PhD, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Kyung Hee University, 2006
MS, Biochemistry, Kyung Hee University, 2001
BS, Chemistry, Kyung Hee University, 1999
Interdisciplinary and Emerging Signature Programs
Cardiovascular Sciences
Cellular and Molecular Biology
Pulmonary Physiology
Metabolic Regulation and Disorders
Research Interests
My research focuses on elucidating the molecular mechanisms underlying cardiac fibrosis and dysfunction that contribute to heart failure. I am particularly interested in mitochondrial signaling pathways that control mitochondrial fission/fusion, calcium transport, and reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation under physiological conditions and how alterations in these processes impact mitochondrial and cellular functions during pathological conditions in the heart. Through this research, we aim to identify new therapeutic targets and develop novel strategies for the management of cardiac diseases.
Awards/Honors
Fellow of the American Heart Association (FAHA) (American Heart Association conferred by the Council on Basic Cardiovascular Sciences - 2025)
Junior Scientific Program Committee Representative (American Physiological Society, Cell and Molecular Physiology Section - 2025)
Fellow of the Cardiovascular Section (FCVS) (American Physiological Society, Cardiovascular Section - 2019)
Oral Abstract Award (Central Society for Clinical and Translational Research - 2019)
New Investigator Award (American Physiological Society, Cell and Molecular Physiology Section - 2018)
Career Development Award (American Heart Association - 2018)
Advance Clinical and Translational Research (Advance-CTR) Pilot Projects Program Award (National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) and Brown University - 2017)
Memberships
Member (Heart Rhythm Society, 2021 - Present)
Member (Central Society for Clinical and Translational Research, 2019 - Present)
Member (American Physiological Society, 2015 - Present)
Member (International Society for Heart Research, 2013 - Present)
Member (American Heart Association, 2012 - Present)
