首尔大学、KAIST、延世大学等韩国QS前10名大学的研究室信息。
Professor Hye Moon Jung's research lab specializes in cardiovascular imaging and genetics, focusing on the interplay between genetic mutations and cardiac structural remodeling in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). The lab employs advanced cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) and echocardiographic techniques to investigate myocardial fibrosis, left ventricular and left atrial function, and the prognostic implications of imaging biomarkers. A key research direction involves linking pathogenic sarcomere and mitochondrial gene mutations to cardiac phenotypes, particularly fibrosis and arrhythmia risk. The lab also explores hemodynamic and vascular parameters, such as carotid Doppler metrics and Lp-PLA₂ levels, as predictors of cerebro-cardiovascular events.
Professor Jae-Hee Lee's research lab focuses on social innovation and organizational networks, particularly examining the role of social enterprises in societal problem-solving through network analysis and social capital. The lab investigates how structural and relational network activities influence economic and social outcomes in social enterprises, with a comparative focus on manufacturing and service sectors. Additionally, the lab explores health-related behavioral and physiological research, including noise perception, immune responses to fermented foods, and substance use screening tools.
Professor Hyeong Dong Yuk's research lab specializes in urological oncology, with a primary focus on improving outcomes in urothelial carcinoma and bladder cancer through clinical and translational research. The lab investigates biomarkers—particularly systemic inflammatory response markers such as NLR, dNLR, PLR, and the De Ritis ratio—that predict prognosis and treatment response in non-muscle-invasive and muscle-invasive bladder cancer. Key research directions include risk stratification, recurrence prediction, and the role of immunohistochemical classification (e.g., BASQ subtype) in guiding personalized treatment. The lab also explores the impact of preoperative interventions like ureteral stenting on surgical outcomes in renal stone disease.
Professor Hye-young Shin's research lab investigates the neural mechanisms underlying perception, sensory inference, and cortical dynamics with a focus on beta oscillations, transient neural events, and the role of specific inhibitory circuits in sensory processing. Using a multidisciplinary approach combining human MEG, mouse in vivo imaging (two-photon calcium imaging), Neuropixels recordings, and biophysical modeling, the lab explores how sparse, specialized neurons—particularly 'IC-encoders'—mediate perceptual inference in ambiguous conditions. A central theme is understanding how transient high-power beta events and cortical inhibition shape perception, attention, and behavior at both systems and cellular levels. The lab also examines the functional diversity of inhibitory interneurons in regulating cortical computation and oscillatory dynamics.
Professor Min-gu Lee's research lab specializes in intelligent networking and secure communication systems, with a focus on wireless sensor networks, mobile ad hoc networks, and near-field communication (NFC)-based authentication protocols. The lab explores energy-efficient and low-overhead routing algorithms for dynamic networks, while also advancing secure, active authentication frameworks using EAP and AAA for emerging NFC-enabled applications. Additionally, the lab investigates bioactive compounds and their therapeutic potential, particularly in cancer research, and contributes to the development of biomimetic robotics for hazardous environment operations.
Professor Byungseok Seo's research lab specializes in the development of advanced smart textiles and multifunctional materials for next-generation wearable electronics and energy systems. The lab focuses on integrating 2D materials—particularly MXenes, graphene derivatives, and transition-metal dichalcogenides—into flexible, durable, and multifunctional textile platforms to enable energy harvesting, electromagnetic interference shielding, thermal management, and Joule heating. Key research directions include the rational design of hybrid energy harvesters (e.g., thermo-triboelectric generators), structural engineering of composites for enhanced mechanical and thermal stability, and innovative dielectric-based energy conversion mechanisms without traditional electrodes. The lab emphasizes practical scalability and real-world applicability in IoT, wearable devices, and sustainable energy technologies.
Professor Sochan Choi's research lab specializes in organizational behavior, work-life balance, and employee well-being, with a strong focus on occupational stress, work-family conflict, and workplace wellness programs. The lab investigates the impact of job conditions, organizational policies such as flexible work arrangements and employee assistance programs (EAPs), and selective welfare systems on stress, job satisfaction, and organizational commitment. Research also emphasizes gender differences in work-family dynamics and the development of evidence-based interventions to enhance employee well-being and organizational effectiveness.
Professor Sung-Rim Lee's research lab focuses on household economic behavior, consumer behavior, and the socio-economic impacts of education and consumption in contemporary South Korean society. The lab investigates critical issues such as private educational expenditure burdens, family consumption patterns, consumer anxiety related to food safety, and the role of consumer competence in decision-making. Research is grounded in national survey data and employs advanced econometric and qualitative analytical methods to explore the interplay between individual agency, social inequality, and household well-being.
Professor Mu-Seok Park's research lab specializes in cerebrovascular disease, with a focus on acute ischemic stroke, intracranial atherosclerosis, and cerebral small vessel disease. The lab conducts large-scale, multicenter prospective studies to understand stroke outcomes, risk factors, and the impact of medical interventions such as high-dose statin therapy. Key research directions include neuroimaging biomarkers, vitamin D deficiency in stroke, and long-term post-stroke complications like myocardial infarction and functional outcomes.
Professor Hwa-Young Lee's research lab focuses on the pathophysiological roles of oxidative stress, endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress, and metabolic disturbances in chronic diseases. The lab investigates molecular mechanisms linking homocysteine metabolism, vascular dysfunction, and retinal damage, as well as the protective effects of natural compounds—such as Platycodi Radix extract and IXD—against ER stress and inflammation in asthma, diabetes, and age-related vascular diseases. A central theme is the interplay between redox imbalance, cellular stress responses, and metabolic or developmental disorders.
Professor Jongseok Lee's research spans interdisciplinary domains, focusing on technology-driven societal transformation, with key interests in intelligent systems, human-centered technology design, and policy-driven economic development. His lab explores the intersection of emerging technologies—such as terahertz sensing, chatbot agents in healthcare, and steer-by-wire vehicle systems—with socio-technical systems, emphasizing usability, trust, and real-world impact. The lab also investigates the evolving dynamics of media consumption, cultural participation, and industrial policy, particularly in the context of South Korea’s technological and social development.
Professor Byung-Hoon Kim's research lab focuses on the intersection of neuroscience, biomedical imaging, and artificial intelligence, with a strong emphasis on developing graph neural networks (GNNs) for functional brain network analysis. The lab investigates neurobiological mechanisms underlying gene regulation and translation control, particularly through eIF3 subunits in plants and their implications in gene expression. Additionally, the lab explores radiogenomics and machine learning applications in neuro-oncology, aiming to predict molecular markers like MGMT methylation in gliomas using medical imaging. A central theme across these diverse areas is the development of explainable AI models for clinical and biological insights.
Professor Donghun Lee's research lab focuses on interdisciplinary studies at the intersection of materials science, quantum physics, and biomedical engineering. The lab investigates spintronic and optoelectronic properties of two-dimensional transition metal dichalcogenides, particularly through magnetic doping and defect engineering for quantum information applications. It also explores the biological and biochemical impacts of environmental stressors such as particulate matter and statins on human health, with a focus on oxidative stress, inflammation, and cardiovascular calcification. Additionally, the lab examines financial market dynamics, including earnings forecast behavior and information disclosure in capital markets, integrating behavioral finance with empirical corporate finance research.
Professor Jong Hoon Yeom's research lab specializes in clinical anesthesiology and perioperative medicine, with a strong focus on optimizing anesthetic techniques and postoperative pain management. The lab investigates the effects of anesthetic agents—such as remifentanil, ketamine, and dexmedetomidine—on acute tolerance, hemodynamic stability, and patient outcomes during and after surgery. Key research directions include improving airway management techniques using video laryngoscopes, evaluating novel analgesic strategies via patient-controlled analgesia, and refining weight-based dosing protocols to enhance safety and efficacy in surgical patients. The lab emphasizes evidence-based, patient-centered approaches to anesthesia and critical care, particularly in spinal and abdominal surgery settings.
Professor Dayoung Ko's research lab specializes in clinical and translational studies focusing on rare and complex medical conditions, with a strong emphasis on dermatological and gastrointestinal disorders. The lab investigates the etiology, diagnosis, and management of rare nail disorders such as onychogryphosis and Beau lines, as well as pediatric chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction and complications of medical interventions like endovascular aneurysm repair and BCG vaccination. The research also explores medical terminology standardization across regions, particularly in the context of Korean medical language divergence. The lab integrates clinical observation with evidence-based analysis to improve patient outcomes and clinical understanding of underrecognized conditions.
Professor Min-sung Son's research lab focuses on health policy, health equity, and social determinants of health, with a strong emphasis on the impact of health insurance systems, socioeconomic status, and environmental factors on health outcomes. The lab investigates issues such as moral hazard in national health insurance, healthcare inequality, maternal and maternal health, and the interplay between social deprivation, air pollution, and infectious diseases like tuberculosis. Using large-scale national survey data and advanced statistical methods, the lab aims to inform policy reforms that enhance both efficiency and quality in healthcare delivery while promoting equitable access to services.
Professor Nan-Sook Yoo's research lab focuses on the intersection of communication, health behavior, and cultural influences, with a strong emphasis on how message framing and cultural values—particularly individualism and collectivism—affect preventive health behaviors and psychological well-being. The lab also investigates media representations of stigmatized conditions such as autism spectrum disorder and the impact of discrimination on Asian American communities during public health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, the lab explores digital communication technologies, including social media platforms like WeChat, and their role in shaping well-being among older adults. A growing area of interest involves the integration of building information modeling (BIM) and simulation tools to enhance energy-efficient building design through improved data interoperability.
Professor Jewan Kim's research lab focuses on civil law, with a particular emphasis on contract law, product liability, and housing and social enterprise legislation. The lab explores the legal implications of emerging technologies such as blockchain and smart contracts, while also addressing systemic challenges in tort law, limitation periods, and legal protections for vulnerable parties—especially in cases involving historical state misconduct and housing market abuses. The research integrates comparative law analysis and institutional reform proposals to strengthen legal frameworks in Korea and beyond.
Professor Seunghyun Shin's research lab specializes in translational biomedical research, focusing on the development of advanced cellular platforms for therapeutic protein production using targeted gene integration technologies. The lab investigates genomic safe harbors in human cell lines to enable stable, high-level transgene expression with minimal clonal variation. Additionally, the lab contributes to nuclear medicine and molecular imaging, particularly in the application of PET/CT and bone scintigraphy for diagnosing complex conditions such as chronic pain syndromes and tumor metastasis. The integration of CRISPR/Cas9 and recombinase-mediated cassette exchange (RMCE) systems is central to enhancing precision and efficiency in mammalian cell engineering.
Professor Heejoon Jeong's research lab specializes in perioperative medicine, with a focus on optimizing anesthetic and critical care strategies to improve surgical outcomes. The lab investigates protective ventilation strategies, particularly driving pressure management in thoracic and general anesthesia, as well as multimodal pain management techniques to reduce opioid use. Key research directions include enhancing postoperative recovery through targeted interventions such as intrathecal morphine, ultrasound-guided nerve blocks, and preemptive albumin administration in major abdominal surgery.
