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 Sung-Ho Jang's research lab specializes in neuroscience and biomedical imaging, focusing on the neural mechanisms underlying consciousness disorders, motor recovery after stroke, and spinal cord pathophysiology. The lab employs advanced neuroimaging techniques such as diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to investigate white matter integrity and corticospinal tract function in neurological conditions. Key research directions include the role of the ascending reticular activating system (ARAS) in disorders of consciousness, the pathomechanisms of radicular pain in lumbar disc herniation, and the application of DTI in evaluating neural repair and reorganization after brain injury. The lab also explores novel biomedical measurement techniques, such as real-time thickness monitoring of dielectric films in plasma environments, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to clinical and materials science challenges.
Professor Jaemyung Chang's research lab specializes in advanced integrated circuit design for wireless communication systems and next-generation solid-state batteries. The lab focuses on developing high-performance RF and mixed-signal CMOS integrated circuits, including low-noise amplifiers, mixers, and transceivers for UHF and ISM band applications, while also pioneering innovative materials and interfacial engineering for all-solid-state lithium metal batteries. Key research directions include enhancing the stability and performance of solid electrolyte interfaces, particularly in garnet-type LLZO, through dopant engineering and artificial interlayers to suppress lithium dendrite growth. The lab bridges cutting-edge semiconductor technology with sustainable energy storage solutions.
Professor Seung Won Lee's research lab specializes in laryngeal and head and neck surgery, with a primary focus on vocal fold augmentation, voice disorders, and surgical techniques in thyroid and neck surgery. The lab investigates innovative, minimally invasive procedures such as injection laryngoplasty using polyacrylamide hydrogel (Aquamid) for permanent unilateral vocal cord paralysis, as well as the safety and efficacy of drain-free thyroidectomy with central neck dissection. Their work also includes evaluating treatment outcomes for conditions like contact granuloma and assessing voice-related quality of life improvements post-surgery.
Professor Jae Hwa Lee's research lab specializes in high-fidelity numerical simulations of turbulent boundary layers and pipe flows, with a focus on understanding the dynamics, structure, and scaling of very-large-scale motions (VLSMs) and large-scale motions (LSMs). The lab investigates how surface roughness, pressure gradients, and flow geometry influence coherent structures and Reynolds stress distributions across the boundary layer. Using direct numerical simulations (DNS), the group explores the spatial organization, evolution, and interaction mechanisms of large-scale turbulent motions, particularly their role in modulating near-wall turbulence. The research bridges fundamental turbulence physics with practical implications for drag reduction and flow control in engineering systems.
Professor Keewon Kim's research lab specializes in pediatric and orthopedic neuroscience, focusing on neuromuscular and spinal cord function in children. The lab investigates innovative diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for movement disorders, including spasticity in cerebral palsy, adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder, and spinal cord injuries. Key research directions include the application of advanced technologies such as Kinect for motion analysis, intraoperative neuromonitoring, and the evaluation of novel treatments like botulinum toxin and intrathecal chemotherapy. The lab emphasizes clinical translation, aiming to improve surgical outcomes and patient care through electrophysiological monitoring and biomechanical assessment.
Professor Sung Wook Hong's research lab focuses on host-microbe interactions, particularly the immunomodulatory roles of bacterial extracellular vesicles (EVs) and host immune cells in mucosal immunity and infectious diseases. The lab investigates how dietary antigens and commensal or pathogenic bacteria such as *Staphylococcus aureus* and *Klebsiella pneumoniae* induce regulatory T cells and innate immune responses through EV-mediated signaling. A central theme is the development of bacterial EVs as novel, non-living vaccine platforms that elicit robust and protective adaptive immunity. The lab also explores the physiological functions of tissue-resident immune cells, such as intestinal eosinophils, in maintaining immune homeostasis and regulating T cell responses.
Professor Geon-Hwa Lee's research lab specializes in emerging infectious diseases, with a primary focus on zoonotic and vector-borne viral illnesses such as Severe Fever with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (SFTS). The lab investigates the epidemiology, virology, and transmission dynamics of SFTS virus (SFTSV), particularly its spread across East Asia, including South Korea, China, and Japan. Key research directions include viral phylogenetics, identification of reservoir hosts (e.g., *Haemaphysalis longicornis* ticks), and the role of migratory birds in long-distance viral dissemination. The lab also examines the impact of climate change and globalization on the emergence and spread of vector-borne diseases, including the potential for new disease incursions into previously unaffected regions such as Jeju Island.
Professor EueHun Lee's research lab specializes in consumer behavior, with a focus on aging populations, health technology adoption, and relationship marketing in service industries. The lab investigates how life transitions, psychological needs, and technological innovations influence consumer decisions, particularly among older adults and in health and hospitality sectors. Key research directions include mobile health adoption, anti-aging consumption behaviors, and the role of relationship quality in driving customer loyalty. The lab employs advanced quantitative methods such as structural equation modeling to explore causal relationships in consumer behavior.
Professor Jin-Kyu Park's research lab specializes in cardiovascular and metabolic disease epidemiology, with a focus on atrial fibrillation, insulin resistance, and vascular aging in Asian populations. The lab investigates the electrophysiological and structural markers of left atrial remodeling, such as P-wave morphology and pulse wave velocity, to predict arrhythmia recurrence and cardiovascular outcomes. They also explore the role of oxidative stress and metabolic factors in liver aging and cardiovascular risk using translational models, including SMP30 knockout mice. Their work integrates clinical cardiology, non-invasive hemodynamic assessment, and population-based longitudinal studies to identify early predictors of cardiovascular disease.
Professor Hyung Woo Park's research lab focuses on regenerative medicine and neurodegenerative disease therapeutics, with a strong emphasis on stem cell-based therapies for neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s disease and ischemic stroke. The lab investigates novel delivery methods for neuroprotective agents like Coenzyme Q10 and explores the therapeutic potential of human umbilical cord blood-derived mesenchymal stem cells (hUCB-MSCs) in promoting neural repair and functional recovery. Additionally, the lab contributes to developmental biology by studying intestinal morphogenesis in human embryos, and it examines the impact of big data on data center infrastructure, particularly in high-throughput scientific computing environments.
Professor Kyulee Lee's research lab specializes in music information retrieval and audio signal processing, with a strong focus on automatic music analysis and chord recognition. The lab develops innovative machine learning techniques that leverage symbolic music data to generate high-quality, automatically labeled training data for audio-based models, significantly reducing reliance on manual annotation. Key research directions include harmonic analysis, audio-to-symbolic alignment, and the application of dynamic time warping and hidden Markov models for music similarity and transcription tasks. The lab also explores objective evaluation methods for clinical applications, such as voice and speech therapy assessment using acoustic features.
Professor Gunhee Han's research lab specializes in low-power, high-efficiency analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits, with a strong focus on advanced CMOS design for emerging applications in biomedical systems, image sensors, and intelligent transportation. The lab pioneers innovative circuit architectures—such as inverter-based switched-capacitor circuits and column-parallel ADCs—to enable ultra-low power operation in scaled CMOS technologies. Key research directions include energy-efficient analog-to-digital conversion, real-time signal processing, and intelligent data prediction using neural networks. The lab’s work bridges theoretical circuit design with practical implementations in implantable medical devices, high-speed image sensors, and smart mobility systems.
Professor Nak-Jung Kim's research lab specializes in the design and synthesis of advanced functional materials for optoelectronic and energy applications. Key research directions include the development of novel organic semiconductors—particularly n-type polymers and dyes—for organic field-effect transistors and dye-sensitized solar cells, as well as the engineering of luminescent nanocrystals such as ZnSe/ZnS:Mn for white-light emission. The lab also investigates photorefractive polymers and heteroaromatic polymers with tailored electronic and optical properties, emphasizing structure-property relationships to enhance performance and stability.
Professor JooYoung Lee's research lab specializes in cryptographic systems and secure protocols, with a strong focus on key management, authenticated key exchange, and the security analysis of cryptographic primitives. The lab investigates combinatorial designs for efficient and resilient key predistribution in sensor networks, while also advancing the formal security proofs of fundamental cryptographic constructions such as compression functions and hash functions. Research spans theoretical foundations and practical applications, emphasizing provable security under standard assumptions like the computational Diffie-Hellman and random oracle models. The lab is particularly known for developing novel proof techniques and improving the security guarantees of widely used cryptographic schemes.
Professor Hye-Won Jeong's research lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying gastrointestinal carcinogenesis, with a particular emphasis on pancreatic and gastric cancers. The lab investigates key biomarkers such as HMGB1, Oct4, and Nanog in early carcinogenesis, tumor microenvironment modulation, and angiogenesis. Their work integrates clinical biomarker discovery with translational research, aiming to improve early diagnosis, prognosis prediction, and therapeutic strategies for pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma and gastric cancer.
Professor Sathishkumar Natarajan's research lab specializes in computational and systems biology approaches to understand disease mechanisms and plant stress responses. The lab focuses on identifying molecular targets and natural compounds for cancer therapy, particularly through in silico drug docking with anti-apoptotic proteins and ginsenosides. It also investigates genetic and molecular mechanisms underlying plant resistance to pathogens and abiotic stresses, such as clubroot disease in Brassica and cold stress responses mediated by glutathione transferases. The integration of bioinformatics, structural biology, and functional genomics defines the lab’s interdisciplinary research direction.
Professor Jae Young Kim's research lab specializes in advanced materials and devices for sustainable energy conversion and biomedical applications. The lab focuses on developing efficient photoelectrodes for solar water splitting, particularly using hematite and iron-based oxo-hydroxides, to enhance solar energy utilization. It also explores innovative microfluidic and plasma-based technologies for point-of-care diagnostics and targeted cancer therapy. The integration of nanomaterials, electrochemistry, and device engineering lies at the core of the lab’s interdisciplinary approach.
Professor Wono Yang's research lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying posttranslational modifications—particularly O-GlcNAcylation and sialylation—in regulating cellular signaling, protein turnover, and immune responses. The lab investigates how glycan modifications on key transcription factors (e.g., NFκB, p53) and cell surface receptors (e.g., selectins) influence inflammation, metabolism, and host-microbe interactions. A central theme is the role of glycosidases and glycosyltransferases in controlling protein function and disease progression, especially in metabolic and inflammatory disorders such as diabetes and inflammatory bowel disease.
Professor Jae-Seok Min's research lab specializes in advancing minimally invasive surgical techniques for gastrointestinal cancers, with a strong focus on sentinel node navigation surgery, innovative surgical devices, and hybrid endo-laparoscopic procedures. The lab investigates novel technologies such as RFID-based clip detection to enhance surgical precision and develops tailored surgical algorithms for gastric tumors. Key research directions include improving oncological outcomes, reducing surgical morbidity, and optimizing postoperative management in gastric cancer patients.
Professor Jin Uk Han's research lab specializes in transition-metal-catalyzed asymmetric synthesis, with a strong focus on palladium- and gold-catalyzed reactions for the efficient and enantioselective construction of chiral molecules. Key research directions include asymmetric hydrosilylation, cross-coupling reactions, and the development of novel chiral ligands—particularly planar chiral ferrocene-based phosphines—for high-precision catalysis. The lab also explores sustainable catalytic processes under mild conditions, such as aerobic oxidation and room-temperature reactions, aligning with green chemistry principles. Their work contributes significantly to the synthesis of complex chiral building blocks with applications in pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.
