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 Hwan Kim's research lab specializes in biomaterials and tissue engineering, focusing on developing advanced scaffolds that mimic the extracellular matrix to guide tissue regeneration. The lab explores biomimetic strategies for bone and cartilage repair, emphasizing the use of functionalized hydrogels, chondroitin sulfate, and calcium phosphate nanoparticles to create osteoinductive and chondroinductive microenvironments. Key innovations include photopolymerizable hydrogels with bioactive molecules, stimuli-responsive materials for wound healing, and composite scaffolds that recapitulate endochondral ossification for bone regeneration.
Professor Hansang Cho's research lab specializes in developing advanced microfluidic and nanomaterial-based platforms for biomedical sensing and disease modeling. The lab focuses on creating highly sensitive, label-free biosensors using techniques such as surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) and nanoplasmonic aptasensors for early detection of disease biomarkers like thrombin and VEGF. A key direction involves engineering 3D in vitro models of human biological barriers—particularly the blood-brain barrier (BBB)—to study neurovascular disorders, neuroinflammation, and the impact of environmental toxins like PM2.5 on brain immunity. The lab also investigates the cellular mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s, using microfluidic chemotaxis platforms to dissect microglial responses to amyloid-β species.
Professor Jongchul Chae's research lab specializes in solar physics, with a primary focus on the dynamics of the solar atmosphere, particularly the solar corona and transition region. The lab investigates magnetic helicity transport, magnetic reconnection, and the role of photospheric magnetic field evolution in driving coronal heating and explosive phenomena such as jets and explosive events. Utilizing high-resolution observations from space-based instruments like SUMER/SOHO and ground-based magnetographs, the lab combines spectroscopic and imaging data to study nonthermal motions, magnetic flux cancellation, and energy transfer mechanisms in active and quiescent solar regions. Their work provides critical insights into the physical processes governing solar activity and space weather.
Professor Jung-Hoon Park's research lab specializes in advanced optical imaging and wavefront engineering for deep-tissue visualization and manipulation in highly scattering biological media. The lab pioneers wavefront shaping techniques to overcome light scattering, enabling high-resolution, non-invasive imaging and focusing through turbid tissues such as the skull and skin. Key research directions include polarization control, wavelength-dependent focusing, and dynamic wavefront correction using disordered media as functional optical elements. The lab bridges physics, engineering, and biomedical applications to push the frontiers of in vivo diagnostics and optical therapies.
Professor Junbeom Park's research lab specializes in cardiac electrophysiology and arrhythmia mechanisms, with a focus on atrial fibrillation (AF) pathophysiology, non-invasive biomarkers, and advanced ECG analysis. The lab investigates hemodynamic and electrical remodeling in the left atrium, particularly in relation to prehypertension, insulin resistance, and left atrial compliance. Utilizing deep learning and surface ECG signal analysis, the lab develops predictive models for AF onset and recurrence, emphasizing early detection and personalized rhythm management strategies.
Professor Jeong-Han Kim's research lab specializes in analytical chemistry with a focus on the development and validation of advanced multi-residue analytical methods for environmental and biological samples. The lab primarily employs liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) and gas chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (GC-MS/MS) to detect and quantify pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and natural products at trace levels. Key research directions include method optimization for complex matrices such as human serum, urine, hair, and agricultural products, as well as metabolomic profiling of herbal medicines using UPLC-QTOF MS. The lab also explores the structure-property relationships of functional polymers, particularly liquid crystalline polyguanidines, for potential applications in materials science.
Professor Hyeung-Jin Jang's research lab focuses on molecular mechanisms underlying metabolic and inflammatory diseases, with a central emphasis on gut-brain axis signaling, incretin hormone regulation, and targeted cancer therapeutics. The lab investigates the role of taste receptors in enteroendocrine L-cells to understand how dietary nutrients like glucose stimulate GLP-1 secretion, offering insights into novel, safer alternatives to GLP-1 mimetic drugs. Additionally, the lab develops advanced nanotherapeutics—particularly biodegradable porous silicon nanoparticles—for targeted delivery of anti-miRNA agents in ovarian cancer and explores natural compounds like ginsenosides for their anti-inflammatory effects in lung and epithelial tissues via NF-κB modulation.
Professor Jee-Hoon Jung's research lab specializes in power electronics, with a focus on high-efficiency power conversion systems, resonant converters, and real-time simulation of renewable energy and electrochemical systems. The lab develops advanced topologies such as LLC and full-bridge CLLC converters for applications in low-voltage DC distribution, fuel cells, and photovoltaic systems, emphasizing soft-switching techniques, reduced component stress, and improved efficiency. It also pioneers online condition monitoring systems for industrial motors using advanced signal processing and contributes to the development of fast, accurate, and computationally efficient electrothermal models for real-time simulation of energy devices.
Professor Jaeseok Yang's research lab focuses on advancing transplantation medicine through innovative immunological and genetic strategies. The lab investigates mechanisms of transplant tolerance, particularly the role of regulatory T cells in controlling alloreactive memory T cells, and explores genetic modifications—such as human heme oxygenase-1 expression—in xenotransplantation to improve graft survival. Additionally, the lab contributes to clinical transplantation research by evaluating novel desensitization therapies for highly sensitized patients and optimizing vaccination strategies in kidney transplant recipients.
Professor Joonsang Yoo's research lab specializes in cerebrovascular diseases, with a primary focus on acute ischemic stroke management, endovascular reperfusion therapies, and the identification of imaging biomarkers for predicting treatment response and outcomes. The lab investigates the interplay between stroke and systemic conditions such as cancer and coronary artery disease, aiming to improve risk stratification and personalized treatment strategies. Key research directions include the development of advanced imaging techniques—particularly on computed tomography and diffusion-weighted MRI—to assess thrombus characteristics, recanalization potential, and tissue viability after reperfusion therapy.
Professor Eun-Seok Park's research lab specializes in pharmaceutical and materials science, focusing on advancing drug delivery systems and developing novel formulations for improved therapeutic efficacy. Key research directions include enhancing drug solubility and bioavailability through techniques like spray drying and cocrystal engineering, designing transdermal patches with optimized permeation properties, and exploring natural compounds for their pharmacological potential. The lab also investigates electrolyte systems for next-generation lithium metal batteries, emphasizing interfacial stability and electrochemical performance.
Professor June-Won Cheong's research lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying acute myeloid leukemia (AML) pathogenesis, with a particular emphasis on signaling pathways such as PI3K/Akt and CK2, and their roles in leukemia stem cell survival and immune evasion. The lab investigates post-translational modifications of tumor suppressors like PTEN, epigenetic modulators such as apicidin, and iron chelation therapy in myelodysplastic syndromes and aplastic anemia. A central theme is identifying novel therapeutic targets to overcome drug resistance and improve outcomes in high-risk hematologic malignancies.
Professor Sang Sun Yoon's research lab focuses on microbial pathogenesis, particularly the mechanisms underlying chronic infections caused by biofilm-forming bacteria such as *Pseudomonas aeruginosa* and *Vibrio cholerae*. The lab investigates how bacterial persistence in host environments—such as the hypoxic, acidic mucus of cystic fibrosis lungs—is regulated at the molecular and physiological levels, with a strong emphasis on anaerobic metabolism, biofilm formation, and host-pathogen interactions. A key direction involves identifying novel therapeutic strategies, such as nitrite-based killing agents and natural compounds like broccoli extract, to target antibiotic-resistant and biofilm-associated pathogens. The lab also explores the role of bacterial signaling systems, including quorum sensing, in virulence regulation and host infection outcomes.
Professor Jin Won Cho's research lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms of O-GlcNAcylation—a dynamic post-translational modification influenced by nutrient and stress signals—and its roles in metabolic diseases, cancer, and cellular differentiation. The lab investigates how dysregulation of O-GlcNAc cycling affects key cellular processes such as apoptosis, insulin resistance, and cardiomyocyte development, particularly under metabolic stress like hyperglycemia or glucose deprivation. Using models ranging from cancer cells and stem cells to pancreatic beta-cells and plant systems, the lab integrates proteomics, cell biology, and metabolic analysis to uncover the functional significance of O-GlcNAc modifications in health and disease. Recent work also extends to plant nutrient sensing, highlighting the conserved role of post-translational modifications in stress adaptation across kingdoms.
Professor Kristopher Kyle's research lab specializes in second language (L2) writing and spoken language proficiency, with a strong focus on automated text analysis. The lab develops and validates computational tools—such as TAALES and TAALES 2.0—to measure lexical and syntactic complexity in L2 texts, emphasizing psycholinguistic and usage-based perspectives. Key research directions include advancing text analysis indices for lexical sophistication, syntactic complexity, and lexical diversity, with an emphasis on their validity in relation to human judgment and language learning theories. The lab also investigates how these indices can be used to model holistic language proficiency and support second language acquisition research.
Professor Woo Kyoung Jeong's research lab specializes in advanced medical imaging and radiological biomarkers, with a strong focus on non-invasive assessment of liver disease using ultrasound elastography, contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS), and radiomics. The lab develops innovative software tools for quantitative body composition analysis on CT scans and investigates imaging surrogates for molecular phenotypes in primary liver cancers such as hepatocellular carcinoma and intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma. Their work integrates radiological imaging with genomics to improve diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment monitoring in chronic liver disease and liver malignancies.
Professor Byung Yoon Choi's research lab specializes in molecular genetics and auditory neuroscience, focusing on the genetic basis of hearing loss, particularly syndromic and nonsyndromic hearing impairment associated with mutations in genes such as SLC26A4 and GJB2. The lab investigates the functional impact of disease-causing variants, including residual protein activity in pendrin and the pathogenicity of GJB2 p.V37I, using cellular, animal, and clinical models. A key focus is translating genetic findings into clinical applications, such as noninvasive prenatal testing (NIPT) for hereditary deafness and personalized cochlear implant timing based on genetic diagnosis. The lab also explores genotype-phenotype correlations to improve outcomes in pediatric cochlear implantation.
Professor Hong Chul Moon's research lab specializes in the development of advanced functional materials, particularly ion gels based on block copolymers and ionic liquids, for next-generation flexible and wearable electronics. The lab focuses on integrating multiple functionalities—such as electrochromism, electrochemiluminescence, and energy storage—into single, compact, and mechanically robust devices. Key research directions include designing ultrastretchable and transparent ionic conductors, optimizing low-voltage electrochromic and electroluminescent devices, and creating multifunctional systems that combine sensing, actuation, and energy management in one platform. The lab emphasizes molecular engineering of polymer-ionic liquid systems to achieve tunable mechanical, electrical, and optical properties for real-world applications in smart textiles, wearable sensors, and energy-efficient displays.
Professor Jae-Heung Ko's research lab focuses on the molecular and genetic regulation of secondary cell wall biosynthesis and xylem development in vascular plants, particularly in Arabidopsis and poplar. The lab investigates key transcription factors such as MYB46, ANAC012, and PtaHB1, along with their regulatory networks, to understand how these factors control the formation of wood and vascular tissues. Using integrative approaches including transcriptomics, gene expression analysis, and functional genomics, the lab aims to decipher the signaling and transcriptional programs underlying secondary growth and stress responses in plants. Their work also explores the role of plant hormones and mechanical signals in cambium differentiation and xylem development.
Professor Gyuri Kim's research lab focuses on the interplay between skeletal muscle metabolism, aging, and metabolic diseases, with a particular emphasis on nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), metabolic syndrome, and cardiometabolic health in middle-aged and older adults. The lab investigates how changes in skeletal muscle mass and body composition influence the development and progression of chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hepatocellular carcinoma, and diastolic dysfunction. Utilizing longitudinal cohort studies and advanced clinical metrics like continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), the lab explores the role of myokines and muscle-derived signaling in systemic metabolic regulation. A key research direction involves identifying modifiable factors—such as muscle mass preservation and statin use—that may mitigate long-term complications in metabolic disease.
