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Professor Jaeyoung Byeon's research lab specializes in nonlinear partial differential equations, with a primary focus on singularly perturbed elliptic equations and nonlinear Schrödinger equations. The lab investigates the existence, concentration, and asymptotic behavior of bound state solutions, particularly those concentrating at critical points or geometric structures of potentials such as local minima, spheres, or isolated components. Their work often involves sharp conditions on nonlinearities and connections to variational methods, weighted Sobolev inequalities, and limiting problems in geometric domains.
Professor Minsu Jung's research lab focuses on health behavior, health communication, and social determinants of health, with a strong emphasis on health information-seeking behavior, health literacy, and health equity. The lab investigates how socioeconomic status, media use, and social capital influence health outcomes, particularly among vulnerable populations such as cancer survivors, older adults, and low-income communities in low- and middle-income countries. A central theme is reducing communication inequalities to improve health awareness, vaccination uptake, and patient empowerment in public health contexts.
Professor Jeong-Soo Woo's research lab focuses on clinical and translational studies in surgical oncology, head and neck surgery, and nephrology, with a strong emphasis on improving diagnostic accuracy and therapeutic outcomes. Key research directions include the development of sensitive biomarker assays—such as radioimmunoassays for urinary albumin—prognostic scoring systems in oral cancer, and minimally invasive treatments for pediatric conditions like ranulas using OK-432 sclerotherapy. The lab also investigates post-surgical complications, particularly voice and shoulder dysfunction following thyroidectomy and neck dissection, aiming to enhance patient-reported outcomes and rehabilitation strategies.
Professor Boo-Hyun Nam's research lab specializes in advanced construction materials and sustainable infrastructure, with a strong focus on nano-engineered cement composites, waste-derived materials for construction, and innovative geotechnical and geospatial analysis. The lab investigates the use of nanomaterials—such as graphene oxide and carbon nanotubes—to enhance the mechanical and durability properties of concrete and cement-based materials. It also explores data-driven modeling for soil compressibility and remote sensing techniques for detecting subsurface hazards like sinkholes, integrating materials science with civil infrastructure resilience. The lab's work bridges fundamental materials science with practical applications in sustainable construction and environmental monitoring.
Professor Ji-Tae Shin's research lab specializes in quality-of-service (QoS) optimization for next-generation communication networks, with a focus on intelligent video streaming, differentiated services (DiffServ), and adaptive networking under dynamic and resource-constrained environments. The lab also conducts cutting-edge research in medical image analysis, particularly in deep learning-based segmentation of early-stage pathological features in retinal and musculoskeletal imaging, such as drusen in age-related macular degeneration and cartilage in osteoarthritis. Additionally, the lab explores robust computer vision and deep learning techniques for autonomous driving systems, emphasizing resilience to environmental perturbations and real-time performance. The integration of AI-driven signal processing with QoS-aware networking and biomedical imaging forms the core of the lab’s interdisciplinary research direction.
Professor Duck-Woo Kim's research lab specializes in gastrointestinal oncology and surgical oncology, with a strong focus on colorectal and rectal cancer. The lab investigates prognostic biomarkers, such as ARID1A and mismatch repair genes, to understand cancer progression and patient outcomes. It also explores imaging strategies—particularly low-dose CT in acute appendicitis—and the impact of preoperative geriatric assessment and venous thromboembolism on surgical outcomes in elderly and colorectal cancer patients. The lab integrates clinical, pathological, and molecular approaches to improve personalized cancer care and treatment decision-making.
Professor Ha Jin Kim's research lab specializes in the development of advanced functional materials and flexible electronic devices for next-generation wearable and microscale systems. The lab focuses on stretchable and rubbery semiconductors, nanocomposite materials, and graphene-based coatings to enable high-performance sensors, optoelectronic devices, and low-friction mechanical systems. Key research directions include intrinsically stretchable electrodes, wearable photodetectors, and environmentally friendly water-based lubrication systems using 2D nanomaterials.
Professor Changhyun Kwon's research lab specializes in transportation systems optimization, with a focus on decision-making under uncertainty, behavioral modeling in route choice, and risk mitigation in hazardous materials transportation. The lab develops advanced mathematical programming and robust optimization techniques to address complex network design and facility location problems, particularly in the context of autonomous vehicles, shared mobility, and safety-critical infrastructure. Key research directions include bi-level optimization, conditional value-at-risk (CVaR) applications, and integrating human behavior and spatial dynamics into transportation planning models.
Professor Sanghag Kim's research lab focuses on the interplay between early childhood temperament, family socialization, and genetic factors in shaping children's socioemotional and cognitive development. The lab investigates how parent-child relationships—particularly mutual responsiveness and attachment security—moderate developmental trajectories, especially in self-regulation, conscience formation, and competence. Using longitudinal, multimethod designs across diverse ecological contexts, the lab explores gene-environment interactions and long-term outcomes in adaptive functioning, behavior problems, and moral development. A central theme is understanding the mechanisms through which early family experiences promote resilience or vulnerability in children's long-term adjustment.
Professor Cheol-goo Kim's research lab specializes in acoustic metamaterials and phononic crystals, focusing on the design and characterization of materials with unconventional effective properties such as negative density, negative modulus, and double negative behavior. The lab explores wave manipulation at subwavelength scales, including negative refraction, superlensing, and enhanced evanescent wave amplification, with applications in acoustic imaging and sensing. Experimental and theoretical studies are combined to investigate phenomena like the Doppler effect in double negative media and bandgap engineering in structured waveguides.
Professor Sung Jae Jeong's research lab focuses on the intersection of mental health, psychosocial factors, and biological mechanisms, with a particular emphasis on depression across the lifespan. The lab investigates the impact of body composition, hormonal changes (especially menopause), smoking exposure, and psychological resilience on depressive symptoms, using large-scale epidemiological data and advanced statistical methods such as mediation analysis. Key research directions include identifying modifiable risk factors for depression and understanding the role of biological pathways like acute inflammation in mental health outcomes. The lab's work bridges population health, behavioral science, and biostatistics to inform clinical screening and public health interventions.
Professor Hyun-Soo Yoon's research lab specializes in the design and development of advanced robotic and biomedical systems, with a focus on flexible and safe continuum robots for minimally invasive surgery. The lab integrates mechanical design, kinematics, and control systems to create innovative medical devices such as bendable endoscopes and image-guided robotic systems for sinus and maxillary sinus surgery. A key emphasis is placed on enhancing surgical precision, patient safety through backdrivable and flexible mechanisms, and clinical applicability through simulation and experimental validation. The lab also explores bioactive materials, particularly immunomodulatory exopolymers, for therapeutic applications in immunosuppressed conditions.
Professor Sangpyo Lee's research lab focuses on advancing immunotherapies for allergic diseases and respiratory conditions, with a particular emphasis on novel delivery methods such as intralymphatic immunotherapy (ILIT) to enhance efficacy and safety. The lab investigates immune modulation mechanisms involving lipid mediators like prostaglandins and leukotrienes in lung immunity and inflammation, aiming to understand their roles in infectious and allergic lung diseases. Additionally, the lab explores clinical applications of pharmacological agents like codeine in chronic cough and evaluates cardiovascular and neurological comorbidities in allergic and respiratory disorders, such as patent foramen ovale in pediatric migraine patients. The overarching goal is to develop targeted, tolerable, and effective therapies for chronic inflammatory and allergic conditions.
Professor McPark Park's research lab specializes in advanced materials and device engineering, with a focus on next-generation energy technologies, neuromodulation, and microsystem design. The lab develops scalable fabrication techniques for perovskite solar cells using innovative coating methods, explores the physical mechanisms limiting nanoscale memory devices, and investigates non-invasive neuromodulation strategies for neurodegenerative diseases using ultrasound. Additionally, the lab contributes to thermal management in microelectronics through optimized heat sink designs and precision measurement techniques in interferometry.
Professor Mikyoung Lim's research lab specializes in mathematical analysis and applied mathematics, with a focus on problems in mathematical physics and continuum mechanics. The lab investigates singular phenomena such as stress and electric field blow-ups in composite materials, particularly in the context of closely spaced inclusions or conductors. Key research directions include asymptotic analysis of fields in high-contrast media, boundary integral equations, and the development of novel analytical tools like geometric multipole expansions using conformal mapping and Faber polynomials. The work bridges pure mathematics with applications in materials science, electromagnetics, and elasticity.
Professor Changmin Lee's research lab specializes in advanced III-nitride semiconductor devices for high-speed optical communication and solid-state lighting. The lab focuses on developing high-bandwidth laser diodes, vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs), and phosphor-converted white light sources for visible light communication (LiFi) and high-quality illumination. Key research directions include high-speed modulation of GaN-based lasers, tunnel junction integration for improved device efficiency, and the design of compact, high-brightness LiFi transmitters using laser-based white light sources in SMD packaging.
Professor Sungjae Cho's research lab specializes in low-dimensional quantum materials, with a focus on spintronics, topological insulators, and two-dimensional heterostructures. The lab investigates quantum coherent transport, spin transport, and topological surface states in graphene and bismuth-based topological insulators, leveraging advanced nanofabrication and electrical transport techniques. Key research directions include spin-valve effects, Aharonov-Bohm oscillations, and gate-tunable spin polarization in heterostructures, often at room temperature. The lab also explores interface-induced spin-orbit effects and their applications in spintronic devices.
Professor Kyoung Suk Lee's research lab focuses on cardiovascular and respiratory health, with a strong emphasis on heart failure management, symptom clusters, and their impact on clinical outcomes. The lab investigates patient-reported outcomes, self-care behaviors, and sleep quality as key determinants of disease progression and survival. It also explores molecular mechanisms in airway diseases, particularly the interplay between VEGF and TGF-beta(1) in airway remodeling. Overall, the lab integrates clinical, psychosocial, and translational research to improve patient-centered care and outcomes.
Professor Joo Young Shin's research lab specializes in retinal vascular diseases, with a focus on diabetic retinopathy, neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD), and myopic foveoschisis. The lab investigates molecular mechanisms underlying blood-retinal barrier breakdown and vascular leakage, exploring therapeutic interventions such as chlorogenic acid and anti-VEGF agents like ranibizumab. Using preclinical animal models and clinical cohort studies, the lab aims to optimize treatment strategies while preserving retinal structure and function.
Professor Hyejin Lee's research lab focuses on health disparities, aging, and digital health, with a strong emphasis on understanding the impact of socioeconomic status on health outcomes under universal health coverage. The lab investigates community integration, quality of life, and healthcare access among older adults and individuals with chronic conditions such as post-stroke aphasia. A key research direction involves leveraging health data and digital technologies to address health inequities and improve health service utilization, particularly in the context of infectious disease outbreaks and aging populations.
