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福岡敦史教授の研究室では、バイオマス由来のセルロースやヘミセルロースを効率的に糖アルコールや有用化学品に変換するためのホスゲニウス触媒の開発を主眼としています。特に水系条件下での水素化反応に耐えるPtやRuを酸化物や炭素材料に担持した触媒の開発が進んでおり、反応の効率性と反復使用性の両立を実現しています。また、ボールミリングによるセルロースの前処理や、塩化物不含有の触媒前駆体の使用による副生成物抑制など、反応機構の解明と最適化にも注力しています。
Professor Min Seok Jang's research lab specializes in nanophotonics, metamaterials, and 2D materials, focusing on the design and application of advanced optical and photonic devices. The lab explores tunable plasmonic resonators, metasurfaces for dynamic wavefront shaping, and novel perovskite materials for next-generation optoelectronics and photovoltaics. A key theme is the integration of materials with unique electronic and optical properties—such as graphene and gold-based perovskites—into efficient, scalable photonic devices.
Professor Soon Hyeok Hong's research lab specializes in transition metal-catalyzed organic transformations, with a strong focus on olefin metathesis and related catalytic processes. The lab investigates the mechanisms, decomposition pathways, and stabilization strategies of ruthenium-based catalysts, particularly in mitigating undesired side reactions such as olefin isomerization. Recent work also extends into the development of novel, functionalized catalysts—such as water-soluble and poly(ethylene glycol)-conjugated systems—for sustainable and selective synthesis in aqueous media. Additionally, the lab contributes to the advancement of atom-economical transformations, including direct amide synthesis from alcohols and amines using base-metal and noble-metal catalysts.
Professor Shiho Kim's research lab specializes in low-power wireless systems and energy-efficient electronics, focusing on integrated circuits for energy harvesting, battery-assisted RFID transponders, and smart power management. The lab develops innovative solutions for ultra-low power operation, including passive and semi-active RFID systems, maximum power point tracking (MPPT) for thermoelectric generators, and AI-based control systems for autonomous vehicles. A key research direction involves the integration of energy harvesting, non-volatile memory (e.g., FeRAM), and intelligent control to enable long-lasting, maintenance-free wireless devices. The lab also explores artificial intelligence applications in automotive systems, particularly deep learning for automatic parking control.
Professor Jae Hyeon Kim's research lab focuses on metabolic and endocrine diseases, particularly the interplay between liver health, thyroid function, and the development of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and its complications. The lab investigates non-invasive biomarkers such as FLI and BARD scores to predict cardiovascular and hepatic outcomes in diabetic patients. Additionally, the lab is advancing regenerative medicine through the isolation of high-yield, functional islets from genetically engineered miniature pigs, positioning porcine islet xenotransplantation as a promising therapy for diabetes. Their work bridges clinical epidemiology, metabolic syndrome, and translational xenotransplantation research.
Professor Thiruma V. Arumugam's research lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying ischemia-reperfusion (I/R) injury, particularly in the context of stroke, organ transplantation, and aging. The lab investigates the role of innate immune activation—especially through complement system and Toll-like receptors (TLRs)—in driving post-ischemic inflammation and tissue damage. A central theme is the development of therapeutic strategies, such as intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) and dietary interventions, to modulate neuroinflammation and protect against brain and organ injury. The lab also explores how aging compromises endogenous protective pathways, contributing to increased vulnerability to cerebrovascular and neurodegenerative diseases.
Yoko Aida教授の研究室では、ウイルス感染と宿主の遺伝的要因の関係に注目し、特に牛白血病ウイルス（BLV）やHTLV-1などのレトロウイルス感染における病態発症のメカニズムを、BoLA遺伝子の多様性とウイルスプロバイラル負荷の関連性から解明しています。また、SARS-CoV-2の環境不活化やHIV-1のマクロファージ内での増殖機構についても、分子・細胞生物学的手法を用いて病原体と宿主の相互作用を解明しています。
佐野博信教授の研究室は、特に内分泌系の疾患、とりわけエストロゲン代謝と関連する疾患の分子メカニズムを解明することを目的としています。主に、アロマターゼや17β-ヘキソステロイドデヒドロナーゼなどのエストロゲン合成酵素の組織内局在と発現調節を免疫組織化学的・分子生物学的手法を用いて解析しており、がん（特に乳癌・子宮体がん）における局所エストロゲン形成の役割を明らかにしています。また、骨や副腎皮質ホルモン産生組織などでも局所エストロゲン産生の存在が示されており、これが疾患の発症や進行に与える影響を解明しています。
Arnab Pain教授の研究室は、マラリアやリケッチア、トキソプラズマなどの寄生虫のゲノムと病原性メカニズムを解明するゲノム疫学を柱としています。特に結核菌やマラリアパラサイトの耐性遺伝子の同定や、宿主寄生虫相互作用の分子機構を、ゲノム解析と系統発生的手法を組み合わせて解明しています。また、寄生虫の免疫逃避機構や細胞内感染のメカニズムに関する革新的な発見も多数行っています。
Professor Steven Jige Quan's research lab specializes in urban design computation, focusing on integrating artificial intelligence, urban form, and energy performance to address complex urban challenges. The lab explores smart design frameworks that leverage AI-aided design and generative models to empower both professionals and the public in urban design processes. Key research directions include 3D urban climate zone (LCZ) mapping, solar energy potential modeling, and the simulation of energy performance in relation to urban density, morphology, and context. The lab emphasizes data-driven, simulation-based decision support systems that bridge design, science, and computation at the urban scale.
Professor Jong Hyeok Park's research lab specializes in the development of advanced nanomaterials and optoelectronic devices for sustainable energy applications. The lab focuses on enhancing the efficiency of solar energy conversion through innovative photoelectrochemical systems, dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs), and bulk heterojunction (BHJ) perovskite and organic photovoltaics. Key research directions include plasmonic enhancement using noble metal nanoparticles, defect engineering in metal oxide semiconductors (e.g., TiO₂, WO₃), and molecular engineering of sensitizers for improved light harvesting and charge transport.
Professor Seong Hun Kim's research lab specializes in the development and characterization of conductive polymer nanocomposites, with a focus on enhancing electrical conductivity, mechanical properties, and thermal stability through the integration of carbon nanomaterials such as multiwall carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) and polypyrrole (PPy) with various polymer matrices like PET, PEN, and nylon. The lab investigates advanced processing techniques such as melt compounding and in situ electrochemical polymerization to fabricate functional textiles and nanocomposites for applications in flexible electronics, electrotherapy, and structural materials. A key research direction involves optimizing filler-matrix interactions via surface modification (e.g., stearic acid) and dopants (e.g., AQSA) to improve dispersion, interfacial adhesion, and long-term performance. The lab also explores the rheological, crystallization, and viscoelastic behaviors of these nanocomposites under varying processing and environmental conditions.
Professor Doosun Kang's research lab specializes in the application of advanced computational methods—particularly machine learning, optimization, and state estimation—to improve the efficiency, reliability, and sustainability of water distribution systems and integrated water resources management. The lab focuses on real-time monitoring, demand and parameter estimation, district metered area (DMA) formation, and optimal design of water infrastructure, with strong emphasis on uncertainty quantification and practical implementation in real-world networks. Research also extends to the broader water-energy-food (WEF) nexus, exploring systemic interdependencies and sustainable management strategies.
Gregory Trencher教授の研究室は、持続可能な社会の実現に向けた都市・地域社会の変革を、大学の協働的役割や新技術の導入・社会統合の観点から探究しています。特に、スマートシティにおける健康と公平性の統合、燃料電池車の実装とインfra構築、炭素封じ込めの社会的・制度的要因といった分野で、政策と実践の接点を明らかにしています。大学の新たなミッションとしての『持続可能性の共創』や、エネルギー移行における技術的・制度的ロックインの解明にも貢献しています。
Goki Suda教授の研究室は、慢性肝疾患に伴う筋減少症や肝細胞癌の治療戦略の解明を柱としています。特に、肝硬変に合併する筋肉量低下に対するL-カルニチン療法の有効性や、SIRT1とmTOR経路の関与を解明する分子メカニズムの解明が進んでいます。また、がん幹細胞の特性やレバティニブの臨床的有効性に関する前臨床的・臨床的検討も併行して実施しています。
Professor Moon Jeong Park's research lab specializes in the design and development of advanced functional polymers and nanostructured materials for energy conversion and storage applications. The lab focuses on understanding and controlling the nanostructure–property relationships in block copolymer electrolytes, ionic conductors, and conductive polymers to enhance ion and electron transport. Key research directions include the engineering of proton and lithium-ion conductive membranes, the use of templating strategies (e.g., ice-templating) for nanostructured materials, and the integration of ionic liquids to improve electrolyte performance in batteries and fuel cells.
Professor Younbyoung Chae's research lab specializes in integrative neuroscience and acupuncture research, focusing on the neurobiological mechanisms underlying acupuncture's therapeutic effects. The lab investigates brain-body interactions using neuroimaging techniques such as fMRI, explores the role of touch and *de qi* sensations in acupuncture efficacy, and examines the validity of placebo controls in acupuncture trials. A key focus is on understanding how acupuncture influences motor function in neurological conditions like Parkinson’s disease and low back pain through both central nervous system modulation and peripheral physiological responses.
Professor Seul-Yi Lee's research lab specializes in advanced energy conversion and storage technologies, with a strong focus on sustainable and cost-effective solutions for renewable energy challenges. The lab investigates photocatalytic materials for water splitting, CO₂ reduction, and environmental remediation, emphasizing noble-metal-free cocatalysts based on earth-abundant elements. It also explores next-generation energy storage systems, including perovskite solar cells, flexible solid-state supercapacitors, and hybrid supercapacitors with enhanced voltage windows and stability. A key research direction involves interface engineering and material design to improve device efficiency and long-term performance for real-world applications in portable, wearable, and grid-integrated systems.
Tsunehiro Tanaka教授の研究室では、酸化バナジウムを担持した触媒の電子状態と局所構造をX線吸収スペクトロスコピーを用いて精密に解明しています。特に、シリカおよびアルミナを担体とするバナジウム酸化物触媒の酸化状態と還元挙動の違いを明らかにし、触媒反応機構の理解を深めています。触媒の表面構造と酸化状態の関係をミクロから解明する研究が中心です。
Katie Seaborn教授の研究室は、人間中心の人工知能インタラクションを軸に、音声を介した人間-エージェント間対話（vHAI）の設計と体験に焦点を当てています。特に、音声の社会的役割やジェンダー表現、ユーザー体験の測定、多様性に配慮した研究サンプルのあり方について、批判的で社会的文脈に裏打ちされた研究を推進しています。高齢者を対象としたミックスレアルリティ型ゲームを通じた心理的 wellbeing の向上も重要な研究テーマです。
