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Professor Hyoseon PARK's research lab specializes in structural engineering with a focus on intelligent structural health monitoring, computational mechanics, and data-driven structural response prediction. The lab develops advanced machine learning techniques—particularly convolutional neural networks (CNNs)—to address challenges in sensor fault tolerance, data recovery, and real-time response estimation under dynamic loads such as wind and earthquakes. Key research directions include the integration of neural networks with structural dynamics for automated design optimization and the application of high-performance computing to solve complex, nonlinear structural design problems.
Professor Hyeong-Gon Moon's research lab focuses on translational oncology with a strong emphasis on breast and thyroid cancer biology. The lab investigates tumor microenvironment interactions, particularly the role of cancer-associated adipocytes and molecular regulators like NFIB in aggressive breast cancer subtypes. It also explores imaging biomarkers and preoperative predictors—such as ultrasound and MRI findings—for optimizing surgical and systemic treatment decisions in endocrine and breast cancers.
Professor Hyoyoung Jeong's research lab specializes in nutritional epidemiology and diet-disease relationships, focusing on the impact of dietary patterns, food processing, and bioactive food components on chronic disease risk. The lab investigates the role of flavonoids, phytoestrogens, and ultra-processed foods in metabolic and bone health, particularly in Korean populations. Using large-scale national survey data and biomarker analysis, the lab aims to develop dietary assessment tools and provide evidence-based nutritional recommendations for disease prevention.
Professor Cheol-Gu Lee's research lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms of aging and longevity, with a central emphasis on how dietary restriction and pharmacological interventions such as caloric restriction and rapamycin modulate gene expression, metabolism, and mitochondrial function. The lab employs high-throughput 'omics' technologies—particularly transcriptomics and metabolomics—to dissect age-related changes in model organisms like mice and budding yeast, aiming to identify conserved pathways that promote healthy aging. A key research direction involves understanding the interplay between nutrient sensing pathways (e.g., mTOR), mitochondrial homeostasis, and oxidative stress in aging and age-related diseases. The lab also investigates non-traditional interventions such as electro-acupuncture, exploring their systemic effects on immune function and neuroendocrine regulation.
Professor Jonghwa Shin's research lab specializes in the design and fabrication of advanced nanomaterials and metamaterials for energy-efficient and sustainable technologies. The lab focuses on broadband and isotropic metamaterials, plasmonic nanostructures for enhanced light-matter interactions, and functional nanohybrids for photocatalysis and radiative cooling. Key research directions include engineering electromagnetic properties at the nanoscale, developing scalable self-assembly techniques, and creating aesthetically versatile, high-performance optical and thermal management materials.
Professor Hyunsun Park's research lab specializes in interdisciplinary studies at the intersection of biomedical sciences and advanced technology, focusing on inflammatory skin disorders such as lupus erythematosus panniculitis, atopic dermatitis, and psoriasis, with an emphasis on immunological and molecular mechanisms. The lab also investigates metabolic and cardiovascular associations in conditions like androgenetic alopecia, employing clinical and molecular profiling. In parallel, the lab explores energy-efficient computing systems, particularly in hybrid main memory architectures and optimized deep learning algorithms for GPUs, aiming to reduce power consumption and enhance computational performance. These dual research directions reflect a commitment to both biomedical innovation and high-performance computing solutions.
Professor Young Han Kim's research lab focuses on maternal-fetal medicine and obstetric complications, with a strong emphasis on understanding and predicting pre-eclampsia, preeclampsia-related biomarkers, and perinatal outcomes in twin pregnancies. The lab investigates inflammatory markers such as high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP) and platelet indices (e.g., PLR, MPV, PDW) to improve diagnostic and prognostic accuracy in pregnancy disorders. Additionally, the lab explores the impact of reproductive technologies and chorionicity on twin pregnancy outcomes, and examines infectious agents like Ureaplasma urealyticum in adverse pregnancy outcomes. A minor but notable interest in thoracic oncology is reflected in studies on pulmonary nodule malignancy risk in lung cancer patients. The lab integrates clinical data with laboratory biomarkers to enhance maternal and fetal health outcomes through evidence-based medicine and early detection strategies.
Professor Sun Won Park's research lab specializes in cardiovascular and cellular physiology, with a primary focus on ion channel function in vascular smooth muscle cells. The lab investigates the roles of various potassium channels—such as inward rectifier (Kir), ATP-sensitive (KATP), and voltage-dependent (Kv) channels—in regulating vascular tone, cellular excitability, and pathophysiological conditions like hypertension and cardiotoxicity. Research also extends to stem cell differentiation, particularly the functional expression of ion channels during mesenchymal stem cell lineage commitment to vascular smooth muscle cells. The lab integrates electrophysiological, molecular, and pharmacological approaches to understand ion channel modulation in health and disease.
Professor Junhee Seok's research lab specializes in computational and systems biology, with a focus on understanding complex regulatory networks in disease mechanisms using high-throughput 'omics' data. The lab integrates machine learning and statistical modeling to analyze genomic responses in inflammatory diseases, particularly by comparing human and murine models to improve translational relevance. Another key direction involves applying data-driven approaches to study the impact of ESG and corporate social responsibility on firm value, emphasizing mediating factors like customer satisfaction and media perception. The lab also develops bioinformatics tools for analyzing alternative splicing and gene expression from exon and junction arrays.
Professor Yeon Jong Lee's research lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Parkinson’s disease (PD), with an emphasis on mitochondrial quality control, protein homeostasis, and neuronal survival. The lab investigates key pathways involving PINK1, parkin, PARIS (ZNF746), and PGC-1α in dopaminergic neuron degeneration, as well as the role of post-translational modifications such as farnesylation in disease progression. Using genetically engineered mouse models, viral vector-mediated gene delivery, and neurotoxin-induced PD models, the lab explores potential therapeutic strategies, including farnesol-based interventions to restore neuronal function.
Professor Gwang-Yeon Hwang's research lab specializes in structural biology, biochemistry, and molecular mechanisms underlying key cellular processes, with a focus on enzyme function, protein dynamics, and post-translational regulation. The lab investigates the structural and functional basis of enzymes such as creatine kinase and α-amylase, exploring their roles in metabolism and thermostability. It also delves into cellular signaling pathways, particularly mTORC1 activation via leucyl-tRNA synthetase, and applies advanced techniques like X-ray crystallography and bioorthogonal labeling to study biomolecular interactions. Additionally, the lab contributes to translational research in infectious disease, targeting antibiotic-resistant pathogens like MRSA through structural drug design.
Professor Jeongmin Han's research lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying cellular metabolism, stress response, and cancer biology, with a particular emphasis on the roles of amino acid metabolism, tRNA synthetase complexes, and signaling pathways in disease progression. The lab investigates how metabolic reprogramming—especially glutamine metabolism—contributes to tumor adaptation, drug resistance, and apoptosis regulation, while also exploring the non-canonical functions of metabolic enzymes in genome stability and tumor suppression. Recent work highlights the interplay between protein synthesis machinery and tumor suppressor pathways, such as p53, revealing novel therapeutic targets in cancer. The lab integrates molecular biology, cell signaling, and metabolic profiling to uncover fundamental mechanisms with translational potential.
Professor Jeong-Wook Park's research lab specializes in intelligent control and system identification for power systems, with a focus on applying advanced neural networks—particularly multilayer perceptron and radial basis function networks—to enhance the stability and dynamic performance of synchronous generators and series compensators. The lab emphasizes nonlinear optimal control using heuristic dynamic programming and adaptive critic designs, aiming to overcome the limitations of conventional linear controllers under varying operating conditions. Research also extends to handling data irregularities in time-series analysis, particularly censored data in engineering and meteorological applications.
Professor Kang Seong Jun's research lab specializes in advanced optoelectronic materials and devices, focusing on transparent and flexible electronics, nanomaterial-based photodetectors and light-emitting devices, and high-performance thin-film transistors. The lab develops innovative materials such as carbon nanotubes, graphene, quantum dots, and stretchable polymers to enable next-generation wearable and transparent displays, solar cells, and sensors. Key research directions include enhancing device performance through novel surface treatments, hybrid heterostructures, and solution-processable fabrication techniques.
Professor Ka Young Chung's research lab specializes in structural and dynamic mechanisms of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) and β-arrestins, focusing on their conformational dynamics, signaling scaffolding, and interactions with intracellular effectors. The lab employs advanced biophysical techniques such as 19F NMR, hydrogen/deuterium exchange mass spectrometry, and fluorescence spectroscopy to dissect the molecular basis of GPCR activation and arrestin-mediated signaling. A key focus is understanding how receptor-ligand interactions and alternative splicing regulate signaling diversity and cellular responses, with translational implications for drug discovery and selective modulation of GPCR pathways.
Professor Won Seok Jang's research lab specializes in neuromodulation and stereotactic radiosurgery, focusing on minimally invasive treatments for neurological disorders. Key research directions include MR-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) thalamotomy for essential tremor, intrathecal baclofen therapy for spasticity in patients with cerebral palsy and acquired brain injury, and radiosurgical management of brain metastases. The lab also investigates the molecular mechanisms of pain, particularly voltage-gated sodium channel expression in human sensory neurons, to inform targeted therapies.
Professor Hyejin Jang's research lab specializes in thermal transport properties of advanced two-dimensional and emerging functional materials, with a focus on understanding and engineering anisotropic thermal conductivity in materials such as black phosphorus, ReS₂, and halide perovskites. The lab employs advanced ultrafast optical techniques like time-domain thermoreflectance to probe nonequilibrium dynamics of electrons, phonons, and magnons, particularly in ultrathin films and heterostructures. A key research direction involves developing sustainable and biodegradable electronic systems using environmentally friendly materials and scalable fabrication methods. The lab also explores multifunctional, non-toxic antibiofilm coatings for long-term surface protection in biomedical and environmental applications.
Professor Young Uk Kwon's research lab specializes in the design, synthesis, and characterization of advanced nanomaterials for energy and environmental applications. Key research directions include the development of noble metal and bimetallic nanoparticles with tailored surface structures for enhanced electrocatalysis, particularly in fuel cell reactions such as methanol oxidation. The lab also focuses on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and mesoporous materials synthesized under non-conventional conditions like ionic liquids or templated by silica, aiming to control structure, porosity, and functionality. Additionally, the group explores nanostructured thin films and quantum dot arrays via templated electrodeposition and sol-gel processes for optoelectronic and catalytic applications.
Professor Jung Mi Lee's research lab specializes in green and sustainable bioprocessing, focusing on the efficient extraction of natural products from biomass for pharmaceutical and biochemical applications. The lab investigates novel enzymatic pathways in microbial systems, particularly alternative polyamine biosynthesis in bacteria like *Vibrio cholerae*, and explores the functional and evolutionary diversity of β/α-barrel fold decarboxylase enzymes. A key interest lies in understanding enzyme specificity and substrate promiscuity in these systems, with implications for metabolic engineering and biocatalysis. The lab also examines the safety and behavior of green solvents, such as choline chloride-based deep eutectic solvents, in biochemical contexts.
Professor Park Eun Soo's research lab specializes in the design and characterization of advanced metallic materials, with a focus on high-entropy alloys, bulk metallic glasses, and bioinspired ceramics. The lab integrates quantum-mechanical calculations, advanced spectroscopy, and experimental synthesis to understand and tailor atomic-scale structure-property relationships, particularly in complex multi-component systems. Key research directions include glass-forming ability, lattice distortion effects, mechanical property enhancement through microstructural engineering, and reactive infiltration for ceramic-metal composites. The lab aims to develop materials with exceptional strength, toughness, and stability at high temperatures.
