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Professor Il-ha Lee's research lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying plant development, particularly the regulation of flowering time in response to environmental cues such as prolonged cold (vernalization) and photoperiod. The lab investigates key regulatory molecules including flowering-promoting genes like FT, small non-coding RNAs (miRNAs and siRNAs), and stress-responsive proteins such as GRP7 and ARP6. By integrating molecular genetics, proteomics, and functional genomics, the lab explores how protein complexes and gene regulatory networks evolve and control developmental transitions in plants like Arabidopsis and chrysanthemum.
Professor Sungchul Lee's research lab specializes in biomedical engineering and clinical systems, with a focus on improving diagnostic prediction models and surgical outcomes in head and neck disorders. The lab develops clinical decision-support tools—such as the Yonsei Estimated Value (YEV) scoring system for thyroid cancer metastasis—using statistical and machine learning methods. It also investigates implantable hearing devices and rare clinical conditions like chylopericardium, emphasizing both surgical innovation and audiological performance. Additionally, the lab contributes to computational systems design, particularly in optimizing task mapping and scheduling for multi-processor systems-on-chip (MPSoCs).
Professor Myeong-Seok Kim's research lab specializes in Confucian philosophy, particularly the ethical and hermeneutical dimensions of Mengzi (Mencius) and Mozi. The lab explores foundational concepts such as moral perception, the nature of human virtue, and the interplay between emotion, reason, and ethical motivation in classical Chinese thought. It also investigates comparative ethics, especially the philosophical debates between Mencius and Gaozi on the internal versus external sources of righteousness, employing modern philosophical frameworks like moral perception theory to reinterpret classical texts. The lab’s work bridges classical Chinese philosophy with contemporary ethical theory, emphasizing the cognitive and evaluative aspects of moral emotions and judgments.
Professor Ji-hyun Jeong's research lab specializes in applied linguistics and language education, with a focus on Korean language awareness, grammatical sensitivity, and the development of pedagogical models for real-world language use. The lab explores how linguistic consciousness—particularly regarding orthography, pronouns, and time expressions—can be enhanced through targeted educational content and innovative teaching frameworks. A central theme is the translation of abstract linguistic concepts into practical, classroom-ready models, such as inquiry-based learning for vocabulary and grammar instruction. The lab also investigates sociolinguistic phenomena, including pragmatic use of pronouns and the acceptance of language standardization, to bridge theory and educational practice.
Professor Yejoon Rim's research lab specializes in public international law, with a focus on statehood, state failure, and the evolving role of international institutions in global governance. The lab explores foundational concepts such as statehood criteria, the Responsibility to Protect (R2P), and the legal status of states in crisis or post-conflict situations, particularly in the context of contested authority and international recognition. It also investigates the development of international law through institutions like the International Law Commission and the normative implications of state failure for state continuity and international legal personality.
Professor Gapsu Han's research lab specializes in emergency medicine and critical care, with a strong focus on improving prehospital and emergency department outcomes for acute cardiovascular and critical illnesses. The lab investigates key aspects of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA), including compression rates in CPR, modifiable factors affecting survival, and the management of septic shock in elderly populations. It also explores toxicology and emergency care systems, particularly through telemedicine and emergency dispatch data, to enhance prehospital care quality and response efficiency.
Professor Bong Gwan Jun's research lab specializes in digital humanities, focusing on the intersection of technology, cultural heritage, and media studies. The lab explores the evolution of digital storytelling forms—particularly webtoon 2.0 and self-tracking technologies—through human-centered design and computational analysis. It also investigates avant-garde literary movements and historical consciousness in Korean modernist literature, emphasizing the enduring relevance of artistic innovation and critical thought in digital and archival contexts. The lab integrates qualitative user studies with computational methods to examine how digital platforms shape user behavior, aesthetic experience, and cultural memory.
Professor Minseo Park's research lab specializes in youth development, with a focus on entrepreneurial mindset, career education, and innovative learning models in digital and online educational environments. The lab investigates how entrepreneurial attitudes, self-directed learning, and creative thinking shape adolescents' career self-efficacy, life goal orientation, and academic achievement. It also explores implicit theories of creativity and character among educators and the impact of cyber-education on talent identification and equity in gifted education.
Professor Dong Soo Hwang's research lab specializes in biomimetic materials and sustainable energy technologies, focusing on developing advanced functional materials inspired by nature. Key research directions include designing bio-inspired adhesives and durable coatings using mussel-inspired proteins for biomedical applications, and engineering high-performance materials for next-generation energy storage systems such as lithium-sulfur batteries. The lab also investigates environmentally benign strategies for controlling marine biofouling and algal blooms, leveraging natural compounds and molecular mechanisms.
Professor Ji-O Lee's research lab focuses on plant secondary metabolism, particularly the molecular regulation of anthocyanin biosynthesis and its integration with cellular energy sensing through the SnRK1 kinase pathway. The lab also explores innovative cancer immunotherapy strategies by engineering tumor cells to express membrane-bound or secreted forms of cytokines such as IL-7 and IFNγ to enhance T cell activation and antitumor immunity. Their work bridges plant molecular biology and translational immunology, aiming to uncover fundamental regulatory mechanisms and develop novel therapeutic approaches. The lab employs molecular genetics, cell biology, and immunological assays to dissect signaling networks in both plants and cancer models.
Professor Yunsoo Lee's research lab specializes in human resource development (HRD), organizational behavior, and career development, with a strong focus on generational differences, particularly between Millennials, Generation Z, and the Silent Generation. The lab investigates key workplace phenomena such as job crafting, perceived organizational support, learning transfer, and career success perceptions, using advanced quantitative methods including structural equation modeling, latent profile analysis, and Rasch modeling. Research themes consistently center on improving employee performance, engagement, and organizational effectiveness through evidence-based HRD strategies tailored to diverse generational workforces.
Professor So-Hyun Ahn's research lab focuses on developmental and clinical psychology, with a strong emphasis on adolescent mental health, peer victimization, and positive youth development. The lab investigates psychological resilience, social-emotional well-being, and the role of personality and cognitive factors in adolescent behaviors such as bullying and social adaptation. Additionally, the lab engages in interdisciplinary research, including the application of deep learning in medical image analysis for ulcerative colitis and the development of standardized assessment tools for infant motor development.
Professor Yeeun Kim's research lab focuses on advancing digital health solutions through human-centered technology design, particularly in clinical and biomedical contexts. The lab investigates explainable AI (XAI) for healthcare decision-making, emphasizing tailored explanations for clinicians and patients. It also explores digital therapeutics—such as AI-powered chatbots and speech therapy applications—for improving cognitive function and treating neurological conditions like post-stroke dysarthria. Additionally, the lab engages in translational biomedical research, including natural product screening for anti-inflammatory and chemopreventive agents and investigating microRNA profiles in human granulosa cells related to oocyte maturation.
Professor Sungjoo Lee's research lab specializes in materials chemistry and solid-state chemistry, with a focus on the synthesis, structural characterization, and functional properties of complex oxides, particularly perovskite-type materials. The lab investigates nonstoichiometric solid solutions, mixed-valence transitions, and defect chemistry using techniques such as X-ray diffraction, Mössbauer spectroscopy, and redox titration. Additional research interests include the development of advanced materials for energy and environmental applications, such as coal ash beneficiation and sustainable resource recovery.
Professor Sung-Hyun Park's research lab specializes in strategic management, quality innovation, and statistical methodology with a strong focus on enhancing organizational performance across diverse sectors. The lab explores service innovation, military quality control, real estate management, and statistical quality management, integrating advanced methodologies such as Six Sigma, Military Customer Satisfaction Index (MCSI), and Response Surface Methodology (RSM). Research directions emphasize data-driven decision-making, systematized quality improvement, and the application of scientific models to real-world challenges in public and private sectors.
Professor Yohan Yoo's research lab specializes in the comparative study of religious scriptures, focusing on their performative, iconic, and ritual dimensions beyond textual meaning. The lab explores how sacred texts function in religious practice—particularly in Korean Christian and Buddhist traditions—through oral, visual, and liturgical dimensions. It investigates the social and existential roles of scripture in shaping religious identity, conversion, and spiritual experience, especially among lay believers who may not read or write. The lab emphasizes the 'performative' and 'iconic' status of scriptures, analyzing how physical objects and ritual acts confer sacred power independent of textual comprehension.
Professor Subin Park's research lab specializes in interdisciplinary studies at the intersection of organizational behavior, artificial intelligence, and digital innovation. The lab investigates leadership and organizational dynamics—particularly the impact of leader-member exchange (LMX) and organizational support on innovation—while also advancing AI-driven computer vision systems for real-world applications such as object detection and pedestrian recognition. Additionally, the lab explores emerging digital technologies like the metaverse, focusing on their transformative potential in cultural institutions such as virtual museums. The research integrates theoretical frameworks from social science with cutting-edge deep learning techniques to address challenges in both human-centered and technology-driven domains.
Professor Hyon-Sob Kim's research lab focuses on the intersection of architectural theory, phenomenology, and aesthetic philosophy, particularly exploring the role of play, intuition, and humanistic values in modern and contemporary architecture. The lab investigates how architects like Alvar Aalto and Terunobu Fujimori challenge technology-oriented rationalism by integrating poetic, ludic, and sensory dimensions into design. Central themes include the critique of instrumental rationality, the reimagining of architectural form through metaphysical and cultural metaphors, and the evolution of traditional housing typologies such as the Korean hanok in response to modernity.
Professor Sunkyoung Park's research lab focuses on the political economy and institutional legacies of authoritarianism in East Asia, with a particular emphasis on South Korea. The lab investigates how distributive policies under authoritarian regimes shape long-term political support and democratic institutions, as well as how economic inequality and technocratic governance influence public attitudes and political behavior. Current research explores the paradox of presidential power, legislative responsiveness, and the enduring appeal of technocracy in contexts of democratic backsliding.
Professor Hyoong-il Oh's research lab specializes in financial accounting and corporate disclosure, with a focus on earnings quality, earnings management, and the informativeness of financial information. The lab investigates how managerial incentives, credit market pressures, and market reactions influence earnings forecasts, accruals, and the classification of income and expenses. It also explores the role of non-financial metrics—such as customer satisfaction (ACSI)—in shaping voluntary earnings forecasts and market reactions. A key theme is the interplay between accounting choices, market efficiency, and information content in financial reporting.
