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Professor Dong Seop Jeong's research lab specializes in advanced cardiovascular interventions, with a primary focus on structural and valvular heart disease, particularly tricuspid valve repair using the MC(3) ring prosthesis. The lab investigates innovative percutaneous and surgical revascularization strategies, including off-pump coronary artery bypass (OPCAB) and endovascular techniques, for patients with left main coronary artery disease. A significant emphasis is placed on optimizing outcomes in high-risk populations, such as those requiring extracorporeal life support (ECLS) or experiencing cardiac arrest due to massive pulmonary embolism, through comprehensive hemodynamic support and predictive scoring systems. The lab also explores the role of combined procedures—such as mitral annuloplasty with OPCAB—in improving functional and survival outcomes in patients with ischemic mitral regurgitation and reduced ejection fraction.
Professor Jun Hyung Lim's research lab specializes in the development and optimization of advanced oxide semiconductor materials for next-generation optoelectronic and thin-film transistor (TFT) applications. The lab focuses on atomic layer deposition (ALD) and sol-gel processes to precisely control the composition, structure, and electronic properties of multicomponent oxides such as InGaZnO (IGZO), InZnSnO (IZTO), and Ga/In-codoped ZnO. Key research directions include enhancing carrier mobility, achieving excellent step coverage for 3D device integration, and understanding precursor reactivity for scalable and stable semiconductor film fabrication.
Professor Kihyung Lee's research lab specializes in advanced internal combustion engine technologies, focusing on low-emission and high-efficiency combustion systems. Key research directions include two-stage and controlled autoignition (CAI/HCCI) combustion, high-pressure fuel injection systems, and spray dynamics in direct-injection engines. The lab investigates fundamental spray characteristics, such as droplet size, velocity, and impingement behavior on hot surfaces, to optimize combustion and reduce NOx and soot emissions. The work also addresses real-world driving cycle impacts on fuel efficiency and emissions, particularly under WLTP conditions.
Professor Dosik Hwang's research lab specializes in advanced medical image reconstruction and analysis, focusing on overcoming challenges in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and neural signal processing. The lab develops innovative deep learning techniques to enhance image quality, particularly in undersampled and noisy data scenarios, with applications in musculoskeletal imaging, spinal cord and disc segmentation, and functional brain imaging. Key research directions include artifact suppression, tissue characterization using ultrashort echo time (UTE) MRI, and automated spike sorting for extracellular neural recordings. The lab bridges computational innovation with clinical needs, aiming to improve diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.
Professor Sang Kyu Park's research lab focuses on molecular parasitology, ion channel biology, and the pathophysiology of neurological and metabolic disorders. The lab investigates the molecular mechanisms of anthelmintic drugs like praziquantel, identifying novel drug targets such as the schistosome TRP channel SmTRPM_PZQ. It also explores lipid signaling in vascular function, particularly epoxyeicosatrienoic acids (EETs) and their G protein-coupled receptor GPR40, and contributes to plant melatonin biosynthesis through enzymatic characterization of N-acetylserotonin methyltransferase. Additionally, the lab engages in clinical translational research, including prognostic scoring in neurocritical care and molecular genetics of oculocutaneous albinism in Asian populations.
Professor Jae Min Park's research lab focuses on translational and mechanistic studies in metabolic and neurological health, with a strong emphasis on identifying biomarkers and therapeutic targets for cardiometabolic diseases and age-related cognitive decline. The lab investigates molecular mechanisms underlying prostate cancer progression through epigenetic regulators like USP44 and EZH2, while also exploring innovative non-pharmacological interventions such as virtual reality-based cognitive training to enhance brain and physical function in older adults. Additionally, the lab contributes to understanding the genetic architecture of metabolically distinct phenotypes, including metabolically unhealthy normal weight and healthy obesity, to improve early risk prediction for type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Professor Jea-Gun Park's research lab specializes in advanced nanomaterials and optoelectronic devices, focusing on quantum dots, magnetic tunnel junctions, and thin-film solar cells. The lab develops novel materials such as non-toxic CuGaS₂/ZnS quantum dots and Cd-based energy-downshifting QDs to enhance solar energy conversion efficiency. It also investigates nanoscale phenomena in magnetic and dielectric systems, including CoFeB-based perpendicular magnetic tunnel junctions and ceria-based chemical mechanical polishing mechanisms. The overarching research direction centers on designing functional nanomaterials for next-generation energy and electronic applications.
Professor Yongku Kang's research lab specializes in advanced energy storage materials, with a primary focus on lithium–oxygen and lithium–carbon dioxide batteries. The lab investigates novel electrocatalysts, such as hierarchical Ru- and RuO₂-based foams, and nanostructured anodes like Si/CNT@C core–shell fibers to enhance cyclability, reduce overpotentials, and improve oxygen and carbon dioxide efficiency. A key research direction involves optimizing electrolyte systems—such as tetramethylene sulfone with LiNO₃—to stabilize the electrochemical interface and enable long-term cycling. The lab employs advanced characterization techniques, including in situ XPS, DEMS, and TEM, to probe reaction mechanisms and surface active sites in complex oxide catalysts and porous architectures.
Professor Hyunchul Park's research lab specializes in advanced materials and sustainable technologies, focusing on innovative solutions for energy efficiency, water resource management, and biomedical applications. The lab develops cutting-edge materials such as hierarchical polymeric stamps for multiscale metal patterning and sorbent-based systems for solar-driven atmospheric water harvesting. It also explores novel architectures in computing hardware, including coarse-grained reconfigurable architectures (CGRAs), with an emphasis on compiler optimization and efficient resource mapping. Additionally, the lab investigates non-invasive medical technologies, such as HIFU for skin rejuvenation in Asian populations.
Professor Oh Chae Kwon's research lab specializes in fundamental combustion science, with a focus on laminar premixed flame dynamics, flame stretch effects, and the measurement of unstretched laminar burning velocities in hydrocarbon-air mixtures. The lab investigates flame behavior under varying pressures, equivalence ratios, and oxygen concentrations, emphasizing the influence of flame stretch on combustion stability and propagation. Their work contributes to the development of accurate combustion models for internal combustion engines and gas turbines. The research also explores the Markstein number as a key parameter in understanding flame instability and extinction.
Professor Sukki Cho's research lab specializes in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, with a strong focus on clinical outcomes and diagnostic imaging in lung and esophageal diseases. The lab investigates critical conditions such as Boerhaave's syndrome, pulmonary metastases from colorectal cancer, and pneumothorax, emphasizing surgical management, prognostic factors, and minimally invasive interventions. A key area of interest is the metabolic activity of lung adenocarcinoma, particularly as assessed by FDG-PET SUVmax in ground-glass opacities, linking imaging features with pathological subtypes and prognosis.
Professor Daeho Lee's research lab focuses on the intersection of human behavior, digital technology, and social innovation in emerging digital ecosystems. The lab explores how platform-based services, virtual interactions, and interface design influence user behavior, mental health, and sustainable development in the digital age. Key research directions include consumer and producer dynamics in sharing economies, the psychological impact of self-disclosure in automated counseling systems, emotional attachment to virtual influencers, and the role of interface design in enhancing participation in online communication. The lab combines empirical methods such as structural equation modeling and experimental design with real-world applications in ICT ecosystems and digital well-being.
Professor Yuri Kim's research lab focuses on viral pathogenesis, host-virus interactions, and the development of novel antiviral strategies, with a particular emphasis on understanding immune responses in severe viral infections such as MERS and COVID-19. The lab investigates viral adaptation mechanisms, including spike protein mutations under immune pressure, and explores the role of innate and adaptive immunity—especially eosinophils and Th2 responses—in disease severity. Additionally, the lab integrates biomaterials and nanotechnology to engineer substrates that mimic extracellular matrix cues for studying immune cell behavior, particularly macrophage adhesion and function. The ultimate goal is to identify therapeutic targets and improve treatment outcomes through combined antiviral and immunomodulatory approaches.
Professor Deog Young Kim's research lab specializes in neuromodulation and neurorehabilitation following neurological injuries, particularly stroke and traumatic brain injury. The lab focuses on developing and evaluating non-invasive brain stimulation techniques—such as transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) and intermittent theta burst stimulation (iTBS)—to improve motor function, reduce spasticity, and enhance recovery. A key emphasis is on translating neurophysiological assessments into clinically relevant, quantitative measures of motor control and muscle tone, using advanced technologies like virtual reality and biomechanical/electromyographic analysis. The lab also investigates the neurochemical mechanisms underlying cognitive and motor recovery, including cholinergic modulation in brain injury.
Professor Jung-Won Suh's research lab focuses on cardiovascular and vascular biology, with a particular emphasis on the interplay between genetic factors, drug metabolism, and vascular calcification in cardiovascular disease. The lab investigates pharmacogenomic interactions—such as those involving CYP3A5 and clopidogrel—highlighting individualized responses to antiplatelet therapy. It also explores the role of medial arterial calcification, including breast arterial calcifications, as a marker and potential contributor to systemic vascular disease. Additionally, the lab examines endothelial dysfunction in hypertension and the protective effects of statins through mechanisms involving caveolin-1 and nitric oxide signaling.
Professor Sung-Byung Yang's research lab specializes in digital platform innovation, focusing on user behavior, trust, and content quality in online environments such as review platforms, sharing economy networks, and virtual worlds. The lab investigates how presentation formats, persuasive cues, and algorithmic detection methods influence user perceptions like review usefulness, enjoyment, and trust. It also explores the strategic value of emerging technologies—such as AI and real options theory—in shaping sustainable digital business models. The research integrates behavioral theories with data-driven methodologies, including machine learning and Web data harvesting, to address challenges in online reputation systems and digital platform governance.
Professor Jeong Su Oh's research lab focuses on cell cycle regulation, particularly the molecular mechanisms governing meiotic arrest and resumption in mammalian oocytes. The lab investigates key regulators such as Cdc2-cyclin B (MPF), Wee1/Myt1 kinases, Cdc25 phosphatases, and cyclin degradation pathways that control cell cycle transitions. A central theme is the role of post-translational modifications—especially phosphorylation—by kinases like CaMKII and Cdk1 in coordinating cell cycle progression and DNA damage response. The lab also explores how signaling molecules such as melatonin and proteins like synGAP modulate cellular fate in oocytes and neurons, with implications for fertility and neuroprotection.
Professor Woo-Hee Kim's research lab specializes in advanced thin film deposition techniques, particularly atomic layer deposition (ALD) and its applications in nanoelectronics and 2D materials. The lab focuses on developing area-selective ALD (AS-ALD) for precise, bottom-up nanofabrication, enabling selective growth on complex 3D nanostructures and patterned substrates. Key research directions include the design of novel ALD precursors, surface chemistry control for selective nucleation, and the integration of 2D transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) into self-powered, high-performance gas sensors. The lab also explores functional coatings for semiconductor devices, including conformal metal films and hydrophobic interfacial layers for advanced patterning.
Professor Ji Yi Lee's research lab specializes in atmospheric chemistry, with a focus on the sources, seasonal variations, and health impacts of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in East Asia. The lab investigates polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), n-alkanes, and their oxygenated derivatives (oxy-PAHs) in urban and background environments, using advanced analytical techniques such as GC×GC-TOFMS to identify and quantify complex organic pollutants. Research also emphasizes long-term trends in air quality, emission source apportionment, and the environmental and physiological effects of airborne pollutants, particularly in megacities like Seoul and remote background sites in Korea. The lab plays a key role in understanding the transformation of air pollution in Northeast Asia, especially in response to emission control policies and seasonal combustion patterns.
Professor Je Hoon Oh's research lab specializes in advanced functional materials and devices for energy harvesting, sensing, and biomedical applications. The lab focuses on developing high-performance triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs), capacitive pressure sensors, and microfluidic systems through innovative material design and fabrication techniques such as electrospinning, microwave-induced patterning, and template-assisted processing. Key research directions include enhancing sensitivity and linearity in flexible sensors, improving energy conversion efficiency in TENGs, and enabling precise cell manipulation using microfluidic platforms. The lab emphasizes scalable, cost-effective methods to advance wearable electronics and point-of-care diagnostic technologies.
