ソウル大学、KAIST、延世大学など韓国QSトップ10大学の研究室情報です。
Professor Hyunsoo Chung's research lab focuses on gastrointestinal oncology and molecular pathology, with a particular emphasis on the early detection and molecular mechanisms of gastric carcinogenesis. The lab investigates pre-malignant conditions such as intestinal metaplasia, identifying driver genes and cellular heterogeneity using multi-omics approaches, including single-cell and spatial transcriptomics. Their work bridges basic molecular biology with clinical applications, aiming to improve risk stratification and develop endoscopic interventions for gastric motility disorders and early gastric cancer. The lab also explores novel endoscopic therapies, such as peroral endoscopic myotomy, for post-surgical complications.
Professor YoungRok Choi's research lab specializes in advanced surgical techniques and outcomes in liver transplantation, with a focus on minimizing invasiveness and improving patient safety. The lab investigates the learning curve and early outcomes of laparoscopic versus open living donor right hepatectomy, while also exploring anatomical predictors of biliary complications. Additionally, the lab applies deep learning to medical image and video analysis, particularly for face video retrieval with compact, discriminative feature extraction. The integration of surgical innovation with AI-driven medical imaging forms a unique interdisciplinary research direction.
Professor Chang-Yong Lee's research lab specializes in technology and innovation management, with a focus on leveraging large-scale patent analytics to uncover technological trends, industry convergence, and intellectual property dynamics. The lab develops advanced computational methods—such as hierarchical keyword vectors, tree matching algorithms, and network centrality analysis—to model complex relationships in patent data and support strategic decision-making in R&D and technology policy. Their work bridges computer science, information systems, and innovation studies, emphasizing practical applications in patent infringement detection and foresight analysis. The lab also investigates the structural properties of complex networks, particularly in technological and industrial contexts, to understand the drivers of innovation and convergence.
Professor Young-Mee Lee's research lab focuses on ion channel biology, particularly the transient receptor potential (TRP) channels, with an emphasis on their roles in sensory transduction, cellular signaling, and disease pathophysiology. The lab investigates TRP channels such as mTRP5 and TRPV1 in gastrointestinal, skin, and keratinocyte systems, exploring their involvement in responses to chemical, thermal, and UV stimuli. Key research directions include the molecular mechanisms of TRP channel activation, their contribution to matrix metalloproteinase regulation, and implications in skin aging and inflammatory conditions. The lab integrates molecular biology, electrophysiology, and cell signaling approaches to understand TRP channels as therapeutic targets in disease and tissue homeostasis.
Professor Sang-Jin Shin's research lab specializes in orthopedic surgery and minimally invasive surgical techniques, with a primary focus on arthroscopic treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, particularly pigmented villonodular synovitis and fractures of the humeral shaft. The lab emphasizes clinical outcomes, surgical precision, and the application of advanced techniques such as MIPO (minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis) to improve patient recovery and joint function. Research is predominantly based on case series and comparative studies, reflecting a strong commitment to evidence-based orthopedic interventions.
Professor Sang-Jin Shin's research lab specializes in shoulder and acromioclavicular joint surgery, with a primary focus on glenohumeral instability, rotator cuff repair, and traumatic joint injuries. The lab investigates critical thresholds of glenoid bone loss to guide surgical decision-making, particularly in arthroscopic Bankart repairs and bony augmentation. It also explores innovative, minimally invasive techniques such as coracoclavicular ligament reconstruction and modified suture-bridge repair methods to improve functional outcomes with reduced surgical complexity. The lab emphasizes evidence-based, prospective clinical studies to refine surgical strategies for shoulder instability and tendon repair.
Professor Jung Wook Huh's research lab specializes in colorectal cancer oncology, focusing on prognostic biomarkers, surgical outcomes, and pathological predictors of recurrence and survival. The lab investigates preoperative serum markers like CEA, lymph node metastasis distribution, and imaging modalities such as ERUS and CT to improve treatment response prediction. Key research directions include identifying clinicopathological factors influencing pathological complete response and evaluating the impact of complications like anastomotic leakage on long-term oncologic outcomes. The lab also explores molecular markers such as CD44s to understand their role in tumor progression and patient prognosis.
Professor Ju-Hoon Lee's research lab specializes in microbial genomics and biotechnology, with a focus on bifidobacteria and bacteriophages. The lab investigates the genetic and molecular mechanisms underlying probiotic functions of bifidobacteria, including their adaptation to the gut environment and host-microbe interactions. A key research direction involves the development of bacteriophages as novel biocontrol agents and natural food preservatives to combat foodborne pathogens such as *E. coli*, *Salmonella*, and *Listeria*. The lab also explores plasmid biology and phage-host interactions to advance applications in food safety and probiotic therapeutics.
Professor Jae Yeol Lee's research lab specializes in organic materials chemistry and medicinal chemistry, with a focus on developing novel thermally activated delayed fluorescence (TADF) emitters for next-generation optoelectronic devices. The lab also investigates small molecule compounds with targeted anticancer mechanisms, particularly in non-small cell lung cancer, exploring their apoptotic pathways and synergistic effects with existing chemotherapeutics. The integration of advanced molecular design with biological evaluation defines the lab’s interdisciplinary approach to materials and drug discovery.
Professor Hye-Jin Kim's research lab focuses on molecular mechanisms underlying vascular remodeling and cancer progression, with a strong emphasis on transcriptional regulation, cellular migration, and neurovascular pathology. The lab investigates key signaling pathways such as NF-κB and MMP-9 in vascular smooth muscle cell behavior, explores the role of capping enzymes in transcriptional elongation, and applies advanced imaging and deep learning techniques to improve early detection of lung nodules. Additionally, the lab examines membrane microdomain dynamics, particularly tetraspanin-enriched platforms, in regulating cell migration and signaling. These interdisciplinary efforts bridge molecular biology, biomedical imaging, and computational pathology to address critical challenges in cardiovascular disease and oncology.
Professor Uk Sim's research lab specializes in the design and development of advanced carbon-based and transition metal-based nanomaterials for sustainable energy applications. The lab focuses on electrocatalysis and photoelectrochemistry, particularly for hydrogen production through water splitting and ammonia oxidation, as well as CO2 reduction to valuable chemicals. Key research directions include the synthesis of single-atom and defect-engineered catalysts, nitrogen and heteroatom doping strategies, and the application of carbon dots and graphene quantum dots for photothermal therapy and energy conversion. The lab emphasizes materials engineering to enhance catalytic activity, stability, and efficiency for clean energy technologies.
Professor Taeho Yoon's research lab specializes in advanced energy storage materials, with a primary focus on next-generation lithium-ion batteries and their key components. The lab investigates the electrochemical behavior, interfacial chemistry, and degradation mechanisms of silicon anodes, high-voltage cathodes, and solid electrolyte interphases (SEI), emphasizing the role of electrolyte additives and salt chemistry in enhancing stability and cycle life. Additionally, the lab explores functional nanomaterials such as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and carbon nanostructures to improve conductivity, surface properties, and durability in battery systems. Their work bridges fundamental electrochemistry with practical battery performance optimization.
Professor Hyung-Jun Kim's research lab focuses on clinical and translational research in infectious diseases, particularly nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) pulmonary disease, with an emphasis on developing predictive scoring systems for mortality and optimizing treatment strategies. The lab also investigates clinical decision support systems in emergency medicine, such as sepsis alerts, and explores patient outcomes in critical conditions like COVID-19. Additionally, the lab contributes to clinical research in interventional radiology and surgical decision-making, particularly regarding lung nodules and their risk of progression. The work integrates clinical epidemiology, patient-centered outcomes, and evidence-based medicine to improve diagnostic and therapeutic approaches in pulmonary and critical care medicine.
Professor Junjeong Choi's research lab specializes in molecular pathology and translational oncology, with a focus on breast cancer subtyping, metabolic reprogramming in tumor microenvironments, and the histopathological characterization of breast tumors. The lab investigates subtype-specific protein expression patterns—particularly in triple-negative and HER2-positive breast cancers—using immunohistochemistry and tissue microarrays to identify potential biomarkers and therapeutic targets. They also explore cytomorphological artifacts in fine-needle aspiration and core needle biopsies, emphasizing diagnostic accuracy in clinical pathology.
Professor Doo Ok Jang's research lab specializes in sustainable and selective organic synthesis, with a strong focus on developing environmentally friendly methodologies using advanced nanomaterials and innovative reaction techniques. The lab pioneers solvent-free and ball-milling-assisted transformations, leveraging recyclable ZnO nanoparticles and ionic liquid-coated nanocatalysts for the efficient synthesis of nitrogen-containing heterocycles such as benzothiazoles, benzimidazoles, and benzoxazoles. Additionally, the group is actively engaged in enantioselective radical reactions and aqueous-phase transformations, employing chiral catalysts and indium-mediated processes to achieve high diastereoselectivity and atom economy. The overarching research direction emphasizes green chemistry principles, including low E-factor processes and easy product isolation, aligning with sustainable synthesis goals.
Professor Byung-Hoon Kim's research lab specializes in computational neuroscience and neuroimaging analytics, focusing on leveraging machine learning and graph neural networks to decode brain network dynamics from functional MRI data. The lab investigates functional connectivity patterns in psychiatric and neurological disorders, with particular emphasis on identifying neuroimaging biomarkers for conditions such as bipolar disorder, social anxiety, and glioma radiogenomics. A key research direction involves developing explainable AI frameworks—especially Graph Isomorphism Networks (GIN)—to enhance the interpretability of brain connectivity models in a neuroscience-informed manner.
Professor Seong Jin Park's research lab specializes in advanced materials development with a focus on tissue engineering scaffolds, supramolecular chemistry, and sustainable waste management. The lab pioneers the design of robust 3D ceramic scaffolds for bone regeneration, explores metal-templated self-assembly of molecular capsules for selective encapsulation, and investigates the optimization of composting processes to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, the lab contributes to computational modeling in materials processing, particularly in predicting fiber orientation in polymer composites and sintering behavior of ceramics. These interdisciplinary efforts highlight a strong commitment to bioinspired materials, environmental sustainability, and predictive materials science.
Professor Hyung-Min Kwon's research lab focuses on translational biomedical research with a strong emphasis on regenerative medicine, metabolic syndrome, and cerebrovascular health. The lab investigates cell-free therapeutic strategies using adipose-derived exosomes for skin regeneration and aesthetic applications, while also exploring the role of metabolic markers—such as homocysteine, insulin resistance (TyG index), and glycaemic load—in neurological and dermatological conditions. Key research directions include the clinical application of stem cell-derived exosomes for acne scar treatment and the identification of metabolic risk factors for silent brain infarcts and cerebral small vessel disease in otherwise healthy individuals.
Professor Pilnam Kim's research lab specializes in advanced micro- and nanofabrication techniques, with a strong focus on soft lithography, polymer-based microfluidics, and functional nanomaterials. The lab develops innovative methods for creating highly aligned nanowire arrays, patterned hydrogels, and biocompatible microfluidic devices using self-assembly and surface engineering. Key research directions include the design of ion-selective nanoporous junctions for stable concentration polarization, robust PEG-based microchannels for reduced biofouling, and integration of carbon nanotubes and lipid bilayers into functional microfluidic systems. The lab emphasizes scalable, low-cost fabrication with applications in biosensing, lab-on-a-chip systems, and next-generation nanofluidic devices.
Professor Namhee Kim's research lab focuses on human resource development (HRD) and organizational behavior, with an emphasis on career development, employee well-being, and the societal impact of HRD practices. The lab investigates how cultural and demographic factors shape individuals' perceptions of career success, particularly among women in organizational settings, and explores how organizations can design effective career interventions aligned with employee orientations. Additionally, the lab examines the evolving challenges in work environments, such as those brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, including shifts to remote work and their effects on employee well-being and career trajectories.
