Bio
Dr. Soo-Jeung Park | Food Chemistry | Best Researcher Award
University of Virginia School of Medicine, South Korea
๐จโ๐Profiles
๐ Early Academic Pursuits
Soo-Jeung Parkโs academic journey began with a Masterโs and Ph.D. in Medical Nutrition from Kyung Hee University, where the focus was on understanding the efficacy of natural plant-based treatments for obesity, diabetes, and immune-related diseases. Utilizing both cell and animal models, Dr. Park laid the foundation for groundbreaking research in metabolic and immune disorders. This early specialization positioned her as a key contributor to advancements in functional food and medical nutrition.
๐ผ Professional Endeavors
Currently a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, She has delved deeply into immunological mechanisms, particularly M1/M2 macrophage polarization, with implications for liver studies. Her professional experience includes completing 17 research projects, with participation in 2 ongoing studies. Her career also extends to the management of national projects, industry collaborations, and the integration of research into practical applications. Notably, she has worked closely with global institutions like Kyung Hee University, Chonnam National University, and George Mason University, along with industry leaders such as HLscience Co. and Korea Ginseng Corporation Research Institute.
๐งช Contributions and Research Focus
Herresearch contributions span functional food, medical nutrition, food chemistry, and the study of metabolic diseases such as obesity and diabetes. She has made strides in understanding immune-related diseases and immunological mechanisms, with particular emphasis on macrophage polarization. Her efforts in biomarker and bio-diagnostic technology development have led to practical applications in disease diagnosis and treatment.
๐ Impact and Influence
Her work has garnered significant recognition, with over 270 citations and an h-index of 10 in SCI databases, reflecting her influence in the scientific community. Her 33 published articles (23 in SCI-indexed journals) and one patent in Korea underscore her role in advancing health and diagnostics. Her collaborations have further amplified her impact, driving innovations in nutrition, metabolic research, and functional food development.
๐ Academic Cites
Her academic footprint includes noteworthy publications in journals like Journal of Medicinal Food, Scientific Reports, and Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry. She also serves as a reviewer for prominent journals, further contributing to the academic rigor and dissemination of knowledge in her field.
๐ Technical Skills
She is proficient in advanced research methodologies, including molecular biology techniques, metabolic assays, and immunological analyses. Her expertise in planning, budgeting, and executing research projects ensures the successful delivery of complex studies with national and industrial collaborators.
๐ Teaching Experience
As a mentor and collaborator, She has fostered interdisciplinary research approaches and guided emerging scientists in exploring innovative solutions. Her commitment to education has strengthened the next generation of researchers in her areas of expertise.
๐ Legacy and Future Contributions
She is dedicated to furthering the understanding of metabolic and immune-related diseases through innovative research on natural plant-based treatments and diagnostic biomarker technologies. Her ongoing projects and collaborations promise to pave the way for sustainable health solutions, reinforcing her legacy as a pioneer in functional food and medical nutrition.
๐Notable Publications
Activated Gab1 drives hepatocyte proliferation and anti-apoptosis in liver fibrosis via potential involvement of the HGF/c-Met signaling axis
Authors: Nam, D.-E., Park, S.-J., Omole, S., Hakami, R.M., Hahn, Y.S.
Journal: PLoS ONE
Year: 2024
2. Major roles of kupffer cells and macrophages in NAFLD development
Authors: Park, S.-J., Garcia Diaz, J., Um, E., Hahn, Y.S.
Journal: Frontiers in Endocrinology
Year: 2023
3. Hepatocytes infected with hepatitis C virus change immunological features in the liver microenvironment
Authors: Park, S.-J., Hahn, Y.S.
Journal: Clinical and Molecular Hepatology
Year: 2023
4. Krill Oil Inhibits Cholesterol Synthesis and Stimulated Cholesterol Excretion in Hypercholesterolemic Rats
Authors: Kim, O.-K., Yun, J.M., Kim, D., Park, S.Y., Lee, J.
Journal: Marine Drugs
Year: 2022
5. Indian gooseberry and barley sprout mixture prevents obesity by regulating adipogenesis, lipogenesis, and lipolysis in C57BL/6J mice with high-fat diet-induced obesity
Authors: Park, S.-J., Kim, J.-L., Park, M.-R., Kim, O.-K., Lee, J.
Journal: Journal of Functional Foods
Year: 2022
6. New Discovery of Myeloid-Derived Suppressor Cellโs Tale on Viral Infection and COVID-19
Authors: Park, S.-J., Nam, D.-E., Seong, H.C., Hahn, Y.S.
Journal: Frontiers in Immunology
Year: 2022
7. Effects of Bonito Elastin HC on Skin Dryness, Wrinkles, and Pigmentation In Vitro and In Vivo
Authors: Park, S.-J., Kim, D., Lee, M., Eun, S., Kim, O.-K.
Journal: Journal of Medicinal Food
Year: 2022