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 Man-Seok Kim's research lab focuses on host-pathogen interactions, particularly in plant-microbe systems such as Fusarium verticillioides and maize, using advanced multi-omics and computational approaches. The lab specializes in constructing and analyzing co-expression networks to identify functional subnetwork modules underlying pathogenicity and host defense mechanisms. They also explore emerging biological phenomena such as intercellular mitochondrial transfer in cancer, emphasizing its role in immune evasion and metabolic reprogramming. Their work integrates systems biology, RNA-Seq, spatial transcriptomics, and computational modeling to uncover regulatory networks in both agricultural and clinical contexts.
Professor Manjin Kim's research lab specializes in cutting-edge biophotonics and cellular signaling, focusing on optogenetic tools and live-cell imaging to dissect fundamental mechanisms of cell migration, ciliogenesis, and growth factor signaling. The lab develops innovative optical techniques—such as wavefront shaping and optogenetic systems—to achieve precise spatiotemporal control of intracellular signals like Ca²⁺ and TGF-β, enabling high-resolution dissection of dynamic cellular processes. A central theme is understanding how cytoskeletal dynamics, transcriptional coactivators (YAP/TAZ), and small GTPases (Rac1, Cdc42) coordinate to regulate cell polarity and fate decisions. The lab also applies next-generation sequencing to identify genetic causes of inherited retinal diseases, bridging basic mechanisms with clinical applications.
Professor Hyun Jung Kim's research lab specializes in developing advanced microfluidic organ-on-a-chip platforms to model human intestinal physiology and pathophysiology with high biological fidelity. The lab focuses on integrating human intestinal epithelial cells, gut microbiomes, and dynamic mechanical cues—such as peristalsis-like motions and fluid flow—to create physiologically relevant in vitro models. These systems enable the study of host-microbe interactions, drug absorption, and inflammatory responses, offering a human-relevant alternative to animal testing. The lab also pioneers microfluidic devices to stabilize complex microbial communities by controlling spatial organization and environmental parameters.
Professor Beomseok Noh's research lab specializes in system-level optimization for emerging persistent memory (PM) technologies, focusing on enhancing the performance, durability, and efficiency of database systems and storage structures. The lab explores novel data structures—such as radix trees, extendible hashing, and slotted pages—designed specifically for byte-addressable non-volatile memory, with an emphasis on reducing I/O overhead, write amplification, and synchronization costs. Key research directions include failure-atomic data structures, efficient logging mechanisms (e.g., NVWAL), and hybrid indexing strategies combining B-trees and LSM-trees for high-performance key-value stores. The lab’s work bridges systems software, database management, and hardware-aware algorithms to build resilient and high-throughput storage systems on next-generation persistent memory platforms.
Professor Hijin Park's research lab specializes in medical imaging and translational research, focusing on improving diagnostic accuracy and therapeutic strategies for musculoskeletal disorders and systemic autoimmune diseases. The lab investigates advanced imaging techniques such as MRI and low-dose CT to enhance the detection and assessment of conditions like peroneal tendinopathy, cervical neural foraminal stenosis, and spinal trauma. Additionally, the lab explores the role of microbial metabolites—particularly butyrate—in treating fibrosis associated with systemic sclerosis, bridging imaging, immunology, and microbiome science. Their work emphasizes clinical applicability, aiming to refine scoring systems like TLICS and develop non-invasive screening tools such as whole-body MRI for early cancer and disease detection.
Professor Hee Young Na's research lab focuses on molecular oncology and translational pathology, with a strong emphasis on biomarker discovery and immune microenvironment characterization in gastrointestinal cancers, particularly gastric and colorectal cancer. The lab investigates the role of key regulatory pathways such as Nrf2, NLRP3 inflammasome, and p53 in tumorigenesis and immune modulation, integrating immunohistochemistry, molecular diagnostics, and bioinformatics. Recent work also extends into data standardization and natural language processing for pathology report integration into clinical data models, supporting precision oncology research.
Professor Sang Hyuk Lee's research lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) and thyroid cancer, with a particular emphasis on cancer stem cells, signaling pathways such as Wnt/β-catenin, and epigenetic regulation. The lab investigates tumor progression, lymph node metastasis, and the tumor microenvironment, including angiogenesis and fibrotic responses. It also explores therapeutic strategies using agents like valproic acid and stem cell-based therapies to target cancer stemness and improve treatment outcomes. The research integrates molecular oncology, immunohistochemistry, and translational studies to identify predictive biomarkers and novel therapeutic targets.
Professor Sungho Jeong's research lab focuses on advancing wound healing therapies, particularly for diabetic foot ulcers, through innovative biological and biomaterial-based approaches. The lab investigates the roles of growth factors, stem cells (such as stromal vascular fraction cells), and natural compounds like Panax ginseng in enhancing tissue repair and microcirculation. It also evaluates the safety and efficacy of medical dressings, especially silver-based ones, in chronic wound management. The research integrates in vitro cell studies with clinical pilot investigations to translate findings into practical treatments for diabetic complications.
Professor Seungdam Choi's research lab specializes in tourism and cultural heritage studies, with a focus on urban tourism image, community attachment in tourist destinations, and visitor experience in cultural sites. The lab conducts empirical research on spatial image perception in traditional cultural tourism areas, visitor motivations, and the effectiveness of interpretative media in museums. It also develops and validates measurement scales for tourism-related constructs such as community attachment and recreation substitution.
Professor Da-Ham Kim's research lab specializes in translational molecular oncology and endocrinology, focusing on the identification of molecular biomarkers and therapeutic targets in thyroid cancer and pituitary disorders. The lab investigates genetic and epigenetic alterations—such as TERT promoter and BRAF V600E mutations—in aggressive papillary thyroid cancer to improve diagnosis and prognosis. It also explores non-coding RNAs, including lncRNAs, for their potential in molecular diagnostics, and evaluates novel hormonal therapies, such as long-acting FSH and cabergoline response predictors, in endocrine-related cancers and hypogonadism. Additionally, the lab examines the off-target effects of emerging immunotherapies, such as NK cell therapy, on endocrine function.
Professor Nayun Choi's research lab specializes in advanced head and neck surgical techniques, with a focus on minimally invasive otologic surgery and reconstructive microsurgery. The lab investigates endoscopic and microscopic tympanoplasty outcomes, chorda tympani nerve preservation in middle ear surgery, and innovative flap techniques for complex craniofacial reconstruction. Additionally, the lab applies artificial intelligence to improve individualized survival prediction in laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma, integrating clinical and demographic factors for precision oncology.
Professor Young Soo Nam's research lab specializes in biomaterials development and regenerative medicine, focusing on designing advanced scaffolds for tissue engineering and wound healing. The lab investigates biocompatible matrices—such as gelatin and hyaluronic acid-based sponges and polycaprolactone/gelatin fibrous mats—engineered for controlled growth factor delivery and enhanced cell proliferation. Key research directions include optimizing material cross-linking, pore structure, and heparin conjugation to improve biological performance in regenerative applications. The lab also contributes to clinical translational research, particularly in gastrointestinal surgery and oncology, addressing complications such as ureteric injury and microsatellite instability in colorectal and gastric cancers.
Professor Jae-hyun Jeong's research lab focuses on the intersection of metabolic and musculoskeletal health in aging populations, particularly postmenopausal women. The lab investigates hormonal influences on osteoarthritis, gout, and metabolic syndrome, with an emphasis on how menopausal hormone therapy affects serum uric acid levels, joint health, and mental health outcomes. Key research directions include the epidemiological and physiological links between hormonal changes, chronic inflammation, and systemic conditions such as insulin resistance, kidney disease, and mental health disorders. The lab utilizes large-scale national health surveys to explore population-level trends and clinical interventions, including aquatic exercise for respiratory function in spinal cord injury patients.
Professor Jeongmi Lee's research lab specializes in green and sustainable bioprocessing, focusing on the efficient extraction and characterization of bioactive natural products from biomass. The lab investigates novel biochemical pathways, particularly in polyamine biosynthesis and enzyme function in pathogenic bacteria like *Vibrio cholerae*, with implications for drug discovery and metabolic engineering. Additionally, the lab explores the therapeutic potential of stem cell-derived extracellular vesicles in regenerative medicine, especially for bone-related diseases such as osteoporosis. A key theme across projects is the application of advanced analytical techniques—such as metabolomics, dynamic light scattering, and ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography—for understanding the impact of processing conditions on bioactive compound profiles and biological activity.
Professor Jae Hong Seo's research lab specializes in cryptography, with a strong focus on privacy-preserving systems and secure authenticated encryption. The lab explores advanced topics such as revocable identity-based encryption (RIBE), anonymous hierarchical identity-based encryption (HIBE), and secure searchable encryption, aiming to enhance both security and efficiency in real-world applications. Key research directions include constructing scalable, efficient, and provably secure cryptographic primitives under standard assumptions, with particular attention to resistance against advanced attacks like decryption key exposure and chosen-ciphertext attacks. The lab also investigates practical deployment challenges, such as key revocation, rejoining mechanisms, and constant-size ciphertexts, to support secure data outsourcing and cloud security.
Professor Kim Bong-Seok's research lab specializes in the economic impact and service quality analysis of international trade fairs, with a focus on their role in regional development and corporate branding. The lab conducts input-output and input-output-based regional input-output modeling to assess the economic ripple effects of trade shows on local economies, particularly in regions like Gyeonggi Province. It also investigates service quality dimensions in exhibition industries using empirical and qualitative methods such as the Sequential Incident Technique (SIT), aiming to develop standardized evaluation metrics for international expos. The lab’s work bridges economic policy, event management, and service innovation in high-value-added industries.
Professor Chanju Kim's research lab specializes in theoretical high-energy and mathematical physics, with a focus on solitonic solutions, topological defects, and supersymmetric field theories in (2+1) and (3+1) dimensions. The lab investigates self-dual systems, vortex solutions, and nontopological solitons in gauge theories with Chern-Simons and Maxwell-Higgs dynamics, as well as their relativistic and supersymmetric extensions. Key interests include the dynamics of vortices, Janus configurations, and cosmological solutions in string theory and the AdS/CFT correspondence, particularly through the lens of the Dirac-Born-Infeld action and attractor mechanisms.
Professor Sung-Hoon Lim's research lab specializes in computer vision and deep learning for autonomous systems, with a strong focus on monocular and multiview depth estimation, self-supervised learning, and 3D scene understanding. The lab develops geometrically principled neural networks that model motion, depth, and object dynamics in complex environments, particularly for autonomous driving applications. Key research directions include self-calibrating stereo reconstruction, disentangled representation learning for domain adaptation, and joint estimation of ego-motion and object motion from monocular video. The lab emphasizes robustness and generalization across diverse real-world scenarios through innovative architectural designs and self-supervisory signal engineering.
Professor Mi Kyoung Song's research lab focuses on cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, with a particular emphasis on arrhythmias, drug-induced cardiac toxicity, and the impact of dietary lipids on metabolic and cardiovascular health. The lab investigates the pathophysiology of rare but critical conditions such as pheochromocytoma in congenital heart disease patients and QT prolongation due to medications like meperidine. It also explores the role of essential fatty acids in lipid metabolism and cardiovascular function using animal models, especially in ruminants. Additionally, the lab contributes to understanding the cardiovascular complications of emerging infectious diseases, such as SARS-CoV-2 in pediatric populations.
Professor Min-young Seo's research lab focuses on otorhinolaryngological and systemic diseases with an emphasis on nasal and upper airway disorders, including allergic rhinitis, sleep apnea, and post-viral olfactory and gustatory dysfunctions. The lab investigates molecular mechanisms underlying these conditions using preclinical models and clinical data, with a particular interest in novel therapeutic interventions such as natural extracts (e.g., onion) and non-invasive monitoring techniques like cardiopulmonary coupling analysis. The research also extends to neurological and renal implications of systemic factors, such as Klotho in acute kidney injury, highlighting a translational approach from bench to bedside.
