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Professor Young-Hoon Kim's research lab investigates cultural differences in self-concept, self-evaluation, and social judgment, with a focus on how cultural frameworks—particularly face culture (e.g., East Asian) and dignity culture (e.g., Western)—shape self-perception, moral reasoning, and interpersonal behavior. The lab explores how individuals from different cultural backgrounds regulate their self-image through social feedback, third-person perspectives, and normative pressures, and how these dynamics influence self-enhancement, self-handicapping, and psychological well-being. A central theme is the interplay between cultural norms and self-evaluation, especially the role of modesty, face-saving, and relational selfhood in shaping motivation and mental health.
Professor Yong-sung Choi's research lab specializes in translational biomedical research with a focus on immunology, neuroprotection, and respiratory medicine in neonatal and preterm infants. The lab investigates the molecular regulation of immune responses, particularly in germinal center B cells and TNF superfamily signaling, while also developing novel therapeutic agents such as selenoflavanones for neuroprotection and synthetic pulmonary surfactants for preterm lung disease. A key direction involves understanding the role of the microbiome and early microbial colonization in neonatal conditions like necrotizing enterocolitis and transient tachypnea of the newborn. The lab integrates chemical synthesis, in vitro and in vivo disease models, and clinical correlations to advance treatments for critical neonatal disorders.
Professor Jong-Il Yun's research lab specializes in advanced spectroscopic techniques for environmental and nuclear analytical chemistry, with a focus on understanding the speciation and behavior of actinides and critical elements in complex aqueous and molten systems. The lab employs time-resolved laser fluorescence spectroscopy (TRLFS), laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS), and EXAFS to investigate the formation and stability of ternary uranyl complexes with alkaline earth and alkaline earth-like cations (e.g., Ca, Mg) in solution, particularly under conditions relevant to nuclear waste management. A key research direction involves developing sensitive, real-time analytical methods for multielement detection in high-level radioactive waste vitrification processes, enabling on-line monitoring of glass melt compositions. The lab also explores the fundamental interactions of trace elements such as boron, lithium, and europium in aqueous and solid phases, contributing to the advancement of nuclear safety and environmental remediation technologies.
Professor Jun-Won Lee's research lab specializes in translational biomedical research with a focus on regenerative medicine, particularly the application of mesenchymal stem cells in cardiovascular repair following acute myocardial infarction. The lab also conducts advanced research in ophthalmology, investigating retinal and choroidal pathologies such as age-related macular degeneration and vitreoretinal lymphoma using multimodal imaging, molecular diagnostics, and genomic technologies. A key area of innovation involves the use of targeted genome-editing tools for precise genetic modifications in disease modeling and therapeutic development. The lab integrates clinical studies with cutting-edge molecular and imaging techniques to uncover disease mechanisms and improve diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.
Professor Jong Hoon Park's research lab specializes in human movement science, focusing on the accurate assessment of physical activity and energy expenditure using wearable sensors and doubly labeled water methodology. The lab investigates the validity of accelerometers in diverse populations, including young adults, older adults, and athletes, with particular attention to gait characteristics, step count accuracy, and physical activity intensity. Research also extends to the impact of exercise on circadian rhythms and sleep quality, as well as body composition and energy metabolism in free-living conditions among Japanese adult women. The lab emphasizes practical applications of objective physical activity monitoring in clinical and community settings.
Professor Eun Ah Shin's research lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying cancer progression, particularly in breast and prostate cancers, with an emphasis on tumor microenvironment interactions, metabolic reprogramming, and epigenetic regulation. The lab investigates how cancer cells rewire their metabolism—especially glucose and arachidonic acid pathways—and how these changes influence metastasis, especially to bone. They also explore epigenetic regulators like DNMT1 and non-coding RNAs as potential therapeutic targets to overcome treatment resistance. A key direction involves identifying natural compounds that sensitize cancer cells to apoptosis-inducing agents such as TRAIL.
Professor Han-Soo Kim's research lab specializes in regenerative medicine and tissue engineering, with a focus on mesenchymal stem cells—particularly tonsil-derived MSCs—for treating degenerative and inflammatory conditions. The lab investigates the therapeutic potential of these cells in diseases such as osteoradionecrosis, hypoparathyroidism, and neuroinflammation, while also exploring novel biomaterials like 3D-printed polyurethane scaffolds and autologous plasma gels as delivery platforms. A key research direction involves enhancing stem cell quality and longevity by targeting molecular regulators such as podoplanin to combat senescence and maintain stemness during in vitro expansion.
Professor Hyeon Jeong Lee's research lab specializes in the design and engineering of advanced functional materials for next-generation energy storage and conversion technologies. The lab focuses on defect engineering, particularly vacancy and doping strategies, to tailor the electronic and ionic transport properties of oxides and halides for applications in batteries and electrocatalysts. Key research directions include solid-state batteries, high-voltage cathode materials, and oxygen evolution reaction (OER) catalysts, with an emphasis on understanding structure-property relationships through advanced characterization and computational modeling. The lab also explores intercalation materials with water or organic molecules to enhance performance in emerging battery chemistries.
Professor Ju Young Chang's research lab focuses on pediatric gastrointestinal and immune-mediated diseases, with a strong emphasis on the role of the gut microbiota in conditions such as antibiotic-associated diarrhea, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and autoimmune hepatitis. The lab investigates microbial dysbiosis in early-life intestinal colonization, particularly in preterm and neonatal infants, using advanced 16S rRNA sequencing technologies. Additionally, the lab explores regenerative medicine applications through the isolation and characterization of mesenchymal stem cells and growth factors from Wharton’s jelly, highlighting translational potential in tissue repair and immune modulation.
Professor Sung-Hyung Kang's research lab specializes in low-power and energy-efficient VLSI design, with a focus on approximate computing, ternary logic circuits, and voltage scaling techniques for modern processor architectures. The lab explores innovative circuit-level and design-level methodologies to optimize the tradeoff between performance, power, and accuracy, particularly through configurable approximate arithmetic, CNTFET-based ternary logic, and power-aware slack redistribution. Their work bridges the gap between theoretical optimization and practical implementation, targeting next-generation energy-efficient integrated circuits.
Professor Sojean Yoon's research lab focuses on neurodegenerative diseases, particularly frontotemporal dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, with an emphasis on genetic factors such as the C9orf72 repeat expansion and their pathological and clinical implications. The lab also investigates cognitive interventions for mild cognitive impairment and the neuropsychiatric manifestations of dementia, including the development and validation of culturally adapted assessment tools like the Korean version of the Neuropsychiatric Inventory. Additionally, the lab explores the long-term health impacts of reproductive factors, such as lactation, on women’s disease risk, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach integrating clinical neurology, neuropsychiatry, and epidemiology.
Professor Lee Dong Yeon's research lab specializes in musculoskeletal and vascular imaging, with a focus on improving diagnostic accuracy and understanding the pathophysiology of foot and ankle disorders. The lab investigates advanced medical imaging techniques such as SPECT/CT and MRI for evaluating bone, soft tissue, and joint pathologies, while also exploring hemodynamic and cellular mechanisms in conditions like diabetic foot ulcers and congenital pseudarthrosis. A key research direction involves the biological and functional analysis of progenitor cells and fibroblastic cells to elucidate disease mechanisms and enhance therapeutic strategies.
Professor Jaegyeong Byeon's research lab specializes in plastic and reconstructive surgery, with a focus on improving outcomes in breast and complex soft tissue reconstruction. The lab investigates complications such as seroma formation, red breast syndrome, and implant-related issues in immediate breast reconstruction, particularly in the context of acellular dermal matrix (ADM) use and prepectoral implant techniques. It also explores innovative, minimally invasive approaches for facial and genital reconstruction, including endoscopic excision of benign tumors and reconstructive algorithms for penoscrotal defects after extramammary Paget’s disease. The lab emphasizes evidence-based strategies to enhance safety, reduce complications, and guide clinical decision-making in reconstructive surgery.
Professor Se-Hyung Cho's research lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying circadian rhythms and their systemic impacts on physiology and disease. The lab investigates how peripheral clocks, particularly in the adrenal gland and other metabolic tissues, regulate hormone production such as glucocorticoids and how these rhythms synchronize with central brain clocks. A key focus is the interplay between circadian disruption and age-related disorders like Alzheimer’s disease, as well as metabolic and psychiatric consequences of circadian misalignment due to shift work or jet lag. The lab also explores redox signaling, such as hydrogen peroxide, as a key second messenger in photic entrainment of the circadian clock.
Professor Chung-Kil Hur's research lab specializes in foundational aspects of programming languages, with a strong focus on concurrent and concurrent-parallel programming models, formal verification of compilers, and the semantics of low-level and high-level language constructs. The lab develops rigorous, machine-checked formal models—such as the RC11 memory model and compositional compiler verification frameworks—that ensure correctness, modularity, and soundness in systems programming and compilation. Key research directions include relaxed memory models, coinductive reasoning, logical relations, and formal verification using proof assistants like Coq.
Professor Hyeong Won Yu's research lab specializes in advancing minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques, with a strong focus on improving outcomes and quality of life in thyroid and gastric cancer surgery. The lab integrates clinical practice with innovative technologies such as motion capture systems, simulation platforms, and clinical decision support systems to enhance surgical training and patient care. Key research directions include optimizing robotic surgical systems—particularly the da Vinci platforms—for specific procedures like bilateral axillo-breast approach thyroidectomy, and evaluating long-term impacts on patient quality of life and diagnostic imaging. The lab also develops knowledge-based systems to standardize and improve clinical decision-making in endocrine surgery.
Professor Soo Hee Choi's research lab specializes in the neurobiological and psychological mechanisms underlying mental health disorders, with a focus on brain network dynamics, emotional regulation, and social cognition. The lab investigates functional brain connectivity in conditions such as delirium, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), social anxiety disorder (SAD), and schizophrenia, using advanced neuroimaging and virtual reality technologies. Key research directions include the neural correlates of stress, emotional intelligence, and social behavior, as well as the role of cytokines and hemispheric dominance in cognitive and emotional functioning.
Professor Jae Hwan Kim's research lab specializes in biomedical and biotechnological applications, focusing on immune modulation through functional foods, molecular mechanisms of developmental signaling pathways such as Hedgehog in gastrointestinal morphogenesis, and enzymatic processing of plant-based bioresources for enhanced bioactive compound recovery. The lab also investigates environmental noise annoyance and radiation therapy fractionation in cutaneous malignancies, integrating biological, biochemical, and translational research approaches to address health and disease mechanisms.
Professor Hyun Wook Kim's research lab focuses on translational biomedical research with a strong emphasis on metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, particularly the role of uric acid and vitamin D in systemic inflammation, vascular stiffness, and organ function. The lab investigates pathophysiological mechanisms in conditions such as hyperuricemia, acute pancreatitis, and kidney transplantation, integrating clinical data with experimental models. A key direction involves exploring the therapeutic potential of mesenchymal stem cells in inflammatory diseases and evaluating clinical interventions like dialysis management and respiratory protection in healthcare settings. The lab bridges clinical epidemiology, molecular diagnostics, and preclinical models to improve patient outcomes in chronic and acute conditions.
Professor Hyun-pil Shin's research lab specializes in gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary diseases, with a focus on biliary stent management, pancreatic cancer prognosis, and viral hepatitis treatment. The lab investigates clinical outcomes and risk stratification in advanced neoplasia and chronic liver disease, emphasizing endoscopic interventions, metabolic imaging (e.g., FDG-PET SUVmax), and antiviral therapy in patients with renal impairment. Their work also explores molecular mechanisms of pancreatitis and the therapeutic potential of natural compounds like Korean red ginseng in inflammatory conditions.
