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Professor Ye-young Jeong's research lab specializes in French and comparative literature, with a focus on 19th- and 20th-century literary realism, modernist and postmodern narrative forms, and the interplay between literature, power, and social structures. The lab explores how literary works—particularly novels of apprenticeship, crime fiction, and naturalist/realist fiction—reflect and critique societal transformations, especially under industrialization, war, and moral ambiguity. Central themes include the role of narrative form in representing trauma and historical catastrophe, the function of law and authority in shaping individual destinies, and the ideological underpinnings of literary genres such as the detective novel and the historical novel.
Professor Hyungji Park's research lab specializes in critical race theory, postcolonial studies, and Victorian literature, with a particular focus on the intersections of empire, gender, and domesticity in 19th- and 20th-century Anglo-American literature. The lab explores how imperial violence, migration, and racialized identities are narrativized in literary and cultural texts, especially through the lens of diasporic and transnational experiences. Current research examines the symbolic and structural roles of prostitution, espionage, and the supernatural (e.g., vampires) as metaphors for colonial and racialized Othering.
Professor Hee Soo Shin's research lab specializes in perioperative critical care and respiratory physiology, with a focus on optimizing pulmonary and cardiac outcomes in high-risk surgical patients. The lab investigates ventilation-perfusion mismatch, oxygenation dynamics, and the impact of non-anemic iron deficiency on surgical outcomes, particularly in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Key research directions include the application of machine learning to predict acute kidney injury and the evaluation of inhaled therapies like iloprost to improve respiratory and hemodynamic function during one-lung ventilation. The lab also examines indoor air quality and ventilation efficiency in confined environments, linking environmental factors to physiological outcomes.
Professor Chang Sin Kim's research lab specializes in pediatric and congenital cardiovascular diseases, with a focus on advanced echocardiographic imaging, particularly speckle tracking echocardiography, to assess myocardial mechanics in children. The lab investigates the hemodynamic changes associated with aging and disease states such as aortic regurgitation, ventricular septal defects, and rare arrhythmias like idiopathic ventricular fibrillation and early repolarization syndrome. They also explore interventional and surgical outcomes in high-risk pediatric and young adult patients, including those with complex conditions like Behçet syndrome and pulmonary interstitial emphysema in extremely low birth weight infants. Their work bridges diagnostic imaging, interventional cardiology, and clinical outcomes in congenital and inherited heart diseases.
Professor Tae-hwan Han's research lab specializes in visual quality assessment and human perception in emerging display technologies, with a strong focus on 3D and next-generation visual media. The lab investigates perceptual quality metrics, display system compatibility, and subjective evaluation methodologies to ensure consistent image quality across diverse 3D display technologies such as shutter, polarized, and autostereoscopic displays. Their work bridges engineering and human factors, aiming to establish standardized, reliable evaluation frameworks for evolving visual media systems.
Professor Kyung-Won Pang's research lab specializes in oral and maxillofacial regenerative medicine, with a primary focus on hard and soft tissue regeneration around dental implants. The lab investigates biomaterials such as xenografts, collagen matrices, and growth factors—including rhBMP-2—to enhance osseointegration and prevent post-surgical complications like gingival recession. Using preclinical animal models, particularly mongrel dogs and rabbits, the lab evaluates the efficacy of guided bone regeneration, connective tissue grafting, and novel grafting strategies in improving implant stability and long-term outcomes. Their work bridges clinical dentistry and tissue engineering, aiming to optimize clinical protocols for predictable and predictable tissue regeneration in implant dentistry.
Professor Jaehyeok Yoo's research lab specializes in experimental particle physics, with a primary focus on searching for weakly coupled, long-lived particles such as millicharged particles and sterile neutrinos. The lab develops innovative detector technologies—particularly using plastic scintillators and photomultiplier tubes—for high-sensitivity experiments in low-background environments, including underground and fixed-target facilities. Key projects include SUBMET at J-PARC and the νEYE neutrino experiment at Yemilab, both aiming to probe new physics beyond the Standard Model in previously unexplored regions of charge and mass parameter space. The lab emphasizes experimental feasibility studies, background suppression techniques, and the design of compact, cost-effective detectors for next-generation rare particle searches.
Professor Jeonbok Ko's research lab specializes in modern and contemporary Chinese literature, with a focus on critical discourse analysis, ideology, and aesthetics in literary texts. The lab explores themes such as consumer culture, modern subjectivity, satire, and the representation of the body in post-Mao Chinese literature. It also investigates the intersections of literature, power, and political consciousness through comparative studies of Chinese and Japanese modernist intellectuals like Lu Xun and Natsume Soseki.
Professor In-Sun Yoo's research lab specializes in diagnostic radiology with a focus on medical imaging applications in head and neck disorders, particularly in the differentiation and characterization of inflammatory and neoplastic conditions. The lab investigates advanced ultrasound and MRI techniques to improve the accuracy of non-invasive diagnosis, with key research directions including the ultrasonographic and radiological features of tuberculous lymphadenitis and Kikuchi disease, the role of T1-weighted MRI in detecting sinonasal fungus balls, and the use of 3D ultrasound for precise parathyroid volume measurement. The lab also emphasizes clinical outcomes in elderly patients with thyroid cancer, using imaging to predict recurrence and guide management.
Professor Jongsun Park's research lab specializes in statistical learning, high-dimensional data analysis, and advanced variable selection techniques. The lab focuses on developing innovative penalized regression and dimension reduction methods—such as nonconcave penalties, sparse principal component analysis, and sliced inverse regression with regularization—for improved variable selection and prediction accuracy in complex, high-dimensional datasets. The lab also integrates metaheuristic algorithms like genetic programming and particle swarm optimization with statistical models to enhance model interpretability and performance in classification and feature selection tasks. Their work bridges statistical theory with practical applications in finance, bioinformatics, and engineering.
Professor Geon Soo Yoon's research lab specializes in plasma diagnostics and wave-plasma interactions in magnetic fusion energy research, with a focus on electron cyclotron emission (ECE) imaging, microwave imaging reflectometry (MIR), and the study of micro-instabilities such as tearing modes and quasi-coherent modes in tokamak plasmas. The lab develops advanced diagnostic systems, including modular antenna/detector arrays and signal analysis techniques, to enable real-time monitoring and control of plasma instabilities in devices like the KSTAR tokamak. Their work bridges experimental observations with kinetic simulations, particularly in understanding nonlinear effects in Landau damping and edge localized mode (ELM) dynamics.
Professor Won Dong Shin's research lab specializes in intelligent systems and optimization, with a focus on UAV path planning, automated manufacturing systems, and cognitive theory applications in education. The lab develops advanced algorithms for enhancing unmanned aerial vehicle survivability through Voronoi-based waypoint optimization and applies expert system methodologies to improve surface mount technology (SMT) placement efficiency. Additionally, the lab explores the implications of dual-process theory in human cognition for ethical education, emphasizing empathy, critical thinking, and democratic classroom environments. These interdisciplinary efforts bridge engineering, artificial intelligence, and educational psychology.
Professor Soo Hyun Ko's research lab specializes in labor law, industrial relations, and the legal classification of non-traditional workers, with a focus on the boundaries between labor law and economic regulation. The lab investigates critical issues such as employee status in gig and freelance work, the application of labor standards to platform and consignment workers, and the legal recognition of workers in franchising and subcontracting relationships. It also explores comparative law perspectives, particularly Japanese labor and antitrust law, to inform South Korea’s evolving labor jurisprudence.
Professor Yun-Mi Chae's research lab specializes in applied linguistics and second language acquisition, with a strong focus on Korean as a second language (KSL) education. The lab investigates genre-based writing instruction, particularly argumentative and persuasive texts such as academic papers, proposals, and suggestions, emphasizing the interplay between discourse features, rhetorical structure, and learner proficiency. It also explores the integration of authentic cultural materials—especially K-content (K-dramas, K-pop, etc.)—into listening and speaking instruction to enhance motivation and cultural awareness. A central theme is the development of pedagogically sound materials grounded in real discourse analysis and genre theory.
Professor Wei Tian's research lab focuses on the intersection of social cognition, collective behavior, and digital communication, particularly in the context of civic engagement and social media dynamics. The lab investigates how individual cognitive perceptions—such as problem recognition, self-efficacy, and perceived injustice—influence willingness to participate in collective action. It also explores the cognitive mechanisms underlying stress and resilience in educational professionals, with an emphasis on metacognition and cognitive flexibility. The lab employs mixed-methods and bibliometric approaches to analyze social and psychological processes in digital and educational environments.
Professor Sung Kwon No's research lab specializes in vascular and thoracic surgery, with a strong focus on aortic diseases, particularly aortic dissection and its management outcomes using nationwide health data. The lab also investigates pediatric cardiovascular interventions, especially in very low birth weight infants with patent ductus arteriosus, and explores rare thoracic tumors such as mediastinal carcinoid and malignant fibrous histiocytomas. Their work combines clinical outcomes analysis with surgical innovation, emphasizing patient survival, treatment timing, and long-term prognosis in complex cardiovascular and oncologic conditions.
Professor Jeong-Hoon Yoon's research lab specializes in sports psychology and organizational leadership within athletic contexts, focusing on the psychological and motivational factors influencing athlete development and satisfaction. The lab explores leadership styles—particularly sport victory leadership—and their impact on achievement goal orientation and athlete well-being. It also investigates parent-athlete relationships and management strategies in sports institutions, especially through empathic understanding and counseling approaches to enhance organizational resilience. The lab employs mixed-methods research, integrating quantitative surveys with qualitative interviews to provide actionable insights for sports management and coaching improvement.
Professor An-Hee Yoo's research lab focuses on the neurobiological mechanisms underlying stress-related disorders, with a particular emphasis on the long-term impact of prenatal stress on offspring brain development and behavior. The lab investigates how environmental stressors during pregnancy affect hippocampal neurogenesis, serotonin system regulation, and anxiety-like behaviors in rodent models. Current research also explores the neuroprotective and behavioral benefits of interventions such as treadmill exercise in mitigating these adverse outcomes. The lab integrates behavioral neuroscience with molecular and histological techniques to understand the neural basis of anxiety and resilience.
Professor Min-jeong Shin's research lab focuses on youth mental health and social welfare, with a primary emphasis on understanding the causes, contexts, and impacts of cyber and verbal violence among elementary school students. The lab integrates mixed-methods research—combining quantitative analysis of national survey data with qualitative insights from expert interviews—to explore factors such as prior victimization, aggression, peer influence, and developmental perceptions of harm. The lab also investigates the gap between youth and professionals’ perceptions of cyber victimization severity, aiming to inform school social work interventions and prevention strategies.
Professor Ji Whan Yun's research lab focuses on the political economy of labor, social welfare, and market reforms in East Asian welfare states, particularly South Korea and Japan. The lab investigates how neoliberal restructuring, flexicurity policies, and state-led industrial strategies have reshaped employment systems and social protection, often undermining the livelihoods of self-employed and small entrepreneurs. It critically examines the decline of political discourse in favor of market-oriented populism and the 'undoing' of progressive political projects under neoliberal governance.
