RESEARCH

Kangwon National University
Nanobio Engineering Lab

Universal Oral Vaccine Delivery Systems

A nanoparticle-based oral vaccine delivery system activates intestinal mucosal immunity through hydrogen gas, enhancing vaccine efficacy via inherent propulsion in response to the biological environment.

Exosome Extraction using Magnetic Nanoclusters

We aim to develop a cost-effective, high-efficiency exosome isolation technique using ion exchange-based separation technology with magnetic nanoparticle clusters.

Non-Freezing Disinfectants for Prevention of High-Risk Infectious Diseases

Our objective is to develop a non-freezing disinfectant, utilizing barrier agents and chitosan-based nanoparticles, for effective control of high-risk infectious diseases during winter livestock management.

Photocatalytic Nanoparticles for the Degradation of Microplastics

Our aim is to develop non-toxic and biodegradable photocatalytic nanoparticles for the degradation of microplastics present in water bodies.

Early Diagnosis Kit and Platform Development for Alzheimer's Disease

Our objective is to develop an early diagnosis platform for mild cognitive impairment in Alzheimer's disease by constructing a detection system for ultra-low levels of biomarkers in the bloodstream using porous nanoparticles.

Virus Detection using Amphiphilic Polymer-Based Nanostructures

Our aim is to develop a virus detection platform using amphiphilic polymer-based nanostructures, employing aggregation for high sensitivity and specificity towards viral antigens.

On-Site Detection Kit using Gold Nanoparticle-Induced Color Change

Our objective is to develop a simple and efficient disease diagnostic kit for early detection of highly infectious diseases, utilizing gold nanoparticle-induced color change without the need for equipment.

Cell Membrane-Based Hybrid Nanoplatform

Our aim is to develop novel biomimetic nanoparticles through a cell membrane-based hybrid nanoplatform, combining the biological activity of cell membranes with the physical and chemical stability of biocompatible polymers.

Cell Transplantation Techniques Using Nanoencapsulation Systems

Our goal is to develop a nanoencapsulation system utilizing hydrogen bonding, non-covalent, and covalent interactions of biocompatible nanoparticles to mitigate graft rejection in cell transplantation.

pH-Responsive Polymer-Based Nanoparticle

Our objective is to achieve stable cellular uptake and endosomal escape of gene-loaded nanoparticles using electrostatic interactions in the biologically relevant environment, influenced by pH within the endosome.