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 Changwook Kim's research lab focuses on aging-related health disparities, particularly in the Korean elderly population. The lab investigates the interplay between metabolic syndrome, vitamin D deficiency, and cognitive function, as well as risk factors for infections like *Acinetobacter baumannii* bacteraemia in older adults. With a strong emphasis on community-based cohort studies such as the Korean Urban Rural Elderly (KURE) study, the lab explores multidisciplinary aspects of geriatric health, including physical performance, biomarkers, and social determinants of aging. The research aims to inform preventive and clinical strategies for age-related diseases in diverse urban and rural settings.
Professor Hyun-Ju Shin's research lab specializes in medical imaging and artificial intelligence, focusing on improving diagnostic accuracy and efficiency in radiology through AI integration. The lab investigates the impact of AI on radiologists' workflow, particularly in interpreting pediatric and adult chest radiographs, while also exploring the biological mechanisms underlying neurological injury, such as hippocampal cell death following seizures. A key research direction involves understanding the role of biomarkers like lipocalin-2 in neuroinflammation and blood-brain barrier disruption. Additionally, the lab contributes to radiation dose optimization in pediatric CT and ultrasound/MRI-based diagnosis of congenital biliary atresia.
Professor Byungmin Choi's research lab focuses on cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying apoptosis, cytoprotection, and stress responses in pathological and physiological conditions. The lab investigates key signaling molecules such as nitric oxide (NO), heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1), and cAMP in regulating cell survival and death, particularly in contexts like neonatal cardiovascular disease, glucose deprivation injury, and cancer cell apoptosis. A central theme is the dual roles of signaling molecules in modulating cell fate, with translational applications in preterm infant diagnostics and therapeutic strategies. The lab also explores the impact of socio-economic factors on adolescent health, integrating biological and public health perspectives.
Professor Sang Jin Kim's research lab specializes in translational medical imaging and neuromodulation, focusing on advanced diagnostic imaging techniques for pulmonary and neurological disorders. The lab investigates the role of specific radiological signs—such as the reversed halo sign—in diagnosing cryptogenic organizing pneumonia, while also exploring the pathophysiology of cardiotoxicity in cancer therapy, particularly doxorubicin-induced calcium dysregulation in cardiomyocytes. In neuroscience, the lab examines brain stimulation targets like the supplementary motor area (SMA) for treating motor symptoms in Parkinson’s disease, especially freezing of gait, using non-invasive techniques such as rTMS. Additionally, the lab contributes to understanding autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, including Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada disease, through immunomodulatory therapy. These multidisciplinary efforts bridge radiology, cardiology, neurology, and molecular mechanisms to improve clinical diagnosis and therapeutic strategies.
Professor Hong Seok Oh's research lab specializes in the development of advanced 2D materials and heteroepitaxial semiconductor nanostructures for next-generation flexible and wearable electronics. The lab focuses on van der Waals epitaxy, large-scale growth of hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) films, and the integration of 1D–2D hybrid structures such as ZnO nanotubes on graphene for high-performance vertical field-effect transistors. A key innovation lies in combining scalable, transferable 2D materials with precise control over nucleation and growth to enable high-quality, flexible inorganic optoelectronic and electronic devices. The lab also explores tactile sensing systems with real-time feedback, leveraging advanced piezoelectric thin-film transistors for robotics and human-machine interfaces.
Professor Hyejin Kang's research lab focuses on interdisciplinary neuroscience and health informatics, integrating neuroimaging, molecular biology, and data science to understand brain function and mental health disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease and neuropsychiatric symptoms. The lab investigates functional brain networks in speech perception and cognitive processing, particularly under challenging auditory conditions, using advanced computational methods like persistent homology. It also explores organizational behavior and public policy, analyzing how citizen expectations, trust in local government, and institutional design affect public service satisfaction and policy implementation. Additionally, the lab contributes to bioinformatics by developing statistical methods for identifying microRNA targets and controlling false discovery rates in time-series gene expression data.
Professor Young-Hoon Kim's research lab specializes in the development of advanced nanomaterials for sustainable energy conversion and storage, with a strong focus on eco-friendly photovoltaics and energy-harvesting devices. The lab pioneers innovative surface engineering strategies—particularly ligand exchange and thin-film assembly techniques—for colloidal quantum dots and perovskite nanocrystals to enhance their stability, uniformity, and optoelectronic performance. Key research directions include lead-free, water-resistant absorbers like AgBiS2 nanocrystals, crack-free mesoporous silica films for functional coatings, and monodisperse perovskite quantum dots for high-voltage and stable solar cells. The lab emphasizes the integration of fundamental materials chemistry with practical device applications, targeting next-generation thin-film solar cells and nanogenerators.
Professor Eun Kyoung Lee's research lab specializes in retinal and anterior segment imaging, with a focus on understanding structural and functional changes in retinal layers and optic nerve head in various ocular diseases such as age-related macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusion, and retinal detachment. The lab employs advanced imaging technologies like spectral-domain optical coherence tomography (SD-OCT) and optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA) to investigate microvascular and neurodegenerative changes. Additionally, the lab explores molecular mechanisms underlying retinal and renal tubular cell injury, particularly involving endoplasmic reticulum stress, oxidative stress, and signaling pathways such as mTOR and AMPK.
Professor Yoo Wook Kwon's research lab specializes in regenerative medicine and stem cell biology, with a focus on inducing pluripotency without genetic manipulation, developing universal iPSCs for clinical use, and engineering tissue substitutes such as artificial tracheas. The lab investigates epigenetic regulation in disease processes, including atherosclerosis, and explores redox signaling in cell fate decisions. Key research directions include protein-mediated reprogramming, chromatin regulation via CTCF-Pol II interactions, and the application of induced pluripotent stem cells in tissue engineering and immunomodulation.
Professor Sunju Park's research lab specializes in translational biomedical research with a focus on neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer’s disease and mild cognitive impairment, using eye movement biomarkers for early detection. The lab also investigates metabolic and muscular disorders, including obesity and Duchenne muscular dystrophy, through clinical trials and novel diagnostic assays. Additionally, the lab engages in preclinical oncology research, developing animal models and therapeutic strategies for metastatic breast cancer using targeted alpha-particle therapy. The integration of clinical, biochemical, and systems-level approaches defines the lab’s interdisciplinary research direction.
Professor Sewon Oh's research lab focuses on renal and cardiovascular health, with a strong emphasis on kidney function, fluid and electrolyte balance, and the long-term outcomes of kidney injury. The lab investigates the pathophysiology and clinical management of conditions such as acute kidney injury (AKI), chronic kidney disease (CKD), and metabolic syndrome, particularly in relation to sodium metabolism and renal hyperfiltration. Key research directions include optimizing diuretic therapy, evaluating biomarkers like uNGAL for early AKI detection, and exploring renoprotective agents such as erythropoietin and biliverdin. The lab also emphasizes guideline adherence and clinical translation to improve patient outcomes in nephrology and cardiology.
Professor Eun Sun Jang's research lab focuses on hepatology and gastroenterology, with a strong emphasis on liver disease biomarkers, hepatic fibrosis assessment, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in chronic liver conditions. The lab investigates the diagnostic and prognostic value of biomarkers such as AFP and DKK-1 in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), evaluates non-invasive tools like ElastPQ for fibrosis staging, and explores lifestyle factors—particularly coffee consumption—on liver function and disease progression. The research also examines the impact of comorbidities, treatment outcomes, and socioeconomic factors on patient-reported outcomes in chronic hepatitis B and C patients.
Professor Jae-kyung Ko's research lab specializes in advanced drug delivery systems, with a primary focus on nanocarrier-based strategies for targeted therapy, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) disorders and cancer. The lab investigates innovative formulations such as solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs), nanostructured lipid carriers (NLCs), and liposomes to enhance drug bioavailability, bypass biological barriers like the blood-brain barrier, and improve therapeutic efficacy. A key research direction involves modulating drug transporters—such as P-glycoprotein (P-gp) and vitamin D receptor (VDR)—to overcome efflux mechanisms and support neuroprotection in diseases like Parkinson’s and prostate cancer. The lab also develops and validates sensitive bioanalytical methods, including LC-MS/MS, for pharmacokinetic evaluation of novel therapeutics.
Professor Yong-Sung Yoo's research lab specializes in advanced drug delivery systems, with a primary focus on nanocarrier-based strategies for enhancing drug bioavailability and targeting the central nervous system. The lab investigates solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs), nanostructured lipid carriers (NLCs), and liposomes for nasal and systemic delivery, particularly for treating neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s disease. A key research direction involves modulating drug transport mechanisms—such as P-glycoprotein efflux and the blood-brain barrier—using nanotechnology and endogenous regulators like the vitamin D receptor. The lab also develops and validates sensitive bioanalytical methods, such as LC-MS/MS, for pharmacokinetic studies of novel therapeutics, including PROTACs.
Professor Yong Suk Kim's research lab specializes in advanced drug delivery systems, with a strong focus on nanotechnology for targeted therapy. The lab investigates innovative lipid-based nanocarriers such as solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs) and nanostructured lipid carriers (NLCs) to enhance drug bioavailability and enable effective nose-to-brain delivery. Key research directions include overcoming biological barriers—such as the blood-brain barrier and P-glycoprotein efflux—through rational formulation design and the use of biocompatible excipients. The lab also develops and validates sensitive bioanalytical methods, such as LC-MS/MS, for pharmacokinetic studies of novel therapeutics like PROTACs.
Professor Hong, Yoon-Ho's research lab specializes in clinical and translational neuroscience, with a focus on neuromuscular disorders, inherited and acquired peripheral neuropathies, and autoimmune disorders of the neuromuscular junction. The lab investigates electrophysiological biomarkers such as the motor unit number index (MUNIX) for neurodegenerative diseases like amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and explores the pathophysiology of rare metabolic and mitochondrial disorders, including dihydrolipoamide dehydrogenase deficiency. Additionally, the lab contributes to understanding post-vaccination neurological complications, such as Guillain-Barré syndrome following COVID-19 vaccination, and rare cerebrovascular and movement disorders like moyamoya disease presenting with hemichorea. The research integrates clinical neurology with molecular diagnostics and neurophysiological assessment to improve diagnosis and management of complex neurological conditions.
Professor Hong-Gee Kim's research lab specializes in computational systems biology and artificial intelligence-driven biomedical research, focusing on integrating multi-omics data—such as genomics, epigenomics, and transcriptomics—for precision disease diagnosis and drug discovery. The lab develops advanced machine learning and deep learning models, particularly graph neural networks and large language models, to predict disease subtypes, identify cell-of-origin in cancers, and detect biomarkers for neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. A central theme is the translation of complex biological data into clinically actionable insights through cost-effective, non-invasive, and high-accuracy predictive models.
Professor Mi Jung Lee's research lab focuses on clinical and translational studies in nephrology, particularly in dialysis patients and chronic kidney disease management. The lab investigates metabolic and cardiovascular outcomes, with a strong emphasis on identifying predictive biomarkers—such as interdialytic weight gain, residual urine volume, and atherogenic index of plasma (AIP)—for mortality and disease progression. Additionally, the lab explores the therapeutic potential of natural products, including fermented mulberry leaf extracts, in improving lipid metabolism and metabolic health in obesity and kidney disease models.
Professor Hyun Sung Kim's research lab specializes in the design, synthesis, and application of advanced functional nanomaterials, with a strong focus on oxide-based thin-film transistors, photocatalytic materials for sustainable energy and biorefinery applications, and hybrid nanostructures integrating semiconductors with zeolites. The lab develops novel materials such as In2O3 and ITO thin films on tailored dielectrics for high-performance electronics, explores efficient photocatalysts for lignocellulose conversion and water splitting, and pioneers methods to create optically transparent, QD-embedded zeolite films for enhanced nonlinear optical properties. Their work bridges materials chemistry, semiconductor physics, and energy conversion technologies, aiming to enable next-generation optoelectronic and sustainable energy devices.
Professor Yoon-Jin Lee's research lab focuses on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of computational graphics, biomedical imaging, and microbiome science. The lab develops advanced GPU-accelerated algorithms for 3D line drawing and mesh segmentation, emphasizing perceptually meaningful visual abstraction and intelligent surface partitioning. Concurrently, the lab investigates the role of gut microbiota and extracellular vesicles in neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), aiming to establish non-invasive biomarkers through urinary microbiome analysis. These efforts reflect a dual focus on innovative visual computing techniques and translational biomedical applications.
