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 Gijeong Lee's research lab focuses on the intricate interactions between the host immune system, intestinal microbiota, and bacterial pathogens, particularly in the context of gut immunity and inflammatory diseases. The lab investigates how commensal and pathogenic bacteria shape the development of gut-associated lymphoid tissues (GALT) and influence B cell receptor diversification and antibody repertoire formation. Using animal models such as rabbits and mice, the lab explores the molecular mechanisms of bacterial virulence factors—especially the Bacteroides fragilis toxin (BFT)—in driving inflammation, epithelial barrier disruption, and colorectal pathologies. Additionally, the lab examines the dual role of mesenchymal stem cells in tumor progression and immune modulation, highlighting their complex impact on the tumor microenvironment.
Professor Suha Kwak's research lab specializes in weakly supervised and self-supervised visual representation learning, with a focus on semantic segmentation, instance segmentation, and visual tracking using minimal or no dense annotations. The lab develops innovative deep learning frameworks that leverage image-level labels, attention maps, and feature propagation to discover and localize objects in complex, real-world scenarios. Key research directions include unsupervised domain adaptation, metric learning with robustness to noise, and unsupervised discovery of dominant objects in uncurated image collections.
Professor Kyung-Eun Lee's research lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying cancer progression, particularly in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), with a strong emphasis on the tumor microenvironment, hypoxia, and stromal cell heterogeneity. The lab investigates how hypoxia regulates cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs), inflammatory signaling (e.g., IL1α), and tumor-stroma crosstalk to drive tumor initiation and therapy resistance. Additionally, the lab explores the impact of behavioral and psychological factors—such as smartphone dependency and anxiety—on health outcomes, especially in adolescent and young adult populations. These interdisciplinary efforts bridge cancer biology with behavioral health, aiming to identify novel therapeutic targets and public health interventions.
Professor Jeong-Yeol Park's research lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary tract cancers, with a particular emphasis on early carcinogenesis, tumor microenvironment, and prognostic biomarkers. The lab investigates key transcription factors like Oct4 and Nanog in pancreatic cancer, explores the role of signaling molecules such as VEGF-C and claudin 7 in cancer progression and metastasis, and examines the impact of bile acids in biliary tract carcinogenesis. Their work integrates clinical pathology with molecular biology to identify novel diagnostic and prognostic markers in rare and aggressive cancers.
Professor Mihye Lee's research lab specializes in atmospheric chemistry, with a focus on the sources, transformation, and impacts of trace gases and aerosols in the atmosphere. The lab investigates reactive trace gases such as hydrogen peroxide, formaldehyde, and organic hydroperoxides, particularly in biomass burning plumes and regional pollution events. Using advanced analytical techniques like HPLC with fluorescence detection and stable isotope analysis, the lab explores secondary organic aerosol formation, aerosol mixing states, and the role of anthropogenic and biomass emissions in air quality and climate. Their work spans field campaigns in East Asia, the South Atlantic, and South America, emphasizing the chemical and optical properties of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and light-absorbing aerosols.
Professor Jinho Jung's research lab focuses on environmental and systems engineering, with a strong emphasis on sustainable environmental technologies and data-driven environmental risk assessment. Key research directions include the development of advanced oxidation processes for water treatment—particularly microbubble-based ozonation for contaminant degradation—and the ecotoxicological impact of emerging pollutants such as biodegradable and conventional microplastics. The lab also investigates climate change impacts on aquatic ecosystems through species distribution modeling and explores the integration of statistical and econometric models (e.g., GARCH and VAR) to analyze financial market dynamics and information transmission across international stock markets.
Professor Seung-Hyun Cheon's research lab specializes in educational psychology and physical education, with a primary focus on autonomy-supportive teaching practices and their impact on students' psychological needs, motivation, and well-being. The lab investigates how teacher behaviors—particularly autonomy support—enhance students' intrinsic motivation, engagement, prosocial behavior, and academic outcomes, while also benefiting teachers' own psychological states. Using experimental and longitudinal designs across diverse school settings, the lab contributes to the practical application of Self-Determination Theory in physical education and fitness contexts.
Professor SeungHee Park's research lab specializes in structural health monitoring (SHM) and non-destructive evaluation (NDE) technologies, with a focus on developing advanced sensing and signal processing techniques for civil and mechanical infrastructure. The lab pioneers the use of piezoelectric materials—particularly PZT and MFC patches—combined with data-driven methods such as principal component analysis (PCA), k-means clustering, and deep learning for real-time damage detection in steel structures and wire ropes. A key research direction involves improving early warning systems for natural disasters, especially wildfires, through AI-powered image analysis and synthetic data generation to address data imbalance in training. The lab also explores innovative sensing modalities, including impedance-based methods and magnetic flux leakage (MFL) techniques, for reliable in-situ condition assessment of critical infrastructure.
Professor Jae-woong Lee's research lab focuses on neuroinflammatory mechanisms in neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer’s disease, with an emphasis on how systemic inflammation exacerbates amyloidogenesis and cognitive decline. The lab also investigates metabolic disorders such as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in relation to hyperuricemia, exploring underlying pathophysiological links. Additionally, the lab engages in bioactive natural product research, identifying anti-inflammatory compounds like inflexinol from medicinal plants, and applies tissue engineering principles to develop biomaterials for skin regeneration. These interdisciplinary efforts span neuroscience, metabolic disease, natural product pharmacology, and biomedical materials.
Professor Young-Woong Suh's research lab specializes in the development of advanced catalysts for sustainable energy applications, with a primary focus on liquid organic hydrogen carriers (LOHCs) and biomass conversion. The lab investigates noble and non-noble metal catalysts—particularly Pd, Pt, and Ni—supported on mesoporous materials for efficient hydrogenation and dehydrogenation reactions under mild conditions. A key research direction involves designing high-surface-area, stable catalyst supports through innovative synthesis methods such as solvent-deficient precipitation to enhance metal dispersion and resistance to sintering and coking. The lab also explores the role of metal-support interactions and heteroatom effects in tuning catalytic activity and selectivity for clean energy technologies.
Professor Min-Soo Choi's research lab specializes in data-driven healthcare process optimization and intelligent system design, with a focus on leveraging machine learning, process mining, and computer vision to improve clinical workflows and medical decision-making. The lab develops advanced analytical methods for electronic health record (EHR) data standardization, event log construction, and performance monitoring in healthcare settings—particularly in emergency and outpatient departments. It also explores innovative applications in inkjet printing technology through closed-loop machine learning, demonstrating a strong interdisciplinary approach bridging engineering and healthcare informatics. The lab emphasizes real-world applicability, combining simulation, high-speed imaging, and expert validation to address complex system-level challenges.
Professor Jangseop Moon's research lab specializes in translational neuroscience and pharmacogenomics, focusing on the genetic and molecular mechanisms underlying neurological and psychiatric disorders. Key research directions include identifying HLA-associated genetic risk factors for drug-induced adverse reactions in epilepsy patients, particularly to antiepileptic drugs like lamotrigine and oxcarbazepine. The lab also investigates biomarkers for early neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, using accessible tissues like olfactory epithelium to study microRNA expression. Additionally, the lab explores the pathophysiology of autonomic and neuropsychiatric conditions, including postural tachycardia syndrome and pharmacoresistant epilepsy.
Professor Changgyu Lee's research lab specializes in regenerative biology and biotechnology, with a focus on stem cell biology, in vitro meat production, and reproductive biotechnology. The lab investigates in vitro myogenesis for cultured meat development, porcine embryonic stem cells, and primordial germ cell survival, integrating molecular biology, stem cell culture, and advanced bioprocessing techniques. Their work also extends to enzymatic modification of starch for industrial applications, reflecting a broader interest in bio-based materials and bioprocess innovation.
Professor Jae Seung Lee's research lab specializes in clinical and translational studies focusing on abdominal and hepatobiliary diseases, with a strong emphasis on imaging-based diagnostics, interventional radiology, and molecular mechanisms underlying liver cancer and pulmonary complications. The lab investigates conditions such as nutcracker syndrome in pediatric hematuria, biliary intraductal papillary neoplasms, and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), particularly in relation to treatment response evaluation using advanced imaging criteria like mRECIST. Additionally, the lab explores the role of molecular pathways—such as AMPK signaling—in lung inflammation and emphysema, linking basic science with clinical outcomes. Their work bridges radiological diagnostics, oncology, and molecular pathophysiology to improve patient management and outcomes.
Professor Seung-Young Ahn's research lab specializes in wireless power transfer (WPT) technologies with a focus on electromagnetic compatibility, efficiency optimization, and electromagnetic field (EMF) reduction in electric vehicle and railway applications. The lab develops innovative coil designs, shielding techniques, and autonomous alignment systems to enhance power transfer performance while ensuring safety and compliance with EMF regulations. Key research directions include dynamic wireless charging for on-road vehicles, high-efficiency non-contact power transfer systems, and intelligent control strategies for real-time misalignment compensation. The lab combines simulation, prototyping, and experimental validation to advance sustainable and smart electrified transportation systems.
Professor Jeong-Ho Yoon's research lab specializes in advanced resistive switching memory devices and artificial neuromorphic systems, focusing on the development of next-generation ReRAM (Resistive Random Access Memory) with superior scalability, low power consumption, and high reliability. The lab pioneers electroforming-free, self-rectifying, and nanoscale memristor architectures—particularly using novel mobile species like Ru and tailored oxide heterostructures (e.g., HfO₂/Ta₂O₅)—to enable high-density memory and brain-inspired computing. A key research direction involves mimicking biological nociceptors through diffusive memristors for real-time sensory alarm systems, bridging neuromorphic engineering with biomedical and robotic applications. The lab emphasizes fundamental device physics, interface engineering, and circuit integration for emerging applications in AI hardware and intelligent robotics.
Professor Heon-Soo Jeon's research lab specializes in advanced optoelectronic materials and nanophotonic devices, with a primary focus on wide-bandgap II-VI semiconductor heterostructures for blue and green light-emitting applications. The lab pioneers the development of laser diodes based on (Zn,Cd)Se/ZnSe quantum wells, achieving room-temperature and quasi-continuous wave operation through innovative heterostructure design and lattice-matching techniques. Recent work extends into topological photonics and photonic crystal phosphors, where they engineer photonic band structures for enhanced light extraction and emission control in next-generation solid-state lighting and nanophotonic devices. The lab integrates molecular beam epitaxy, nanostructure engineering, and photonic crystal design to advance efficient, compact, and robust light sources.
Professor Ryu's research lab specializes in advanced materials design for energy storage and mechanical behavior at the nanoscale, with a primary focus on silicon-based anodes for high-performance lithium-ion batteries. The lab investigates the fundamental mechanisms of volume expansion, fracture, and interfacial instability during electrochemical cycling, employing advanced in situ and ex situ characterization techniques such as TEM and SEM. Key research directions include nanostructured silicon architectures (e.g., hollow spheres, yolk–shell, nanopillars), surface oxide effects, and mechanical stabilization strategies to enhance cycle life and rate capability. The lab also explores defect dynamics and mechanical properties in functional materials, including doped tungsten, using multiscale simulations and nanoindentation.
Professor Ja-Eun Kim's research lab focuses on epigenetic regulation and cell cycle control in cancer biology, with a particular emphasis on histone modifications, chromatin dynamics, and signaling pathways governing cell proliferation, genomic stability, and tumorigenesis. The lab investigates key regulators such as DOT1L, TopBP1, and SIRT1/DBC1 in maintaining genomic integrity and their roles in cancer progression. Current research directions include the epigenetic mechanisms underlying chromosomal instability, cytokinesis regulation via Ect2, and the therapeutic targeting of oncogenic transcription factors like STAT3 in breast cancer.
Professor Tae-kyung Kwon's research lab specializes in cybersecurity and privacy-preserving technologies, with a strong focus on lightweight and practical authentication protocols for resource-constrained environments such as wireless sensor networks and mobile systems. The lab investigates human-centric security threats—particularly shoulder surfing and side-channel attacks—while developing novel cryptographic techniques like amplified password proofs and covert attentional resistance mechanisms. Key research directions include secure key agreement, anonymous authentication, and quality-of-service-aware admission control in multimedia networks.
