Explore research labs at leading universities worldwide — research fields and key papers at a glance.
Jun Tanimoto 교수의 연구실은 네트워크 기반 협력 메커니즘을 중심으로, 사회적 딜레마 상황에서 협력이 어떻게 유도될 수 있는지를 탐구합니다. 특히 전략 공진화와 네트워크 구조의 상호작용, 학습과 가르침의 역할, 보상 행렬의 노이즈 영향 등을 통해 협력의 기원과 유지 조건을 수치 시뮬레이션을 통해 분석합니다. 연구는 주로 2×2 게임 모델과 다자간 공공재 게임을 기반으로 하며, 인간 사회 네트워크의 특성인 정렬성(assortativity)과 협력의 상관관계를 규명하는 데 초점이 맞춰져 있습니다.
Professor Dong-Yeun Koh's research lab specializes in advanced materials and membrane technologies for sustainable energy and environmental applications. The lab focuses on developing innovative membrane systems—such as carbon molecular sieve and MXene-based hydrogels—for selective separations, energy recovery from methane hydrates, and carbon dioxide capture. Key research directions include the design of functional materials for gas separation, hydrate-based energy extraction, and oxidation-resistant conductive hydrogels for wearable sensing. The lab also explores fundamental mechanisms in molecular confinement and guest-host interactions in clathrate hydrates to enhance hydrogen and methane storage.
Professor Taesung Kim's research lab specializes in advanced nanofabrication, energy harvesting, and bio-integrated sensing technologies. The lab focuses on developing triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) for self-powered biosensors, creating innovative micro/nanofabrication techniques using crack-assisted patterning, and engineering structural color materials for dynamic optical responses. A key research direction involves integrating biological systems—such as microtubules and microbial biosensors—with responsive materials and electric fields to enable smart, portable, and energy-autonomous sensing platforms. The lab also explores ion concentration polarization in nanostructured films for applications in lab-on-a-chip systems and selective ion transport.
Professor Kosuke Ebina's research lab focuses on the biological and biomedical applications of nanobubbles and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (bDMARDs), particularly in the context of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The lab investigates the effects of nanobubbles on living organisms, including plants and aquatic species, to explore their potential in biotechnology and environmental health. Concurrently, the lab conducts real-world clinical studies on bDMARDs to evaluate drug retention, discontinuation reasons, and treatment outcomes, with a particular interest in optimizing therapy for RA patients. The integration of nanotechnology and rheumatology underscores the lab’s interdisciplinary approach to improving therapeutic strategies and understanding disease mechanisms.
Professor Kyoung Taek Kim's research lab specializes in the design and synthesis of advanced block copolymers to create functional soft nanostructures with stimuli-responsive behavior. The lab focuses on developing smart nanocarriers, nanoreactors, and polymersomes that can dynamically change shape, permeability, or solubility in response to environmental triggers such as pH, sugars, or temperature. By leveraging the unique phase behavior of block copolymers—especially those with glassy or helical segments—the lab achieves precise control over nanostructure morphology and stability, enabling applications in drug delivery and catalysis.
Professor Jinsil Seong's research lab specializes in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) treatment, with a primary focus on radiotherapy and immunoradiotherapy strategies. The lab investigates the role of stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) and combined modality treatments—particularly in patients with advanced HCC, portal vein tumor thrombosis (PVTT), and bone metastases. Their work emphasizes optimizing radiation dose and target volume to improve local control, survival outcomes, and palliative care, while integrating emerging immunotherapies to enhance antitumor effects.
Professor Sung-Han Sim's research lab specializes in structural health monitoring and non-destructive evaluation of civil infrastructure using advanced sensing technologies and computer vision. The lab focuses on developing low-cost, non-contact, and automated methods for crack detection, displacement measurement, and cable tension monitoring through UAVs, image processing, 3D point clouds, and wireless smart sensors. Key research directions include integrating deep learning with structural inspection, enabling real-time and remote monitoring of bridges and other civil structures.
Professor Shigeyuki Masaoka's research lab specializes in the design and synthesis of molecular catalysts and functional metal complexes for sustainable energy conversion, with a strong focus on water oxidation, CO₂ reduction, and hydrogen evolution reactions. The lab develops supramolecular and polynuclear metal complexes—particularly based on ruthenium and iron—engineered for efficient photocatalytic and electrocatalytic activity under visible light or electrochemical conditions. A key research direction involves integrating multiple functions into single molecular architectures to mimic natural photosynthetic processes, enabling selective and high-turnover catalysis. The group also investigates structure-property relationships in nanostructured metal-ligand frameworks to tailor electronic and redox properties for advanced energy applications.
Professor Woong Kim's research lab specializes in advanced energy storage materials, with a primary focus on developing high-performance supercapacitors using novel nanomaterials and electrolytes. The lab explores vertically aligned carbon nanotubes, carbon nanotube-based flexible electrodes, and innovative electrolytes such as ionic liquids and water-in-salt electrolytes (WiSEs) to achieve exceptional power and energy densities. Key research directions include enhancing ion transport kinetics, improving electrochemical stability, and enabling ultrafast charging capabilities in solid-state and aqueous supercapacitor systems. The lab also investigates redox-active electrolytes and nanostructured electrodes to push the limits of energy density while maintaining high power performance and environmental sustainability.
Professor Kenji Matsuda's research lab specializes in the design and synthesis of functional organic molecules with stimuli-responsive properties, particularly focusing on photochromic systems and molecular magnets. His group explores the integration of photochromic diarylethenes with paramagnetic centers—such as nitronyl nitroxide radicals—to achieve light-controlled switching of intramolecular magnetic interactions, enabling applications in molecular spintronics and information storage. The lab also investigates π-conjugated systems with high-spin ground states and photoresponsive molecular junctions for use in molecular electronics, emphasizing the correlation between molecular structure, electronic properties, and device performance. Their work bridges molecular chemistry, physical chemistry, and materials science to develop smart, multifunctional materials with tunable magnetic and conductive properties.
Professor Hideki Mochizuki's research lab focuses on neurodegenerative mechanisms and regenerative strategies in Parkinson’s disease, with a particular emphasis on apoptosis regulation, mitochondrial quality control, and endogenous neurogenesis. The lab investigates molecular pathways involved in dopaminergic neuron degeneration using viral vector delivery, genetic models, and in vivo imaging, while exploring novel therapeutic targets such as Apaf-1, caspases, and neurotrophic factors like VEGF. A key direction involves understanding how extracellular mitochondrial release and neuroinflammation contribute to neuronal damage and repair. The lab also examines the interplay between neurogenesis, angiogenesis, and growth factor signaling in disease progression and recovery.
Mahmoud A. Younis 교수의 연구실은 주로 간세포암종(HCC)과 같은 악성 종양의 치료를 위한 혁신적 약물 전달 시스템 개발에 초점을 맞추고 있습니다. 나노입자 기반 전달 시스템, 특히 표적성 향상된 지질 나노입자(LNPs)와 고체 분산 기술을 활용해 약물의 생체 이용률과 치료 효과를 극대화하는 데 주력하고 있습니다. 또한, 흡수율이 낮은 약물의 생체 이용률 향상을 위한 위장관 유지형 구조나 고체 분산 기술 등 약물제형 기반 전략도 함께 개발하고 있습니다.
Professor Jae Il Shin's research lab focuses on the immunological and systemic mechanisms underlying severe inflammatory diseases, particularly in the context of viral infections like COVID-19 and autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis. The lab investigates cytokine storm pathogenesis, the role of type I interferons in early viral response, and the impact of environmental factors like smoking on autoimmune disease progression. It also explores the mental health consequences of pandemics, integrating clinical immunology with public health and epidemiological research. The lab’s work bridges molecular mechanisms with population-level health outcomes, emphasizing translational and clinical applications.
Professor Aron Walsh's research lab specializes in computational materials science, focusing on the electronic structure and defect chemistry of advanced functional materials for energy applications. Key research directions include the design and optimization of metal oxides, chalcogenides, and hybrid halide perovskites for solar energy conversion, with an emphasis on understanding the role of lone-pair electrons, electronic correlations, and defect tolerance. The lab employs first-principles quantum calculations to unravel structure-property relationships, guiding the development of next-generation photovoltaic and photocatalytic materials.
Professor Jonghun Yoon's research lab specializes in radiation shielding materials, with a primary focus on developing and evaluating novel glass systems—particularly borate-bismuthate and metal oxide-based glasses—for effective protection against ionizing radiation, including gamma rays and neutrons. The lab employs advanced computational methods such as MCNPX, Geant4, FLUKA, and Phy-X/PSD to simulate and validate radiation attenuation properties, emphasizing parameters like mass attenuation coefficient, half-value layer (HVL), mean free path (MFP), and effective atomic number (Zeff). Their work also extends to aluminum matrix composites (AMMCs) for structural applications in high-performance industries, combining materials science with radiation safety. The lab’s interdisciplinary approach bridges nuclear engineering, materials science, and medical imaging, with applications in nuclear facilities, medical diagnostics, and radiation therapy.
Professor Hae Jung Son's research lab specializes in the development of advanced organic semiconducting materials and device engineering for high-performance organic photovoltaics (OPVs). The lab focuses on designing novel donor polymers and non-fullerene acceptors with tailored electronic structures to enhance power conversion efficiency, stability, and processability. Key research directions include molecular engineering of conjugated polymers—particularly fluorinated and heteroacene-based systems—optimization of energy level alignment, and scaling up device fabrication for module-level performance. The lab also emphasizes the practical application of OPVs through scalable processing techniques and long-term stability studies.
Professor Mitsunori Iwataki's research lab specializes in marine protistology, with a focus on the morphology, ultrastructure, and molecular phylogeny of harmful and ecologically significant dinoflagellates. The lab investigates unarmored and armored dinoflagellate species, particularly those involved in harmful algal blooms, using integrative approaches combining light and electron microscopy with molecular techniques such as rDNA sequencing. Key research directions include understanding the evolutionary relationships, cellular ultrastructure, and ecological impacts of bloom-forming dinoflagellates in Japanese and North Pacific waters.
Professor Kyosuke Kishida's research lab specializes in the deformation mechanisms and microstructural evolution of advanced intermetallic and ceramic materials, with a focus on titanium and magnesium-based alloys. The lab investigates size-dependent plasticity, slip and twinning systems, and the formation of order-disorder (OD) and long-period stacking ordered (LPSO) phases under various thermal and mechanical conditions. Key research directions include the role of crystallographic orientation, specimen size effects, and the stabilization of complex polytypes in multi-component systems such as Ti-Al, Mg-Al-RE, and Mg-Al-Gd alloys.
Professor Eunji Sim's research lab specializes in developing and applying advanced quantum mechanical methods to accurately model electronic structures and noncovalent interactions in complex molecular and materials systems. The lab focuses on density-corrected density functional theory (DC-DFT), path integral simulations, and quantum dynamics to address challenges in predicting spin-state energetics, weak interactions, and charge transfer processes. Their work bridges theoretical chemistry and materials science, with particular emphasis on transition metal complexes, biological charge separation, and the systematic error analysis of DFT functionals. They also explore the interplay between electron correlation, density errors, and dispersion corrections in weakly bound systems.
Professor Daeho Lee's research lab focuses on the intersection of human behavior, digital technology, and social innovation in emerging digital ecosystems. The lab explores how platform-based services, virtual interactions, and interface design influence user behavior, mental health, and sustainable development in the digital age. Key research directions include consumer and producer dynamics in sharing economies, the psychological impact of self-disclosure in automated counseling systems, emotional attachment to virtual influencers, and the role of interface design in enhancing participation in online communication. The lab combines empirical methods such as structural equation modeling and experimental design with real-world applications in ICT ecosystems and digital well-being.
