探索全球顶尖大学的研究室——研究领域与主要论文一览无余。
Professor Daisuke Kan's research lab specializes in the design, synthesis, and characterization of complex oxide materials with tailored electronic, magnetic, and structural properties. The lab focuses on strain engineering, chemical doping, and defect control in perovskite oxides such as BiFeO₃ and SrRuO₃ to achieve novel functionalities like continuous polarization rotation, enhanced electromechanical responses, and exotic transport phenomena. Key research directions include the interplay between crystal structure, electronic states, and emergent properties in oxide heterostructures and thin films.
Professor Tatsuo Shioda's research lab focuses on viral pathogenesis, particularly the molecular mechanisms underlying HIV-1 tropism, host restriction factors, and viral entry. The lab investigates host-virus interactions, including the role of chemokine receptors, CD26/DPPIV, and TRIM family proteins such as TRIM5alpha in blocking HIV-1 infection. Key research directions include viral genome organization, host range determinants, and the immunological impact of host restriction factors on disease progression.
Professor Shin Takayama's research lab focuses on integrative and traditional medicine, particularly Kampo and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), in the context of aging and chronic disease management. The lab investigates the physiological and hemodynamic effects of acupuncture, moxibustion, and herbal medicines such as Daikenchuto using advanced imaging techniques like Color Doppler Imaging and quantitative thermal control devices. Research directions emphasize evidence-based evaluation of traditional therapies for geriatric conditions including frailty, post-stroke constipation, and viral infections like COVID-19, with a strong emphasis on clinical applicability and safety in elderly populations. The lab also contributes to clinical practice guidelines by integrating traditional medicine into modern geriatric care frameworks.
Professor Beom-Seon Jang's research lab specializes in advanced structural mechanics and materials engineering, with a focus on the dynamic response and failure mechanisms of marine and offshore structures under extreme loading conditions such as slamming, fire, and geotechnical penetration. The lab develops innovative numerical simulation techniques—particularly using advanced finite element methods like LS-Dyna with MMALE and thermal elasto-plastic analysis—for predicting structural behavior, welding deformation, and soil-structure interaction in complex environments. Research also emphasizes lightweight structural design, such as I-Core sandwich panels, and the optimization of passive fire protection systems to balance safety, cost, and construction efficiency.
Professor Jun-Young Lee's research lab focuses on cognitive aging, neurodegenerative diseases, and the neuropsychological assessment of dementia, with a strong emphasis on early detection and biomarkers in mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and Alzheimer’s disease (AD). The lab investigates the interplay between cognitive function, education, lifestyle activities, and brain structure, particularly using neuroimaging and standardized cognitive tools such as MoCA, WAIS, and VR-based memory assessments. A key focus is understanding the neural basis of cognitive decline, including spatial memory deficits and facial emotion recognition impairments in dementia subtypes.
Professor Dong-Sup Lee's research lab specializes in translational immunology and nanomedicine, focusing on the molecular mechanisms of fibrotic and inflammatory diseases, particularly in the lung and kidney. The lab develops smart nanomaterials for precision imaging and therapy, with a strong emphasis on photodynamic immunotherapy and targeted delivery. It also investigates key immune regulators such as STING, VISTA, and uteroglobin in disease progression, aiming to identify novel therapeutic targets for fibrosis, nephropathy, and cancer.
Professor Wonjun Kim's research lab specializes in advanced signal processing and machine learning techniques for next-generation wireless communication systems and intelligent video analysis. The lab focuses on grant-free access, non-orthogonal multiple access (NOMA), and active user detection in massive machine-type communications, aiming to enhance spectral efficiency and reliability in short-packet transmissions. Additionally, the lab explores deep learning-based solutions for video content analysis, including overlay text detection and illumination-invariant face recognition, emphasizing robustness in complex environments. The integration of AI-driven methods with physical-layer communication and computer vision forms a central theme of the lab’s interdisciplinary research.
Professor Duk L. Na's research lab specializes in neurological and rehabilitative sciences, with a primary focus on swallowing disorders (dysphagia) in patients with neurodegenerative diseases. The lab investigates the distinct physiological and behavioral patterns of swallowing dysfunction in dementia subtypes, particularly Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia, using videofluoroscopic swallowing studies. Current research directions emphasize early detection, differential diagnosis, and targeted intervention strategies for dysphagia in aging populations. The lab also explores the impact of cognitive and motor impairments on oropharyngeal swallowing function.
Professor Jeong Min Baik's research lab specializes in the design, synthesis, and application of advanced nanomaterials for next-generation electronic, magnetic, and energy-harvesting devices. Key research directions include the development of high-sensitivity hydrogen sensors using Pd-decorated VO₂ nanowires, the engineering of ferromagnetic nanomaterials such as (Zn,Mn)O and Mn-implanted GaN for spintronic applications, and the fabrication of nanogap structures and triboelectric nanogenerators for nanoscale energy conversion and sensing. The lab emphasizes fundamental understanding of nanoscale phenomena, including metal-insulator transitions, electromigration-induced nanostructuring, and defect-mediated magnetic behavior.
Professor Hongsheng Wang's research lab specializes in advanced materials and sustainable energy technologies, with a strong focus on energy storage materials such as antiferroelectric ceramics and nanocomposites for high-performance capacitors. The lab also explores low-carbon energy systems, including hydrogen production via methane reforming with carbon capture and storage (CCUS), solar-driven thermochemical processes for solar fuel generation, and integration of photovoltaics with green hydrogen or carbon capture. Innovative materials design, including rare earth coordination polymers and exfoliated nanocomposites, further supports their work in functional materials for energy and environmental applications. The lab emphasizes the development of technologies that enable carbon neutrality and improve energy efficiency through materials innovation and system integration.
Professor Hiroki Nakamura's research spans multiple interdisciplinary fields, focusing on human-machine interaction, environmental science, international investment dynamics, and social entrepreneurship. His work in haptic feedback systems explores adaptive driver assistance technologies by modeling individual neuromuscular responses, while his environmental research investigates diatom assemblages as indicators of past sea-ice conditions in the Sea of Okhotsk. He also examines regional economic patterns, particularly foreign direct investment in the Baltic Sea Region, and investigates social innovation and food waste reduction through incentive models and spatial analytics. His research integrates engineering, ecology, economics, and social science to address real-world challenges with data-driven and adaptive solutions.
Professor Mio Kondo's research lab specializes in the design and development of sustainable molecular catalysts for energy conversion and environmental remediation. The lab focuses on creating earth-abundant, first-row transition metal-based catalysts for critical reactions such as water oxidation and CO₂ reduction, aiming to replace noble metals in artificial photosynthesis and solar fuel production. A key direction involves the integration of molecular complexes into porous frameworks and functional surfaces to enhance activity, selectivity, and stability. The lab also explores supramolecular and coordination engineering strategies to control molecular architecture and electronic properties for advanced photocatalytic and electrocatalytic applications.
Professor Genji Kurisu's research lab specializes in structural biology and bioinorganic chemistry, focusing on the molecular architecture and catalytic mechanisms of metalloenzymes involved in energy conversion and redox metabolism. The lab employs advanced techniques such as X-ray crystallography and cryo-electron microscopy to study complex biological systems, including photosynthetic reaction centers, hydrogenases, cytochrome complexes, and copper-containing enzymes. Their work bridges fundamental enzymology with applications in renewable energy and biocatalysis, particularly in understanding electron transfer, proton pumping, and metal cluster function in biological systems. A central theme is the structural basis of enzyme maturation, activation, and electron transfer in metalloenzymes with medical and biotechnological relevance.
Professor Takuji Ishikawa's research lab specializes in the fluid dynamics and collective behavior of swimming micro-organisms, focusing on hydrodynamic interactions in suspensions of self-propelled particles. The lab employs analytical and numerical methods—such as the squirmer model and modified Stokesian dynamics—to investigate how low-Reynolds-number swimming leads to coherent structures like aggregation, band formation, and mesoscale motion. Their work bridges theoretical modeling with experimental validation, particularly in bioconvection and confined microfluidic environments. The research emphasizes the role of purely hydrodynamic forces in shaping collective dynamics, with applications in biological flows and active matter physics.
Professor Tsukasa Torimoto's research lab specializes in the design and synthesis of advanced nanomaterials for sustainable energy and environmental applications. Key research directions include the development of ionic liquid-based systems for stabilizing and templating noble metal and semiconductor nanoparticles, the engineering of plasmonic and heterostructured nanomaterials for enhanced photocatalytic activity, and the creation of core–shell and composite photocatalysts for efficient solar energy conversion and pollutant degradation. The lab also investigates the fundamental mechanisms of interfacial electron transfer and surface plasmon resonance effects in nanostructured materials to optimize their performance in catalysis and energy conversion processes.
Professor Gavin R. McCormack's research lab focuses on the interplay between the built environment, neighborhood characteristics, and physical activity across the lifespan. The lab investigates how perceived and objective environmental attributes—such as proximity to destinations, walkability, and park accessibility—influence physical activity and sedentary behaviors, particularly in children, older adults, and working populations. A key emphasis is placed on context-specific environmental influences, seasonal variations in activity, and the role of psychosocial factors like parental anxiety during public health emergencies. The lab also explores equity in urban design, advocating for community-engaged planning to create activity-friendly environments that meet diverse population needs.
Professor Maria Lee's research lab focuses on translational oncology, with a primary emphasis on identifying and validating non-coding RNAs, such as lncRNAs and miRNAs, as biomarkers and therapeutic targets in gynecological cancers, including cervical, ovarian, and breast cancer. The lab integrates molecular biology, functional genomics, and clinical data to explore the regulatory roles of these RNAs in tumor progression, metastasis, and treatment response. Additionally, the lab develops innovative microfluidic technologies for the capture and analysis of circulating tumor cells, aiming to improve early detection and personalized management of ovarian cancer. The work bridges basic molecular mechanisms with clinical applications, particularly in biomarker discovery and patient monitoring.
Professor Il-Kwon Park's research lab specializes in the discovery and characterization of bioactive natural compounds from plant essential oils, with a focus on their insecticidal, nematicidal, and antifungal properties. The lab investigates plant-derived volatile compounds as sustainable alternatives to synthetic pesticides, emphasizing their mode of action and structure-activity relationships. Key research directions include the isolation and identification of novel bioactive principles such as isobutylamide alkaloids and terpenoids, and their application in pest and pathogen management in agriculture and forestry.
Professor Jinwook Choi's research lab specializes in medical image analysis, mobile health systems, and multimodal data integration for clinical decision support. The lab focuses on leveraging deep learning and artificial intelligence to extract meaningful diagnostic information from medical imaging—particularly dental panoramic radiographs—for early detection of conditions like osteoporosis. It also develops innovative mobile clinical information systems that integrate fragmented patient data across heterogeneous sources, enhancing care coordination and accessibility. Additionally, the lab explores advanced video processing techniques, such as depth video up-conversion using hybrid sensor fusion, to improve real-time 3D applications in healthcare and beyond.
Professor David Lee's research lab specializes in urban informatics, smart city technologies, and human-centered computing, focusing on leveraging data and digital systems to enhance public health, safety, and sustainability in urban environments. The lab explores innovative applications of GIS, sensor networks, and computer vision to address real-world challenges such as pandemic response, pedestrian safety, disaster evacuation, and informal recycling systems. A key emphasis is on developing intuitive, low-friction human-computer interaction solutions—like PhantomPen—for seamless digital interaction in complex urban contexts. The lab also investigates how real-time data visualization influences public awareness and behavior toward sustainability.
