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New Study Unveils Innovative Protein Hydrogel for Targeted Drug Delivery

Their findings were published online in the January 2025 issue of the Journal of Controlled Release.

New Study Unveils Innovative Protein Hydrogel for Targeted Drug Delivery

Abstract Proteins, inherently biocompatible and biodegradable, face a challenge in forming stable hydrogels without external chemical crosslinkers. Here, we construct a ring-shaped trimeric SpyTag-fused Proliferating Cell Nuclear Antigen Pr... Read More

Jan 26, 2025 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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New Study Reveals Social Chatbots Effectively Alleviate Loneliness and Social Anxiety

Their findings have been published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research on January 14, 2025.

New Study Reveals Social Chatbots Effectively Alleviate Loneliness and Social Anxiety

A recent study has found that social chatbots, an interactive form of artificial intelligence (AI), are effective in alleviating feelings of loneliness and social anxiety in university students. Professor Dooyoung Jung and his team in the G... Read More

Jan 24, 2025 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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In Times of Uncertainty, the Brain Takes the Easy Route by Following the Crowd

Their findings have been published in PLoS Computational Biology on December 2, 2024.

In Times of Uncertainty, the Brain Takes the Easy Route by Following the Crowd

Abstract When making risky choices in social contexts, humans typically combine social information with individual preferences about the options at stake. It remains unknown how such decisions are made when these preferences are inaccessibl... Read More

Jan 20, 2025 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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First Real-Time Imaging Reveals Unique Swimming Method of Mouse Sperm

The finding of this research have been published in eLife on November 22, 2024.

First Real-Time Imaging Reveals Unique Swimming Method of Mouse Sperm

Abstract In most murine species, spermatozoa exhibit a falciform apical hook at the head end. The function of the sperm hook is not yet clearly understood. In this study, we investigate the role of the sperm hook in the migration of spermat... Read More

Dec 20, 2024 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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New Study Reveals How Brain Connectivity Influences Decision-Making in Social Contexts

Their findings have been published in the esteemed international journal, eLife on October 29, 2024.

New Study Reveals How Brain Connectivity Influences Decision-Making in Social Contexts

Abstract Observing others’ choices influences individuals’ decisions, often leading them to follow others. However, it is repeatedly reported that being observed by others tends to make people act more riskily. We hypothesized that this dis... Read More

Dec 09, 2024 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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Innovative Platform Unveils Scalable Production of Functional Organoids

The findings of this research have been published in the online edition of Nature Communications on October 31, 2024.

Innovative Platform Unveils Scalable Production of Functional Organoids

Abstract The application of organoids has been limited by the lack of methods for producing uniformly mature organoids at scale. This study introduces an organoid culture platform, called UniMat, which addresses the challenges of uniformity... Read More

Dec 02, 2024 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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Professor Dongil Chung Honored with the 2024 KHMB Young Researcher Award!

The award presentation ceremony occurred during the Autumn Annual Conference held at Korea University on November 2, 2024.

Professor Dongil Chung Honored with the 2024 KHMB Young Researcher Award!

Professor Dongil Chung from the Department of Biomedical Engineering at UNIST has been honored with the Young Researcher Award for 2024 by the Korean Brain Society of Human Brain Mapping (KHBM). Founded in 2002, the KHBM aims to enhance the... Read More

Nov 08, 2024 By JooHyeon Heo People
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New Study Reveals Efficient Macroencapsulation for Pancreatic Islet Transplantation in Diabetes

Their findings have been published in the online version of Advanced Materials on September 23, 2024.

New Study Reveals Efficient Macroencapsulation for Pancreatic Islet Transplantation in Diabetes

Abstract Pancreatic islet macroencapsulation systems for subcutaneous transplantation have garnered significant attention as a therapy for Type I diabetes due to their minimal invasiveness and low complication rates. However, the low vascul... Read More

Nov 07, 2024 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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Groundbreaking Study Unveils Novel Treatment for Blocking SARS-CoV-2 Entry into Cells

Their findings have been published in the online version of Experimental & Molecular Medicine (Nature Publishing Group).

Groundbreaking Study Unveils Novel Treatment for Blocking SARS-CoV-2 Entry into Cells

Abstract The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has had an unprecedented impact on global public health and the economy. Although vaccines and antivirals have provided effective protection and treatment, the development of new small molecule-based antivir... Read More

Aug 21, 2024 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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Revolutionary SuPine Gel Offers New Hope for Treating Spinal Discs in Dogs

SuPine Therapeutics Inc. received official licensing from the Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency (APQA), recognizing its groundbreaking technology.

Revolutionary SuPine Gel Offers New Hope for Treating Spinal Discs in Dogs

Issues with spinal discs in dogs can cause paralysis, characterized by a complete or partial inability to move one or more limbs, highlighting the urgent need for effective treatments. A startup company affiliated with UNIST is anticipated... Read More

Aug 19, 2024 By JooHyeon Heo People
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