, O3) in air discharges, and applications in medicine, agriculture, and food safety. The lab emphasizes experimental and theoretical understanding of collisional, non-equilibrium plasmas under ambient conditions.
Professor Wonjoon Kim's research lab specializes in innovation strategy, technological change, and industrial dynamics, with a strong focus on high-technology industries and digital ecosystems. The lab investigates the drivers of technological innovation, including the interplay between technology-push and demand-pull forces, the role of knowledge networks in mobile and semiconductor industries, and the strategic implications of industry convergence. It also explores behavioral aspects of entrepreneurship, particularly risk propensity in social versus commercial entrepreneurs, and examines how online reviews influence consumer decision-making processes. The lab combines empirical econometric analysis with innovative methodologies such as eye-tracking and patent citation network analysis to uncover dynamic patterns in innovation and market evolution.
Professor Hyoung-Il Kim's research lab specializes in surgical oncology and translational immunometabolism, focusing on the interplay between systemic inflammation, nutritional status, and cancer outcomes. The lab investigates prognostic biomarkers such as the Prognostic Nutritional Index (PNI) in gastric cancer patients, aiming to improve surgical risk stratification and long-term survival prediction. Additionally, the lab explores innovative transplantation sites for pancreatic islets, evaluating their feasibility, engraftment efficiency, and metabolic outcomes to advance diabetes treatment. A key focus is also on post-gastrectomy iron deficiency and strategies to optimize nutritional recovery through surgical reconstruction techniques.
Professor Dukyong Yoon's research lab specializes in leveraging electronic health records (EHRs) and biosignal data for pharmacovigilance and clinical decision support. The lab focuses on developing advanced machine learning and deep learning methods to detect adverse drug reactions, improve ECG signal analysis, and extract meaningful features from unlabeled biomedical data. Key research directions include postmarketing drug safety surveillance, noise detection in ECGs, and unsupervised feature learning for ECG interpretation using variational autoencoders. The lab also actively contributes to international health data networks by transforming EHRs into standardized clinical data models for research use.
Professor Jeonghoon Yoo's research lab specializes in topology optimization and computational design for electromagnetic and magnetic field applications, with a focus on enhancing the performance of electric machinery, motors, antennas, and electromagnetic couplers. The lab develops advanced numerical methods—such as the homogenization design method and SIMP-based topology optimization—combined with finite element analysis to optimize material distribution and maximize magnetic energy, vector potential, and force generation. Key research directions include multimaterial topology optimization using single-variable formulations and accurate modeling of physical phenomena such as air gaps in electrostatic chucks.
Professor Hoseong Lee's research lab specializes in advanced thermal management systems for electric vehicles and energy storage devices, with a strong focus on battery and electric motor thermal performance under extreme operating conditions. The lab develops innovative cooling technologies—such as phase change materials, mini-channel systems, metal foam integration, and novel heat exchanger designs—to enhance thermal regulation, improve safety, and extend component lifespan. Key research directions include electrochemical-thermal modeling, multi-objective optimization of thermal systems, and experimental validation of next-generation battery and motor cooling solutions. The lab's work bridges fundamental thermal science with practical applications in sustainable transportation and energy systems.
