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 Kwan Park's research lab specializes in functional neurosurgery, with a primary focus on the microvascular decompression (MVD) treatment of hemifacial spasm (HFS). The lab investigates prognostic indicators—such as the disappearance or persistence of the lower sensorimotor response (LSR) before and after MVD—to improve surgical outcomes and patient selection. Their work also emphasizes the safety and efficacy of MVD in elderly patients, expanding surgical candidacy while maintaining low morbidity and mortality. The lab integrates neurophysiological monitoring with clinical outcomes to refine surgical decision-making and enhance long-term patient prognosis.
Professor Jung-Suk Han's research lab specializes in advanced biomaterials and digital dentistry, focusing on the development of zirconia-based composites for dental implants and prosthetic applications, with an emphasis on mechanical performance, biocompatibility, and long-term clinical stability. The lab also pioneers the application of artificial intelligence and deep learning in dental imaging, particularly in automated detection and segmentation of anatomical structures in panoramic and periapical radiographs. Research spans from material science innovations to clinical translation, integrating cutting-edge technologies such as augmented reality and panoptic segmentation for improved diagnostic accuracy and treatment planning.
Professor Yeong-Jae Seok's research lab focuses on bacterial signal transduction, particularly the regulatory roles of phosphotransferase systems (PTS) in bacterial metabolism and stress responses. The lab investigates how PTS components—both sugar and nitrogen-metabolic variants—function beyond transport, including their interactions with regulatory proteins and enzymes like SpoT and RelA to control (p)ppGpp levels and cellular adaptation. Using advanced techniques such as surface plasmon resonance, ligand fishing, and phenotypic screening, the lab uncovers novel protein-protein interactions and regulatory networks in *Escherichia coli* and related proteobacteria. Their work reveals how post-translational modifications and allosteric regulation fine-tune bacterial physiology in response to nutrient availability and environmental stress.
Professor Hong-Gun Park's research lab specializes in structural engineering with a focus on the seismic behavior and performance of steel and reinforced concrete structures, particularly infilled structural systems. The lab investigates the cyclic behavior, ductility, and energy dissipation capacity of steel plate shear walls, reinforced concrete frames with steel or concrete infill plates, and the development of simplified yet accurate analytical models for nonlinear structural response. Key research directions include the development of advanced finite-element modeling techniques, hysteretic behavior modeling of thin steel plates, and practical design methods for seismic-resistant structures.
Professor Jongwon Lee's research lab specializes in geography education, with a strong focus on spatial thinking, geospatial technologies, and inquiry-based learning. The lab investigates how Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and emerging technologies like AI, open data, and big data enhance spatial cognition and geographic learning in K-12 and higher education. A central theme is the development and validation of assessment tools—such as the Spatial Thinking Ability Test (STAT)—to measure and support students’ spatial reasoning skills. The lab also explores textbook design, curriculum development, and the integration of geospatial inquiry in school geography classrooms.
Professor Yong Gu Ji's research lab specializes in human-computer interaction, with a strong focus on usability, user acceptance, and trust in emerging technologies. The lab investigates user-centered design principles for autonomous vehicles, mobile and smartphone interfaces—particularly for elderly users—smartphone applications using augmented reality, and haptic feedback systems in automotive environments. Research directions emphasize improving usability, accessibility, and user trust through empirical studies, heuristic evaluations, and cross-cultural comparisons.
Professor Gun-Do Lee's research lab specializes in computational materials science, focusing on the atomic-scale dynamics and structural transformations in low-dimensional carbon materials and II-VI semiconductors. Key research directions include defect engineering in graphene and graphene nanoribbons, such as vacancy coalescence, reconstruction mechanisms (e.g., 5-8-5 to 555-777 defects), and edge reconstruction processes. The lab also investigates phase transitions in nanodiamonds and ZnTe under thermal and high-pressure conditions, employing advanced first-principles and tight-binding molecular dynamics simulations to uncover fundamental mechanisms in nanomaterial stability and evolution. Their work emphasizes the role of d-electrons in bonding and electronic structure, particularly in Zn chalcogenides, and explores the formation of novel nanostructures like carbon nanotubes and linear chains from nanodiamonds and graphene edges.
Professor Eun Ran Kim's research lab focuses on gastrointestinal diseases, particularly inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and colorectal cancer (CRC), with an emphasis on understanding the molecular mechanisms linking chronic inflammation to carcinogenesis. The lab investigates non-invasive diagnostic approaches, such as urine NMR metabolomics, for early detection of colorectal neoplasia, and explores novel therapeutic strategies, including long-acting GLP-1/GLP-2 receptor agonists for NAFLD/NASH. The lab also specializes in advanced endoscopic techniques like endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) for treating gastrointestinal neoplasms, aiming to improve outcomes while minimizing complications.
Professor Hak Jae Kim's research lab specializes in thoracic oncology, with a primary focus on the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of patients with soft tissue sarcoma (STS), particularly those with primary sarcoma of the lung. The lab investigates the role of adjuvant radiotherapy in improving local control and survival outcomes, and identifies key pathological predictors—such as high mitotic activity—for disease progression. Their work emphasizes optimizing treatment strategies through integrated multimodal approaches and personalized risk assessment.
Professor Woong Mo Yang's research lab specializes in investigating the therapeutic mechanisms of traditional herbal medicines and natural compounds in chronic inflammatory and metabolic diseases. The lab focuses on identifying bioactive components from plants such as ginger, Astragalus membranaceus, Mentha species, Lonicera japonica, and Panax ginseng, and elucidating their effects on conditions including liver injury, asthma, atopic dermatitis, diabetes, and male infertility. Using preclinical disease models and molecular analyses, the lab explores anti-inflammatory, anti-apoptotic, and metabolic regulatory pathways mediated by these natural products. Their work bridges traditional herbal medicine with modern molecular pharmacology to develop evidence-based phytotherapeutic strategies.
Professor Eun-Jin Lee's research lab focuses on bacterial stress responses, particularly the regulatory roles of sigma factors and non-coding RNAs in pathogenic and soil-dwelling bacteria such as *Streptomyces coelicolor* and *Salmonella enterica*. The lab investigates how transcriptional regulators like sigmaB and antisense RNAs such as AmgR fine-tune virulence, differentiation, and survival under stress conditions, including osmotic stress and low magnesium. A central theme is the molecular mechanism of gene regulation via translational coupling, riboswitch-like structures, and tRNA-mediated sensing, especially in host-pathogen interactions. The lab also explores neuroprotective mechanisms in neurodegenerative diseases, linking microbial stress pathways to host immune responses and neuroinflammation.
Professor Taejoon Kwon's research lab specializes in systems biology and molecular systems engineering, focusing on understanding gene regulation, protein expression, and cellular mechanisms in complex biological systems. The lab integrates multi-omics approaches—particularly proteomics, genomics, and transcriptomics—to study ciliogenesis, cancer cell-specific targeting, and vascular biology. A key focus is developing innovative biological tools and platforms, such as CRISPR-based therapeutics (CINDELA) and organ-on-a-chip models, to enable precise, disease-relevant biological discovery and therapeutic screening. The lab also pioneers methods for high-throughput protein identification and functional genomics using model organisms like *Xenopus laevis*.
Professor Minjung Park's research lab specializes in consumer behavior, digital retail, and emerging technologies, with a focus on how psychological, social, and technological factors influence consumer decision-making. The lab investigates topics such as brand perception, sustainable consumption, mass customization, fake news detection, fashion trend analysis, and virtual commerce in the metaverse. Using mixed-methods and advanced analytics—including machine learning, text mining, and social network analysis—the lab explores consumer motivations and behaviors in digital and virtual environments. The research integrates behavioral theory with real-world applications in fashion, e-commerce, and social media.
Professor Minjung Park's research lab specializes in the intersection of technology, law, and organizational behavior, focusing on emerging risks in digital and financial ecosystems. The lab investigates privacy and cybersecurity challenges in online environments, the impact of information asymmetry on financial markets—particularly in cryptocurrency—alongside the role of behavioral and institutional factors in information security compliance. Additionally, the lab develops advanced data-driven models to assess ESG risks and fake news dynamics using natural language processing and explainable AI, aiming to enhance transparency and decision-making in regulatory and investment contexts.
Professor Chan Hyuk Kim's research lab specializes in the development of innovative chemical and biological tools for precision medicine, with a focus on site-specific protein engineering and synthetic biology. The lab pioneers the use of genetically encoded unnatural amino acids to create homogeneous, functionalized therapeutic proteins, including bispecific antibodies and chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-T cells, for targeted cancer immunotherapy. They also advance synthetic methodologies for complex natural products, enabling enantioselective total synthesis of bioactive molecules. Their work bridges synthetic chemistry, chemical biology, and translational medicine to design next-generation biologics with enhanced specificity and efficacy.
Professor Latif U. Khan's research lab focuses on next-generation wireless communication systems, with a strong emphasis on 6G networks, visible light communication (VLC), and the integration of digital twins for intelligent network management. The lab explores enabling technologies such as network slicing, federated learning, and edge computing to address the diverse performance requirements of Internet of Everything (IoE) applications, including extended reality, healthcare, and smart manufacturing. Research also spans machine learning-driven optimization, security-enhanced communication frameworks, and energy-efficient design for future intelligent networks.
Professor Nenad Miljkovic's research lab focuses on advancing heat transfer and interfacial phenomena through the design of functional micro- and nanostructured surfaces. The lab specializes in superhydrophobic and non-wetting surfaces for enhanced dropwise condensation, leveraging droplet coalescence-induced jumping to improve heat transfer efficiency in applications such as water harvesting, thermal management, and energy conversion. Key research directions include understanding and optimizing the dynamic interactions between droplets and structured surfaces, developing scalable fabrication methods, and modeling transport processes at micro- and nanoscales. The lab also explores unconventional condensation behaviors, such as stable dropwise condensation on hydrophilic surfaces, challenging traditional assumptions about surface wettability requirements.
Professor Jun Sung Lee's research lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Parkinson’s disease and synucleinopathies, with a strong emphasis on lysosomal dysfunction and protein homeostasis. The lab investigates the role of lysosomal enzymes such as arylsulfatase A (ARSA) in regulating α-synuclein aggregation and propagation, revealing novel links between lysosomal storage disorders and neurodegeneration. Additionally, the lab explores signaling pathways involving phospholipase D (PLD) and its regulatory domains in cellular trafficking and receptor endocytosis, particularly in the context of epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) regulation. The integration of cell biology, neurodegeneration, and signal transduction defines the lab’s interdisciplinary approach to identifying therapeutic targets for neurodegenerative diseases.
Professor Pyung-Kyu Park's research lab specializes in advanced membrane technologies for water treatment, focusing on the development of novel materials and processes to enhance membrane performance and mitigate fouling. Key research directions include the design of graphene oxide-based thin-film composite membranes for high-efficiency reverse osmosis, the application of quorum quenching bacteria to control biofouling in membrane bioreactors—especially under low-temperature conditions—and the immobilization of functional materials like hydrous iron oxides for effective arsenic removal. The lab also investigates membrane wetting mechanisms in membrane distillation, particularly the role of organic and inorganic foulants in reducing membrane integrity and performance.
Professor Sabina Lim's research lab focuses on integrative health and neuroscience, with a primary emphasis on the cognitive and clinical effects of acupuncture and bilingualism. The lab investigates the neurobiological mechanisms underlying acupuncture therapies—such as bee venom acupuncture and traditional acupuncture—for neurological and musculoskeletal disorders like Parkinson’s disease and arthritis. It also explores the protective role of bilingualism against cognitive decline and dementia, using systematic reviews and meta-analyses to evaluate empirical evidence. The lab’s work bridges traditional healing practices with modern neuroscience and clinical research, aiming to enhance treatment efficacy and scientific rigor.
