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 Sul-Hee Park's research lab focuses on molecular oncology, particularly the genetic and molecular mechanisms underlying brain tumors such as meningiomas and hepatocellular carcinoma. The lab investigates tumor suppressor genes like p53, explores biomarkers for early detection and prognosis, and examines host-pathogen interactions in infectious diseases, including novel coagulase-negative staphylococci. Additionally, the lab contributes to clinical diagnostics by evaluating rapid molecular tests and assessing metabolic markers in diabetes and kidney disease.
Professor Sin Ha-yun's research lab specializes in the intersection of science education, ethics, and the history of science, with a strong emphasis on integrating historical case studies into science ethics curricula. The lab explores the cultural and intellectual history of science through literary and archival sources, particularly focusing on women's writings and historical narratives in East Asian contexts. Research directions include the pedagogical use of scientific history in ethics education, the representation of scientific figures and events in textbooks, and the literary and cultural significance of historical texts such as palace poetry and women’s literary collections.
Professor Park Jung-Ku's research lab specializes in Chinese grammar, aspect systems, and syntactic typology, with a strong focus on the grammaticalization of aspect markers such as 'le' and modal particles like 'jiù', 'cái', 'dōu', and 'yě'. The lab investigates word order constraints, argument structure, and information structure in Mandarin Chinese and its dialects, employing corpus-based and typological methodologies to explore the evolution of grammatical categories, including classifiers, postpositions, and parts of speech. The lab also examines how cognitive factors such as image schemas and discourse prominence shape syntactic patterns and aspectual meanings across time and language contact.
Professor Yun-hwan Lim's research lab specializes in the intersection of artificial intelligence, narrative generation, and educational technology. The lab explores how generative AI can transform complex literary works into accessible, child-friendly content through adaptive text generation and AI-driven illustration. A key focus is enhancing user experience in interactive storytelling environments, particularly in gaming and educational applications. The lab also investigates the psychological and emotional impact of AI-generated narratives on users, emphasizing immersion and engagement.
Professor Dae-Sung Jeong's research lab specializes in critical theory, political philosophy, and the philosophy of law, with a focus on Jürgen Habermas’s discourse ethics, communicative rationality, and the critique of modernity and postmodernity. The lab explores themes such as the legitimacy of pluralism, the role of language and narrative in moral and political reasoning, and the philosophical foundations of democracy and justice. It also investigates Hegel’s legal and political thought as a counterpoint to contemporary neoliberalism and as a framework for rethinking the state, civil society, and the ethics of property and recognition.
Professor Kyung-Seok Heo's research lab specializes in biomaterials and regenerative dentistry, focusing on advanced implant coatings, bone regeneration, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy for cranial defects. The lab investigates novel surface modification techniques for titanium implants—such as super-high-speed blasting for hydroxyapatite coating—to enhance osseointegration and biocompatibility. It also explores clinical applications of imaging modalities in dental implant planning and evaluates geriatric dental care needs in aging populations. Additionally, the lab conducts preclinical studies on bone graft substitutes and growth factors to optimize healing in critical-sized bone defects.
Professor Sok-Ju Cho's research focuses on Paleozoic stratigraphy, paleoecology, and biostratigraphy of the Korean Peninsula and adjacent regions, with particular emphasis on the Lower to Middle Paleozoic fossil assemblages, including stromatoporoids, corals, and microbialites. His work explores tectonostratigraphic relationships, paleogeographic reconstructions, and the significance of fossil-bearing sequences in understanding the geological evolution of the Sino-Korean Craton. He has made key contributions to the recognition of Middle Paleozoic strata in the Korean Peninsula, challenging previous assumptions about the 'great hiatus' in the Middle Paleozoic and highlighting biostratigraphic correlations with South China. His research integrates field observations, lithostratigraphic analysis, and detailed paleontological studies to reconstruct ancient depositional environments and tectonic settings.
Professor Jae-Hyoung Lee's research lab specializes in international economic law, with a primary focus on international investment law, climate change law, and trade regulations. The lab investigates critical issues such as expropriation in international investment, the legal frameworks governing anti-dumping measures under the WTO, carbon market mechanisms including emission trading systems, and the interplay between international treaties and domestic legal systems—particularly in the context of U.S.-Korea trade agreements. The lab emphasizes normative analysis, institutional design, and policy implementation in global economic governance.
Professor Ji Ha Lee's research lab specializes in Korean classical literature, with a primary focus on 18th-century Korean long novels and their narrative structures, particularly exploring themes of familial conflict, gender roles, and ideological constructs such as yangban (scholar-official) values and Confucianism. The lab investigates how literary forms like melodrama, conspiracy narratives, and gendered storytelling function as vehicles for social and moral ideology in pre-modern Korean fiction. It also examines the role of women as both subjects and producers of narrative, especially in popular literary genres such as 'daeha-sol' (historical novels) and 'gungdan' (courtly tales).
Professor Gwang-Min Ko's research lab specializes in Chinese language education, with a focus on pedagogical innovation in Chinese as a second language. The lab explores communicative language teaching methods, text-based instruction using rhetorical and compositional analysis (such as chapter structure analysis), and the integration of translation studies into Chinese curricula. It also investigates the cultural and literary reception of classical Chinese texts, particularly Han Dynasty and Tang Dynasty literature, emphasizing their pedagogical and popularization potential in modern education.
Professor Hyun Don Joo's research lab focuses on gastrointestinal and pancreatic diseases, with a strong emphasis on endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)-guided interventions for pancreatic neoplasms and advanced endoscopic therapies. The lab also investigates rare extra-intestinal manifestations of inflammatory bowel disease, such as inflammatory myositis, and explores pharmacogenomic factors underlying adverse drug reactions, particularly to antituberculous drugs. Additionally, the lab contributes to architectural and environmental planning for dementia care facilities, integrating geriatric healthcare needs with human-centered design. These interdisciplinary efforts reflect a commitment to improving clinical outcomes and quality of life in aging and complex disease populations.
Professor Yoo Jeong Kim's research lab specializes in clinical and translational research in rheumatology, ophthalmology, and gastroenterology, with a focus on autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. The lab investigates the prevalence and clinical features of comorbid conditions such as Sjögren’s syndrome in rheumatoid arthritis, glaucoma in systemic lupus erythematosus, and meibomian gland dysfunction in dry eye disease. Using advanced imaging techniques like optical coherence tomography and endoscopic technologies, the lab evaluates diagnostic accuracy, treatment efficacy, and patient outcomes in a range of chronic conditions.
Professor Young-sil Park's research lab specializes in maternal-fetal medicine and hemophilia management, focusing on perinatal complications associated with multiple births and the clinical challenges of treating hemophilia patients with inhibitors. The lab investigates the impact of maternal infections—particularly Ureaplasma urealyticum—on neonatal outcomes and explores innovative, less invasive treatments for bleeding complications in hemophilic patients, including sequential therapy and ultrasound-guided interventions. Their work bridges obstetric microbiology and hematology, emphasizing patient safety and improved clinical outcomes in high-risk populations.
Professor Hyunseong Huh's research lab specializes in international economics, with a focus on structural economic transformations driven by demographic change, foreign direct investment (FDI), and global trade dynamics. The lab investigates the long-term impacts of population aging and labor market adjustments on economic growth, particularly in East Asian economies, while also analyzing the strategic implications of FDI on industrial competitiveness and employment. Additionally, the lab explores macroeconomic policy challenges, including exchange rate dynamics, trade imbalances, and regional economic integration, especially in Northeast Asia. The research integrates econometric modeling with policy-oriented analysis to address pressing developmental and strategic issues in a globalized economy.
Professor Yun Jin Cha's research lab specializes in translational and molecular pathology, focusing on the histopathological and radiological characterization of vascular and thyroid disorders, as well as the molecular mechanisms underlying breast cancer progression. The lab investigates radiation-induced vascular lesions, tumor microenvironment features such as lymphangiogenesis and fibrosis, and the metabolic and immune profiles of breast cancer subtypes, including triple-negative and lobular carcinomas. Additionally, the lab explores rare endocrine and inflammatory disorders, such as diffuse follicular variant papillary thyroid carcinoma and Rosai-Dorfman disease with IgG4-related features, integrating clinical imaging with immunohistochemical and molecular analyses.
Professor Yooju Nam's research lab focuses on clinical and translational studies in nephrology and infectious diseases, with a strong emphasis on biomarker discovery and patient outcomes. The lab investigates non-invasive predictors for kidney graft survival, particularly proteinuria's role in long-term transplant outcomes, and explores immune responses in vaccinated individuals infected with SARS-CoV-2 variants. Additionally, the lab examines the impact of systemic health factors—such as dyslipidemia and hypertension—on chronic kidney disease progression and postoperative complications. Recent work also addresses healthcare system challenges, including the effects of medical workforce shortages on inpatient physician practice patterns.
Professor Jae-Yong Yang's research lab specializes in supply chain management, digital transformation in retail, and innovation adoption in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The lab focuses on developing strategic frameworks for resilient global supply chains, evaluating the impact of emerging technologies like Electronic Shelf Labels (ESL) on operational efficiency and customer experience, and designing evidence-based policy indicators for local business district revitalization. The lab integrates analytical methods such as AHP and innovation diffusion theory to bridge academic insights with practical applications in retail and small business ecosystems.
Professor Inkyun Ryu's research lab focuses on the neurobiological and psychological mechanisms underlying stress-related disorders, particularly post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and fatigue, with an emphasis on high-risk populations such as firefighters and university students. The lab investigates the neural circuits and molecular pathways—particularly involving the amygdala, prefrontal cortex, and hippocampus—linked to trauma, stress, and cognitive dysfunction. Using neuroimaging, behavioral assessments, and molecular analyses, the lab aims to identify early biomarkers and develop preventive strategies for mental health disorders.
Professor Woo-Sook Jeong's research lab specializes in Korean cinema studies, with a focus on narrative structures, cinematic ethics, and the representation of trauma and motherhood in contemporary Korean films. The lab explores how filmmakers like Bong Joon-ho and Lee Chang-dong use cinematic form to interrogate social realities, particularly through recurring motifs such as the 'girl' as a symbolic victim and the moral complexity of maternal figures. It also investigates the interplay between literary texts and film, especially in the adaptation and intertextual referencing of poetry, drama, and modernist literature.
Professor Jihyun Choo's research lab focuses on critical gender studies, with an emphasis on the interplay between gender, violence, and state policies in contemporary South Korea. The lab investigates patriarchal structures embedded in legal, military, and welfare institutions, particularly how gendered norms shape responses to sexual violence, family violence, and military conscription. Central to the lab’s work is the analysis of dominant discourses—such as 'law sentiment,' 'neoliberalism,' and 'military masculinity'—that reproduce gendered power hierarchies and systemic inequalities. The research also explores the intersection of gender with class, sexuality, and disability, especially in relation to victimization, care work, and social control.
